Beautiful Thing
"I first heard Beautiful Things by Benson Boone when my friend Jason suggested we rewrite the lyrics for me to perform it at our upcoming music festival. At first, I wasn’t sure if I could sing it or how it would translate, but as I prayed into it, I felt Jesus inspiring something tender and raw. This song became a deep expression of my heart’s cry to God to stay with me—not to hold onto form, but to cherish His Presence as the only “Beautiful Thing” I could ever truly need." ~Erik 💖
Enjoy this worshipful performance of Benson Boone’s "Beautiful Things", reimagined by RISE as a prayer to hold on to God’s Love alone—the one Beautiful Thing that never fades. 🙌 Recorded live at the Strawberry Fields Music & Enlightenment Festival on May 31, 2025, and featuring Erik Archbold (vocals), Zach Bellows (keyboard), Joe Joppe (electric guitar), Peter Kirk (drums), and Emily (backing vocals).
🎶 LYRICS:
There have been times when I’ve been lost
Called out for hope amidst the chaos
I was searching for a place I belong
But Jesus, You saw right through my soul
You shone a Light that helped me know
Know that my worth is safe in You and You alone
And I thank God every day
For the gifts He’s sent my way
But I’m afraid the gifts He gave could fade away
So I’ll hold them close each night
Cause that’s a feeling I wanna get used to
But there’s no man as terrified as the man who stands to lose
God I hope I don’t lose You
Mmmm… Please stay
I want You, I need You, oh God
Don’t take this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got
Please stay
I want You, I need You, oh God
I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got
Oh-oh...
Please remain here in my heart, I’m feelin’ clear
You vanquish my doubts, replace my fear
But sometimes I still believe the lie that I might need more
Then You remind me You’re enough
That I’ve got peace and I’ve got love
Then I rest at night knowin’ I just might have it all
Please stay
I want You, I need You, oh God
I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got
Oh-oh...
Please stay
I want You, I need You, oh God
I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got
💞 Song Credits:
Original Song: Beautiful Things by Benson Boone
Lyrics rewritten by Jason Warwick & Erik Archbold as a spiritual reinterpretation made out of love and respect for the original work.
🌟 About RISE
RISE is a devotional music band dedicated to journeying back into the heart of God. As part of the Living Miracles community, inspired by David Hoffmeister’s teachings on A Course in Miracles, our mission is singular: to know God, dwell in His Loving Presence, and celebrate the joy of the present moment.
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