Richard Smallwood - The Center Of My Joy (Live)

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    LYRICS:
    Jesus, You're the center of my joy,
    all that's good and perfect comes from You.
    You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do;
    Jesus, You're the center of my joy.
    When I've lost my direction, You're the compass for my way,
    You're the fire and light when nights are long and cold.
    In sadness, You are the laughter, that shatters all my fears,
    when I'm all alone, Your hand is there to hold.
    You are why I find pleasure in the simple things in life,
    You're the music in the meadows and the streams.
    The voices of the children, my family, and my home,
    You're the source and finish of my highest dreams.
    Jesus, You're the center of my joy,
    all that's good and perfect comes from You.
    You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do
    Jesus, You are the center of my joy,
    joy, joy, of my joy.
    Music video by Richard Smallwood performing The Center Of My Joy. (C) 2016 Spring House Music Group
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  • @Boseakllc
    @Boseakllc Před 6 měsíci +469

    Who is still listening in 2024? I have been humming this song all yesterday. Praise God. God bless you all. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lisacowan9883
    @lisacowan9883 Před 2 měsíci +82

    I had to have gallbladder surgery in 2018. I walked in the hospital when I was released I was in a wheelchair. I had to learn how to walk all over again. During all of this my farther passed away. In 2020 I was diagnosed with Cancer. Had to take chemo pills but Praise God he kept me through all I went through God kept me. I'm now Cancer Free. God Kept Me. Hallelujah!!!!

    • @makingmoves6816
      @makingmoves6816 Před 2 měsíci +6

      HALLELUJAH! Praise God! His many blessings on you! 🙏🏾

    • @babajohnson9276
      @babajohnson9276 Před 2 měsíci +3

      🙌🙌🙌GOD kept you close so you wouldn't let go.

    • @deloresbanks8928
      @deloresbanks8928 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Praise God

    • @EdnaLopez-jm1xe
      @EdnaLopez-jm1xe Před 2 měsíci +3

      A truly uplifting song. The lead singer is truly great

    • @patriciapride9963
      @patriciapride9963 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Glory to God! Prayers of continued healing for you!

  • @rudysmith8683
    @rudysmith8683 Před 3 měsíci +57

    60 years old today. April 26-2024. HE is the true center of my joy!!! Thank you Jesus

  • @pamsmith5166
    @pamsmith5166 Před měsícem +22

    Praying that the spirit of depression is cast out in Jesus name

    • @cmebans35
      @cmebans35 Před 26 dny +3

      You are loved by Christ Jesus 🙏

    • @YaLittleFriend
      @YaLittleFriend Před 15 dny +1

      Amen! Come out of the dark room of depression and into the light of joy! In Jesus name release this sister! ❤

  • @marvelleschenck4758
    @marvelleschenck4758 Před 3 měsíci +48

    April 27, 2024 listening in tears missing my mom… She transcended September 2023… and I miss her with Mother’s Day coming soon and my Birthday I have to keep Jesus as my center.😢

    • @makingmoves6816
      @makingmoves6816 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Hi! Happy (upcoming) Birthday! I lost my mother years ago, so I definitely understand. You know that Jesus was with you then, as he is right now. May God continually keep and bless you! 🙏🏾

    • @babajohnson9276
      @babajohnson9276 Před 2 měsíci +2

      I'm sorry very very very sorry for your great loss and praying for you in Dallas Texas

    • @marvelleschenck4758
      @marvelleschenck4758 Před 2 měsíci

      @@babajohnson9276 thank you so much for your kindness yesterday was a little rough but my only child took his mommy to the movies... memories are priceless ✨🕊️✨
      Coming to Dallas next year to the Potter House to finally meet my church family and receive a blessing on my first novel. Ivory Keys God Has Something for Me...God Bless You.

    • @marvelleschenck4758
      @marvelleschenck4758 Před 2 měsíci

      @@makingmoves6816 thank you for your kindness although she's in the kingdom she is so proud of her only daughter. I have signed my contract for my first novel to be published. And she was my anchor throughout its creation. Ivory Keys God Has Something for Me...June 2024 Amazon & Barnes and Noble Amen, Amen Amen ✨🕊️✨

    • @kendelllott-tucker7973
      @kendelllott-tucker7973 Před 2 měsíci

      May God bless and comfort you with beautiful memories and love for your mother.

  • @Zik_Ma
    @Zik_Ma Před 4 měsíci +33

    Fighting depression through this song(2024)😢😢 Jesus is the centre of my joy indeed…To God be the glory🙌🙌

    • @VanessaEstes-wh8ft
      @VanessaEstes-wh8ft Před 4 měsíci +3

      I know that can be very difficult and frustrating. I suffered from 2008-2011. But God was there for me. I prayed more and spent time reading God's Word. But I did get help by going to a psychologist for 3 years. 1st year one on one. Then 2 years group therapy. It helped so much.
      No I'm a pastor and I counsel others. Look at God. He will work it out.

    • @makingmoves6816
      @makingmoves6816 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Amen! You know that our Father loves you! Remember "Footprints". Whenever we feel sad and alone, it is then that Jesus holds us in his arms and carries us. 🙏🏾

    • @carolshorty8932
      @carolshorty8932 Před 2 měsíci

      Be strong, you got this. Change paths if needed, but whatever you do,don't give up

    • @cmebans35
      @cmebans35 Před 26 dny

      Always remember you are loved by Christ Jesus 🙏❤️

  • @patriciapride9963
    @patriciapride9963 Před 3 měsíci +43

    It’s April 18,2024@12:55 am, I’m having surgery soon and I know that I’m going to be all right though it all🙏🏾All that’s Good and Perfect comes from Jesus 🙏🏾🕊️He’s my doctor and my healer🙏🏾🕊️Hallelujah!

    • @TrishaVincent8057
      @TrishaVincent8057 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Just read this. Jesus, along with all of the saints, we lift up your precious daughter Patricia to You. You are her Healer! You are her Counselor! You are her Provider! Thank you for holding her during her surgery. Omnipresent One, we declare in the Name of Jesus, Your Presence engulfs that operating room, that recovery unit, and that hospital room! To You be the glory! Hallelujah and Amen!

    • @mado3623
      @mado3623 Před 3 měsíci

      Amen. Now I'm assuming you are still in the hospital now if you aren't then glory glory well glory either way since it's a successful surgery. How are you feeling now ?let us know if you have any updates take your time to my friend we are all pulling for you

    • @ReAnnRing
      @ReAnnRing Před 2 měsíci

      Thinking about you?? How did surgery go for you??? Praises to Jesus even in the storm.

    • @patriciapride9963
      @patriciapride9963 Před 2 měsíci +1

      My surgery was very successful! Glory be to God! A three and a half surgery turned out to be 6 hour surgery but my God is awesome ! I had very low blood loss and my after post op pain did not last very long(praise God!!). Thanks for thinking about me and everyone that prayed for me I thank you as well!!

    • @mado3623
      @mado3623 Před 2 měsíci

      @@patriciapride9963 you're welcome I'm so glad to hear this and the others who liked the comment I'm sure they are happy to Glory to God indeed!!!it is amazing how on CZcams people we haven't seen are rooting for others to climb all the way up but I'm very happy for you. 6 hour surgery you are truly a blessed individual

  • @user-nm4gm1so9k
    @user-nm4gm1so9k Před měsícem +8

    I don’t know who wrote this song but God was right there guiding them and anointing them.

    • @YaLittleFriend
      @YaLittleFriend Před 15 dny +2

      The writer is the singer Richard Smallwood, my uncle!😅❤

  • @dotsims7530
    @dotsims7530 Před rokem +34

    Jesus you are the center of my joy. My son was killed in 2015 and Jesus you have been the compass of my way. When I am sad Jesus you bring joy .

    • @gospelgriot8464
      @gospelgriot8464 Před rokem +4

      💐May our Heavenly Father continue to comfort your heart & make you aware of His thoughtful Presence.💝

    • @adaughterofYHasisterofJesus
      @adaughterofYHasisterofJesus Před měsícem +1

      My condolences 🙏🏿

    • @HWFT1999
      @HWFT1999 Před měsícem

      Prayers and blessings for you and your family.

  • @faleciacox8372
    @faleciacox8372 Před měsícem +5

    June 2024 and in my garage listening and praising God!! Turned 60 in May. I was diagnosed with MS 2007 and still able to get around using a cane now but He is so good and definitely the Center of My Joy!!! ❤

  • @MichelleAlicia1303
    @MichelleAlicia1303 Před 3 měsíci +10

    26 April 2024, 20H31pm. This song just popped into my head, and here I found myself singing along to this. I am once again reminded that my joy comes from Jesus. There is an unexplainable peace when we have our eyes fixed on Jesus. 🌿

  • @shabowensful
    @shabowensful Před 2 lety +107

    This song has helped my broken heart heal💔 I lost my mother in April 2020 and I lost my husband in March 2021. Jesus you are the center of my joy! 🙌🏾

    • @MsLmt100
      @MsLmt100 Před 2 lety +7

      I'm sorry for your losses. Jesus is our ultimate healer and gives us peace like no other. God bless you 💕

    • @shabowensful
      @shabowensful Před 2 lety +2

      @@MsLmt100 thank you 🙏🏾

    • @darperk1
      @darperk1 Před 2 lety +4

      💫🙏🏾 JESUS Is a Healer… My Condolences in the loss of your Loved Ones… God Bless You ❣️

    • @shabowensful
      @shabowensful Před 2 lety +2

      @@darperk1 thank you.

    • @angeladay1534
      @angeladay1534 Před rokem +3

      So very sorry to hear about your, heartbreaking losses. Praying the LORD Jesus comforts and heals you and your family. 💔😢🙏🏽📖📖📖📖🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊️💖

  • @Jesus.492
    @Jesus.492 Před 3 měsíci +25

    He will always be the Center of my Joy. The only hope in this sinful world is JESUS.

  • @gladysbryan8328
    @gladysbryan8328 Před měsícem +5

    I'm am 53 and He is still the center of my Joy 🎉HAAAAAALLELUJAH Glooooooorrry to God, O how I love Jesus.

  • @mscupcakedreamson36
    @mscupcakedreamson36 Před 4 lety +88

    “When I’ve lost my direction, you are my compass.” That part gets me!
    Then, when he says, “You are why I find pleasure for the simple things in life.”, I lose it everytime.

  • @isiswright970
    @isiswright970 Před 4 lety +184

    Jesus! This will be forever one of my favorite songs I'm 32 years old and I am fighting stage 4 rectal cancer and I have faith in God and forever praise him!! This song just eases my soul

  • @wilkerson66aw
    @wilkerson66aw Před 4 měsíci +41

    It's Friday morning @12:52 a.m. on March 28, 2024 I'm praising my God. Post your day and time. May God bless and keep all who read this

    • @inDTM
      @inDTM Před 3 měsíci +3

      It’s Friday evening 9:35pm May The Father help you to receive healing, completed by obedience of THE CROSS BY CHRIST

    • @CryptoEnthusiast_Hilz
      @CryptoEnthusiast_Hilz Před 3 měsíci +5

      Saturday April 6th 2024, listening to this in front of my laptop confused what next, not happy, somehow this tune came to mind, finding this lyrics so meaningful to my life right now. Thank You Jesus for I know my Joy is sure. I’m holding on to Rom 8:18.

    • @carolynmelford9553
      @carolynmelford9553 Před 3 měsíci +3

      Tuesday 5:25pm 04.09.2024

    • @shyannaevan3972
      @shyannaevan3972 Před 3 měsíci +2

      It’s Tuesday 10:13pm of April 9,2024 While I’m praising God to this song! Only God is praiseworthy ❤️ Thank You God. Thank You Jesus. For Your Joy ❤️❤️❤️

    • @abdomay4276
      @abdomay4276 Před 3 měsíci +3

      Love You Abba Father Saturday April 13th, 2024 5:41 p.m.

  • @sherrifortson6810
    @sherrifortson6810 Před 9 měsíci +32

    Praying for everyone with such precious comments. He is a healer, a sustainer, a Waymaker, a deliverer, a battle ax in the time of a battle! Lord, I’m praying for your part of the body that is hurting and in need of deliverance. Lord, keep our bodies strong. Lord, keep us day by day. Keep us in your narrow way. Your ways are true. Your ways are right. Your ways are unending, and we look to Your Light. We love You. We trust You. We adore You and magnify Your name. Our hearts of filled with praise and when the praises go up, the blessings come down. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen. Amen and Amen.

  • @monicahope3615
    @monicahope3615 Před 5 lety +157

    Such a beautiful song. It is timeless. It is gospel, not hip-hop dance club music with gospel lyrics. This song is calming me on tonight at 11:13pm, as so many things are swirling around me - enough to make someone fall out on the floor from stress! BUT GOD! I'm working on some administrative tasks right now and the CZcams window was open and this song was on auto-pause, so I just pressed it to listen, and this is the 2nd listen. Thank you Richard Smallwood for the best reminder to all of us, in pure words, that all that's good and perfect comes from the Lord. We just need to rest in his assurances and trust Him, in the good times and in the challenging times. Jesus is truly the center of my Joy!

  • @claudiastrong9107
    @claudiastrong9107 Před 17 dny +2

    I’m seventy-two and is still the center of my joy! Praise the Lord!!❤

  • @MsSmithti1
    @MsSmithti1 Před 3 lety +309

    Jesus, in the midst of the storms, pandemics, etc, you are the CENTER OF MY JOY!!!

  • @robinford9974
    @robinford9974 Před 7 měsíci +17

    I feel HIS PRESENCE when I hear this song... I'm wrecked every time!!!! Thank you JESUS, I will be lost without you Lord!!! Thank you for your mercy and love ❤ I'm so grateful that you saved a wretch like me. GLORY TO YOUR HOLY NAME 🙌

  • @thatgirllashun
    @thatgirllashun Před 7 dny

    It's Sunday, July 21,2024 10:21pm and my soul needed this song. I'm watching all the gospel legends in this video that are now home with the Lord. We'll done!!

  • @tommieboose7649
    @tommieboose7649 Před 2 lety +21

    No disrespect to other anointed singers , but this can not be duplicated. This man has such an anointed voice.

  • @cherylgilliard3891
    @cherylgilliard3891 Před 3 lety +34

    The annointing in his hands....his heart.....his singing...Simply God. 💕

  • @carolhuggins8495
    @carolhuggins8495 Před 2 lety +79

    I love Richard Smallwood he sings with deep spiritual feeling.

  • @nowens8333
    @nowens8333 Před 6 měsíci +79

    Still listening in 2024! 💞🙏🏽

  • @brendajohnson8501
    @brendajohnson8501 Před 4 lety +123

    This song calmed my heart, thank you Lord

  • @user-ro9hs7cy6j
    @user-ro9hs7cy6j Před 3 měsíci +30

    DO NOT GIVE UP NOW.KEEP THE FAITH.

    • @makingmoves6816
      @makingmoves6816 Před 2 měsíci +1

      God bless you and keep you! Amen! 🙏🏾

    • @faleciacox8372
      @faleciacox8372 Před 17 dny +1

      When Jesus see you keep the FAITH that's when He steps in!! ❤

  • @sandraballenger8050
    @sandraballenger8050 Před 3 lety +5

    My brother Rick loved this song. When I hear it I feel him close to me.

  • @claudiathomas9063
    @claudiathomas9063 Před rokem +9

    Love these old gospel songs. There is no guessing and wondering who the song is about. Jesus! Some spiritual songs today can be used with the shaking in the clubs. Lord have mercy.

  • @Luvmustangs37
    @Luvmustangs37 Před rokem +14

    I’m at work and realized I had been humming this song for a while. Thank you Lord for the reminder!🙌🏽

  • @NaturalDivineGoddess
    @NaturalDivineGoddess Před 4 lety +33

    "All that's good and perfect comes from you.."

  • @benniebryant2950
    @benniebryant2950 Před 7 lety +442

    Dr. Smallwood is truly a gift from God. I listen to this and Total Praise daily. He was anointed when he wrote them. Songs that will renew the spirit!

  • @deborahmoore8065
    @deborahmoore8065 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hallelujah! Hallelujah!, Hallelujah! I'm still listening. Glory to God! What an awesome God we serve. I thank God for blessing over, and, over, and, over, and, over, and, over again. I thank God for being a forgiven God. He loves us so much that he forgives us over, and, over, and,over soooooo many times. The bible says we're as sheep for the slaughter. Thank God for his grace and mercy. I thank God for looking beyond our faults, and, seeing the need in our lives. Hallelujah! Glory to the Lamb of God! Thank you Richard Smallwood for your songs of praise, and, worship. Today is Sunday; April 21,2024, and, the time is 1:10pm , Eastern Standard Time.

  • @jacquelinecriley8535
    @jacquelinecriley8535 Před 24 dny +1

    JESUS IS THE CENTER OF MY JOY!!!...without the Hands of Jesus, l would not be... He is The Creator of my Existence, my Bright and Shining Star...HE LIFTS ME UP, HE TURNED ME AROUND... BECAUSE of His LOVE, BECAUSE of His PRESENTS, I'M!...
    Thank You Lord for all your have done for ME...
    HALLELUJAHS!❤ HALLELUJAHS!!❤ HALLELUJAHS!!! ❤
    Amen...😇🙏🏾🕊️

  • @marcellusgrimmond6405
    @marcellusgrimmond6405 Před 3 lety +32

    Beautiful. This is not just singing but this is true worship

  • @cheryld6975
    @cheryld6975 Před 3 lety +77

    There is none like him! He is my friend when I'm lonely, my lawyer, my everything. Thank God I know him. He's the perfect friend and father.

  • @rodrickhudson6537
    @rodrickhudson6537 Před dnem

    Richard Smallwood is one of the greatest composers ever. Not just in Gospel, but music in general. One of the GOATS!

  • @jeremyballon
    @jeremyballon Před 4 lety +91

    Jesus is still the center of my joy in 2020! Can I get a witness?

    • @jacqulinebrown1888
      @jacqulinebrown1888 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes❗ YES ❗YES❗MY CENTER & EVERYTHING ELSE💗💗❤. AMEN👍

    • @LisaRice
      @LisaRice Před 3 lety +1

      YES YES AND M0RE YESES. AMEN AND 2021 AND BEYOND

    • @joymiller1472
      @joymiller1472 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes he is, Amen🙏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    • @joymiller1472
      @joymiller1472 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes he is, Amen🙏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    • @pamelaferrell2731
      @pamelaferrell2731 Před 3 lety +1

      4/21. O my goodness 👏

  • @marionnelson7702
    @marionnelson7702 Před rokem +14

    This song got me through my wife Death! Faith and trust in God is all you need when you are lonely. Jesus began to be everything I needed. Jesus is truly the center of my Joy!

  • @joanchambers3861
    @joanchambers3861 Před rokem +14

    Thank you Jesus for always being the centre of my,our joy 😂😂😂!joy 😂!joy 😂like no other joy 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂!Hallelujah!

  • @SonyaNashKy
    @SonyaNashKy Před 26 dny +1

    I woke up with this song in my heart. As Hurricane Beryl approaches my beloved home country Jamaica, I will remember the center of my joy🙏🏾

  • @MrSixtysevencamaro
    @MrSixtysevencamaro Před 3 lety +74

    Amazing pianist. His classical influence really shows here..Amazing musician

    • @dana4751
      @dana4751 Před 2 lety +2

      Really. He's amazing like that, something rich about the quality of Smallwood music. Absolutely rich. Praise God. Top quality blessing!!

    • @angeladay1534
      @angeladay1534 Před rokem +2

      Yeppers! 🙌🏽🎹🎵🕊️💖⛪🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽📖📖📖💯

  • @joirobinson8019
    @joirobinson8019 Před 3 lety +70

    I listen to this song everyday. Each day it’s a different reason, but I know it gives me the security I need, it gives me strength, and let’s me know the Lord is with me always. He loves me and makes me so very HAPPY.

  • @USAJOBSHumanResourceConsultant

    Just wondering how I feel listening to this song during covid-19 pandemic 5/19/20. Yes I still love it and believe God will carry us through.

  • @jon-taenugent6669
    @jon-taenugent6669 Před 2 lety +31

    All that’s good and perfect comes from Him. 🙏🏾

  • @cynthialurry7569
    @cynthialurry7569 Před 4 lety +66

    I love. this Song I lost 8 family Members in 2019.The last 2 was Very. Personal My Father pass Away in September 2019. My Brother In December 14.2019 But God Brought Me Through It

    • @realcyrusjohn
      @realcyrusjohn Před 4 lety +4

      Condolences to your fam

    • @normamackey140
      @normamackey140 Před 3 lety +1

      I am watching in Nassau Bahamas Love it

    • @kimbartlett5006
      @kimbartlett5006 Před 3 lety +1

      I just lost my brother, I can't even cry, I am so numb, when I read your comments if gave me such hope that I will get over the pain U can't even cry. Thank you so much♥️

    • @antoinettegilbert9258
      @antoinettegilbert9258 Před 3 lety +3

      GOD will hold U,when they ALL turn their backs n walk away!!❤️🙏🏾💓

    • @kimbartlett5006
      @kimbartlett5006 Před 3 lety +2

      @@antoinettegilbert9258 Thank you, for the love, Antoinette ♥️♥️♥️

  • @pastortjh
    @pastortjh Před 7 lety +688

    This song moves me to tears even still as old as it is!!!! We may NOT always have happiness but with God and through Christ we can always have Joy!!!!! Amen

  • @robinjohnson4287
    @robinjohnson4287 Před rokem +30

    This song will never grow old. Jesus, the center of my joy! My Rock! My Anchor! My Contentment! My Everything!!!!!

  • @veehenry8026
    @veehenry8026 Před rokem +300

    Still Powerful!!! And still listening in 2023. Entertaining HIS presence right at this moment and it feels great. When it's all said and done, JESUS, you're the center of my joy!❤

    • @gretaanderson2874
      @gretaanderson2874 Před rokem +6

      Love dis song❤

    • @larrymartin2093
      @larrymartin2093 Před rokem +7

      Oh how I love JESUS.Thank You Father God for Your Son.Also the Holy Spirit.❤❤❤ .My EVERYTHING.

    • @kenarco3765
      @kenarco3765 Před 11 měsíci +6

      Im Glad I get to sing it at church with the chior This Sunday I love song

    • @just-inclayton7731
      @just-inclayton7731 Před 11 měsíci +7

      Amen to that in 2023! The blood STILL works❤ Thank You Jesus!

    • @joycewilliams4117
      @joycewilliams4117 Před 11 měsíci +8

      I was told my nephew mother was in the hospital.....I am praying for her as I listen to this song please pray with me . God bless all of you.

  • @jamesgriffin3175
    @jamesgriffin3175 Před 6 lety +19

    “When I’m lonely and feeling sad you are the lifter of my head” amazing song so moving

  • @mildredpierce4506
    @mildredpierce4506 Před 6 lety +163

    This was one of the songs that kept me inspired when I was battling cancer 4 years ago. Another was Calvary by both Richard Smallwood and Mahalia Jackson.

    • @angelllanes4602
      @angelllanes4602 Před 5 lety +3

      So how's you health know sister God bless you today and ever.

    • @marcuscarter9402
      @marcuscarter9402 Před 5 lety +4

      Wow look at God!!!!!

    • @TurnFromWickedness
      @TurnFromWickedness Před 5 lety +3

      Thanks for the recommendation. I checked out Calvary and now I'm in love with it also.

  • @SherrySimmons-em2gz
    @SherrySimmons-em2gz Před měsícem +2

    This is my favorite song. Jesus, you are the center of my joy.

  • @nombusosikhosana8030
    @nombusosikhosana8030 Před 11 dny +1

    Good food for my soul, I am so joyful in the midst of hurricane that I' m going through.
    2024, South Africa
    Masibuyele Ku Jehova!

  • @imonay
    @imonay Před 2 lety +7

    Today is Sunday, February 27th, 2022 9:15pm. There’s a war between Russia and Ukraine, while there’s a pandemic. It’s hard to believe. But I just mentioned this song in a text to this man I started talking to yesterday. “Jesus, You’re the center of my joy…” Decided to come on here to listen to it again.

  • @lindanichols3717
    @lindanichols3717 Před rokem +15

    Yes Lord you are the CENTER OF MY JOY. 🙏🏾

  • @timika291982
    @timika291982 Před rokem +40

    2023 still listening. Jesus your the center of my joy. All that’s good and perfect comes from you! ❤

  • @lungiledlamini4447
    @lungiledlamini4447 Před 2 lety +14

    Jesus NEVER runs out!!! He is the center of my joy ( a feeling of great pleasure and happiness in spite of turmoil) !!! "When nights are cold and long.....

  • @ashleyrooks4204
    @ashleyrooks4204 Před rokem +10

    Lord, I thank you for the anointing you put in Dr. Smallwood's heart to create this masterpiece.

  • @jaydapper
    @jaydapper Před rokem +15

    I’ve never heard a song so powerful! Simple melody, rich message.

  • @coralynrojas8934
    @coralynrojas8934 Před 2 lety +14

    Preach it Bro Richard !!!!! YEAH !!! The choir is awesome ….singing with such ease in God’s presence !!! YEAH !!!!

  • @eugenedaniels792
    @eugenedaniels792 Před 8 měsíci +5

    JESUS is the CENTRE of my JOY. What a God sent song, awesome Richard, talented choir, gifted videographer and blessing to 8 million of us and counting…..

  • @chazzd813
    @chazzd813 Před 5 lety +44

    One of the best songs ever written..Beautiful words, Harmony!!!

  • @mrsblue3011
    @mrsblue3011 Před 2 lety +5

    That second brother made the perfect switch! Two fine pianists. Praise the Lord.

  • @Bowdrie007
    @Bowdrie007 Před 2 lety +8

    One of my fondest childhood memories is listening to the old Black Gospel radio station after church on Sunday nights. All the family eating, listening and just enjoying the phenomenal music. Feel like a lot of these powerful songs are lost in many churches today.

  • @caroljcarr4876
    @caroljcarr4876 Před 3 měsíci +7

    4-5-2024 @1:02am. Yes Lord YOU are the CENTER of my JOY❤❤❤

  • @fngm48
    @fngm48 Před 4 lety +10

    All that’s good and perfect comes from you🙏🏾

  • @sheaclarkson8206
    @sheaclarkson8206 Před 3 lety +14

    Whoever gave this a thumbs down... Please listen to this again.... Let your heart feel it... You will change your mind....

  • @heyheyhey40
    @heyheyhey40 Před 2 lety +18

    The human voice is so powerful and when united with other voices in unison and harmony; it’s even more powerful. All these voices moving together as one.

  • @nokubongamazibuko1834
    @nokubongamazibuko1834 Před 4 lety +260

    In the midst of everything happening in 2020, Jesus Christ You remain the center of my joy. 😭

  • @PIANOBYMAURICE
    @PIANOBYMAURICE Před 3 lety +20

    Beautiful! Immeasurable respect and admiration for this awesome Gospel musician/singer.

  • @VedaGarrick-hi4ik
    @VedaGarrick-hi4ik Před rokem +12

    Can't get enough of this great man's genius ❤the best arrangements I have ever heard. Thanks to Richard Smallwood.❤😊🎉

  • @leebethea-pegues3363
    @leebethea-pegues3363 Před 3 lety +37

    I love Richard Smallwood, his singing and his piano playing!

  • @luckytube22theoneandonly59

    I'm feeling sad and happy at the same time, seeing that some of the people in this video has gone home to be with the Lord. God bless their soul.

  • @andreachrys8164
    @andreachrys8164 Před 7 lety +422

    Impossible to not feel the presence of God,

    • @mrcontroversial1497
      @mrcontroversial1497 Před 7 lety +5

      It's just emotions

    • @MegaPrincess43
      @MegaPrincess43 Před 6 lety +10

      Andrea Chrys Impossible not to feel Good presence! This song brings me to worship and tears. The simple things in life..... Jesus is there!

    • @naomipimpton542
      @naomipimpton542 Před 6 lety +3

      Andrea Chrys yes indeed!!

    • @grizzlemc1662
      @grizzlemc1662 Před 6 lety +2

      cry cry cry sometimes but they tell me crying is good!!!

    • @bettyemoon4054
      @bettyemoon4054 Před 6 lety +1

      Andrea Chry

  • @yettabonez5777
    @yettabonez5777 Před 7 lety +52

    Omg....This is one of my very favorite songs.....Richard Smallwood is absolutely one of the BEST songwriters EVER!!!!!

    • @servant4473
      @servant4473 Před 2 lety

      The use of that three letter syllable is Blasphemy against the One and Only True and Living God, Stop using His name in vain and syllables. The ANCIENT OF DAYS IS HOLY. Respect THE MOST HIGH.

  • @ifeanyichima9632
    @ifeanyichima9632 Před měsícem +2

    Jesus you are the center of my joy when all hope is lost😢

  • @rosettasmithdears7161
    @rosettasmithdears7161 Před 4 lety +67

    Amen! Yes. Jesus is "The Center Of My Joy" I would have no joy without You.I appreciate Richard Smallwood and his amazing group/singers.

    • @patriciadandridge5485
      @patriciadandridge5485 Před 3 lety +2

      Without Jesus there is no true joy. Lasting joy, forever joy, unchanging joy, unstoppable joy, all encompassing joy is His gift to us. I love this song and yes it brings tears to my eyes too.
      Hallelujah!!!

    • @baby_kniyalink9442
      @baby_kniyalink9442 Před 3 lety +1

      @@patriciadandridge5485 AMEN n AMEN

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  • @mariabarnes5375
    @mariabarnes5375 Před 3 lety +16

    Jesus has always been the center of the world's joy we just have to receive it🤗

  • @petrinawilkins-perry6079
    @petrinawilkins-perry6079 Před 4 lety +12

    This was my wedding song in 2014 and my dad gave me away...He is deceased as of Dec. 2018..this song will always be my favorite! JESUS IS THE CENTER OF MY JOY!!

  • @elizabethavery7347
    @elizabethavery7347 Před 3 lety +7

    I love you Jesus you are the center of my joy especially now during the passing of my big sister

  • @mcleahlea
    @mcleahlea Před měsícem +1

    praise God i have overcome many traumatic experiences used abused on jobs abd personal life learning to love myself establish boundaries wuth the good Lords hell stil here could easily have aids or dead or in penitentiary or institutionalized but God said no my grace is enough for you . i was trafficked beaten robbed by larceny on jobs and personal life had a spirit of fear complied to my abusers but thanks to God i survived overcoming daily

  • @puma2837
    @puma2837 Před 6 měsíci +10

    Yessssss I needed this in 2024!!! 7 JAN 24

  • @patriciaholmes4741
    @patriciaholmes4741 Před 3 lety +17

    God will ALWAYS be the CENTER IF MY JOY!

  • @poppyandfuello
    @poppyandfuello Před 2 lety +8

    My dearly loved father died October of '91 and this song gave me so much comfort. I played it so much the tears and joy became one. The "Center of My Joy" still gives me comfort. To God be the glory and thank you Richard Smallwood!

  • @Crybaby-cz8et
    @Crybaby-cz8et Před 3 lety +46

    Not only can he compose, write arrange, he can also sing. That's a gifted person right there, and no one can take away his gift from him. Its full of anointing.

  • @Tdog_4Life
    @Tdog_4Life Před 5 lety +34

    Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    All that's good and perfect comes from you
    You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do
    Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    When I've lost my direction, you're the compass for my way
    You're the fire and light when nights are long and cold
    In sadness, you are the laughter, that shatters all my fears
    When I'm all alone, your hand is there to hold, ohh
    Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    All that's good and perfect comes from you
    You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do
    Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    You are why I find pleasure in the simple things in life
    You're the music in the meadows and the streams
    The voices of the children, my family, and my home
    You're the source and finish of my highest dreams, woah
    Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    All that's good and perfect comes from you (all that's good and perfect)
    You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do
    Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy
    Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy
    Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy
    You are everything (Jesus), everything (you are)
    Everything (the center) everything (of my joy)
    You're my joy (Jesus) in my sorrow (you are)
    You're my hope (the center) for tomorrow (of my joy)
    When I'm lonely (Jesus), feel inside (you are)
    You're the lifter (the center) of my head (of my joy)
    You're my music (Jesus), you're my song (you are)
    You're my joy (the center) all day long (of my joy)
    Woah, Jesus, you're the center of my joy
    Of my joy
    Songwriters: Gloria Gaither / Richard Smallwood / William Gaither

  • @caroltillman5883
    @caroltillman5883 Před 7 lety +115

    looking at some of their faces some are mesmerized... it's just beautiful

  • @beatricebrown4091
    @beatricebrown4091 Před 2 lety +16

    This is one of my favorite songs by Richard Smallwood.This song touches the soul and heart each time I hear it.

  • @mspattie01
    @mspattie01 Před 11 měsíci +4

    This song gave me the strength when i was 18 years old in Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN and they had told my grandmother that I wasn't going to live to see the age 20 years old but now im 48 years old and im still kicking and i have actually had a daughter and she's 17 years old now! We both defiled what the doctors said that would happen for both of us!! God is all powerful above all!! Hallelujah Jesus!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @rosettasmithdears7161
    @rosettasmithdears7161 Před 4 lety +94

    This is such an amazing song… I could listen to “The Center Of My Joy”
    24/7. Amen.

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    • @ernestobabilonia2459
      @ernestobabilonia2459 Před 3 lety

      @@choirbuzz7786
      UU

    • @anitahamilton1770
      @anitahamilton1770 Před 2 lety +1

      The Joy of the Lord is my strength! Love this song.

    • @servant4473
      @servant4473 Před 2 lety

      After you listen to this song, Get on your knees and ask Jesus to come into your heart and take complete control of your life and will. Then read the Bible.

    • @Pokie22
      @Pokie22 Před rokem

      X1〕9(

  • @user-ip5li1bq1m
    @user-ip5li1bq1m Před 6 měsíci +3

    One anointed man, filled with the SPIRIT .♡♡♡♡♡

  • @alaya3410
    @alaya3410 Před 3 lety +14

    Jesus you are the center of my joy! You are the heart of my contentment....

  • @bettyfrierson1815
    @bettyfrierson1815 Před 2 lety +10

    Lord God that’s my cheerleading song. It takes me just where I need to be. Bless Mr. Richard Smallwood.❤

  • @marvinjames8080
    @marvinjames8080 Před 3 lety +6

    I’m praying for you the 1.6K that gave this a thumbs down. I seriously am so glad I don’t have that amount of pain in my heart to think that! Thank you Jesus for being the center of my Joy!

  • @maryguy9414
    @maryguy9414 Před 2 lety +7

    A concert pianist like his mom wanted and a true worshiper like God wanted! Jesus truly is the center of my life. Thanks! Love your music

  • @christinelagrone2459
    @christinelagrone2459 Před 2 lety +8

    Remembered this song during morning devotion. This is what it's all about. We can only be content in every circumstance when He is the center of our joy. God, you are so good and worthy of all glory and honor!

  • @loiswhitehead9767
    @loiswhitehead9767 Před rokem +11

    Timeless and very powerful. Hallelujah!!!!!!!

  • @franchialbarnes5240
    @franchialbarnes5240 Před 7 lety +208

    I listen to this song to get me through my day to day struggles of my my late fiancee passing. This song gives me hope. Thank you Jesus..

    • @MegaPrincess43
      @MegaPrincess43 Před 6 lety

      Franchial Barnes God is is great!

    • @lindalyte354
      @lindalyte354 Před 6 lety +4

      Franchial Barnes / May God bless you and watch over you, in this difficult time , I pray that he gives you strength and faith to endure your loss.Knowing that through God' s , Grace, Love and Mercy, he is always available to you.Call on him, any second, minute, hour of the day.My thoughts and prayers, go out to you.Peace, Love, and an Abundance of Blessings , is my prayer for you.....May your fiancee, rest in Paradise, AMEN👆👆🙏🙏

    • @latanyaclark113
      @latanyaclark113 Před 6 lety +9

      Amen. This song was sung at my wedding as we wanted to use it as the foundation of our marriage almost 20 years ago. The full circle of life. May God bless you!

    • @comoloco39
      @comoloco39 Před 5 lety +1

      Blassing

    • @racquel.mitchell
      @racquel.mitchell Před 5 lety

      May Our God continue to strengthen you and give you His Peace in Jesus' Name. Amen.