Forgiveness and Faith

Christmas is almost here! I love Christmas and I especially love why we celebrate this event. I thought I would share  with you just a small portion of what God's gift of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Our Lord Jesus means to me. One of my favorite scriptures is a parable told by Jesus to his disciples in the Book of Matthew. And, since seven is my favorite number, I especially love this  explanation: 

The term 70x7 is synonymous with God's eternal forgiveness. Matthew 18:21-22 in the new King James version of the Bible reads: Then Peter came to Him and said, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven  times?" Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven."

This is a short song I wrote ... not really a song, but more like a poem or prose with music. I hope you enjoy it and that it will  bless you as well. (psst ... whispering ...  turn off the music in the sidebar and play my video:)

So Much To Share!

Hello to all my blogger buddies. Time can really get away from us. I've been busy with school and bunches of other things.

First, let me share with you this awesome song by For King & Country. It really speaks to me and I hope it will speak to you as well. Note: Joel and Luke of For King & Country are younger brothers of Rebecca St. James, award-winning recording artist, writer, actress. Rebecca started "opening" for singers at age 12. The family moved from Australia to Nashville when Rebecca was in her teens... record deal! :)

Friday night, December 7th, 6:00 - 8:00 join me to kick off the new Huntsville Songwriter's Round at Emma's on Pratt Avenue. Mrs. Klein, owner of Emma's Tea Room saw the need for more venues for us songwriters and did not waste any time setting things up. So, come join us for an evening of songs with a good variety of pop, country, Christian, Americana!

MaryJustice Lucas (me), Larry Cole, Marge Loveday,

Megan McMillan, Ron Brown, Karen Newsum,

Laura Lynn Hardy, Matt Morrow and Emma Klein.

So, after the fun of Friday night, I'm off to UAH for a fun morning of ACT testing! But for now, off to church! 

Songwriters: MaryJustice and Emma

Hello to all my Blogger Buddies,

I hope you enjoyed Veteran's Day and said "Thanks" to all those you know who served and are serving in our military forces. In fact, please do that every time you see someone in uniform. Do not forget our law enforcement who are here to "Serve and Protect"!

I want to invite everyone within "range" to join me and my friend, Emma Klein for a great show we have put together for you. Here are the details:

Friday NOV 16th - 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Flint River Coffee Company

1443 Winchester Road NE

Huntsville, AL 35811
(256) 859-0109

MaryJustice Lucas

Emma Klein

Those of you who have been reading my blog for the past several years know I started singing songs I wrote in public when I was 13, and really jumped into it full force at age 14. I would like to introduce, Emma Klein, another 14 year-old songwriter who is has jumped into the business with eyes wide-open! This is our second show together and expect to see more! I am so pleased to introduce Emma to my Blogger Sphere! We are totally different in genres and vocals so expect some great variety! We look forward to this show and seeing you there!

So if you are in the area, drop in for some great coffee and entertainment.

Here is a video of  "Surrendering" from The Rutledge a couple of weeks ago. I have a new YouTube Channel that is for live performances only. I have playlists of originals and some covers as well as playlists of duets with some of my fellow songwriters. We have so much fun singing together. I hope you will enjoy this song. But, please don't forget to watch MaryJustice Lucas Official Channel. New Pro-videos soon! (Turn off the player in the sidebar.) 

  

Please leave comments here or at MaryJusticeLive on YouTube. Thanks! You know I love you guys! 

Veteran's Day 2012! Just Saying "Thank You" Does Not Seem To Be Enough!

In times of peace it operates as part of the Department of Homeland Security, serving as the nation's front-line agency for enforcing the nation's laws at sea, protecting the marine environment and the nation's vast coastline and ports, and saving life.  In times of war, or at the direction of the President, the Coast Guard serves as part of the Navy Department. 

On March 5, the U.S. Navy Seabees celebrate their 70th birthday. Well into their seventh decade, the Seabees of today continue the hard work of their predecessors from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Somalia and Bosnia.

The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, but not a uniformed service, except in times of war when, in accordance with the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, mariners are considered military personnel. In a time of "national emergency", the President can permanently seize any merchant marine vessel. 

B.A.T.L.E. AIDS - Teens Awareness

"I had the best time at the B.A.T.L.E. AIDS (Bands, Awareness, Teens & Live Entertainment) event at Lowe Mill Entertainment Center! An important message for all teens to hear.

SO MUCH TALENT: Boats Against Current,  Saints Don't Grieve, Kids Full of Cars, Izzy Miller & Smokin' Joe Gambrell , and The Ledges!

And so many sweet and amazing people! I just want to say thank you to everyone and for all your kind words.

 Megan Plotka, Cassidy Roby, James Park, me and Hazel Sarmiento

Thank you, Teen Council, for inviting me and creating such a wonderful event! Thank you Cassidy Roby and Hazel Sarmiento for making the night even more fun! Love ya'll!  

It was so good to see Dalton Tibbles, Maddie Davie, and Mason Baumann! Thank you, James Park, for your support and kind words! You are so sweet!

Megan Plotka, thank you! When you said that my music made you feel something, you made my night!

I've always said even if I never make it big with my music career, win an AMA or a Grammy (haha), or walk the red carpet, if I can write music that makes people feel something, then I am completely satisfied and happy. That's exactly what I want to do as a performing songwriter :) So thank you so much for telling me that! God has blessed me so much and continues to bless me.

May all the glory be HIS
Sincerely,
MaryJustice

If you are in the neighborhood, come join us!

All day Event Today - I'm singing at 3:30! See you there!

Teens Only Concert Tonight - I'm singing at 10pm! 

See you there!

Sunday, November 4th Nashville Tennessee! See you there!

Two Big Events ~ Sat, Nov 3rd, 2012

Gates Open at 9:00 AM

Hi to all my Blogger Buddies! Saturday will be a busy day for me. If you are in the area of Elkmont, Alabama, please come to the First Annual Hilltop Artist Festival. Artisans of all kinds will have booths along the main street in this historic town in North Alabama, nestled between Athens and Ardmore, Alabama. No flea market merchandise here!

There will be music all day!

I'm singing around 3:30!

**NEXT ~ LOWE MILL ~ Huntsville**

**FOR TEENS ONLY**

I'm on at 10:00

Teens Only ** Donations