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Philippians

by Ryan Pryor

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Remains 03:56
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“Remains” I thank God every time I think of you (1:3) And I hold you in my heart I hold you in my heart (1:7) And I thank God though I’m in chains for Christ (1:13) And I am bold and still I’m torn between two worlds (1:20, 22) I long to be with Christ (1:23-24) But I am torn in two I long to be with Christ But my love for you remains Remains If I go to be with Christ (2:17-18) I will share your joy Yes, I will share your joy But I if I don’t, I will see you soon enough (2:24) You are my joy (4:1) I hold you in my heart (1:7)
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Exalt 04:33
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“Exalt” Jesus in the form of God (2:6) Jesus did not consider being equal with God something to exploit Jesus in form of a man (2:7-8) Jesus became like nothing taking the form of a servant He humbled himself Jesus obeyed to the point of death death on a cross Therefore God exalted him to the highest place to the highest place (2:9) And He gave him the name that is above all names above all names (2:10) That every knee should bow in heaven and earth in heaven and earth. (2:11)
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Steady 02:50
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“Steady” Steady life (1:27, 2:14-16) Find joy in God (4:4) Don’t worry dear children (4:6) Let prayer cover your lives Live in the peace of Christ (4:7,9) Guard your hearts and your minds Let grace flood in (4:23) Steady life

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Ryan Pryor's Philippians EP sets out to creatively communicate Paul's experience, theology, and the life he encourages the Philippians to live in his letter. The first song, "Remains", represents Paul’s personal experience that he describes within his letter, and the song seeks to express Paul’s primary personal tension within his letter. "Exalt" flows out of the first track and is derived solely from the gospel hymn in Philippians 2:6-11. Creatively utilizing this hymn that roots much of Paul's theology and Christology throughout Philippians, Ryan powerfully emphasizes this succinct Christology in "Exalt". Ryan draws upon Paul's use of Isaiah’s "suffering servant" language in order to describe both Jesus’ life and exaltation. The final song, “Steady”, focuses on Paul's teachings and the ways in which he encouraged the Philippians to live. This song relies mostly on Paul’s writings from chapter four in which he encourages the Philippians to live without worry and in the fullness of prayer. The song “Steady” is almost a lullaby in its style, and it's tone and structure blend in order to convey a final blessing of Paul to the Philippians.

The Philippians EP was written and recorded in its entirety in one week at Ryan's home in Los Angeles, California. 2014 [demo].

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released July 1, 2014

2014 Copyright, Ryan Pryor Music, Music and Lyrics by Ryan Pryor

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Ryan Pryor Los Angeles, California

Lyric-filled journals and a mind brimming with melodies, Ryan Pryor’s musical career launched long before he ever picked up a guitar. The singer/songwriter has now transitioned from the careful curating days of mixed-tapes and seasonal playlists to a personal and prolific contribution to the industry. His last EP is now available on iTunes and as a free download at www.ryanpryormusic.com ... more

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