Paul Trapp, Songwriter

Special thanks to Jarrod Headley of North Park Studios here in Colorado Springs. Jarrod is a wizard (actually he is the Grand Wizard of Northpark) when it comes to sound technician skills, the best by far I've ever seen in action! He is also an accomplished musician who plays drums, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, and midi keyboards. Jarrod also sings harmonies on most of my songs. He has added beautiful musical texture to these songs. I am very grateful for his friendship and help with the production, arrangement, and musicality that I hope you find on my site!

Lyrics for Your Grateful Child

I went many places when I was young I would not go back to now. 

I did many things in the name of fun; made it through, but I did not know how. 

I hurt many people along the way; but that was not my intention. 

And there came a time when I turned to You – I needed Your intervention. 

Chorus           You are my God 

                         I am your grateful child. 

                         Your presence I’ll find… 

                         That’s where I’ll abide. 

And no, You did not turn me away. You took me just as I’d come. 

You saw me as the child you made, and not as what I had done. 

Though I was filled with childish pride, thought I could go it alone, 

You opened the door and took me inside, to the foot of Your wonderful throne. 

So many times I fall on the way, trying to do what is right. 

I try to be strong, but often I stray; help me to walk in your glorious light. 

And I’m still filled with childish pride, trying to go it alone. 

Whenever I turn and knock at Your door, You invite me in to your beautiful throne. 

          The blessings you provide oh God invite this attitude, 

          Your justice, love and mercy fill my heart …                                                                          

          Your patience, grace and kindness fill my heart with gratitude.