Glory to God ‎#406

406. We Are Standing on Holy Ground (Holy Ground)

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Text Information

• First Line: We are standing on holy ground
• Title: We Are Standing on Holy Ground (Holy Ground)
• Author: Geron Davis (1983)
• Meter: Irregular
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2013
• Scripture:
  Genesis 28:12-17
  ;
  Exodus 3:5
  ;
  Mark 9:2-9
  ;
  Acts 7:33
  ;
  Hebrews 12:22
• Topic: Gathering
• Copyright: © 1983 Songchannel Music Company and Meadowgreen Music Company (admin. EMICMGPublishing.com)
• CCLI Number: 21198

Tune Information

• Name: HOLY GROUND
• Composer: Geron Davis (1983)
• Meter: Irregular
• Key: D Major
• Copyright: © 1983 Songchannel Music Company and Meadowgreen Music Company (admin. EMICMGPublishing.com)

Text Information:

The phrase “holy ground” resonates with the experience of Moses at the burning bush, where he had an encounter with God (Exodus 3:5; also quoted in the martyr Stephen’s sermon, Acts 7:33). The reference to angels may recall Jacob’s vision (Genesis 28:12–17) or Hebrews 12:22.