Music: Bible Songs to Fight DepressionParaugs

Day 1 - Hold You Up

I'm Xander Stok, the founder of and man behind Project of Love. My mission is to put all Bible books, one-on-one scripture, to song.

This project is born from a deep love for the Word of God and its Author. Four years ago, after 20 years of struggling with depression, suicide and addictions, I met with God. He took me out of the pit, gave me new life, and here I am.

In January 2021, while reading the book of Isaiah, I heard a quiet voice say, "Grab your guitar and sing what you're reading." That's what I did and am still doing.

Never in a million years had I dreamed I would be doing this. I had heard of the Bible but found it a stuffy, dusty, boring, old book. That was then. He's blessed me with a raw hunger, a craving for the Word. Ever since that day, He has been my Wonderful Counselor. I find refuge in His Word. He holds me up: "For I have chosen you. Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand." Wow. This is God encouraging us. You. Me.

Sure, some days I still wake up weary or anxious. But reading the Bible always transforms me. Therefore, it's not an option for me whether or not to read the Bible every day; it's become a necessity! I need it. His Word changes me from the inside out. Imagine what'll happen if you sing His Words out loud. You're proclaiming them over your life!

Isaiah 41 – Hold You Up

9. For I have chosen you.

10. Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.

12. Those who attack you will come to nothing.

13. For I hold you by your right hand.

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All scripture from New Living Translation (NLT).
All music was created, mixed, and produced by Project of Love, Xander Stok.