Like a Child

Jars of Clay

About Like a Child

"Like a Child" is a song by Jars of Clay. It is the fourth radio single from their self-titled debut album. Like many of the other tracks on the record, the song was written while the band members were students at Greenville College. The band's demo album, Frail, released in 1994, contains the first known recording of the song. The song was re-recorded in 1995 for the band's debut album; however only a few differences exist between the two recordings. A live version of the song appears on the band's 2003 double album, Furthermore: From the Studio, From the Stage.  


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2012
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Dear God
Surround me as I speak
The bridges that I walk
Across are weak
And the frustrations fill the
Void that I can't solely bear

Dear God
Don't let me fall apart
You've held me close to you
But I have turned away
And searched for answers
I can't understand

They say that I can move the mountains
And send them falling to the sea
They say that I can walk on water
If I would follow and believe
With faith like a child

Sometimes,
When I feel miles away
And my eyes can't see your face
I wonder if I've grown to lose
The recklessness I walked in
Light of you

They say that I can move the mountains
And send them crashing to the sea
They say that I can walk on water
If I would follow and believe
With faith like a child

They say that I can move the mountains
And send them crashing to the sea
They say that I can walk on water
If I would follow and believe
With faith like a child

They say that love can heal the broken
They say that hope can make you see
They say that faith can find a Savior
If you would follow and believe
with faith like a child

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Jars of Clay

Jars of Clay is a Christian rock band from Nashville, Tennessee. They met at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. more »

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Written by: STEPHEN DANIEL MASON, CHARLIE LOWELL, DAN HASELTINE, MATTHEW RYAN BRONLEEWE

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Like a Child" is a song by the American Christian rock band Jars of Clay. It was included in their self-titled debut album, which was released in 1995.
Chart Performance
The song did well on the charts. It peaked at #10 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.
Grammy Awards
The album "Jars of Clay," where "Like a Child" is included, earned the band a Grammy Nomination in 1997 for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album.
Songwriters
The song was written by Jars of Clay band members, Dan Haseltine, Charlie Lowell, Stephen Mason, and Matt Odmark. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the song's success.
Musical Style
"Like a Child" blends elements of rock, folk, and pop genres, reflecting the band's formative musical style.
Band's Formation
The band Jars of Clay was formed at Greenville College in Illinois, where all band members were students. The blend of their voices in "Like a Child" showcases their unity and combined skill.
Themes
The song deals with themes about yearning for simplicity and innocence. It emphasizes the biblical concept of having 'child-like' faith.
Video
The music video for "Like a Child" features a computer-generated animation of the band playing their instruments.
Critical Acclaim
The song's lyrics have been praised for depth and spiritual insight, helping make the album "Jars of Clay" one of the most successful Christian music debuts ever.
Hymnlike Structure
"Like a Child" is constructed with a hymnlike structure, a characteristic that sets it apart from other contemporary Christian music of its time. It displays the band's unique artistic touch.
Dove Awards
The song helped to propel the band to win the New Artist of the Year at the 27th GMA Dove Awards in 1996.

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