'Oh My Soul' Story Behind the Song with Mark Hall

Mark Hall tells the story of his cancer diagnosis and how that inspired him to write the song "Oh My Soul"

[needlenut]

Thank you Mark. I am still trying to get through the grief of losing my daughter less than a year ago. She was a ballerina for many years until she began to fall when she was dancing. She was later diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor. The doctors gave up hope but April and I never did. With God she survived 20 years after the doctors said it was impossible. Your beautiful video seems like it was made about her.

[womanofgodministry]

Remember:

"There's a place where fear has to face THE GOD you know"💖

[ph]

That touched my spirit, Our God is bigger than our fears, thank u

[reneehubbard]

My son was in a tragic accident last Easter, I played your song everyday!!! still do. Thank you for my journey with this song. My son is doing amazing after his traumatic brain injury.

[yulindieoosthuyse]

I have been to a funeral on Saturday. The lady passed away after fighting a long Battle with cancer. I didn't know her well, just seen her now and then.... (I am a teacher at the preschool where her little boy is ). I didn't know her life story either. While we were seated in the Church the song Oh my Soul played in the background... Tears streamed down my cheeks as I listened to it. After the funeral I went home and searched this song. I played it over and over... Today I found out that Mark was also diagnosed with cancer.

Something in my heart changed. Changed for good. I will be forever grateful.

[katiedubuque]

This song still blows me away everytime I hear it. There's so much fear in the tone of the song but the lyrics are built on faith. The song is the perfect representation of having faith over fear it's just beautiful

[isasanchez]

When I heard this song, I identified immediately with my grief on losing my only daughter 3 months ago to cancer. Her name was Christina, special needs, my only child, 42 years old. Your music has always touched my soul deeply, but this song, it touched and spoke to me. My prayers for your deliverance from this and God heal you through and through. Your music is wonderful testimony to God's amazing love, mercy and grace. Blessings.

[StevenCroft]

God bless you Mark. Thank you guys for all you do. God used this song to help me overcome anxiety! Praise the Lord.

[trishl]

My daughter was raped when she was eight. It felt like you saw into my little girl's life and wrote this song just to help her through the devastation that was caused on her. Thank you for writing this song. It will help many for years to come.

[lisaforsythe]

I was in the same place and chose to not tell my children till I knew the medical plan. These powerful lyrics helped me beyond words.

[SmartySara]

This song resonates with me so much because I've been through a similar experience. At the age of 13 I was diagnosed with bone cancer and what I thought was death. I tried to stay strong in front of family and friends and had faith but there we just times when faith seemed so far away. But God pulled me through all of that pain and saddness and today I can proudly say that I am healed in Jesus name. Cancer is not something I will ever regret because it has helped me to become closer to God. Now when I see my hair, my eyebrows, my lashes, I thank God because I know what it's like not to have them. God is good, he is amazing, he is love, he is my EVERYTHING. This world is nothing without the presence of God in my life.

[fridaymaureenodipo]

The devil is a liar, trying to steal you from us before your time and the way your songs really bless me practically the only gospel songs l listen to.

[krisjutras]

Song pulls my heart strings every time I hear it. Clinch my fist, and ball like a baby. God has pulled me through this life, time after time. God I love you.

[stolasxoctavia]

I gave my husband my left kidney and he carries it on right side. April 13, 2016 was transplant day and everyday since then it's been an emotional struggle for both of us. But our God has never given up on us we can't quit now even though we live in a sinful world and it seems no one hears us. Thanks for the song Casting Crown.

[gabbylopez]

If I ever have cancer, I will always remember that God is bigger than that! This is also true to all of those that have it. God has got you in His loving embrace. Trust Him!

[ciku-ciku]

Wow Mark. I heard this song yesterday for the 1st time. Instantly I thought of a mom whose little girl is in her final days battling cancer. I sent her the link to the song hoping she would find some comfort in those words. Today I'm browsing to find out more about casting crowns and I see this story. My heart is broken for you but " that fear we have will for sure face the God we know ". Words to live by brother. Sending you love and prayers towards your healing.

[magasin]

Mark we will pray for you. I lost my 8.5 year old son to cancer but my wife and I have survived. I have survived 4 bouts with cancer myself. i don't know why I am here and my son is not but i know God is merciful. If it is his will you can beat this disease.

[caitlinbrophy]

My Father just past away almost 4 weeks ago after a 19 month battle with cancer. He ran sound for worship services for the Vinyard church for over 30 years. I am a dancer and knew  for his memorial I wanted to make a dance and show it at the service. When I heared this song I knew it was exactly the song I needed to dance to. In my dance "My Father's Chair" I dance with his chair that he sat in when he ran sound for all the church services. My dad was a mentor and father to many and was a true example of serving the body of Christ. Thank you for this beautiful song! Inspiring and uplifting words that demonstrate the power of god and his presence in our daily lives continuesly.

[halogirl]

Beautiful song, Mark. It brought me to tears. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I hope you are doing much better. Cancer can be a fearful thing. I understand as I am on my 4th fight with ovarian cancer. Still, I tell people that I will be here as long as God wants me to be. Cancer doesn't get to decide that, only God. In the meantime, I choose life. Life is a gift to enjoy. Every moment, every smile, every tear....simply a gift from God. I thank God for his beautiful gift. Love your music! I have often tried writing songs...I am not as talented, but still try to put it on paper and sometimes share. God bless you, your family, your ministry, and your health. May you have many many more years ahead!

[olgapagan]

The Holy Spirit brought me here. We serve the living God!!! What an honor. Thank You Jesus for being my light as I walk through the valley. I love You Lord!! You continue to show me exactly how Alive You are and how good You truly are! 👑❤️👑