'Hold Me Jesus' Rich Mullins Cover - Jon & Valerie Guerra

"Hold Me Jesus" written by Rich Mullins
Recorded LIVE at our apartment in Chicago

I never met Rich Mullins in person. He died on the day of my twelfth birthday, the year I got my first guitar. My parents took me out to eat that evening and I'm certain we talked about his death because we always listened to Christian radio in the car and they would have certainly been talking about it. I didn't "discover" him until years later. I didn't know you were allowed to write songs about faith that weren't cheap, derivative and sterilized versions of main stream songs, but he did. I heard (and still hear) an emotional truth that was transgressive to the brand of christianity whose songs are cheap, derivative and sterile. His voice was imperfect, his language was non-religious and there was a yearning that no matter how polished the recordings were, could not be suppressed. The songs were records of spiritual conflict and unsettledness that spoke more often of need than of resolve. But the need had a direction and an object. As a singer/songwriter I hope to do with my need what he did, at least in a few songs, with his.

[resilientrecoveryministries]

David French is my musical curator. I initially scoffed at the breathy vocals, which seem trendy right now. But when the unexpected tears began to fall, I scoffed at my own cynicism. Great work. Expertly handled.

[kimberliana]

This song got me through a very dark night of the soul when I was young. I listened to Rebecca St James’s cover on repeat all night long for weeks. I just discovered this version tonight and it’s my new favorite!!! Just beautiful

[bradwillms]

Surrender don’t really come natural to me....and yet that’s what we are called to....awesome, deeply emotional, spirit-filled music. It brings tears....

[bradwillms]

I come back to this song over and over again....the peaceful mindfulness of the lyric, the compelling artistry of Jon and Valerie, and the reminder that when we cry out, the Prince of Peace will never forsake us. It is a truly stunning combination! Thanks so much for this.

[acousticpsalms]

I was very blessed to see Rich in concert way back in 1994 when he was touring Liturgy and Legacy... This is a beautiful cover of a very special song. While I'm here though, I just wanted to tell you how much I love your song 'Citizens'. It resonates with me on a very deep level somewhere close to what Rich's music does for me as well. So, thank you!

[stephanieschabel]

Gave me chills. Rich Mullins would be so happy

[daveyinthevalley]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful, awe the beautiful vulnerability and wealth of heart melody ebbing, ohhh this is moving, touching, beautiful

[hollyfisher]

I saw Rich Mullins several times in concert as he was one of my very
favorite musical artists~Such lovely WORSHIP in his songs, along with
Keith Green's amazing work🌠...
Was sad to see them both go HOME quite young, yet GOD knew best🙏!!
Thank you both for sharing this beautiful cover in perfect harmony❤:)

[c.s.griffel]

I was a young newly saved believer when Rich Mullins was putting out his music. This is the music of my early walk. It is ministering to me to hear you so beautifully give it new life.

[curtismcley]

What a stunningly beautiful cover of this Rich Mullins classic.

[Fedora]

Never had heard of this song or your music before. But woke up early one morning praying about something I was struggling with. I turned on YouTube to listen to some music and this song was in my suggestions. Literally was an answer to my prayer!

[billfowler]

Seldom do you hear someone do a cover of someone else’s song, but these two did an absolute amazing job. So touching, that I’ve found myself watching it repeatedly, which never happens. “Thank You” to you two for recording this and making it available on youtube. What a nice gift!

[ednasevilla]

Well sometimes my life just don't make sense at all
When the mountains look so big
And my faith just seems so small
So hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace
And I wake up in the night and feel the dark
It's so hot inside my soul
I swear there must be blisters on my heart
So hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace
Surrender don't come natural to me
I'd rather fight You for something I don't really want
Than to take what You give that I need
And I've beat my head against so many walls
Now I'm falling down I'm falling on my knees
And this Salvation Army band is playing this hymn
And Your grace rings out so deep
It makes my resistance seem so thin
I'm singing hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace

[tinynina]

I cry every time I come back to hear this! Their version of this is so sincere and incredibly beautiful...

[blegaree]

I remember hearing about Rich Mullins death. I was a little obsessed over his music as well. What you say about his authenticity resonates with me always. Thank you for this wonderful cover.

[FadedFlowerIsaiahverse]

The most beautiful performance was the two of you at a concert in like 2015 in Boise, ID. Your voices just echoed off the walls and danced to Heaven in praise! Thank you for sharing your gift from God with us. 🙏✝️ absolutely beautiful

[glboggs]

So many good songs, Jon and Valerie. This is a powerful rendition. Your harmony evokes the core tension beautifully.

[tinynina]

My favorite version of this song, beside Rich Mullins'! Brings me to tears every time I hear Jon and Valerie's version!! Thank you.

[torithoman]

Lovely cover, guys. Jon, I liked that you shared a little of your thoughts about this songwriter. I hope that the community of Christ-following musicians strives to be continually more genuine and sincere. The best art for the best God.

[garychoihk]

Hold Me Jesus / Rich Mullins
"Well sometimes my life just don't make sense at all
When the mountains look so big
And my faith just seems so small

So hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace

And I wake up in the night and feel the dark
It's so hot inside my soul
I swear there must be blisters on my heart

So hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace

Surrender don't come natural to me
I'd rather fight You for something I don't really want
Than to take what You give that I need
And I've beat my head against so many walls
Now I'm falling down I'm falling on my knees

And this Salvation Army band is playing this hymn
And Your grace rings out so deep
It makes my resistance seem so thin

I'm singing hold me Jesus 'cause I'm shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace

You have been King of my glory
Won't You be my Prince of Peace "

Source: LyricFind

Songwriters: Richard Mullins
Hold Me Jesus lyrics © Capitol Christian Music Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group