Nine Days - Making Amends Lyrics






Got these new shoes and I don't want to walk on water just yet
Still trying to keep my, keep my soul dry but it ain't easy
I still got this old coat but the ind don't sympathize
It slips right through, makes itself comfortable on my bones
but Sarah, she's a blanket, that covers up my heart. she don't let the cold outside get in
She's got stars up on the ceiling that give her piece of mind tonight
Clear away the distance
It's easier to walk alone, the farther I get away, the closer I get to home
Got these memories but I don't want to cash them in just yet
Living on the interest and the promises I've got tucked away
But it ain't easy waiting for tomorrow when as of yesterday it's here today
But we can come on out and fake it and can cover up our hearts
Don't let this world outside get in
We can stare up at the ceiling trying to find piece of mind tonight
Clear away the distance, it's easier to walk alone, the closer I am to you, the farther I am from home
Well I've walked a little while and the wear is starting to show
Travel down on roads past places I used to know
I still got this old coat but you know I really don't mind
As I slip right in, make myself comfortable, make myself at home





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  1. M.... P....

    It actually can be hard to feel the spirit while watching this. It is about a guy who did drugs, he got a prostitute involved, and because of his drug addiction, his life got ruined. With all of that, there is no peace.

    M.... P....

    Hi Megan, thanks for sharing your feedback. This video series features real stories from real people and can be intense, but we hope people struggling with addictions will see these videos and be inspired to change and turn their lives over to the Savior. For you or others interested, learn more about the Church's Addiction Recovery Program at addictionrecovery.churchofjesuschrist.org

    M.... P....

    Megan ... there was no peace for me in addiction and in that you are correct. However, in my deepest darkness, the Savior was always there to beckon me to repent and live again. As I entered professional chemical dependency treatment and stopped, my soul began to feel again. Though it took some time, Jesus Christ cleansed my soul, lead me back and gave me peace, His peace. My loss was BIG and consequences continue to this day over 10 years clean. But God NEVER left me alone ... He is merciful!

  2. E.... 1....

    The truth hurts. But we have to face what we have done. We have to own up to it, do our best to make restitution, and give the rest to God.

  3. K.... ....

    i love You God and Jesus! Amen <3

  4. J.... K....

    Recovery is REAL!

  5. S.... D....

    As possible, we are instructed to make good on that which was lost and reestablish congeniality where our relationships are broken. Is this not Christ like? For even Jesus Christ has brought forth restitution of His gospel and invites reconciliation among the Saints. He, that is greatest promises restoration of all things and invites us to come unto Him.

  6. K.... M....

    I led a double life
    Then, found out, how could I explain?
    I lost my job and my wife
    I "used" more to numb the pain
    I did anything to get high
    A prostitute worked with me
    I kissed my future goodbye
    Inside I was empty
    Out of control, it was a relief
    When I was placed in jail
    I sought those whom I'd caused grief
    To make amends where I'd failed
    Oh, the damage I had done!
    Trust was just not there
    For years I was shunned
    I put this is in our Father's care
    A new life was given to me
    And my prayers were answered one day
    When for the first time I could see
    My grandchildren come over to play

  7. I.... C....

    John, you've helped me a lot. I have been struggling with my own trials and I could've been somewhere else but I stopped just in time before things got worse. I love you and your story

  8. M.... ....

    I'm active LDS and I "smoke weed everyday" but it is legitimate use for medical reasons. Doc's Scrip and all that. Yea, my bishop and stake pres are fine with it to a point. My stake pres freaks out a little bit in a hilarious way, warning me be SURE it is the right medicine. (which i have investigated extensively, and yes, it is correct...) My Bishop just says, "have a legitimate prescription," or something very close to that. I don't mean to undermine the beautiful message here about recovering from addiction, which i love, but this man appears to have been abusing the drug, as opposed to using it with a legitimate medical reason. Abuse is defined thusly on dictionary.com: "to use wrongly or improperly; misuse."

  9. J.... A....

    I hate being an addict . the battle never ends

    J.... A....

    i am nearly 6 months sober. how are you doing these days? let's chat

  10. k.... h....

    What a remarkable story of recovery from the brink of despair. Everyone has a story to tell. This is proof of that. I think it's even more powerful that all 12 members in all 12 videos were members prior to their addiction. It goes to show that the adversary is at work, and attacks all, not just some.

  11. T.... S....

    This was the hardest but most rewarding part of my recovery. Thank you for sharing John

  12. C.... C....

    You know, whilst watching this 12 step addiction videos, I had to take a break for an hour, have a drink of juice, take deep breaths because I had cried all the tears that were in my body. I am LDS, and the Church has done a great job of highlighting worldly addictions. I felt the Spirit so strong and I know that God cares about us. He wants us all to do well in life. He is always prepared to help us when we fall..I applaud the men and women in these videos for their courage and strength...

  13. J.... J....

    I play the prostitute in this video...haha. funny to see people's reaction when they hear I played a prostitute in a church video

    J.... J....

    it's an interesting role to play, for sure

  14. E.... C....

    this one personally was the best one I can't describe what hit me but it did the fact that his daughter forgave him was the best

  15. w.... b....

    Is there a video like this on alcohol addiction?

    w.... b....

    winter blake HTTP//mormon Channel.org/12steps
    http//additionrecovery.lds.org

  16. S.... ....

    I'm an addict- and a Mormon-thank you!

    S.... ....

    Thank you, for reaching out.

    S.... ....

    how is your recovery going? after decades of hell, I am finally almost 6 months sober

  17. J.... L....

    These videos are remarkably well done. I like this one in particular.

  18. R.... E....

    after watching all 12 of these videos, I'm in awe of 1) how easily and small it starts yet becomes larger than life, and 2) how much humility it takes to get to the point in recovery where you're in a position to come out on the other side able to share your story to save the lives of others. Thank you John (and your family) for showing this hope to others.

  19. A.... A....

    John, far and away, your story hit me hardest (well, aside from Step 6). So much about your story mirrors mine. When people ask me about the series and want to talk about my behavior, I tell them to watch Step 6, then watch Step 9. They did such a great job highlighting the chaos we tried to manage with families, callings, and the disease. When I look back on that time it's literally like I'm recalling a book I read or a movie I saw, because it's so foreign to the man I am today. I didn't have nearly the wreckage to clean up with my relationships, but if it wasn't for that last ditch effort by my wife and bishop to get me help, all would have been lost. So grateful for your story, your experiences, your recovery, and your courage to share. Not an easy decision. I know.

  20. B.... D....

    Such a beautiful and touching video!

  21. N.... ....

    This one hit me the hardest. Making restitution is not easy but I can't even imagine what you had to go through. There are so many great people in this story who did amazing HARD things. It proves that God cares about every single one of us! Thanks for sharing your story.

    N.... ....

    You are one awesome person! 

  22. S.... M....

    astounding and courageous. thank you.

  23. H.... P....

    Thank you, John - for your courage, honesty and strength to show others what really matters and how to attain that.....the love and association of your family and children. Your story will help so many.

  24. I.... A....

    The courage of this man to record this video impresses me so much. The others from this video series too. The more I understand what addiction is and what people have to go through I can see how Heavenly Father will always have a better plan of happiness for everyone. This world is full of paths that lead to a horrible life with no meaning. But it is great to know that God loves every one and CAN make each one of us better, even perfect one day if we LET Him in our lives.

  25. G.... I....

    Wow! :) Awesome!