A parody of Frank S. version of My Way. It's not about being wrapped up in yourself without any room for the will of God for your life while chanting; my life, my choice, my body, it's about love, willing the good of others even at your own expense.
love
parody
grace
suffering
sacrifice
my way
good friday
deny myself
take up my cross
redemptin
gods way
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Story behind the song
Our current culture has been descending into an egotistical drama from what God wants for us, which is a theological drama; to discover what Gods plan for our lives is. As St. Faustina recorded Jesus words in her diary there is no way to heaven except the way of the cross. I followed it first. You must learn that it is the shortest and surest way."
An Interesting side note; The song lyrics for My Way was written by Paul Anka and set to the music of the French song Comme dhabitude, in English meaning As Usual. This original song was about a day in the life of a couple whose relationship is falling apart. Certainly nothing like what Frank sings about. So what we have now in Gods Way" is a parody of a parody.
Lyrics
Gods Way
Then Jesus said to his disciples, If anyone wants to be a follower of mine, let him renounce himself and take up his cross and follow me. Mt 16:24
A Parody of Frank Sinatras My Way
(Final Sung Version 9-29-23)
Verse 1
And now, the end is near, and so I face, my day of judgement.
My friend, Ive said it clear, I staked my life, Ive been triumphant.
Ive lived, my life of pain, like every day, was a Good Friday.
And more, much more than this, I lived it Gods way.
Verse 2
I sacrificed my life, suffering all I wanted for others.
I did, as I was called to do, and saw it through, for all my brothers.
I chose, a suffering life, close to Gods Heart, seeking redemption.
My Lord, my Lord redeems, those sharing His Passion.
Verse 3
Yes, there were nights, I couldnt get through.
Times of living, a singular view.
But those who prayed, Id persevere.
Prayed for me, without any fear.
Id take up my cross
and Id follow Him
and live life Gods way.
Verse 4
I cursed, I grieved and wept.
Id had enough, my will was broken.
And now, I feel content.
Kneeling holy, in devotion.
Regrets, Im not looking back.
I vow nothing, can lead me astray.
Oh and more, much more than this,
His way, not My Way
Verse 5
For what am I here, why do I live?
If not with faith and Gods grace to love.
And to live the life, I truly believe.
Embrace His words, not be deceived.
Deny myself,
Take up my cross,
and follow Him
OUTRO
Yes I lived it, Gods way