Friend In You by Jon Gibson

[GeorgeBrownAmsterdam]

I sang this song years ago in a church( Victory outreach amsterdam) and there was a man in the church , a visitor , who wanted comitt suicuide. When i went home a member called me and she told me about that man, But becoz he heard the lyrics of this song , instead he wants to commit suicide, He gave his live with tears to Jesus,

I thank God and Jon Gibson for this wonderful song.

George Brown

Amsterdam

The Netherlands

[tinamariefla]

Jon GIbson is back! He has encouraged and blessed us over the years with his music, and now he needs our help! Here's his message: Help me to launch my new CD. Go to kickstarter web site, type 'jongibson' and make a pledge. I've only got until March 14th to make my goal as kickstarter works, if you don't make your goal on the deadline, it all just goes away! This is the difference between me having a CD out this year or not. Thank you so much & God bless you, love Jon Gibson

[Mahlercougar]

When I first heard this in the EARLY 90's I thought that Stevie Wonder did a gospel song. THen I remember hearing that it was Jon Gibson an ,Awesome singer. I believe in an interview he admitted that Stevie Wonder was a great influence on him. This particular song I think we wanted to do it in this style as a tribute.

Its such a touching song. It really caresses my emotions and takes me away in the love of God.

I often wonder.... Has he been bought to Stevie Wonders Attention? :)

[mariojwill]

@Mahlercougar Jon Gibson Sang Backup for Stevie Wonder For Years, They're Friends 

[Mahlercougar]

@mariojwill Thats completely awesome.. It totally make sense now. Thanks for the info hun! God Bless

[MultiCamileon]

I remember when I came to see Jon Gibson at Dove ministries in Las Vegas over 20 years ago. I sat there and shook my head over and over again, goin "he's white?" He has been a blessing in my family's music collection for years and years and God has blessed us tremendously through him. May there be a new upsurge in his music, because it really is timeless.

[chulanueva]

Oh my gosh I listened to this song a hundred times when I was younger... I learned lots of singing from ya Jon... I did go to see you in OH.. took a pic with my oldest that is 21 now... you held him in his arms.. I love your songs and voice..thanks for what you gave and what you give.

[hsvmadness55]

man this brings back fantastic memories of younger days! got through some tough times singing this song! gave me strength i never knew i had! thanks jon gibson you rock!!

[hispresence88]

I had a friend that lost his life.. recently sad to say.. He loved Jon Gibson may he rest in peace.. No offense life's too short to hold grudges let them go and let him in and if you lost someone may the peace of God rest on you.. I know h'es resting in peace.. Amen..

[Funkussionist]

When I first heard Jon sing I thought he was a black guy. :-)

I still think he has one of the best singing voices around.

(White Stevie Wonder) Ha ha ha

[cjf111058]

@Funkussionist That is exactly what I thought...I think people got tired of hearing me say it.

[Berdyluvs]

Much better than the piano version

[Mickeyjlara]

Whoa! Now this is a good singer! I love Jon Gibson!

[edel7272]

beautiful lyrics and his voice is so easy to listen to

[blueguy15]

i remember hearing this when i was a baby in the 90s best christian singer i ever heard!

[mellojello30]

omg i thought this was stevie wonder!! this white boy got soul!! bless you

[chloeandkaci]

Love this song sooooo much as well as "there for you"!!! Truly amazing, uplifting lyrics. Jon you have a gift!!! Thnx for teaching me how to play overjoyed!!! It impresses people every time. :)

[dave2193]

jon gigson is great

[lloyd614]

Felt like I was listening to Stevie! BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[JMKCONNECTIONS]

grew up a friend, and big fan of Jon's when I was a little kid, he was signed to Frontline Music Group the label my dad Jim Kempner started and ran. what vocals Jon has!

[Karolewithak]

He's one of my all-time favorites, great voice, great lyrics...

[Karolewithak]

He's one of my all-time favorites, great voice, great lyrics...

[xsecretpalx]

I love it! Yes, it brings back so many memories! I'm waiting for the next album.

[701Charles]

This is one of the songs that really ministered to me when I first got saved back in the day. haven't heard it in a while, since the KFSG days in L.A. He sang it at Victory Outreach "Chino/Ontario" not too long ago... Awesome blessing. He also did That song that goes, "it's the same old story you've heard it before, but this time it's gonna knock ya to the floor, you can't live without Jesus anymore..."

[on7allday]

jon is the best just listing to that voice man! he make love you gospel/christian to and to hold a kendal to stevie wonder he's brillant

[on7allday]

jon is the best just listing to that voice man! he make love gospel/christian to hold a kendal to stevie wonder

[Losassaman]

You can order this directly from Jon's website. Jon also has new stuff posted for his fans ONLY. . . get on the mailing list. Jongibson(dot)com Visit my blog: spinthat45(dot)com

[rossu611]

great song I haven't heard in yearssssssss. Wow i coudn't find it anymore because i had it on a cassettetape (yes that long ago..!)

What a blessing Thnx Losassaman!

[kiuga]

man i havent heard this song in years.. im singing along and am surprised that i remember all the words! GREAT SONG!!! GOD BLESS!!!

[faith2005jc]

I love this song, if you got somebody that needs a lift give them this song. Cause we are called to minister daily... Find a way to share his love. For someone needs it everyday.

[justinchayce]

This song is a blessing!!  He sounds like Stevie Wonder.

[ghfan18]

i love this song

[CeCrez]

I love this one. Wonderful childhood memories with this song. <3

[hotttwaxx67]

luuv this song!!!thanxx!!:)

[cnburn1]

I came to the Lord because of this song. Been serving Him since then. Thanks Jon, what a blessing.

[tgriffin71]

This song inspired me to write songs for the Lord back when I was only 18 years old. It's still like fresh water to my soul!  Thanks Jon.

[jasongilbow]

been 20 years since i heard this....remember every word...encouraging! thanks jon.

[dandvc]

I wish this was on iTunes.

[pika62221]

@dandvc I know what you mean, I looked and looked for it on itunes, and never found it. I did finally find a copy on cd on amazon, so I then put it on my itunes account, and have the mp3 copy right on my desktop to remind me of the feeling this song gave me back in the late 80's.

[sleepytimegalz]

Thanks for posting this. Jon Gibson loves Jesus with all of his heart. Blessings, friend.......

[Bubdylan524]

Heard this at 2 in the morning on an AM radio station when I was 15 years old and falling apart. I didn't know there was any such thing as "Christian Rock" or whatever. Just flipping the dial. I was already a believer, but something deep happened to me ... it all goes by in slow motion in my memory.

When people ask me about important spiritual moments in my life I always think of that night first. Man, I can still remember the exact feeling of it. Nice to hear it again.

[psalm124]

Jon you rock!! I remember discovering his music back in the late 90's and was hooked. If you get a chance listen to his song entitled "I found a home" and it will bless you soul. Thanks for the post.

[kyia47]

jon is the bomb :) love ya jon thx for blessing us with ur music

[twomokos]

amen amen and amen

[Peelsock]

Me too! One of my favorite Christian songs of all-time. It says this song is from 1988, but I could swear I remember hearing it in early 1987. Must have been another song that sounds like it.

[dandvc]

Thanks for posting this. I love this song. I know there's a concert performance of this on youtube, but I prefer the original recording.