Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 1

Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 4

Lawrence continues his testimony of God’s faithfulness and leadership throughout his life. This episode covers the Fishermen’s first album in 1973, formation of a new band,Lawrence Chewning & Eastland Band, and relocating to Massachusetts. Also a new arrangement of an Eastland Band song performed by Lawrence and Damascus Road Band.  Songs: Longing to See You Again I Wouldn’t Go Back The Road Back Home Now is the Time We Can Bear Some Fruit Right Here

Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 3 - The Lost Journal

Lawrence shares from a recently discovered journal recounting his experiences in New England in a  Jesus People band in the early 1970’s. Songs: Revival in Our Souls Born in America We Were Like Those Who Dreamed (Psalm 126)  What a Change

Chronicles of a Christian Singer - Part 2 - The Fishermen Years

Lawrence chronicles his testimony of God’s faithfulness and focuses on “the Fishermen years”, 1970 through 1976. Various songs he wrote during that era in his life are also shared.  Songs: Trying to Obey the Call Jesus, You’ve Been So Real Jesus Made All the Difference Carry On There Goes a Real Christian Man Mystery First Glimpse I Will Arise and Go Sing a Song of Jesus

Chronicles of a Christian Songwriter - Part 1

Lawrence recounts his personal journey of faith and shares songs he was inspired to write through various events in his life.  This episode deals with his salvation as a boy, the faith of his family, and a powerful awakening during his college years which revolutionized his life.  Songs: The Night That Changed My Life Welcome Home Season of the Harvest Song of the Disciple Me and My 88 Friends Send the Rain Let Me Worship You Today

Prayers While Under House Arrest

Lawrence takes a look at the specific prayers the Apostle Paul prayed for the Christians in Ephesus while he was chained to a Roman soldier.    Songs: What a Change I Wouldn’t Go Back Leaning on the Word of God  A Family Again Be Thou My Vision