Child

This song was written in response to a friend who lost both her parents in quick succession. I felt an overwhelming sense of compassion for her which was not so much from me but how I felt God felt for her and about her. This was one of those plop-on-the-page songs. I feel it is a song that is for so many of us on the journey of life. Some of us have parents that have encouraged us and others (for whatever reason) have not. This song expresses my feeling that my Father in heaven knows, understands and sees our ‘child’ hearts – those deepest longings, fears, desires, questions – and loves us!! Just loves us!! If you ever wondered if anyone cared, despite the circumstances of life – a resounding ‘yes’ is what I hope you feel through this song!

(Tanya 05/26/2017)

This music video is exactly what you see - a child making their way with their own thoughts, dreams and ideas in their head. More often than not, we see the outside but don't always know the incredible amount of processing that is taking place. I know my Father sees all the inside processing in every single child's heart and head. One evening while leading worship, I had this amazing picture of everyone in front of me as children. It was quite affecting and I have never forgotten it. This profound thought has changed the way I see people, as I feel God gave me a glimpse of how to 'look' at others. It is unbelievably challenging and something that I continue to hold in my heart when I see adults being in a particular way...and then I remember...

(Tanya 2 Sept 2026)