Stand Up For Jesus - song and lyrics by Carlene Davis - Spotify
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The track is a reggae-infused rendition of the classic American hymn written by George Duffield Jr. in 1858. Duffield was inspired by the final words of Rev. Dudley Tyng, a preacher and abolitionist who, following a tragic accident, told his colleagues: "Tell them, 'Let us all stand up for Jesus'".
"Stand Up for Jesus" holds deep personal significance for Davis. Originally a secular reggae star with hits like "Winnie Mandela" and "Dial My Number," her career shifted toward gospel after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996 . Following her recovery, she dedicated her music to her faith, releasing Vessel as her first major gospel project.
Stand up, stand up for Jesus! ye soldiers of the cross; Lift up His royal banner, it must not suffer loss: From vict'ry unto vict'
