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Thoughts & Prayers

from Rebel by Natalie Kendel

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"And you took your sons and daughters... and sacrificed them as food to the idols.... You slaughtered my children and sacrificed them to the idols."

(Ezekiel 16:20-21)

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Thoughts and prayers are useless
when you never choose us
‘Cause you love your violence
more than you love your children

You can keep your bandaids;
we're bleeding out in classrooms
Your hands are ever bloodstained
Your apathy speaks volumes

Like the ancient altars,
risen up to Molech,
you have raised the sharp knife
to offer sons and daughters

Is this not the zeitgeist:
the spirit of our cursed age?
There'll always be a monster
whispering this promise:

“Sacrifice your children -
you will prosper then.”

Thoughts and prayers are useless
Save your breath and save us!
You're bowing to an idol:
not of a stone, but a gun

When will you renounce it?
When will you all repent?
‘Cause you've loved your violence
more than you’ve loved your children

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from Rebel, released June 1, 2023

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Natalie Kendel England, UK

Theologian, Natalie Kendel, is a singer-songwriter, author, pastor, and theological lecturer.

Using an imaginative, narrative approach, Kendel aims to musically communicate the biblical narrative.

Kendel's music is influenced by folk, orchestral, neo-80s & various genre blends. With unique lyrics and theological depth, her music evokes a rallying listening experience. ... more

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