In Good Hands

July 6, 2011 in Music, Original Music with 11 Comments

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Story behind the Song

Our Baby Dedication Service was coming up (we do 2 a year at BCC) and the few songs that worked well for the service were getting well worn. I thought I’d try to write my own song for it. With a good 5 years of fatherhood behind me, I felt qualified to write about children and dedicating them to the Lord so I went to it. This is the song that resulted.

While writing the song I relied on God’s inspiration and drew from my experience as a father. Early in marriage, my wife and I faced infertility. God guided us through 2 wonderful adoption experiences. Then in February of 2009 God gave us wonderful gift of a natural conception. Our third child was born on my 30th birthday. Needless to say, it was an answer to prayer. We see our children as gifts that God has entrusted to us to care for and raise to be obedient servants of Jesus.

I have found much joy and purpose in singing this song to our newborn. I hold him and sing this to him. What a wonderful prayer God has given me to speak into my children’s lives. I pray this song will bless many more parents out there who realize the wonderful and scary task they have as a parent.

A Song for Many Occasions

  • Baby Dedication Gift
  • Song for Baby Dedication Ceremonies
  • Infant Baptism or Christening Gift
  • Song for Infant Baptism Ceremonies
  • Newborn Baby Gifts
  • Gift for Adoption
  • Baby Shower Gift
  • Lullaby for parents to sing or play

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Video with Words


Lyrics

In Good Hands
Copyright 2009 Ben Chilcote

I closed my eyes and said a prayer
And when I looked down you were there
And you were placed into my arms
So amazing

Who am I that God would trust
His little one into my love
And now it all seems up to me
You’re small and helpless

Your steps are ordered
Your hairs are counted
I’ve been entrusted
With God’s beloved

How will I teach you how to walk
When I’m so prone to wander off
How will I teach you how to live
To love and give

How will I teach you how to trust
When I don’t keep my promises
How can I teach you all these things
I’m still learning

Your steps are ordered
Your hairs are counted
A life awaits you
Like a fountain

I am the only world you see
Your tiny hand reaches to me

So I take you by the hand
Close my eyes and pray again
Today I place my dreams for you
In His hands

And one day when you are grown
And walk with Jesus on your own
I know you finally will be
In good hands

Through the tears and
Through the laughter
The Lord goes with you
Before and after

He is longing
For the moment
He can walk with
His beloved

Our steps are ordered
Our hairs are counted
He has never
Missed a moment

Share your story!

I’ve recieved emails from people who have used In Good Hands in their dedication or baptism services. Have you used the song to bless someone’s life? I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment and share how In Good Hands has blessed you and your family.


11 Responses to “In Good Hands”

  1. Jeff Klinker July 21, 2011 at 1:00 am #

    Ben,

    Oh My Goodness! I just had my third child. A son, after two daughters. I grew up in music, and earned a double degree in both music education and music performance. Oddly enough…I’m an airline pilot. Oh well…God had different plans for me, I guess. Anyway, as such, I remain very active in my music ministry at my church. I had decided to sing for my son’s baptism…and had almost definately decided on a Rich Mullins song. But, I have been scouring the internet trying to find something that really seemed to fit. Your song is perfect!!! I don’t tweet, therefore I can’t do the “almost” free download. Is there anything I can do to earn your graciousness? Also, I am also wondering if you have a transcription for piano? or just the chords? I can work with either. Anyway, wonderful song, I an hope that you are recognized for such a wonderful work. Thanks so much. God Bless!

    ~Jeff

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    • admin July 21, 2011 at 1:09 am #

      Jeff. Hey – thanks for the kind words!! I’ll gladly send you the chords if you give me a free plane ride somewhere!! Just kidding. I appreciate your encouragement. I’ll send you an email.

      Reply
  2. Gwen July 22, 2011 at 12:12 am #

    I love this song, could you send me the chords to it?

    Reply
    • admin July 22, 2011 at 12:17 am #

      Gwen,

      You can download the chords up above for free if you share this page on Twitter or Facebook. If you don’t do either of those, let me know and I can make other arrangements. Click the link under “CHORDS AND LYRICS”

      Ben

      Reply
  3. Edie August 10, 2011 at 10:24 am #

    I don’t Tweet – any way I can get the music? Thanks

    Reply
  4. Doughlas M. Setzer August 11, 2011 at 1:32 pm #

    Ben,

    I have been struggling to find a song to play for a dedication for my daughter. I even started to compose one, but then I stumbled upon your song. If you dont mind I plan on using it September 17th of this year to dedicate my little girl to God. With your permission I would like to use this song and possibly have someone video tape the performance so I can send it to you! The lyrics are exactly what I wanted to portray. Beautiful song, absolutely beautiful.

    Reply
    • admin August 11, 2011 at 4:47 pm #

      Doug,

      I’m so glad you found my song and that it is what you need :) By all means, you can use my song. That’s one of the reasons I have it available on here. I’ve been blessed beyond words by the stories like yours where my song has been used. Let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!

      Ben

      Reply
  5. Chris December 7, 2011 at 12:11 am #

    Hi Ben

    We want to thank you for letting God use you to write such a beautiful song. Our story is similar to yours so the lyrics spoke volume. We share your song with anyone who asks about good baby dedication songs. In Good Hands is a constant reminder that this is best position to place our child in.

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    • admin January 16, 2012 at 9:21 am #

      I knew there had to be others out there like us :) I’m so glad you found the song and that it touched you so much. Thanks!

      Reply

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