Craig Aven lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he’s served as a lead worshipper at his church, Grace Chapel for many years. In the spring of 2005, he founded Mercy Street Ministries Foundation, with the desire to bring the good news of Christ through worship and compassion. “Our vision is to create an artistic movement, producing projects that glorify God and generate resources to help those who are in need physically, emotionally, and spiritually.” Read Full BioCraig Aven lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he’s served as a lead worshipper at his church, Grace Chapel for many years. In the spring of 2005, he founded Mercy Street Ministries Foundation, with the desire to bring the good news of Christ through worship and compassion. “Our vision is to create an artistic movement, producing projects that glorify God and generate resources to help those who are in need physically, emotionally, and spiritually.”
Craig has spent time leading worship in the Philippines, Belize and India, and has spent many months leading worship in Mexico with Back2Back Ministries. "It's amazing how after shoveling cement all day and interacting with the kids in the children's homes, hearts are more vulnerable and open to God," he says.
Craig’s ultimate passion is to write and perform songs that encourage, lift up,and move others to experience a life of freedom found only in Jesus.
Craig knows first hand the freedom and joy that comes from following Christ; it is his passion, and it is reflected in the heartfelt lyrics of the songs that pour out from his soul
Craig has spent time leading worship in the Philippines, Belize and India, and has spent many months leading worship in Mexico with Back2Back Ministries. "It's amazing how after shoveling cement all day and interacting with the kids in the children's homes, hearts are more vulnerable and open to God," he says.
Craig’s ultimate passion is to write and perform songs that encourage, lift up,and move others to experience a life of freedom found only in Jesus.
Craig knows first hand the freedom and joy that comes from following Christ; it is his passion, and it is reflected in the heartfelt lyrics of the songs that pour out from his soul
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The Sweetest Gift
Craig Aven Lyrics
We have lyrics for 'The Sweetest Gift' by these artists:
07. Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Emmylou Harris & Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Emmylou Harris & The Judds One day a mother Come to a prison To see an 'erring But…
Emmylou Harris/Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Ewan McGregor Quietly while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Linda Ronstadt feat. The Seldom Scene & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Linda Ronstadt/Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Linda Ronstadt; Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Sade(샤데이) Quietly while you were asleep The moon and I were talking …
Seldom Scene Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
The Abyssinians;Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
The Judds One day a mother Come to a prison To see an 'erring But…
The Piano Guys feat. Craig Aven I'm not gonna lie Christmas really hurts this time 'Cause yo…
Trisha Yearwood One day a mother went to prison To see and eering…
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07. Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Emmylou Harris & Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Emmylou Harris & The Judds One day a mother Come to a prison To see an 'erring But…
Emmylou Harris/Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Ewan McGregor Quietly while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Linda Ronstadt Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Linda Ronstadt feat. The Seldom Scene & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Linda Ronstadt/Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
Linda Ronstadt; Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg.…
Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
Sade(샤데이) Quietly while you were asleep The moon and I were talking …
Seldom Scene Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris Written by J.B. Coats © 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg…
The Abyssinians;Sade Quietly, while you were asleep The moon and I were talking I…
The Judds One day a mother Come to a prison To see an 'erring But…
The Piano Guys feat. Craig Aven I'm not gonna lie Christmas really hurts this time 'Cause yo…
Trisha Yearwood One day a mother went to prison To see and eering…
The lyrics can frequently be found in the comments below or by filtering for lyric videos.
Joshua Eric
I'm not gonna lie
Christmas really hurts this time
Cause you're not here to celebrate with me
Tears fill my eyes
The memories flood my mind
As I place your ornament upon our tree
Although this year I have a broken heart
It gives me hope and joy as I remember where you are
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
You're with the Son of God
Got your picture in the frame
And a stocking with your name
Oh God knows it's been hard letting go
And I can't bring you back but I'll see you again
And all that thought is healing to my soul
I'll miss making angels with you in the snow
I guess instead you will be singing with them all around God's throne
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Cause you're with the Son of God
And I know the Christmas season was your favorite time of year
You loved to help us decorate our tree
But now that you're with Jesus
Can't imagine how you feel
'Cause he's the one who bleed and died
upon the tree for you and me
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing you're in his arms
You're with the Son of God
Sue Rikli
[Verse 1]
I'm not gonna lie
Christmas really hurts this time
Cause you're not here to celebrate with me
[Verse 2]
Tears fill my eyes
The memories flood my mind
As I place your ornament upon our tree
Although this year I have a broken heart
It gives me hope and joy as I remember where you are
[Chorus]
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
You're with the Son of God
[Verse 3]
Got your picture in the frame
And a stocking with your name
Oh God knows it's been hard letting go
[Verse 4]
And I can't bring you back but I'll see you again
And all that thought is healing to my soul
I'll miss making angels with you in the snow
I guess instead you will be singing with them all around God's throne
[Chorus]
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Cause you're with the Son of God
[Verse 5}
And I know how much this season was your favorite time of year
You loved to help us decorate our tree
But now that you're with Jesus
Can't imagine how you feel
'Cause he's the one who bleed and died
Upon the tree for you and me
[Chorus]
You're with the Son of God
You're with the Prince of Peace
You're with the one who's celebrating
And that thought amazes me
Sometimes I still break down
Grieving that we're apart
But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing you're in his arms
You're with the Son of God
Ann South
This was the only thing that got me through yesterday (Christmas Day) - I was so wrapped in my grief that I did not realize how amazing the day was going to be for my late husband - his first Christmas in heaven. I found true joy in those thoughts - Thank you so much! White Christmas' are a rare thing where I live and one of the things I hope for on every Christmas morning - I woke up to a beautiful white covering and just knew, that was my present from him and he was happy. God Bless you and keep you.
Midge Enrico-Caruso
Craig, a friend just sent your beautiful song to me. I lost my Angel husband Joe in July, 2018, very suddenly, & I felt I did not want to go on living. I am in bereavement counselling but your song touched my heart so much & I felt exactly what you were singing. God bless you for helping those of us who are mourning.
Louie Leanos
I found your song through the Piano Guys. I lost my mom in March. You don't know how much this song has helped me grieve.
Gina F
I lost my son September 6, 2020. This is my first Christmas without him here and it's so so hard...but this song...makes me cry yet gives me comfort. Jesse was my firstborn of 4 and my only son. Thank you for this song, it is beautiful
Carrie Baker
@Christine Terpens have you heard his version with The Piano Guys? I found it shortly after my Rebeka passed away December 10, 2017. It helped me a lot.
I just shared for 2 friends who lost sons on the same day, different states.
Carrie Baker
My daughter passed away December 10, 2017. If you need someone to talk to, tag me and I'll add my email to the post.
Gina F
@Christine Terpens thank you 💜
Christine Terpens
So sorry for your losing your precious boy, I am glad you find comfort in this amazing song (I find it so comforting also)
Gina F
@Christi A thank you, I'm sorry for your loss too ❤
Christopher Pierce
My first Christmas without my dad. This song really helps. It's has me in tears but it's so beautiful