"I first heard Beautiful Things by Benson Boone when my friend Jason suggested we rewrite the lyrics for me to perform it at our upcoming music festival. At first, I wasn’t sure if I could sing it or how it would translate, but as I prayed into it, I felt Jesus inspiring something tender and raw. This song became a deep expression of my heart’s cry to God to stay with me—not to hold onto form, but to cherish His Presence as the only “Beautiful Thing” I could ever truly need." ~Erik 💖

Enjoy this worshipful performance of Benson Boone’s "Beautiful Things", reimagined by RISE as a prayer to hold on to God’s Love alone—the one Beautiful Thing that never fades. 🙌 Recorded live at the Strawberry Fields Music & Enlightenment Festival on May 31, 2025, and featuring Erik Archbold (vocals), Zach Bellows (keyboard), Joe Joppe (electric guitar), Peter Kirk (drums), and Emily (backing vocals).

🎶 LYRICS:

There have been times when I’ve been lost

Called out for hope amidst the chaos

I was searching for a place I belong

But Jesus, You saw right through my soul

You shone a Light that helped me know

Know that my worth is safe in You and You alone

And I thank God every day

For the gifts He’s sent my way

But I’m afraid the gifts He gave could fade away

So I’ll hold them close each night

Cause that’s a feeling I wanna get used to

But there’s no man as terrified as the man who stands to lose

God I hope I don’t lose You

Mmmm… Please stay

I want You, I need You, oh God

Don’t take this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got

Please stay

I want You, I need You, oh God

I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got

Oh-oh...

Please remain here in my heart, I’m feelin’ clear

You vanquish my doubts, replace my fear

But sometimes I still believe the lie that I might need more

Then You remind me You’re enough

That I’ve got peace and I’ve got love

Then I rest at night knowin’ I just might have it all

Please stay

I want You, I need You, oh God

I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got

Oh-oh...

Please stay

I want You, I need You, oh God

I feel this Beautiful Thing that I’ve got

💞 Song Credits:

Original Song: Beautiful Things by Benson Boone

Lyrics rewritten by Jason Warwick & Erik Archbold as a spiritual reinterpretation made out of love and respect for the original work.

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RISE is a devotional music band dedicated to journeying back into the heart of God. As part of the Living Miracles community, inspired by David Hoffmeister’s teachings on A Course in Miracles, our mission is singular: to know God, dwell in His Loving Presence, and celebrate the joy of the present moment.

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