The Road by John Pape EPK
About the song
“The Road” was inspired by a group of Bible passages often called the Romans Road. These verses, found in the Book of Romans, explain the human problem of sin, the price Jesus paid for us, and the way a person receives salvation through faith in Christ.
“The Road” begins with someone who far away from God. It then leads to the cross, where grace, mercy, and forgiveness change the direction of the journey. By the end of the song, the traveler is no longer walking toward death but is living in the hope of eternal life with Christ.
The purpose of this song is simple. It takes the listener on a journey. On that journey there is a message of hope. That hope is put to music that would be easy to remember. The hope is that these words encourage people find faith. For someone who is still searching for answers, it will help them discover the hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.
- The track is faith-driven with a steady tempo and uplifting instrumentation. Featured instruments include guitar, bass, drums and vocals by John Pape
- The lyrics focus on themes of redemption, grace, and walking a spiritual path with Christ. This includes themes of God’s mercy and grace.
- The song’s arrangement and production suggest a contemporary Christian rock style. It is suitable for an audience that is seeking inspirational and faith-based music
- The track tempo creates an energetic yet reflective mood that makes it suitable for worship settings or personal reflection.
- Similar artist would include Third Day, Jeremy Camp or Newsboys.
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Lyrics
Verse
Each step I took led me astray
Further from God's perfect way
Sin had marked my every mile
Death stood waiting all the while
Chorus
There is a road that leads to life
Where mercy conquered sin and strife
My Savior died for all my sins
Now He holds my life down the road of time
Verse
Grace was sealed at the cross
Love stretched beyond every loss
I called His name He welcomed me
His risen life has set me free
Chorus
There is a road that leads to life
Where mercy conquered sin and strife
My Savior died for all my sins
Now He holds my life down the road of time
Bridge
Every journey abounding with grace
Every step I take brings me to a place
Where everlasting life guides my way
I walk with Christ forevermore
Chorus
There is a road that leads to life
Where mercy conquered sin and strife
My Savior died for all my sins
Now He holds my life down the road of time
Ending
There is a road that leads to life
Where mercy conquered sin and strife
My Savior died for all my sins
Now He holds my life
Now He holds my life
Now He holds my life down the road of time
Song Video
Scripture References
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 3:23
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8
For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 6:23
If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:9
For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.
Romans 10:13
John Pape Bio
John Pape is a independent, self managed Christian songwriter who creates worship and praise music for seekers and believers in the church.
John states his mission “My music ministry is to create songs that will encourage a closer relationship to Jesus. The songs are crafted to help Christians though their daily walk. The songs provide a positive soundtrack for people’s lives.”
John’s songwriting drive is to honor God though words and music. His experience has grown over several years of honing the art of songwriting.
Born and raised in California his musical journey began as a young boy. His first instrument was the violin and her participated in the school glee club. As a teenager he got his first guitar. After a few lessons, he basically self-taught himself with a veracious appetite to learn the guitar.
John was going through a spiritual journey which eventually led him to a small store front church where he heard the gospel and by faith believed in the saving grace of Jesus.
At the time of conversion life had to change. It no longer seemed appropriate to live the rock n roll lifestyle. So, for a season the guitar was set down. After a period of time while reading the bible, he read the parable of the talents. Convicted, that he was not using his God given talent of music he prayed. Then leaving his home to take a meditative walk he passed by a piece of paper on the sidewalk. I voice spoke and said to pick up the paper. Turning around he picked it up and it was a song sheet. Not just any song sheet but a Christian song. Realizing that was confirmation he reached out that week to find a Christian band to join. Within a week he was in a Christian Rock band that wrote original music. This band lasted a few years, but the passion to write songs continued. Some early solo releases included “Tunes for Him” and “Almighty Reigns”
Some of John’s musical influences that help shape his songwriting include Chris Tomlin, Benton Brown, Matt Redman. In addition to these influences, John’s sound is shaped by Maranatha Music, Passion, Hillsong and Jesus Culture.
John is also author of the book “Building a House of Worship”. The book was written as a guide to Christian church worship leaders to better minister to the people they serve as they use their gift of music.
Currently John is working on a project to release several new Praise and Worship songs that were written to build and encourage Christians in their daily walk.
Contact Information
John Pape
Mediatunes Inc
445 N Cuyamaca Street
El Cajon CA 92020
Phone 619-593-9483