Raymond Gregory:

Missing You Video - Honor your loved one

Posted on August 19, 2011 with 14 comments

"Missing You." I wrote the lyrics through the experience of loosing my brother Michael to HIV, conversations with my wife about her Mom's early departure to heaven, and messages from my Pastor (Greg Laurie), who's son Christopher is also with the Lord. This song, though, is not meant for the memorial of ones gone before us, but rather a personal lament of the moments in life that remind us of the hole that's left in our lives without them. It's a song for the moments our hearts ache 2, 5, and 10 years later every time their birthday rolls around, or we hear their favorite song on the radio. Sometimes you might feel like you are the only one in the world that feels this way. "Missing You" is a song for those moments. It's to let you know you are not the only one to feel this way, and most importantly, that there will one day be an end to these moments when we are reunited in Heaven.

Is this you? Do you have person that has this effect on your life? If so, I want to honor them in the my video, and give you a place to go to remember them in the moments mentioned above. We are are recording a music video for the song next Friday (8/27/11), and I want to include photos of your loved one to use throughout the video. It will be a great way to honor them, and be reminded that we are not alone in this. So here's is all I need-

1. Send a photo and Name to MissingYou@RaymondGregory.com
2. Please do so by this Wed (8/25/11)
3. If you want to include a story about the person, please do so! I'd love to read them and post them here on the website.

"There are some things that time cannot mend. My broken heart still feels new. I know I'll see you again, but until then... I'm Missing You."

Sharon Brown

August 25, 2011

My husband was Jim Brown. He passed away just over 4 years ago. When he first passed away it was so painful that I didn't think I could bear it. We were not walking with the Lord at that time, and that has always bothered me. We both knew the Lord, and he was alone when he passed away. When I realized that if he called out to Jesus before he died, I will see him in Heaven it made all the difference in my life here. And, the Lord used his passing to bring me back into the fold. Now I can believe that I will see him when I get to Heaven. What surprises me is that as each year I seem to miss him more! Birthdays are the worst. His as well as mine. Even his grandkids birthdays are tough without him.

Thank you for the opportunity to tell you about him.

SHaron Brown

August 24, 2011

My husband passed away just over 4 years ago. When he first passed away it was so painful that I didn't think I could bear it. We were not walking with the Lord at that time, and that has always bothered me. We both knew the Lord, and he was alone when he passed away. When I realized that if he called out to Jesus before he died, I will see him in Heaven it made all the difference in my life here. And, the Lord used his passing to bring me back into the fold. Now I can believe that I will see him when I get to Heaven. What surprises me is that as each year I seem to miss him more! Birthdays are the worst. His as well as mine. Even his grandkids birthdays are tough without him.

Donna Smallwood

August 24, 2011

you are an amazing young christian man, you bless so many and the wisdom you share with others is so awesome! We are thankful Raymond for all you bring through the talents the Lord has given you!

Jason McAughty

August 24, 2011

I had the honor of leading worship at a church in California for 2 years. While there, I became best friends with Jason Wasala. He was the coolest guy. But he was missing one thing. A relationship with Christ. Him and I became such good friends, that one day he came to me and told me he wanted what I have.. He said "you and your wife have the perfect marriage. I want to have that with my wife Brandy" I told him of course we didn't.. But we serve a PERFECT GOD that has taken a broken marriage and restored it. And the only way is to know Jesus Christ as your Savior. We talked for a few hours and before he left my house, He received Christ!! 6 months later a blood clot clogged his heart and he went home to be with Jesus. At his funeral, people were asking me what happened.. Jason's last 6 months on earth was spent being the father that his kids dreamed of and the husband that his wife needed. Jason is missed but not forgotten

peggie whitman

August 23, 2011

i would like to add a picture of my dad who died in 2002 and my mon who died in 2010

peggie whitman

August 23, 2011

I want to send a photo to missing you but it isn't working,can you help me please?

Catherine Talarico

August 23, 2011

I am sending you a picture of my son who was hearing imparied. Came along way he was in a trade school at the time of his death. He was driving and black ice was on the road lost control of the car and hit a pole. He died instantly. There were 3 other deaf boys in the car that are all well now. He was the only one killed .They were not drinking or had done any drugs they all had seat belts on they were gone over a friends house down the road so they wouldn't be in a dorm room thru a snow storm. He was a great and wonderful son. I miss him but know I know he is home with the Lord. Luv and Miss you Frankie.

Bing Taneco

August 23, 2011

My only sister, Dedette Taneco, died when she was 25 years old after her short & difficult battle with colon cancer -- that was 14 years ago. There isn't a time that passes that I wonder how it would be like to have her here with us. She died before our lives even began, fresh out of college and ready to tackle the world. She knew how to seize the moment and just laugh...Yes, I know she's in heaven...she was the sweeter of the two of us and I miss her dearly...although we fought like cats & dogs when we were younger, she was really my best friend...looking forward to seeing her again when my time on earth is completed...

Marchelle Meyer

August 21, 2011

Hi Raymond, I want to thank you for producing a beautiful song. What a way to honor our loved one who have past before our us. I miss my son everyday..... He was such a good son. My son Derick Ryan Semone died instantly when he slid off the road and hit boulders in the mountains from a motorcyle accident on July 29, 2006. He was 23 years young. Beautiful young man inside and out. There isn't a day that goes by without missing my son. I belong to a mother's group that support other parents who lost a child. I prepare and create montages for our annual candle light vigil and I am always looking for music that represents our loss. This song is perfect and I would love to play it at our candle light vigil that is in December of this year. Thank you so much for blessing us with hour music. God Bless you! Marchelle Meyer

Bonnie Pike

August 20, 2011

I lost my Mom in 2007 due to effects of Diabetes and Alzheimers. I miss her so much and find myself all the time wanting to call her to share something. She would love your music and I really am sad I can't share it with her. I'm glad she's no longer sad and in pain and with the Lord now.

Angela Kulpa

August 20, 2011

I miss my mom - gone now almost 13 years. I know she's in heaven, but I miss enjoying life with her. She brought a spark of fun to everything and she was our family's spiritual foundation. I'm praising God that I WILL see her again in heaven!

Mabi Castro

August 19, 2011

when i heard this song it brought tears to my eyes it says everything that i feel. I lost my father 14 years ago but it still feels like if it was only yesterday love and miss him very much but i know i will be reunited with him again love you daddy

Al Gonzalez

August 19, 2011

Mr. Ray, your work here to honor our Lord is wonderful. Your music trascends and pierces the heart. You hit them out of the park. Thank you, Peace.

Elizabeth Ordaz

August 19, 2011

Hi my name is Elizabeth Ordaz and I lost my mom to uterine cancer when I was 12 years old. I miss her so much more with everyday that passes by. When life gets hard and even when I'm just happy I wish she was here so that I could have someone to talk to. I feel empty without her here on earth. But I know she is in a much better place with no more pain. And I know one day I will reunite with her again in heaven, but until then I'm missing her like crazy and she is always on my mind.