"I very much believe in trying to bridge the gap between faiths and find ways to learn and inspire each other, teach each other and pray together while respecting our differences. There is much healing that can be done between Christians and Jews and I am blessed to see that happen quite often here in Jerusalem. " ~ Yerachmiel
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As far as the “Rise To The Top” song is concerned, it refers back to the time and back drop for when the Hasmonean/Macabee miracles took place.  After the split of the Greek empire the Seleucids eventually took control of Israel and made religious life quite difficult enacting strict rules against Jewish worship. At around 167 BC the Hasmoneans revolted and started a guerrilla war against the powerful rulers. Ultimately the temple was freed and cleansed and worship was renewed, with the light of the menorah and the famous miracle of a small jug of oil lasting 8 days, now celebrated in the holiday we call Chanukah.

Gems Of Grace is one of those groups that reminds us of where Traditional and Classical styles of worship dwell within the Church. They use passionate vocals and rich poetic lyrics to craft a style that lives somewhere between the modern pop songs, and the proud recitals from the childhoods of classically trained musicians and vocalists.
The goal and drive of our songwriting music ministry is Hope! We love the Lord and that love implants a constant desire to share hope in any form fashion or style that the Lord has designed for us. Hope is present in every song through the form of music notes.  We want to shine Gods prism colors of Faith Hope and Love.  A gem without the Light is just a dull stone.
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"This song is about God being an Oasis while we are in the middle of waiting for answer. He is the peace and rest you need while struggle thru until the answers come" ~ Gems of Grace

They say that if you love something, let it go. If it returns to you, then it was meant to be. While this sound like one of the flowery threads that weave through our lives, it's really just a saying. The reality is that God controls all things, but he would rather work alongside us, as we follow his will for our lives. 
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"This song is very personal to me. The lyrics are/were my prayers. I hope you will be encouraged to give whatever needs to be given up to the Lord, to him! He is more than capable." ~ Dia

This often means releasing our hopes, dreams, fears, and worries to him, knowing he is the source of all good things. We often think that we are giving up the things that matter most, when we are really allowing God to prepare us for the things he has in store for us. In White Knuckles, Dia explores the real fears we struggle with in trading our own desire for control in our lives.

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