18“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. Isaiah 1:18 Snow brings out our sense of wonder. We celebrate children seeing their first snow. We wish for it at… Continue reading Snow Day Song
Category: Music
New Year’s Hope
Hope v. : (transitive) 1. To desire with expectation of obtainment or fulfillment. 2. To expect with confidence. (intransitive) 1. To cherish a desire with anticipation: to want something to happen or be true. 2. archaic: TRUST Hope n. : 1. archaic: TRUST, RELIANCE. 2. a. desire accompanied by expectation of or belief in fulfillment;… Continue reading New Year’s Hope
Saturday Song: Christmas Medley
Come Thou long-expected Jesus, born to set thy people free... Just as we long for Jesus' second coming, others longed for his first. The story and songs of Christmas are reminders that he faithfully kept his promises in the past, so he will be faithful to kept his promises for the future. Songs (with links… Continue reading Saturday Song: Christmas Medley
Saturday Song: Now I Belong to Jesus
After reading this post from Desiring God, I felt inspired to play some old hymns that I haven't sung or played for quite a while. I couldn't help but smile fondly at the hymnal when I pulled it from my piano bag. I remember reading some of my first words out of a hymnal like… Continue reading Saturday Song: Now I Belong to Jesus
Swirling Clouds and Songs
8 There is none like you among the gods, O Lord, nor are there any works like yours. 9 All the nations you have made shall come and worship before you, O Lord, and shall glorify your name. 10 For you are great and do wondrous things; you alone are God. 11 Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. 12 I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever. 13 For great is your steadfast love toward me; you have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol. Psalm 86 Remembering 2-5-08 and God's amazing mercy.
Saturday Song: Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground)
Longing. Hoping. Fulfillment. "What fear we felt in the silent years. Four hundred years... Can he be found? But broken by a baby's cry, Rejoice in the hallowed manger ground! Emmanuel. Emanuel. God Incarnate here to dwell! Emmanuel, Emmanuel. Praise his name- Emmanuel! The Son of God here born to bleed. A crown of thorns… Continue reading Saturday Song: Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground)
Saturday Song: Glorious Impossible
"How will this be," she asked. "Who then can be saved?" Impossible...That's what we would say. Impossible that a virgin should give birth to a son. Impossible that God would take on human flesh and come to walk on the earth He created. Impossible for the dead to live again. "With man it is impossible,… Continue reading Saturday Song: Glorious Impossible
Saturday Song: My Story
Caught this song for the first time as I was driving home. Wonderful words -- the story of every believer in Christ. Listen to the song here If I told you my story You would hear Hope that wouldn't let go And if I told you my story You would hear Love that never gave… Continue reading Saturday Song: My Story
Saturday Song: In Your Arms
This song came on the radio as I was working on a weekend project. With the busy-ness of this semester, it was a good reminder to rest in the peace of God and his great love. Click Here for music "In Your Arms" Meredith Andrews with Jason Anderson I'm turning the world off Embracing the… Continue reading Saturday Song: In Your Arms
Saturday Song: the musician’s mission
Tonight I read this excellent blog post from Desiring God: Preaching Jesus With Our Songs Here are a few of my favorite thought-provoking quotes: If Ivan Illich’s words are true, “We live in a world that does not carry within itself the reason for its own existence,” then music must play a significant role in… Continue reading Saturday Song: the musician’s mission
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