Into darknessComes a lightInto silenceA baby’s cryThe birth of freedomThe death of fearIn a mangerChrist is here Let there be peace on earthLet there be peace on earthLong awaited loveHeaven’s come for usLet there be peace on earth All divisionMay it ceaseEvery worryMay it fleeA weary heart findsA thrill of hopeThe world rejoicesWe’re not alone […]
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2020 Edition Songs for the Savior: Peace
Peace Today No one saw 2020 coming. All of us face inconvenience. After all, God says that “in this world you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33b) But never have seen a world where everyone seems to be combusting. I am guessing that it was like this during […]
Continue readingThe Theme of My Song: Behold the Lamb of God
Behold the Lamb of God focuses on how Old Testament Scriptures point to Jesus. Songs also tell about Jesus’ birth, His life along with His death and Resurrection. But the last song is the reminder that we wait for God to carry believers home someday. Because the end is only the beginning. Glory to JesusAncient […]
Continue readingLabor of Love: Behold the Lamb of God
Love is wrapped all throughout Christmas. But the path was not easy. Sometimes we dismiss the pain that was involved for Mary to bring the Savior into the world. The situation was messy and uncomfortable. Imperfect, just as those He came to save. It was not a silent night There was blood on the ground […]
Continue reading“Matthew’s Begats & “It Came to Pass”: Behold the Lamb of God
The Bible is a book of prophecy. Many predictions from the Old Testament come true in the New. Others will come true sometime in the future. Andrew Peterson talks about these prophecies in two songs. Prophecy: Matthew’s Begats Anyone who starts to read the Bible from the beginning of the New Testament might be surprised […]
Continue reading2017 Song Two (Seven Songs for My Savior): Just a Girl
Every year, I have fun picking out one new Christmas album. This year my choice was Brandon Heath’s “Christmas is Here.” Featuring a fun mix of both traditional and new songs, this is one worth owning. His song, “Just a Girl” definitely presents a unique perspective. I am certain that Mary, the mother of Jesus, […]
Continue readingSeven Songs for My Savior: Song Six: “No Eye Had Seen” by Michael W. Smith & Amy Grant
Michael W. Smith’s “Christmas” might have been one of the very first cd’s that I owned. Since then he has created several albums, but I think his first one will always be one of my very favorites. I think because the album seems to flow together naturally from one song to the next. Song number […]
Continue readingSeven Songs for my Savior: Song Five: “Nations that Long in Darkness Walked” by Jill Phillips & Andy Gullahorn
Hymns of faith are gradually being lost in perpetuity. (Sorry for the big word. When else can I use that? 🙂 ) Anyway, I do like worship songs. But there is something to be said about the classic songs faith. That is why I always appreciate when artists bring new life to the old songs. […]
Continue readingSeven Songs for my Savior: Song Three: “Leaving Heaven” by Matthew West
With all of the craziness that seems to continue to happen in this world, there can be no doubt that we are all in need of a Savior. But we certainly do not deserve one, as we continue to make mess after mess. I am so grateful that God did leave the perfect place to […]
Continue readingSeven Songs for My Savior: Song Two: “Child of Love” by Sara Groves
Last night, our two little nieces and nephews came over to “play.” Adding four kids three and under to an already active household certainly made for a lively evening. Thankfully my husband was home as well as our kids. All of us kept pretty busy with two toddlers, a brand new walker who is into everything […]
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