• Song: “Give You Peace” by Echoing Angels

    The phrase that caught my attention in this song was “I will give you peace”.  I cannot count the number of times in my life when it feels like I have more on my plate than I can handle.  Part of the reason I am overwhelmed is because I haven’t given my concerns over to the One who can give me peace.  There are days when I think I can manage life on my own but thankfully He gently gets my attention and draws me back to His side.  He hears my prayers and gives me peace!

    I see you lying their whispering prayers
    I hear you breathing out hollowed be thy name
    Holding out my hand catching every tear
    Oh my child I’ll never leave your side

    I will give you peace when the walls come crashing down
    I will give you peace through the night
    When you’ve had all you can take can’t face another day
    I’ll give you peace, I’ll give you peace

    For such a time as this I have you here
    Chosen for the lost to show I’m near
    Through your brokenness my glory shines
    And through your frailty my strength will rise

    You’re beautiful, you’re beautiful
    Perfect in my sight
    Righteousness adorns you my bride
    You’re beautiful, so beautiful

  • Song: “None But Jesus” by Hillsong

    Life has a way of getting cluttered…….and many times with great activities.  How many times this week have I spent “in the quiet” and “in the stillness” with God?  He has given so much for me, how can I refuse to spend time with Him.  I never regret the times when I make the choice to spend time in His word and prayer. May He restore my heart and direct my path this week.

    In the quiet
    In the stillness
    I know that You are God
    In the secret of Your presence
    I know there I am restored
    When You call i won’t refuse
    Each new day again I’ll choose

    There is no one else for me
    None but Jesus
    Crucified to set me free
    Now I live to bring Him praise

    In the chaos in confusion
    I know You’re sovereign still
    In the moment of my weakness
    You give me grace to do Your will
    When You call I won’t delay
    This my song through all my days

    All my delight is in You Lord
    All of my hope
    All of my strength
    All my delight is in You Lord
    Forever more

  • Song: “I Lift My Hands” by Chris Tomlin

    I am thankful that there is a healer whose love and mercy is unfailing.  No matter what trials you face this week I hope you are encouraged by the one who can give you the strength you need every day.  May my eyes be open, my faith be strong, and my prayers be lifted up to the one whose love is deeper than the sea.

    Be still, there is a healer
    His love is deeper than the sea
    His mercy, it is unfailing
    His arms are fortress for the weak

    Let faith arise
    Let faith arise

    I lift my hands to believe again
    You are my refuge, You are my strength
    As I pour out my heart
    These things, I remember
    You are faithful, God, forever

    Be still, there is a river
    That flows from Calvary’s tree
    A fountain for the thirsty
    Pure grace that washes over me

    Let faith arise, let faith arise
    Open my eyes, open my eyes

  • Song: “How He Loves Us” by David Crowder

    Isn’t it great to know that we are loved by our heavenly Father!  I am thankful for His never ending love, grace, and redemptive work in my life.  It seems like I mess up more often than necessary yet He extends mercy to me every day.

    He is jealous for me,
    Loves like a hurricane, I am a tree,
    Bending beneath the weight of his wind and mercy.
    When all of a sudden,
    I am unaware of these afflictions eclipsed by glory,
    And I realize just how beautiful You are,
    And how great Your affections are for me.

    And oh, how He loves us oh,
    Oh how He loves us,
    How He loves us all

    And we are His portion and He is our prize,
    Drawn to redemption by the grace in His eyes,
    If His grace is an ocean, we’re all sinking.
    And Heaven meets earth like an unforeseen kiss,
    And my heart turns violently inside of my chest,
    I don’t have time to maintain these regrets,
    When I think about, the way…

    Oh, how He loves us oh,
    Oh how He loves us,
    How He loves us all
    How He loves

  • Song: “Give Me Jesus” by Jeremy Camp

    We need help every hour of everyday.  This song is a great reminder of who we need to turn to “when I rise” or “when I am alone”.

    In the morning, when I rise
    In the morning, when I rise
    In the morning, when I rise

    Give me Jesus.
    Give me Jesus,
    Give me Jesus.
    You can have all this world,
    Just give me Jesus.

    When I am alone,
    When I am alone,
    When I am alone,
    Give me Jesus

  • Song: “By Your Side” by Tenth Avenue North

    When days get busy and life picks up pace we tend to fill our lives with activities and things that will make feel better or complete us.  This song is a great reminder of where my focus should be.   Here is a glimpse at the song:

    Why are you striving these days
    Why are you trying to earn grace
    Why are you crying
    Let me lift up your face
    Just don’t turn away

    And I’ll be by your side
    Wherever you fall
    In the dead of night
    Whenever you call
    And please don’t fight
    These hands that are holding you
    My hands are holding you

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  • Song: “Unfailing Love” by Chris Tomlin

    The best part about the love of God is that it remains forever.  You cannot “earn” it because He freely gives it to you!  Thankful for a God who loves me despite all the times I stumble.  What a great example it is of how we should love our family, friends, and those around us as well.

  • Song: “Who Am I?” by Casting Crowns

    I like this song, it reminds me that my life has meaning and purpose.  What really matters is who I am in Christ.  Life goes by quickly.    Am I using every day to the best of my ability?  Am I bringing honor to Him?  When I take a moment to think about the many blessings I have in my life and allow God to use me it opens doors to make a positive impact on the lives of others as well.  He can use me, scars and all.  I am thankful for a Savior who excepts me for who I am.

  • Song: “Through It All” by Hillsong

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33aGaYAZvL4&feature=related

    I am thankful that He never lets me go “through it all”.    We all have seasons of happiness and challenges throughout our lives.  Isn’t it wonderful knowing we don’t have to go through them alone.

    You are forever in my life
    You see me through the seasons
    Cover me with Your hand
    And lead me in Your righteousness

    And I look to You
    And I wait on You