Music has always been a powerful medium in my life. When I was younger I only listened for my own enjoyment leading to my own harm many times. Yet God has used music to change me and to even bend my stubborn will to his. As a prodigal 18 year old it was the Holy Spirit using the song What A Friend We Have in Jesus that caused me to weep over my sin and desire to turn back to God. Now, because of God's grace in my life, I listen to cross-centered, God-glorifying music to preach truth to myself. My favorite music to accomplish this is Sovereign Grace Music. The musical styles are very diverse but one thing I can count on is the lyrical content being full of theological truth. The men and women who write these songs are well taught and involved in their local churches. They have an accountability for the lyrics of their songs and are challenged if they are unclear or erroneous - before they get produced. Knowing that, and the commitment the leaders at Sovereign Grace Ministries have to maintain biblical truth in all their projects I can listen to these songs in confidence.
I have the privilege of attending a Sovereign Grace church so not only do I listen to these songs throughout the week but I get to sing them with other believers on Sundays. It is such a joy to worship God in spirit and truth, in song, with our local church body. This week I'll be highlighting some songs that God has used in my life and providing links to them so you can hear samples and even download them for 99 cents. In this age a 99 cent download for a good song is a worthwhile investment.
I want to highlight an album today. It was just released last week and it's called Come Weary Saints. My husband received a copy of it at the Together For the Gospel conference he attended last week and we've been listening to it all weekend long. Yesterday morning, as I was getting ready for church, I was listening to it in the bathroom and was filled with such joy in my heart and confidence in God's sovereign hand upon my life. The whole album is excellent so it's hard to highlight just one song. In particular the song "Every Day" was a good reminder to me that every thing that flows into our lives is ordained by God and that I should thank him for the trials and know that his grace is there. The album is intended to encourage Christians who are weary to put their trust and hope in a sovereign God. Here is the link to check it out for yourself: Sovereign Grace Music And here are the lyrics to that specific song:
Every Day
By Joel Sczebel and Todd Twining
As recorded on Come Weary Saints
Lyrics
In Your grace, You know where I walk
You know when I fall
You know all my ways
In Your love, I know You allow
What I cannot grasp
To bring You praise
Thank You for the trials
For the fire, for the pain
Thank You for the strength
Knowing You have ordained
Every day
Your great power is shown when I’m weak
You help me to see
Your love in this place
Perfect peace is filling my mind
And drawing my heart
To praise You again
In my uncertainty, Your Word is all I need
To know You’re with me every day (repeat)
© 2008 Sovereign Grace Worship (ASCAP)/Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI)
Tomorrow, I'll introduce you to another song that has helped me get my focus off myself and onto the Savior.
Comments
Apr. 21, 2008 - Evidence of Grace
Posted by activebabysitter
Mommy,
I love reading your blog because I now that I am always going to be feed true things. You are such a wonderful Mom and I love you sooooooo much! :)
LOve,
B :)
Apr. 22, 2008 - I agree!
Posted by baronsgirl
B is right - it is so nice to know that we can always be reminded of Truth when we read your blog. Your children are blessed to have you as mommy! What a gift from the Lord, your wisdom - it ministers to many of us. Evidence of grace!!!
Love you lots,
Jodie