His Grace

Today while driving to a friend's I was contemplating the peace and joy I have despite the pain and stiffness that have been my companion since the wind came in the second of March. I was thinking about the blessings God has given me through this trial including all of the songs and hymns that are constantly coming to my mind. I began to hum a hymn: "Abide With Me; Tis Evening Tide". The chorus touched me: "O Savior stay this night with me; Behold tis eventide."
Paul's words in Corinthians also came to mind: 2 Corinthians 12:8-9, "For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."
I, like Paul, know that this trial is not going to be taken away from me but Christ's grace is sufficient for me and as I continue to praise Him, His power will rest upon me.

His Grace

I may be in alot of pain
And have trials like rain,
But Jesus is my King;
His praises I will sing.

The trials may rage,
And battles may engage,
But in Chirst will I rest.
In Him I am blessed.

Because of His great love
That shines from above,
I will reflect this light
To all caught in the night.

Because of His grace to me
His servant I will daily be.
As I feel my Savior's power,
I will serve hour by hour.

25 Mar 2008 Suzanne Halliday