Even though treatments are only about 7-8 minutes long, I keep my eyes closed and sing to myself...no shock there, if you know me well! The following song has been running through my mind. Specifically, Selah's version of it...they have a great, upbeat medley of this with 'Leaning on the Everlasting Arms' and 'Washed in the Blood', for those of you who know old hymns.
Standing on the promises
- Standing on the promises of Christ my King,
Through eternal ages let His praises ring,
Glory in the highest, I will shout and sing,
Standing on the promises of God.- Refrain:
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I’m standing on the promises of God.
- Refrain:
- Standing on the promises that cannot fail,
When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
By the living Word of God I shall prevail,
Standing on the promises of God. - Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
List’ning every moment to the Spirit’s call,
Resting in my Savior as my all in all,
Standing on the promises of God.
When driving there by myself, I sing this at the top of my lungs along with several others. I think through some of His promises to me...
- He will never leave me. (Hebrews 13:5)
- I cannot be separated from His love (Romans 8:35)
- I am welcome in His presence (Ephesians 3:12)
- I do not need to stay in darkness (John 12:46)
- He is a great source of comfort. (John 16:33, Matthew 11:28)
- I am His child (John 1:12, Isaiah 43:1)
- He is faithful and loves me (Isaiah 54:10)
- He provides guidance when I don't know where to go. (Isaiah 42:16)
That last one means a great deal -
Isaiah 42:16
I will lead the blind by ways they have not known, along unfamiliar paths I will guide them; I will turn the darkness into light before them and make the rough places smooth. These are the things I will do; I will not forsake them.
So many times I'm waiting, unsure of next steps...so thankful for His promises.
Thankful thoughts:
- Seeing Kristen's face light up when she finds something she likes...
- Agreeing with her!
- A successful shopping trip!
- An afternoon at home and unexpected naps
- A husband who is happy with leftovers or cereal for dinner
- Surprise lunches with him!
- Fitting several pieces into the puzzle in the waiting room - got 5 yesterday!
- First sip of coffee in the morning...never get tired of it!
- A sister who is so generous with her time and knowledge - caring for Dad (and Mom) through this stage of their lives. We are all helping...but her knowledge is invaluable, along with her compassion.
Have a wonderful day!
Andi
Dear Andi,
ReplyDeleteBy saying God is faithful you are acknowledging that He will remain with you in these difficult days you are facing.
My prayer for you is that you will stay strong and positive.
Thanks for confirming His generosity.
Aileen