Today’s hymn was sent to me by a sweet sister from Ryan Bush’s podcast “Gospel Portions“, a podcast with “reminders of the gospel that was preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, that you may hold fast to the word preached to you.” I even more so enjoyed this acapalla cover by Cades Cove Baptist Church. Enjoy!

O tell me no more of this world’s vain store,
The time for such trifles with me now is o’er’
A country I’ve found where true joys abound,
To dwell I’m determined on that happy ground.

No mortal doth know what Christ will bestow,
What life strength and comfort! go after him, go!
Lo, onward I move, to see Christ above,
None guesses how wondrous my journey will prove.

Great spoils I shall win from death, hell and sin,
‘Midst outward afflictions shall feel Christ within;
And still, which is best, I in his dear breast,
As at the beginning, find pardon and rest.

When I am to die, “Receive me,” I’ll cry,
For Jesus hath loved me, I cannot tell why.
But this I do find, we two are so joined,
He’ll not live in glory and leave me behind;

This blessing is mine, through favor divine,
And O, my dear Jesus, the praise shall be thine
In heaven we’ll meet in harmony sweet,
And glory to Jesus! we’ll then be complete.

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Today’s song comes from my favourite group, Emu Music. Augustine is credited with writing that “he who sings, prays twice”, which I deeply resonate with – my favourite songs and hymns are those which are prayers to God, where you are not only declaring truth but speaking directly to God. How much more beautiful when more than one voice joins in the song of prayer! I think you’ll enjoy this one!

God of earth and heaven, maker of mankind
You spoke creation into life
Your word at the beginning, breaking through the dark
You wrote your law upon our hearts 

Refrain
Lead us in your truth, God, teach us of your grace
Change us by your Spirit to live for you
Fill us with your love, Lord, guide us in your ways
The words you speak are faithful and ever true, help us live for you 

Came to dwell among us, from the Father’s side
The glory of our saviour Christ
Author of salvation, full of truth and grace
You speak the words of lasting life [Refrain]

The grass will fade and wither, flowers wilt and fall
Your word endures forevermore
Your promises unchanging, your wisdom never fails
Calling us to stand by faith [Refrain]

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Hi friends! Thank you for your patience as I continue to adjust to life with 2 lovely girls 🙂 From August, Lord willing, I will be back to regular posting. In the meantime, I wanted to share this poem I found on Precept Austin, as I was studying Proverbs 4. I hope this poem will help you think about guarding your own eyes, ears, mind and heart this weekend, and setting your gaze on Christ and the things above; enjoy!

Oh, the eyes, the soul’s clear gate,
Through which desires infiltrate.
A fleeting glance, a subtle snare,
Can lead the heart to dark despair.

Guard your gaze, let virtue reign,
Turn from sights that lead to pain.
For what you see can plant a seed,
Of either joy or sinful greed.

If your eye should tempt your heart,
To stray from truth, to sin’s dark art,
Pluck it out, the Saviour pleads,
Lest it guide to hell’s dire deeds.

The cost of purity may seem steep,
To shield your soul, the watch must keep.
But better the sacrifice today,
Than lose eternity’s bright ray.

Fix your eyes on what is pure,
On heaven’s treasures that endure.
Let light, not darkness, fill your sight,
And lead you to the path of right.

For through the gate of guarded view,
Flows life that’s holy, just, and true.
So guard it well, this sacred door,
And find His peace forevermore.

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