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Monday, January 24, 2011

What can miserable Christians sing?

Carl Trueman once remarked that when he asked the above questions at conferences it often elicited laughter from the audience despite it being a serious question.


So, what do Christians who are hurting, who are experiencing the fire of trials, who find themselves in the Valley of Vision, sing? Here is a hauntingly beautiful song from the Getty/Townend duo (lyrics below).


Still, my soul be still
Words and Music by Keith & Kristyn Getty & Stuart Townend

Still my soul be still
And do not fear
Though winds of change may rage tomorrow
God is at your side
No longer dread
The fires of unexpected sorrow

God You are my God
And I will trust in You and not be shaken
Lord of peace renew
A steadfast spirit within me
To rest in You alone

Still my soul be still
Do not be moved
By lesser lights and fleeting shadows
Hold onto His ways
With shield of faith
Against temptations flaming arrows

Still my soul be still
Do not forsake
The Truth you learned in the beginning
Wait upon the Lord
And hope will rise As stars appear when day is dimming

Can I also suggest that the wonderful album 'Come Weary Saints' from Sovereign Grace ministries as another resource for churches to tap into.

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