Yesterday there was a hymn sing at my church. However, it was also my grandpa's Birthday party, so I wasn't able to attend the singing and fellowship. I was a bit bummed, because I love to sing hymns. There is such a warmth and community when singing together songs that you've known for years.
Today's Pilgrimage topic is: Because I Am. When I first read it, I was reminded of one of my VERY favorite hymns.
Just as I Am
Just as I am, without one plea,
but that thy blood was shed for me,
and that thou bidst me come to thee,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, and waiting not
to rid my soul of one dark blot,
to thee whose blood can cleanse each spot,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, though tossed about
with many a conflict, many a doubt,
fightings and fears within, without,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind;
sight, riches, healing of the mind,
yea, all I need in thee to find,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, thou wilt receive,
wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
because thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Just as I am, thy love unknown
hath broken every barrier down;
now, to be thine, yea thine alone,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
There seems to be such an honest albeit quiet acclimation in this hymn. I also love a more contemporary version based on the same concept.
Here I am Lord
Today's devotion suggests thinking about times when I have experienced child-like wonder. I suppose I experience it every day, through my girls. There is always something new for them to explore - and because of them I continue to strive to be closer to God.
Today's Scripture
Pslams 9:1-2
I'm thanking you, God, from a full heart,
I'm writing the book on your wonders.
I'm whistling, laughing, and jumping for joy;
I'm singing your song, High God.
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