Drawing Near
This week I had a terrific Tuesday and then all of the other days of the week were good and productive as well and I never seemed to make it on to blog! Bobby and I spent a good amount of time this week finishing things in the baby’s room. The big challenge was sorting and organizing every item and all of the gifts we’ve received and now everything is in its proper place. This weekend we had a high school worship night. I found this time to be very encouraging. Students gather to play instruments and lift their voices to the Lord in praise.
One of the songs we sang was written by Bobby and Ty especially for that evening. It is called “Drawing Near.” The lyrics are a beautiful prayer of both praise and yearning. The verses really speak of who God is and what He has done–worthy of adoration. The chorus and bridge express a longing to know Him and be near to Him. As we practiced this song it became my prayer to the Lord. I feel that I have seen a glimpse of His greatness in my salvation and the mercy that is renewed to me each morning. But I know that I have so much more to learn of Him. I am not satisfied with a mediocre acceptance of who He is or what He has done…I long to know Him, to see Him.
Knowing You are holy
I want to be closer still
January 30th, 2006
sis- it is so encouraging to read of your terrific times, and I am excited for you that more are to come. And thanks for sharing your thoughts from worship night-I need to visit Godsongmusic.com more often cause I missed out on that song! Thanks for building us up through your blog. I miss you.
January 31st, 2006
Hi Christa! - or as they say in England, mum-to-be… Thanks for posting those lyrics. It must have been great to sing this at church, with everyone saying, “So show me all Your glory.” That’s something I find myself yearning for as a Christian. Also, I enjoy reading your posts and staying in touch with a tale of you two via this blog. Have a great week.
January 31st, 2006
Monica- Thanks so much for your comment! I should have mentioned that that song has not been recorded yet. Bobby and Ty just finished it in time for the worship night, but keep checking I’m sure they will lay it down and put it up at the site eventually:)