Promises

Life can be hard.  At times, REALLY hard.

Cancer diagnoses.

Loss of loved ones.

Job loss.

Bankruptcy.

Foreclosure.

Suicide.

Depression.

Relationships ending.

Miscarriages.

Adoption struggles.

Loneliness.

The list can, and does, go on and on and on.

My heart is heavy for so many around me.  Though there are many things to celebrate and rejoice over in life, there is also an incredible about of pain and sorrow that is undeniable.  All of the things listed above, and even more, are situations and realities that people around me are currently journeying through.  There are many ways to word it but the reality is - life can be REALLY hard.

Last April I was introduced to Loft Sessions by Bethel Music.  That album has been in steady rotation for over a year and a half now, with no end in sight.  One song in particular is often on repeat, and that is "Come to Me".

Take a moment and read the lyrics...

I am the Lord your God,
I go before you now.
I stand beside you
I’m all around you
And though you feel I’m far away
I’m closer than your breath
I am with you
More than you know

I am the Lord your peace
No evil will conquer you
Steady now your heart and mind
Come into my rest
And oh, let your faith arise
And lift up your weary head
I am with you
Wherever you go

Come to me, I’m all you need
Come to me, I’m everything
Come to me, I’m all you need
Come to me, I’m your everything

I am your anchor, in the wind and the waves
And I am your steadfast, so don’t be afraid
Though your heart and flesh may fail you
I’m your faithful strength
And I am with you
Wherever you go
Don’t look to the right or to the left, keep your eyes on me
You will not be shaken, you will not be moved

I am the hand to hold, I am the truth, I am the way
Just come to me, come to me
Cause I’m all that you need

That is some Truth to cling to, right there.

When life gets hard, and the wind and the waves are too much, we have an anchor to cling to.
When the questions and doubts overwhelm our thoughts, we don't have to be afraid.
When we feel anything but peace, we have Peace to steady our heart and mind.

I don't know about you, but these are some promises to cling to.

For my friends who read this who are going through a rough season (remember, this too shall pass), I want you to know that I can't help but pray for you when this song plays through my speakers/headphones.