Day 12 - June 27 - Worship
I began writing an update about Connor's tracheotomy, but this is much more interesting. Quickly, Connor is so big they had to go back and put in a bigger trach tube, because the first one was too small. He's resting peacefully, sleeping off the sedatives. In his moments of lucidity, he seems pleased to be more comfortable without the tubes. Continue to pray that God would protect his lungs - they have a lot of stuff in them, including what they think is lake water, that they are trying to get out in order to help him breathe better.God is ministering here in the waiting room as I type. These words were lifted up by Cherié and her guitar-wielding-warrior friend Jeanine just now -
Blessed be Your name
In the land that is plentiful
Where the streams of abundance flow
Blessed be Your name
Where the streams of abundance flow
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be Your name
When I'm found in the desert place
Though I walk through the wilderness
Blessed be Your name
When I'm found in the desert place
Though I walk through the wilderness
Blessed be Your name
Every blessing You pour out,
I turn back to praise
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say...
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say...
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your glorious name
Blessed be Your name
When the sun's shining down on me
When the world's all as it should be
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be Your name
On the road marked with suffering
Though there's pain in the offering
Blessed be Your name
Though there's pain in the offering
Blessed be Your name
Every blessing You pour out,
I turn back to praise
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say...
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say...
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your glorious name
You give and take away
You give and take away
My heart will choose to say
Lord, Blessed be Your name
My heart will choose to say
Lord, Blessed be Your name
And all of the people in this room are singing, holding up their hands, worshipping the King. It's almost too much to bear, listening to the praise of the saints - saints who are in the midst of suffering, uncertainty, wrestling with despair, the possible loss of loved ones, and yet they - no, "we" - are weeping and shouting out as we sing "You give and take away, my heart will choose to say 'Lord, blessed be Your name' ".
You guys are missing it - now we're singing "How great is our God". I've gotta go...
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posted by Eric Williamson @ 3:28 PM
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We're not missing it, we're singing it with you, also weeping.
Much love and prayers sent your way.
All who are the children of God have perfect unity because the Holy Spirit binds us together. And the cool thing is that no matter our physical location, God hears the songs of praise lifted up to Him in one accord from the hearts and lips of His saints.
Singing these songs with you in Spirit.
Jenann
Eric: This is a cousin in Houston, Texas. We are singing and praying right along with you for Connor's full recovery. My first cousin is your Dad. I am keeping up with Connor's progress each day.
Love and prayers.....Ruth Dalbergo
Your heartfelt commentary has yet again brought me to tears.
MT
This was the first song that your family at West Hills sang last Lord's Day morning. I'm sure I wasn't the only one thinking of and praying for you as we sang.
Boy, my two favorite women singing together and I wasn't there to enjoy! I am sure that that waiting room was blessed to hear Cherie and Jeannie's beautiful harmony. I will sing on my own (we now that only God loves my voice!) Continuing to lift you all up to our Savior, knowing that He hears and has a plan for Connor and each one of you. Thank you for continuing your honesty and letting us all share in the your journey.
Ginny :)
Rock on ladies!!!!
I've been listening to songs on my Ipod on the way home from work, anxious to get home and look at the update on Connor for today, to give me a prayer focus for tonight.
I see everyone's singing right now.
This song came on my Ipod.... I sang along, and it really spoke to me today about Connor and his family.
The Mountain of God -- by Third Day
I thought that I was all alone,
broken and afraid
But You were there with me
Yes, You were there with me
And I didn't even know
that I had lost my way
But You were there with me
Yes, You were there with me
Until you opened up my eyes
I never knew
That I couldn't ever make it without You
Even though the journey's long
and I know the road is hard
With the one who's gone before me
You will help me carry on.
And after all that I've been through
now I realize the truth
that I must go through the valley
to stand upon the mountain of God.
As I travel on the road
that You have led me down
You are here with me
Yes, you are here with me
And I have need for nothing more
Oh, now that I have found
You are here with me
Yes, you are here with me
I confess from time to time
I lose my way
but You are always there
to bring me back again
Even though the journey's long
and I know the road is hard
With the one who's gone before me
You will help me carry on.
And after all I've been through
now I realize the truth
that I must go through the valley
to stand upon the mountain of God.
Sometimes I think of what it is I've come from
and the things I've left behind
But of all I had and that I possess nothing can quite compare
with what's in front of me...
Even though the journey's long
and I know the road is hard
With the one who's gone before me
You will help me carry on.
And after all I've been through
now I realize the truth
that I must go through the valley
to stand upon the mountain of God.
I thought that I was all alone,
Broken and afraid,
But you are here with me,
Yes, you are here with me.
I just heard this song on KLOVE and said a prayer for you all. I hope it blesses you. I especially like what the chorus says.
Kathy Silva
Morgan Hill
Bebo Norman - I Will Lift My Eyes
From the album Between the Dreaming and the Coming True
God, my God, I cry out
Your beloved needs you now
God be near, calm my fear
And take my doubt
Your kindness is what pulls me up
Your love is all that draws me in
Chorus:
I will lift my eyes to the Maker
Of the mountains I can’t climb
I will lift my eyes to the Calmer
Of the oceans raging wild
I will lift my eyes to the Healer
Of the hurt I hold inside
I will lift my eyes, lift my eyes to You
God, my God, let Mercy sing
Her melody over me
God, right here all I bring
Is all of me
Your kindness is what pulls me up
Your love is all that draws me in
Chorus:
‘Cause You are and You were and You will be forever
The Lover I need to save me
‘Cause You fashioned the earth and You hold it together, God
So hold me now
We wish we were there for the singing as well! Especially for Blessed Be Your Name, which is simply an incredible song... May it always describe our attitude.
Here's another one which always pierces my heart:
Stewart Townend - How Deep the Father's Love for Us
How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
And make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss,
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the chosen One,
Bring many sons to glory
Behold the Man upon the cross,
My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held Him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished
I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection
Why should I gain from His reward?
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom
Lee,
You have my Amen on that song. It too is one of my favorites. I can never make it through the song without having to pull my hanky out.
Williamsons,
We are praying that Conner's lungs will clear out, and that his normal breathing will be restored soon. Praise God for the progress he has made to this point.
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