In Christ alone, my hope is found...

I love the song, "In Christ Alone." I realize that you guys are probably thinking, "Oh gosh, she's talking about another song she loves." Haha, well I guess that just shows how big a part of my life music is. This particular song is one that is so very close to my heart. I've known it for several years, and I have often delighted in its words and sweet melody at various times in my life. The most recent time that I've had the opportunity to share this beloved song with others was at the funeral service of my father-in-law, Gary McDaris. I poured over various ideas when I was preparing for the service, and I wanted to pick just the right song in order to reflect the life-message of such an amazing Christian man. So it was no surprise that this song kept coming to mind.

Now, as I approach what I feel is probably one of the most important days of my life, I find myself full of thoughts, worries, and hopes. The juxtaposition of all these contrasting emotions has me feeling rather overwhelmed at times, and it is in those times that I just have to cry out to my heavenly Father for wisdom. Today, the wisdom he provided was through the words of this song. I was sitting at my piano and had been playing a few songs by my favorite artist, Sara Groves, when I decided to switch gears and look up the chords for some new praise and worship material. So I pull out the laptop and start looking things up. Somehow I end up on YouTube, as usual, and I type in something about worship songs or something. This great video that is set to Keith and Kristine Getty's "In Christ Alone" popped up. Wow, did the Lord ever speak to me through it. Again, this amazing little song washed over my heart and brought tears to my eyes. I encourage you to watch it. Go here to access the video.

Time to eat dinner - more posts coming soon!