Beneath the Cross of Jesus

 

Beneath the Cross of Jesus

As Christians we take the place under Christ’s cross. It is the center of salvation, comfort and Christian identity. It shows us God’s wondrous love and our own worthlessness. We live in God’s grace, and all glory goes to Him.

Lyrics by Elizabeth C. Clephane, arranged by Frederick C. Maker

“Beneath the cross of Jesus, I fain would take my stand, the shadow of a mighty Rock within a weary land; A home within the wilderness, a rest upon the way, from the burning of the noonday heat, and the burden of the day.

Upon that cross of Jesus mine eye at times can see the very dying form of One who suffered there for me; And from my smitten heart with tears two wonders I confess, the wonders of His glorious love, and my own worthlessness.

I take, O cross thy shadow for my abiding place; I ask no other sunshine than the sunshine of His face; Content to let the world go by, to know no gain nor loss, my sinful self my only shame, My glory all the cross.”

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Faith is the Victory!

 

Faith is the Victory!

Christians arise! Arm yourself with the Word of God. It is our shield and protector. God’s truth abounds and our faith increases. In every battle that was orchestrated in God’s word became a victory when the soldiers’ eyes were on the Lord. Our battles are won by God when our faith stands tall and shouts the words of God. Turn to Him and we’ll vanquish all the hosts of night, in Jesus’ conquering name.

Lyrics by John H. Yates, arranged by Ira D. Sankey

“Encamped along the hills of light, ye Christian soldiers, rise, and press the battle ere the night shall veil the glowing skies. Against the foe in vales below let all our strength be hurled; Faith is the victory, we know, that overcomes the world.

His banner over us is love, our sword the word of God; We tread the road the saints above with shouts of triumph trod, by faith, they like a whirlwind’s breath, swept on every field; The faith by which they conquered death. Is still our shining shield.

On every hand the foe we find drawn up in dread array; Let tents of ease be left behind, and onward to the fray. Salvation’s helmet on each head, with truth all girt about, the earth shall tremble beneath our tread, and echo with our shout.

To him that overcomes the foe, white raiment shall be given; Before the angels he shall know His name confessed in heaven. Then onward from the hills of light, our hearts with love-aflame; We’ll vanquish all the hosts of night, in Jesus’ conquering name.

Faith is the victory! Faith is the victory! Oh, glorious victory that overcomes the world.

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Faith of Our Fathers

 

Faith of Our Fathers

Many of our forefathers had a faith in God that we can emulate. Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son for God. Daniel was thrown into the lion’s den because of his faith. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were thrown into a fiery furnace because of their faith. The Bible is filled with many people, men and women alike that put God first in their life and kept their faith until their death. Praise God for His word and the many examples it has laid out for us.

Lyrics by Frederick W. Faber, arranged by Henri F. Hemy

“Faith of our fathers! Living still in spite of dungeon, fire and sword; O how our hearts beat high with joy whenever we hear that glorious word! Faith of our Fathers! Holy faith! We will be true to thee till death!

Our fathers, chained in prisons dark, were still in heart and conscience free; How sweet would be their children’s fate, if they, like them, could die for thee! Faith of our fathers! Holy faith! We will be true to thee till death!

Faith of our fathers, we will strive to win all nations unto thee! And through the truth that comes from God mankind shall then indeed be free; Faith of our fathers! Holy faith! We will be true to thee till death!

Faith of our fathers! We will love both friend and foe in all our strife, and preach thee, too, as love knows how, by kindly words and virtuous life; Faith of our Fathers! Holy faith! We will be true to thee till death!

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Sun of My Soul

 

Sun of My Soul

When we go to bed at night, we could be dead tired but then once in bed our mind starts to wander and our thoughts summarize what we did that day and what problems we encountered. If we allow it, our sleep might seem far away. But, if we turn our focus to God and all that He did for us that day and where He’ll be when we do sleep, we lose ourselves in heavenly thoughts and sleep is peaceful.

Lyrics by John Keble, arranged by Katholisches Gesangbuch

“Son of my soul! Thou Savior dear, it is not night if Thou be near; O may no earth-born cloud arises, to hide Thee from my servant’s eyes.

When the soft dews of kindly sleep my weary eyelids gently steep, be my last thought, how sweet to rest forever on my Savior’s breast.

Abide with me from morn till eve, for without Thee I cannot live; Abide with me when night is nigh, for without Thee I dare not die.

Be near to bless us when we wake, ere through the world our way we take; till, in the ocean of Thy love, we lose ourselves in heaven above. Amen.”

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Now The Day Is Over

 

Now The Day Is Over

The God who made heaven and earth is our shadow by day and our protector by night. He gives the weary, rest and helps us sleep in peace. He grants our children blessed thoughts of Him and sends His angels to keep vigilance over us at night. In the morning His mercies are new forevermore.

Lyrics by Sabine Baring-Gould, arranged by Joseph Barnby

“Now the day is over, night is drawing night. Shadows of the evening steal across the sky.

Jesus, give the weary calm and sweet repose; With Thy tenderest blessing may our eyelids close.

Grant to little children visions bright of Thee; Guard the sailors tossing on the deep blue sea.

Through the long night watches, may Thine angels spread their wings above me, watching around my bed.

When the morning wakens, then may I arise pure and fresh and sinless in Thy holy eyes.  Amen”

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As Creatures of Our God and King

 

As Creatures of Our God and King

Psalm 69:34 “Let heaven and earth praise Him, The seas and everything in them.” Psalm 47:7 “For God is the King of all the earth, sing praises with understanding.” Let us consider all that God, our King has created. The Sun, the moon, the wind, the clouds, the fire and mankind with tender hearts who love and praise their creator. All you who are troubled and weary, remember your creator and thank Him with humbleness of heart.

Lyrics by William H. Draper, arranged by Ralph V. Williams

“All creatures of our God and King, lift up your voice and with us sing, Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou burning sun with golden beam, Thou silver moon with softer gleam!

O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thou rushing wind that art so strong, Ye clouds that sail in heaven along, O praise Him, Alleluia! Thou rising moon, in praise rejoice, Ye lights of evening, find a voice!

Thou flowing water, pure and clear, make music for thy Lord to hear, O praise Him! Alleluia! Thou fire so masterful and bright, that gives man both warmth and light.

And all ye men of tender heart, forgiving others, take your part, O praise Him! Alleluia! Ye who long pain and sorrow bear, praise God and on Him cast your care!

Let all things their Creator bless, and worship Him in humbleness, O praise Him! Alleluia! Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son, and praise the Spirit, three in One!

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Day is Dying in the West

 

Day is Dying in the West

The day is spent and night is coming. The stars come out and Heaven is watching. Don’t forget your prayers. Let go of all your cares. God can handle all of it. God’s love envelops us while we sleep. God never sleeps but is there with us and granting us grace and mercy every night. They are new every morning.

Lyrics by Mary A. Lathbury, arranged by William F. Sherwin

“Day is dying in the west; Heaven is touching earth with rest; Wait and worship while the night sets her evening lamps alight through all the sky.

Lord of life, beneath the dome of the universe, Thy home, gather us, who seek Thy face, to the fold of Thy embrace, for Thou are nigh.

While the deepening shadows fall, heart of love, enfolding all, through the glory and the grace of the stars that veil Thy face, our hearts ascend.

When forever from our sight pass the stars, the day, the night, Lord of angels, on our eyes let eternal morning rise, and shadows end!

Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of hosts! Heaven and earth are full of Thee! Heaven and earth are praising Thee, o Lord most high! Amen.”

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