I have to say what a blessing it had been to me to read each of the posts linked to Think on These Things each week. When I decided to begin this weekly meme, I thought that even if no one ever participated, I would share something that the Lord laid on my heart that week. Kind of like between Him and me.
I didn’t expect the sweet blessings I would have visiting each of you that share here.
It is really special and I thank you!
This past Easter Sunday at church as we celebrated the resurrection of Jesus, we sang the song by Chris Tomlin titled, I Will Rise. When we finished singing, I whispered to John,
‘This is it. This is what God wants me to think on this week’.
Because Jesus overcame death and provided the way to forgiveness, I too, will one day rise to be where He is and to the place He has gone ahead to prepare for me.
The words that really filled my heart were to imagine that one day, He will call my name. My name. I will hear Him call my name and I will rise to Him.
wow!
I Will Rise
There’s a peace I’ve come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There’s an anchor for my soul
I can say “It is well”
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead
[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
There’s a day that’s drawing near
When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead
[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
“Worthy is the Lamb”
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
“Worthy is the Lamb”
[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
~✿~
Has God impressed on your heart something special this week?
Was there a Scripture verse, a song, a quote, a poem or an encouraging word that came your way and caused you to pause.
I’d love for you to share.
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Great minds think alike! I also featured this on my blog on Easter Sunday. Wonderful song! Wonderful message!
Hello Lorraine,
I was not aware of your blog until I saw a post from one of my favorite bloggers. I love to share Scripture or anything that God lays upon my heart…I call my posts Thoughts to Ponder.
I think this is a lovely thing to do and what a sweet way to encourage one another in and through Christ! I don't have anything to post today but I do plan to spend some time reading your past posts and be encouraged.
Blessings~
Velma
This is one of my favorites, wonderful promises to hold on to.
Oh how I love to worship to Chris Tomlin songs!!! Thanks for this inspiring post! I'm glad you stopped by, I follow you, too!!! I linked up to your blog party! Thanks for hosting!
XO, Aimee
I love this song! Great post!
Such a wonderful promise. Thanks for sharing this post.
This is beautiful, Lorraine. The passage about the eagles' wings has always been a meaningful one for me.
This song brings tears to my eyes! So beautiful and true which is truly amazing to me.
Blessings and love,
Debbie
I love the words of this song. What a wonderful thing to think on and comfort to know we will be with Him (and our loved ones who are in His presence)!
~Adrienne~
Lorraine, an encouraging word this morning. Thanks for sharing and thanks for hosting. I realized my post would fit with this, but since I'm away and on my iPad I am having trouble adding your link on my post. Will keep trying!
A M E N and thanks for sharing the meaningful lyrics to this song. I too have focused on what our Savior Jesus Christ has done for us this past week. I can't imagine life without faith in Him.
Good morning! I loved this post and the lyrics to that song. I have heard it a couple of times, and it really blesses me. Have a wonderful day!
Oh what beautiful, moving lyrics…what a glorious thought! (I think I'll head over to youtube or grooveshark and find a recording of this song…)
Thanks so much for sharing this.
(Thank you for stopping in at my blog this week, and for leaving such kind words!)
I love this song…and it does give such peace. This is my first time linking up!
I love that song! Such a great post!
beautiful lyrics to the song and a beautiful image as well
beautiful lyrics to the song and a beautiful image as well
I'm so glad you started this link party, it's a blessing to me – for one thing it makes me think back over the week and really focus on what God is doing in my life. For another, I am blessed by what others share, including your post today – love that song, points us right to the Lord. Hugs ~ Mary
Hi Lorraine, What a beautiful post. I was not familiar with the lyrics of this song you posted today but they very much go along with what God put in my heart this week to share. Thank you for hosting and blessings to you and your family.
It is wonderful you are doing this, Loraine. I am always blessed when I come here to visit you. Happy weekend- xo Diana