I love to memorize the lyrics to great Christian songs because sometimes, it can be a wonderful way to share the message of salvation with others. I enjoy driving in my car, and singing along with the lyrics. The song and meaning of the message stays on my mind for the rest of the day. It is a sweet way to worship!
When I think of Jesus' question, "Who do you say that I am?"** ... the following portion of this song reminds me of why he asks us that question. How one answers it will determine where we each will ultimately exist eternally. Each person's eternal destiny rests in accepting or rejecting Christ.
Look at these hands at my side
They swallowed the grave on that night
When I drank the world's sin
So I could carry you in
And give you life
I want to give you life...
Love and God bless,
~ Christine
Lyrics:
"By Your Side"
Why are you striving these days
Why are you trying to earn grace
Why are you crying
Let me lift up your face
Just don't turn away
Why are you looking for love
Why are you still searching
As if I'm not enough
To where will you go child
Tell me where will you run
To where will you run
'Cause I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Look at these hands at my side
They swallowed the grave on that night
When I drank the world's sin
So I could carry you in
And give you life
I want to give you life
And I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
'Cause I, I love you
I want you to know
That I, yeah I'll love you
I'll never let you go, no, no
And I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side, my hands are holding you
Ohhh...
Why are you trying to earn grace
Why are you crying
Let me lift up your face
Just don't turn away
Why are you looking for love
Why are you still searching
As if I'm not enough
To where will you go child
Tell me where will you run
To where will you run
'Cause I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Look at these hands at my side
They swallowed the grave on that night
When I drank the world's sin
So I could carry you in
And give you life
I want to give you life
And I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
'Cause I, I love you
I want you to know
That I, yeah I'll love you
I'll never let you go, no, no
And I'll be by your side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side wherever you fall
In the dead of night whenever you call
And please don't fight these hands that are holding you
My hands are holding you
Here at my side, my hands are holding you
Ohhh...
**
Mat 16:15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?”
Mar 8:29 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter answered and said to Him, “You are the Christ.”
Luk 9:20 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter answered and said, “The Christ of God.”
Dear reader...what is your answer?
What a great post Christine! I hope you and your family are having a great Sunday afternoon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Steve! We are having a relaxing day. Heard a great sermon message this morning and it prepares me in continuing to fight the good fight.
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