Psalm 56:3-4
And when the strife is fierce, the warfare long,
steals on the ear the distant triumph song,
and hearts are brave again, and arms are strong.
Alleluia, Alleluia! (5th stanza, "For All the Saints"
steals on the ear the distant triumph song,
and hearts are brave again, and arms are strong.
Alleluia, Alleluia! (5th stanza, "For All the Saints"
Through circumstances, His Holy Word, and the words of this great song, God is saying to me today, "Keep your ear on the distant triumph song! Have a brave heart. Make your arms strong!" This quote has been in my sidebar for awhile, but I post it here today--a reminder for me and all who are experiencing fierce strife and/or long warfare...
When God places a burden upon you,
He places His arms underneath you.
~anonymous
Underneath ARE the everlasting arms! I shall NOT be afraid.
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Good Morning Rebecca,
ReplyDeleteI hope that everything is going alright with you. Jake was very surprised to get your card and wanted me to thank you for it. So thank you!
When God places a burden upon you,
He places His arms underneath you.
~anonymous
I am glad that you posted this quote today. It seems to be the right words for the past few weeks! I pray that all is well with you and your husband. Love Di
This quote always seems timely...it's never out of season. Thank you for the sweet reminder.
ReplyDeleteI'm wondering from your post if there is a burden you are dealing with. I'm so glad that His arms are ready to hold and uplift.
ReplyDeleteI trust you'll have a blessed day. Donna
I have been rejoicing in the fact that i feel my burdens have been securely placed in the Lords hands of late. It feels soooo goood. I will have to be careful i do not try to take them back.
ReplyDeleteHow did I need to hear this today, precious sister! Thanks for bringing God's strength and everlasting arms to my attention.
ReplyDeletepeace~elaine
How are you doing dear friend? From your post, I could sense that burdens or trials are visiting you and your family.
ReplyDeleteBut I agree with you dear one ~ what can flesh do to me? I put my trust on The Lord - The God of my salvation!
My prayers are with you and your husband - that Our Lord continue to have you close and to give peace in your day!
maria
Hope things are going well for you and your family Rebecca!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quote.
ReplyDeleteThere's a song that is sung in my church a lot, maybe you know it "Be Not Afraid".
I love this line from that song the most:
"Be not afraid, I go before you always
Come follow Me and I will give you rest."
Be not afraid, Rebecca, He goes before you always.
Love and Prayers,
Eileen
Bless you for this precious encouragement my friend, love you.
ReplyDeleteHello Rebecca!
ReplyDeleteI love the thought that God's arms are underneath me when I'm burdened. I've sure had a lot of burdens lately..it was very uplifting to me :)
Thanks for coming by and checking on me...you are a sweetie!
Love...Jerelene
I'm sure in our hearts we all know this but it was wonderful to be reminded in your post today my friend....hope all is well.....Hugs
ReplyDeleteFrom very sunny Arizona where I am a very sleepy commenter ( just about the only way for me to get online during vacation here) I thank you for posting such encouraging words. Like Eileen, I just love the Be Not Afraid song for it reminds us constantly that He is there in the barren desert (where I am now!!) or fire or any dire situation.
ReplyDeleteblessings and prayerful hugs,
marcy
"Fear" used to be my middle name. Thank God, He has not given us a spirt of fear; but of power, of love, and of sound/strong mind!
ReplyDeleteAs one who has fought long in a seemingly unending battle, thank you. We are more than conquerors, and together we're fierce!
Blessings,
Kathleen
Yes, thanks for this welcome reminder of the everlasting arms that hold us up when our burdens get heavy. In the past 3 weeks the burdens of others that I have been called to pray for were almost crushing--from a friend's parent being killed in an accident to a new born baby having to go to emergency 3 times, to another friend's grandson succumbing to suicide while in jail...and many more...if it were not for the hiding place that God provides for us in the comfort of those everlasting arms. It always helps me to remember that God is Sovereign, and there is nothing that happens without first being sifted through His fingers. While so often cannot see His hand at work, we can trust His heart that He is working out all things for His purposes and our ultimate good. May you feel His comfort today, friend.
ReplyDeleteYes, but sometimes the burden is not put on us by God but is of our own doing. It is harder then to trust that God will be with us. I am thankful that He is a rescuer and His grace is constant.
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