I would have to say "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less" by Edward Mote is my favorite hymn of all time. Many contemporary Christian songs are derived from its lyrics and they speak so powerfully to my soul. Today I heard a new song, “The Rock Won’t Move” by Vertical Church Band, and was literally brought to tears. The pastor spoke on the whole armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20) and specifically focused on verse 15: “… and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace” (ESV). Peace. In the recent year I have found myself at many crossroads where I had to choose to continue on as things were or place the situation in God’s hands. I’ve previously talked about my struggle with fear and anxiety but through continuously making an effort to trust in the Lord’s promises and rely on His grace I have made strides. Today I found myself overwhelmed by the sermon and lyrics of the song because I was able to really visualize the faithfulness of God and it was so beautiful to me. The recent months have been filled with some of the sweetest and hardest moments of my life – mountaintops and valleys. Through them all, whether I realized it at first or not, the Lord was there. While my faith may have shifted, the Rock didn’t move. As I reflected on how the Lord revealed Himself to me in such a personal, intimate way I was filled with joy, peace, and even more faith to put my trust in Him alone.
Being 24 something that I’ve really been seeking the Lord on
is what’s next for me – I feel like my mind races a mile a minute trying to
figure it all out! Today I was encouraged as I was reminded that the Lord has
gone before me and as long as I walk with Him my future is secure. With so much
uncertainty surrounding me it’s really easy to become anxious but I can choose to
remember that God is steadfast and can be trusted. Sisters, whatever challenges
you’re facing, whatever is causing you doubt or stress, choose to pray and give
it to the Lord – fully. In the midst of everything we have a reason to rejoice because
of the beautiful love that was shown to us on the cross – because of His
sacrifice we have hope.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by
prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to
God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your
hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.“ – Philippians 4:6-7 ESV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the
world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them
be afraid. – John 14:27 ESV
