Thursday, January 22, 2009

Bow the Knee

These days are filled with much uncertainty. I hear of people being laid off, work being very slow, and it can be very unsettling not knowing what will be in store during these next few months. We are a one income family...and I thank God for the opportunity to stay at home with our kids and teach them.....and with that comes stricter budgeting and smaller savings. But it is what we feel God has led us to do, so we forge ahead with *few* complaints :)
During these times where stress and worry can take over, we need to remind ourselves that God is in control. He has promised to take care of us and provide for us.
This song is always an encouragement to me when I feel myself starting to fret about circumstances that are beyond my control.
I've posted the lyrics below so you can follow along. (it was difficult finding this song...so I'm only posting this video so you can hear the words )

There are moments on our journey following the Lord
When God illumines every step we take.
There are times when circumstances make perfect sense to us,
As we try to understand each move He makes.
When the path grows dim
And our questions have no answers, turn to Him.

Bow the knee; trust the heart of your Father
when the answer goes beyond what you can see.
Bow the knee; lift your eyes toward heaven and
believe the One who holds eternity.
When you don't understand the purpose of His plan,
In the presence of your King, bow the knee.

There are days when clouds surround us, and the rain begins to fall,
And the cold and lonely winds won't cease to blow.
And there seems to be no reason for the suffering we feel;
We are tempted to believe God does not know.
When the storms arise,
Don't forget we live by faith and not by sight.

Bow the knee; trust the heart of your Father
when the answer goes beyond what you can see.
Bow the knee; lift your eyes toward heaven and
believe the One who holds eternity.
When you don't understand the purpose of His plan,
In the presence of your King,

Bow the knee; trust the heart of your Father
when the answer goes beyond what you can see.
Bow the knee; lift your eyes toward heaven and
believe the One who holds eternity.
When you don't understand the purpose of His plan,
In the presence of your King,
In the presence of your King,
In the presence of your King,
Bow the knee

2 comments:

  1. Alissa,
    What a beautiful piece!I think I would like this piece sang at my funeral.It is certainly lyrics that touch peoples hearts,especially during the times in which we are living. The stress and not knowing what the future holds is scarey.But praise the Lord,He knows our needs,and fears.We can take comfort in knowing He cares for us,and does all things well. Love Mom

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  2. Alissa,
    I LOVE THIS SONG!!! I listen to it every day.
    Love Mom

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