Wanderer Come Home

“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5

“But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content. But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.” 1 Timothy 6:6-10

“Some have wandered away from the faith”

Have you unintentionally “wandered away from the faith”? In today’s society it is so easy for us to wander away. There are temptations coming at us from all sides. The desire for more is at every turn. I am afraid if we are not intentional about contentment we will miss out on one of God’s greatest blessings. 

If we want to experience true contentment and joy, we must evaluate our lives. We need to take a deep look at our motives and actions behind everything we do. We must consider are we living for God or for ourselves. We say we have surrendered our lives to the Lord, but do our actions reflect our words. This takes some quiet time of honest reflection.

Confession. Every day we need to recognize and confess our lack of contentment. We need to honestly apologize for our lack of contentment and ask God to gives us strength to rely on him for true joy. 

1 Timothy 4:7-8 says to “discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness; for bodily discipline is only of little profit, but godliness is profitable for all things, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.”

Then, Paul in Philippians 4:11-13 says “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.  I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.  I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

So how do we practically “discipline” ourselves and “learn” contentment?

First and foremost, we must rely on God to give us strength. We cannot learn contentment on our own strength. In meeting with God each day we open up ourselves to hear from him. To be led and taught by a God who promises to meet with you. By keeping Christ as the center of our lives, we are laying a foundation for contentment to grow. 

Second, we must identify where we are placing our trust. If we are chained to this world instead of Christ contentment we will be robbed. What are you chained too? Is it financial success, worry, entertainment, comparison, busyness, status, fear, the next big thing, the next trip, self, desire for control, keeping up with the Jones’ mentality, fear of losing worldly status, self-preservation, pride, jealousy, bitterness? What is keeping you from letting go and giving your all to Jesus?  What causes you to lose sight of eternity? What keeps you from Jesus? Ask yourself the question if I let go of pursuing these things what would I do with my time? What would Christ lead me to do?

Contentment is available to you and me right now in this very moment. It is a mindset. It is a choice to choose. Stop comparing your life to others. You be you. Be who God created you to be. Discover your gifts, talents, shape and abilities and use them for Gods glory. Don’t be someone else. 

Start practicing gratitude. I once read that we should pick one object or thing in our house and thank God for it each day. For example, “Thank you God for this laundry machine. Wow! Without this machine I would have to do all this laundry by hand. Thank you for the enormous amount of time I am saving by having this machine. I realize people all over the world do not have a washing machine. Please be with the men and women who are washing their clothes by hand at this very moment. Strengthen their arms and backs as they scrub and wash. Give them comfort as they work. Help the weather be pleasant for them today as I’m certain they must hang their clothes to dry. Forgive me for being discontent with my mountain of laundry when there are people with so little.”

Wants versus Need Challenge.

 I recently made a commitment to strive for the next few months and maybe even longer to not buy anything for myself that I do not need. It’s a form of fasting for me to help me refocus on all that I have. I want to LEARN true contentment. I want God to meet all my needs. I want my eyes to be open to how often I allow material possessions to meet a need rather than God. 

Here are some questions I am asking myself before each purchase. Is this a need or a want? Do I already have something like this at home that will fulfill this purpose? What’s your motive for buying this today? If you don’t need it don’t buy it.

I am going to practice this for the next few months. Would you like to join me?  Let’s go to battle for contentment. I am excited to see how God is going to work through this challenge in my own life.  Let’s practice enjoying what we already have been so abundantly given. Not just material possessions, but relationships, health, nature, and more. You add to the list. What are you grateful for today.  Praying for you and me as we seek more of Him!

 “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”  Ephesians 3:20-21

“But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.”1 Timothy 6:11-12

“As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life."1 Timothy 6:17-19

“For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Therefore, lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but rather be healed.”  Hebrews 12: 11-14

It's Friday but Sunday's Coming!

I recently came across a growing form of worship called Bible Journaling or Illustrated Faith. Basically, it is artfully, doodling scripture in your bible. It was fascinating to me because I love Scripture, Art, and doodling.

 Not only is it peaceful and relaxing, but it gives my hands something to do while my heart meditates and prays. I have struggled in the past with sitting still to pray and meditate on scripture. But while I color and doodle my mind seems to focus more directly on the scripture before me. I can pray and think about all Christ has done for me without getting so distracted. It's even been a blessing for my children to take part in. I found the two designs below on Pinterest by a very talented artist and added them to my own bible.

Maybe this will be helpful to you too! I pray together we will dive into God's word, "cling to his testimonies," Psalm 119:30 and "treasure his word in our hearts." Psalm 119:11.

If doodling is not your thing be creative about other ways that might help you get quiet before the Lord. Many Blessings to you and Happy Weekend. I pray you enjoy some quality time with the Lord and your loved ones.

Reminder of Love

I recently took pictures for a family, and when the photo shoot was over the little boy and Father began to play.

I was mesmerized.

You see everything about the way they interacted spurred my heart and mind on to the truth of God’s love for me.  It felt as though God was screaming to me, “Katy, do you see this!? This is me and you, this is how much I love you.” 

Have you forgotten how much God loves you? Do you need a reminder today?

"Every good and perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of Lights, with whom is no variation or shadow of turning." James 1:17

The LORD your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing. Zephaniah 3:17

I love the reminder that God REJOICES over us; over me and YOU! 

He takes great delight in you.

Sometimes, like a child, I try to take steps that are too big for me. I try to climb mountains that are too high. I trip and stumble all the way up and down, but GOD IS ALWAYS THERE! Tears just fall when I think about his love. He is right there. Holding my hand, smiling, catching me, carrying me, lifting me up when I should be down.  Sometimes I cry, but he is there. Letting me rest against him, holding me tight. I'm never alone. He is always watching over me, guarding me, protecting me, teaching me, guiding me. If only I would always listen to his voice and walk in his ways.

"For I am the LORD your God, who upholds your right hand, Who says to you, 'Do not fear, I will help you.' "Isaiah 41:13

"He will not let your foot slip---- he who watches over you will not slumber;

indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.

 The Lord watches over you— the Lord is your shade at your right hand; 

the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.

The Lord will keep you from all harm,he will watch over your life." Psalm 121:3-7

'Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.'" Isaiah 41:10

"Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble.

If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden terror or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes, for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught." Matthew 10:29-31

 "I lift up my eyes to the hills.

    From where does my help come?

 My help comes from the Lord,

    who made heaven and earth.

He will not let your foot be moved;

    he who keeps you will not slumber.

 Behold, he who keeps Israel

    will neither slumber nor sleep.

The Lord is your keeper;

    the Lord is your shade on your right hand."

Psalm 121: 1-5

And then some days, I let go of his hand. I try to walk on my own. It's messy and ugly, but even then he never leaves my side. I am claimed and sealed until the day of redemption. I'm not ever escaping his love.  We serve a Father of Love and he loves you! If you need to know that today I can promise it. He loves you. His desire is for you! He wants a relationship with you. He wants to walk with you and be a part of your life. He wants to share and pour out his blessings on you. He loves you so much  that he sent his own son Jesus to live and die a perfect life as a sacrifice for our sins. Can you grasp his great love for you? I pray you that you can and that you love him too.

"Are not two sparrows sold for a penny?And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered.  Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows." Matthew 10:29

*Special thanks to my awesome clients for letting me share their pictures. 

Kindness that Leads to Repentance

I want to tell you something.
God is kind. Psalm 145:17
God is love. 1 John 4:8
God is good. Psalm 136:1
God is grace. 1 Corinthians 15:10

But please don’t misunderstand. This KIND, LOVING, GOOD, GRACE GIVING GOD, is not a pushover. His kindness, love, goodness, and grace is meant to LEAD YOU AND ME to REPENTANCE.

Please don’t pass over this life changing verse. Please don’t trample the spirit of Grace by abusing the truth of his kindness.

He his kind, but he is just.

He offers grace, but there are consequences to sin.

If you are in sin, walking in the flesh, turn from sin. Please, repent.

 “For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.” ~ Romans 8:2-6

Romans 2:4 The Voice (VOICE)

 Do you take the kindness of God for granted? Do you see His patience and tolerance as signs that He is a pushover when it comes to sin? How could you not know that His kindness is guiding our hearts to turn away from distractions and habitual sin to walk a new path?

Romans 2:4 English Standard Version (ESV)

 Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance.

Fruit of Your Mouth

A couple of days ago I read through the whole book of Proverbs and wrote out every verse concerning the mouth, tongue, speech, and lips.  You see I recently found myself in a situation where I had to eat my words and they did not taste so sweet. I was ashamed and convicted for my lack of restraint. I decided I needed a little reminder of the seriousness of my words, so to help me remember and re-focus on how God wants me to use my mouth I went to the Proverbs. This was not some form of punishment, but a practice I felt led to do and was blessed by the study.

As I read through, underlined, and wrote out each verse I was reminded what a blessing or curse our words can be. They can be a source of LIFE or DEATH. We choose every time we open our mouths.

Do I use my words for the glory of God? To encourage? To build up? Or do I use them to tear down, exalt myself, or hurt others? I have discovered in this time period with social media sites we can even share things and sin without ever opening our mouths. With a simple click of a button we can SHARE something hurtful or untrue, and in the process tear down, shred hearts, and destroy lives.. I commit to being watchful and careful. How about you?

I don’t think any more of my words are needed on this topic, just the powerful word of God. I know it's a long read, but I believe you will be blessed by reading the verses specifically about the mouth all combined together.  (Forgive me if I missed any verses) 

PROVERBS

4:24 “Put away from you crooked speech, and put devious talk far from you.” 6:12 A worthless person, a wicked man, goes about with crooked speech, winks with his eye, signals with his feet, points with his finger.” 8:6-8 “Hear, for I will speak noble things, and from my lips will come what is right, for my mouth will utter truth; wickedness is an abomination to my lips. All the words of my mouth are righteous; there is nothing twisted or crooked in them.” 8:13 Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate.” 10:8 “a babbling fool will come to ruin” 10:10 “a babbling fool will come to ruin” 10:11 “the mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.” 10:13 “on the lips of him who has understanding, wisdom is found” 10:14” the mouth of a fool brings ruin near.” 10:18 “The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever utters slander is a fool.” 10:19 “When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.” 10:20 “the tongue of the righteous is choice silver.” 10:21”The lips of the righteous feed many” 10:31” The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but the perverse tongue will be cut off.” 10:32” The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable.” 11:12” Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.” 11:13 “Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in Spirit keeps a thing covered.”11:22”Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman without discretion.” 11:25” Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.” 12:13” An evil man is ensnared by the transgression of his lips.” 12:14” from the fruit of his mouth a man is satisfied with good.” 12:17” whoever speaks truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit.” 12:18” the tongue of the wise bring healing”12:19 “truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.” 12:22 “ Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord” 12:25 “Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.” 13:2”from the fruit of his mouth a man eats what is good” 13:3 “ whoever guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin.” 14:3 By the mouth of a fool comes a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will preserve them.” 14:5 “A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.” 14:7 “Leave the presence of a fool, for there you do not meet words of knowledge.” 14:25 “a truthful witness saves lives, but one who breathes out lies is deceitful.” 15:1-2 “A soft answer turns away wrath but a harsh word stirs up anger. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly.” 15:4 “a gentle tongues is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.” 15:7 “the lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the hearts of fools.” 15:23 “to make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is!” 15:26 “Gracious words are pure.” 15:28 “The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.” 16:13 “Righteous lips are the delight of a King, and he loves him who speaks what is right.” 16:17 “The highway of the upright turns aside from evil.” 16:23 “The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.” 16:24 “ Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” 16:28 “A dishonest man spreads strife, and a whisperer separates close friends.” 17:4 “an evildoer listens to wicked lips, and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.” 17:9 “Whoever covers and offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.” 17:27 “whoever restrains his words has knowledge.” 17:28 “Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips.” 18:2 “A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” 18:4 “The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.” 18:6-8 “A fools lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites a beating. A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul. The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels, they go down into the inner parts of the body.” 8:13 “If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame.” 18:20 “From the fruit of a man’s mouth his stomach is satisfied; he is satisfied by the yield of his lips. 18:21 “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. 19:1 “Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity than one who is crooked in speech and is a fool.” 19:9 “A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who breathes out lies will perish.” 20:15 “”the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.” 20:19 “Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets; therefore, do not associate with a simple babbler.” 21-8 “The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death.” 21:23 “Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.” 22:11 “He who loves purity of heart, and whose speech is gracious, will have the king as his friend.” 22:17-18 “Incline your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge, for it will be pleasant if you keep them within you, if all of them are ready on your lips.” 23:9 “Do not speak in the hearing of a fool, for he will despise the good sense of your words.” 23:16”My inmost being will exult when your lips speak what is right.” 24:26 “ whoever gives and honest answer kisses the lips” 24:28 “Be not a witness against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips.” 25:11 “a word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.” 25:15” a soft tongue will break a bone” 16:4-5 “Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you be like him yourself. Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own eyes. 26:7 “Like a lame man’s legs, which hang useless, is a proverb in the mouth of fools.” 26:9 “Like a thorn that goes up into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of fools.” 26:17-28 “Whoever meddles in a quarrel not his own is like one who takes a passing dog by the ears. Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!” For lack of wood the fire goes out, and where there is no whisperer, quarreling ceases.  As charcoal to hot embers and wood to fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife.  The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body.  Like the glaze covering and earthen vessel are fervent lips with an evil heart. Whoever hates disguises himself with his lips and harbors deceit in his heart; when he speaks graciously, believe him not, for there are seven abominations in his heart; though his hatred be covered with deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.  Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on him who starts rolling it. A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin. 27:1-2 “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.  Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips.” 29:5 “A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.” 29: 6 “a righteous man sings and rejoices” 29:9 “if a wise man has an argument with a fool, the fool only rages and laughs, and there is no quiet.” 29:11 “a fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.” 29:20 “Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.” 30: 8 “Remove far from me falsehood and lying” 30:10 “Do not slander a servant to his master, lest he curse you and you be held guilty.” 31:8 “Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute. 31:9 “open your mouth, judge righteously, defend the right of the poor and needy.” 31:26 “She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.”

The Call of Wisdom

“Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the market she raises her voice; at the head of the noisy streets she cries out; at the entrance of the city gates she speaks; “How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge? If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my spirit to you; I will make my words known to you.” 

Proverbs 1:20-23

Scoffer. A word we don’t often talk about, but one that has been on my heart the past few days.  I have been guilty of scoffing and I would guess you have been too. The word translated "scoffer" in English can mean "one who mocks, ridicules, or scorns the belief of another.” When I study the definition of scoffer I immediately think of pride. We can only mock, ridicule, and scorn when we are struggling with a measure of pride. How hurtful this can be. Not only to ourselves, but to others.  

In Hebrew, the word translated "scoffer" or "mocker" can also mean "ambassador." So a scoffer is one who not only disagrees with an idea, but he also considers himself an ambassador for the opposing idea. He cannot rest until he has demonstrated the foolishness of any idea not his own. A scoffer voices his disagreement, ridicules all who stand against him, and actively recruits others to join his side. gotquestions.org 
The term is not getting any prettier is it?  Can you relate?

Scoffing often occurs in my own life when I think I know more than you. When I let pride creep in and arrogance lead. It happens when I do not get my way, when things out of my control happen that I disagree with it, or when you let me down. It can also be a form of protection when I feel insecure, jealous, or convicted. It’s the result of a serious sin problem called pride.  It’s sinful and must be stopped.

 

We live in a society that molds us to want control, authority, and esteem. We sinfully twist that into a competitive way of life where if you are doing better than me we are tempted to scoff.  If we feel convicted or threatened or less than, we scoff. I see it every day. In me and in you. 

“Be not wise in your own eyes” Proverbs 3:7
“Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate” Proverbs 8:13
"How blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stand in the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of scoffers" Proverbs 1:1

We must be watchful and examine our hearts.  Let us confess our sins, admit to arrogance and pride, seek forgiveness, and turn from our evil ways. When we catch our selves repeating old sinful habits, let's stop, turn, and set up guards to help us stay focused on our Savior. 
Maybe that means practicing silence. Or possibly taking time to fast for a period to pray and refocus on what Jesus did for us on the cross.
Try memorizing a verse. God’s word is our sword. We need to use it by hiding his word in our heart. That’s how we fight and win battles against the flesh.

When we uproot sin from our lives, walls fall down. The heavenly Father pulls us in and his presence floods our soul. Please, won’t you seek Him today and experience his great, great love?

Perfectly Calm

   I love to go to the ocean. I enjoy the sand, sun, and surf.  However, the idea of swimming in the deep parts of the ocean is very unnerving to me.  The idea of that much water beneath me, full of man-eating fish makes my toes curls. 

            Because of that fear I can relate to the disciples fears in Matthew 8:23-27. The scripture states, “When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him.  And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being covered with the waves; but Jesus Himself was asleep.  And they came to Him and awoke Him, saying, “Save us, Lord; we are perishing!”  He said to them, “Why are you afraid, you men of little faith? Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it became perfectly calm.  The men were amazed, and said, “What kind of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey Him?”

            While Jesus was here on earth his body was like man and he became tired and fell asleep. However, he was also perfect and without sin.  He fell asleep on the boat and a great storm arose. The disciples became afraid and cried to Jesus to save them.  And Jesus being fully God and fully man made the storm PERFECTLY CALM. 

            In Matthew Henry’s Commentary he says, “Those who are passing with Christ over the ocean of this world, must expect storms.” I love that. As we journey through life storms WILL come. And sometimes it may seem like our Lord is sleeping. The pulpit commentary says, “The winds and waves were mastering their souls as well as their bodies.”  But we don’t have to let that happen to us!

            Psalm 121:4 says, “Behold, He who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.”  Our God is NEVER sleeping. He is not bound to an earthly body.  He is fully awake to all the storms raging around this world.  We in our earthly and anxious minds often doubt that truth. We see bad things happen and wonder where God is; we may not ever understand the storm, but we can trust the TRUTH.  When it is time the Lord will rebuke the winds and the sea, and it will become Perfectly Calm. 

*“For we did not follow cleverly devised tales when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of His majesty.” 2 Peter 1:16

*“Holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I will have reason to glory because I did not run in vain nor toil in vain.” Philippians 2:16

*“For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ's return.” Philippians 1:10

* “For it is written, "AS I LIVE, SAYS THE LORD, EVERY KNEE SHALL BOW TO ME, AND EVERY TONGUE SHALL GIVE PRAISE TO GOD." Romans 14:11

There is coming a day,

When no heart aches shall come,

No more clouds in the sky,

No more tears to dim the eye,

All is peace forever more,

On that happy golden shore,

What a day, glorious day that will be.

What a day that will be,

When my Jesus I shall see,

And I look upon His face,

The One who saved me by His grace;

When He takes me by the hand,

And leads me through the Promised Land,

What a day, glorious day that will be.

There'll be no sorrow there,

No more burdens to bear,

No more sickness, no pain,

No more parting over there;

And forever I will be,

With the One who died for me,

What a day, glorious day that will be.

What a day that will be,

When my Jesus I shall see,

And I look upon His face,

The One who saved me by His grace;

When He takes me by the hand,

And leads me through the Promised Land,

What a day, glorious day that will be

Hymn by: Jim Hill