let the distant shores rejoice.
Clouds and thick darkness surround him;
righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.
Fire goes before him
and consumes his foes on every side.
His lightning lights up the world;
the earth sees and trembles.
The mountains melt like wax before the Lord,
before the Lord of all the earth.
The heavens proclaim his righteousness,
and all peoples see his glory.
Psalm 97: 1-6
Thought for Today: It amazes me to think about God's glory and how our present worries just pale in comparison to who He is. Oh, that we could trust in Him and cast all of our cares upon Him who is righteous, holy and just. As you go through your day today, marvel at the glory of the Lord and cultivate an attitude of thankfulness towards Him who has been so merciful even though we don't deserve His favor.
God liveth ever!
Wherefore, Soul, despair thou never!
Our God is good, in every place
His love is known, His help is found,
His mighty arm, and tender grace
Bring good from ills that hem us round;
Easier than we think can He
Turn to joy our agony;
Soul, remember 'mid thy pains,
God o'er all for ever reigns.
Wherefore, Soul, despair thou never!
Our God is good, in every place
His love is known, His help is found,
His mighty arm, and tender grace
Bring good from ills that hem us round;
Easier than we think can He
Turn to joy our agony;
Soul, remember 'mid thy pains,
God o'er all for ever reigns.
(From Lyra Germanica - translated German hymns by Catherine Winkworth)
