Our church family has been challenged to memorize
one verse from the message each week;
This week's verse is
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Our service was closed on Sunday morning with the above verse
as well as the one below
John 16:33
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.
In this world you will have trouble.
But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Little did we know then just how soon and how utterly we would need to
claim these truths in this troubled world.
Lord, when troubles increase
To test faith’s words of love
Anoint us with Thy perfect peace
This world knows nothing of
Lord, let love’s incense rise
In fragrance to thy throne
As hope, though broken-hearted cries
‘We trust in Thee Alone’
Lord, as we weep and pray
Search each heart’s secret veins
To see if any wicked way
We safeguard, still remains
Lord, great are Thy commands
Convict where we grow slack
Forbid that we would put our hands
To the plow, then look back
Anoint us with Thy peace
Treasure in jars of clay
Lord, let anxiety release
As we trust and obey
Root out the deadly tare
That chokes godly desire
Where sin has set a subtle snare
Convict with holy fire
We are but vessels, oh
By divine love, out-poured
Lord, let Thy perfect peace bestow
Broken spirits restored
Janet Martin
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