Riding the Wave

Jeremiah 29:11

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."


I love this verse.

Last night Jackie was having what I think were muscle spasms; she has had them in the past but its been a long while. She wanted to sleep so badly but was being woke up by these spasms. I brought her to bed with me and held her close, as she drifted off to sleep I prayed. Prayed that she would be able to get a good nights rest, that God would heal her, that he would heal me, and then I prayed a prayer of praise. I thanked him for Jackie and all she has brought to our lives, for having access to a top notch medical facility (Seattle Children's!. This morning I am SO greatful to have her at home with us, so many parents can not go home with their children. They must visit them and love on them through tubes, wires, treatments.

Still praying for strength. This song is booming in my heart right now... I love this song.
Praise You in This Storm
words by Mark Hall/music by Mark Hall and Bernie Herms

I was sure by now,God, that You would have reached down
and wiped our tears away,
stepped in and saved the day.
But once again, I say amen
and it's still raining
as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain,
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away.

Chorus:
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

I remember when I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry to You
and raised me up again
my strength is almost gone how can I carry on
if I can't find You
and as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away

Chorus

I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth

Chorus