Musical Encouragement #23- "I Have A Shelter"

With only 2 days left of our musical encouragement I'm scrambling to narrow down all the options. There are just so many songs that have meant so much over the years. One such song that needs to be heard more is the one for today, I Have A Shelter. This song accurately tells us that our shelter is found in the cross and has been a great encouragement to me through many trials. I hope it encourages you as well.


I Have a Shelter
by Steve & Vikki Cook and Bob Kauflin

I have a shelter in the storm when troubles pour upon me
Though fears are rising like a flood, my soul can rest securely
O Jesus, I will hide in You, my place of peace and solace
No trial is deeper than Your love that comforts all my sorrows

I have a shelter in the storm when all my sins accuse me
Though justice charges me with guilt, Your grace will not refuse me
O Jesus, I will hide in You, who bore my condemnation
I find my refuge in Your wounds, for there I find salvation

I have a shelter in the storm when constant winds would break me
For in my weakness I have learned You strength will not forsake me
O Jesus, I will hide in You, the One who bears my burdens
With faithful hands that cannot fail You'll bring me home to heaven

*For more about this song visit Sovereign Grace's website

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Why I Believe in Infant Baptism: Opening Thoughts

Image
What images come to mind when you think of infant baptism? Is it a sacred ritual done with pomp and circumstance with robes and a gold plated dish of water? Is it a routine ceremony that is a regular part of your worship? Is it a crazy belief some of "those" people believe in, but certainly not someone serious about Bible study? Do you have images of a child being held up before the church like Simba in The Lion King? Is it just a glorified baby dedication? I think I've had all of the above mentioned thoughts at one time or another throughout my time as a Christian. I've believed the stereotypes and didn't really study it too hard on my own. But, once I did, I came to some revelatory conclusions, at least for me. I wasn't raised to believe in infant baptism. I grew up as a baptist, meaning that I believed what most baptists believe. A person professes faith in Christ first, then shows that commitment by obediently entering into the waters of baptism. From
Read more

Sunday Singables: "You Are God Alone"

Image
"You Are God Alone (Not a God)"  by Philips, Craig, and Dean, released on Let the Worshippers Arise (2004) Why I recommend this song for worship- As we come before the Lord in worship, it is important to remember Who we are worshiping. We aren't coming before a famous singer or venerated politician. We aren't about to see our favorite sports team play. This is God we are addressing. This song reminds us of who God is and why He is worthy of our worship. It takes the focus off us and fixes our eyes on the Father. The melody honors the lyrics and lets us build on different themes emotionally and musically. This song has always been a great reminder to me of God's sovereignty and leaves me standing in awe that He could love someone like me. Changes I've Made- I haven't adjusted too much with this one. They keys posted below are both pretty singable, but I would recommend doing it in A (or G with capo 2 for guitar). Any lower and the verses get ha
Read more

Easter Sunday Singables: "Above All" (new lyrics)

Image
During these Sundays of Lent leading up to Easter I'll be featuring a different song focused on the death and resurrection of Christ. "Above All" by Michael W. Smith, released on Worship  (2001), new lyrics by Joshua Huff The new lyrics I added as a second verse to this song are also found in a modified version on the song I wrote called Justified , available on my album Enriched Affections . Why I recommend this song for worship- The reason we celebrate Easter is because of what happened on Good Friday. Without the cross and its incredible spiritual significance, Easter is just another Sunday. This song places a great emphasis on the cross and Christ's exalted place above all things. It mirrors the "emptying" passage in Philippians 2 which speaks of Christ place next to the throne of God and points us there from the cross. The melody supports these truths wonderfully and it is very singable. However, I think the song on its own doesn't go f
Read more