Pastor reminded us of the many ways and multiple expressions of self-dependence and self-aggrandizement that are part and parcel of our American experience. Are we really Christians, when we are so exalting of self, in our efforts and in our faith and in our labors? We did it! we say. We will get it done! we promote. No post scripts, no "Lord willings" to temper our pride.
There is certainly something to be said of children who are taught to have holy reflexes at the name of Jesus. Bow the head. Bow the knee. Whatever can remind you that you are not your own is a good thing to learn.May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart...be acceptable in Thy sight, Oh Lord, my strength and my redeemer. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, we seek Thy face; Within the veil we bow the knee; O let Thy glory fill the place, And bless us while we wait on Thee.We thank Thee for the precious blood That purged our sins and brought us nigh, All cleansed and sanctified to God, Thy holy Name to magnify.
Shut in with Thee, far, far above The restless world that wars below, We seek to learn and prove Thy love, Thy wisdom and Thy grace to know.The brow that once with thorns was bound, Thy hands, Thy side, we fain would see; Draw near, Lord Jesus, glory-crowned, And bless us while we wait on Thee.
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