I was able to attend a fun event at the church I used to attend several weeks ago. It was an event that used to “work,” so it was nice to be able to enjoy all of the festivities.

There were massages, make-overs, crafts to make and purchase, give-a-ways, a service project to work on, delicious food, and so much more. Highlights included visiting with people I hadn’t seen in a while and catching up on their lives.

The theme of the evening was Hawaiian in nature, so there were hula-hoop contests and hula dancing lessons. The entertainment was a group of hula dancers. I had never been able to sit and enjoy this entertainment in the past, so I was delighted to watch this troop of dancers.

What made it even more special was the music they danced to. It was all uplifting music and when combined with their hand gestures, made the songs much more meaningful.

They closed with the song I share with you today. “The Power of Your Love” came to life with each movement. It was a beautiful experience and it made my evening.

This hasn’t been a popular song in my experience. But the words and melody of this song have such a beautiful message. Its message is, “I can’t do it on my own…I need You, God!”

And oh what will happen when we speak these words to God. A changed and renewed heart. Unveiled eyes. A renewed mind. A spirit that soars with God’s Spirit. Now that sounds like fun!

So today, take a look at “The Power of Your Love.” Imagine those graceful dancers before you. Drink in the message. Pour out your soul. Find all that you need in God’s presence. And then wait to see what happens.

“The Power of Your Love”

Lord I come to You
Let my heart be changed, renewed
Flowing from the grace
That I’ve found in You

And Lord I’ve come to know
The weaknesses I see in me
Will be stripped away
By the power of Your love

Hold me close
Let Your love surround me
Bring me near
Draw me to Your side

And as I wait
I’ll rise up like the eagle
And I will soar with You
Your spirit leads me on
In the power of Your love

Lord unveil my eyes
Let me see You face to face
The knowledge of Your love
As You live in me

And Lord renew my mind
As Your will unfolds in my life
In living every day
By the power of Your love

Hold me close
Let Your love surround me
Bring me near
Draw me to Your side

And as I wait
I’ll rise up like the eagle
And I will soar with You
Your spirit leads me on
In the power of Your love[i]

Hillsong has done a fabulous version of this song. If you’d like to listen to it, click here.

Lokomaika’I A malu Nou (Grace and peace be yours in abundance),

Donna