{"id":6015,"date":"2016-08-01T07:00:43","date_gmt":"2016-08-01T13:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fullmeasureofjoy.com\/?p=6015"},"modified":"2016-07-23T10:51:38","modified_gmt":"2016-07-23T16:51:38","slug":"a-needed-break-day-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fullmeasureofjoy.com\/?p=6015","title":{"rendered":"A Needed Break \u2013 Day 13"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This is an exciting day! If all goes well, I\u2019ll be visiting a replica of Noah\u2019s Ark in northern Kentucky! I\u2019ll let you know how it goes, but I\u2019m sure it will be a day filled with praise to God for His mighty works and promises.<\/p>\n

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I\u2019ll be home in a few days\u2026it\u2019s nearly over! Enjoy another repeated blog post.<\/p>\n

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\u201cIt Is Well with My Soul\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

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For today\u2019s musical musing, we will need to go back to 1873. It is a hymn you\u2019ll know, recognize and probably love. I want to begin by reading through the words and listening to this great hymn of faith. Please join me.<\/p>\n

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\"???????????????????????????????\"<\/a>\u201cIt Is Well with My Soul\u201d<\/p>\n

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When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
\nWhen sorrows like sea billows roll;
\nWhatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say,
\nIt is well, it is well, with my soul.
\n(Refrain)<\/p>\n

Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
\nLet this blest assurance control,
\nThat Christ has regarded my helpless estate,
\nAnd hath shed His own blood for my soul.
\n(Refrain)<\/p>\n

My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!
\nMy sin, not in part but the whole,
\nIs nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
\nPraise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
\n(Refrain)<\/p>\n

For me, be it Christ, be it Christ hence to live:
\nIf Jordan above me shall roll,
\nNo pang shall be mine, for in death as in life
\nThou wilt whisper Thy peace to my soul.
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But, Lord, \u2018tis for Thee, for Thy coming we wait,
\nThe sky, not the grave, is our goal;
\nOh trump of the angel! Oh voice of the Lord!
\nBless\u00e8d hope, bless\u00e8d rest of my soul!
\n(Refrain)<\/p>\n

And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight,
\nThe clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
\nThe trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
\nEven so, it is well with my soul.<\/p>\n

Refrain<\/p>\n

It is well, with my soul,
\nIt is well, with my soul,
\nIt is well, it is well, with my soul.[i]<\/a><\/p>\n

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This particular clip tells the story and history of this beautiful hymn and its songwriter. What a treasure! Click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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It is difficult to understand how someone such as Mr. Spafford could be at such peace at the loss of his precious family. But clearly, he was. The only possible way is through Jesus and Holy Spirit leading him through this difficult time.<\/p>\n

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Is it possible for us to have this same peace? It certainly is. Let me share some of God\u2019s words that lead me to this understanding.<\/p>\n

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I\u2019ll begin in 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV). \u201cNow may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with all of you.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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We have God\u2019s peace with us at all times. And in whatever situation we face, His peace is with us. His peace is our peace. And with His peace, we can say, it is well with my soul.<\/p>\n

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But this isn\u2019t the only verse that leads us to this conclusion. Let\u2019s look at Philippians 4:7 (NIV). \u201cAnd the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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God\u2019s peace is difficult for us to understand. Being at peace during difficult situations is beyond our understanding, but with God it is possible.<\/p>\n

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How about another verse? Perhaps words from Jesus Himself? \u201cI 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.\u201d<\/em> (John 16:33 \u2013 NIV)<\/p>\n

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When we face troubles, and we will, Jesus becomes our peace (Ephesians 2:14) and His perfect peace (Isaiah 26:3) will overcome all that the world shoves at us. Isaiah 9:6 promises the Prince of Peace. And according to Psalm 119:165 (NIV), we who \u201clove God\u2019s law will have great peace and nothing will make us stumble.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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You see, peace in this world is possible. Even through the difficult times. Through the dark times. We have God\u2019s peace and we can say it is well with our souls.<\/p>\n

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I recall singing this great hymn at my grandfather\u2019s funeral. It was day of celebration. He had lived a long life (nearly 98 years). He had influenced many. He had been an elder of the Fairfield Church of Christ for many years. He had been a faithful servant of God. Yes, it was a day of celebration.<\/p>\n

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Through the years I have come to understand God\u2019s peace on a deeper level. And to be honest, I don\u2019t want to live in this world without it. His peace is what helps me sleep at night when terrorists attack, when gunmen kill innocent adults and children, when children are brutally kidnapped and murdered, when people die of starvation around the world, when the life of my grandson slipped away.<\/p>\n

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I have peace. God\u2019s peace. And it is well with my soul.<\/p>\n

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Grace and peace be yours in abundance,<\/p>\n

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Donna<\/p>\n

[i]<\/a> It Is Well With My Soul, Words: Horatio G. Spafford, 1873, Music: Philip Bliss<\/p>\n

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