I attended a funeral this weekend of a family friend. She was a beautiful woman who had an incredible love for her Lord, family and everyone she met. She was only 59 years old and many of us question why someone who was such a lover of people and a generous person was taken so soon. The funeral was one of the most beautiful that I have attended. We sang worship songs on healing and hope. The last song we sang was “It is Well with my Soul” As I sang the lyrics and thought about my father’s passing and her passing, I had to think if I really believed the words I was singing.
Sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot; Satan should buffet; Though trials should come Those are some pretty strong words, can I really say “it is well with my soul” My desire is that I can cling to the words of the song that say “Let this blest assurance control, That Christ has regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul” He died for me and He has it in His control, I might not understand but I need to rest on that truth so I can say “IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL” |