Dear Zachary,In the world today, Zach it is easy to despair considering all the calamities, strife, corruption, war, and sickness. Although we see this wax and wane through history, we know that God is in complete control on the macro and micro level.
We understand the scope of His sovereignty, Zach when we read through Psalm 46. God's authority is above all, and we need to stay focused on Him as our source of refuge and strength. Sometimes Daddy despairs in light of what is going on in the world. Sometimes Daddy despairs with challenges we face in life like with your health.
Reminders of hope are good Zach, and we look to the scriptures to stand firm in truths. Daddy appreciates the powerful effects when these truths are put to song like Psalm 46 in the hymn, "A Mighty Fortress is Our God." A song has a way of sticking with you for a time, and when Daddy sings this one in his heart, it's not an idle message that passes away like the wind. Daddy's emotions meet the truths in the words and brings an everlasting smile to his face. God will ensure our security no matter what we face in life.
Daddy does not have much of a singing voice, Zach and when he tries to sing Martin Luther's hymn, it sounds more of a raucous bellow. There will be a time, Zach when we will sing together in triumph. Yes, there will be many songs sung in praise about the victories of our almighty God and His ultimate authority. It is hard to imagine many much greater than Luther's "A Mighty Fortress is Our God" that we sing today. We emphatically sing and give praise to His Name, for His sovereignty, power, and strength. He ensures our security, Zach and we'll be praising His name in song forever.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y-_TsRjm5Y&feature=related
Love,
Daddy
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