Sunday, March 21, 2010
The Potter Knows the Clay
I’ve been reminded lately how quickly life as we know it can change. The most recent change in my life is that James and I are no longer dating. The pain and grief has been strong. But I serve a God who is stronger and bigger than this pain. For that, I’m thankful. He’s healed my heart before, and I trust He’ll do it again.God has used many songs to comfort me and bring about healing in the past, and He continues to do so. This is one of many songs that speaks to where I’m at and gives me great comfort.
“The Potter Knows the Clay”
I know you’re going through the fire
It’s getting hard to stand the heat
But even harder is the wondering
Is God’s hand still on me
It’s lonely in the flame
When your counting days of pain.
But the Potter knows the clay
How much pressure it can take
How many times around the wheel
Til there’s submission to his will
He’s planned a beautiful design
But it’ll take some fire and time
It’s gonna be okay
Cause the Potter knows the clay
Friend, I just came through that fire
Not too very long ago
And looking back I can see why
And that my God was in control
But on the hottest day, I’d cry
Oh, Lord, Isn’t it about time
But the Potter knows the clay
How much pressure it can take
How many times around the wheel
Til there’s submission to His will
He’s planned a beautiful design
But it’ll take some fire and time
It’s gonna be okay
Cause the Potter knows the clay
I heard this song played on the radio yesterday and found it comforting.
"Healing Hand Of God"
I have seen the many faces,
I fear in the pain.
I have watched the tears fall plenty,
From heart ache and strength.
So if life's journey,
Has you weary and afraid.
There's rest in the shadow of his wings.
I have walked through the valleys,
The mountains and plains.
I have held the hand of freedom,
It washes all my stains.
If you feel the weight of many trials,
And burdens from this world.
There's freedom in the shelter of the Lord.
Chorus:
I have seen,
The healing hand of God,
Reaching out and mending broken hearts.
Taste and see the fullness of His peace,
And hold on to what's being held out.
The healing hand of God.
I have touched the scars upon His hands,
To see if they were real.
He has walked the road before me,
He knows just how I feel.
When you feel there is not anyone,
Who understands your pain,
Just remember all of Jesus' suffering.
(Chorus)
Cast all your cares on Him,
For He cares for you.
He's near to the broken and confused.
By His stripes,
Our spirit is renewed.
So enter in the joy prepared for you.
(Chorus)
The healing hand of God (x2)
And hold on to what's being held out (x2)
The healing hand of God
Oh Oh Oh Oh
As for this next song, it’s been a long standing song God has used to minister to my heart over the years. I have a strong sense of God’s presence whenever I’m listening to it and allowing the truth of who He is to poor over my soul. I drink it in, often I cry, and God meets me there in my brokenness. This is a song I go to often, and I’m never disappointed when I do because God draws me to Him through it, reminding me of who He is and of His rock solid faithfulness.
"I Am" – Jill Phillips
Oh gently lay your head
Upon my chest
And I will comfort you
Like a mother while you rest
The tide can change so fast,
But I will stay
The same through the past,
The same in future, same today
CHORUS:
I am constant; I am near
I am peace that shatters all your secret fears
I am holy; I am wise
I'm the only one who knows your heart's desires
Your heart's desires
Oh weary, tired and worn,
Let out your sighs
And drop that heavy load you hold
Cause Mine is light
I know you through and through;
There's no need to hide
I want to show you love
That is deep and high and wide
Oh gently lay your head
Upon my chest
And I will comfort you
Like a mother while you rest
God has been so faithful to me many times before, and He still is in this trying season. I know He doesn’t waste anything, and I pray He’s working this circumstance out for His glory and for the good of His children. May you also take comfort in His faithfulness, sovereignty, and great love in whatever fire of life you’re facing. Remember, the Potter knows the clay, so it’s gonna be okay.
Jamie at 3:28 PM
