A battle cry turned hymn of praise, this song has been used through the ages to inspire and encourage people of God in their quest for righteous endeavors. It was a favorite of Oliver Cromwell, and used by the Crusaders, and the Huguenots. Its original purpose may have been to lead the Ark of the Covenant into Jerusalem.
God is faithful to His unbreakable promise. The plans and purposes God set in motion were designed to keep mankind from death by bringing a Savior/Redeemer from the tribe of Judah. Man is repeatedly rebellious and disobedient, but as consequences pile up, man sees God’s past love and provision and returns. God never says, “No, you have gone too far this time.” In response, He reveals Himself most beautifully as a provider and peace giver.
The warmth of human contact changes things. Man may have evolved in some unique ways, but we still need one another. We need to feel, see, hear and smell others so we know we are not alone in the battles of this life. Our God, the consummate comforter, sets the lonely in human families so that we will know His love and in turn, find strength to love others, and victoriously journey to the Throne of Heaven.
Merry Christmas,
Gretchen