Last week I mentioned the BBC Sunday Worship would be led by the Salvation Army. It was a great service, I know quite a few of you listened in. I got to chapel last Sunday and my friend called me over. "Do you ever listen to the BBC Sunday Service, Angela?" - I said I managed it most Sundays, and I thought the Sally Army had been brilliant. My friend is facing major surgery very soon. She said "there was one that they sang that was just right for me right now" "I bet it was I'll go" I replied. She smiled "Yes, I told my husband, that is going to be my theme for the next few weeks- I'll go in the strength of the Lord!"
I told her that I loved that hymn too, and from 2014-2024, I often sang it when driving my little Aygo.
I’ll go in the strength of the Lord,
In paths he has marked for my feet;
I’ll follow the light of his word,
Nor shrink from the dangers I meet,
His presence my steps shall attend,
His fulness my wants shall supply;
On him, till my journey shall end,
My unwavering faith shall rely.
I’ll go, [Aygo] in the strength, I’ll go in the strength of the Lord
I’ll go in the strength of the Lord
To work he appoints me to do;
In joy which his smile doth afford
My soul shall her vigour renew.
His wisdom shall guard me from harm.
His power my sufficiency prove;
I’ll trust his omnipotent arm,
And prove his unchangeable love.
I’ll go, [Aygo] in the strength, I’ll go in the strength of the Lord
I’ll go in the strength of the Lord
To conflicts which faith will require,
His grace as my shield and reward,
My courage and zeal shall inspire.
Since he gives the word of command.
To meet and encounter the foe,
With his sword of truth in my hand.
To suffer and triumph I’ll go.
I’ll go, [Aygo] in the strength, I’ll go in the strength of the Lord.
Definitely a good hymn to keep in one's mind when facing difficult situations. I do not have my little silver grey Aygo any more. Anyone know a hymn which mentions a🚗Skoda Fabia?😂
Sadly no, I'll go (Aygo) was perfect for your old car. Skoda Fabia is a bit of a poser, it will take me some time to go through my hymn repertoire! 😂 In the mean time wishing you a peaceful and blessed Sunday. Regards Sue H
Such an uplifting hymn! We are really not much good on our own are we? We celebrated the feast of the Ascension today and sang so many songs with Alleluia that I'm all alleluia-ed out now! It was certainly uplifting, too.
Haldor Lillenas has a hymn that starts as you request
ReplyDeleteFar beyond all human comprehension,
Measured by an infinite dimension,
Wonderfully broad in its intention,
Is the boundless love of God
Thank you Bob! Great words, but unfortunately I'm not sure of the tune, so cannot sing it whilst driving!
DeleteI can just imagine you and your Aygo! A good inspirational hymn is worth having in your head for the difficult times.
ReplyDeleteYes, I still sing that one occasionally in the Fabia if life is proving tough
DeleteSadly no, I'll go (Aygo) was perfect for your old car. Skoda Fabia is a bit of a poser, it will take me some time to go through my hymn repertoire! 😂 In the mean time wishing you a peaceful and blessed Sunday. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteBob's choice was very good (and alarmingly quickly remembered) , but a bit of a Victorian relic. So let me know if you track down a better one
DeleteI've just played that lovely version of "Make Me a Channel of Your Peace" that you posted last month.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it gorgeous!?
DeleteThose words are beautiful! I think the strength of the Lord is the only thing powering is at times. In his strength, not ours. X
ReplyDeleteAmen to that Kezzie!
DeleteSuch an uplifting hymn! We are really not much good on our own are we?
ReplyDeleteWe celebrated the feast of the Ascension today and sang so many songs with Alleluia that I'm all alleluia-ed out now! It was certainly uplifting, too.
There are some Christmas carols that leave me alleluia-d out!
DeleteThank you for sharing that lovely hymn, Angela. :)
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DeleteGreat hymn, with words of inspiration and encouragement.
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