Who loves God’s presence?

By Rhiannonw

Sun, 12 Jun 2022
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[Continuing the hymn-for-Sundays series]

When gone astray, the Christian yearns
to feel again God’s care
– though tough the way, with him close by,
fullness of joy is there.

And so we seek his watching face
and come to him with song,
he makes us glad of his embrace
so warm, secure and strong.

He dwells within each heart of those
who Jesus Christ received.
We lose awhile that comfort if
his Spirit we have grieved.

But those who do not want his rule,
his nearness cannot bear;
they say they disbelieve, but still
his presence shun and fear.                Tune: CM

You have made known to me the path of life; you fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Psalm 16:11

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Submitted by Nolan on

Just as the parable of the lost son! Disobedience sin and forgiveness. The last verse is so very true, sadly or a good thing you know, fear can bring you to faith as in the song amazing grace. Yes often people pretend not to believe, to assure themselves, but secretly they doubt and fear and yearn. As you say.

Have a good Sunday Rhiannon! Nolan &

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Thanks, that is very perceptive. As you say an awareness that a true and powerful God might be, could prompt to private prayer, 'If you are there, please help me see and understand'. We mustn't assume those who say they don't believe are certain in that, pray on! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I liked this one Rhiannon :0) Though quite a fierce ending

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Thanks. My husband had been talking about the contrast of the love we have for feeling close to and loved by God, to those who don't want him, even say they don't believe he is, and yet get cross with him for not doing things when they think he should, and fearing him — though as Nolan says above a right fear runs to him, not away!

My husband did suggest putting the last verse at the beginning and ending on a more postive note! Rhiannon