If you’re looking for some original, free Christmas music this holiday season, this song is a great place to start! It’s called “The Cradle and the Cross,” and it’s sung by Austin Stone. You can download this song on noisetrade.com at the below link:
When was the last time you worshiped God? Truly, completely, worshiped Him, and focused on Him alone, instead of on yourself?
I have to say, for me, it had been a long time.
Last night at my church, however, I had the opportunity to do just that.
Our church group, called “The Well,” focused the time of worship on the theme of Come and See. It was based on the story of the Samaritan woman who came to a well to draw water, and after meeting Jesus, was offered the living water that flows from Christ Himself (John Chapter 4).
We sang worship songs to God, focusing on who He is and what He has done for us. We also participated in two activities. During the first we were able to dip our hands into a bowl of cool water to symbolize the refreshment found in Jesus. In the second activity, we were encouraged to write down the name of a person we know who needs refreshing from the Lord–either refreshment through salvation, or continued refreshment from Him for their daily walk.
This truly was a refreshing time for ME, as well. As I focused on worshiping Jesus, He poured out His living water of refreshment on my parched soul. He knew what I needed, and He met me where I was!
I would encourage you to take some time–either alone, or in a group–to worship your Savior. You may be surprised by how much refreshment He brings to your heart! He is “Mighty to Save,” and in Him can be found everything that we need to live an abundant life that is pleasing to Him.
Knees to the Earth 