As I look back on my nearly 84 years of life, I marvel at God’s goodness. Much of my life has not been easy or pleasant but, since childhood, I’ve known that “in everything God works for good for those who love him” (Romans 8:28). God is sovereign. “God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself” (2 Corinthians 5:19). He is able and willing to do what is best for us if we love him and are fitting into his plans.
Now that I’m in the twilight stage of life, my heart often bursts out in song, singing (as one example) The Sovereignty of Christ. I’d like to share this song with you here:
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THE SOVEREIGNTY OF CHRIST
You are the mighty King, Master of everything.
Though you are gentle, you rule over all.
Why do you plead for me? Why did you bleed for me?
Why bother sending your call?
Your love has reached me and made me complete
so I couldn’t resist all the love you did give.
Now I can worship you, Lord of the Universe
as in my heart you do live.
Jesus I love you! I want to obey you
and live in a way that will glorify you.
How can I serve you best? Help me to stand the test.
Thank you for making me new.
You are my shepherd and you’re my provider;
you have brought peace to this heart full of strife.
I will obey you, for you are in charge of me.
You are the Lord of my life.
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Words & Music by Judith Vander Wege, Written 1986
(The melody for this song may be heard on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@judithvanderwege9055
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