Living in a Covid-19 World: Day #24

When Trials Come

... for though a righteous man fall seven times, he rises again,

but the wicked are brought down by calamity. (Proverbs 24:16)

One of the surprises of life in our pandemic world is the generosity and free music that has been available over the internet. I have particularity enjoyed watching a weekly worship concert put on by Keith and Kristyn Getty. This married couple writes songs that reflect the Irish ballads of their homeland, and the depth of their lyrics speaks of the pain Irish Christians experienced in the midst of trials. Much of their music can be summed up in the title of one of their songs, When Trials Come.

One of the mysteries of the Christian life is the way God draws near to us in times of trouble. As followers of Christ we are not promised that trials will never come, but rather that when they do come, that God walks with us. Read the lyrics below or go to the link that will take you to this song as you ponder your situation, whether it be times of trial – for they surely will come – or in times of great rejoicing.

When Trials Come

Written by Keith & Kristyn Getty

When trials come no longer fear

For in the pain our God draws near

To fire a faith worth more than gold

And there His faithfulness is told (2x)

Within the night I know Your peace

The breath of God brings strength to me

And new each morning mercy flows

As treasures of the darkness grow (2x)

I turn to Wisdom not my own

For every battle You have known

My confidence will rest in You

Your love endures Your ways are good (2x)

When I am weary with the cost

I see the triumph of the cross

So in it’s shadow I shall run

Till He completes the work begun (2x)

One day all things will be made new

I’ll see the hope You called me to

And in your kingdom paved with gold

I’ll praise your faithfulness of old (2x)

If you want to listen to the song, click here.