The song is simple..anyone can sing it and give glory to God as they do. Several songs have used his words. Rather, Scripture says the opposite: Little in this song applies to unbelievers until they turn from their wickedness and trust in Jesus. I adore this passage of scripture, but this song is so incredibly boring that it detracts from the meaning behind it because you just want it to hurry up and end already! When I first heard this worship song, I immediately cried. So at the outset I will say no motives (good or bad) are assumed here. All rights reserved. It is a gift. Though in anger I struck you, in favor I will show you compassion.". And yet have absolutely no saving grace accompanying it, but rather a well veiled self adolatery one sided mine,mine,mine entitlement approach.This equally plays towards the next criteria method. who hath marked his word, and heard it? Oh my goodness. May His Face Shine upon You: 90 Biblical Blessings for Mother and Child Hardcover - March 29, 2022 by Susie Larson (Author) 38 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $15.19 Read with Our Free App Hardcover $15.99 22 Used from $5.39 23 New from $9.50 Save 50% on 1 when you buy 2 Shop items Blessings for You and Your Children To give a really silly example of where Im coming from God used one of The Twilight series movies to speak to me. I first heard it when I needed to hear that message repeated many times. Thank you for your comment! Recent comments concerning The Blessings seem to miss something. As I so often do when questioning the legitimacy of a song, I go to the Psalms. I shared the clip with my family when I got home and then hubby and I have been discussing this a bit deeper. It was not of their own merits that God chose them, but because he is faithful to his former promises to the patriarchs, and that he loves his chosen position (he is jealous for them). Yet, if I were a betting man (and Im usually not), Id wager that the Me that you see before you and the Me in heaven, with my spiritual body, would be like night and day. God alone! Non water-proof fabric. Please someone plead your case!!! I should have stated it as a possibility, not a guaranteed reality. The Blessing is misleading to the believer, not just the unbeliever. (Principles remain love your neighbors, dont be a pagan, theres only one God.). Meditation, at least applied to scripture, is a repetition of thought and focus on a particular portion. He can bless them with good health, happiness, safety, opportunities to witness, care for others. Psalm 31:16 Make thy face to shine upon thy servant: save me for thy mercies' sake. In the modern era, the idea has crept into the church that everything we do has to be seeker oriented. I also updated conclusion to explicitly state that its not appropriate for corporate worship, and that seeker-sensitive churches should offer an explanation. As I have asked before on other topics, if the Holy Spirit, when writing Psalm 23 through David, did not see fit to explain the blessings, love, and care that God has, is it fair to hold the songwriter to a higher standard? Since the lyrics of this song are direct quotes from scripture, and scripture is infallible, I dont believe this principle can apply, even if an unbeliever is confused. Ministry ( these songs are focused on building us up songs that use the pronoun I usually fall here and songs that dont fall into the other three categories). Do I believe that God forgets? Just the fact that its from Elevation tells me that I dont want anything to do with it. What you are doing here is very important in todays world where there is so much noise and confusion in and around Christian music. A second Biblical example of God's grace or favor can be found in 2 Timothy 2:1, where the Apostle Paul told his student Timothy, "You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus." Here, and in many other places in the Scriptures, God's grace gave the beneficiary the ability or strength to do something they . Disagree? I am passionate about apologetics, philosophy, logic, critical thinking, and of course, Jesus Christ! Having a copyright gives the author some level of control to keep their work from being misused (for example, from being used to promote some event or product that the author believes runs counter to his/her intent with the work). Does that mean that Scripture is problematic? FACT, many if not most of these songs are PRODUCED NOT INSPIRED [ another huge matter in itself ] and are done so as to SELL them and use them to draw in unsuspecting gullible and primarily youth to establishments fronting as a Christian ministry, but spreading a different or more earthly palatable gospel version of it. A balance between the two is something for which we must strive. Welcome to The Berean Test and thank you for your comment! This blessing was given by the priest Aaron to the sons of Israel. If we embrace the blessings of Moses-era Israel, we can expect to miss out on the blessings of Christjoining Him in His suffering. I would love to do this full-time; However, yes, I advertise to cover costs. When we ask for forgiveness, talk with God in prayer, take communion, and otherwise engage with the Lord, we are in essence calling His attention upon us. I like your helpful analysis, particularly your explanation of how The Blessing links to scripture. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. Jon, I would submit that you are taking a bit too far. It does seems like a misuse of the text to rip out the blessing without the curses and warnings to go along with it. It has perfect corners and will always look as tight and flat as the day it was made. It technically repeats, but its not nearly annoying as, say, an entire phrase on repeat four or more times. He sees all and knows all. He is with you, He is with you. As a father of two, I cannot (I feel) ask God enough for protection, blessing, and mercy for my children. Lyrics. Thank you for the time and effort youve put into this site Vince! Jon I had the similar thoughts as you; that this is very much like taking Jer 29:11, and thinking that it is meant for us individually. When it finally get from your head to your heart that you, an individual, are being given this blessing. Indeed very presumptuous and haughty! One such verse is Psalm 30:5 (ESV): "For his anger lasts but for a moment, and his favor for a lifetime. Day and night, they never stop singing holy,holy,holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was ,who is, and who is to come- Rev. God is for lost people, he is so for them that he sent his only son so that they might believe and have eternal life. Im pro blessing, and its absolutely biblical, but its not a worship song in nature. Everything has to be explained, emotions are suspect, bad theology isBad. But honestly, I know few who have good theology. There must be spirit and there must be truth. Praise ( songs about or to God most of the time the word you is withheld in these songs) 2. Bible Scriptures. I must say that I disagree with Dons assessment (and, consequently, your revision of section 3) of this song. Yes, make our efforts successful! *******Begin Quote******* I agree that its not a worship song. As a pastor of a traditional denomination I seemed to end up with very dysfunctional congregation. People think that these songs are so supportive when they go through a depression or tough time Nothing like the word of God and prayer without any sounds in that period of time and if you really want a song during that time just go to a hymnal book and pick a song that speaks to your mind not emotions. TheLordturn His Repetition is bad. Bryan, Don, Randall . In your weeping, and rejoicing. This blessing always seems to come straight from the mouth of God, when I hear it. Furthermore, amongst the San Bushmen ( a local hunter gatherer people), the evening before a hunt (with bow and arrow), they dance around a fire, with a set step and rhythm, singing a repetitive song till they fall over in a trance-like state, where they see things in the spiritual realm. And Jesus also told His disciples that after He has left, He would send the Holy Spirit to live within them to teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you (John 14:26). I was very touched though the last half was painful. Who is there who has visited His heavenly abode, there to learn His purposes? The repetition in this song conveys my sense of urgency to have God truly bless my children not with possessions, wealth, or fame but Himself. I think that the blessing was intended for believers; However, I see no opposing Scripture that forbids an unbeliever from hearing such a blessing, even if they are outside the camp of Christ and may not partake of its benefits. How many times did God say fear not, and yet we are fearful of so much in this world. In one sense, it is given away. I agree this is a beautiful song and brings me to tears every time I listen to it. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. In that agrarian society, good weather was all-important. The Lord bless you! After 45 years of sometimes heartbreaking ministry mixed with lots of joy am coming out of a very depressed time away from ministry. He is for you, He is for you Yes, we are able to listen to the song for free like you stated however the real catch is tossing down $50 bucks for the real anointing they are offering where everything looks so so perfect because that has to be God. Youve given me a lot to chew on in terms of section 3. And I dont see it as a congregation song something that a group of people can sing to. . As you might recall in Romans 13, governments are established by God and we are subject to our governing authorities. We don't have to worry. We connect with her in a way we don't connect with everyone. Happy birthday to you! I agree with this. 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