Satisfied//Chelsea Moon

This song, sung by Chelsea Moon, is a favorite of mine.  The words, written by Clara T. Williams in 1875, are a beautiful expression of the satisfaction found only in Jesus, and I love the way this version is sung.  Enjoy listening!

Satisfied
by Clara T. Williams, 1875

All my life I had a longing
For a drink from some clear spring, 
That I hoped would quench the burning 
Of the thirst I felt within

Refrain:
Hallelujah!  I have found Him
Whom my soul so long has craved!
Jesus satisfies my longings,
Through His blood I now am saved.

Feeding on the husks around me,
Till my strength was almost gone, 
Longed my soul for something better,
Only still to hunger on.

Poor I was, and sought for riches,
Something that would satisfy,
But the dust I gathered round me 
Only mocked my soul's sad cry.

Well of water, ever springing,
Bread of life so rich and free,
Untold wealth that never faileth, 
My Redeemer is to me.

He is...

I hope you enjoy this beautiful, awe-inspiring meditation on the names of God throughout Scripture.  How amazing is our God?  What a joy to worship and serve Him this morning!

P.S.  While you're there, I would greatly encourage you to explore Irish Elk Media!  Their music will be available to order soon through their website and some of it is already available for download on iTunes, which I am so excited about.  I have been so blessed and stirred by these songs and videos, and I pray they touch your heart as well.  All glory to our worthy God!

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

A favorite hymn and a favorite recording artist.  I hope you enjoy both as you find joy today in being simply His.  :)

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

by Joseph M. Scriven

What a Friend we have in Jesus,

All our sins and griefs to bear!

What a privilege to carry

Everything to God in prayer!

O what peace we often forfeit, 

O what needless pain we bear,

All because we do not carry 

Everything to God in prayer.

Have we trials and temptations?

Is there trouble anywhere?

We should never be discouraged;

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Can we find a friend so faithful, 

Who will all our sorrows share?

Jesus knows our every weakness;

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Are we weak and heavy laden,

Cumbered with a load of care?

Precious Savior, still our Refuge,

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Do your friends despise, forsake you?

Take it to the Lord in prayer!

In His arms He'll take and shield you;

You will find a solace there.

Blessed Savior, Thou hast promised

Thou wilt all our burdens bear.

May we ever, Lord, be bringing

All to Thee in earnest prayer.

Soon in glory bright unclouded

There will be no need for prayer.

Rapture, praise, and endless worship

Will be our sweet portion there.

(I highly recommend both of Chelsea Moon's albums, Hymn Project, Volume 1 and Hymn Project, Volume 2.  I stumbled upon them a few months ago, and they quickly became my new favorite albums to listen to.)