The Goodness of God

 August 1, 2021

It’s only the second time I’ve heard it, but it’s lyrics, sung with such power by our Bri Katilus, moved me almost to tears this morning during worship. Linda and I talk often of our blessings that repeatedly are showered upon us, blessings that have at times come in the form of tests and trials. Charles Spurgeon once said that he had learned to “kiss the waves that dashed [him] against the Rock of Ages.” 

I love the good times, the easily received mountain top blessings of family, friends, resources, but it’s been in the valleys that I’ve experienced most the intimacy and tenderness of God. Bri led us as we worshipped in song, bowing in gratitude for the wonder and goodness of our God. The lyrics alone are meaningful, but the melody drives them home with even greater power. The song can be found online, but here are the words that ministered to me this morning:

… I love You, Lord

For Your mercy never fails me

All my days, I've been held in Your hands

From the moment that I wake up

Until I lay my head

Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

… And all my life You have been faithful

And all my life You have been so, so good

With every breath that I am able

Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

… I love Your voice

You have led me through the fire

In the darkest night

You are close like no other

I've known You as a Father

I've known You as a Friend

And I have lived in the goodness of God

… And all my life You have been faithful 

And all my life You have been so, so good

With every breath that I am able

Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God 

… 'Cause Your goodness is running after

It's running after me

Your goodness is running after

It's running after me

With my life laid down

I'm surrendered now

I give You everything

'Cause Your goodness is running after

It's running after me

The loving faithfulness of our God revealed by the Holy Spirit in Jesus Christ is worthy of our praise, so tonight, I sing again of the goodness of God. Thank you, Bri, for leading us into the Presence of God this morning.