I am of the opinion that the greatest danger confronting the Christian church and every individual Christian at this moment is to fail to understand and appreciate the absolute necessity of a precise, clear knowledge of the truth.
~ D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Sunday, April 29, 2007

The Family Of God

This week's hymn/song is one of my Mom's favorites from years ago. I know that she and Dad appreciate all the prayers you've offered up this week on their behalf. And so do Denny, Nik and Zack, and I.

I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God
I’ve been washed in the fountain
And cleansed by His blood
Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod
For I’m a part of the family
The family of God

You will notice we say "brother and sister" 'round here
It’s because we’re a family and these folks are so near
When one has a heartache we all share the tears
We rejoice in each victory in this family so dear

I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God
I’ve been washed in the fountain
And cleansed by His blood
Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod
For I’m part of the family
The family of God

From the door of an orphanage to the house of the King
No longer an outcast, a new song I sing
From rags unto riches, from the weak to the strong
I’m not worthy to be here but praise God I belong

I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God
I’ve been washed in the fountain
And cleansed by His blood
Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod
For I’m a part of the family
The family of God

Yes I’m a part of His family
The family of God

© 1970 by William J. Gaither. All rights reserved.

2 comments:

ann_in_grace said...

How blessed you are, who have this family tradition of being Christians in generations...

GGBIW said...

Praise GOD that he has called you.Chosen of GOD,HIS ELECT.The great day of our LORD JESUS fast approaches as he has given the date of his return as he always warns his ELECT of impending destruction.We are the children of LIGHT. To GOD be the GLORY. GGBIW