7 SONGS OF COMFORT - GRACE'S PLAYLIST

This has been on my heart for a long time to create my own playlist of songs to upload on the net. So, I will be adding few songs close to my heart that I listen to when I am down or just need some comfort, especially during the storms of life.

This is my go-to playlist when that I have listened to  hundred times. These songs have personally ministered to me and encouraged me during tough times in this journey of life. Click on the title of the song to listen to it.

1. Thy will be done | Hillary Scott

This song has helped me get through my journey of bareness and miscarriage. Some of the lines are just penned out of my feelings. All I needed to do is to acknowledge the sovereignity of God and let His will be done. Here are my favourite lines from the song in random order.

I don't wanna think

I may never understand

That my broken heart is a part of your plan

When I try to pray

All I've got is hurt and these four words

Thy will be done

It's hard to count it all joy

Distracted by the noise

Just trying to make sense

Of all your promises

Sometimes I gotta stop

Remember that you're God

And I am not

2. Praise His Name | Gaither Music - ft. Jeff & Sheri Easter

When I felt like everything was falling apart and when my heart was broken, this song spoke to my heart. It healed my pain. It's amazing how a song can comfort you.

When everything falls apart praise His name

When you have a broken heart raise your hands and say

Lord, You're all I need, You're everything to me

And He'll take the pain away

3. When I cry | Gaither Music - ft. Marshall Hall, Guy Penrod, Wes Hampton

This is my all-time favourite songs ever. I love every line. I cry everytime I listen to it. It is so special  to me that whey I cry, He cries and when I'm hurt, he's hurt too. Isn't that sweet?

When I Cry makin' a list of all of the

Good things You've done for me

Lord, I've never been one to complain

But right now I'm lost and

I can't find my way

My world's come apart and

It's breakin' my heart

But it helps to know Your

Heart is breakin' too when I cry, You cry

When I hurt, You hurt when I've lost someone

It takes a piece of You, too

And when I fall on my face

You fill me with grace

'Cause nothin' breaks Your heart

Or tears You apart like when I cry

4. Praise You in the storm | Casting Crowns

If you have ever called me on my phone, you would have definitely heard this song. This is another life song. It reminds me to Praise God in every storm of life. Yes, I will raise my hand and praise the God who gives and takes away.

And I'll praise You in this storm

And I will lift my hands

For You are who You are

No matter where I am

And every tear I've cried

You hold in Your hand

You never left my side

And though my heart is torn

I will praise You in this storm

5. Grace | Laura Story

If not for God's grace upon my life, I wouldn't be alive today. He picks up every time we fall. His mercies are new every morning. His grace is sufficient for us. His strength is made perfect in our weakness.

I ask you, "How many times will you pick me up

When I keep on letting you down?"

And each time I will fall short of Your glory

How far will forgiveness abound?

And You answer, "My child, I love you

And as long as you're seeking My face

You'll walk in the power of My daily sufficient grace"

6. I will sing - Don Moen

This is the sincerest song /prayer ever. I can relate to the lyrics when I don't feel like praying and when I feel God is far. Yes, I will sing and praise Him through the sorrow and the pain.

Lord, You seem so far away

A million miles or more, it feels today

And though I haven't lost my faith

I must confess right now

That it's hard for me to pray

But I don't know what to say

And I don't know where to start

But as You give the grace

With all that's in my heart

I will sing, yes, I will praise, even in my darkest hour

Through the sorrow and the pain

I will sing, I will praise, lift my hands to honor You

Because Your word is true, I will sing

7. He will carry You | Scott Wesley Brown

This song is such an encouragement when you have a huge problem, mountain, storm or sorrow. A faith based comforting song that God will carry you through whatever you may be facing today.

There is no problem too big

God cannot solve it

There is no mountain too tall

God cannot move it

There is no storm too dark

God cannot calm it

There is no sorrow too deep

He cannot soothe it

Oh, if He carried the weight of the world upon His shoulders

I know my brother that He will carry you

Hope you liked my playlist. If you have any song you listen to, please share with me. I would love to hear from you :)

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HEALING

 Healing is a process slow and sure,

Like the growth of a tree, it may be obscure.

But with time and care, it will endure,

And the wounds will finally be pure.

It's not just a physical mend,

But an emotional and spiritual blend.

It's a journey that requires a friend,

Someone to hold your hand until the end.

Healing is a choice we make each day,

To let go of the past and find a new way.

It's a chance to let our light shine and play,

And to live life in a brand new way.

So take a deep breath, and let it out,

And know that healing is what life's all about.

It's the beauty of falling and getting up,

And the strength it takes to heal, to be enough.

It's the journey that makes us who we are,

It's the scars that show how far we've come,

It's the healing that makes us shine like a star,

And the peace that comes when all is done.

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HOLD ON

 Feeling low, can't shake this cold

Can't escape this heavy load

Days are long and nights are cold

Wish that I could break this hold

Hold on, hold on

You're not alone

Hold on, hold on

You'll make it through

Thoughts are jumbled, can't think straight

Feels like everything's too late

Can't escape this pain inside

But I know you can get through alright

Hold on, hold on

You're not alone

Hold on, hold on

You'll make it through

You'll find the light in the darkest night

You'll make it through with all your might

Keep on fighting till the end

You'll be able walk alright again

Hold on, hold on

You're not alone

Hold on, hold on

You'll make it through

Hold on, hold on

You're not alone

You'll make it through this on ur own

Just a few more months to play

Hold on, hold on, 

You'll make it through another day.

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I WILL ALWAYS BE THANKFUL

I gave you my time.

I gave you my body.

I gave you my sleep.

I gave you my prayers, my tears, my nights, and my days.

There were moments where I felt like I gave you all of me.

Moments when I wondered if there was more of me left to give to you.

And in those moments when I felt like I had nothing left to give, I was reminded what you give to me.

You give me a new perspective, a better way to see the world.

You give me a new look at time. How it is precious, and how each moment counts.

You gave me a new body, one that is strong and powerful and flawed all at once.

You give me a new faith, one that knows I can’t do this life on my own strength.

You give me a new name, "mummy",  one that you say over and over, a name with so much meaning and worth.

You give me a new version of myself, one that is more compassionate, caring, and hopeful then the one before.

So even when I give you my body, time, sleep, days, and night, I know that it is worth it, that its meaningful, that these little moments matter.

That motherhood is full of seasons of giving and moments of receiving.

That even though this is one of the hardest things I have ever done, it is also the best thing I have ever done.

God gave me to you, and you to me, and for that I will always be thankful.

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A COVID 19 STORY OF HOPE

While last year we were chilling at home during the lockdown and making dalgona coffees, baking cakes, browsing for recipes and becoming master chefs, this year has been totally different. There isn’t a family or a relative or a friend of someone who isn’t affected by the corona virus. While we hear multiple sad stories around the world, I would like to share a story which might bring hope and encouragement to someone reading this post.

It was on Saturday the 17^th of April,  that I clearly remember, dad got fever and was extremely tired. For the next couple of days, I could see that his health began to deteriorate and he became very weak. Three days later, at around 12 in the night he said he had difficulty in breathing. We immediately rushed him to the hospital and he was given some drips and medication. The doctors asked us to monitor his temperature, oxygen and test for covid. The next day his PCR result was negative. He had already done the covid test twice before and they were all negative as well. He had continuous temperature. Two days later he had diarrhea, his oxygen slightly dropped and he could barely move. I checked with a doctor nearby and he advised us to get him admitted to an hospital immediately. This was exactly one week after the first instance of the symptom.

We called many hospitals and informed many of our near and dear ones to find some hospital but could not get a bed. Also, since his test was negative, we couldn’t get the government to allocate a bed for him. We then reached out to dad's friend who owns a hospital and we took him there. Immediately they did a CT scan which showed traces of covid. Although there were no available bed in the hospital, they accommodated him and made special arrangements to get him admitted by God’s grace. They started the covid treatment immediately. They then ran few tests and confirmed it’s covid.  Those few days of him being in the hospital was one of the toughest days. None of us could meet him. Once a day he texted/ called and said he was doing okay. We also tried a lot to get the remedesivir injections for him since the hospital had run out of stock. We nearly made 100 calls altogether. We finally got them as well purely by Gods mercy. It was a miracle that 5 days later we got a call that dad can be discharged. God has been extremely kind to us. We were overjoyed to welcome him back home. Although he had to be quarantined for 14 days, we were quite relieved that he is out of danger. 

Finally, we got him tested after 14 days and he was negative. He finally walked out of the closed doors of his room 2 days ago. At 69, he fought covid and he is back to being healthy again. Yesterday, (13^th May) he preached his first sermon post his covid experience. We’ve had loads of people praying for dad. I would like to really thank you all for your care, concern and prayers.

There is hope at 69. Don’t give up. This too shall pass. My prayers are with those who are fighting this battle at the moment. I also know few couldn’t make it and it really hurts. My heart goes out to their families. We don’t really understand why but we will soon see them on the other side of the shore. We can survive all this. God gives us the strength. Soon, new mornings will come. The flowers will bloom, and the streets will become active. The sun will shine more brightly. The best is yet to come. Hang in there.

Leaving behind a scripture from Psalm 91 that God gave me during this unprecedented time:

“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him.”

Latest picture of dad and me <3

If not, He is still good.

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PROOF OF ANSWERED PRAYERS

Sadly, my birthday month is coming to an end! Oh, how I love July! 😊 beside the month of July, October and December are my favorites too! Days are flying the fastest ever, isn't it? In fact, the first half of this year has been like a blink of an eye! Amidst the pandemic and all the weird things happening on earth, I am somewhat at peace, knowing that the supreme God is in control of EVERYTHING!

Like every year, I pen down my birthday verse or something that I have been meditating during my birthday month/ week and asking God to give me that Rhema from heaven. This year I’m super excited to share with you the same. I was reading Psalm 34, on my birthday and verse 4 stood out to me so clearly. It says,

“I sought the LORD, and He answered me.”

When dad prayed for me also he mentioned the same lines of the verse. Immediately I knew it was my birthday verse, with that as a confirmation. I have been meditating of how God has been so good to me. Indeed, that’s been my testimony the whole of my life. I have had so many answers to prayers. Some super silly ones like, “Lord please give me a smiling baby” to “Lord please give me a fossil watch”. And I have got both. I think, I kind of tell God very specifically what I want. I have even told God I want a husband like my dad. It’s super funny how Solomon and my dad have some exactly similar answers to some of the conversations I have with them. God is a PRAYER ANSWERING GOD. He loves to hear His children.

Just like I listen to my baby; God listens to us, His babies. My biggest answer to prayer is Jaden, my son. We named him JADEN, meaning “God has heard” in Hebrew. Every time we call Jaden, it’s a reminder that God indeed hears and answers our prayers. Having said that, I want to encourage you all to wait on the Lord. In His time, He will answer your prayers according to His will. Meanwhile, make your silly requests specific like I do 😉

This picture is a proof that God answers prayers!

I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of Him. I Samuel 1:27

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I'M AT MY BREAKING POINT

I had to peace-out this week…

I have been burning out. And from that depleted place, I was becoming a version of myself I didn’t quite like. A wing of a bird to fly away to the mountain is what I needed to take a break and recover. I had reached my breaking point!

Google defines “Breaking point” as, “The point at which something breaks down or gives way. The breaking point of something is the point at which stress has increased so much that things begin to fall apart or break down. Before something has reached its breaking point, it has undergone many trials and tensions.” I have been physically exhausted, mentally drained, socially overstimulated, emotionally emptied, spiritually weary and creatively uninspired. That’s exactly the state I had reached.

Everyone reaches their breaking point in their life when life throws weight at you and you throw back the weight at life. Have you every felt like you reached your boiling point? Maybe it could be something like a personal relationship or may be a failing health, financial, emotional or just physical exhaustion? What do I do in such a state?

The scripture connects to one such character, Martha who was so worked up and stressed that she complains to Jesus about her situation. Lord Jesus says, “Martha, dear Martha, you’re fussing far too much and getting yourself worked up over nothing. One thing only is essential, and Mary has chosen it—it’s the main course, and won’t be taken from her.” (Luke 10:41-42 MSG)

Yes, I had to take off and just sit before God. I had to:

1. Repent before God.

I had to talk to God. I was like, “God, I’m coming back to you. I need you more than ever. I can’t do this on my own. I give my life into your hands. I’m sorry for not including You in my busy schedule”. I had to be honest before Him.

2. Repair my heart.

My heart was all over the place. My heart kept going to the wrong places. My heart needed to love God more than my family, food and friends. My heart was busy. My heart was broken. My heart had to be fixed. I had to give my heart to God. My heart needed a repair.

3. Refocus on my calling. 

I know that I have been put on this planet for a purpose. I am here to do a job. I am here to live for Him. I am here to glorify His name. I am here to obey His calling. I need to burn with passion for Him. I need to hear God speak to me.

4. Realign my life. 

I know this is one of the biggest causes of burnout. I need keep myself from drifting away from the goal set before me. I need to align with the gifts and talents God’s given me and use it for Him. I need the kind of energy that motivates me. I need to enjoy life.

5. Reset my priorities. 

I need to stop and think what is important. I need to focus on what will make me happy rather than those that drag me down. I need to put my energy on things that nourish my body, soul and spirit. I need to avoid things that might dehydrate my joy.

6. Reorganize my day. 

Lock-down doesn’t mean that they day is different from the non-lock-down days. The day must begin and end with God. Rather God must be God is in my every day. He must take precedence in every thought, every decision and every action.

7. Restart my writing.

They say do what you love. And half the stress is gone. I love doing the things that make me happy.  I love designing. I love creativity. I love writing.  I need to be passionate about what I do. I need to make time for things I love to do.

Some one said, “Sometimes you have to reach your breaking point in order to breakthrough!”

I’m experiencing my season of breakthrough, are you?

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GOD, YOU ARE STILL GOOD

If your life story was ever written as a book, what would the theme be? I read these themes in an article — “Family faces financial crisis,” “Doctors declare incurable disease,” “Anxiety and fear become crippling,” whatever it is you’re going through — it’s not over.  Be encouraged today that, whatever you may be facing today is temporary! God is waiting to be good to you!

If my life story was to be given a theme, it would be, "Goodness of God"! I can boldly testify saying that my life has been full of Goodness of God in every season. I may be in the fire or furnace, mountain or a valley, I could see His Goodness in every way. Even if the answer is not what I want, God is still good!

When we are faced with a problem, there are three questions we can ask ourselves:

Do you see? 
Can you see the goodness of God in your life, despite the bad? Take a moment to find evidence of His goodness.

Do you hear? 
If you can’t see the goodness of God, can you hear what He’s saying to you about your situation?

Do you remember? 
If you can’t see God’s goodness, and you can’t hear what He’s saying, you can always remember what He has done for you in the past. Take a moment and reflect on all that God has done for you in the past months or years. Celebrate His goodness! You will realize that God's goodness runs after you in every season!

The song, Goodness of God" hit me so hard. It rings so true in my heart. While listening, I was holding my baby in my arms. I was thrown in an sea of memories, it has been always been amazing how God remained soooo faithful to me all my life. But this fact have never been so clearer, after a swelled heart, tears started running down my cheeks, I held my little one tight, kissed him and remembered that: he is the biggest GOODNESS OF GOD IN MY LIFE. I declare this song upon his dear life. That just as the goodness of God has been upon his mama, that the same goodness be upon him.

If at all one song that speaks my life, it is this one. The lyrics are so beautifully written:

Verse 1

I love You Lord

Oh 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

I will sing of the goodness of God

Chorus

All my life You have been faithful

All my life You have been so, so good

With every breath that I am able

I will sing of the goodness of God

Verse 2

I love Your voice

You have led me through the fire

In darkest nights

You are close like no other

I’ve known You as a father

I’ve known You as a friend

I have lived in the goodness of God

Bridge

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

Your goodness is running after, it’s running after me

My anthem this year. What a priceless reminder that God has been there every moment and I have always and will always live in His goodness!  Hope this song blesses you as it has blessed me!

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