Two songs came to me in response to today’s theme: Healing
At the turn of the century, I thought my world was falling apart. But time gave me a different perspective. “Just Be Held,” by Casting Crowns, affirmed, years later, that God had taken the divorce that brought me to my knees and replaced it with a miracle beyond my wildest dreams.
Hold it all together
Everybody needs you strong
But life hits you out of nowhere
And barely leaves you holding on
And when you’re tired of fighting
Chained by your control
There’s freedom in surrender
Lay it down and let it go
So when you’re on your knees and answers seem so far away
You’re not alone, stop holding on and just be held
Your world’s not falling apart, it’s falling into place
I’m on the throne, stop holding on and just be held
Just be held, just be held
If your eyes are on the storm
You’ll wonder if I love you still
But if your eyes are on the cross
You’ll know I always have and I always will
And not a tear is wasted
In time, you’ll understand
I’m painting beauty with the ashes
Your life is in My hands
So when you’re on your knees and answers seem so far away
You’re not alone, stop holding on and just be held
Your world’s not falling apart, it’s falling into place
I’m on the throne, stop holding on and just be held
Just be held, just be held
Lift your hands, lift your eyes
In the storm is where you’ll find Me
And where you are, I’ll hold your heart
I’ll hold your heart
Come to Me, find your rest
In the arms of the God who won’t let go
So when you’re on your knees and answers seem so far away
You’re not alone, stop holding on and just be held
Your world’s not falling apart, it’s falling into place
I’m on the throne, stop holding on and just be held
(Stop holding on and just be held)
Just be held, just be held
Just be held, just be held
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Natalie Grant sings, “Held,” a powerful song about being held through the devastating loss of a child. The song is written by Christa Nichole. Listening will convey the power and love best with this one:
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March 26, 2017 at 11:27 am
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March 26, 2017 at 11:47 am
🙂 Thanks, Tink.
March 26, 2017 at 11:46 am
I heard the song Just Be Held just recently and wow, did it ever have a profound effect on me! Love it!
March 26, 2017 at 11:49 am
Me, too! (The profound effect part.) 🙂 Thanks for sharing that!
March 26, 2017 at 12:13 pm
Oh, what a breath of fresh air….just perfect for this blessed Sunday when so many need encouragement and light….thank you for your efforts, JoAnna….you are such a blessing and I loved this post…thanks for sharing 🙂
March 26, 2017 at 9:25 pm
I’m so glad you loved these songs. They mean a lot to me as does your affirmation. 🙂
March 26, 2017 at 12:21 pm
wonderful being held
in those songs 🙂
March 26, 2017 at 9:26 pm
Glad you felt that, David. Makes me smile. 🙂
March 26, 2017 at 1:48 pm
Being held is a powerful healer and both songs portrayed that message in a beautiful way. Thank you so much for sharing! ❤
March 26, 2017 at 9:27 pm
My pleasure and honor, Helen. Thanks for hosting Song Lyric Sunday! ❤
March 26, 2017 at 10:20 pm
It is absolutely my pleasure.
March 26, 2017 at 2:58 pm
Right on time for me
March 26, 2017 at 9:27 pm
Yay! I’m so glad to hear that! Sending gentle hugs.
March 26, 2017 at 11:34 pm
That second one you posted really spoke to me. It reminded me of my niece, as she is barely one month old and I’ve been holding her a lot lately. Holding a baby is a powerful healer, but I then thought, listening to this one, about how that need sticks with us all our lives. Wonderful.
March 27, 2017 at 10:00 pm
What a beautiful way to clarify this deep truth! I’m so glad you and your niece get to share this love and that you have shared it with us, too. Thank you!
March 28, 2017 at 10:03 am
Such a powerful post, JoAnna! ❤ 'Lean heavily on God' ~ Over the years I've learned how true this advice is.
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March 28, 2017 at 3:19 pm
Thanks, Mary Lou. I’m learning and the blessings are flowing! ❤
March 28, 2017 at 4:39 pm
Thank you for the healing within the words of these two Songs JoAnna. xxx
March 29, 2017 at 5:32 am
Touch is really the strongest sense we have – the healing power of a friendly touch is beyond our understanding. Thank you for sharing this, JoAnna.
March 29, 2017 at 9:54 pm
True! You are welcome. Thanks for enjoying.
June 4, 2017 at 9:24 pm
Love this, so warm and comforting!
June 6, 2017 at 1:01 am
Oh, I’m so glad you felt that.