The Minster Plays Rudolf

Entertainingly as I walked into the city centre yesterday, I realised that the minster bells were playing Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer. Now that did bring a bemused smile to my face...

In Honour of Sarah

I want to dedicate this post today to my cousin Sarah, much loved daughter, sister, cousin, niece, granddaughter and friend. Another year has passed and yet we miss you still the same.

Pebble Baby Jesus

Found a link to this story on my church website. Beautiful.

I Will Praise You in this Storm

Heard this song by Casting Crowns last Christmas on a CD of my parents. At the moment it seems to be the best worship I can give God in the middle of my storm.

"Praise You In This Storm" Casting Crowns

I was sure by now
God You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say "Amen", and it's still raining

As the thunder rolls
I barely hear Your whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
And as Your mercy falls

I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

CHORUS
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

I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry to you
And you raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can't find You

But as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

CHORUS

I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The Maker of Heaven and Earth
(REPEAT)

CHORUS