From Isaiah 9:2:  The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.”

Facing each new trial

Fearing defeat once more

Source of strength found in Christ

Witnessing His open door

Darkness shrinking away

Mercy’s light shining in

Source of hope found in Christ

Faith’s renewal now begins

Hearing His trusted Word

Walking truth’s righteous road

Source of hope found in Christ

Lessoning life’s heavy load

Bloodied cross flows with tears

Empty tomb sharing light

Source of joy found in Christ

Enemy’s lies taking flight

Accepting morning’s grace

Forgiving every sin

Source of love found in Christ

Believing what’s felt within

From Joel 3:16:  “The Lord roars from Zion and utters His voice from Jerusalem, and the heavens and the earth shake.  But the Lord is a refuge for His people, a stronghold for the people of Israel.”