Romans 6:4 tells us: “We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.” When we die to ourselves, to our sin, we are buried with Jesus. Then, we are raised to new life as he was. The fact that I have abundant life in Christ helps me remember that I can have joy and peace daily, no matter what I face or what thoughts come into my mind.

The value of something can be proven when it stands the test of time. Like the hymns we sing at church on Sunday, or at home any day of the week. These theological melodies are timeless and are worth our time, attention, and voices still today. Join us as we study the timeless classic hymns that stir our hearts in worship of the Savior. 

I remember hearing it when we were attending a new church after moving out of state. The hymn, “In Christ Alone,” touched me as it played during this tough time of transition. It reminded me that there is hope in God, and he is always with me. This hymn sings to me of the truth that God is my peace, and that all fears are stilled in him as I struggle with anxiety. 

In Christ alone my hope is found. He is my light, my strength, my song. This cornerstone, this solid ground, firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace when fears are stilled, when strivings cease. My comforter, my all in all.

I love the opening to the song, because it gives me many reminders of who our God and Savior is–our only hope, our light, our strength and song, as well as our solid ground and peace–things I often forget.

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