Having you there

Yesterday's BLOG was a tribute to friendship.  Have you ever thought about the people in your life and how their presence has made the difference.  Think about some of the good and proud moments that you have had, and the people that were there to help you celebrate.  Now think about some of your low and failing moments, which you would rather forget.  Who was there with you to help you gain peace from broken pieces?  It's possible that in both scenarios the same people were there.  In both good times and bad times, it is important to know that you have people in your corner.

I am reminded of the song, "Having you there made the difference."  This is one of my favorite gospel songs.  I actually had the opportunity to sing this song with a choir during my undergraduate years.  The Mississippi Mass Choir originally recorded the song.  Go to youtube and check it out.  It will bless you!

It's message is simple.  Having you there made the difference.  The world is hurting.  At this moment, someone is grieving, sick, has lost a job, a home or maybe even their faith and hope in God.  You can make the difference in their lives by simply being there.  You may not have eloquent words or solutions to offer, but your presence can make all the difference.  Have you been there for someone lately?

Let the lyrics minister to you.

We have come to praise and magnify the Lord,
For all that he has done, and for the victory we have won.
In the good times and in the bad times,
In the happy times and in the sad times,
Having you there; made the difference.
Just having you there.

Having you there made the difference.
When the storms of life are raging 
and the billows are tossing high,
you gave me strength and courage,
because you were standing by.

I thank you for your mercy.
I thank you for grace.
For there is no other one, 
who could ever take your place
When my friends walked out, 
you stepped right on in.
Said you'll always be with me,
through the thick and the thin.

Just having you in my life, made the difference!

Peace,
Karsten