Reflection on Philippians 4:4-8

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:4-8

I will rejoice even now for God is still God.

I will rejoice for He is still good and His plans are right.

Oh, may I be gentle for with this I do struggle,

But I want His light to shine bright through me.

Oh thank You, my Lord, that You are so near.

Help worry to stay far away from my heart.

As I pray to my Father, bring my heart close to Him.

And I’ll thank Him for the blessings that abound around me,

But not hide the hurt that He knows that I feel.

Your peace, Lord, there is nothing like that.

Your peace that guards my heart, that guards my mind.

And what shall I think on, oh, only on You

For Your word is true and You are noble, due honor,

Your ways are right and all you do is pure,

You are lovely and admirable, excellent too,

And worthy of praise; You are worthy of praise!

Any person, any thing that displays these virtues,

It’s by Your grace, You showing me You.

Yes, I’ll think about You, and Your peace will come.

I’ll think on Your grace, and You’ll comfort me there.