“It Is Well” helps listeners turn their attention toward God’s presence when grief feels overwhelming. This modern worship song includes a portion of the original hymn written by Horatio Spafford, “It Is Well with My Soul.” This modern worship song echoes the confession of Horatio Spafford’s hymn “It Is Well with My Soul,” although it is a distinct song. Spafford knew profound grief after his four daughters died when the Ville du Havre sank in the Atlantic; his wife, Anna, survived the disaster. He later wrote the hymn while crossing the waters near where his daughters had died. The repetitive chorus throughout “It Is Well” reminds us that God is with us every step of the way.
Through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And through it all, through it all
It is well
And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And it is well with me
The key is to keep your eyes on the Lord. Though it seems impossible to recover from grief, God will lead you through it as you abide in Him. And through it all, He will guide you.
Let’s pray …
Heavenly Father,
Please keep our eyes on You through this difficult trial. Our hearts are broken, God, but we know You are the great Mender. Through it all, we trust that You are sovereign and just. Ultimately, we rest in the words, “It is well with my soul.”
In the name of Your Son, Jesus,
Amen.
Source: Bethel Music
“Is He Worthy” by Andrew Peterson
“Is He Worthy” acknowledges the world’s brokenness while directing worship toward Christ and His promised restoration. The beauty of this song brings comfort to the soul. Through honest lyrics that ask thought-provoking questions and give awe-inspiring answers, you can’t help but pray and worship as this song is played. The song begins with words that touch the heart of every person experiencing grief on any level:
Do you feel the world is broken?
(We do)
Do you feel the shadows deepen?
(We do)
But do you know that all the dark won’t
Stop the light from getting through?
(We do)
Do you wish that you could see it all made new?
(We do)
As the song continues, it points to the Lion of Judah, who conquered the grave—a shining example of our God’s restorative nature. Is He Worthy will lead you into a time of precious prayer and worship as you lay your grief at the feet of the Lord.
Let’s pray …
Gracious God,
We come to You, heartbroken and unable to find the words to pray. Please receive the cry of our hearts today. Everything around us feels so dark. We long to see Your light! Please make all things new and remind us that You have, indeed, conquered the grave!
In the mighty name of Jesus,
Amen.
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Source: Andrew Peterson
