One of the most beautiful songs of this century is one written by Gloria Gaither titled "I Then Shall Live." This song has such a powerful message that when heard or read it will bring such a feeling of indebtedness and love to our Great Savior, Jesus Christ. I believe that the whole of Christ's message is contained in the three verses of this hymn.
I then shall live as one who’s been forgiven;
I’ll walk with joy to know my debts are paid.
I know my name is clear before my Father;
I am His child, and I am not afraid.
So greatly pardoned, I’ll forgive my brother;
The law of love I gladly will obey.
I then shall live as one who’s learned compassion;
I’ve been so loved that I’ll risk loving too.
I know how fear builds walls instead of bridges;
I’ll dare to see another’s point of view.
And when relationships demand commitment,
Then I’ll be there to care and follow You.
Your Kingdom come around and thro’ and in me,
Your power and glory let them shine thro’ me.
Your Hallowed Name, O may I bear with honor,
And may Your living Kingdom come in me.
The Bread of Life, O may I share with honor,
And may You feed a hungry world thro’ me.
Francis Shaeffer, who I would refer to as one of the greatest philosophers of this century, wrote a book entitled "How Should We Then Live." In this book Shaeffer covers centuries of history showing how from the generation after generation of people have turned away from the One who loves, saves, and redeems, and looks to other answers to lifes complicated questions.
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