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These are lyrics I wrote 45 years ago. My very talented friend, Margo Edwards, set my words to music and together we directed a little children's musical about Noah and the animals on the ark.
Ever since, these songs come back to me at odd times, usually when I need to hear the message they convey. During my isolation the song Faith is Believing became an ear worm in my head. I spent a long time looking through boxes of old writing (yes, I did write many years on paper only!) for this particular song. And, it seems an appropriate message for our pandemic-weary souls. So this is for those of you that are overseeing children's schooling at home, for those of you working from home, for those who have been laid off, or had a business that closed, those who are working on the front lines, or just those of you concerned about all that is happening in our world. Faith is Believing Faith is believing in what you can't see, Knowing that God will provide. Faith is just knowing that He is in charge, Always walking by your side. Chorus: Faith doesn't doubt Him or worry or stew, Faith doesn't question why, For God knows what He's doing after all, He's smarter than you or I! Faith is just building an ark when you're told, And taking a long boat ride, Knowing that God knows the "whys and the wheres," If you'll let Him be your guide. These weeks do seem like a very long boat ride. But, I do know, like Noah, that all I need to do is build the boat when He tells me. He's in charge of where the boat takes me. Cast all your anxiety upon Him, because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
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Diane T. Holmes
4/23/2020 09:22:09 am
Susan, you write such good messages - even at such a young age! And to have someone put music to your words is remarkable. Your message is so great at this particular time - not just for families with young children but for all of us. I loved it. Keep up the good work …. and don't forget to save me a copy of your latest released novel - if I ever get out and around!
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AuthorSusan Lawrence taught elementary school for 33 years before hanging up her chalkboard to write and speak. She writes novels for both adults and middle grade children. Susan lives in Iowa with her husband and short-legged Lab, Molly. She has 3 children and 7 grandchildren who love to hear her stories. Archives
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