Songs of Joy

written by Sandy Blaser, HRN

Even though the battle rages on, with all my heart I will trust in My God!

Throughout the years of my christian walk, God has been so very faithful to His promises. No my life has never been easy. You see, a crippling disease attacked my body at a young age. Therefore I have overcome many obstacles and continue to face strong hurdles along the way. But you see, I made a decision long ago….no matter how rugged the journey gets, I will Trust the Lord and cling tightly to a promise that HIS hand of Mercy will guide me through the heated trials of life.

For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you,  Do not fear; I will help you. Isaiah 41:13

Now I admit, there are times I’m tempted to just pick-up my toys and go home. Yes, The ole enemy ls persistent, but when the devil starts planting the thought of giving up, that triggers me into action…I begin dwelling upon all the answered prayers and good things that God has done in my life. And with the Lord’s help I keep pressing onward to the finish line, proclaiming the Lord’s amazing faithfulness to me!

You see, I have learned….when a mind is set upon Christ, He begins to flood the heart with jOy and fill the mouth with a songs of Praise! Suddenly I find myself dancing for jOy in the presence of my Holy Lord! You see, I have found that this is the secret to overcoming trials… it is GOD’S Love and “Joy” that keeps me going strong even in the midst of it all!

So when dark clouds seem to be coming your way, just lift your hands toward Heaven and start rejoicing. Focus on the faithfulness of the Lord, and lift your voice proclaiming HIS goodness and His Mercy. Begin thanking the Lord for His answers even when you don’t see it! Keep trusting that sweet victory is just around the bend. Believe me, our enemy can’t stand to be in a place where the jOy of the Lord abides!!

O Lord, May our mouths be filled with laughter, our tongues with Songs of JOY! May it be said among the Nations, “The Lord has done great and mighty things for them.” (Psalm 126:2)
For the JOY of the Lord is our strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10)

“Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY comes in the morning!”

(Psalms 30:5)

Sandy Blaser, ~Healing Rain to the Nations

Please Take time to listen to this beautiful song below…..

Who You Are To Me – Chris Tomlin ft. Lady A – Lyric Video

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Ice Skating on the Pond

written by: Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

On this chilly morning I set bundled in a blanket watching the flames dance in the fireplace. My mind begin’s to drift through the pages of yesteryear’s.…

I can just hear my sweet Daddy’s voice of excitement waking me up for School…”Sis, it won’t be long till the ice on the pond is thick enough to Skate!”

As snowflakes began to fill the air, us kids would keep a watchful eye on the ole thermometer hangin’ on the front porch. When temps began dropping towards “0″, and winds got bitter cold, we knew it wouldn’t be long. Daddy would never let us kids on the pond until the ice was a certain thickness. Every morning Dad had to chop a waterhole for the cows, therefore he kept close watch on the thickness of the ice. Then came the moment we had been waiting for… the big “OK, Let’s Skate”!!

Sometimes Mom and Dad and even our old dog would join us kids!  We had no skates, but I had the next best thing…a pair of old black and white Saddle Oxford’s.  Them leather sole’s were mighty slick! 

As the giggles rang throughout the Holler, the ole Cows gathered around in curiosity!  Oh what plain simple fun we had together there on that ole Pond.  For those moments in time, worries and concerns were left at the pond-bank as the air was filled with jOy and laughter and oh yes, even a few snowball’s!!

We skated till our fingers and toes we’re frozen numb. Then we headed to the old farmhouse where Momma’s steaming hot chocolate and a warm fire was awaiting us. Oh yes, I remember how bad the frozen fingers and toes hurt as they began to warm up! But oh…it was so worth it!! I will forever cherish my Family and all the sweet memories of the simple-life, growing up in the Holler!!

Jesus was the center of our Family life.  We depended upon the Lord for everything.  Below is a Favorite song our Family loved to sing together.  Come on and Lift you voice and rejOice!….Enjoy this beautiful old Gospel Song that was very much a part of my wonderful life in the Holler!   Be blessed!  ~San, Healing Rain to the Nations

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He is a Good Father

written by: Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. (Psalm 118:29) 

Thankfulness is birthed when we bow our hearts; as well as our knees…When I call upon His name I find my God is always ready to listen and accept me… just as I am. For a few quiet moments I close my eyes and began opening my heart.  God lovingly begins revealing my very soul.  Suddenly I sense HIS wonderful love flowing over me.  I taste HIS Forgiveness, HIS Grace, HIS Goodness and Mercy, it’s then I know…HE is all I need!

My Friend, no matter where you have been or what you have done, the Lord is always there waiting with open arm’s, eager to forgive, always ready to love you back to His heart! Run to His presence, there you will find love and acceptance and fullness of joy, a bright hope for tomorrow and a reason to live!  HE is a good, good Father!  Be blessed by this beautiful song….

Casting Crowns – Good Good Father (Live)

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“Jesus”…The Music of My Soul

written by: Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

Music has always been a big part of my life. When I was a little girl I sang in the kids choir at Church. When at home I played church,,,I lined up my dollies on the couch and would sing and preach to them. Over the years I sung in Church Choirs and ministered with numerous Gospel Music Groups. Even now I greatly enjOy gathering around the ole piano with Friends and singing!!

When I’m doing housework, cooking, gardening or shopping, I am always humming and singing a song. Most of the time I’m not even aware of it till it’s brought to my attention when someone approaches and tells me they are enjoying my song!

You see…Jesus has placed so much jOy in my soul I just can’t contain it!!

The Lord is my Strength and shield. I trust Him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with jOy. I burst out in songs of Thanksgiving.

(Psalm 26:7)

The Lord is my Helper, my Sustainer, my Strength and Protector. the Lifter of my Head and so much more!! Through life’s trial’s and challenges I’ve learned to trust my Lord with all my heart!!  So, when I think of Jesus and what He means to me, my ole heart overflows with so much jOy that I burst out in a hApPy little tune of Praise….anywhere, anytime!  “Jesus” truly is the music of my soul and the reason my ole heart RejOices!!

So no matter where you are or what you’re doing, come on and strike up a little tune…”SiNg for Jesus”!!

This is just one of my favorites…EnjOy!!  ~San

His Eye is On the Sparrow by Selah

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Noble  Character

This scripture speaks of how to be an excellent Wife and Mother, but the first step is to spend time with the Lord, preparing your heart and drawing closer to the heart of the Father. No matter what stage you are in life, or in your walk with the Lord, striving to become a Proverbs 31 Woman should be put into practice daily.So I encourage you to keep the scriptures posted before you. The ‘Proverbs 31’ Wife is a good provider and protector for all those she loves and cares about. She may be wise to the ways of the world, but her life is guided by the wisdom of God. The key to being a Wife of noble character is found in verse 30, …”But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised”.

My prayer is that you will become a dynamic reflection of God’s amazing love!

~Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

Proverbs 31 Woman

A wife of noble character who can find?

She is worth far more than rubies.

Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.

She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.

She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.

She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants.

She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.

She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.

She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.

She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet.

She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple. Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.

She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes.

She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.

She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.”

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

~Healing Rain to the Nations

Chris Tomlin – Lord I Need You

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Good Morning Friends, As we step into this a new day, I pray your life to be  devoted to the Will of The Father!  Whether it’s a day of work, church, enjoying family & friends, a time of relaxation or just taking pleasure in God’s created beauty, wherever your feet may trod, I pray your spiritual senses are alert as the Lord reveals HIS TRUTH and LOVE to you in very special ways!

Every moment we breathe the breath of  life, it is a special gift from God. So today… May you began experiencing the Lord’s Divine Revelation as HE tenderly touches your body, spirit, mind and soul…bringing healing, hope & purpose to your life!  I pray that with every step of each new day, you will grow deeper and more passionately in love with The Lord!  May this become the cry of your heart…”O Lord, Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.” (Psalm 143:8)

Posted here is one of the most beautiful songs! Every time I listen to it, it’s so refreshing and up lifting. Nothing like the Presence of God; it’s so unique and special.  Click on this link below and listen to this beautiful song….EnjOy!  Come on…Step into His presence, making this a grand and Glorious Day! ~San, Healing Rain to the Nations

Your Presence is Heaven to Me… by Israel Houghton

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“RejOice”

Let the heavens Rejoice, let the earth be glad; let them say among the Nations,  “The Lord Reigns!”  (1 Chronicles 16:31)

“…Rejoice in everything you have put your hand to, because the Lord your God has blessed you”. (Deut. 12:7)

May this be a beautiful day of Worship, filled filled with the jOy of the Lord! 

~ Healing Rain to the Nations

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The Perfect Tree

Written by:  Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

I have many beautiful memories of my Brother and I spending hours wading through the snow with a strong determination of finding the perfect Tree.

After we found just the right one, we hitched up “Trigger” our old horse, then went back to the woods and cut the Tree down and hauled it to the house on the old horses’ back.

Momma always had a big pot of steaming Hot Chocolate waiting on the old Wood Stove to warm up these two frozen kids!  It was my Daddy’s job to get that Cedar Tree trimmed and into the house.  Now I could never figure out how that tree could look so small out there in the woods and be so huge when we tried to get through the front door!!  I’m positive that Cedar Tree grew another couple feet after we cut it!! *:o)

Daddy got the ole hand-saw and would generally cut at least 2-feet off in order to get the Tree into the house.  I can still hear Daddy giggling as he looked at me and said…”Why didn’t you get a bigger one Sis”??!!

Written by:  Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

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