All Other Ground is Sinking Sand

Psalm 92

The hymn “My Hope is Built on Nothing Less” and the familiar tune “On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand…” came up when I researched this Psalm which is considered a song and written for the Sabbath day.  For many of us, Sunday or Sabbath Day has been and is the day that we express ourselves while we worship our wonderful God.  Having grown up at Central, our family has worshiped on Sundays.  My memories of going with my family helped shape my faith journey.  I have gradually grown to honor the gift of our Savior by gathering with others to sing praises and learn more of His words.

Psalm 92 describes David’s feelings of peace, thanksgiving and warmth that God gives us.  I can relate to this and perhaps most of us on Sundays as we are filled with the Holy Spirit and a sense of renewal.  This time is for focusing on being thankful for all the blessings that have been freely given, along with strength to overcome the challenges of our lives.  Singing and listening to our great music teams bring feelings and emotions that generally only happen on the Sabbath.   Also, to hear the words of our pastor, pray for others and fellowship are what make the worship experience so meaningful.

The first day of the week is an opportunity to get a boost and inspiration to carry on and share the love of Christ on the remaining six days of the week.  Over time, building discipline to study, worship, build our faith and give thanks while practicing what we learn about ourselves and others is what brings peace, love and joy.  May we grow together and strive to have gratitude, grow our faith and share with others while experiencing the blessing of giving rather than receiving.  As the hymn continues, “…All other ground is sinking sand.”

Written by Chris Mabry