Lost . . . . and Found.

What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things? . . . Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? . . . No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. - Romans 8:31-37

Have you ever felt completely lost? Where you simply don't know where to go next, what's happening, or even which foot to take the next step? A few days ago I wrote a song entitled, "Lost". It truly reflects the desperation of being lost, but at the same time displays the awesome, redemptive power of Christ.

Here's a short excerpt from the song that will eventually be on our new album coming by the end of the summer. I've also included a few helpful thoughts along with the lyrics, that will hopefully help anyone who is looking for a spiritual "compass", or "guiding light".

"Lost"

As I walk this lonely shore,

I feel like I’ve been abandoned.

‘Cause without you, I am hopelessly

Tossed away, left waiting for your sunrise.

Suffering this loneliness,

Fighting off all hopes to quit,

‘Cause without you I am nothing,

Without you, I am lost.

[Chorus]

So take me in your arms, Lord!

Take me in your arms tonight!

Where I can be, safely, Alive.

You and I together, never torn apart,

I once was lost, I once was blind;

But I’ve been found, been turned around, and I’m alive!

Confusion results when we can't connect our perception with reality, when we are spiritually lost in our walk with Chrsit. It hits us physically, emotionally, and mentally. Worst of course is spiritual confusion—when we can't connect what is happening with our sense of who we know God to be: the God that I know would never let this happen. It's an awful thing to let this kind of confusion go on for a long time.

Here are four truths that can act like a spiritual compass, to help you find your way back to God when you feel lost:

First of all, God always has a plan for you. He is not surprised about anything. He has never paced the floor. He is in complete control.

Second, God's timing is always perfect in your life. He has never been late—or early; He is always right on time. It's difficult to see God's perfect timing when you are in the midst of a trial, but think about your life. Rehearse a situation when God's timing was right and let that memory encourage you in the situation you face today.

Third, you have nothing to fear. That doesn't mean you automatically avoid all that's painful in life. But I guarantee you that every person in heaven reflects on his or her life and agrees that even the tragic events turned out for God's glory.

Fourth, you've got a lot to learn. Too often I want to handle situations myself; I think I know better. But if you humble yourself in the midst of painful circumstances, you will realize that God uses everything to accomplish His good in your life.

So if you feel like you are lost, it is not too late to turn the car around. Just follow God's directions, and I promise you will find Him. I pray this will encourage someone, but even more so I hope that our next album will bring true hope to those in need. Take care, and God Bless;