I remember reading a chapter on women and their mothers in the book Captivating by John and Stasi Eldredge. The authors quoted a song which has stayed with me over the years, as it speaks so beautifully of God’s nurturing heart…
Oh gently lay your head
Upon my chest
And I will comfort you
Like a mother while you rest
The tide can change so fast,
But I will stay
The same through the past,
The same in future, same today
I am constant; I am near
I am peace that shatters all your secret fears
I am holy; I am wise
I’m the only one who knows your heart’s desires
Oh weary, tired and worn,
Let out your sighs
And drop that heavy load you hold
Cause Mine is light
I know you through and through;
There’s no need to hide
I want to show you love
That is deep and high and wide
Oh gently lay your head
Upon my chest
And I will comfort you
Like a mother while you rest…
(‘I am’ by Jill Phillips)
Tonight I looked up the song on Youtube, and it helped me reflect on the peace-giving, soul-satisfying comfort that only God can give me. Here it is:
It's a God thing... 
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Thank you for reading 🙂 Have a blessed day, filled with His peace.
WOW, what fabulous lyrics from God–thanks for this gift today, Ali. God bless you BIG–love, sis Caddo
Thanks for reading Caddo – it’s wonderful when He speaks straight to our hearts isn’t it. Be blessed as you rest in His arms of comfort today.
This is so beautiful, Ali! Thank you for ministering to us today in such a comforting way. God bless you and yours!!
Thanks for stopping by Debbie – glad you can share in the comfort and peace the words bring. Blessings to you,
Ali
They are comforting words. Thanks for sharing.
Pleasure – thanks Patti, hope you are well.
John Eldredge is one of my favourite authors… I think the book I like the best by him is Waking the Dead. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Chris
I’m a big fan of his work too. I think that’s the only one I haven’t read – must check it out.
Blessings,
Ali
I had not heard this song before – it is beautiful. I’m glad you decided to share it on your blog!
It is isn’t it… so comforting! Thanks Janna. Have a wonderful weekend!