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In the Shadow of Your Grace (Devotional and Song)

Song: In the Shadow of Your Grace

Song: Grace, Grace, God’s Grace

Psalm 91:1-2 (NIV)

“Whoever dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'”

Devotional: The Whisper of Grace

As we grow older and reflect on our past, introspection often leads us to confront our inner turmoil. We may find ourselves burdened by shame and regret, feeling weighed down by a past that seems inescapable. The words we hear echo a profound truth: there are moments when we feel trapped in our own mess, struggling to find our way through the fog of despair. Yet amidst that chaos, the quiet, reassuring voice of our God whispers to us, urging us to turn from our confusion and walk toward His Truth.

This voice is ever-present—a gentle yet persistent reminder that we are not alone. I hear Your voice, Lord. Just the whisper of Your voice, pleading with me to turn away from that mess. The choice to turn back to You does not demand grand gestures—it begins with the simple act of turning. And so, I did turn. I took one step, just one step…and then another. Each step is a testament to faith, a testament to hope found in Your grace.

You call out to me in my weariness, saying, “Give me your burden, and I will take care of you.” It is a promise laden with comfort, though I wrestle with the weight of it. After so many years of distancing myself from hope, the question arises: How do I trust after all these years of hardness? My shame feels great, my faith is weak, and honestly, I am just tired.

But in my vulnerability, I hear Your gentle invitation again: “Come to Me, and I will give you rest.” This eternal rest is the deep peace my soul craves—a peace that washes over me and quiets the storms within. There is indeed Hell on Earth—and it’s called separation from You. When disconnected from Your love, my spirit wanders in a wilderness of doubt and despair, searching for solace in all the wrong places. Each lie I held onto felt like a step deeper into darkness.

Yet, there exists Heaven on Earth—and it is called Your grace. This grace shines through my shattered pieces, beckoning me back home. It holds the power to restore, heal, and mend what seems irreparable. Just as the hymn beautifully proclaims, “Grace, grace, God’s grace, Grace that will pardon and cleanse within; Grace, grace, God’s grace, Grace that is greater than all my sin!” It is this divine grace that invites me back into a loving embrace, where shame can no longer hold anything over me.

In a world that offers distractions all too frequently, it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of temporary relief. We may seek escape and numbing in substances, worldly wisdom, or fleeting pleasures to mask our pain, only to find ourselves sinking deeper into confusion. But as I turn my attention toward You, I realize that true fulfillment comes not from the outside but from the inside—from knowing I am loved by the Creator of the universe.

The journey back to You may not happen instantaneously. It may come with struggles and setbacks. However, with each step, I am reminded that I am journeying toward healing. Allow me to embrace the truth that our mistakes do not dictate our future. Your grace is big enough to cover my shortcomings, and it is through that grace I can finally let go.

We are invited to bring our burdens before You, Lord, seeking solace and strength. In doing so, we allow Your love to fill the spaces where shame once resided. The trust I seek may feel impossible, yet in this sacred relationship, I find that hope grows stronger, one step at a time.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I come before You today weary and overwhelmed, battling the weight of shame and doubt that weighs so heavily on my heart. I long for Your rest, for that eternal peace that only You can provide. Help me hear Your gentle whisper, calling me to turn away from chaos and walk toward Your truth. Teach me to trust in Your unwavering grace, strengthening my faith so that I may embrace the love and forgiveness You so endlessly offer. I surrender my burdens to You today, seeking the confidence that You will take care of me. Thank You for the rest I find in Your presence and the grace that gathers me into Your arms. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

Closing Thought

As we reflect on our struggles with shame and the pursuit of truth, remember to listen for the gentle whisper of God’s voice inviting you back to Him. With each step you take toward His grace, you open the door to healing and restoration. Seek the eternal rest that accompanies His presence, and trust that His love is far greater than any burden you carry. You are a beloved child of God, and His grace offers you a way back into meaningful connection. Embrace that truth today.

A Writing

What can wash away my shame
Or will I forever in its grip remain
Squeezing all life out of my soul
Leaving me to rot in the grave, in this hole

Have I walked too far beyond the boundary of grace
Looking inward and seeing nothing of value to embrace
Leaving me to fend for myself in this muck and mire
Slipping faster and faster to my death of desire

I didn’t think this was supposed to happen this way
Have you turned your back on me, anxious to betray
Or maybe you are powerless to do anything
Or you simply won’t touch the sins that I bring

Chronos…time marches on…But then what?

So let’s say the answers aren’t found in the liquor store
Or the drag I inhale is just a drag and nothing more
Or maybe there’s nothing to the line on the table
Or the prick of a needle is nothing but a harmless fable

What if there is nothing to anything
What if it doesn’t matter and there’s nothing after this worthless fling

What if the glass isn’t half full
What if it’s not half empty either
What if it does not even exist

Chronos…time marches on…But then what?

From the pain comes ambiguity
Which brings more confusion
Only to result in obfuscation
Which turns to apathy
And finally oblivion
And then the numbing begins
Until I’ve arrived at my destination…
…Unconscious immorality
…A total lack of caring

I haven’t lost anything
Because I have nothing to lose

Chronos…time marches on…But then what?

So if there are no answers
This should bring me peace and contentment
Right?

Then how come when sobriety returns…
I’m not in my happy place?
Why do I long for something more?
When I don’t even know what that something is?

How come if there are no answers…
I keep seeking for them?
As if through my journey I will find the answers?
As if there really is something greater than me?

Looking around I think I’ve discovered it

I think I’ve found it!!

I get it now!!
This…this place…this time in history is what the world calls enlightenment!!

I read it in the blogs
I see and hear it in the vlogs
It screams at me through Facebook and Twitter

Really?
That’s it?
That’s the face of Truth?
Are you sure?

How am I supposed to act and behave?
Am I supposed to bow down to the beholders of such enlightenment?
The ones who think they know it all and think they are the most tolerant
The ones who walk the red carpet
Or the ones who lead the protests…no, the ones who fund the protests
This is it, the epicenter of knowledge and wisdom
…as a society we have arrived, haven’t we?

Kairos…in His time…But then what?

It is in that place You whisper to me, that I am created in Your image
You called us sons and daughters of the most High God
You clothed us with Your mercy on the cross
And I drop to my knees before You, in the shadow of Your grace

And then You stop this whirlwind of confusion
I don’t move in any direction
I bow down
And the roar of the world is gone for a moment
And I listen

And I hear Your voice
Just the whisper of Your voice
Pleading with me to turn away from that mess
To simply turn around and walk toward Your Truth

And so I did turn
I took one step, just one step…and then another…
I heard You say, “Give me your burden
And I will take care of you”

How do I trust after all these years of hardness
For my shame is great, my faith is weak, and I’m tired
I heard You say, “Come to Me
And I will give you rest”

Eternal rest. THAT is what I want. THAT is what I need.

There is Hell on Earth…and it’s called separation from You.
There is Heaven on Earth…and it’s called Your Grace.

Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Grace that will pardon and cleanse within;
Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Grace that is greater than all my sin!

Copyright © 2018 by Skyler Thomas

Song

Verse 1

Your grace has lifted me from shame,
Restoring hope, erasing blame.
Your mercy shines, my heart is new,
Forever, Lord, I’ll worship you.

Chorus

Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Lifting the burden, the weight erased.
Grace, grace, unending grace,
Love that restores and fills this place.
Oh, Your grace, grace, God’s grace,
Stronger than sin, forever the same

Verse 2

You bore my burden, healed my pain,
Your sacrifice has broken chains.
Through every storm, Your love remains,
I lift my voice in endless praise.

Bridge

In the shadow of grace, I find my rest,
Your whisper calms the chaos, the test.
“Come to Me,” You softly say,
“I’ll take your burden; I’ll lead the way.”

Chorus

Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Lifting the burden, the weight erased.
Grace, grace, unending grace,
Love that restores and fills this place.
Oh, Your grace, grace, God’s grace,
Stronger than sin, forever the same

Verse 3

Your grace, a light that leads my way,
It fills my soul with joy each day.
No greater gift could there ever be,
Than grace that flows eternally.

Verse 4

Oh, Lord, You’ve written my name above,
Clothed me in mercy, wrapped in love.
With every breath, my song will rise,
Your grace, my anthem, never dies.

Chorus

Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Lifting the burden, the weight erased.
Grace, grace, unending grace,
Love that restores and fills this place.
Oh, Your grace, grace, God’s grace,
Stronger than sin, forever the same

Outro

There’s hell on Earth in separation,
But Heaven comes in Your salvation.
Grace that pardons, grace that frees,
Grace that’s calling, even me.
Grace, grace, God’s grace,
Greater than all my sin and disgrace.
I’m alive in Your name.
Your grace, my anthem, never dies.

Copyright © 2025 by Skyler Thomas

Song: In the Shadow of Your Grace

[Verse 1]
I’ve been running, I’ve been hiding,
Worn out from the fight.
Tangled up in chains I fastened,
Lost inside the night.

[Pre-Chorus]
But You call my name, You take the weight,
You step right into my mistake.
You tear the veil, You light the way,
I won’t go back, I won’t be the same!

[Chorus]
Oh, in the shadow of Your grace,
Every fear begins to fade.
Where mercy meets me face to face,
I am free, I’m not the same!

[Verse 2]
I’ve been restless, wide-eyed, sleepless,
Haunted by my past.
But Your blood is still my ransom,
And Your love is built to last.

[Pre-Chorus]
You call my name, You take the weight,
You step right into my mistake.
You tear the veil, You light the way,
I won’t go back, I won’t be the same!

[Chorus]
Oh, in the shadow of Your grace,
Every fear begins to fade.
Where mercy meets me face to face,
I am free, I’m not the same!

[Bridge]
No more hiding, no more grave,
Hell is shaking, heaven stays!
Chains are falling, fear erased,
I am free in Jesus’ name!

[Tag]
I won’t bow down, I won’t break,
Darkness runs when I say His name!
I won’t bow down, I won’t break,
I’m alive in Jesus’ name!

[Final Chorus]
Oh, in the shadow of Your grace,
Every fear begins to fade.
Where mercy meets me face to face,
I am free, I’m not the same!

Copyright © 2025 by Skyler Thomas

Too Much of a Good Thing

Gulfport, FL Copyright © 2017 by SkylerThomas

Song: Shine Your Light

The light of the Sun shines down upon me
I see the colors of the rainbow all around
The warmth fills my soul and I am happy
I can’t get enough of this great feeling
So I stare at the Sun with eyes wide open
Until I am blinded and I can see no more

Heaven shine your light down on me
Shine your light that I may see

The coolness of the rain refreshes my soul
I dance like a child enjoying its miracle
I can’t get enough of the claps of lightning and rolls of thunder
I climb to the mountain top to experience its fullness
From its peak I reach high with arms spread wide
I am struck by lightning and burned to the core

Heaven shine your light down on me
Shine your light that I may see

The ocean waves crash with power to the shore
Sand between my toes, I step in the water pushed to and fro
I know if I can get out there beyond the shore, I will experience their greatest might
So I grab my dinghy, raising its sails high
Leaving the safety of the harbor to be surrounded by waves of beauty
The perfect storm engulfs me in its power and I am no more

Heaven shine your light down on me
Shine your light that I may see

From the base of the mountain I see the flames of fire shooting high
As if calling me to come closer to study its spectacle
Camera in hand I capture picture after picture of its evolving creation
Of a mountain being created from the core of the earth
Not heeding the warnings of its pending eruption
I am buried by the ashes, frozen in time by the cooling lava

Heaven shine your light down on me
Shine your light that I may see

For in all the power and beauty contained in this Earth
There is a delicate balance to be understood and respected
For life out of balance is an act of destruction
Learning this balance is what our journey is about
To sprout forth new life from the disaster we have created
And allow His Holy Spirit to restore us to healing

Heaven shine your light down on me
Shine your light so that I will be free

Copyright © 2014 by SkylerThomas
Revision 20150101a

Song: Shine Your Light

Verse 1
The morning sun breaks through the night,
Colors dance in golden light.
Your love is warm upon my face,
A whisper of Your boundless grace.

Chorus
Oh, heaven, shine Your light on me,
Open my eyes, help me to see.
Through every storm, through every trial,
Lead me in love, Lord, all the while.

Verse 2
The rain pours down, my soul is new,
A river runs where dust once blew.
I lift my hands, the thunder cries,
Your mercy echoes through the skies.

Chorus
Oh, heaven, shine Your light on me,
Open my eyes, help me to see.
Through every storm, through every trial,
Lead me in love, Lord, all the while.

Verse 3
The ocean waves crash at my feet,
Your voice is strong, yet soft and sweet.
You calm the tide, You still the sea,
You speak, and fear must bow to Thee.

Chorus
Oh, heaven, shine Your light on me,
Open my eyes, help me to see.
Through every storm, through every trial,
Lead me in love, Lord, all the while.

Bridge
Through every fire, through every rain,
Through every sorrow, through every pain,
You are my refuge, You are my peace,
Forever faithful, never release

Final Chorus
Oh, heaven, shine Your light on me,
Open my eyes, help me to see.
Through every storm, through every trial,
Lead me in love, Lord, all the while.

Outro
Shine Your light, oh, shine on me…
Let Your love be all I need…

Copyright © 2014 by SkylerThomas

Living Waters Edge (Devotional and Song)

Oklahoma City, Lake Hefner; “Living Waters Edge” Copyright © 2014 by SkylerThomas

Male Vocal
Female Vocal

Devotional: Finding Grace at the End of the Road

Scripture:
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
—Matthew 11:28 (ESV)

Devotional:
There are moments in life when we feel like we’ve reached the end of the road—when the weight of our mistakes and the burden of our circumstances leave us broken and searching for hope. April 3, 2014, was one of those moments for me. I had traveled to Oklahoma City to escape the wreckage of my life, and for a brief moment, the energy of OKC Thunder and my favorite player, Kevin Durant, allowed me to forget my pain. But reality waited for me the next day.

Sitting on the dry boat ramp at Lake Hefner, I felt like my surroundings mirrored my heart—parched, empty, and at a dead end. With headphones on and tears streaming down my face, I cried out to God. I played a song, “Word of God, Speak to Me” over and over, its lyrics piercing my heart. It was there, in the silence and solitude, that I realized running wasn’t the answer. I needed to face my pain and give it to God.

As I sat at the edge of that ramp, it struck me: I had been carrying a burden I was never meant to bear alone. For so long, I had tried to fix things in my own strength, only to end up more broken and exhausted. The end of the road wasn’t an ending—it was an invitation. An invitation to surrender my shame, my failures, and my heavy heart to the One who could truly heal me. The dry conditions of the lake mirrored my soul, but I was reminded that God is the living water, able to quench the deepest thirst and bring life to the driest places.

Sometimes, the hardest part of healing is letting go of the mask we wear. We cling to an image of strength, afraid to admit our struggles. But healing begins when we strip away the facade and come before God as we are—broken, messy, and desperate for His touch. That day at Lake Hefner, I didn’t need eloquent words or polished prayers. I just needed honesty, and God met me in my rawest, most vulnerable moment.

Have you felt like you’ve reached the end of the road? Maybe your heart feels heavy with regret or your circumstances feel insurmountable. Let me encourage you: God’s grace is sufficient for you. He doesn’t meet you with condemnation or shame—He meets you with open arms and unshakable love. He invites you to lay down your burdens and trust Him to do the work you cannot do on your own.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for meeting us in our brokenness and offering the gift of Your grace. When we feel like we’ve reached the end of the road, remind us that You are there, waiting to restore us and lead us into new life. Help us to lay down our burdens at Your feet and trust in Your redeeming power. Let Your love transform us, and may our lives testify to the miracle of Your grace. Thank You for never leaving us where You find us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Writing:

Have you ever wanted a miracle
But felt unworthy to plead

Have you felt like a lost cause
weighed down, never to be freed

All you could do was crawl in a hole
Never to be heard from or seen

Giving up a life of purpose
Giving up hope to be clean

Shouting out to God in your anger
Why not me Lord, why am I not deserving

If you were truly a God of love and compassion
You are the one I would be serving

Walking away into the night
Your heart hardened, you have no regret

Your hopes crushed to have a Savior
Someone who loves you, who will pay your debt


Have you ever seen a miracle
in the life of another soul

Have you ever witnessed the gratitude
that comes by making one whole

It’s a beauty that’s indescribable
A gift from the One above

Filled with so much awe and wonder
It is truly a gift of love

That gift is yours for the taking
All you have to do is ask

But you will never be able to come clean
If you continue to wear your mask

How do you break free from yourself
From the bondage that’s keeping you a slave

You have to lift your hands to the one above
For He is the only one who can save

Come to the living water’s edge
And feel the power of healing

It is a miracle you can receive
The love of the Savior revealing

You will be free from your own bondage
To be made whole again

Give Him your burden, completely your burden
He will cleanse you from all your sin

Have you ever seen a miracle
in the life of your own soul

Have you ever poured out your gratitude
that comes by making you whole

It’s a beauty that’s indescribable
A gift from the One above

Filled with so much awe and wonder
It is truly a gift of love

Copyright © 2014 by SkylerThomas

Song Lyrics

(Verse 1)

Have you longed for a miracle, felt unworthy to believe?
Burdened down by guilt and shame, no hope to be relieved.
In the darkness, you have wondered, “Can I ever be made whole?”
Jesus stands with arms wide open, He’s the Savior of your soul.

(Verse 2)

Have you seen a heart surrendered, healed by mercy’s gentle hand?
Felt the joy of restoration, love you cannot understand?
Bring your pain and all your burdens; leave them at the cross tonight.
Let His power make you righteous, shining pure in holy light.

(Chorus)

Have you seen a miracle, felt His love that sets you free?
It’s a gift beyond all measure, full of grace and majesty.
Come and drink the living water, let it wash your fear away.
Jesus breaks the chains that bind you; He’s your miracle today.

(Verse 3)

Have you felt the weight of sorrow, like a chain you cannot break?
Every step feels weak and heavy, every move a deep mistake.
Jesus sees your every struggle, and He whispers, “You are Mine.”
Through His grace, the chains will shatter; you will rise in love divine.

(Bridge)

Lift your hands and call upon Him; He will meet you where you stand.
Every tear and cry of sorrow, He will hold within His hand.
Feel the freedom in His presence, leave your past and walk His way.
Jesus loves you and redeems you; He’s your miracle today.

(Verse 4)

Have you walked in endless darkness, longing for the morning light?
Felt the pain of isolation, thinking hope was out of sight?
Jesus calls you from the shadows; He will lead you by His hand.
Step into His glorious promise, to the life that He has planned.

(Chorus)

Have you seen a miracle, felt His love that sets you free?
It’s a gift beyond all measure, full of grace and majesty.
Come and drink the living water, let it wash your fear away.
Jesus breaks the chains that bind you; He’s your miracle today.

(Outro)

He’s your miracle today,
Jesus is your miracle today.

Copyright © 2024 by SkylerThomas

Peace, Perfect Peace

Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30)

What is important about what Jesus said is what He didn’t say.

He did not say…
…Come unto me all who are weary and carry heavy burdens, unless your burdens are the result of something you did.
…Unless you caused your burdens.
…Unless your burdens are the result of your own bad choices.
…Unless your burdens are from disobedience to God’s Word.
…Unless you came to Me once before with your burdens; and you want a second chance.

O dear God…
…On this day
…At this hour
…At this place

May I simply take You at your Word and trust your promise.

I am weary O God from carrying around the burdens from my own bad choices
And You know, my burdens are not pretty O God
Though You have said my prayers are a sweet smelling incense
I know my burdens are a stench of rubbish that “stinks to high Heaven”

But I will trust
And like I’ve done a thousand times before, I’ll do it again
And I will leave my burdens at your feet

O dear God…
…On this day
…At this hour
…At this place

And I will vow again to take Your yoke
And when people see me and talk to me today
May they not see the person of myself
But may they see a reflection of You
Because I have treated them with kindness, as you did
And I have spoken to them with compassion, as you did
And in spite of being wronged, may I stand with integrity, as you did
Not with pride, but with humility, as you did
And might my presence be a blessing, as you were

And at the end of the day, may I look back on this day
And be thankful to a great and loving God
And rest my head on my pillow
And be at peace

George Thomas Caldbeck penned these words:

Peace, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin?
The blood of Jesus whispers peace within.

Peace, perfect peace, by thronging duties pressed?
To do the will of Jesus, this is rest.

Peace, perfect peace, with sorrows surging round?
On Jesus’ bosom nought but calm is found.

Peace, perfect peace, with loved ones far away?
In Jesus’ keeping we are safe and they.

Peace, perfect peace, our future all unknown?
Jesus we know, and he is on the throne.

Peace, perfect peace, death shadowing us and ours?
Jesus has vanquished death and all its powers.

It is enough: earth’s struggles soon shall cease,
and Jesus call to heaven’s perfect peace.

In Jesus name, I pray.
Amen

Copyright © 2022 by Skyler Thomas

Amazing Grace I did Receive (Devotional and Song)

Amazing Grace – Male Vocal

Amazing Grace – Female Vocal

Scripture: Jonah 2:2 (NIV)

“In my distress, I called to the Lord, and He answered me. From the depths of the grave, I called for help, and You listened to my cry.”

Devotional: Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound

Through the book of Jonah, his story resonates with anyone who has ever found themselves in a place of rebellion against God. It begins with Jonah receiving a clear call from God: to go to Nineveh and call its people to repentance. Yet, Jonah’s response is to flee in the opposite direction. He embarks on a journey to Tarshish, seeking a path of his own making, a path devoid of God’s purpose. 

This is often our human condition—we hear the call of God, but our hearts are either afraid, prideful, or stubborn. We think we know better, convinced that our version of freedom will bring us fulfillment. The hymn “Amazing Grace” echoes profoundly here, reminding us of the incredible gift we have been given through Christ’s sacrifice. Yet, we sometimes trample on that gift, trading it in for a false sense of autonomy. 

When we seek to rule our own lives from our self-made thrones, we undermine the true freedom that God wants for us. We create illusions of control; we convince ourselves that we can define our destinies. Just like Jonah, we often fail to recognize that choosing our way leads us away from the very thing we long for—peace, purpose, and fulfillment. 

The truth is that freedom does not come through self-rule; rather, true freedom lies in surrendering to God. When we attempt to navigate life without Him, we may think we are escaping the constraints of obedience. However, what we often discover is that this misplaced freedom leads us down a path of pain, shame, and ultimately, enslavement to sin. Jonah learned this lesson the hard way. As he fled, he found himself in a storm, ultimately leading to his descent into the very depths he sought to escape. 

In these moments of chaos, we too can feel as if we are trapped in the belly of our own metaphorical whale, isolated from God and lost in despair. It’s in this darkness that we can cry out, just as Jonah did. “In my distress, I called to the Lord, and He answered me.” This cry is not one of self-pity but a plea for redemption. It is the realization that despite our waywardness, God is still merciful and attentive to our cries.

When we come to the end of ourselves, acknowledging our failures and sins, we can finally see the grace that was always extended toward us. God’s grace invites us to exchange our burdens for His joy, lifting us from the grave of our making. Imagine Jonah, wrapped in darkness, suddenly realizing that salvation could come only from the One he had sought to escape. As he turns in repentance, God eagerly saves him. 

As you ponder your own journey, consider the areas where you may be running from God’s call. What thrones have you built, and where have you traded the grace of God for your version of freedom? The incredible truth is that even in our darkest moments, God is waiting for our return. He wants to lift us from the chains of our making and place us on the path of life. 

He invites us to surrender, to step off the dead-end road of false freedom, and embrace His truth. This is not merely about turning away from our mistakes but actively choosing to run toward Him. Just as Jonah had to make the decision to obey God’s call after his experience in the belly of the whale, we too have that choice. With every step we take toward Him, we feel His hand lifting us from our own graves. 

As we reflect on the lyrics “I once was lost but now I’m found; was blind but now I see,” let us consider the grace that has not only saved us but has also opened our eyes to the life God has in store for us. Our journey of faith is one of continual return to that grace, finding our true freedom in Him.

Prayer  

Heavenly Father, thank You for the amazing grace that saves us from our wandering hearts. Help us to recognize the false freedoms we cling to and turn back to You. May we embrace the path You have set before us, trusting in Your plan and leaning on Your strength. Lift us from our graves, Lord, and restore our hearts. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Thought 

Let us remember that the sweet sound of amazing grace is not just a melody to be sung but a truth to be lived. May we daily choose to walk in His freedom, forever grateful for the grace that saves a wretch like us, transforming our lives from death to life. Just like Jonah, we can find hope and restoration when we turn back to the source of all grace. Each day is an opportunity to embrace His gift of freedom, recalling that our hearts can truly be set free when we run toward the God who loves us unconditionally.

A Writing

Amazing Grace how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
But I trampled on that gift of life
Refusing to be set free

I traded it in for my version of freedom
Ruling others from my own throne
Instead of following the Master’s plan
I wrote one of my own

I failed to see that it was a lie
A folly from the master of deceit
I thought I invented it on my own
How the system I would cheat

I learned the art of hiding out
And dodging from my own shame
Never taking responsibility
Everyone else was to blame

But in the end I was the fool
For freedom I did not understand
Freedom is not free you see
It didn’t work out how I planned

The freedom I was living
Turned out to make me a slave
Rather than bringing life to me
It buried me in my own grave

He led me down a dead end path
So He could show me His vision
It stopped way short of the water of life
And I had to make a decision

Would I turn around and walk away
Fleeing from the water’s edge
Or would I leave my road and run to Him
Embracing His freedom pledge

I stepped off that dead end road
And simply trusted He would save
With each step I took, I felt His hand
Lifting me out of my grave

Amazing Grace how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost but now I’m found
Was blind but now I see

Copyright © 2014 by SkylerThomas

Song: Amazing Grace

[Verse 1]
Oh, Your grace, how sweet the sound
It called me when I was bound
Your mercy reached into my night
And led me home into Your light
[Chorus]
Your amazing grace has set me free
It took away the chains on me
You called my name, I heard Your voice
Now I’m Yours, my heart rejoice
[Verse 2]
You bore my shame, You took my sin
And gave me life, a hope within
Your love has claimed me as Your own
I stand redeemed before Your throne
[Chorus]
Your amazing grace has set me free
It took away the chains on me
You called my name, I heard Your voice
Now I’m Yours, my heart rejoice
[Bridge]
You called me child, You made me whole
Your love has healed and saved my soul
Forever I’ll sing, forever proclaim
Your grace, Your mercy, Your holy name
[Outro]
Oh, Your grace, how sweet the sound
Once lost, but now I have been found
Forever I’ll sing, forever proclaim
Your grace, your mercy, your holy name
[Refrain]
Oh, Your grace, how sweet the sound
Once lost, but now I have been found
Forever I’ll sing, forever proclaim
Your grace, your mercy, your holy name

Copyright © 2025 by SkylerThomas