Love's Pure Light
I've been trying really hard to focus on the true meaning of the Christmas season this year. Two songs touched my heart on Sunday: First, was during the Sacrament hymn. Several phrases reminded me of what a gift the Savior has given each of us. The last two verses, in particular, were great reminders that He is just waiting for us to accept His gift. Bid thine heart all strife to cease; With thy brethren be at peace. Oh, forgive as thou wouldst be E'en forgiven now by me. In the solemn faith of prayer Cast upon me all thy care, And my Spirit's grace shall be Like a fountain unto thee. At the throne I intercede; For thee ever do I plead. I have loved thee as thy friend, With a love that cannot end. Be obedient, I implore, Prayerful, watchful evermore, And be constant unto me, That thy Savior I may be. Second, was during the closing hymn. We sang Silent Night . For the first time, I realized that the phrase, "Son of God, Love's pure l...