I am happy to report that we now have hot water. Finally, I can return to my daily shower scaldings. Attentive readers might have noticed that we just had to replace our air conditioner a few weeks ago and now we have replaced our hot water heater. These are two, large purchases. Although buying two new appliances seemed like a terrible trial, we were lucky to have these items break just when we happened to have money set aside for home improvements. Though we had other plans for the money, I am thankful we were able to afford replacements and I am glad these items broke when they did. It was actually good that both appliances broke at the same time and at this time. What seemed in the midst to be a trial was in hindsight a blessing. God's grace is always sufficient.
When upon life's billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Refrain
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
Count your blessings, see what God hath done!
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will keep singing as the days go by.
Refrain
When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings. Wealth can never buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your home on high.
Refrain
So, amid the conflict whether great or small,
Do not be disheartened, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey's end.
Refrain