The Blood from Day to Day
We have already established that I love the hymns of the church. In my estimation, the hymns make a stronger theological stance than much of our contemporary sacred music. That is to say that the lyrics of the hymns of the church remind us of the awesome presence and power of God and are hefty enough to sustain us in times of great trial and tribulation.
We are in such a time of trial and tribulation. With our nation spinning out of control, many people, even in the pews, are feeling powerless. In fact, during my time away in Indianapolis, I heard a staggering statistic from faith leader, scholar, and data activist, Rev. Dr. Briana Parker, that 75% of Black churchgoers are feeling powerless. However, as we prepare to celebrate Holy Communion for the fourth time this year, I am reminded of the blood of Jesus that will never lose its power, which is the same blood that gives you and me strength and power. We are not powerless, my sisters and my brothers, for we serve a God who has all power, who has imbued us with power. So as you partake in Communion today, as you receive the bread and the cup, remember the power of God that will triumph over the evil of this day!
The blood that Jesus shed for me
Way back on Calvary
The blood that gives me strength
From day to day
It will never lose its power
It reaches to the highest mountain
It flows to the lowest valley
The blood that gives me strength
From day to day
It will never lose its power
Pastor Donna Olivia Owusu-Ansah