The year was 1912, and George Bennard, an evangelist traveling throughout the Midwest, was heckled incessantly by several youth at a revival meeting in Michigan.
Troubled by their disregard for the gospel, Bennard turned to Scripture to reflect on the work of Christ on the cross. A life-giving song was born. He later recalled, “I seemed to have a vision … . I saw the Christ and the cross inseparable” (Excerpt from article written by Eric Wyse at lifeway.com)
Let us never forget that to cling to Christ is to cling to that old rugged cross saturated in the blood of the lamb who, unwavering in His mission, died then defeated death so we could live eternally. His Holy Spirit lives in every believer. Don’t leave it hidden away.
When you feel heckled, harassed, horrified, or harmed, cling to the Holy Spirit within and remember the sacrifice. Pray for guidance. Your life song will come.
For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him will not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16
No greater love and care is offered to humanity.