This phrase terrifies me. I am scared of hardships and difficulties. I am scared I won't be able to go thru them. I am afraid of pain and agony; if I won't be able to bear it. Therefore, when I hear this hymn "Lead Me To Calvary", my lips suddenly are sealed. My heart sinks. My hands and feet tremble.
Is this the only way, Lord? I asked.
Shouldn't Gospel be about joy?
But why Calvary?
"This, in this way, the Lord replied....
This inward trial I employ,
from self and pride, to set you free;
and break your scheme of earthly joy,
that you may find thy all in Me." - John Newton's prayer
May Your will be done in me according to Your purpose;
for You give life and will take away.
One thing God has spoken,
two things have I heard;
that you, O God, are strong,
and that you, O lord, are loving. (Ps. 62:11-12)
