Singing Father Along
Monday, June 10
Singing Father Along
Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to hill. Psalm 95:1-2
Farther Along is a hymn that speaks to the mystery and hope found in the Christian journey. This hymn proclaims faith despite life circumstances. Written by W. B. Stevens, it offers comfort and encouragement in the face of life’s trials: “Farther along we’ll know all about it, farther along we’ll understand why; cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine, we’ll understand it all by and by.”
This hymn resonates with our experience of not always understanding the reasons behind our struggles and sorrows. It reminds us that, although we may not have all the answers now, we can trust in God’s ultimate plan and timing. Just as the psalmist invites us to sing joyfully to the Lord and come to Him with thanksgiving, “Farther Along” encourages us to trust in God’s wisdom and to hold onto the hope that one day, we will understand His purposes fully.
When you face a difficult situation today, take a moment to pause and pray, asking God for the strength to trust in His plan. Share this hymn with someone who is going through a tough time, offering them the same hope and encouragement.
Prayer for today: Loving Father, I put my trust in You. Thank You for the hope and assurance that You provide, even when we don’t understand our circumstances. As we sing “Farther Along,” help us to trust in Your wisdom and timing. Give us the strength to persevere through life’s challenges with faith and thanksgiving, knowing that we will one day we’ll understand it, Your greater plan. In Jesus’ name, Amen.