It seems the older we get, the more heartache we’re bound to experience. As we get to know more people, spending time loving them and being loved by them, we inadvertently open ourselves up to greater pain in the process. Because just as we’ll share their joy and mountaintops, we’re also going to stand alongside them when they find themselves in the painful valley.
These songs have all had a powerful impact on my life at different times, lifting me out of my depressive funks and giving me a new feeling of hope. They serve to remind me that no matter how dark life can get, God is still good and He’s still in control of the world. And while He does allow us to experience deep, gut-wrenching pain at times, it’s never without purpose. We will heal in time. Life will get better. The more we commit ourselves into His loving hands, the closer He is to us and the faster we find relief.
So if you’re in a low spot of life and find encouragement through music, leave a comment and maybe you’ll be the lucky winner come Sunday. (Genres range from Christian to chillout to alternative to folk. You can listen to the songs via Spotify by clicking here.)
- Kevin
Track List:
Addison Road – Hope Now
Addison Road – Start Over Again
Alli Rogers – Hope
Telepopmusik – Breathe
The Innocence Mission – It Is Well With My Soul
Superchick – Beauty from Pain
Superchick – Breathe
Plumb – God Will Take Care of You
Olive – Smile
Kaskade – 4:00 AM
Imogen Heap – Lifeline
Imogen Heap – Wait It Out
Hem – The Part Where You Let Go
Lindsey Kane – The Valley
Lindsey Kane – You’ll Be Whole
Again, I’m not typically into “worship music.’ It’s just too super sweet for me. But after following Sarah Reeves‘ debut EPs “Sweet Sweet Sound” and “God of the Impossible,” I knew her new album, “Broken Things,” would be a good investment.
