Not I But Christ Be Honored Loved Exalte – Hymn Lyric
Embark on a journey towards embracing ‘Not I, but Christ’ as you explore the depths of humility and divine presence in your life. Discover the beauty of living a life centered on love and compassion, allowing a sacred presence to guide your actions and connect you with others. Through this shift from ‘I’ to a spiritual center, find fulfillment and authenticity as you honor the divine light within and embody your true, divine self.
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Not I But Christ Be Honored Loved Exalte – Hymn Lyric
Not I, but Christ, be honored, loved, exalted;
Not I, but Christ, be seen be known, be heard;
Not I, but Christ, in every look and action,
Not I, but Christ, in every thought and word.
Not I, but Christ, to gently soothe in sorrow;
Not I, but Christ, to wipe the falling tear;
Not I, but Christ, to lift the weary burden!
Not I, but Christ, to hush away all fear.
Not I, but Christ, in lowly, silent labor;
Not I, but Christ, in humble, earnest toil;
Christ, only Christ! no show, no ostentation!
Christ, none but Christ, the gath’rer of the spoil.
Christ, only Christ, ere long will fill my vision;
Glory excelling, soon, full soon, I’ll see–
Christ, only Christ, my every wish fulfilling–
Christ, only Christ, my All in all to be.
Amen.
Meaning of Not I But Christ Be Honored Loved Exalte
Journey Towards Authentic Self: Embracing Not I, but Christ
Today, I invite you to journey with me into the depths of our shared humanity, touching upon the profound words that remind us of a guiding light beyond ourselves. These words, “Not I, but Christ,” echo a call to transcend our narrow identities and step into a soulful embrace of a force greater than our individual selves.
In a world where we are constantly encouraged to magnify our own glory, to stand out, and to seek validation through outward achievements, let us pause and reflect on what it truly means to lead a life centered not around I but around a divine presence. This is not merely a religious pursuit but a universal spiritual exercise in humility, self-discovery, and connectedness.
Imagine for a moment, a gentle, comforting presence that moves through every action, thought, and word you expressnot to overshadow your uniqueness but to illuminate it from within. Picture your sorrows soothed, fears hushed, and burdens lifted by this comforting grace. This presence, whether you name it Christ or relate it to another embodiment of love and truth, invites us to live more authentically and compassionately.
Not I, but Christ invites us to step out of the shadows of our ego. It calls for a life where love and empathy dictate our actions, where we become instruments of divine grace in the lives of others. Each smile we offer, every patient ear, every act of kindness becomes not just a fleeting human interaction but a sacred moment of connection.
In our silent labor and humble toil, theres a beauty and holiness that often goes unnoticed. When we shift the focus from I to a spiritual center, even the most mundane aspects of our lives are transformed into acts of service and love. Our work, however modest, becomes an expression of that deeper, sacred presence.
Living Not I, but Christ is not about diminishing our identity. Instead, it is about finding fullness and freedom in a deeper connectionwith ourselves, each other, and the universe. It’s about acknowledging that our true essence is not our ego but the love and truth that flow through us.
In embracing this journey, we allow a divine vision to fill our hearts, seeing not through the eyes of judgment or competition but through the eyes of compassion and unity. We find that our true desires, our deepest wishes, align with this pure, loving presencea presence that fulfills us completely.
Dear soul, as you reflect on these thoughts, let them guide you to a space of introspection and acceptance. Allow yourself to be vulnerable, to unveil and embrace the truth of your humanity. This journey of self-discovery, where you honor the divine light within, leads to a richer, more compassionate existence.
May we all find solace in the realization that we are not alonethat in every look, word, and action, we are held by something greater. Let us walk this path with openness, knowing that as we shift from Not I to a presence of love, we embody the fullness of our true, divine selves.
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