Robert Lowry was born in Philadelphia, March 12, 1826. His fondness for music was exhibited in his earliest years. As a child he amused himself with the various musical instruments that came into his hands.
Christianity
I Look Up and Rejoice
A quatrain based on Psalm 5
Naomi ~ Pleasant Amid Unpleasant Circumstances
God’s plan rarely makes sense except in hindsight.
We Walk by Faith
Found sin’s cure, Heart’s made pure, Hope’s secure, Future’s sure....
‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
by Louisa M. R. Stead, 1882 'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to take Him at His Word; Just to rest upon His promise, Just to know, "Thus saith the Lord." Refrain: Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him! How I've proved Him o'er and o'er; Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! Oh, for grace to … Continue reading ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
Dorcas: A Woman Who Made a Difference
If I want to make a difference, the way Dorcas did, then I need to think more of others and less of myself.
The Old Rugged Cross
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, The emblem of suff’ring and shame; And I love that old cross where the Dearest and Best For a world of lost sinners was slain. Refrain: So I’ll cherish the old rugged cross, Till my trophies at last I lay down; I will cling to … Continue reading The Old Rugged Cross
The Heart’s Defense
Prudence serves as informant Of sin-tendencies dormant Calling on God’s strength in order To defend heart’s fragile border
Rebuking the Storm
This mother’s heart has been pierced. “A soft answer turns away wrath.” The rebuke sits heavily on my ears. I have no reply...
Hagar: God Sees and Hears
I have so much more in common with Hagar than I had ever imagined before beginning this study. God sees me, hears me, forgives me, and answers my prayers....
The Abundant Heart 