When we sing biblical truth, light often shines where we least expect it. Alistair encourages us with a hymn text that often encourages him. William Cowper wrote to the Christian experience of God’s grace feeling unseen in the moment, but afterward the providential nudge helps us realize He was at work all along. In every season, whether of sorrow or joy, praise is still possible.

The account of Paul and Silas reminds us of singing that surprises. Listen to Alistair’s sermon from Acts 16:16-25 for more on songs in dark times.