Dr. Gerry Lewis
drgerrylewis.bsky.social
Dr. Gerry Lewis
@drgerrylewis.bsky.social
Amazed by God. 40 year husband of Mrs Sweetie. Dad to 2 amazing grownups. Grandpa to 5 spectacular grandkids. Encourager. Friend. Loving life.
Written to emphasize the need for world missions and evangelism, this song originally had three stanzas and a refrain. Within a few years, only the refrain was used. Millions of children have learned it. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 14, 2025 at 2:27 PM
I can’t read this verse without thinking of “Benjamin Calypso” from “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” If you can enjoy a lighthearted musical theatre take, it’s good. If you need a true sense of Judah’s plea before Joseph, not so much. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
This song reminds me of Psalm 8:2–“You have taught the little children to praise you perfectly.” (Living Bible) If we help our children to learn that God IS love, they won’t have difficulty praising, thanking, and loving Him. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 13, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Was this verse written about 1st century Ephesus or 21st century America? Obviously, that’s a rhetorical question. But does it not illustrate something that is true in all times? Noisy chaos is one of the easiest ways to draw a crowd. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 13, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Another unknown to me baby dedication song from my current hymnal. It’s good to remember that God loves our children more than we do and that in His hands is the most secure place for them to be. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Joseph’s brothers had a view of God that is not uncommon today. They couldn’t see what God was doing FOR them through Joseph because they were focused on what God must be doing TO them because of what they did to Joseph. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 12, 2025 at 1:58 PM
I love baby dedications at church! There are a handful of songs for that purpose toward the end of my hymnal (most of which I’ve never heard). I enjoyed reading and singing this one for the first time morning. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 11, 2025 at 3:36 PM
This verse hit me this morning. The absolute ruler of Egypt—whose word is law—knows that he needs an advisor who has wisdom that can only come from intimate knowledge of and connection to God. He does not simply need someone who will tell him what he wants to hear. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Sometimes one sentence within several paragraphs is just too good not to repeat. This is one of those. @skyejethani.bsky.social #withgoddaily #discoverYourAmazing
November 11, 2025 at 2:57 PM
My hymnal includes “O Canada” in the “patriotic” section, but does not contain the anonymous stanza added later that is the most “religious” in nature. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Paul “argued” in the place where arguments were customary and “discussed” where discussions were customary. Interestingly, both words are the same in the original language—the word from which we derive our English word “dialogue.” The ability to adjust to varying contexts is a superpower.
November 10, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Grace is not just for when we have failed to follow. We need grace to follow because, left to our own devices, we won’t. #weeklyprayer #withgoddaily #discoverYourAmazing
November 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Poet, abolitionist, suffragist Julia Ward Howe was inspired to give new words—with a more righteous focus—to a common Civil War song. It became the theme of the Union Army and later of MLK during the civil rights movement. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
I love this thought expanded by “The Voice.” They were not so impressed by his giftedness that they excused his lack of understanding. Nor were they so disturbed by his lack that they dismissed his gift. Their quiet engagement made him better. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
I visited the Statue of Liberty a couple of weeks ago and took this photo of the flag and the statue from the steps of the museum. I think this morning is the first time I’ve ever consciously noticed that the verse ends with a question mark. Pondering… #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 4, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Names matter—not just the official ones. “Son of my sorrow” (Ben-Oni) would likely have seen himself much differently than “Son of my right hand” (Benjamin). #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Also known as the “Navy Hymn” this hymn has been connected with both British and US military branches. Its truth and faith applies to both literal and metaphorical seas. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
November 3, 2025 at 5:28 PM
To be honest, I haven’t run across many people in my life who truly don’t believe in any kind of higher power or force. What they have trouble believing in is the God they’ve seen proclaimed by some of us. #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
November 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
If you read the last few lines of this prayer and think of “Godspell” you probably need to schedule some medical procedures. Regardless, it’s a good prayer for all of us. #weeklyprayer #withgoddaily #discoverYourAmazing
November 3, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Poet/educator Katherine Bates was inspired to write this poem by a view atop Pike’s Peak in 1893. She did not simply see America as it was; she envisioned what America could be and subtly wove those ideas into her poem. #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
October 31, 2025 at 2:20 PM
What an incredible picture of God’s intent for His world fulfilled in His presence. Diversity in heritage. Unity in worship. Why do we fight so hard against that now? #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
October 31, 2025 at 2:02 PM
From the songwriter best known for “The Little Drummer Boy” comes a hymn of thanksgiving set to a traditional Welsh hymn tune. #voicingourrejoicing #todayshymntext #discoverYourAmazing
October 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Singing hymns? Could it be that they sang, not because they felt like singing, but because they needed to remind themselves that God was still with them—even in chains? Could it be that those familiar words were a balm to their weary souls? #todaysverse #discoverYourAmazing
October 30, 2025 at 5:37 PM
You can—and should—connect with God personally on a daily basis. You can feel His presence anywhere. And, contrary to what we’ve often been taught, that’s not the purpose of the public gathering. #withgoddaily #discoverYourAmazing
October 29, 2025 at 3:57 PM
There is nothing in existence that is not undergirded by divine purpose and creativity. That doesn’t mean everything in its current form is ordained by God. Many things have been marred by the world’s brokenness. It means that we share an origin story and there is only one Creator. #todaysverse
October 29, 2025 at 3:36 PM