A gifted young woman turned in a beautiful cover performance of the classic and beloved hymn "In the Garden."

Without Christ, no one has any hope or a future. He willingly went to the cross, experiencing an agonizing and humiliating death for you and me. Because of His ultimate sacrifice of love, we can be forgiven and experience everlasting life with Him. All someone must do is repent, and Christ is faithful in forgiving.

However, seeking and obtaining Christ's forgiveness is not the end. While He wants all to turn away from their sinful ways and ask for His forgiveness, He also desires a personal relationship with everyone. Like all relationships, it is developed over time. A daily walk with the Lord requires delving into His Word and constant, continual prayer.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a young woman gives a stunning rendition of "In the Garden." The familiar tune is about creating, maintaining and developing a close personal relationship with the Creator of the universe. As the song's lyrics state, we can get close enough to Him to hear His voice as He guides and directs our path in life.

"I come to the garden alone

While the dew is still on the roses

And the voice I hear, falling on my ear

The Son of God discloses"

Those lyrics and melody are likely familiar to us, but the words are still as relevant now as when we first heard them. Christ seeks a personal relationship with everyone. Yes, He is a powerful, all-mighty God capable of parting the Red Sea, giving sight to the blind, and raising the dead. 

But He will still make time for you and me if we only reach out to Him. He wants to hear our troubles, concerns, worries and hopes.

Romans 8:5 "For those who are living in the way of the flesh give their minds to the things of the flesh, but those who go in the way of the Spirit, to the things of the Spirit."