What a day

From Telemann to Ed Lojeski, and from Buxtehude to Michael Burkhardt. Not every music music program can span the ages and musical spectrum like we did at 11AM this morning. We even managed to have Caribbean and Korean music represented to make it a global celebration. At FirstLight, our rendition of Ken Canedo's "Jesus Christ is Lord" was absolutely mesmerizing. Andy broke in his new drum (what do you call it, Andy?) in fine fashion. We introduced a new (to them) song to someone who had not heard it before and made a profound impart on their faith (Keith Getty's and Stuart Townend's In Christ Alone). The message of the scripture, to put absolute trust in Jesus and to trust in his sovereignty over all things, was manifest in many musical elements in worship. Perrin put his nerves on the shelf and the frozen chosen experienced a significant thaw. Wade set the pace on the choir anthem and everyone of the Tune Weavers soared. We had everything from recorder to double bass, with a little tambourine thrown in for good measure!

One of my favorite lines from one of my favorite children's musicals for church (Terry Kirkland's Through the Roof) is, "it was a great day!" That's a most appropriate summary for the music today, and for the entire worship experience at both services. Thanks, everyone, for the hard work and commitment to musical excellence and heartfelt communication of the gospel. Our Lord was honored and the worshiping community blessed by your efforts.