Remember The Giver

I have recently begun a Bible study in the book of Exodus with several friends. Years ago I had memorized a verse from this book, and over the next few weeks I am sure the verse will mean much more to me. Let me share this verse with you as I begin this article. Exodus 4:12 says, “Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say”. I learned this verse because it spoke to an insecurity I sometimes felt about not being sure of the validity of what I might say when ministering in music. Even though I’ve only begun to study Exodus in depth, I already see that Moses was quick to focus on his own perceived inadequacies rather than focusing on the Awesome One he’d encountered at the burning bush in Exodus chapter 3. Before I delve into the more music-centered content of this article, I want to challenge you to remember Who we’re making music for in our worship times. Whether you’re anxious about what you’ll play to modulate from one song to the next or completely confident in your skill as a musician, give attention to your relationship with the One Who gives us musical gifts. As a father, I enjoy seeing my son happily playing with his favorite toy that I’ve given him, but my heart delights in those moments when he puts down the toy and reaches toward me for my embrace. Look up from your instrument, look up from your busy life, look up from whatever might keep you focused only on your circumstance and embrace Your Abba. He’s watching you. He delights in you. He loves you.