Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Dear God,

I am using the book Then Sings My Soul as a devotional guide this Advent.  In the darkness of morning beside the lighted Christmas tree I read about one hymn a day and then I sing it.  As I reflect upon the writings you show how you inspire persons to write, to create, and to pour out their hearts in song. 

What wonder you provide when we come to the realization that you are the inspiration behind everything.  You speak deeply to those with an open heart, ready and willing to listen.  You bring forth lyrics, tunes, and melodies that touch human souls even after hundreds of years.  Not only do you inspire composers, you inspire listeners to feel and touch your living spirit.  It is your great desire to touch us in deep places, O Lord.  You use music to open us to the deeper things in life.  In the depths we meet you, hear your word, feel your tender mercy, connect with angels and saints, and sing together the greatness of your love and compassion.  By faith we are united to all that is good and worthy of praise.

You are
to be
highly praised,
Loving God;
for you
give us music
to lift us up,
to break
the bonds
of sin,
and to
heal us.
You empower us
for another day.
You give us strength
for dark
and lonely days.
You show us
the way
to heaven.
You call us
to love
one another.
As you
inspire us,
so help us
inspire others
with faith.

Love, Andrea
so ma