"For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs." Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT)
They were born in New York City, the sons of Jewish immigrant parents. In all, there were six of them. One died when he was only a few months old. You may have heard of this family. The Marx Brothers got their start in Vaudeville and four of them went on to make some of the funniest classic movies you will ever see. Though Chico, Harpo and Groucho were the most famous due to making the most movies, all of the brothers were extremely talented and also played at least one instrument.
My favorite part of any Marx Brothers movie is the instrumental scene which features Harpo. Though he was proficient in playing six instruments, he earned his nickname when he chose to specialize in playing the harp. I am always fascinated by the look on his face as his hands work to form the right notes and the beautiful piece comes together. I've seen that when I have observed other musicians, and even some artists as they create. It is a look that I imagine the Lord has as He looks at His creation while He lovingly guides His children.
We don't often think about God creating music. I have heard many sermons likening Him to an artist. Even I have used examples of our lives being tenderly and expertly woven together by His hands. But today's verse, this one verse in Zephaniah, brings us something new to consider. Can you perceive of Him singing over you?
When my daughter was born, I made up a lullaby for her. I wanted her to have a song that was hers and hers alone. I wanted it to be something that no one else would ever sing over their own little one. I have no idea how many times that tune lilted through our home. Sometimes, as she grew, she would ask me to sing it to her and I hope that meant that she considered it special because it was meant to be. I do know that she remembers it still and she is twenty-six years old now.
Possibly, our Heavenly Father has a special song for each of us. Though created in His image, we are all individuals with our own likes and dislikes, abilities and personalities. I think each blessing from Him is a type of song written especially for the one receiving the blessing.
This I know for sure, no greater love exists than His love for us. No matter where we find ourselves, no matter what we are struggling with, no matter what we are going through at any given moment, that love is real and accessible. We are seeing things in our country that most of us have never seen before and will hopefully never see again. We don't know what will happen tomorrow, next month or next year. But...we do know the One that is never caught by surprise. He already knows how we make it through and all that He is asking from us is that we love Him and love one another.
What song is He singing to you today? Listen, maybe you will hear Him. God bless.
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