"Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands!
Serve the LORD with gladness;
Come before His presence with singing." (Psalm 100:1, 2)
All-time great Christian oratorio 'Messiah' was composed by Germany-born composer George Frideric Handel in the summer of 1741. Here's the story behind it, as told by my pastor last Sunday at church:
It took just three-and-a-half weeks for Handel to compose this song, written by Charles Jennens. He decided to invest 3 weeks in the study of the life of Jesus Christ. The result of this investment was amazing - Handel decided he would never again compose secular music; instead, he would dedicate his talent to glorify the LORD! Although the song did not become hugely popular until his later years, today millions of people around the world play and listen to this song every Christmas.
The lesson in it for us, said the pastor, was to consider investing 3 weeks of this year in prayer and Bible study, with the aim of getting a vision from the Lord for the year ahead. If God could do it in such a powerful way for Handel 250 years ago, he sure can do it for you and me today; because, as the bible says in Hebrews 13:8, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever."
Say Amen to that!
Who loves you the most? It's God! They say that "another name for love is sacrifice." That's true, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." - John 3:16 (This blog may display affiliate ads. Clicking and buying from those sites will earn me commission. You are free not to click.) Disclaimer: The author is not responsible for adverse consequences of applying information given on this blog.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
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