Make a Joyful Noise

November 12, 2023
 
Reflections from the Heart of Allan Redenius
So, I’ve been thinking.  That statement right there should put a smile on your face.  One of my friends says of me, “He’s not quite right.” 😊  I think he says that because sometimes my thinking isn’t quite normal.  Give me a McDonald’s golden arches and I can make up a tall tale about a big bunny with big ears. 
 
Seriously, I’ve been thinking about wishing I had a gift I do not, the ability to sing.  Here’s a recap of my musical personal encounters.  I never did master the third grade recorder and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.  As a freshman in high school, I tried out for choir.  The music teacher said this to me.  “You know, Allan….”  Right away, I knew those words were a bad sign.  “…the choir is like a chain.  It is only as strong as its weakest link.”  My aspiration to be the next rock-n’-roll star was dashed to the ground that day.  
 
Oh well, so goes life.  Some things you are good at and at other things—not so much.  But this I can tell you.  I know more music in my brain than most people.  I just can’t replicate it with my voice.
 
Why do I wish I could sing?  To praise my Jesus!  Just so you know, though I sing the fifth part, monotone, I still lift my voice in praise to my Lord.  (I make certain, however, that our sound guy has me muted! 😊)  But why was I thinking, “I wish I could sing?”  If I could sing like an angel, I could intersperse music in my preaching to make a point of emphasis.  But I’m not an angel (how well I know that) so I won’t be singing during my preaching.
 
Meanwhile, there is a land beyond the stars calling me home.  When I’m there, then I will be able to sing!  For now….I’ll sing in my head, “How Great Thou Art!”
 
Love in Christ,
Pastor Allan
 
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