One of the most significant remembrances that occurred in our Masters group this trip to Greece and Turkey was that human beings are creatures of memory, always looking for ways to make important ideas last.
Orthodox cathedrals, with every corner filled with paint, mark the importance of the lives of the martyrs in Meteorea. Bishop seats at the end of cave carved tables mark the importance of a spiritual leaders words to the community. Songs recall important biblical themes, illuminated manuscripts amplify their presence through art and embellishment.
Worship, as I often say, is in large part about memory – we rekindle the important in our minds through multi-media, and do so in ways that last generation to generation.
Remembering the gifts of friendship on this trip is my most important worship memory. People like our Masters students lead me to Jesus, and to thanks.
To all my blog friends who prayed for us this trip, thank you.
One Comment
Dan-
Glad to hear you had a worship-full trip!
I read this, and immediately all the “I will remember” verses in the bible came to mind.
Here’s a couple….
Psalms 77:11
I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your wonders of old.
Psalms 42:5-6 Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation 6 and my God.My soul is cast down within me; therefore I remember you…
How many of us read thru the story of the Exodus and think, “Ah, those people were so dumb. How could they forget so easily with God right in front of them!” But then we turn around and forget just as quickly but miss our stupidity in the process??!! haha Just like elementary students who need repeated review of a topic to attain mastery, we need constant lessons (and review of previous lessons) from God to be more like Jesus.
May He continue to provide pure, refreshing ‘water’ in your life!
Amy
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