Those who know me well know that I am a huge fan of the Christian band Relient K. I started listening to Relient K in high school and found their music to be something I could relate to. They joked about the awkwardness of growing up and always knew how to mix in humorous lyrics with toe tapping rhythm. I didn't truly appreciate lead singer and song writer Matthew Thiessen's ability to glorify God with music. As I grew older I began to really listen to the lyrics. They have so many songs that show everything I want to be as a child of God. One in particular is entitled Everything Will Be.
"It smells so sweet outside today. The sun smiles down, I'm in the shade. I sit and think about all my friends and how good they are. But when today is yesterday, I know that things won't stay the same. But I know that the memories won't go too far. Round and round the world will turn. Lessons taught and lessons learned. Jesus gets us through the good and bad times. And lets us know that everything will be just fine. A year's passed since I wrote this song. A lot's gone right a lot's gone wrong. But I know that Jesus has been there right by my side. And I see the sun still shines. It shines outside and in my life, and I know that everything is gonna be just fine."
I'm reminded that I can always count on God to get me through. During the good times and the bad times He is there for me. Relient K's music has helped me through some tough times, but I know that no music will ever die on a cross for me. No music will ever wash me clean of my sins. As a Christian I know that God will always be there for me, no matter what. This song may not be able to do these things but I'm thankful I can listen to music that reminds me who can. It reminds me that I know that I will be able to look at any obstacle face to face and know that everything will be just fine.
Great post! You are a good writer! Glad I could inspire you... :)
ReplyDeletep.s. - That's totally my favorite Bible verse!