One thing I’m learning right now is that sacrificing yourself for opportunity or for the sake of someone else’s need can be just as much idolatry as the blatant sin of pride. Laying your life down for any community, cause (other than Jesus), good deed, or bright idea becomes the secret weapon of the Deceiver to replace the voice of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

I realize this when I get super frustrated that someone isn’t doing what I need them to do or when plans are falling through and I’m stuck with the short end of the stick. I’m tempted to call this persecution or an “attack” when really I’m the one who has lost focus on why I’m here.

I’m here to give understanding, hope, and a cup of cold water. This is the path of Jesus. This is life.

This is my kids’ favorite song. Parents get tired of their kids favorite song, so I’ve got to be honest……but listening to a three year-old try to push out the words “can’t forget about it” is pretty amusing.

The idea for this song is about being completely trapped in the best way possible. The faithfulness of God can make the sun stand still in the sky. That’s how powerful these promises are. Our names are written on the hand of the creator of the universe. We certainly have nothing to fear. God has eliminated all obstacles that dare to stand in the way of this peace that passes all understanding, this joy beyond comprehension, and this love beyond measure.

This song has been important for me to declare during times when I’m feeling uncertain about the path that God has me on. Often in the face resistance, I begin to question the process and want to let go, get off the wagon, withdraw, and regroup. This song reminds me of the true state of affairs. God is in control. When I’m submitted to Him, all difficulty is just part of the work-in-progress. And I can’t forget about it.