Bible in a Year : Ecclesiastes 79; 2 Corinthians 13
God exalted [Jesus] to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name. Philippians 2:9
The name of Antonio Stradivari (16441737) is legendary in the world of music. His violins, cellos, and violas are so treasured for their craftsmanship and clarity of sound that many have been given their own names. One of them, for instance, is known as the Messiah-Salabue Stradivarius. After violinist Joseph Joachim (18311907) played it, he wrote, The sound of the Strad, that unique Messie, turns up again and again in my memory, with its combined sweetness and grandeur.
Even the name and sound of a Stradivarius, however, doesnt deserve to be compared to the work of a far greater Source. From Moses to Jesus, the God of gods introduces Himself with a name above all names. For our sake, He wants the wisdom and work of His own hand to be recognized, valued, and celebrated with the sound of music (Exodus 6:1; 15:12).
Yet this deliverance of strength in response to the groans of a troubled people was only a beginning. Who could have foreseen that, by the weakness of crucified hands, He would one day leave a legacy of eternal and infinite value? Could anyone have predicted the resulting wonder and grandeur of music sung in praise of the name of One who diedbearing the insult of our sin and rejectionto show how much He loves us?
In what ways can you see the hand of a Master patiently shaping your life to put His name on you? What is He doing today to remind you that youre His child?
Father in heaven, please do something in and through us today that helps others see that we owe everything to You.
~ Tunes For Our Troops: Star Wars V - The Empire Strikes Back ~
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