The way of humility

From the ancient followers of Christ we can still learn valuable lessons - here is one:

Augustine of Hippo, a fifth-century bishop and theologian, wrote, “The way to Christ is first through humility, second through humility, third through humility. If humility does not precede and accompany and follow every good work we do, if it is not before us to focus on, if it is not beside us to lean upon, if it is not behind us to fence us in, pride will wrench from our hand any good deed we do at the very moment we do it.”

We're called to be humble.  Like the Tim McGraw tune, it ought to permeate our lives.  James reminds us:  "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you."

Lord, may we walk humbly with you in this life!

Pathway of a Songwriter

Lately I've stopped worrying about being interrupted while praying with phrases and ideas for new songs.  Music & lyric have played a crucial role in my life and ministry so, you know what, I'm going to embrace that reality.  God may in fact be spurring me toward new songs as I pray and think on Him in my daily routine!

Here's a few ideas that came to me this morning:

Ring the bells, shout for joy, death has died

From the cross to the grave Jesus Christ arose

Born again brought to life from crimson to white

Tell the world the good, good news

This is the gospel, the gospel of Jesus