Were you ever amazed at the bunny and the magician's hat as a child? Maybe you're still amazed, and that's okay, the point is that we've all seen something dissapear right before our very eyes.
This past Sunday God reminded me of this principle of worship.
I looked out on the congregation from the platform and noticed key individuals that God used to paint a wonderful picture of worship for me.
I noticed a husband and wife surrounding each other with tears and passionate prayers because of a physical miracle that's needed.
Right in front of me I saw a very close, and very large family who together were mourning the lost of a dear family member.
Then I saw a newly married couple with their son who I know have recently considered divorce because of the intense struggle in their relationship.
And then, in the midst of all of that God put a song in my heart... "Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face, and the things of this world will grow strangely dim, in the light of His glory and grace."
How is it that anyone can keep strength and peace of mind in the overwhelming trials of life? How is it that someone nearing a physical death could keep solitude and regular sanctuary? How is it that a death in a very close family brings that family closer together? How is it that a struggling couple find peace of mind and peace of future to continue to walk the less-traveled road to reconciliation?
Easy. Eyes focused on God. "...The things of this world will grow strangely dim, in the light of His glory and grace." It really works. When we're looking up towards God, affirming all these things about Him and His character, the world really does dissappear.
Now you see it, now you don't.
