We went to a show this evening to see an old friend of mine, a Christian musician who was playing a jazz gig at the Glenn Gould. Interestingly, the drummer was also an old friend, albeit not a Christian. It got me thinking about sharing the message, so to speak.
Several years ago in Strasbourg, Trevor and I came across a little “shop” on a busy street
Several years ago in Strasbourg, Trevor and I came across a little “shop” on a busy street
corner, open all night, inviting people in to check out the Bible in over 100 languages. We were intrigued at this approach to ministry in the midst of such a multi-lingual city on the border between two well-travelled European countries.
Translating scripture into the language of the people has long been a strategy to bring the Word to others.
But what when the language of the people is other than the “written word”? Sometimes another access point may provide more effective entry for the un-churched.
I pondered the language of music this evening as I watched my drummer friend play enthusiastically my Christian friend’s arrangement of an older Hymn, “I have Decided” in the maniacal time signature of 15/8! The joy on drummer boy’s face was undeniable as God worked in his heart through the music.
I look forward to the day when this work surfaces to the conscious level, and my drummer pal’s friends can envelope him in brother and sisterhood as well as friendship!
Translating scripture into the language of the people has long been a strategy to bring the Word to others.
But what when the language of the people is other than the “written word”? Sometimes another access point may provide more effective entry for the un-churched.
I pondered the language of music this evening as I watched my drummer friend play enthusiastically my Christian friend’s arrangement of an older Hymn, “I have Decided” in the maniacal time signature of 15/8! The joy on drummer boy’s face was undeniable as God worked in his heart through the music.
I look forward to the day when this work surfaces to the conscious level, and my drummer pal’s friends can envelope him in brother and sisterhood as well as friendship!
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