Urbana 12

This morning I was reading in Revelation chapter 5.  Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels  numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, saying with a loud voice, "Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!"   

This awesome scene reminded me of a few things.  Firstly, the intense joy of being in church for the Christmas Eve service, after two weeks without church and its music (Appalachian State graduation for one, and driving home, for another); it was amazing to be part of a harmonious throng singing the great songs of Advent.  

Secondly, it reminded me of "Messiah" by George Handel, which I've been savoring all this season long.  The Scriptures, the voices, the melodies, how exquisite! 

Thirdly, I thought of Urbana12, going on right now, and especially of our five New Hope young adults that are attending.  Can you even imagine the voices of 18,000 raised in song toward our glorious King?  Can you fathom the depth of harmonies, the height of sound, the "noise, NoIsE, nOiSe, NOISE!" (ala Dr. Seuss)?  All directed to our wonderful Counselor, mighty God, everlasting Father, Prince of peace.  

Stop and imagine that glorious day.  It might just take your breath away.  And we will be there.  Oh glory divine!

Pray for Liliana, Josh, Ryan, Rachel, and Ben, as they attend this weekend.  Pray for a bit of that glory divine to invade their hearts and minds as they participate.