Blame the Hand Waving on my Brother

This morning I woke up and had a precious gift in my email- a song from my brother.  Over the past few weeks we have been trying to work together on this little project, which proves a bit challenging so far away from each other.  Well this morning he sent me the complete recorded music for the song. I was unaware that he had completed it and actually sent it, so I was so excited to download the file and start listening. 

As I sat and now sit, listening to it again, I am overwhelmed.  Words cannot even begin to express the amount of joy, emotion, and tenderness that flood my soul. This is not the first song he has written, but everytime I hear them, I am brought to this same place- a place of awe, a place of wonder, and a place of pure humility.(And yes, family, I did want to start hand-waving my tearing eyes) I didn't want this to be a post to brag about how wonderful my brother is, but frankly I feel I need too. 

As many of you know, Logan's life has not always been an easy one. His childhood dreams of sport's hero have long gone, but instead of being bitter, he chose to embrace the talent he could use- his music.  Six years ago, when all our lives were completely shattered by this tragedy, I would have never thought I would be sitting here listening to this beautiful expression of worship.  Logan amazes me everyday.  God has given him a talent, and he is choosing to listen and use it.  And oh how he uses it! The minute that song started playing, the melody spoke to my soul. Sitting on my couch in the middle of my quiet,empty house, I was overcome by God's presence and His goodness. All  I can think to do in this moment is praise Him.

I praise You Lord, for knowing six years ago, that though life would be rough, that Logan (and my family) could pull through. That you were with us all along!
I praise You Lord, for blessing Logan with such an amazing expression of his heart and soul.
I praise You Lord, for the strength you give Logan everyday, for watching over him and walking with him.
I praise You God, for allowing me to have a taste of such an intimate moment spent between you and Logan.

I am overcome. You are so great, so holy! In my finite little human world, I am so grateful that I get glimpses of your overwhelming power and glory. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. May my lips always sing your praise and may you continue to use Logan to bring people into your presence and experience your undeniable love and grace!

Today I was thinking, how can I tie this in with a spiritual "lesson"? Well I think it's pretty clear- when we use the talents God has given us to bring glory to Him, there is nothing more beautiful in all the world.  When we share with others the gifts placed in our hearts, we can be a glimpse of God's splendor to those who receive it. May we not hold back our gifts. May we allow God to manifest those within our hearts and actions that others might encounter God through us. You never know when the gift you use could produce hand-waving, joyful tears to someone else! :) To Him be the Glory!

Love you all!