I was once a dancer. I had a brief rendezvous with dance classes. I loved it. When I was dancing, the level of perfection I could muster with every move, the rhythm that I maintained while breathing was all unreal in a heavenly way to me. Things got in the way of my lessons, and I had to stop. This broke my heart, but I still love to move in rhythm with everything around me at all times. It's a compulsion for me that I adore, but probably couldn't stop even if I would like to.
I have since discovered yet another form of dancing. This new hobby involves moving in rhythm, creating something unmistakably beautiful not only to watch, but to hear.
Although very musically inclined, and very focused on audio, I have yet to learn the art of reading music. I cannot read sheet music, and do not even truly have a desire to learn. Playing by ear, or leaning a song by watching others play it is how I play. When I learn a harder piece than before, I have no idea how I play it. I just do. It is by God's grace, and I believe it is a gift to make up for my forsaken dance classes.
When you allow a loss of something valuable to you for the sake of your growing relationship with Christ, it will be worth it, and God will bless you beyond that stronger relationship.
James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."
This is a tiny example of God's graciousness, His mercy, and His amazing generosity. I am nothing but thankful for everything He gives me, and my thanksgiving lasts beyond the titled holiday.
Thank you, God for your generosity. And for pianos.
Well said. I believe that God sometimes guides us in the directions He means for us to grow by taking things away. It's never fun, but often it's for the best. It helps us to mature in ways that please God.
ReplyDeleteI've heard you play, and seen you dance. Both are very enjoyable experiences.
This whole page is beautiful to look at, btw.