For a long time, I’ve struggled with the idea that if I wasn’t trying to improve myself, then I wasn’t giving my best effort — particularly with music. In the context of worship, the challenge would be balancing the idea of bringing whatever I had ready in a particular moment with withholding a presentation (or performance) until it could be presented at what I considered to be an appropriate level considering my talents, available resources, etc.

The song, “Heart of Worship,” by Matt Redman, reminds us that if Christ is not at the center of all that we do, we will never be satisfied. More importantly, it’s not even about whether we’re satisfied.

It’s all about Jesus.

He is longing for us. Every single breath — Not just at our best after we’ve had time to prepare for Him, and not just at our worst when we have no where else to turn. He wants us with Him at all times.

Not developing our knowledge, skills, or abilities is like burying our money in the ground (Matthew 25:14-30). The Bible tells us to be good stewards of all that God has blessed us with (1 Peter 4:10). But what we can’t forget is that God also wants to be with us during our practice sessions too.

He wants to be there as we learn. He wants to be there to encourage us and build us up so that along the way, we’ll be able to encourage others.

What thoughts come to mind when you hear this song? Does it invoke fond memories of the 90s? Do the lyrics get you thinking? Let me know with your comments!

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