God Working
A few years ago, I went to my first Crossings camp as an adult chaperon for my church’s youth group. It was an awesome week and has made me a huge fan of Crossings Ministries and their approach to camps and reaching youth. One aspect of the week that reached me were the worship sessions and the music (not really a big surprise, huh?). I was very excited to learn they’d be putting out a worship CD later that summer. Aside from being excited about the CD, I had this thought: “Man, I really wish I could record a CD for them.”
Over the last few years, I’ve come to know several of the Crossings staff, and even play in a band with one (hey Bert!). These connections have indeed helped with my original “wish,” but I can only attribute it to God working and lining things up.
Fast forward to several months ago. Bert approached me about recording the next Crossings CD. Needless to say, I didn’t have to pray about it. I immediately accepted. Now, the time has come. Tomorrow, I head to Cedarmore to record their praise band for the next few days. Next week, I’ll go to Jonathan Creek to record their praise band. I’ll get a copy to the staff, they’ll decide on 10-12 songs for the compilation, and they hope to release it by the end of this month.
So… this is a praise and a prayer request. Praise God for working in my life to enable me to do something I’ve wished I could do. Pray for the musicians, the equipment, and that all turns out well. God tells us to “go” and make disciples (Matt. 28). I’ve shared before that I consider my recordings an indirect way of “going.” Through the message of the music, we don’t know who or how many people His message might reach, but it’s safe to say that it will reach a lot of people. So, I just pray that it all turns out well and that lives can be changed through the process.
Remember not only me, but the entire Crossings staff as they help reach youth (and adults!) this summer with the Gospel. If you ever have a chance to attend their camps, or to send your child, don’t hesitate. It’s a great experience.
