Don't tell anyone!
Yesterday, I snuck in a new verse to "Because He Lives." I don't know if that's some kind of copyright infringement, but I did it.
The verse is based on 1 Peter 1:3-9, which we used as our call to worship. I took the cue from GBOD and had people from the congregation stand to read each verse. I actually forgot who was doing the readings. So, I didn't know everyone who would stand and speak. It was intriguing to wait and see where the next voice came from.
My message was about believing and having life in Jesus' name. Knowing so many people love that song, it felt like a great spot to tie in the 1 Peter passage.
I don't know if anyone noticed that it wasn't the usual second verse. But I can tell you they sang it!
Though trials may come and fear would shake us,
we still rejoice with precious faith.
We may not see the face of Jesus,
but we believe and give him all
our greatest praise.
Stay blessed...john
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