In the movie “Nemo” there is scene where the fish in the tank at the dentist wake up in the morning, on the day of their escape and they are excited. One of the fish says, “Today’s the day, the sun is shining, the tank is clean. THE TANK IS CLEAN!” And right then and there, their plans come to a screeching halt.
I’ve felt like one of those fish lately. I’m bee-bopping along, and BAM! Just like that- things are NOT following my itinerary. My plans seem completely undone. And let me just say that I love my plans. I’m quite happy when everything goes my way. I mean, who isn’t?
So today, I started teaching children’s choir at a new church, in a new space with new kids, meeting new parents. I had mixed emotions about it all- I mean last year this time I NEVER would have planned this! But over time I came to realize this was something that the Lord had for me, and so I started this new journey.
I chose several songs that I thought the kids would enjoy learning. And, in particular I chose a song by City Alight that focuses on the Scripture from Psalm 118. “This is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.”
As I made my lesson plans this morning, I thought about that Scripture a bit more. Regardless of whether the day is full of familiar comforts or unexpected situations – new joys or hardship and pain – I can rejoice because this REALLY IS the day HE has made.
Well, I’ll just say – it was great! These kids can sing! I can’t post pictures on social media – but they are just the cutest group! Its gonna be a good time for sure! Thank you Lord, for this good day you made!
And here’s the song, just to remind you, no matter what – You can rejoice and be glad! This is the day He has made!
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