The Story

Last night, I was privileged to experience The Story Tour. Many of you are probably familiar with this event, but, as usual, it took me a couple years to hear about it. The outline of the evening was very straightforward: sing some Christmas carols, and then journey through the story of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. Pastor Randy Frazee narrated, providing the basic story of each character. Then, one of the many artists would sing that character’s song. The lyrics would be from their perspective and images or videos would play on the large screen behind them. The blend of music and visual was powerful and moving. While the images presented enhanced the experience, I was surprised at how the melodies, and even more so the lyrics, cut so quickly and deeply to my heart. Adam and Eve, longing for their walks with God. Abraham, trying to trust an unseen promise. Daniel, refusing to bow to anyone but God. Job, grieving the loss of everything only to rise and say, “Hallelujah”! The thief, seeing first hand how Love wins. Mary and the disciples, empowered at the sight of the Risen Lord. The final number spoke of the day that every knee will bow, and every tongue confess that Jesus is Lord and King. Every single one of the people in The Story made mistakes and wrestled with real issues. But each one came to the same conclusion – God is God. What a beautiful reminder for me to live my story based on the same conclusion – God is God. He is powerful, trustworthy, faithful, sovereign, holy, just, and good. He is Love and He is the reason for every season.