Live, Love, and Line Dance

Phil. 4:4- "Rejoice in the Lord always". Often times people view this verse as unrealistic. "well God, how can I rejoice when my mother has cancer." or "how can I rejoice when my brother is in prison?" God will always find a way to bring good out of evil. Think to the story of Joseph. His brothers literally were the reason he spent years away from his family, in and out of prison, never knowing if he would live to see another day. His life was full of ups and downs- from being the Pharaoh's right hand man, to being thrown in prison based on false accusations of rape, to becoming Prime Minister and saving several Egyptians and his own family. Joseph says to his brother in Gen 50:20-21- "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. So then, don;t be afraid. I will provide for you and your children." God turned a horrible situation, into something good, and

So was driving to work this morning- and had a thought. A healthy Christ like Marriage is like a well sung Hymn. You have the instruments, representing friends and family. The husband and wife wouldn’t be where they are now without their encouragement. Helping to keep them motivated and on key- keeping them focused. The instrument have to account for the lead and harmonizer, and support both of them, not just one. The lead and the harmonizer do not need the instruments but they are stronger with their support. You have the harmonized- the wife. She perfectly compliments the lead- repeating and supporting the words he says(even when she may not always agree with them). She helps him in moments where he may have temporarily forgotten the lyrics or is to nervous to sing. When he struggles, she may need to take the lead for a moment, just to help him back on his feet. And last you have the lead vocalist- the husband. He leads the group in praise. He is the man in charge. Putting w