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“Remain in me, and I will remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.”  John 15:4 (NIV)

Don’t sing to millions, sing to just one person – that’s where the connection comes from was the advice from an American idol judge.  One of the top five was struggling to connect with the audience.  Who wouldn’t with a zillion flashing lights, cameras at every angle and Americans watching glued to their seats.  Endless hours of practicing new songs, striving for that perfect performance and then facing the critique of the judges before live audiences.  And it all leads up to those final moments when the  performer hears they are “safe” one more time.    The judge’s point was simple yet profound – connect with one and the rest of the audience will be drawn.  Wonder who we are connecting to?  Are we drawing in an audience that is captivated by our relationship with God?  A daily connection  to our Heavenly Father fosters a deep abiding soul connection that strengths us to face even the toughest critics.  This world of ours can be mean spirited, cruel, judgmental and selfseeking.  No personal examples needed just the realization that without that connection to Him first, we will never draw anyone else in.  It’s a simple breaking of bread, a sweet cup of communion and a holy confession before our judge that knits our souls together. We are redeemed safe from the moment we accept Him, but we will miss out if we settle there.   Intimacy with the Almighty comes from endless moments at His throne, captivated not by flashing lights or cheering fans but by the silent hush of angel wings.  If we really want to touch the lives of many, then we must commit to touch the heart of God by our pure devotion.

“Father, there is no sweeter place than to dine at Your table to be nourished in Your presence.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
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