Learning To Let It Go
I’m thinking about getting a tattoo. It’s not a fashion statement or an act of rebellion - the three earrings already took care of that for me – it’s a reminder. It’s going to be a cross with a rose wrapped around it and the words “Let It Go” will be written below in some manner of elaborate lettering. I want to put it on the back of my left hand, facing me, so I will see it at all times. Just what is it that I need to let go of? You name it; I’m an emotional packrat. I hold on to perceived injustices, unkind words, unfortunate situations and bad reviews. I keep all these handy for the times I feel the need to beat myself up so I have plenty of ammo available. For example, I recently played at an event where there were plenty of complements about there music but I overheard one comment about the trumpet playing that was not favorable and that stayed with me for days. The problem with this way of thinking is that if our arms are full of the baggage that we struggle to carry along with us on our way to the cross God will have difficulty giving us the things we really need for the journey. My ongoing exercise is to let go of all of my useless junk and lay all of it at the foot of the cross. I can then open my arms and receive from God all the blessings that He has in store for me. This Lenten season let’s all practice “Letting It Go”. Believe me you’ll feel lighter and free to move.
Remember, I’m listening.
Ralph Sappington – Director of Worship Arts
I’m thinking about getting a tattoo. It’s not a fashion statement or an act of rebellion - the three earrings already took care of that for me – it’s a reminder. It’s going to be a cross with a rose wrapped around it and the words “Let It Go” will be written below in some manner of elaborate lettering. I want to put it on the back of my left hand, facing me, so I will see it at all times. Just what is it that I need to let go of? You name it; I’m an emotional packrat. I hold on to perceived injustices, unkind words, unfortunate situations and bad reviews. I keep all these handy for the times I feel the need to beat myself up so I have plenty of ammo available. For example, I recently played at an event where there were plenty of complements about there music but I overheard one comment about the trumpet playing that was not favorable and that stayed with me for days. The problem with this way of thinking is that if our arms are full of the baggage that we struggle to carry along with us on our way to the cross God will have difficulty giving us the things we really need for the journey. My ongoing exercise is to let go of all of my useless junk and lay all of it at the foot of the cross. I can then open my arms and receive from God all the blessings that He has in store for me. This Lenten season let’s all practice “Letting It Go”. Believe me you’ll feel lighter and free to move.
Remember, I’m listening.
Ralph Sappington – Director of Worship Arts
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