Waiting to Hatch

Needtobreathe, mostly.

I can't remember how many blogs I've started in my mind the past couple months, but this is the first one to actually make it to a screen. But don't get your hopes up for something amazing. I just have a little extra time. That's not true. I should be working, but I kind of have time, my computer works, my brain is really full of stuff and I won't be able to focus on anything else until I empty it somewhat.

Last night I made a last minute decision to go to the Needtobreathe concert. It was $10 and I'm working a lot less this term, so it took a lot of convincing to write that check. But I'm happy to say, it was completely worth it. These guys are very talented musicians and obviously love what they do. They are one of my favorite bands for many reasons. But what really impressed me last night was their humility. I've never seen anyone perform with so much appreciation. The lead singer and drummer both graduated from Furman. This is where their music started, and now they were getting to play here for hundreds of screaming fans where just a few years ago they were in our seats watching big names like Dave Matthews. It's comforting to know that sometimes dreams to come true. And I'm not talking about cheesy Disney World dreams (I do love Disney World though). It's also comforting to see someone achieve those dreams without getting a big head. I was a little afraid last night that they wouldn't play "Signature of Divine." It's one of their most popular songs, but it has an obviously Christian message. Now, there are a lot of Christians at Furman, but it's very rare that we are ever united as believers. We tend to stick to our groups. It's sad but true. Thankfully they did play it. And I know I'm kind of an emotional person (only slightly :D) but it almost brought tears to my eyes to hear a large group of people screaming, "Yahweh, yahweh, Great is your glory," on our campus without any shame or persecution. Now, I know that some of those people really had no idea what they were saying, but it was still an incredible blessing in which I could just feel the glory of God.

I have lots more thoughts in my head, but I really have to do some homework. This was a nice little release, and thankfully I have some friends that will listen to my ramblings, questions, and realizations and still love me and at least pretend that I haven't bored them to death. Oh, and to everyone that I've been saying I can't drive because my car was due for an oil change 200 miles ago, I accidently read it wrong. It was due for an oil change 2,000 miles ago. So I really really can't drive.

posted by Shari @ 10:42 AM