I was talking to a neighbor this morning. She was telling me of the cares of the day: unemployment, home depreciation, loan modifications. We're going through all of those things in the Ledbetter household as well. We concluded the conversation by agreeing that we needed to focus on what was good: We still had roofs over our heads, our children are healthy and thriving, we have health and strength. In the words of the old hymn, "We're blessed, we're blessed, we're blessed. We don't deserve it but yet we're blessed."
There is an African proverb that says, "Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors." God takes us through seasons of challenge to grow and mature us. Like many, I've had more than my share of money concerns in recent days. But I'm just grateful that I have the opportunity to continue doing what I do in Gospel Jazz ministry.
Now more than ever I believe this world needs this music. More specifically we need what The Holy Spirit seeks to do through our gifts. Just a few weeks ago a member of my church told me how the music on my CD Meditations: Hymns in the Key of Jazz helped him get through difficult days on his job. I've had other testimonies of how the music has helped people usher in a spirit of peace in their homes, eased the pain of childbirth, and even cancer. I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you on this blog, and getting your feedback.
