“Why does the Bible keep nagging us to give thanks? It’s because we quickly forget all that God has done for us; we take him for granted. According to Romans 1:21, when we fail to honor God and give him thanks, our hearts become darkened. Indeed, if left unchecked, ingratitude leads to negativity, bitterness, cynicism, and despair.”
― Worship on Earth as It Is in Heaven: Exploring Worship as a Spiritual Discipline
Rory’s wisdom has impacted me over the years – he’s a soft-spoken man with a lot to say. The Heart Of The Artist is still a book that I would suggest every worship leader read early on in their careers – it’ll help save a lot of heartache. Here once again, he gets to the core of the issue. As church leaders, we will fight a constant battle between servanthood and ambition – it is thankfulness that will help us to consistently remember that God is ultimately behind any blessing that we have in our lives. Thanks for the reminders, Rory!
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