“Lord Jesus, You Shall Be My Song” (ELW 808)
Devotion
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This hymn, originally written in French, has quickly become a favorite of mine and in many communities. This is the kind of king that we serve, who walks along beside us, who saves us by giving his very body and blood, who promises us a dawn at the end of our journey. In a culture that glories in power and privilege, the idea of serving and worshipping a king who is humble enough to walk with us and give himself for us is radical. This is not power over but power given away for others. It is power that then challenges us to go forward into the world serving those whom this world would be happy to forget. All the while we go singing the song of love in Jesus.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, be our song on our journey. We give you thanks that you have given yourself so we may have life. As we go with you in this life strengthen us to serve. Encourage us when we are struggling and challenge us to greater love. In your holy name we pray. Amen.