“…the only music minister to whom the Lord will say, “Well done, thy good and faithful servant,” is the one whose life proves what their lyrics are saying”. Can you guess who said that? If you’ve been a Christian at least 25 years, and think “musician”, it wouldn’t take you long to figure out. Keith Green said that. That would be a typical comment of his. I have been reminiscing lately. Watching videos of Keith in concert. I never saw him play live, but boy, I wish I had. I remember in 1982, as a new Christian, hearing the grieving coming from others, at the news of Keith dying in the plane crash. I would say, “who’s Keith Green?”, and they would look at me like I just arrived from Pluto. I would never say “Who’s Keith Green?” again. His life was an inspiration. Not just as a musician, but as a Christian. As a musician, wow. Have you ever really listened to him play the piano? I mean, his voice is so recognizable, and pitch perfect. But his piano…wow. So, he continues to inspire me, and I’m sure, others. If you know who he was, I encourage you to take some time to listen again. His music will push you; no, it will shove you. And for those who have no idea who I am talking about. Well, your life is incomplete if you haven’t taken a few minutes to find out. I’ve linked a video at the end of this message. Check it out. And if this doesn’t touch your heart in some way, the nurse in me wants to take your pulse. Thank you God for giving us the gift of Keith, for just a few short years. Give us others who will prove their lyrics, with their lives.
