July 22, 2022 - Good Morning! It’s Friday, July 22.
Today I’m on my way to Houston to sing at a memorial service. A service for one of my best friends. A service for one of the finest pianists I’ve ever known.
Richard and I shared a love for music when we were growing up together in my home church. And we both loved to play piano. But I was always aware (painfully) that he could play rings around me! God began to call me to lead others in worship, and when I started in my first church staff position, Richard was my accompanist.
Even though Richard had exceptional skills as a keyboard soloist, he preferred to support others. His greatest purpose and blessing came from playing for a congregation to lift their voices in praise to God. And he loved to accompany soloists sharing testimonies in song. Richard accompanied a soloist at my mother's memorial service.
And so, despite his remarkable talent, the main thing that I'll remember about my friend... is his servant's heart. I'll accompany myself when I sing at his service, but I'll be wishing that it was Richard at the piano.
John 12:26. And Jesus said, "If anyone serves me, my Father will honor him".
Meet you back here tomorrow,
Bro. David
dmathis@fbccenter.org
