Of Men and Angels

I've been listening to The Rocket Summer's new album, Of Men and Angels. The Rocket Summer is actually only one guy, Bryce Avery. He has a full band with him when he goes on tour, but when he's recording an album, he plays all of the instruments himself. He's one of the most talented musicians I've ever heard. Plus, he writes all of the songs. He has so much passion for music and it really shows on all the tracks. One of my favorite songs on the album is the title track, Of Men and Angels. It's a very powerful message. The chorus states, "Here I am dear Lord, tasting hints of fame. I don't want it anymore if it's not you that I gain. I wanna fall at your feet, don't wanna fall from your peace. I understand." He's saying that if he gains all this fame and popularity, but loses sight of God, he doesn't want to be a part of it anymore. In our society, it's very easy to lose sight of God. Recently, I've become stagnant with my faith. I would read my Bible, but the words just wouldn't speak to me the way they used to. Going to church, I would sit in my seat and not really hear the sermon. When I prayed, I felt like God wasn't even listening to what I was saying. My words felt useless. But then I realized that I had lost sight of God. It wasn't him that had left, it was me. I let life catch up to me, I didn't take the time to slow down and make time for God. But all along he was right there, waiting patiently. My time away probably only felt like a blink to him, but it was an eternity to me. But I've come back, and I don't plan on leaving.