The great poet, Bob Dylan, asks this question, 'You have given everything to me, what can I do for you?' This line reflects an utter humility and dependency on the God of the universe. It also portrays the vast gulf between God's demands - even His love - and our ability to save ourselves.
To me, Dylan hits the proverbial nail on the head. And this thought speaks to both staff and residents here. Staff needs to rely on God and operate within God's grace - and live as though we really need God - because we do! And our residents need to get the idea that though we occupy different roles this side of heaven, all - staff and residents alike - have been given everything and can do nothing but respond to God with graciousness and humility.
And Dylan concludes,
'Pulled me out of bondage,
You made me renewed inside,
Filled up a hunger that had always been denied.
You opened up a door no man can shut and You opened it up so wide...
And You've chosen me to be among the few,
What can I do for you?'
Good question for all of us Bobby!
-Steve Brubaker, Residential Ministries Director
2 comments:
When I saw the album cover, I knew it was a Bru post.
"You have explained every mystery. What can I do for you."
jd
Excellent thoughts!! Thanks so much for sharing.
Many people write off musicians, poets and other secular people, but sometimes they say some really profound things don't they?!
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