I seem to be drawn to songs about simple, personal, heartfelt gifts this Christmas. As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ on Friday, I offer a selection that takes me back to my childhood. "The Little Drummer Boy" was always a favorite of my Mom and my Grandmother, not because they had a deep love for the melody or the lyrics - but because there was something special about that little boy, their little boy, playing his drum. For many years, from the age of 9 or 10 until my teens, I took out my snare drum and played along with this classic carol. Like many tweens and teen-agers, I remember trying so hard to be cool that I couldn't possibly have heard the message, but obviously some of it stayed with me.
"I have no gift to bring, thats fit to give a King - Shall I play for you, on my drum? - I played my drum for Him, I played my best for Him. Then He smiled at me, me and my drum." What a powerful gift, taking your talent and sharing it with others. The love you pour into performing is readily seen and felt by others. Shepherds and wise men came to see Him and bring Him gifts, yet it wasn't gold that made Him smile - it was the boy and his drum playing. I'd say that gift was fit to give a King, wouldn't you?
Merry Christmas and Peace, Mark
2 comments:
Where are the photos of YOU as the Little Drummer Boy??!!
My sister, Sabrina, brought your blog to my attention. Thank you. These are the songs that inspire us also, and the ones we sing weekly at church. What a wonderful blog.
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