The other night my wife and I attended a performance at the neighborhood high school performance center presented by UPTOWN - a tribute singing group. Tribute groups typically select a single performer or group - learn their history - songs - all they can - when they perform - usually very similar to the original - very often - as good as the original.
When a person or group of people make the decision to form a tribute group - takes a lot of research - work - practice - before they are able to appear in public. The goal is not only to provide entertainment - also to honor the person - group - their music - showing honor - respect - for their accomplishments. When one makes the decision to become a disciple of Christ - requires learning all about Him - The Son - The Savior - The Lord - of Life. One does not - should not make this decision lightly - committing oneself to living a life - honoring - glorifying - The Christ. In Lent - we ask our self - do I truly reflect the values proclaimed by Jesus - do my words - actions - thoughts - honor Him - if not - why not. We have begun week three of Lent - now is the time to get serious - to finalize our plans for a great Lenten experience - to jump in - both feet - mouth open wide - singing praises to God - now - paying Him the Tribute - He deserves - one that we know will surely honor Him.
Deacon Dale
