Not sure how much you heard about the whole episode of 'Passion the musical'. The fact that Jared even showed up to do the work on the tomb was already the first miracle of sorts. (much to our surprise he agreed when karen asked him for help). Wow.
But prior to that the paper mache boulders which jared suggested to the team to create a 3D effect kept falling off (as told by marlina ) and they had to repeatedly put it up several times over the next few days b4 the day he finally came to do the shading of the 'boulders'. So the exact position of the boulders was already orchestrated even from the beginning.
When he did come along to do the shading , it took him quite awhile to get it right (3 hrs, and 3 cans of spray paint).
He told us he was exasperated as he kept re-doing the work however still didn't look 'quite right'. It was taking rather long for something quite simple. Later, he (related to us) he said to the Lord, "why is this so difficult ( taking this long) and that HE should make it look 'cool' since the play is about Him". Anyway, he did a last spray-over and finally satisfied with it he left, but he was standing too close (physically) to the boulders to really 'see' anything other than the immediate shading.
So he was quite surprised when Karen asked him if he knew about 'the face' everyone else was seeing. Apparently, some commented (as some others thought as well ) that artists have this desire/ ability to hide a subject in their work, but this was really not the case, it was NOT intentional.
Anyways, in the few days after the event both Linda and I, separately on our own came to this conclusion; God was actually showing Jared how He was in the midst of everything he (Jared) was doing, EVEN WHILE he's unaware, God is there.
God underscored that truth unbeknownst to jared, He was directing him to do something special, creating a visual 'face' for everyone to see ( which added a further mystique and awe to the entire production of Passion the Musical.
The play went very well considering all the actors and singers were in house, a small limited budget, and furthermore, required a integrated cooperation from all parties involved, sound lighting, props, costumes, lyrics, sound tracks etc etc.. it was a gutsy move. A faith filled project.
And God replied beautifully.
The meticulous planning (kudos to karen n gang), teamwork (always a challenge) , the creative juice required playing by ear every challenge that came along (and I'm sure there were many!!!) . I'm surprised they pulled off a play of this quality in the short 2 months preparation. Starting with zero actors in mind, after many auditions ( all volunteers), ended up with a cast of amateur novices who not just successfully delivered but punched way above their weight.
The meticulous planning (kudos to karen n gang), teamwork (always a challenge) , the creative juice required playing by ear every challenge that came along (and I'm sure there were many!!!) . I'm surprised they pulled off a play of this quality in the short 2 months preparation. Starting with zero actors in mind, after many auditions ( all volunteers), ended up with a cast of amateur novices who not just successfully delivered but punched way above their weight.
Amazing!!
It was a faith filled project that paid dividends in many ways, from the various casts to the many different teams in the back ground, all were blessed in their own way.
This song accompanied me throughout my hike last week. I caught some amazing shotsof trees and the play of sunlight on it. Recorded this one verse and chorus on my ukelele on my first attempt. PTL.
Sent of heaven God s own Son
To purchase and redeem
And reconcile the very ones
Who nailed Him to that tree
Oh that rugged cross
My salvation
Where your love poured out over me
Now my soul cries out hallelujah
Praise and honour unto thee.
