Wednesday, 03 September 2008

• I Know God is Everywhere But is He Really Here?

  In the past I've talked about moving to NYC from a college town in Florida. I spent a year in Korea and thought that was culture shock but going from living next to cow pastures to living in the hustle and bustle of a big city has probably been one of the most jarring experiences of my life. Don't get me wrong I love living here but there are times I feel like God isn't here in this city. On a daily basis I witness poverty, drug/alcohol addiction, greed, hostility and so much more. Often times I walk around and feel like this city is forsaken and wonder if other people feel like God isn't reflected in where they are living either.
  
  Several months ago at church our praise leader taught us the Chris Tomlin song "God of This City." Hearing this song bolstered my spirit and also gave me some perspective on feeling like I live in a godless city. I love the lyrics:
  
  You're the God of this city
  You're the King of these people
  You're the Lord of this nation
  You Are
  
  Bridge:
  For there is no one like our God
  There is no one like our God
  
  Chorus 1:
  Greater things have yet to come
  Great things are still to be done
  In this city
  Greater things are still to come
  And greater things are still to be done here
  
  I felt like this song came to me at such an appropriate time. God really does know our hearts doesn't he? =) I think most of you probably already know this song but I wanted to share and encourage anyone else that might be feeling like they live in a place that seems dark and godless, that God is truly there and greater things are still to be done.
  
  

  Do you ever feel like God isn't present where you're living? Do you pray for your town/city? 

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