Hello ,
The story is told of the renowned conductor Reichel who was leading a great orchestra and choir in the final rehearsal of Messiah. They had come to that point where the soprano soloist takes up the refrain, "I know that my Redeemer liveth." With the chorus quiet, her elegant voice rang out. It was marked by perfect technique in breathing and enunciation. She sang every note just as it was written.
As the final note faded into silence, the entire orchestra expected to see Reichel's nod of approval. But instead, he stepped down from the podium and made his way to the singer. With a look of sorrow, he said, "My daughter, you do not really know that your Redeemer lives, do you?" "Why, yes," she blushingly replied. "Then sing it " cried Reichel. "Tell it to me so that I will know, and all who hear you will know that you know the
joy and power of it "
Turning to the orchestra, he motioned to begin again. This time the soloist forgot about musical technicalities and sang the truth as she knew it in her own soul. The Messiah became more than a musical piece, it became a declaration of personal faith and experience.
Do you know that your Redeemer lives? How will you share it with authenticity to those that you come in contact with today?
Have a great day and God bless!
