Where a Song Takes You
There are songs that can touch your spirit. Whether it reminds you of a joyous time, or maybe a heartbreak, your body remembers that tune and it may react. I used to love Atreyu in high school. One morning I decided to re-listen to the album and I had chills; my heart was racing, I couldn't help but smile. I used to listen to my Lead Sails Paper Anchor CD everyday. I wasn't surprised that I remembered the words and drops. On the other hand, a recent listen of "Fall Afresh" sung by Amanda Lindsey Cook gave me a different experience. I used to listen to "Fall Afresh" constantly within the four walls of my home alone. I yearned for peace, for stillness, for a respite from pain, anxiety, and stress. I wanted a refresh from the Lord; I wanted to wake up from my slumber of sadness. This song was my anthem; I wanted to be with the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6). I wanted to be with the Prince of Peace who stills all waters and silences storms. I wanted to bring Jesu
