As the day goes on I can't help but ponder the lyrics of "were you there?" This hymn is sung at this time in the church year and for many seems to be just another hymn. To my knowledge this had always been my take on this hymn until I realized the words seemed to flow without using the ELW. One verse stands out amongst the five "were you there when the sun refused to shine, were you there when the son refused to shine..." Returning to my previous post this morning I can't help but think of the "spectators" to Christ' crucifixion. What must have gone through their minds when Jesus bowed his head and breathed his last. Perhaps some thought that he was just another criminal executed by the Roman Empire. Other's perhaps saw in the darkness of that moment the kingdom fulfilled in their sight. So I wonder what it must of been like "when the sun refused to shine."
Peace,
Jason
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