A clashing cymbal?

I just got back from meeting with someone, and we got into a pretty intense discussion about what the church (as in the entire body) is called to be. We talked about how the early church looked radically different - their love for God and others grossly evident in how they lived their lives - and that is part of why it grew so quickly. And then we started discussing how we need to act if we want to look radically different. We talked for a long time about different ways that could happen, and different things that needed to change. And then, we got around to actually discussing how I have practically lived this out.

I am definitely someone who likes to discuss issues - and I can get pretty passionate about a multitude of topics. But, I am coming to realize that I often fall short in actually acting on those passions. I spend so much time arguing points and contemplating ideas, that I never get around to doing something about it. I am a fount of thoughts and words and devoid of living proof of the principles I so strongly believe. How much more of an example could I be if I just acted quietly rather than speaking loudly?

Let me dwell...

I love to process through writing - whether it is letters or lyrics/poetry. But, I haven't been doing much of it lately. This morning, I was reflecting on my consistency in trusting God's plan for my life...which seems to be up and down from day to day. Anyway, I found a poem/song that I had started (barely) a while ago, and I added to it this morning. Enjoy...

Let me dwell in your security,
Make your promise become my plan,
Let me linger in your love always,
And know it’s in your name I stand.

Though my mind knows the truth,
Let my heart believe too,
And with all of my life,
Let me glorify you.
And I sometimes may question,
Or my not understand,
Let me always remember,
My life is in your hands.

Let me walk in your radiant light
Help me follow where you lead
Let me rest in your unending grace
Recognize you are all that I need.

Let me hang on your every word,
Listen to you when you call,
Let me live out your kingdom, Lord,
Submit to you as ruler of all.

Just yesterday I was reminded that God wants us to rest in him and find patience through our faith in him.