September 11, 2004

  • In remembrance of 9/11 and in remembrance of our God ...


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    It is difficult to believe that 3 years have passed since this very
    memorable terrorist attack on the US. I still remember how this one
    event impacted a nation overnight. I still remember where I was and how
    I felt when I heard news of this for the first time. I still remember
    the reaction and tears of friends who suffered losses and those who
    were waiting to hear from loved ones. I remember seeing a nation awaken
    to the concerns of the world. I remember a refocusing on God. I
    remember the heated legal debate over the posting of the 10
    commandments in courts being forgotten overnight. I remember people
    praying again.

    This most recent trip to England has reminded me to turn my eyes
    back on Jesus. Last year Nick, Cindy and I sang this song in Liverpool
    to give them a glimpse of America.


    "Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning)"
    by Alan Jackson

    (here's the chorus, but all the lyrics can be found here)

    I'm just a singer of simple songs
    I'm not a real political man
    I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell you
    The difference in Iraq and Iran
    But I know Jesus and I talk to God
    And I remember this from when I was young
    Faith hope and love are some good things he gave us
    And the greatest is love