My Soul Sings

Wayne and Libby Huirua, pioneers of New Zealand's Parachute Band, visited my church again to conduct worship workshops. I had the privilege to play the synthesiser with them, as they lead worship for the congregation. But really, what ministered to me most was Libby's sharing about the song she wrote when she had to undergo an operation some weeks back, to remove 3 cysts from her throat. Being a singer (and a real good one), she was really afraid that she would lose her voice as a result of the operation. It was during that period that God spoke to her, and asked if she could still worship Him even if she could not sing anymore. In a situation like that, worship can only rise from deep within - in silence. And, it is a choice to worship. I've been wondering lately how it is even possible to shift my focus from myself to the others around me, when things have been so difficult that I feel quite overwhelmed. Frankly, I've been trying very hard to be less self-centred. And Libby's song really sums up all I've been trying to say, even if it's just so hard. This theme of worshipping God for who He is, and not what He has done, really seems to run through my life. And may probably run the course of my life.

My Soul Sings
(By Libby Huirua)

Words are not enough to describe the majesty of God
There’s a sound of worship rising up from deep within my heart
In the place of silence
I find a way to praise you
In the place of silence
I find a way to praise you still

It’s a new place from a new heart
It’s a new day
My soul sings
My soul sings
As I reach to God-alive

Beyond the words
Beyond the songs
My soul sings
My soul sings

I will be still and know
You are God
I will be still and know
You are God