I have played harmonica ("In the Garden" - my mother's favorite hymn) at church for both Sunday morning services. Standup mike that I grabbed & held close to the instrument in my hands, accompanied by our pianist. The sound was incredible, floating out over the congregation.
The shortness of breath that comes with nervousness does not play well with the harmonica...so after the first couple of measures, I somehow took a deep breath, consciously relaxed and just lifted my offering of joyous sound up to the Lord. That joy took over, the hair on the back of my neck stood up & if there were worldly judgments, those I left to others if they felt the need to judge the gift.
Lift it up, brother, just lift it up - someone else will take care of its reception and it will be well with all who hear...
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centexwoody
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