Retro Reality Check: O Come Let Us Adore Him

Reality Check for December 2008
By Lorraine Walker

O Come Let Us Adore Him

A blanket of darkness covered them in the little cave, the cool air warmed by the heat of the animals that slept nearby. The rough wood caught her sleeve as she lay him down in the horse’s trough. He felt the separation from his mother and his little arms waved about as he opened his mouth to cry…

Clouds covered the light of the sun as they stood on the hill, cool air sweeping over the soldiers standing guard. The rough wood of the cross chaffed her hand as she looked up at him and sobbed. He felt the separation from his Father, and with his arms stretched open wide, he opened his mouth to cry…

Glorious light burst forth from the sky and appeared to be emanating from the figure astride the horse. Riding behind as a member of His army, she lifted her eyes to the glorious sight of her son, the Victorious One, and the Conquering Saviour. Her hand gripped the rough leather of the bridle and her voice joined the rest of the host as she praised her Returning King. He who would forever be One with His Father and Holy Spirit, had come back to earth to wage the last great battle. His arms raised in victory as they opened their mouths to cry…

“Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns!”

The Source of All Light was then seated on the Throne and everything was made new. They fell on their faces before Him and felt neither heat nor cold, rough nor smooth, as their beings were filled with worship for the One who is Forever Faithful. There would never again be separation from Him and His arms opened wide toward them as He opened His mouth to cry…

“It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End.”

This Christmas may we pause to worship the One who always was, is, and always shall be. The first Christmas He came as a helpless child. The next time He returns to this earth, He will come as the King of Kings. May we, like Mary, ponder this in our hearts as we celebrate His birth.

First published by SGM Radio on December 2008.
Reality Check By Lorraine Walker

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Crucifixion Depicted in New Again Music Video

CRUCIFIXION DEPICTED IN NEW AGAIN MUSIC VIDEO

Nashville – The latest music video debut by Jim Sheldon paired with fellow solo artist Rachel Taylor titled “New Again” is now available on YouTube.com/godseyandassociates. The video was filmed over the span of four days in various locations throughout Nashville and Murfreesboro by Godsey and Associates.

“New Again” portrays the relationship between Mary and Jesus, reflecting from Jesus as a baby to a powerful scene of the crucifixion and finally his resurrection.

“What an amazing opportunity to capture this story on film. Everyone gave 100 percent. I hope we reach many people with the message of ‘New Again’.” said producer Scott Godsey.

Twenty year old Garrett Taylor from LaVerne, TN was cast for the role of Jesus in the video. “Well I didn’t know what to expect, but playing Jesus was awesome. There is just something about that name that makes you feel good. However, people probably think being Jesus would be easy but it was not. Carrying the cross was difficult.”

The role was a challenging and strenuous one for Taylor. “Being on the cross made it hard to breath and I almost dislocated my shoulder.” Although the physical demands of the role were painful, the actor says it wasn’t the most difficult part of the portrayal.

“The hardest part about portraying Jesus was trying to be like him every day after we were done shooting the video. I did not really get emotional except for when I was on the cross from all the pain. It took about a day to sink in what I did and it gave me a new perspective on what Jesus went through on the cross.”

Jim Sheldon, also noted for other YouTube successes such as “I Belong to Jesus” and “Extreme Makeover” is very excited about the video reaching new audiences. “I am honored and blessed to be teamed with a God gifted and Christ centered group of people!” said Jim. “I am praying for God to open opportunities for Rachel and me to perform this video all across the country.”

Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1T5t79K4n0.
For more information about Godsey and Associates, visit: http://www.godseyandassociates.com
For more information about Jim Sheldon, visit: http://www.puttinggodfirstministry.com/
For more information about Rachel Taylor, visit: https://www.facebook.com/racheltaylor04#!/racheltaylor04/info