this year's holy week i've been praying that god would tenderize my heart in order to tangibly feel the emotions that were bore during these 7 days some 2000 years ago. a rather outlandish prayer i am aware, but i mourn over the fact that easter becomes just another liturgical highlighted date that passes by without an intentionality of worship, awe, grief, and celebration.

there is an artist who has assisted in the ushering in of the emotional experiences for this week. (this is not to say that the only way to meditate over the weight of holy week is with music, but along with the movement of the holy spirit, lyrics aid in the guiding of my focus). sharing music is as gorgeous as sharing a good read - thus i think everyone ought to spend some time listening to this singer/songwriter. he has incredibly poetic, colorful, and raw lyricism that draws you into a spirit of reflection. check him out: john mark mcmillian