I guess it is just the way I’m designed, but except for “The Ventures”, I only appreciate the words of a song and not the music. Case in point is, “Red Rubber Ball” sung by the Beetles in 1966.
The story is about a young man who became a temporary ornament in a devastating relationship that stole precious time from him. He states it was a roller coaster ride that came to an end and he really didn’t need her at all.
That sounds good in theory but doesn’t hold up in the test tube of life. The severance of what appeared to be a meaningful relationship will always leave scars and regrets.
Also, he believes the sun is welcoming a new set of experiences much better than the past. How could he possibly know that? The fellow said, “Cheer up. It could be worse.” So I cheered up and, sure enough, it got worse.
Those of us who have been around for more decades than we want to mention realize the emptiness and unreliability of these songs of our youth.
God offers a relationship much more reliable and lasting than any we will find on this planet. Actually, it is the only truly secure relationship we will take with us. Jesus instructing the Sadducees in Matthew 22 made that abundantly clear.
Here is the verse where our Creator reveals the best and most lasting action a human being can take:
John 1:12
But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name:
It is not about the sun, but it is about the Son.
Give it some thought.
Gary