My Story, My Song (Intimate Reflections)

To all those who regularly read my blogs you would know that I had just come from prayer school a few days ago, and boy was that amazing. Things became so busy as I jumped straight into singing with a dear friend, Miacarla Johns and team, as she launched her first album and first theatre production of 3 days at Nassau Theatre. Since the show had ended I just wanted to rest, because I felt so tired and drained.

There were many rehearsals that went into this production, so much prayer, effort and energy. Rehearsal in the actual theatre came and we were so happy, it was also Mia's birthday and we had some nice treats. The Nassau Theatre is beautiful! It had such a homey and warm atmosphere, perfect for Miacarla's style of music. The next day was dress rehearsal and I felt tired already, the excitement overshadowed the feeling of tiredness during rehearsal, but when we went home and I woke up the next morning, that killed me! Nevertheless, the first evening had come and obviously the atmosphere was buzzing. In the foyer was found precious art works up for silent auction by Charne. Each art work represented most of the songs. As people were coming in, the smell of some good coffee hit you in the face with the harp being beautifully played amongst the people.

Ten to 8 the doors to the theatre opened and the people paced to their desired seats as they anxiously await the start of the show. On stage everything was covered with cream or white cloth, you know like renovation style. The house was in renovation, and the Lord was building the house. Everyone was ready, and the introduction to the show felt like a take off, something like that of an air-hostess reciting the rules and stirring up excitement for the flight. Mia and Bronte (Mia's replica in the show) entered as a piece from Insides Out played and they both got onto a rotating machine back-to-back while Mia sang a line or two from her therapeutic song. As the show progressed Mia came out and she stunned the audience with her beautiful outfits and deep songs. The production was infused with dramatic performances by Bronte and musical pieces by the precious musicians.

Now if you didn't know, Miacarla reaches out to both the Jew and Gentile groups of people and she speaks to both platforms as she celebrates the precious Hebrew Godly lifestyle. As the show would end Mia brought in some hebrew songs for the precious Jewish people in the audience. As the songs would start, Erez hit the stage with his sweet and captivating presence, and you could just feel how the people got excited as they would sing in honour of YHWH.

There are many things I don't have the time or words to put into this blog. If you have missed the show, don't worry, as you can order a dvd of the show. Just contact Miacarla on Facebook at Miacarla Johns or you could request a dvd on the My Story, My Song page. Her CDs are on sale for R100 as well, and for those who might wonder, there are 11 songs on the album. The genre is somewhat jazz and soul. Stay tuned for the news on the next show. This show has been a blessing to many people. What stood out for me was the unity amongst the My Story, My Song team. Every rehearsal and every night of the show began with prayer. We would not begin anything without honouring the Father God. He deserved all the glory as He gave us the precious gifts and now we bless Him with it. Another thing that stood out for me was when the Lord led Mia to sing to individuals at certain times in the show, and these people would just break down or smile to the message sung to them. These were precious moments that will always be cherished in my heart.

As I am recapping, just going back to prayer school a little. I felt God so amazingly through the school, but at the same time all these old emotion began to well up again. Insecurities, feelings of worthlessness, comparison, envy etc. I felt so sad about it, because it felt like a magnifying glass was placed on my life. I felt exposed.

So it continued after the school and I realized that I was on the operating table of the Lord. He is still busy pulling out the things that kill me inside. He is challenging me with fears I did not want to face, He is making me clean.

I am listening to Mia's album at home now and when I heard The Devine Dressmaker song, the line "He takes out His fine tools and to all I look a fool!" just struck me. I thought this is what I felt! It is Him pruning me in my personal life! Likewise are Miacarla's other songs to be digested and thought upon carefully.

Miacarla's songs are not sing along goodie feeling songs, but these are stories of brokeness and trust in a God who calls us to Himself. So next time you hear Mia sing or you hear her CD, know that there is one precious story inside the song.

Thank you for blessing us with your gift Miacarla Johns. You speak in volumes. This now became Our Story, Our Song.

Shalom.

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