I was introduced to Corner Room’s album, “What Great Mystery” at a time where I was feeling lost and dealing with personal and spiritual struggles in my life. I was new to high school and everything seemed big and different. I was experiencing moments where I felt pressure to do something that I didn’t want to do, and all this pressure was beginning to take over. I was trying to fix things by myself, and I was so focused on others liking me, instead of being content with who I was. My life seemed great on the outside, but on the inside, I had a weary soul. I was scared of rejection but was also struggling with rejecting others. I couldn’t rest in grace, and I wasn’t content with my life.
Of course, I knew the gospel, but at this time in my life, for about a month, I wasn’t truly applying it to my life. I even got physically sick from the stress and anxiety that I was bringing upon myself. But, God saw what I was going through, and one of the ways that he cared for me was introducing me to music that was focused on the gospel and the everlasting love that Jesus gives us. All of these songs have applied to my life, and it’s so cool to see how God has used this music in my life. I know that he is using this music for others also, where we can experience the peace and grace found in Christ. When I listen to all of these amazing songs, I can find freedom in celebrating the gospel. I feel refreshed, and I feel that God is clearly whispering the words of the gospel into my ears every time I listen to this album.
With a combination of acoustic tunes, and a new urban feel, “What Great Mystery” all is wonderful to the ear. The lyrics are nourishing for the soul, and the tunes match perfectly with the lyrics. “O God be Merciful to Me” states, ”Hear gracious God a sinner’s cry; for I have nowhere else to fly. My hope, my only hope’s in thee, O God be Merciful to Me.” These lyrics, pull out the true nature of grace by stating the simplicity of the gospel. This pattern continues throughout the album, constantly bringing me back. When I listen to these songs, it is an escape from all the earthly things going on and I get a true picture of the kingdom of God. Through all of the songs, the title of the whole album, “What Great Mystery”, is related. The reason for this is because the mystery of mercy is pronounced, and over and over again the assurance of true love through Jesus is given. After listening to the tunes, I feel the calling of God telling me to go tell others about the great love of Jesus that is described in the music because ultimate truth is being sung. The song called “Unworthy” states,” We’re unworthy of your great love for us. We praise you Jesus, for your great love for us.”
The authenticity and rare love that happens in Jesus is told through these lyrics by exclaiming the all-powerful nature of God, that he would save us through our brokenness. This music is my place of rest from school, activities, and my need for affirmation from others. I am thankful for this gift from the Corner Room because it points me to the gift of Jesus. I encourage you to check out Corner Room music because I know you will be blessed by it!
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