 There is a remarkable line from the old stage play, The Curious Savage, by John Patrick. It has stuck with me many years.
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 At 35, I probably thought I had a pretty good handle on life. I was working, had already experienced some successes in my career and avocation, was raising a family, serving in church, making decisions, solving problems, and generally moving through life with the confidence that comes from having enough experience to feel seasoned. What I didn’t understand was how young I still was.
 It happens all the time. Someone narrowly avoids a car accident. Another person recovers after surgery. A team wins a big game they were supposed to lose. And without hesitation, someone says it:
“It’s a miracle!” But here’s the greater truth--those probably aren’t miracles. At least not in the biblical sense. Not in the theological sense. Not even close. Somewhere along the way, our culture started using “miracle” to describe anything unusual, fortunate, or emotional. And Christians are very prone to this as well.  Much of singing is about technique. Much is about talent. Both play into developing your image as a singer. Image, really? Yes. Every time you sing publicly, you are developing a reputation as a singer, whether good, bad, or indifferent. This reputation becomes part of your image as a singer. Every opportunity you have to sing for the Lord is also your opportunity to grow in your ability as a singer and as one others look forward to hearing. No matter the venue, or purpose, each time you sing in front of others you shape others’ opinions of your abilities.
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