As soon as I saw the title of this song, “Shamgar Had an Ox Goad,” I wanted to listen to it. It didn’t disappoint. The creative and quirky title is accompanied by a very creative and catchy song, where the writers’ celebrate that when it comes to the glory of God, “everything is on the table.” The instruments that God can use for his glory are as limitless as creation itself. That is both a biblical and a hopeful message for any of us doubting that God can indeed turn our stumbling efforts, weaknesses, and even suffering into displays of his glory.
I apologize, but here I can’t help but think of a crossover from that scene in The Fellowship of the Ring, where the different members of the fellowship pledge their weapons (and loyalty) to Frodo, the ring-bearer.
Aragorn: “You have my sword.”
Legolas: “And you have my bow.”
Shamgar:
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