The Divine Composer: Surrendering to the Orchestrator of Life

Musical notes scattered on a piece of paper, even when placed on a staff, cannot create harmony on their own. Without the guiding hand of a composer, they remain a chaotic jumble, devoid of meaning.

Similarly, the 20th-century movement that embraced randomness in music composition often left audiences questioning its validity.

In the same vein, evolutionists frequently overlook the intricate design and order evident in the architecture of the earth, the celestial bodies, and the majestic complexity of living creatures. These empirical realities point to a Creator—Almighty God—whose handiwork transcends the notion of randomness. Wherever human imagination is stirred to marvel at the tangible beauty of creation, there lies an existential proof of the Divine.

The weight of human disobedience and sin is another reality that underscores our need for a Savior. This burden is too great for anyone to bear alone. In Radical Prayer by Manny Hill, the story of Freddie, a former gang member, illustrates this truth. After a life marked by serious crime, Freddie found true peace by surrendering to Christ. His past, heavy with guilt and shame, bent his back much like Christian in John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress. Both Freddie and Bunyan’s fictional character found deliverance through the redemptive power of Christ’s sacrifice (Hill, Radical Prayer).

Hopelessness often stems from the consequences of past mistakes. Without the assurance of forgiveness or the possibility of redemption, the weight of guilt can crush the human spirit, leading to despair. It is only through the mercy of God and the love of Christ that we find hope and the promise of second chances. Without the Designer of redemption—God—and the sacrifice of the Redeemer—Jesus—humanity would be left without hope, morality, or meaning. Just as words or letters cannot form a coherent sentence without the intentionality of a writer, life remains meaningless without a Creator and Savior. As the Psalmist declares, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it” (Psalm 24:1, NIV), and as Paul affirms, “We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works” (Ephesians 2:10, NIV). These truths form the foundation of this narrative.

Life is replete with examples of individuals who attempt to take control of their destinies, often after experiencing divine encounters through dreams, prophecies, or visions. These moments of revelation convince them that their circumstances are orchestrated by God. Yet, as their journeys progress and success follows, many begin to rely on their own strength rather than divine guidance. This shift from dependence to self-reliance is not merely a matter of life and death but a test of obedience and faithfulness.

The story of Solomon in 1 Kings 11 serves as a poignant example. Once beloved by God, Solomon’s heart turned away as he indulged in idolatry, influenced by his many foreign wives. He abandoned God’s ways, and as a result, the kingdom was torn from him and given to his servant, Jeroboam. God’s words to Solomon were clear: “Since you have not kept my covenant and have disobeyed my laws, I will surely tear the kingdom away from you and give it to one of your servants” (1 Kings 11:11, NIV). This prophecy was fulfilled when Jeroboam, a hardworking servant, was anointed king over ten tribes of Israel.

However, Jeroboam’s story took a tragic turn. Despite God’s hand in his rise to power, he forgot the source of his authority. Fearful that the people would return their allegiance to the house of David, Jeroboam devised his own plans to secure his throne. He set up golden calves for worship, leading Israel into idolatry. His forgetfulness of God’s role in his life led to a cascade of errors. When Jeroboam fell ill, his guilt prevented him from approaching the prophet Ahijah directly. Instead, he sent his wife in disguise to seek a word from the Lord. But God, who knows all secrets, revealed the truth to Ahijah, who delivered a stern message: “I promoted you from the ranks of the people and made you ruler over my people Israel” (1 Kings 14:7, NIV). Jeroboam needed to be reminded that God was the true Orchestrator of his life.

Even for those who, through error or manipulation, gain the throne of power or the emblem of affluence, there is hope. These individuals must, through penitence, turn the dissonance of their lives over to the Orchestrator, who specializes in bringing soothing music out of life’s chaos. He transforms discordant notes into harmonious melodies, turning aimless progression into a resolved and satisfying conclusion. Time and again, Scripture reveals how God rearranges the messes of human life into something beautiful for the glory of His name. God is the perfect Orchestrator, but He is not the author of confusion. He takes the broken, the misguided, and the rebellious and rewrites their stories into symphonies of redemption and grace.

Consider the story of Annie J. Flint, a woman whose life seemed confined by physical challenges. Stricken with arthritis and confined to a wheelchair, Annie could have succumbed to despair. Yet, through her compelling love for God, she turned her pain into a tool for His glory. Though her body was immobilized, her divinely inspired pen became a vehicle of mobility, transporting able-bodied individuals into the heart of God. Her timeless hymn, He Giveth More Grace, echoes the truth that God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. Annie’s life is a testament to the Orchestrator’s ability to transform even the most dissonant circumstances into a melody of hope and purpose (Cities Church, “He Giveth More Grace”).

This narrative holds a timeless lesson for us today. Where we are in life is not solely the result of our efforts. No matter the challenges we face, the best course of action is to return to God, the One who owns us and everything around us. Too often, God blesses individuals, only for them to use those blessings to act in pride and defiance of His laws. Many who rise to power mistakenly believe they achieved their position through their own strength. The sooner we learn to serve God obediently and honor Him in all circumstances, the more His blessings and presence will stabilize and expand our lives beyond human comprehension.

Like those who came before us, we stand at a crossroads: to yield to honor or to willfully choose horror. The choice is ours. Will we acknowledge the Orchestrator of our lives, or will we attempt to compose our own destinies, only to find ourselves out of tune with the divine melody? Let us remember that the music of life must be played as directed by the Divine Composer. For even in our dissonance, He can create a masterpiece—if only we surrender to His hand.

References:

1. Hill, Manny. Radical Prayer.

2. The Holy Bible, New International Version (NIV).

3. Cities Church. “He Giveth More Grace.” Available at: https://www.citieschurch.com/journal/he-giveth-more-grace.