There is a story of a young musical prodigy who was a brilliant violinist. When he performed rustling would stop, little children would listen, and tears would fill the eyes of those listening. One day the prodigy was to give a graduation recital and many people, having heard of his reputation, came to hear him. To their delight, he lived up to the hype and was every bit as good a musician as was told.  His repertoire was magnificent and moving. When he finished, the crowd exploded in applause and spontaneously stood to give him a standing ovation. As they cheered and applauded he simply stood there, not acknowledging the accolades. In fact, he acted as if no one was in the room; as though he did not care. He was staring up into the balcony as though he was waiting for something. Finally, the audience turned to look up in the balcony as well, following the young man’s gaze. Seated in the front row of the balcony they saw the student’s mentor and teacher – the maestro - who had not yet applauded. Finally, the maestro smiled, stood and applauded. When he did, then the young prodigy took his bow.

Fellow Christians, you might have the applause of the world; you might have everyone giving you the glad hand and saying “attaboy”. But there is only one approval that really matters - the approval of our Savior and King, Jesus Christ. He is the one who created you; who saved you; who provides for you.  He is your maestro; your Lord.  Those of us who are saved have the desire in our heart to hear Him say on that final day, “Well done, good and faithful servant!”
 


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