Levi The Poet | Here’s the thing about tour
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t’s beautiful, but it’s not nearly as glamorous as it appeared at fifteen years old, a kid amongst a swarm of people, at least, not for most of us. Nick, RYFO’s founder/director came out to meet me recently at a show in Southern California. Let me tell you, I have nothing but respect and acclaim for that guy. Tour is beautiful, yes, but it’s tiring, it’s congested, it’s fast and anxious, and I think it takes a good amount of faith to keep going. A lot of us are broke out here on this open road, simultaneously stressed out and praying for provision, while giving, giving, giving our everything at shows, in conversation, in community with the people we meet. I’ve said it multiple times before and I’ll say it again because I think the analogy is spot on: it’s hard to pour water out of an empty bucket. When Jesus went from town to town during his ministry, he made sure to take time away from the crowds – time to pray and refill his cup and be silent and revitalized before the Lord. RYFO provides that opportunity for us touring folk. I’ve stayed at many a host home over the last couple of months, and this loving, giving, serving community of people across the country have blessed me beyond comparison. Whether it’s food, showers, laundry, spare tires, car mechanics, conversation, prayer, or just a straight up night of silence for a dude in loud venues every night, RYFO’s ministry refills our dry buckets, and I am so thankful for what they’re doing.