I Cannot Come To The Banquet Video

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I Cannot Come To The Banquet Lyrics

Verse 1
A certain man held a feast
on his fine estate in town,
He laid a festive table
and wore a wedding gown;
He sent invitations to his neighbours
far and wide,
But when the meal was ready,
each of them replied,
I cannot come

Chorus
I cannot come to the banquet
Don’t trouble me now;
I have married a wife,
I have bought me a cow,
I have fields and commitments
That cost a pretty sum –
Pray, hold me excused,
I cannot come.

Verse 2
The master rose up in anger called
his servants by name,
Said, Go into the town, fetch the blind
and the lame;
Fetch the peasant and the pauper
for this I have willed:
My banquet must be crowded
and my table must filled.

Verse 3
Now, God has written a lesson
for the rest of mankind,
If we’re slow in responding
He may leave us behind;
He’s preparing a banquet
for that great and glorious day
When the Lord and Master calls,
be certain not to say, I cannot (come.)

Notes

The hymn I Cannot Come to the Banquet is a poignant reminder of God’s invitation to His kingdom and the consequences of ignoring it. For a Christian, it underscores the importance of prioritizing God’s call over worldly distractions and commitments.

In the first verse, the parable-like story reflects Jesus’ teaching about the kingdom of God being likened to a feast. The host extends an open invitation, but those invited offer excuses, choosing personal pursuits—marriage, property, and work—over the feast. This mirrors how people often prioritize worldly concerns over their relationship with God.

The chorus repeats their excuses, emphasizing how easily one can dismiss God’s call when preoccupied with temporal matters.

In the second verse, the master’s response highlights God’s inclusivity and grace. The blind, lame, and impoverished—those often marginalized—are invited, symbolizing God’s open arms to all who humbly accept His invitation.

The final verse delivers a sobering message: God’s invitation is not indefinite. Ignoring His call can result in missing out on the eternal banquet, the celebration of God’s kingdom. The hymn encourages Christians to reflect on their priorities, reminding them of the joy and fulfillment found in saying “yes” to God’s invitation.

Singers / Instrumentalists

• Kosome Akako – Rhythm Guitar
• Joseph Kamuhoyi – Rhythm Guitar
• Moses Were – Violin
• Joshua Kimura – Video
• Grace Chepchumba
• Mitchelle Ouma
• Vicky Yego
• Becky Achitsa
• Matthew Mwangi

Date

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

Venue

Arboretum, Eldoret

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