“THE GIFT OF MUSIC”
From
its infancy music and songs have been an intricate part of the
church. Music and song are creations of God. From what we
understand about Satan; it appears he was a leader of the Heavenly
Musical Chorus. Think about how much music is a part of our lives.
Every
high school and college has a school song. We are all familiar with
the traditional wedding march. When we hear the organ strike up that
familiar tune, we stand while turning to see the bride. Music plays
an intricate part in our lives. No car is built without a radio and
CD player. It has become standard equipment.
THE
BIBLE TEACHES US SOME VALUABLE LESSONS ABOUT MUSIC:
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Music ministers to the soul.
“These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house
of the Lord after the Ark came to rest there. They ministered with
music before the Tabernacle” (I Chronicles 6:31-32). Music, good
or bad, ministers to the soul of man. That’s why believers should
practice listening to Christian music.
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Music should carry the theme of
Scripture. “Your decrees are the theme of my song wherever I
lodge” (Psalms 119:54). Unlike much of the secular music
industry, our life experiences can find hope, direction, and
inspiration in Scripture. This in turn can spark a dynamic song based
on Scripture.
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Believers are invited to make
music to the Lord. “…I will sing to the Lord, I will
worship the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful
songs” (Psalms 100:1-2).
Music
and singing are gifts from God that ministers to the soul. If you
are a singer and/or musician, make music to the Lord. Listen to the
kind of music that offers Biblical solutions to life’s problems.
Listen to the kind of music that elevates Christ and builds up the
church. Remember, it’s a gift from God.