I will sing to the LORD, Because He has dealt bountifully
with me.
(Psalm 13:6 )
I can carry a tune…that’s about
it. No one is going to hear me sing and
say, “You ought to go on one of those TV talent shows—you could win!” But, I am convinced God enjoys my singing. Perhaps when I am belting out a hymn as I
shower in the morning, my wife puts a pillow over her head, and my dog starts
howling, but maybe the Lord smiles and says to the angels, “Stop and listen to
that! Isn’t it great?” It is precious to Him because it comes
bubbling up from my soul…a heart brimful of love that demands to overflow in a song
I cannot contain! Our Minister of Music
does not need to prod me to sing. It
would not be worship if I could not express myself in song, and be caught up in
the singing of others. While carnal
motives could lead me to simply seek to be entertained, and my focus might be
misplaced on being awed by the talent of others, the reason I am caught up in
song is that I am captivated by my God!
The gift of music is a precious
blessing bestowed by our Creator. He has
woven such creativity and skill into the fabric of our souls. Supremely, music is a means of exalting God’s
greatness as we sing to Him, and exclaiming His goodness as we sing of Him. How can we help but sing as we reflect on His
character—and our love relationship with Him?
God is good, and I am glad! From
a mind consumed with gratitude I will make melody in my heart, and raise His
praise from my lips! Why, the little
birds greet their Maker in the morning with sweet songs, and shall I do less
than the fowls of the air?
I will sing! Won’t you join me?
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