Making A Joyful Noise

In the Old Testament, the primary use of music in Biblical times centered in the worship of God. The Hebrews would often worship the Lord with song tied to special events, like after God parted the Red Sea leading the Hebrews out of captivity from Egypt or when the Ark was returned to Jerusalem. KingContinue reading “Making A Joyful Noise”

To Fast or Not to Fast

I must admit, having lived a good portion of my adult life practicing a lifestyle of excess, fasting is a fairly new topic to me. One look at me and you can readily surmise that, historically, I’m not in the habit of skipping meals. Honestly, denying myself pleasure and gratification hasn’t been one of myContinue reading “To Fast or Not to Fast”

Worship: Sing A New Song

Music plays a vital part in building, expressing, and sharing our faith. Throughout Scripture, we see music playing a crucial role in the worship of God. Psalm 96, for example, urges us to sing and proclaim the glory of God’s salvation for all the world to hear. Psalms, hymns, praise choruses and worship songs areContinue reading “Worship: Sing A New Song”