A special song introduced the parents of the bride and groom as they were escorted in, and we all knew by the next concerto that the bride was about to appear. The song created an air of alertness. Music is attention-getting.
The married couple exited to a song of celebration, delight, and announcement. They nearly danced as they exited down the aisle. Later in the evening there was more dancing to music from many generations. Music is timeless and music is celebration.
From the time a child is born there are sweet lullabies of music that encourage sleep and calm, followed by songs that teach: "A, B, C, D..." , and "the B-I-B-L-E, yes that's the book for me".
Music teaches.
Songs help us worship in spirit and in truth. We lift our voices and instruments in praise and we glorify the God Most High. Using words from scripture and tunes of man's creativity, we are called to focus on our Heavenly Father and His Savior Son. Music is worship.
"Sing for joy to God our strength; shout aloud to the God of Jacob! Begin the music, strike the tambourine, play the melodious harp and lyre. Sound the ram's horn at the new Moon, and when the moon is full, on the day of our Feast;" (Psalm 81:1-3 NIV).
Music is a necessity to life. Even if you can't carry a tune, your ears and body respond to the music. Even the deaf can feel the vibrations and be moved. Rejoice in the great gift of music today. Sing, dance, play, and worship the God who gave us the blessing of music.
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