Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Scripture

“O sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.  Sing to the Lord, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day.” Psalm 96:1-2

Reflections

There was a time when people thought the only correct and appropriate music for worship was classic “sacred” music, a particular style of music that came out of Europe, most of which from the last 400 years.  In the 1960’s people started using guitars.  People were horrified.  It wasn’t what they were used to.  It was “new” to them, although guitars had been instruments in use much longer than pipe organs.

Today we have an explosion of music options available.  Our information age has given us easy access to music from different cultures.   Electronic organs sound almost as good as pipe organs.  Any of these can be used to the glory of God.

The moment we start worshiping a particular style of music is the moment we invite trouble.  We will have created a false god.  The Christian faith is not about a particular style of music.  It is a matter of our God who loves us so very much.  “Correct” worship music is not a matter of style or preference.  It is a matter of what comes from the heart, from those who worship in Spirit and truth (Jn. 4:24).

So, we sing a new song to the Lord with all our hearts.  We bless his name.  We tell of his salvation from day to day.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for your great love.  Thank you for the gift of music and the ability to praise you in song.  May my life be a life of praise to you this day.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 96:1-13