"O my strength, I will sing praises to you, for you, O God, are my fortress, the God who shows me steadfast love." Psalm 59:17
One of my greatest joys in life is the wonderful gift of music. Singing has been a passion of mine since I was a little girl. I have always felt that God gave me a talent and I have striven to glorify Him, not myself, through my gift.
My husband and I recently put together a praise and worship team for our church. We are starting to introduce a more contemporary style of worship. There are times when God calls you to do something, and other Christians don't understand your purpose. I believe sometimes people get so caught up in their own opinions regarding things, that they miss the blessing. Although we are doing something we feel called to do, there are still those (and always will be) that don't agree.
I recently heard someone state "music does not change lives!" Are you kidding me? Music has changed countless hearts and lives, including my own. It brings encouragement, prepares a heart for the Lord, and inspires change. Of course, ultimately, God brings that change in a life, but who are we to state that music has no positive impact?
I pray on a daily basis that God would use me, and the talents he has given me, to change lives and bring people to Him. I believe that one way he will accomplish that, is through the tremendous gift of music.
"I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth." Psalm 34:1
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