What does the Bible say about music in the church?
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The Bible presents music in the church as a joyful, reverent means of praising God, teaching one another, and expressing faith in Christ. James 5:13 commends singing praise in times of gladness, while Romans 15:9 shows that believers glorify God among the nations through song. Ephesians 5:19 calls the church to address one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord from the heart. Christian worship therefore values music that is shaped by Scripture, centered on God’s grace in Christ, and offered sincerely by the gathered people of God.
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- James 5:13 7 votes
Is any among you suffering? Let him pray. Is any cheerful? Let him sing praises.
- Romans 15:9 6 votes
and that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. As it is written, "Therefore will I give praise to you among the Gentiles, And sing to your name."
- Ephesians 5:19 5 votes
speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs; singing, and singing praises in your heart to the Lord;
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