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Musical Instruments in Worship
Why acceptable in worship or not?
Arguments in favor or not?
Challenging time?
Most people in religious world says, who cares? Under
grace?
Doing it the way we like it?
Is it a mentality?
Issue is, how we approach the scriptures.
Leviticus in order to approach the Lord...
2 things had to happen:
1. The worshiper must be holy (Leviticus 11:45, I Peter 1:16)
45 I am the Lord, who brought you up out of Egypt to be your God; therefore be holy, because I am holy.
16 for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”[a]
2. That which is "holy" must be used in worship. (10:1-
3,10)
Moses explains that which the Lord did not command. Can we come to the Lord to anything we want?
This document outlines Dale Wells' thoughts and suggestions for leading various aspects of worship for the Palm Desert Church of Christ, given their current situation of increasing attendance. It provides their new Sunday schedule with two worship services. It also gives guidance on streamlining the worship order, leading public prayer, reading scripture, communion, announcements, and singing. Suggestions include being God-focused, orderly, and prepared. The goal is to magnify God and uplift worshippers while enriching spiritual lives.
This document discusses holiness as a quality that Christians possess. It notes that according to Ephesians 1:4, God chose believers to be holy before creation. Believers' holiness is both positional - they are holy because of their union with Christ - and practical, as it is an increasing quality throughout the sanctification process involving obedience. The document explores several passages demonstrating how believers have been made holy through Christ's sacrifice and are called to live holy lives as God is holy.
The Gospel passage discusses Jesus asking his disciples who people say he is and who they say he is. Peter correctly identifies Jesus as the Messiah. Jesus then tells the disciples that he must suffer greatly and be killed but will rise on the third day. He tells his followers that they must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him, even if it means losing their life.
The document discusses spiritual gifts as outlined in I Corinthians 12:1-7. It notes that in I Corinthians, Paul addresses problems and questions that arose in the Corinthian church, including questions about spiritual gifts. The document then provides definitions and basics about spiritual gifts, explaining that every believer has one spiritual gift given to them by God at salvation to use in ministry. It discusses that believers have one gift, not multiple gifts, and gifts are given because God chose that gift for the individual. The document closes by explaining that God gave spiritual gifts to glorify himself, equip the saints, and build up the body of Christ.
St. Stephen's Power Point sample - music removedKay Flores
Let us pray.
People: Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Priest: The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.
Deacon: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
This document outlines Dale Wells' thoughts and suggestions for leading various aspects of worship for the Palm Desert Church of Christ, given their current situation of increasing attendance. It provides their new Sunday schedule with two worship services. It also gives guidance on streamlining the worship order, leading public prayer, reading scripture, communion, announcements, and singing. Suggestions include being God-focused, orderly, and prepared. The goal is to magnify God and uplift worshippers while enriching spiritual lives.
This document discusses holiness as a quality that Christians possess. It notes that according to Ephesians 1:4, God chose believers to be holy before creation. Believers' holiness is both positional - they are holy because of their union with Christ - and practical, as it is an increasing quality throughout the sanctification process involving obedience. The document explores several passages demonstrating how believers have been made holy through Christ's sacrifice and are called to live holy lives as God is holy.
The Gospel passage discusses Jesus asking his disciples who people say he is and who they say he is. Peter correctly identifies Jesus as the Messiah. Jesus then tells the disciples that he must suffer greatly and be killed but will rise on the third day. He tells his followers that they must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him, even if it means losing their life.
The document discusses spiritual gifts as outlined in I Corinthians 12:1-7. It notes that in I Corinthians, Paul addresses problems and questions that arose in the Corinthian church, including questions about spiritual gifts. The document then provides definitions and basics about spiritual gifts, explaining that every believer has one spiritual gift given to them by God at salvation to use in ministry. It discusses that believers have one gift, not multiple gifts, and gifts are given because God chose that gift for the individual. The document closes by explaining that God gave spiritual gifts to glorify himself, equip the saints, and build up the body of Christ.
St. Stephen's Power Point sample - music removedKay Flores
Let us pray.
People: Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Priest: The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.
Deacon: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
This document discusses prophetic worship, providing biblical basis and examples of what can occur. It defines prophetic worship as inspired by the Spirit of God, involving revelation, intercession, spiritual warfare, and proclamation. The biblical basis includes passages showing David separating people to prophesy through music. Prophetic worship is encouraged for every service as a way for God to reveal his heart and will through worship encounters. Examples of what can happen include divine revelation, intercessory prayer, strategic spiritual warfare, and prophetic declarations.
This document calls on women to commit themselves to ministry work. It references biblical passages about women who worked for God, including Lydia who was Paul's first convert in Europe and opened her home as a church, and Phoebe who was a deaconess highly praised by Paul for her service. The document argues that one's status or age should not hinder commitment to God's work, and that supporting ministry is important. It concludes by exhorting women to step up and commit now to the ministry of God, as change is coming.
The document discusses why we worship and the various ways we worship according to the Bible. It states that we worship God because he is our creator and merciful. Some of the ways we worship mentioned in the Bible include praying together aloud, lifting hands in praise, singing with our hearts, playing instruments, clapping, shouting, dancing, testifying, giving offerings, anointing with oil for healing, and allowing spiritual gifts. We are encouraged to worship God continually using praise and thanksgiving. God receives pleasure from our worship and his presence is brought to us, depressions are lifted, and victories are won through worship.
There have been many attempts to justify the introduction of instrumental music into the worship of the church. This lesson seeks to respond to many of these attempts.
This document discusses spiritual gifts as outlined in I Corinthians 12:1-7. It begins with an outline of I Corinthians which addresses problems and questions faced by the church, including divisions, immorality, and lawsuits. The document specifically examines chapter 12 which addresses questions about spiritual gifts. It defines spiritual gifts as supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. The basics are discussed, including that every believer has one gift, received at salvation, for the purpose of glorifying God and building up the church.
The document discusses the state of Christianity in the Southern United States based on various statistics. Some key points include: the South is growing faster than other regions and is becoming more racially diverse; while most evangelicals believe religion is important and God exists, fewer attend church regularly or believe the Bible contains one interpretation; and fewer Christians are actively sharing their faith or donating to their church. The document calls Christians to refocus on being radically God-centered in their faith and living for God's glory alone.
St. Barnabas Anglican Church holds a Sunday service on July 8th. The service includes readings from 2 Samuel and 2 Corinthians, as well as music, prayers, and communion. Upcoming church events are announced, including a Bible study on Monday and a summer concert the following Saturday.
The document contains lyrics to worship songs praising God, as well as passages from the Bible about asking God for blessings and the nations. It then discusses the five fundamentals of the Christian faith: the inerrancy of Scripture, the virgin birth and deity of Jesus, substitutionary atonement through God's grace and faith, the bodily resurrection of Jesus, and the return of Christ. It emphasizes the importance of these fundamentals for building a healthy church and warns that abandoning any of them can lead to doctrinal problems.
This document contains the order of service for a Love of Torah Fellowship gathering. It includes prayers, songs of praise, Torah readings from the book of Genesis on the weekly parasha (Torah portion) of Vayishlach, and discussions. The parasha tells the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel and reconciling with his brother Esau. The fellowship aims to study God's word, encourage one another, and learn to love and obey God.
Paul and Barnabas had a disagreement over whether to take John Mark on their second missionary journey. Barnabas wanted to take Mark but Paul did not, due to Mark leaving them during their first journey. They parted ways, with Barnabas taking Mark to Cyprus while Paul chose Silas and traveled through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches by preaching the gospel of salvation by faith alone. Paul then met Timothy and circumcised him to help him minister to Jews, as Timothy's father was Greek. Paul and Silas continued on their journey, delivering the letter from the Jerusalem Council and strengthening the churches' faith as they preached the gospel of salvation through faith in Jesus alone.
Home missions describes work of those who start churches or do para-church work, to support the church in spreading the gospel. Presentation for sermon delivered 11/1/2015 at Providence Assembly of God.
The document discusses the role of music in worship from a biblical perspective. It references passages from the Bible where music was incorporated appropriately into worship services. However, it also discusses instances where music led God's people astray, such as when the Israelites engaged in idolatrous worship involving Egyptian and Moabite styles of music and dance. The document argues that music reflects and shapes one's worldview, and that we must ensure the music we use in worship aligns with a biblical understanding of God and is not influenced by pagan philosophies.
The document discusses three different approaches churches take towards prayer:
Church A sees prayer as a lip service with occasional special prayer meetings. Church B recognizes prayer as important and wants to provide opportunities for intercessors, but few people are involved. Church C believes that lasting change only happens through prayer and that prayer should permeate all ministries with widespread participation.
Ha38 06142015 never a reason to leave the word of godJames Bradshaw
1. The document discusses how a growing church faces problems but must prioritize spreading the word of God. It outlines how the early church in Acts 6 addressed complaints by having leaders appoint additional helpers so the apostles could focus on prayer and preaching.
2. Elders, preachers, and deacons all have important roles to play, with elders overseeing prayer and the ministry of God's word as shepherds, and deacons serving practical needs so the word can spread.
3. When the early church properly addressed needs and refocused on preaching, the number of disciples multiplied greatly and the word of God spread further. The key is never leaving preaching the word to do things our
This document discusses spiritual gifts, which are supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. Every believer receives one gift. Spiritual gifts fall into different categories, including authenticating gifts, foundational gifts, temporary gifts, equipping gifts, speaking gifts, and serving gifts. There are also permanent gifts like pastor-teacher, teacher, evangelist, and gifts of ruling and administration. The document encourages visiting the church's website to learn more about the church and listen to sermons that complement the teaching on spiritual gifts.
This document discusses the key aspects of becoming a house of prayer based on passages from the Bible. It outlines five aspects:
1. A house of prayer is first a house of His presence. When God's presence fills the temple, it brings glory.
2. It is also a house of purity. Jesus drove out those defiling the temple with commerce and restored it as a house of prayer.
3. It is a house of prayer where people from all nations can pray. Jesus condemned those who obstructed prayer.
4. A house of prayer is a house of power, where God heals and moves through prayer.
5. Finally, it is a house of praise, as
The document is lyrics to a worship song praising God. It expresses that God is holy and awesome, lifting hands and bowing in worship. It describes singing together that God is holy and the earth is filled with his glory. The anthem of God's renown is rising up around the world.
Isaiah receives a vision of God on his throne in the temple after the death of King Uzziah. In the vision, Isaiah sees God seated on a high and exalted throne, with his robe filling the temple. The vision served to confirm Isaiah's faith and calling as a prophet, and to fill him with reverence for God. Commentators discuss various details of the vision, such as whether Isaiah saw God directly or a manifestation of him, the meaning of certain terms, and implications for Christology based on other biblical references. The vision underscored God's eternal sovereignty in contrast to the mortality of earthly kings like Uzziah.
This document discusses prophetic worship, providing biblical basis and examples of what can occur. It defines prophetic worship as inspired by the Spirit of God, involving revelation, intercession, spiritual warfare, and proclamation. The biblical basis includes passages showing David separating people to prophesy through music. Prophetic worship is encouraged for every service as a way for God to reveal his heart and will through worship encounters. Examples of what can happen include divine revelation, intercessory prayer, strategic spiritual warfare, and prophetic declarations.
This document calls on women to commit themselves to ministry work. It references biblical passages about women who worked for God, including Lydia who was Paul's first convert in Europe and opened her home as a church, and Phoebe who was a deaconess highly praised by Paul for her service. The document argues that one's status or age should not hinder commitment to God's work, and that supporting ministry is important. It concludes by exhorting women to step up and commit now to the ministry of God, as change is coming.
The document discusses why we worship and the various ways we worship according to the Bible. It states that we worship God because he is our creator and merciful. Some of the ways we worship mentioned in the Bible include praying together aloud, lifting hands in praise, singing with our hearts, playing instruments, clapping, shouting, dancing, testifying, giving offerings, anointing with oil for healing, and allowing spiritual gifts. We are encouraged to worship God continually using praise and thanksgiving. God receives pleasure from our worship and his presence is brought to us, depressions are lifted, and victories are won through worship.
There have been many attempts to justify the introduction of instrumental music into the worship of the church. This lesson seeks to respond to many of these attempts.
This document discusses spiritual gifts as outlined in I Corinthians 12:1-7. It begins with an outline of I Corinthians which addresses problems and questions faced by the church, including divisions, immorality, and lawsuits. The document specifically examines chapter 12 which addresses questions about spiritual gifts. It defines spiritual gifts as supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. The basics are discussed, including that every believer has one gift, received at salvation, for the purpose of glorifying God and building up the church.
The document discusses the state of Christianity in the Southern United States based on various statistics. Some key points include: the South is growing faster than other regions and is becoming more racially diverse; while most evangelicals believe religion is important and God exists, fewer attend church regularly or believe the Bible contains one interpretation; and fewer Christians are actively sharing their faith or donating to their church. The document calls Christians to refocus on being radically God-centered in their faith and living for God's glory alone.
St. Barnabas Anglican Church holds a Sunday service on July 8th. The service includes readings from 2 Samuel and 2 Corinthians, as well as music, prayers, and communion. Upcoming church events are announced, including a Bible study on Monday and a summer concert the following Saturday.
The document contains lyrics to worship songs praising God, as well as passages from the Bible about asking God for blessings and the nations. It then discusses the five fundamentals of the Christian faith: the inerrancy of Scripture, the virgin birth and deity of Jesus, substitutionary atonement through God's grace and faith, the bodily resurrection of Jesus, and the return of Christ. It emphasizes the importance of these fundamentals for building a healthy church and warns that abandoning any of them can lead to doctrinal problems.
This document contains the order of service for a Love of Torah Fellowship gathering. It includes prayers, songs of praise, Torah readings from the book of Genesis on the weekly parasha (Torah portion) of Vayishlach, and discussions. The parasha tells the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel and reconciling with his brother Esau. The fellowship aims to study God's word, encourage one another, and learn to love and obey God.
Paul and Barnabas had a disagreement over whether to take John Mark on their second missionary journey. Barnabas wanted to take Mark but Paul did not, due to Mark leaving them during their first journey. They parted ways, with Barnabas taking Mark to Cyprus while Paul chose Silas and traveled through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches by preaching the gospel of salvation by faith alone. Paul then met Timothy and circumcised him to help him minister to Jews, as Timothy's father was Greek. Paul and Silas continued on their journey, delivering the letter from the Jerusalem Council and strengthening the churches' faith as they preached the gospel of salvation through faith in Jesus alone.
Home missions describes work of those who start churches or do para-church work, to support the church in spreading the gospel. Presentation for sermon delivered 11/1/2015 at Providence Assembly of God.
The document discusses the role of music in worship from a biblical perspective. It references passages from the Bible where music was incorporated appropriately into worship services. However, it also discusses instances where music led God's people astray, such as when the Israelites engaged in idolatrous worship involving Egyptian and Moabite styles of music and dance. The document argues that music reflects and shapes one's worldview, and that we must ensure the music we use in worship aligns with a biblical understanding of God and is not influenced by pagan philosophies.
The document discusses three different approaches churches take towards prayer:
Church A sees prayer as a lip service with occasional special prayer meetings. Church B recognizes prayer as important and wants to provide opportunities for intercessors, but few people are involved. Church C believes that lasting change only happens through prayer and that prayer should permeate all ministries with widespread participation.
Ha38 06142015 never a reason to leave the word of godJames Bradshaw
1. The document discusses how a growing church faces problems but must prioritize spreading the word of God. It outlines how the early church in Acts 6 addressed complaints by having leaders appoint additional helpers so the apostles could focus on prayer and preaching.
2. Elders, preachers, and deacons all have important roles to play, with elders overseeing prayer and the ministry of God's word as shepherds, and deacons serving practical needs so the word can spread.
3. When the early church properly addressed needs and refocused on preaching, the number of disciples multiplied greatly and the word of God spread further. The key is never leaving preaching the word to do things our
This document discusses spiritual gifts, which are supernatural abilities given to believers at salvation to minister to the body of Christ. Every believer receives one gift. Spiritual gifts fall into different categories, including authenticating gifts, foundational gifts, temporary gifts, equipping gifts, speaking gifts, and serving gifts. There are also permanent gifts like pastor-teacher, teacher, evangelist, and gifts of ruling and administration. The document encourages visiting the church's website to learn more about the church and listen to sermons that complement the teaching on spiritual gifts.
This document discusses the key aspects of becoming a house of prayer based on passages from the Bible. It outlines five aspects:
1. A house of prayer is first a house of His presence. When God's presence fills the temple, it brings glory.
2. It is also a house of purity. Jesus drove out those defiling the temple with commerce and restored it as a house of prayer.
3. It is a house of prayer where people from all nations can pray. Jesus condemned those who obstructed prayer.
4. A house of prayer is a house of power, where God heals and moves through prayer.
5. Finally, it is a house of praise, as
The document is lyrics to a worship song praising God. It expresses that God is holy and awesome, lifting hands and bowing in worship. It describes singing together that God is holy and the earth is filled with his glory. The anthem of God's renown is rising up around the world.
Isaiah receives a vision of God on his throne in the temple after the death of King Uzziah. In the vision, Isaiah sees God seated on a high and exalted throne, with his robe filling the temple. The vision served to confirm Isaiah's faith and calling as a prophet, and to fill him with reverence for God. Commentators discuss various details of the vision, such as whether Isaiah saw God directly or a manifestation of him, the meaning of certain terms, and implications for Christology based on other biblical references. The vision underscored God's eternal sovereignty in contrast to the mortality of earthly kings like Uzziah.
This hymn praises the holiness of God in four stanzas. It describes God as holy, merciful and mighty, referring to Him as Lord God Almighty and the blessed Trinity. Each stanza repeats the refrain "Holy, holy, holy" and highlights different aspects of God's character including His glory, perfection, and that all of His works will praise His name.
The document describes a vision of the prophet Isaiah. Isaiah saw God on his throne surrounded by angels, demonstrating God's holiness and glory. When Isaiah saw God's holiness, he became aware of his own sinfulness. However, God purified Isaiah with burning coal to cleanse him of his sins. Isaiah then heard God calling for a messenger to reach the lost, and Isaiah volunteered to serve as God's messenger.
The document provides analysis and commentary on various Psalms and sections of Psalms. It notes that Psalms 107-118 focus on redemption and coming home, with Psalm 107 depicting four portraits of redemption and deliverance from dangers. Psalms 111-113 are described as a pair of acrostic Psalms along with the first Hallal Psalm. Psalms 117-119 form a dramatic contrast around Psalm 118. The longest Psalm 119 is contrasted with the shortest Psalm 117, while Psalm 118 sits in the middle. The document also analyzes the "Songs of Ascent" from Psalms 120-134 which were songs sung by pilgrims journeying to Jerusalem and the temple.
This hymn praises God as holy three times, describing Him as the Lord God Almighty. It refers to God in three persons as the blessed Trinity. The saints in heaven and angels cast down their crowns and fall down before God, acknowledging that He was, is and always shall be holy, perfect in power, love and purity.
This hymn praises God as holy, holy, holy and as the Lord God Almighty. It describes how God should be praised early in the morning through song. The hymn refers to God in three persons as the blessed Trinity and describes how saints, cherubim and seraphim all adore and fall down before God, acknowledging that God was, is and always shall be.
This document discusses the anatomy of music beyond just rhythm, melody, and harmony. It argues that music reveals one's worldview and philosophy. Certain types of music, like rock music, reflect a postmodern worldview that there is no absolute truth. The document also discusses how music can physically affect the body and synchronize brain waves with rhythms in a way that releases hormones. Certain loud and relentless beats in rock music can place the body under stress.
This document discusses the anatomy of music and its role in worship. It argues that music reveals one's worldview and understanding of God. The foundation of music represents our ideas about God, His character, and how He is to be worshipped. It draws parallels between the Israelites worshipping a golden calf in Exodus, which incorporated Egyptian styles of worship, and warns against amalgamating pagan styles of music with Christian worship. The theme is that worship either glorifies God or the beast; music must be evaluated based on whether it aligns with a biblical understanding of God.
This Presentation is a compilation of the various historical events, including the ones that happened in the Holy Bible, that brought revival and the results of such prominent incidents.
The document discusses elements of worship in the Old Testament, including adoration, penitence, thanksgiving, intercession, meditation, and sacrifice. It describes the Ark of the Covenant, tabernacle, temple, Jewish feasts and festivals, synagogue worship, and liturgical cycles in ancient Israel. Key elements included sacrificial worship, the Ark as representing God's presence, and annual feasts like Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles that were precursors to Christian holy days.
The document summarizes key people and events from the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. It describes how the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon and lists that were made to account for sacred temple articles, repatriated exiles, Levites who lagged behind, dwellers of Jerusalem, and members of the choir. The overall message is that God was in control of history and cared for each individual and detail as the Israelites rebuilt Jerusalem and restored worship at the temple.
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1) Hezekiah desired to revive worship in Judah after his father Ahaz had led the people to worship other gods.
2) Hezekiah made the decision to cleanse and repair the temple. He gathered the priests and Levites to remove rubbish and sanctify the temple.
3) Hezekiah was determined to fully restore proper worship of God, offering sacrifices and leading the people in worship with music and bowing.
2013 Book of Mormon: Chapter 4 (Institute Lesson by hgellor)Leah Gellor
The Lord has restored plain and precious truths through modern prophets to help us come unto Him. According to the passage, the Bible was corrupted by a great and abominable church removing many plain and precious parts. However, the Book of Mormon and other latter-day scriptures establish the truth of the Bible by restoring lost truths. Prayer and revelation are essential to understanding scripture, as Nephi learned through inquiring of the Lord about his father's visions.
The document discusses the use of musical instruments in sacred worship based on biblical passages. It summarizes that the instruments used in temple worship included trumpets, lyres, harps, and cymbals. Trumpets were used to signal the beginning of songs and worship. String instruments like lyres and harps accompanied singing without drowning out the voice. Cymbals were played to mark breaks between verses or sections of songs. Together the instruments helped lead the congregation in songs of praise to God.
1. Psalm 150 exhorts the use of various musical instruments such as trumpets, harps, cymbals, and others to praise God.
2. In the worship at the Temple, instruments such as trumpets and cymbals were used to signal the beginning and end of songs but not to set the rhythm. Stringed instruments accompanied singing without covering the voice.
3. Ellen White affirmed the use of musical instruments in worship services to add interest if used properly to support the voice and lift thoughts to God, but warned against their overuse or use to entertain.
This document discusses the mystery and significance of the shofar, or ram's horn trumpet. It explains that the shofar was used in biblical times to call people to assemble, sound alarms, and signal movement into battle. God himself is said to have blown the shofar at Mount Sinai. The shofar blast patterns of tekiah, shevarim, and teruah are explained. The document suggests the shofar will be blown again at the second coming of Christ. It explores the shofar's role in important biblical events like the battle of Jericho and Gideon's victory. The mystery of the shofar is that its sound represents God's presence, voice,
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The document discusses the concept of "the anointing" from a biblical perspective. It defines anointing as being set apart or authorized by God to fulfill a specific role or task, often through the symbolic act of applying oil. Examples given include Aaron and his sons being anointed as priests, and kings like Saul, David and Solomon being anointed to lead Israel. Jesus is described as being anointed by God through the Holy Spirit to preach, heal and fulfill his role as the Messiah. The effects of receiving an anointing are said to include being taught, commissioned, and set apart for special service to God.
The passage describes the dedication ceremony for the newly rebuilt walls of Jerusalem. Nehemiah and Ezra organized singing groups from surrounding Levitical villages to lead the celebration. The priests, Levites and people purified themselves in preparation. Then in two processions, they walked along the top of the walls, with singing, music and sacrifices, giving thanks to God for completing the work. The joyous sounds of celebration could be heard from far away.
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This document provides an overview of the theology of religious worship and the Sabbath day according to the Westminster Confession. It discusses that worship should only be given to God as he has prescribed in scripture. It outlines the proper elements of worship including prayer, singing, scripture reading, and the sacraments. It also discusses that while places of worship were important in the Old Testament, under the New Covenant worship can occur anywhere as long as it is done in spirit and in truth. Finally, it affirms that the Sabbath is still binding for Christians, though the day of observance has changed from Saturday to Sunday.
This document discusses the concept of "harps and bowls praying" which refers to a style of prayer that incorporates worship music ("harps") and intercession ("bowls") in an interactive relationship. It explores biblical examples like King David's tabernacle which brought together worship singers, musicians, and intercessors. The document provides details on implementing antiphonal singing, praying Scripture, and maintaining a focus on God rather than the demonic in spiritual warfare. The goal is to help prayer move from an "outside-in" to an "inside-out" approach that is Spirit-led.
The document discusses the design and symbolism of ancient temples and the Temple in Jerusalem. It notes that temples were highly visible, audible, aromatic, and memorable sites that formed the center of society. The Temple provided a sense of identity, security, prosperity and responsibility for the community. It represented heaven on earth with distinct earthly, heavenly, and divine realms. The document then describes the design and furnishings of the Tabernacle, First and Second Temples in detail.
The document discusses guidelines around music and singing in worship based on Ellen White's counsel. It provides perspectives on avoiding emotionalism or popular singing and instead focusing on heartfelt praise through song. It also addresses selecting familiar hymns, organizing good singing groups, and conducting the song service with order. While some Bible texts mention dancing, the document cautions that dancing is only appropriate during times designated by God and certain forms of dancing may not be acceptable.
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Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
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3. • Leviticus: in order to approach the Lord...
• The worshiper must be holy (11:45; 1 Pet. 1:16)
• That which is “holy” must be used in worship:
(10:1-3, 10)
• Jesus taught the same principle (Mark 7)
• It was not until David that God commanded
instruments in worship
• The use of instruments was regulated by
divine command to be used in the temple
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
4. • 1 Chron. 16:1, 4-6
“Then he appointed some of the Levites as
ministers before the ark of the LORD, to invoke,
to thank, and to praise the LORD, the God of
Israel. Asaph was the chief, and second to him
were Zechariah, Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel,
Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel,
who were to play harps and lyres; Asaph was to
sound the cymbals, and Benaiah and Jahaziel the
priests were to blow trumpets regularly before
the ark of the covenant of God.”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
5. • 1 Chron. 23:4-5, 25-26
“The Levites, thirty years old and upward, were
numbered, and the total was 38,000
men....4,000 shall offer praises to the LORD
with the instruments that I have made for
praise....For David said, “The LORD, the God of
Israel, has given rest to his people, and he
dwells in Jerusalem forever. And so the Levites
no longer need to carry the tabernacle or any of
the things for its service.”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
6. • 2 Chron. 29:25-27 (Hezekiah’s Reforms)
“And he stationed the Levites in the house of the
LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, according to
the commandment of David and of Gad the king’s
seer and of Nathan the prophet, for the
commandment was from the LORD through his
prophets. The Levites stood with the instruments of
David, and the priests with the trumpets. Then
Hezekiah commanded that the burnt offering be
offered on the altar. And when the burnt offering
began, the song to the LORD began also, and the
trumpets, accompanied by the instruments of David
king of Israel.”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
7. • 2 Chron. 29:25-27 (Hezekiah’s Reforms)
“And he stationed the Levites in the house of the
LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, according to
the commandment of David and of Gad the king’s
seer and of Nathan the prophet, for the
commandment was from the LORD through his
prophets. The Levites stood with the instruments of
David, and the priests with the trumpets. Then
Hezekiah commanded that the burnt offering be
offered on the altar. And when the burnt offering
began, the song to the LORD began also, and the
trumpets, accompanied by the instruments of David
king of Israel.”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
8. • Important observations:
• They did not presume to add instruments: “for
the command was from the Lord through His
prophets”
• Instruments were limited to what David
authorized: “the Levites stood with the musical
instruments of David”
• “priests with the trumpets” – authority of
Moses, (Numbers 10:1-10)
• David did not institute instruments of his own
accord: “the command was from the Lord”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
9. • 1 Chron. 28:11-13
“Then David gave Solomon his son the plan of the
vestibule of the temple, and of its houses, its
treasuries, its upper rooms, and its inner
chambers, and of the room for the mercy seat;
and the plan of all that he had in mind for the
courts of the house of the LORD, all the
surrounding chambers, the treasuries of the
house of God, and the treasuries for dedicated
gifts; for the divisions of the priests and of the
Levites, and all the work of the service in the
house of the LORD.”
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
10. • 1 Chron. 28:19
“All this he made clear to me in writing from the
hand of the LORD, all the work to be done
according to the plan.”
• Summed up:
• Instruments were not a “liberty” for Israel
• The Lord designated the specific instruments
to be used & the individuals using them
• No other instruments were added throughout
the OT period
Musical Instruments in OT Worship
11. • 2 Chron. 23:18 (Reforms of Jehoida, Joash,
835 BC)
“And Jehoiada posted watchmen for the house of
the LORD under the direction of the Levitical
priests and the Levites whom David had
organized to be in charge of the house of the
LORD, to offer burnt offerings to the LORD, as it
is written in the Law of Moses, with rejoicing and
with singing, according to the order of David.”
The Restoration Principle & David
12. • 2 Chron. 29:25-27 (Hezekiah’s Reforms, 725)
“And he stationed the Levites in the house of the
LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, according to
the commandment of David and of Gad the king’s
seer and of Nathan the prophet, for the
commandment was from the LORD through his
prophets. The Levites stood with the instruments of
David, and the priests with the trumpets. Then
Hezekiah commanded that the burnt offering be
offered on the altar. And when the burnt offering
began, the song to the LORD began also, and the
trumpets, accompanied by the instruments of David
king of Israel.”
The Restoration Principle & David
13. • 2 Chron. 35:3-5 (Reforms of Josiah, 620)
And he said to the Levites...Prepare yourselves
according to your fathers’ houses by your
divisions, as prescribed in the writing of David
king of Israel and the document of Solomon his
son. And stand in the Holy Place according to the
groupings of the fathers’ houses of your brothers
the lay people, and according to the division of
the Levites by fathers’ household.
The Restoration Principle & David
14. • Ezra 3:10 (Reforms of Zerubbabel, 536)
And when the builders laid the foundation of the
temple of the LORD, the priests in their
vestments came forward with trumpets, and the
Levites, the sons of Asaph, with cymbals, to praise
the LORD, according to the directions of David
king of Israel.
The Restoration Principle & David
15. • Neh. 12:24, 35 (Reforms of Nehemiah, 444)
And the chiefs of the Levites: Hashabiah, Sherebiah,
and Jeshua the son of Kadmiel, with their brothers
who stood opposite them, to praise and to give
thanks, according to the commandment of David the
man of God, watch by watch, and certain of the
priests’ sons with trumpets: Zechariah the son of
Jonathan, son of Shemaiah, son of Mattaniah, son of
Micaiah, son of Zaccur, son of Asaph; and his relatives,
Shemaiah, Azarel, Milalai, Gilalai, Maai, Nethanel,
Judah, and Hanani, with the musical instruments of
David the man of God. And Ezra the scribe went
before them.
The Restoration Principle & David
16. • Neh. 12:45-46 (Reforms of Nehemiah, 432)
And they performed the service of their God and
the service of purification, as did the singers and
the gatekeepers, according to the command of
David and his son Solomon. For long ago in the
days of David and Asaph there were directors of
the singers, and there were songs of praise and
thanksgiving to God.
The Restoration Principle & David
17. No one ever assumed they had authority to
order worship in any other way than the way
God had instructed Moses and David
The Restoration Principle & David
18. • We must ask the same questions that were
asked by Hezekiah, Josiah, or Nehemiah
• Who gives the standard of worship? David?
• Is there authority for the instrument?
• If so, what specific instruments?
• Who is to play them? Priests & Levites?
Musical Instruments in the NT
19. • Hebrews 7:11-12
“Now if perfection had been attainable through the
Levitical priesthood (for under it the people
received the law), what further need would there
have been for another priest to arise after the order
of Melchizedek, rather than one named after the
order of Aaron? For when there is a change in the
priesthood, there is necessarily a change in the law
as well.”
Musical Instruments in the NT
20. • Hebrews 8:13
“In speaking of a new covenant, he makes the first
one obsolete. And what is becoming obsolete and
growing old is ready to vanish away.”
• Hebrews 9:8
“The Holy Spirit indicating this, that the way into
the Holiest of All was not yet made manifest while
the first tabernacle was still standing.”
Musical Instruments in the NT
21. Therefore, the law is changed, 1st
covenant is obsolete, & the way to
heaven is not through the tabernacle
Where are NT instructions for the
instrument?
Only singing (Mt. 26:30; Mk. 14:26; Acts 16:25; 1
Cor. 14:16; Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16, Heb. 2:12, 13:15;
James 5:13)
Musical Instruments in the NT
22. • Rom. 12; 1 Cor. 12 -- No “gift” concerning
musical instruments in the NT
• Why are there no instructions from the
apostles or examples in NT worship?
• The Holy Spirit spoke profusely & specifically
in the OT. Why silent in the new?
• The instruments of David & the sacrificial
system were tied together. Both fall together.
Final Considerations
23. • “a cappella” -- “in the manner of the
chapel/church”
• Though the first Christians were Jews, no
musical instruments in 1st century worship
• NT worship in song reflects synagogue worship:
“Early Christianity inherited its musical
practices and attitude from Judaism, especially
from the Synagogue. Unlike the Temple, the
Synagogue employed no instruments in its
services...” (James McKinnon - leading 20th
century scholar, early church music)
Final Considerations
24. • The first instruments in worship were
introduced in 670 BC & were not common
until the late 1200’s.
• Thomas Aquinas (1260): “The Church does not
use musical instruments when praising God, in
case she should seem to fall back into
Judaism.”
• Early reformers (Wycliffe, John Hus, Erasmus,
Zwingli, & Calvin) all preached against the
instrument in worship.
Final Considerations
25. “Musical instruments in celebrating the
praises of God would be no more suitable than
the burning of incense, the lighting up of
lamps, and the restoration of the other
shadows of the law. The Papists, therefore,
have foolishly borrowed this, as well as many
other things from the Jews. Men who are fond
of outward pomp may delight in that noise;
but the simplicity which God recommends to
us by the apostle is far more pleasing to him.” -
- John Calvin