Music has played various roles in worship and religious ceremonies throughout history according to the Bible. It was used to call assemblies, sound alarms for battle, herald new kings, and celebrate festivals. Thanksgiving, praise, and worship are commonly used terms, but have distinct meanings. Thanksgiving is giving thanks from the heart out of a sense of being indebted. Praise strengthens us to face challenges and prepares the way for God. Worship should be reserved for God alone through acts like surrendering our bodies as living sacrifices. Music should be used cautiously as a catalyst for spiritual experiences rather than driving them.

5. Revelation 4:9 And when the living creatures give glory (Worship) and honor (Praise) and thanks to Him who sits on the throne, to Him who lives forever and ever, Let us understand the difference between the three

9. Praise

12. The worship leader should not be idolized.

13. A comparison A Traditional church has hymns and lyrics where as a Charismatic church is full people who worship God with raised hands. The surrounding (Traditional church/Charismatic church) should not influence the way we praise God. If we have the habit of praising God by lifting our hands in a Charismatic Church, we should be able to do that in a traditional church also. Is our Praise influenced by our surroundings?

15. 2. Music brings People to Christ. This is a myth too. Only the saving Grace of Jesus brings people to Christ.

16. Worship

18. Music should be used only as a catalyst in Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship. Music should never become a reactant in our prayers. If music is used as a reactant, then it would just act as an emotional trigger and it would hamper our growth with God. Music is a wonderful gift that God has given us. Let us use it with reverence.