Has this always been the case? Is it a form of entertainment? Should n't you be able to praise God without music?
2006-06-20 15:50:46 · 23 answers · asked by Steve B 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It is proper that music be one means by which the church expresses her unity. Singing is an act which unites God's people at all times in history, on heaven and earth in the common praise of God.
"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" Psalm 133:1
Singing is to be an outward manifestation of ones faith and joy. It is in response to God's saving work and finds expression not in unhindered self-expression, but in humble, disciplined participation in the Body of Christ.
By singing, we are reminded (and remind others) of the reality of the Church's unity in Christ, her presence on heaven and earth, of our individual contribution as a member of the Body, and, preeminently, of our great God who is the subject of our praise.
2006-06-20 15:58:42 · answer #1 · answered by Angie R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because they want to. It's not a form of entertainment. They love to sing and dance. They want to give God the Glory and Praise. Heaven will be that way too. They sing without music sometimes but music is so beautiful when used.
2006-06-20 22:56:29 · answer #2 · answered by Pashur 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called praise and thanksgiving and worship through music, which God himself requested of us. He doesn't ask much of us, but He does like to hear us sing in a joyful voice. It's one of the reasons He created us in the first place.
But yes. You CAN praise God without music. Anytime you lift His name and give Him glory, you please Him.
And again, yes. To some it is also a form of entertainment, as to some people, any music that does not lift up the name of the Lord God, and glorify His name, is a sacriledge. There are some Southern Baptist sects who consider it a sin to sing songs and listen to music other than that of praise and worship. This is what gave rise to the "alternative Christian", "contemporary Christian", and "Christian rock" bands that have become ever increasingly popular.
2006-06-20 23:13:55 · answer #3 · answered by BantamRooster68 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and they do praise god without music sometimes. I don't know I think many things in church are crap but singing is in the bible. I mean theres a book called 'song of solomon' and it explicitly says in the bible to sing praises when you're happy, doubles as entertainment yes and it gets the kids involved
2006-06-20 22:56:37 · answer #4 · answered by Rachel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because they believe they are praising God, there are many ways to praise God, singing is just one of them.
2006-06-20 22:53:20 · answer #5 · answered by datchic412 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
church isnt for spiritual growth its for a celebration and healing and for comfort not just for the word but the family way the folks add together to praise god its said that god dwells within the praises of his people and the bible says wherever two or more are gathered in my name i shall be there also and thats jesus
2006-06-20 22:57:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We do praise God without music but it is one of the gifts that God gave us so we use it to praise Him.
2006-06-20 22:52:22 · answer #7 · answered by †ServantofGod† 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's funny that they sing such garbage music. I'm sure that if there is a god he listens to Underoath and he.is.legend.
Hey, if angels sing that garbage in heaven, I'd rather go to hell where they play Black Sabbath 24 hours a day.
2006-06-20 22:53:32 · answer #8 · answered by jeff_is_sexy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To give praises to GOD.
We are to praise GOD in prayers, dancing and singing.
2006-06-20 22:54:38 · answer #9 · answered by Ms. Blessed 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There will be singing in heaven.
God likes music I guess.
Personally I love church, but I can't stand the singing.
2006-06-20 22:52:01 · answer #10 · answered by rxqueen♥ † 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋