Living in Increase (Part 8) - Increase in WorshipSample

A Joyful Symphony

My husband, Austin, is definitely more musical than I am. I have a history with the piano and clarinet, but that’s about it. On the other hand, Austin can make a joyful noise with whatever you put in his hands, and he’s excellent at creating music with others.

When I read Psalm 98:5-6, I see that a way to worship God is by creating music with instruments, either solo or with others. A “symphony” is “an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements, at least one of which is traditionally in sonata form.”

I’ll be honest. I don’t understand 90% of that definition, but I do know that a symphony is created for a full orchestra, which comprises at least 90 musicians!

Therefore, when the Scripture says to create a “joyful symphony” before God, it says we are to worship with others. Whether through singing, playing an instrument, or both, something powerful happens when we worship together!

Emily N. Green

Action Step: Go to church this Sunday and participate in worship.