In Scripture, we see that music is used for glorifying and worshipping God, telling of his great deeds, offering outlets for both lament and praise, and providing unity to God’s people.
“Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for my soul” (Psalm 66:16). So while the world at large may use music in their search for meaning, for expression, or simply pleasure and distraction, the Bible reveals a much deeper, ancient, and powerful purpose at work when followers of Christ lift their voices. As a Gospel Coalition writer says, “If you believe in God, you have a framework for enjoying music that is more satisfying to heart and mind, and more authentic to the actual experience of that enjoyment.” The power of great music lies in the power of the gospel story, of God calling his people home. Yet no matter how societies around the world relate to music, God’s people should realize they have a special claim on the art of song. Music connects with us on a level nothing else does, and for that reason, people have always recognized a divine power and spirituality to music. When words fail us, and the circumstances of our physical lives confine us, music is an outlet for the hopes and dreams, passions and desires, the tension and confusion, and even the transformation taking place within us.
Making melodies with voices and instruments has been a key part of the expression of man’s experiences. Music as an art form has always connected deeply with people of all cultures and languages throughout human history. “The music of the Gospel leads us home.” - Frederick W.
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