My lips shall greatly rejoice when I sing unto Thee; and my soul, which Thou hast redeemed. Psalm 71:23.
The history of the songs of the Bible is full of suggestion as to the uses and benefits of music and song.—Education, 167.
It was with songs of praise that the armies of Israel went forth to the great deliverance under Jehoshaphat.... Before the army went singers, lifting their voices in praise to God—praising Him for the victory promised.
On the fourth day thereafter, the army returned to Jerusalem, laden with the spoil of their enemies, singing praise for the victory won.—Education, 163.
With a song, Jesus in His earthly life met temptation. Often when sharp, stinging words were spoken, often when the atmosphere about Him was heavy with gloom, with dissatisfaction, distrust, or oppressive fear, was heard His song of faith and holy cheer.—Education, 166.
Then let us educate our hearts and lips to speak the praise of God for His matchless love. Let us educate our souls to be hopeful, and to abide in the light shining from the cross of Calvary. Never should we forget that we are children of the heavenly King, sons and daughters of the Lord of hosts.—The Ministry of Healing, 253.
“Happy the people who know Thy festal songs, who live within the sunshine of Thy favour!” Psalm 89:15, Moffatt.
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