Chapter 69—Song a Part of Worship
An Act of Worship Like Prayer—Singing, as a part of religious
service, is as much an act of worship as is prayer. The heart must
feel the spirit of the song, to give it right expression.—
Patriarchs and
Prophets, 594
.
Meaning of Words in Songs—As a part of religious service,
singing is as much an act of worship as is prayer. Indeed, many a
song is prayer. If the child is taught to realize this, he will think more
of the meaning of the words he sings and will be more susceptible to
their power.—
Education, 168
.
Preparation for the Church Above—God is high and holy; and
to the humble, believing soul, His house on earth, the place where His
people meet for worship, is as the gate of heaven. The song of praise,
the words spoken by Christ’s ministers, are God’s appointed agencies
to prepare a people for the church above, for that loftier worship.—
The
Youth’s Instructor, October 8, 1896
.
Angels in Our Church Audience—Let us all bear in mind that in
every assembly of the saints below are angels of God, listening to the
testimonies, songs, and prayers. Let us remember that our praises are
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supplemented by the choirs of the angelic host above.—
Testimonies
for the Church 6:367
.
Theme of Every Song—The science of salvation is to be the
burden of every sermon, the theme of every song. Let it be poured
forth in every supplication.—
Evangelism, 502
.
Sing With Spirit and Understanding—The evil of formal wor-
ship cannot be too strongly depicted, but no words can properly set
forth the deep blessedness of genuine worship. When human beings
sing with the spirit and the understanding, heavenly musicians take up
the strain and join in the song of thanksgiving. He who has bestowed
upon us all the gifts that enable us to be workers together with God,
expects His servants to cultivate their voices so that they can speak
and sing in a way that all can understand. It is not loud singing that
is needed, but clear intonation, correct pronunciation, and distinct
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