“Lift up your heart, lift up your voice.”
“Lift up your voice and with me sing.”
“Sing from your heart; let your praises be ringing”
“Sing praises to Him.”

The tradition of singing in the Presbyterian Church is part of our heritage. The Reformed Church cut itself loose from the Latin hymns and adopted the Psalms as the sole medium of church praise. Over the years the church has integrated Scripture and spirituals into the music library that be used in service. Today’s Presbyterian Church sings over 250 different hymns and spirituals in a year.

Singing is a way for Christians to open their hearts and praise the Lord. However, just singing will lighten your heart, put a spring in your step, a smile on your face a helps you see your purpose. Part of God’s purpose is for you to sing joyously. If you can’t sing or don’t have the confidence, hum along or whisper the words until you feel the spirit move within.

David, the writer of many psalms, described God as a “man after his own heart” and sang many praises to God even in the toughest times.

Life’s challenges can rob you of your song when you need it most. Don’t let that happen! A song can bring a renewed sense of peace and a feeling that God is near. Try singing a new song.

Look up the lyrics to a favorite song or learn the words to a new praise song. Sing it joyously to God!

“I will be happy because of you; God Most High, I will sing praises to you name.” – Psalm 9:2 NCV Photo by Muppeto