Singing has always been important to God’s people.

• Exodus 15:1-7 – The song of Moses.
• I Samuel 18:6-7
• The book of Psalms is a collection of the songs of God’s people.
  • Psalms 72

Congregational singing is a fellowship.

• Psalms 95:1-7 – This is something we do together. God’s people are always stronger together.
  • “O come”
  • “Let us”

Congregational singing IS and IS NOT

It IS a command – NOT an option

• Ephesians 5:19
• Colossians 3:12-16 – Don’t make excuses for why you don’t sing. It is a command right along with kindness, humility, and patience.
• Exodus 4:10-14
• Psalms 100:1
• We are not commanded to sing only if we are good at it.

It IS worship – NOT entertainment

• John 4:24
• Psalms 100:1-5
• Singing is about God – not us. It is not a time for us to showcase our talents – that is worshipping me.

It IS from the heart – NOT empty words

• Mark 12:30
• Psalms 103:1
• Malachi 1; Matthew 15:8-9

It IS a sermon – NOT a “warm-up”

• Singing teachings – Colossians 3:16
• Singing encourages – Hebrews 10:24-25
• Singing comforts – Acts 16:25; Matthew 26:30
• Singing draws us closer to God – James 4:8
  • … and each other