>> Verses to Scan (NIV)
- Judges 5:3 Hear this, you kings! Listen, you rulers! I will sing to the Lord, I will sing; I will make music to the Lord, the God of Israel.
- Psalm 33:2 Praise the Lord with the harp; make music to him on the ten-stringed lyre.
- Daniel 3:7 Therefore, as soon as they heard the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp and all kinds of music, all the peoples, nations and men of every language fell down and worshiped the image of gold that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up.
- Ephesians 5:19 Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.
>> Websites to check
These recommended websites are not intended in any way to be or imply an endorsement on the part of Zondervan, nor do we vouch for their content.
- http://www.grassrootsmusic.com/ A great place to find really cool Christian music.
- http://www.relevantmagazine.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=975 An article called The Spiritual Side of Rock.
- http://www.christianconcerts.com/ A site where you can find and purchase tickets for Christian concerts all over the country.
- http://www.pluggedinonline.com/ An online Christian review of the most popular secular songs and artists.
>> Thoughts to Ponder
- Maybe you don't agree with your friend's standards, but choice of music may be a real struggle for your friend. Be careful not to offend your Christian brothers and sisters or to make them stumble (see 1 Corinthians 8:9–13).
- What should fill your thoughts? See Philippians 4:8.
>> Books to Read
- Faith That Breathes by Michael Ross, a devotional with contributions from lots of Christian recording artists.
Find out how to buy this... - Chart Watch by Bob Smithouser, editor, a warning about the negative effects of secular music lyrics.
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