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In recent times, it has been argued that clapping as a rhythmic accompaniment to singing in Christian worship is not an addition to the singing (as is a mechanical instrument). It merely is an aid comparable to a songbook.
In this article, we’ll discuss the nature of handclapping as a function of worship in song and its relevance to the arguments for or against instrumental music in the worship of the church.
IS HANDCLAPPING IN WORSHIP AN AID OR ADDITION?
This is the same argument the Christian Church has made for years regarding a tuning fork or pitch pipe. These folks contend that…
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From time to time, I've had conversations with folks who insist that the Lord speaks directly to them. Some borrow language from an encounter Elijah had with God in 1 Kings 19:12 ("a still small voice"). One described the Lord's voice as being loud and authoritative. Another said that she hears multiple voices, and must discern which of them is God speaking to her.
Those familiar with the Bible realize there are several occasions recorded where God spoke audibly to individuals. Adam and Eve, Abraham, Jacob, Moses, Joshua, Gideon, Isaiah, Peter, James; we could amass an extensive list of people. And…
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In the holiday song, “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town,” there is a line that says, “he sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, he knows if you’ve been bad or good, so be good for goodness’ sake.” The implication is that if we are not good, Santa will know it and may not come to our house.
Yet, when one really thinks about it, shouldn’t we always be good for “goodness’ sake?” Should we be good just when someone is watching or just when Santa Claus is coming to town? Shouldn’t we always be good…
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His Name is “I AM” One of the attributes of God is that He is the “I AM.” Go back to eternity when there was no universe, and the I AM is there. Go forward to that eternity where the … Read More
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Election Reflection Is it possible that we have lost focus in the midst of all the political turmoil seen in the last election? Can you recall a time when so many people felt so strongly about the choice of a … Read More
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