Congregational Singing

“Losing the ability to verbally preach is a very painful loss, yet the longer I live in silence, not being able to sing out to the Lord is becoming just as painful.” - Rooted Thinking

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Every week in churches all across the world, people gather under the banner of Jesus and go through the motions of congregational worship. For some it’s a blessing; for others it’s a chance to critique. Some people disengage all together, and some people just disengage their brains and jack up their emotions.

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“[S]inging is not just a vertical act, but also a horizontal one. Of course we sing to God, but we also sing for one another. God is the object of our worship, but our singing is also a means of mutual encouragement.” - Challies

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Congregational singing has suddenly become cool (again). Just listen to Mark Dever, who testifies that, “The effect (of congregational music) on my own soul is electrifying.” Dr. Dever counsels pastors to reduce the praise band and the organ “by 80%” so that the voices of the congregation may be heard. After all, says, Dever, “We’re not required to play any instruments.

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Hymnals “are important symbols for worshiping congregations. Here are some of the reasons why.”

“I can’t make a joyful noise with my voice but I can still sing to the Lord. My heart can sing!”

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Then Sings My Soul: Why Congregational Worship Is Broken and How to Fix It

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The Key To Making the Most Out of Congregational Singing

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