Our pastor recently asked if we knew anyone who could easily quote scripture passages with chapter and verse. As I thought about his question, I realized that I could quote many scripture pieces in song. I can’t state chapter and verse, but parts of Isaiah and Psalms often bring to mind music that I have sung with choirs. I know this verse is one that I learned in a choir at some point. When I searched online, I came up with many different versions, but not the one that I had in mind. Clearly, it’s a passage that inspired many songwriters.
This verse is just a small part of a psalm that is very familiar and urges us to join in praising God with thanksgiving. I am grateful that I have learned so much of God’s love through music. I go into a nursing home to volunteer on occasion, and I know that even when much of life is forgotten, we still remember songs we learned as children.
Dear Lord, thank you for the gift of music and singing. Help us to recognize your many gifts to us and use them for your praise. Amen. —