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James 5:13 Is anyone among you suffering. Let him pray James 5:13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Hymns Invitation 000 -

Why Don’t We….. Use Instrumental Music The issue of instrumental music

What is It? Using a musical instrument to praise God as a congregation Instrumental Music defined

Where Did It Come From Acappella: “As In the Church” History records early Christians sang only Early Christians saw instruments as pagan Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Where Did It Come From We render our hymn with a living psalterion and a living cithara with spiritual songs. The unison voices of Christians would be more acceptable to God than any musical instrument. – Euseubius, 300AD Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Where Did It Come From "Leave the pipe to the shepherd, the flute to the men who are in fear of gods and intent on their idol worshipping. Such musical instruments must be excluded from our wingless feasts, for they arc more suited for beasts and for the class of men that is least capable of reason than for men – Clement 190AD Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Where Did It Come From "David formerly sang songs, also today we sing hymns. He had a lyre with lifeless strings, the church has a lyre with living strings. Our tongues are the strings of the lyre with a different tone indeed but much more in accordance with piety – Chrysostom 390AD Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Where Did It Come From “Musical instruments were not used. The pipe, tabret, and harp here associate so intimately with the sensual heathen cults, as well as with the wild revelries and shameless performances of the degenerate theater and circus, it is easy to understand the prejudices against their use in the worship.“ Augustine 354 A.D Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Where Did It Come From Catholic church introduced it in 700 AD Protestant churches between 1800-1900 Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Three Strikes The Strike of Authority The Strike of Intention The Strike of Worldliness Faith: the foundation of salvation – II Peter 1, Hebrews 6

Authority Is this something God authorized? Is there any command for it? Is there an example for it? Is it necessary to please God? First, it is not something we can find authority for. Authority for the church is in line with the simple question: is this part of the work of the church? When the saints in Corinth came together on the first day of the week, Scripture relates that they were eating and drinking, as if in a common meal. Paul made it clear that they did so without the proper authority, and had displeased God. What! Do you not have houses to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the church of God and shame those who have nothing?. (1 Corinthians 11:22)

Intent and Purpose What is our intent and purpose? To please God or men? What is God’s intent and purpose? Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Matthew 26:30; Mark 14:26 - After instituting the Lord's supper Jesus and His disciples sang a hymn. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Acts 16:25 - In prison, Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Romans 15:9 - Prophets had predicted that (in the gospel age) Gentiles would glorify God for His mercy and sing to His name. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose 1 Corinthians 14:15 – Paul said he would sing with the spirit and sing with the understanding. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Ephesians 5:19 – Paul tells the Ephesians church to sing and make melody in your heart to the Lord. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Colossians 3:16 - Paul tells the Colossian church to teach and admonish one another by singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Hebrews 2:12 – Prophecy said that believers would sing praise to God from the assembly Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Hebrews 13:15 – God desires the sacrifice of the fruit of our lips Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose James 5:13 – James command is that if anyone is cheerful, let him sing psalms. Second, it reveals the desire to “do as the nations” do. In this case, the nations are the “denomi”nations, that is, the churches established by men. As they have moved into more social oriented church works, some in the Lord’s church have emulated this on the basis that we are in some kind of competition with them. Let us look to Israel to understand the problem: God authorized that Israel might have a king in Deuteronomy 17. However, when they established that king later, God said that it was a rejection of Him (I Samuel 8:7). Why would it be rejecting God to create an office God ordained? Because of the intent behind the desire; not to be more Godly, but to be more like the nations around them (I Samuel 8:5). If we do things based on the purpose of emulating worldly examples, we will displease God, even if it is authorized.

Intent and Purpose Can there be a question how? If our intention is to please God, Can there be a question how?

Worldly Desires “It sounds good to me” “….it was pleasant to the eyes…” Genesis 3:6 For all that is in the world--the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life--is not of the Father but is of the world. 1 John 2:16 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires “It sounds good to me” “….it was pleasant to the eyes…” Genesis 3:6 For all that is in the world--the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life--is not of the Father but is of the world. 1 John 2:16 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires “It makes me feel good” “…. the tree was good for food, …” Genesis 3:6 For all that is in the world--the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life--is not of the Father but is of the world. 1 John 2:16 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires “Everybody does it” “….desirable to make one wise …” Genesis 3:6 For all that is in the world--the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life--is not of the Father but is of the world. 1 John 2:16 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires Making the music WE like is worldliness Carnality verses Spirituality "God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.“ John 4:24 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires Carnal Old Law Spiritual New Law Physical Temple Physical Priesthood Physical Sacrifices Physical Music? Spiritual New Law Spiritual Temple Spiritual Priesthood Spiritual Sacrifices Spiritual Music? Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Worldly Desires Then David and all Israel played music before God with all their might, with singing, on harps, on stringed instruments, on tambourines, on cymbals, and with trumpets. 1 Chronicles 13:8 Speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, Ephesians 5:19 Instrumental music reflects worldy desires, such as to be pleasing to the eye/ear (I John 2)

Why Don’t We Use Instrumental Music? We desire to find God’s permission We desire to please God not ourselves We desire to offer up spiritual sacrifices The issue of instrumental music

1 John 3:22 And whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight.