Something I had written a few months ago. Just found it again, and thought I'd share.

 

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Did you know that God is a singer?

 

Many people assume that God is a Spirit, and that He is so busy working for us that He has no time for pleasure. Yes, we all know the angels sing their praises for Him, and that we often use music to express our adoration for God as well. But what would give one the idea that God Himself sings?

 

Zephaniah 3:17 reads: "The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing."

 

        

Just think of it! God will quiet you with his love ... that's common knowledge. We often quote Psalms 46:10 which reads, "Be still and know that I am God." In fact, the verse has become almost cliche. It has become like a reflex to us to pray when things go wrong. Why? When life is falling apart, human nature is programmed to depend on a "higher power" ... the very God who made us. Deep within us there is a need to trust in God and the peace He gives.

 

The part of the verse that's rather surprising is the latter part: "he will rejoice over you with singing." Have you ever heard a sermon on this point? Neither have I, but I'm sure there's one in there. Who knew that God takes such pleasure in us that it brings music to His heart ... and the notes actually escape His lips?!

 

Our God is truly an awesome God! He spoke the world into being; He breathed life into Adam and Eve; He rebuked wind and waves; He called the dead back to life; He whispers peace to troubled hearts; and yet, He also sings his joy over us! There are so many reasons to serve a God like ours! Can you imagine spending eternity with someone like Him? He died for us, but he doesn't focus on the sorrow our sins created. He was and is perfect, but he doesn't focus on our mistakes. We often complain about things beyond our control before we think to pray ... but God Almighty uses His voice to sing rejoicing over us! How truly awesome!

 

If your heart is troubled today, let it be quieted with the love of God. If you are asking God to speak to you, expect something different from a booming voice; be prepared for music! Listening for angels' wings? Listen closer. Trying to hear the heavenly choir? Tune in! The lead singer is our Heavenly Father!

 

God bless each one of you today.