10 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life. 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Its good in your work and training to help you build muscle memory, but vain repetition of words is definitely bad. It does not glorify God in his holiness. May you all receive His Blessings so that His way may be known on earth, and Hus salvation among all nations. Great to acknowledge context, but the Lord extends this blessing to us, it is unending. Within the context of the whole Word of God we know what it means to follow God and to dwell in His house but if we stick to Psalm 23 only and alone, these concepts are not explained. But, a lot of people (including myself) have concerns about how songs might lead unbelievers in the wrong direction. After 45 years of sometimes heartbreaking ministry mixed with lots of joy am coming out of a very depressed time away from ministry. But heres the punchline, although you will gain a vast amount of needed knowledge & insight, God opens up His Word to each & everyone as only He sees fit & neither one will ever fully receive or develop it to an infallible state like being & surely not to a Heavenly comparable state. I am not at all disregarding emotions as the Bible teaches us to Love our God with all our heart, soul, strength and mind.. Chris Brown) - Mercy, https://www.christianity.com/wiki/god/what-does-it-mean-in-the-bible-that-god-remembered.html, https://www.thebereantest.com/criteria-for-evaluating-christian-music, https://www.stubhub.com/elevation-worship-tickets/performer/100273774/, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1ZjB0UOzOg&list=WL&index=9&t=0s, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Breastplate, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ji5mwWVHMk, https://www.gotquestions.org/rain-just-unjust.html, Elevation Worship (Feat. The current generation is emotionally starved in history. I shared the clip with my family when I got home and then hubby and I have been discussing this a bit deeper. Just explaining my context. I just want to make sure that it is Scriptural. . The issue lies within its use. Gods favor and blessings go beyond us, far exceeding our wildest imaginations! (NLT) Other Benedictions in the Bible In the Old Testament, benedictions were ceremonial pronouncements of God's favor or blessing on the congregation administered during worship gatherings. I dont believe this song does either. New Living Translation (NLT). and I hope we can rejoined in heaven to meet pray for me you are also in my prayers ! Sad that there are websites, blogs, and YouTube channels devoted to being critical of others for their expression of worship. But in many ways, we are blessed, for a purpose of being a blessing. Check out our may god's favor be upon you selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. There are a number of ways, but in Matthew 5:45 Jesus gives two practical examples. May His presence go before you And behind you, and . God's blessings will overtake you. His LOVEJesus is love. I am sorry to hear about your tragedy. Happy to sit in the shade of someone with more knowledge than me though! And be gracious to you it might sound like just as a sentence And a thousand generations For one thing, there is many a danger & pitfalls applying to us & not them! However, on a personal basis, God did everything He did for us BEFORE we had accepted His gracious offer. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Its biblical in context but I have a hard time with it being a worship song. (Deut 7:9-11) God keeps his covenants. Thanks Mike May His Face Shine upon You: 90 Biblical Blessings for Mother and Child Hardcover - March 29, 2022 by Susie Larson (Author) 38 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $15.19 Read with Our Free App Hardcover $15.99 22 Used from $5.39 23 New from $9.50 Save 50% on 1 when you buy 2 Shop items Blessings for You and Your Children The Bible repeatedly states, God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. (e.g. This side of Heaven looking up proclaiming speciality whilst shrouded in sin, Apostleship & even Angelic equivalency as some posted here in example, notwithstanding & ignorantly discarding the impossibilities there-off. More warnings about being sure to completely destroy the nations in the land which God has devoted to complete destruction. Thank you for sharing this profound article! Obedience, faithfulness, perseverance, persecution when necessary. This song is a gift to us and I thank you so much. It was for Israel to keep their end of the Mosaic Covenant. And in Luke 23:39-43, one of the criminals crucified with Christ Jesus begged Jesus to remember him in heaven. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. For the person who sees Christ in you and comes to know the Lord today, that may be the very blessing of God that breaks the cycle of sin and destruction in their life, passing the blessing forward into their children, and childrens children, and beyond. The Lord bless you Even the word, blessing, may be somewhat misunderstood. Help me to see the way forward and light my path before me with your favor. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his names sake. Add to cart As to the repetition, sometimes you need 3,4,5 times before your heart opens enough to get it. I should have stated it as a possibility, not a guaranteed reality. Even in every music player we do have something called as repeat mode. I love the repetition when I am struggling under a circumstance, I appreciate that repetitiveness because it helps me to remember scripture and the things that God wants me to remember, and i can sing it over myself and my situation. Lets first get there, before we claim the spoils Similar in the way this song claiming every Blessing under the sun, without much in the way of pre-requisites! Scriptures On God's Favor And his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord made all he did to prosper in his hand. Thank you for taking it to the Bible. I mean those who have had deaths in their families (Ive recently lost both my children,) those who have lost jobs, those in family crisis or drug addiction. The repetition of the phrase He is for you has caused me to understand, with new clarity, what i thought i knew. A comment about the ad nauseum repetition, Blessed is the one who meditates on the instruction of the Lord cf. Make His face shine upon you Handmade & Shipped in an est. Gods message of the blessing through Moses was given to His people, not to outsiders. When Jesus died on the cross, he ended the need for Temple worship (hence, the curtain was torn). And he said, God be gracious unto thee, my son. It gives you a sense of my thought process and how I score songs. If He didnt speak to you through this song, it doesnt mean He cant or hasnt spoken to anyone else through this song. How would an outsider interpret the song And here I feel you got it wrong. In hindsight, I boxed myself into the standard format, where a blessing is offered at the end of the service. So, the question becomes, if God doesnt forget, why can we and do we ask Him to remember? Judy loadsman. I wouldve liked to go see Elevation Worship live but their tickets are not affordable for minimum wage earning folks like me lol. He doesnt suffer from memory lapses. May the LORD smile on you and be gracious to you. " This Scripture emphasizes the importance of valuing and managing . This song is available in all these mediums, free of charge (though there might be the occasional ad). May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace. But heres my biggest issue that Im struggling with: the fact that this is a worship song. Faith Quotes. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. Wow! Believe to receive God's favor. The context seems clear that it is the LORD who makes His face shine upon you. Face towardyou This song is really beautiful despite the lyrical repetition because it is scripture, AND it is scripture written to Gds people: Israel. 1. What you are doing here is very important in todays world where there is so much noise and confusion in and around Christian music. God has promised you favor. I cant think of anything negative about the YouTube videos featured from all around the world. The scope of The Berean Test is to analyze lyrics for its message, Biblical accuracy, outsider interpretation, or inherent glorification of God (or lack thereof) based on my evaluation criteria. Can you talk to the thought process behind those categories, how they came about, relevant biblical examples, etc? You can just see the excitement in her as she sings. Aside from that, I always find it ironic that the church is perfectly fine with pulling from Israels blessings, but dont want to sanctify the actual Sabbath as Israel is called to do, or share in the feasts of our Father as Israel is called. Oh, and His presence, oh, and He surrounds you It is humbly to know that God is not only for the Body of Christ but for each and every one of us individually. We dont leave our homes or camps for a week to purify ourselves, nor do we need a priest to call us clean. LEARN THESE SONGS & PERSONALLY SING THEM TO GOD IN TIMES OF NEED & ONE TO ONE TRUE WORSHIP. New Living Translation And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. No judgment, this is a comment from a believer struggling with this songs place in worship. Pastor, retired, Mark Can you clarify what you mean by grading music based on personal preference? Before the Babylonians conquered Jerusalem, the prophet Jeremiah wore a yoke around his neck, warning that Judah and the surrounding kingdoms should "bring your . Like others I actually like the repetition and find the song very moving rather than boring. In your weeping and you rejoicing. Gods steadfast love extends to those who love him, and keep his commandments, but he will repay those who hate him by destroying them. "Good night, and God bless.". He is with you, He is with you. 6:24-27 over the congregation at the end of service. He is for you unaccompanied by anything else suggests that God is pleased with unrepentant sinners as they are, who neither know, love, nor follow him there is no hint in this song that people need to turn to this God and change their ways, in order to experience his full blessing. This. The psalms also talk about things that God hates (like a lying tongue). We need this in this time that the world is constantly telling us that the collective is important but not individuals. One for every day of the week except weekends. [20] The anger of the LORD shall not return, until he have executed, and till he have performed the thoughts of his heart: in the latter days ye shall consider it perfectly. The Context doesnt lend itself to that sort of interpretation. I understand your point. I know from personal experience how trials bring about blessing. - Romans 13:13: "debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy." - Ezekiel 36:6: "in my jealous wrath because you have" - Joshua 24:19: "He is a holy God; he is a jealous God." - Exodus 20:5: " for I, the Lord you God, am a Jealous God." Hold up. People think that these songs are so supportive when they go through a depression or tough time Nothing like the word of God and prayer without any sounds in that period of time and if you really want a song during that time just go to a hymnal book and pick a song that speaks to your mind not emotions. Numbers 6:25: The LORD make His face to shine upon you. We are so very blessed to receive the favor of the Most High God, but that means we are also tasked with responsibilities just as far-reaching. 09/14/2021 Per Artist Theology announcement, I expanded the red text to encourage others to study Darlene Zschechs theology via Hillsong. I must say that I disagree with Dons assessment (and, consequently, your revision of section 3) of this song. If reminding needs done, its us that need the constant reminder of Who it is we belong to. Whether or not it should be sung in church, I dont really care. Talk about sentimentality. We arent saying Lord, thank you for your abounding blessings that you freely give us, in an attempt to thank Him. Slog? Happy birthday to you! We have a staff member, who will break into tongues and sobs uncontrollably when they play that song. I am glad that you checked my criterion before reading my review. Beautiful. We may never know or see, on this side of Heaven, the specific impact of our life on Kingdom, but if you do ever get a glimpse, it will catalyze your faith like nothing else; I had that happen once back in my college day, in which my interaction with someone, which at the time for for purely personal reasons, was used by God to further His Kingdom I came to find out that this person saw the love and grace of Christ in me, despite me, and gave their life to Him. He gave us His only begotten Son to die on the cross for our sins so that we dont perish and for us to have everlasting life with Him in Heaven. I agree, I dont see this as useful for corporate worship. Thank you Vince. Unbelievers wont miss the message the first time, much less the second or third. First thank you for approving my commit I see your point however how do they have the right copyright something that is a quote right from the word of God and a freely given inspiration- the question still stands as ridiculous as you think it is The song is a gift for Gods people- not to be sold or copyrighted- as you know the gifts and inspiration belong to the one who gave them. (Deut 7:17-26) The Israelites are not to fear that the nations in the promised land are more numerous / stronger than they. Even if the church is the new Israel, the promise was given to Israel at a certain time based upon their actions. I appreciate reading from your perspective about repetition. Numbers 6:24-26 - NLT The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace. 7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness sake, O LORD. But even when younger, and more so now, I find that when phrases get repeated a lot, as in this song, especially when done in an intense way, they it can work really well for a while, but sometimes they start to lose their meaning, and if that happens, then the band is probably still really giving it some, and some of the people round you are still really into it, and youre left standing there with all that going on, thinking it was initially great, but now its just banal. First, Psalm 23 starts with The LORD is my shepherd. Lastly What does this song glorify? That God would grant bless us, keep us, show favor towards us, and grant us grace and peace for a thousand generations. 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. We had a patient who had a cross addiction of TRANCE MUSIC which relies on repetition. Much of the focus of 1 Peter is on how Christians should conduct themselves during unjust persecution. 05/11/2020 Added Psalm 103:17-18 as a reference for Bridge 1, thanks to Linda Carroll! And in Psalm 106:4, the Psalmist begs, Remember me, Lord, when you show favor to your people, come to my aid when you save them. Hes asking for rescue, not just kind thoughts. 9 And the LORD said unto Moses, I have seen this people, and, behold, it is a stiffnecked people: 10 Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hot against them, and that I may consume them: and I will make of thee a great nation. (Principles remain love your neighbors, dont be a pagan, theres only one God.). * Songs that are almost like God talking to us or how he feels about us are either in the 3rd or 4th category those ones are tricky. repeatedly listening to it not just made me to memorize it but also to think that the great god is here with me and he is here for this mere me. As for being gracious to us We all need this indeed! Vince, Im sorry, I dont mean to go on and rant or even sound angry but the gospel of greed is a real problem here in the USA and apparently Im not sure what can be done about it you asked me how far my argument goes I think it started and ended here things like this bother me and because Jesus didnt charge me a dime when he loved and saved instead he paid the price..but anyway this turning into word salad and I know you got better things to do so let me end with this.. You quoted Romans 13, I agree, you are 100 percent right!! That includes derivative work, including Elevation Worships The Blessing. I dont know how we Americans can look at our current culture and compare it to Israel in Numbers. That was helpful to me! But inside, you know how much it strengthens the soul Bible Verses Quotes. Romans 2:4 (KJV) tells us that Gods goodness leads us to repentance. Having said that, I also dont believe that its intended to be man-centered, that somehow the blessing will guarantee its outcome, or that it worships idols. I dont think of it as much for the New Testament Christian, though it is entirely applicable. My score heavily relied on this point, so for that reason, I can significantly adjust it. I guess Holy Holy Holy could be cited as repetitious too? or 2) that we should *not be analyzing the music presented to the church / used by Christians at all, because that can *only be done in a way that is judgmental/hypocritical/unrighteous/etcBasically, who are we to question how someone else worships God. That being said. If you mean the 2nd, I think Eph. So I have had a hard time with this song from the beginning. The epistle of 1 Peter is addressed to "pilgrims" ( 1 Peter 1:1 )Christians who had been called out of the world to be set apart as God's special . This song belongs to Elevation Worship. Make His face shine upon you In these churches it was custom to end with the Aaronic blessing. Do they comfort them? Although, there arent many concerts during the current pandemic. No, He isnt. Combines the omnipresence of God (1 Kings 8:27, Psalm 139:7-12, Proverbs 15:3, Jeremiah 23:23-24, Colossians 1:17, and Hebrews 4:13) with the Holy Spirit who lives inside believers (Acts 6:5, Romans 8:9-11, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:16-19, Galatians 4:6, Ephesians 5:18, and 2 Timothy 1:14) into a blessing. We don't have to worry. It brings glory to God by invoking a Biblically accurate blessing to those who hear it. 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