Changed in His Presence - Sam Hinn

CHANGED IN HIS PRESENCE
engages the whole congregation.
It seems some churches have forgotten the
purpose behind their music. Churches will seek
out talented musicians, looking for better music.
God is not seeking better music but better
worshippers.
The purpose of music in the church is not to
fill the building because of the great music. I
have known churches to hire skilled musicians
who are not even saved, just for the sake of
keeping the crowd coming for the great music. A
good choir or band does not necessarily elevate
worship.
Please understand there is nothing wrong
with great talent and skill. It is wonderful to use
the gifts God has given us to bless Him back. We
should always strive to give God our very best in
our worship. But when too much emphasis is
placed on talent, we are only going to stir up
people's emotions. God is declaring worship from
the spirit.
Worship is the heart desiring and adoring the
Father. Music is an expression to help draw out
the heart of worship. Music is not the end but
only the beginning of worship.
God is seeking worship that is not limited or
legalistic, but spontaneous. This worship comes
from the spirit, not the vocal chords.
The Spirit of God does not abide in the ritual
or legalistic forms. A legalistic form is something
we do because of religious obligation or
tradition . A lot of times these forms serve an
appropriate function, but they can also be
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