1 Chronicles 25:1-31

The Lord loves the praise of His people and He has gifted men with the ability to play instruments, compose melodies, write lyrics and sing songs as an act of worship to the Lord.  Music was created by God and it should be honoring to God.  David was a gifted musician and He understood the importance of music to the life of the temple as well as the worship of the people.  He organized the musicians from the tribe of Levi into groups that would divide up the various responsibilities of leading the children of Israel in songs of praise.  Music continues to be an important part of every culture today.  Unfortunately, much of the music being produced today is degrading to man and dishonoring of God.  We need to be sure that our music is pleasing to God and lifts our hearts to worship Him.

DAVID FORMS VARIOUS GROUPS:  The 288 musical members of the family of Levi were divided and organized into 24 groups of 12.  These 24 groups were then given specific responsibilities in the preparation for and performing of songs of praise to the Lord.  This form of worship is pleasing to the Lord and brings great joy to men.  It was very serious part of the worship service in the temple and the musicians were respected members of the leadership in the tribe.  Music must not be some sort of an afterthought in our churches today.  It must be a ministry that is well orchestrated and taken seriously.  Musicians should be well prepared and do their jobs with excellence for the glory of the Lord.


GOD INSPIRES VARIETY IN MUSIC: There were 24 different groups formed under different leadership.  I have to believe that each of the groups had their own styles of music that they played.  We all have different appreciations for different styles of music.  It is clear from creation that God loves and appreciates creativity and variety in all areas of life, music is no exception.  As believers and worshipers of the Lord we should learn to grown in our appreciation of a wide variety of music.  However, we must be careful that the music we perform and enjoy reflects the glory of God and does not encourage or exalt the practice of sin. 

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