O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens.” vs. 1
Psalm 8:1-2
When gospel and praise singers began making records and albums not too many years ago, many received their inspiration from scripture. As a result, phrases from literally dozens of psalms have made it into their catchy choruses and refrains. That’s why this verse from Psalm 8 sounds so familiar. Sandi Patty, one of the most popular gospel singers of the last fifty years sang its words beautifully in “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” It’s a song most believers have heard, and the refrain calls us to sing along. And as we sing, we are carried back to the psalmist who first composed the words for temple worship. There is no better way to show our appreciation for the universe than to sing the praises of the Creator. The same psalmist wrote, “Out of the mouths of babes and infants you have founded a bulwark because of your foes, to silence the enemy and the avenger.” The most powerful sounds of praise come in the gurgling and the cooing of those who have no words, and that’s like what gospel singing does for us. The lyrics are simple and repetitive but as they are sung our hearts burst with joy and we’re drawn to sing along. They may be the best words we have to honor the Divine Mystery.
Thought for the Day: What’s my favorite praise song?
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