It is said that music soothes the savage beast. I don’t know if that’s true, but it certainly soothes me! There are few things that comfort me, bring me peace and soothe me like music. Music can set the tone for my day. It can lighten my load when I’m feeling overwhelmed. It can make me drive a little faster if the tempo is just right. Throughout time, music has served as a backdrop to many events — weddings, funerals, bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceneras, family get togethers, school dances and more. But in my life, music is a necessary part of my every day world. I’m afraid that, without music, I would soon become quite a grouch.
I have an eclectic musical taste. I enjoy classical music, country music, classic rock music and a little bit of hip-hop. I find myself listening to the music played on Disney channel and Nickelodeon a lot lately (I have three kids) and find that I really enjoy some of it! But my favorite kind of music is that which I hear in church! Besides the fact that it draws me into a reverent, serious posture, it reminds me of the many things that God has done for me. With lyrics that point out the greatness of God, I am reminded to praise Him. When the lyrics quote Scripture, it is a valuable tool to help me memorize Bible verses that I want to keep fresh in my mind. Sometimes the lyrics speak to the struggles of life and remind me that, no matter what, God is walking through those trials with me.
While church music is not for everyone, it absolutely brings me joy and strength in troublesome times. I may not be a savage beast, but it surely soothes my soul!
