We may wanna ponder long on that ! ASK YOURSELF IF SATAN PHYSICALLY IS STANDING IN FRONT OF YOU, PITCHING SELLING ETERNAL DEATH, WITH 99.9% OF TEMPORILY FUN CANDY ARE YOU ONE OF THEM WHO WILL ACCEPT IT ? But we dont do that we naturally gravitate toward adoration in our song writing and corporate singing, without direct biblical instruction to do so. BEFORE READING & SORRY FOR MY THESIS . You can just see the excitement in her as she sings. Youve probably heard of YouTube, Pandora, and Spotify. Susan, it has been years since I counted, but in some form or way the scriptures, Old and New, say in some for Fear not over 250 times. this song is completely a blessing for not just any church but for each individual soul listening to it. . Bible Verses Quotes. Of course, this might be best done when in private worship, but it could be done corporately as well. Im listening to it repeatedly. Christian music is as much a business as anything else. The issue lies within its use. I urge you, during the repeats, to change it to first person. And, years later, hearing the Hebrews cries for rescue, God remembered His covenant with their ancestors and rescued them. And your family and your children. [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. much love and blessing on you! Allow them enjoy the blessing. To use a really bad metaphor, Its kind of like Costco or Sams club everybody understands that you have to join the club (so to speak) to get the benefits. And the LORD will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water . Hi Vince, God is extremely concerned with our Theology. I think the church (myself included) is suffering from spiritual ADD. I pray for my generation and those generations to come to be safe, happy and healthy; to accept Christ as their Savior and for the salvation of their spouses-to-be whomever they shall be. 3This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, 4who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. Well said! I think this has been to the detriment of the world today and especially the church. Last few comments is great & Vince thanks for updating your review, but Im not gonna say Im happy with such a high grade of 8.5 / 10 for as Randall rightly called it, a fluff piece from an heretical establishment. For believers who are under a new, better covenant brought about by a greater, better Prophet, fulfilled by a final, best Lamb, why sing about blessings that God promised to a people under a different covenant as though they apply to us? They will experience eternal separation from God (Matthew 18:8, Matthew 25:41, Matthew 25:46, Mark 9:43, Jude 1:7, Revelation 14:11, and Revelation 20:10). Hebrews says it well in Ch13, offering UP to God spiritual sacrifices. Genesis 43:29 And he lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, Is this your younger brother, of whom ye spake unto me? 43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. Secondly, the Bereans were noted for testing the Gospel against the scriptures (which at the time consisted only the Old Testament). I think this ends up being a descriptor of Gods character, more so than some guarantee of generation-to-generation blessing. I dont believe this song does either. 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. Well said ..repetition has a place in laying emphasis on truth and yes drowning out other negative information overloads. In order to do the Lord's work, we must resolve conflicts in the church in a biblical manner. Lol. Stephen, I couldnt agree more! It certainly wouldnt hurt to sing blessings mid-service! The song doesnt claim anything for Americans but seems to me to be a prayer of blessing over those listening. Thank you, Lord bless the artist for these wonderful lyrics, I love the comment, We are created for the glory of God. I agree wholeheartedly. May He turn His face toward you and give you peace. If we are to sing holy holy holy is the Lord God Almighty who was and is and is to come for all eternity- doesnt that say something about the standard to which a worship song should be held to? Guessing from the ads, its voluntary work. This song is a beautiful, simultaneous pronouncement of blessing over the corporate church and the individual believer. Some parts, like the old testament ceremonial law, have been superseded by Christ and are no longer relevant to our worship, but the old testament moral law is still very much relevant. But, if they dont copyright it, someone else might and do whatever they want with it. I normally wont concentrate on lyrics when im listening to any other secular music. 1-3 business days! [16] Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the LORD. Thank you Vince for finding all the related verses; that is a huge help. 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. Thank you for your comments and question! To the extent that this song glorifies God, it is for Christ, not against Him, even if the church where it comes from is misleading people with man-centered teaching. Shan YES. 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. Cody Carnes & Kari Jobe) - The Blessing, Rend Collective Build Your Kingdom Here, Hillsong Young & Free (Feat. its their copyright, not mine. Gods message of the blessing through Moses was given to His people, not to outsiders. BTW. You have shown your last kindness to be better than the first by not going after young men, whether poor or rich. I just wanted you to be aware that at The Berean Test, I focus on the lyrics regardless of what the artist teaches. Even the word, blessing, may be somewhat misunderstood. Why did you copyright a song that inspiration was giving to you from the word God and his spirit it was freely given to you and you freely admit most of it comes from numbers Do you have the right to Copyright it as your own inspiration? It starts with a quiet blesssing that you want to receive and tten begins to rise in intensity with repetition. 1 Peter. Psalm 138:6; Proverbs 3:34; Proverbs 29:23; Matthew 23:12; Luke 1:52; James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5.). Which rather should produce no music & whos music should not be spread around; or at least Christians should be extremely careful in what way it is supported & approved! It does seems like a misuse of the text to rip out the blessing without the curses and warnings to go along with it. With Philippians 1:15-18. Abbie Gamboa) - Give Me Jesus, Chris Tomlin & Bethel Music - Holy Forever, Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music (Feat. This song is a gift to us and I thank you so much. Its dizzying the amount of times the song is repeated. It feels like Im singing a blessing over myself. I think it is intended to be heard by any who will receive it. May His presence go before you And behind you, and . May His favor be upon our nation for a thousand generations. I wanted to suggest adding Psalm 103:17-18 as a reference point for May his blessing be upon youchildrens children. ). It is about blessing others. What you said pierced my soul and broke my heart. Worship must be vital and real in the heart, and worship must rest on a true perception of God. As so often is the case & case in point with this song amongst so many, is who do we think we are to exalt ourselves so often towards standards or achievements hardly in its infancy development. One such verse is Psalm 30:5 (ESV): "For his anger lasts but for a moment, and his favor for a lifetime. It appears God has a thing for repetition. And your family and your children Its not just about prosperity. He is for you, He is for you. Thank you Vince. high on emotions and minimal on sound thinking. We will all experience hardship, struggles, persecution even from a society that has deteriorate and moved away from Gods standards. The repetition of the phrase He is for you has caused me to understand, with new clarity, what i thought i knew. LEARN THESE SONGS & PERSONALLY SING THEM TO GOD IN TIMES OF NEED & ONE TO ONE TRUE WORSHIP. To receive His gift of favor upon your life you must believe it. Emotion is always suspect. Stephen, you have expressed so well what has been going through my mind for months. This song is a reminder of His love, and that cant be said enough. I agree that its not a worship song. Copyrights are meant to protect against it. -Friends of the world are Gods enemy (James 4:4) No judgment, this is a comment from a believer struggling with this songs place in worship. Thank you for speaking out the truth in love, it takes great courage and its what this world really needs even though it may not be what it wants. I hesitated to read your review because I did not what any one to take away from me my appreciation of this worship song. He will simply think whoever this Lord is being sung about, seems good. . Vince, Thank you for the time and effort youve put into this site Vince! It really sounds like ourselves. And, as I sang along with all the repetition, I praised my God for his goodness, grace, and faithfulness and prayed this blessing in faith for my son and his soon to be bride and their future family, and their children and their children and their children unto a thousand generations. you. Calmly and politely state your case in a comment, below. I agree, I dont see this as useful for corporate worship. Its the way in which the artist chose to present it. If we take Paul too literally, beyond what he intended, wed be singing for the destruction of all those who persecute Christians. And be gracious to you. There is deeper things than a direct song review bothering me & I think it should similarly bother all Christians! Psalm 136 His love endures forever, repeats at the end of each verse, twenty-six verses, twenty-six times. G#m. Of course, He also made a way for His enemies to be forgiven. Just explaining my context. And Jesus also told His disciples that after He has left, He would send the Holy Spirit to live within them to teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you (John 14:26). Cody Carnes & Kari Jobe) The Blessing. I agree with this. Since God is so generous with His enemies, then we should be as well. However, too much intellectualism is equally dangerous. If reminding needs done, its us that need the constant reminder of Who it is we belong to. Singing a blessing corporately to one another and over one another is not only perfectly acceptable but is in fact part of our instruction. And let the beauty of the LORD our God be on us: and establish you the work of our hands on us; yes, the work of our hands establish you it. In praying through this song, I had a deep experience of blessing in the sense of well-being. I would add one thing: Under the new covenant, we, the church, are a holy priesthood (1 Peter 2:4-10). Gods steadfast love extends to those who love him, and keep his commandments, but he will repay those who hate him by destroying them. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; . I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. without my brains signal or something my cheeks make a smile automatically. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. Well, Im late and maybe someone else could put this in a more biblically referenced context, but Id just add that as human beings, we should constantly be reminding ourselves that questions of reasoning, that is, human reasoning like, if God is all knowing, why does God need to be reminded? are concluded from leaning on our own understanding. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. In that agrarian society, good weather was all-important. And your family and your children. The Blessing be upon your children, and your childrens children to a thousand generations was very difficult. Almost all translations of the Bible (if not all translations) are copyrighted. May I respectfully point out, if you get bored of the bridge after 3 times you might begin to get bored in heaven when we sing with the elders or 4 living creatures the same songs and verses repeated over for all eternity? its also impossible to know precisely what it will be like for me when I get there; However, I understand that you referenced Revelation 4:8 with your commentary, that the four living creatures and elders state the same statement, over and over again, day and night. 1. There will be a time of judgment in the future, but, until then, God graciously gives good things, even to those who hate Him. Blessings are given as God sees fit, through grace so no person can boast. Never a toil or labor. He prays for the knowledge and sensible experience of God's good providence. The LORD make his face shine on you, and be gracious to you: Psalm 21:6 For thou hast made him most blessed for ever: thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance. God does not withhold all blessings until a person comes to Him in repentance and faith in Christ. Slog? Beautiful. Check out our may god's favor be upon you selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Why didnt I think of that? And each and every time i listen to it. This raised this songs score from 9.5/10 to 10/10. They are there to specifically listen to that artist for entertainment. And be gracious to you Even in Dave Brennans commentary, he uses the word can in terms of misleading. My score heavily relied on this point, so for that reason, I can significantly adjust it. Thank you for your comments! As for being gracious to us We all need this indeed! Regarding specifically the question of this song being used in corporate worship is the command to worship God through psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs exclusively meant for adoration? This would also be akin to Christs command to render unto Caeser what is Caesers (implied peacefully) and also Pauls instruction to Timothy: First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, 2for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. Psalm 1:1,2. Is Remember Just in the Mind? Im not saying we shouldnt be sensitive to unbelievers in the context of 1 Thessalonians 5:22, Im just suggesting that 1 Thessalonians 5:22 doesnt apply in this case because all scripture is the holy word of God and cannot be withheld or moderated to avoid misunderstanding in outsiders. This is a cry for help, for rescue, for deliverance not just a cry for love. Out of context is intentional. Make Mistakes. Your perception and replies are so mature and absolutely Christlike. Gods favor doesnt come from anything humans do. However, I do agree with your first point. If we embrace the blessings of Moses-era Israel, we can expect to miss out on the blessings of Christjoining Him in His suffering. I would love to do this full-time; However, yes, I advertise to cover costs. I agree about the excessive repetition, although I think ones response to that can change with age, with younger people often wanting a more emotional, intense encounter and those who are a bit older wanting more actual content. We read too much of our 21st century western ideas into it, and make it mean something different than the original word. Bryan, Don, Randall . Thanks Mike Because we belong to Him. Make His face shine upon you It works well for children too. Psalm 27:4 One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple. Okay, so thats not Aaron and his sons, which means either no-one now can say it or sing it OR perhaps all believers can sing it to/over each other and over their families etc. Thank you for giving us a platform to unite together internationally. The repetition in this song conveys my sense of urgency to have God truly bless my children not with possessions, wealth, or fame but Himself. I dont believe Christians should be afraid to quote scripture in order to avoid confusion by outsiders. 45 That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for lhe maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust, From https://www.gotquestions.org/rain-just-unjust.html. (Thus the copyright for the original piece of music.) Grain of salt aside, I am glad to help with Scripture passages! 3:3. So, Davids cries to the Lord in the Psalms are just as much cries for effect as for affection. We connect with her in a way we don't connect with everyone. prophets here ijn Jeremiah chapter 23 as in meaning those Pastors falsely teaching the Word of God. Its hard to deny the possibility. How Does God Remembered Apply Today? Psalm 68:28 Thy God hath commanded thy strength: strengthen, O God, that which thou hast wrought for us. Its an amazing song because its based on everything the Fathers covenant promisesbut at the same time it is just as important to emphasize the part we are to play in that covenant. Not all of us are called, or privileged, to have children, but consider that your powerful witness and testimony may carry out Gods favor and blessing upon generations and generations. If this Happens, Gods anger will be kindled against the Israelites Many people are emotionally starved when they come to church. For one thing, there is many a danger & pitfalls applying to us & not them! And a thousand generations But, its being readily accepted in Christianity today by watering down the gospel making it all about us rather than about the Lord. But surprise, this song actually uses biblical language and concepts which are common to the old testament covenant and the new testament gospel to remind us that God has been at work building relationships with people from the very beginning of His creation even when we choose to ignore or reject Him. These nations are to be devoted to complete destruction, in order to prevent intermarriage, and idolatry. God is for lost people, he is so for them that he sent his only son so that they might believe and have eternal life. It was not of their own merits that God chose them, but because he is faithful to his former promises to the patriarchs, and that he loves his chosen position (he is jealous for them). As to your observation Unbelievers wont miss the message the first time, much less the second or third. Im surprised the moderator has given no mention/ interaction offered humbly by the UK ministry leader Dave Brennan. This song has been on repeat since the day I downloaded This is a question that transcends this song. Discernment is something each and everyone should diligently work at everyday through more and more exposure to READING GODs WORD, and hearing trusted men preaching from pulpits [ And yes, I said MEN ] having proven themselves rightfully dividing the Word of God. Worship songs have God as the intended target; this song is clearly a blessing upon the congregation, which is fine, but its not directed at God. Happy to sit in the shade of someone with more knowledge than me though! Such a powerful description of what Gods blessing can be. 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What do we use listening & informal participation within Christian songs/performances for?, as PART of worship right. I am not a skilled songwriter or gifted musician, but I heard this worship song for the first time as I was driving across the state to a wedding shower for my eldest sons fianc. One for every day of the week except weekends. * 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. The repetition is worship; I sense Gods heavy Presence, love and blessing more and more, the longer it goes on. 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. Mantras and meditations become means of healing and recovery what is better to hear on repeat, that you are a worthless, hopeless piece of garbage, or that in all things God is for you, with you, and within you? The songs title summarizes the entire song. When God gives good sunshine and good rain to an evil farmer, its an example of God loving His enemies. In the Old Testament examples, the text uses the Hebrew word zakar, which means to remember. But the definition goes deeper, for it also means to bring someone to mind and then act on that persons behalf. For people who suffer from depression, PTSD, anxiety, negative self-talk, repetition of good and positive things is often the only way to recovery, because of how potent and incessant the unhealthy thought patterns are. Vie Motivation. I love worshipping God through songs and this fit perfectly That we would understand God is for us no matter the time of day, location, or personal scenario. And Vince I totally understand your evaluation criteria being solely directed towards the lyrics in as far as what is Biblically sound. We should all do our own due diligence to examine the theology of artists.. But Hey, some indeed are already Heavenly tourist and what not, so why not. It is a blessing offered to believers. High quality May His Favor-inspired gifts and merchandise. Elevation Worships blessing inspired by Exodus 20:6, Deuteronomy 7:9, and Psalm 103:17-18. Raised in the faith, King David knew God brought mighty action when He remembered someone or something. This I know, For the Bible tells me so; Little ones to Him belong; They are weak, but He is strong. See, just recently I started on this journey of Faith & wow, I can already hear God speaking so clearly to me & feel Him working through me as His vessel. Maybe a blessing to sing over others, like a benediction post service, but is it really me worshiping God? The Lord bless you Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, OT Poetry: Psalm 90:17 Let the favor of the Lord our (Psalm Ps Psa. Im reminded of two Bible verses Proverbs 25:16 Hast thou found honey? I heard that the pastor of Elevation church (Steven Furtick) felt that God was speaking this blessing over his church and wanted his congregation to receive it, so he sat down in a room with Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes and wrote this song for his church. Psalm 67:1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. The UK version states as its headline: Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for you judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth. (Deut 7:17-26) The Israelites are not to fear that the nations in the promised land are more numerous / stronger than they. If we agree that this song is scripturally based then isnt it a good thing, at times, to repeat it over until it sinks in. It is a gift. [18] For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? Far more and better than we can in our human frailty. Sometimes I think in our desire to be sensitive to what God wants from us we over complicate things and neglect the truth of the Holy Spirits role to will and to work in you for his good pleasure. Concern over man-centered song worship has its place, but song worship is only a snippet of whole worship, or as Paul calls it, true and proper worship offer your bodies as a living sacrifice to God. Oh my goodness. 1. Perhaps its because we arent trying to sell them as our own work? who hath marked his word, and heard it? by Andr van Belkum. I consider The Berean Test a hobby; a place to express my opinions about Christian lyrics. For decades I as a Pastor used this to close the service. Talk about sentimentality. I dont think of it as much for the New Testament Christian, though it is entirely applicable. Verse. And a thousand generations 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. However, the bigger issue is, will an unbeliever interpret Psalm 23 as applicable to them? 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Since its a blessing, and blessings are given at the end of the service, my thought is that a church service could potentially end with this song. 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. Thank you for using your hobby to bless others a congratulations on breaking through! 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