I believe music is a big part of our praise and glory to God and of Franklin Hill Presbyterian Church.
Thank God For Good Music
“Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul,” said Martin Luther. Of course, he never heard intense rap or loud rock ’n’ roll!
Still, the great reformer of the faith was correct. What other art can so quickly soothe us and bring us inner peace?
Bernard Berenson put it this way: “On the wings of music we soar above and beyond nature, farther than any other vehicle can carry us.”
King Saul often became depressed and inwardly tormented. Some of his servants thought he could find relief by listening to music. The king heard about Jesse’s son David, who skillfully played a lyre (some translations read “harp”). Saul sent for David and heard him play. Saul was so helped by the music that he asked David to join his court.
Thus we read in 1 Samuel 16:23, “Whenever the evil spirit … came upon Saul, David took the lyre and played it with his hand, and Saul would … feel better” (NRSV).
What songs and hymns have that same effect on you?
The Gift of Music
I wish to see all arts, principally music, in the service of Him who gave and created them.
Music is a fair and glorious gift from God. I would not forego my humble share of music. Singers are never sorrowful, but are merry, and they smile through their troubles in song.
Music makes people kinder, gentler, more staid and reasonable. I am persuaded that after theology, music is the only art capable of affording peace and joy of heart … the devil flees before the sound of music almost as much as before the Word of God. —Martin Luther
Bible Verse Memory Plan
Week #1: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. Psalm 46: 1-2 KJV
Week #2: The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a strong-hold in times of trouble. Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:9-10 NIV
Week #3: For the word of God is quick and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 KJV
Week #4: I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Galations 2:20 NIV
Isaiah declares: “Say to those who are of a fearful heart, ‘Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God’” (35:4, NRSV). May we sense your nearness, Lord, so our anxieties may be stilled.
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“Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth. … I will praise your name, Lord, for it is good” (Psalm 54:2, 6, NIV).
What Do You See?
GODISNOWHERE
Did you read it as “God is nowhere”? Or are you an optimist who read it as “God is now here”?
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday School – 8:30 AM in the Community Building
Choir Practice will resume Thursday, September 5th – 1:00pm
You may reach Pastor John at #607-651-4760 or at his.ship@gmail.com
Sunday, Sept. 1st – Coffee hour – Men will be providing breakfast
Monday, September 2nd – Labor Day
Friday, September 6th - Momma’s Group will meet at the church 9am to 11am. If any one is able to help watch children, please come.
Sunday, September 8th – Grandparent’s Day!
Wednesday, September 11th – Patriot Day!
Thursday, September 12th – PW will meet at 9:00 to clean the Community Building and PW Meeting is at 11:00. Snacks provided.
If any ladies are interested in joining Carolyn and Bonne on Monday nights at the Lakeview Mennonite Church for a bible study at 6-8:30 starting September 16, please let Bonne know. I will need to order your study book. Cost $17 Topic “One In A Million “ with Priscilla Shirer.
Wednesday, September 18th - Men’s Breakfast and Meeting at 8:00am
Thursday, September 19th – Session Meeting – 6:00pm
Sunday, September 22nd – First Day of Autumn!
The retreat for September 27-29 has been rescheduled for the spring. More information will be available at a later date. Blessings ,Bonne
Newsletter Deadline – Tuesday, October 1st – get your articles to Carolyn White
Loose change offering, (coins & bills), goes to General Fund. Contributions for specific charities will go to the designated point person for that specific charity; any checks for that charity must be made payable directly to that particular charity.
E-Mail Carolyn White with any praises, joys, or prayer requests (whisperpines@frontiernet.net) throughout the week.
Sunday School starts at 8:30am please join us and be blessed!
NOTE: Our website is: www.franklinhillpresbyterian.org where you can access online messages, event calendar, our church newsletter, mission, etc. Check it out when you can! Church E-Mail: fhpc400@att.net
