Joy Reflects Worship
Advent Week Three, Day Two
1 Chronicles 15:1-16

Focus: "…David commanded…the singers to play loudly… and raise shouts of joy…"

Verse 16 says, “David also commanded the chiefs of the Levites to appoint their brothers as the singers who should play loudly on musical instruments, on harps and lyres and cymbals, to raise sounds of joy.”

David went to the Levites, God’s appointed priesthood to the Israelites, to work out the details of the music to be sung and played when the ark was brought back into Jerusalem. Their agreement: the leaders of the Levites would select from among their brothers the singers and musicians to make the music happen. Nothing was left to chance. You see, David knew the important role music plays in worshipping God. Restoring the ark of God to Jerusalem was a big deal and not something to be taken lightly.

We too must offer our best to God when we worship Him and sing his praises. What does that mean for you in this Advent season? What is your best? Your time? Your money? Your family? Your business? Your heart?

As you consider how you will offer your best to God, be reminded of the greatest gift ever given. It cost you nothing, but it was priceless to our Heavenly Father. How will you show your thankfulness today? Whatever the answer, it should be offered with joy. Worship is not a burden, but a privilege.

Father, please accept our offerings of praise—our joyful noise—as we worship You. In Christ’s name may we offer You only our best today. Amen.