1 Chronicles 16:32-34 Let the sea resound, and all that is in it; let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them! Let the trees of the forest sing, let them sing for joy before the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth. Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Christmas is a special, joyous time for singing and making music. The many carols, hymns and songs that abound this time of year are not matched by another season. Together this music proclaims the birth of the Christ-child, the Son of God given to us. He is God with us in human flesh. This celebration occurs around the world in languages foreign to us but known by God. World-wide we sing and make music to the Lord our God for the good gifts he gives to mankind.
The beauty and joy of the incarnation of God’s only begotten Son is expressed in magnificent choral and orchestral arrangements. They declare the majesty of Bethlehem’s miracle. Celebrating with choirs, orchestras or our own private singing reflects the dawning light of the birth of our Savior. Christmas gladness breaks out in music throughout this joyful season of Christmas and throughout the world.
This season of Advent can be used to express singing and not sighing. You can make music in your heart and thereby change the world around you. Joyful music is your response to the inner gladness and faith you have placed in the true message of this season. Enjoy the season of Christmas in the happiness of the incarnation and share the message of Christ’s birth with others.
