When we respond to God our anxieties and fears give way to peace and joy in the knowledge of His presence. This is revealed in the Word, and is the inspiration of worship expressed in a message of hope and music of joy. I had a spiritual experience sitting in the back row of an Anglican convent, listening to the Sisters singing Gregorian chant. This was not my usual form of worship, but the majestic sound and the clear voices were like angels ringing in my ears. The solemnity and continuing peace were a source of blessing from the turmoil and stress of every day living.
Music certainly thrills the soul, quiets the spirit, and is a source of rich spiritual blessing.
I left that service renewed and conscious of being in God's presence. I was challenged to go and be a blessing to others. Not long afterward I attended a Prayer and Praise Service where the music moved my feet and had me clapping my hands. It was a rhythm of praise, a lifting up of arms and rejoicing in God's presence. Again, this worship experience meant blessing.