Introduction

Singing is pretty amazing when you think about it. Somehow, we humans are able to push air up our throats over some sort of flexible fleshy membranes that vibrate at different speeds, changing the pitch of the sound we’re producing, which we intuitively know how to do, all the while reshaping our tongues and lips and mouths to form words while making this happen.

22 times the Bible tells us to “Sing to the Lord.”

The book of Ephesians tells us to: “Speak to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music with your heart to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:19

King David says, “He put a new song in my mouth, A hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the Lord.” Psalm 40:3 (NIV)

It was and is our hope, that as a result of what we all do together – including singing new songs – many will see the Lord and put their trust in Him. And just for fun, I did an internet search for the benefits of singing. I found a website called Lifehack.org, that listed 11 good things that happen for you when you sing.

22 times the Bible tells us to “Sing to the Lord.”

The Benefits of Singing

Singing releases endorphins and oxytocin. Oxytocin is also known as the “cuddle hormone” because it’s released when people snuggle up. Oxytocin is known to decrease stress and anxiety. Both of these hormones can make you feel better in general and decrease any pain you might be feeling.

Singing improves your I.Q. Studies have found that singers and musicians typically have higher IQs than non-musicians. Singing can improve your overall brain function and help you think a little clearer.

Singing leads to a longer life. A joint Yale and Harvard study showed that for people living in New Haven, Connecticut, choral singing increased life expectancy.

Singing lowers your blood pressure. Case studies [case studies] show that singing can have a calming effect. Hospital patients often see their blood pressure lower as they sing hymns with their visitors.

Singing tones up your facial muscles, your diaphragm, and your intercostal muscles ... View this full sermon with PRO Premium