Brass music is far from outdated. In fact, it communicates beyond the surface and reaches to the very soul. This was really evident today as the ISB (Inala Seniors Band) carolled in three nursing homes and two hostels. As the residents sang along to the music played by our brass ensemble and I listened to the words echo around the room, it dawned on me that the traditional Christmas carols are, in the truest sense, gospel music. The simple carols with their deep theology portray the gospel story in a nutshell.
With this in mind, at this time of the year we each have a wonderful privilege to spread the gospel with holy intent as we share the carols and the life-changing message they contain.
So keep up the carolling and spread the message of Christ's redeeming love. It's still a relevant message for all!
Romans 15:14 (MSG) ~ "I'm simply underlining how very much I need your help in carrying out this highly focused assignment God gave me, this priestly and gospel work of serving the spiritual needs of (others) so they can be presented as an acceptable offering to God, made whole and holy by God's Holy Spirit."
