Melodic Mondays
Those of you who know me know that I love music even though I am not musical myself. I listen to good music as often as I can. It is beneficial to the brain, valuable to the vocabulary, and strengthening to the soul. Isaiah 12:2-3 is a lovely passage that includes this soaring statement of surety: “The Lord JEHOVA [YAHWEH] is my strength and my song.” This could be translated, “God is my mountaintop and my music.” Yes, He is! Each Monday, I want to study this subject and suggest a song to listen to. Anyone reading this devotional has easy access to any song. (I am an exception because I do not go on a computer or other information device.) If you do not like my suggestion (and we all have different tastes), you can think of or search for one that speaks to you. Then, it can become a source of encouragement throughout the week.
All areas of our lives fall under the sovereignty and solicitude of our God. He cares about both the exceptional and the mundane. Thus, he is aware of our basic needs and provides for us. Psalm 127:2 includes this promise: “He giveth His beloved sleep.” A good night’s rest is a good gift from God. A traditional Gospel song that helps us to find rest is “Bid You Goodnight.” It is simple, almost a lullaby. The recent version (2017) by the North Mississippi Allstars is my favorite.