Christian Hymns

[Remnantrob]

1 hour ago, HisFirst said:

When I was young, probs about 6, there was a song we used to sing as a whole church - it wasn't a hymn, but I loved it but that was the only church I've been to that sang it. The Pastor and wife were Americans.

It went like this I think - (from Psalms)

The testimony of the Lord is pure making wise the simple,

Much sweeter than the honey from the honeycomb.

 

I have a feeling there's a line or two missing. But the tune has never left me.

 

 

That's what in my church we refer to as scripture songs.  Basically they put scripture to music.  I looooove that too.  That is from Psalm 19-7-10,14 with verse 10 being the chorus. 

 

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⁷ The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of theLord is sure, making wise the simple.

⁸ The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.

⁹ The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of theLord are true and righteous altogether.

¹⁰ More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.

¹⁴ Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.

 

 

[HisFirst]

1 hour ago, Remnantrob said:

That's what in my church we refer to as scripture songs.  Basically they put scripture to music.  I looooove that too.  That is from Psalm 19-7-10,14 with verse 10 being the chorus. 

 

 

Thanks for that RR?

Absolutely love this Psalm.

Pity churches don't sing praise/chorus songs anymore.

Trying not to sound picky and dare I say "old!!", but repeating verse one 6 times before getting to the chorus with these modern worship songs, makes me feel like I'm being brainwashed?

All I want really is to sit down and hear the Word of God preached?

[HisFirst]

5 hours ago, woundeddog said:

 

 

I HATE with a passion the new trend of the contemporary " Jesus is my boy friend" 

Um... Is this for real?

I know the OT talks about God being Husband -

But... if someone can enlighten me, Im not sure about singing Jesus is my b'friend.

[woundeddog]

6 minutes ago, HisFirst said:

But... if someone can enlighten me,

some of the contemporary songs are so light on doctrine and heavy on emotion that they sound like the singer is singing a love song to a boy friend or girl friend rather than singing praises to an almighty God------ I have always called this type of song a "Jesus is my boyfriend" song

[Jayne]

"Jesus is my boyfriend" is a derogatory description of some new Christian music that people claim sounds like you can't tell the difference between singing to Christ in adoration or singing to a lover.  The phrase has been around for years and is used by those who don't like contemporary Christian music.

It's not literally singing about Jesus as a boyfriend.

[HisFirst]

9 minutes ago, woundeddog said:

some of the contemporary songs are so light on doctrine and heavy on emotion that they sound like the singer is singing a love song to a boy friend or girl friend rather than singing praises to an almighty God------ I have always called this type of song a "Jesus is my boyfriend" song

Ok, yes I can see your point.?

[HisFirst]

9 minutes ago, Jayne said:

"Jesus is my boyfriend" is a derogatory description of some new Christian music that people claim sounds like you can't tell the difference between singing to Christ in adoration or singing to a lover.  The phrase has been around for years and is used by those who don't like contemporary Christian music.

It's not literally singing about Jesus as a boyfriend.

Thanks for clearing that up for me Jayne??

[RustyAngeL]

6 hours ago, woundeddog said:

I love the old hymns because they are so rich in doctrine-- not only do they praise God but they edify the believer--

 

I HATE with a passion the new trend of the contemporary " Jesus is my boy friend" tunes and 7-11 praise songs~~ same seven words eleven times~~~ all they do is put the listener in a trance so their brains are more open bad teaching

I have never heard Jesus is my boyfriend, nor would I want to.  I mean praise and worship songs.  Worthy Is The Lamb, Breathe.  It me I can be ushered right into the presence of the Lord.  I'm a hand raiser.  If I couldn't do that I would have to sit on my hands. 

[HisFirst]

35 minutes ago, Davida said:

Here's a few examples of what I mean by ,  Jesus is my boyfriend type lyrics that are similar to contemporary Romantic Love Song. These just don't make it for me as giving thanks,  Praising and glorifying the Lord.  

In the secret, in the quiet place
In the stillness, you are there
In the secret, in the quiet hour I wait only for you
‘Cause I want to know you more
I want to touch you, I want to see your face
I want to know you more
Andy Park – “In the Secret”

"Draw me close"

Draw me close to you
Never let me go
I lay it all down again
To hear you say that I'm your friend
You are my desire
No one else will do
'Cause nothing else can take your place
To feel the warmth of your embrace
Help me find the way
Bring me back to you

You're all I want
You're all I've ever needed
You're all I want
Help me know you are near

Draw me close to you
Never let me go
I lay it all down again
To hear you say that I'm your friend
You are my desire
No one else will do
'Cause nothing else can take your place
To feel the warmth of your embrace
Help me find the way
Bring me back to you

You're all I want
You're all I've ever needed
You're all I want
Help me know you are near

You're all I want
You're all I've ever needed
You're all I want
Help me know you are near

Help me know you are near
Help me know you are near

Songwriters
KELLY CARPENTER, MARK HAYES

 

Ok, thanks Davida,

I can see what you mean and I can see the other side as well tbph. 

For those individuals that have had little or no human love, compassion etc shown to them throughout their lives, I can see that it would appeal.

 

[enoob57]

2 hours ago, RustyAngeL said:

I have never heard Jesus is my boyfriend, nor would I want to.  I mean praise and worship songs.  Worthy Is The Lamb, Breathe.  It me I can be ushered right into the presence of the Lord.  I'm a hand raiser.  If I couldn't do that I would have to sit on my hands. 

 either that or your family could tie them down to the song book holder  ... and whatever you do don't get all imprecatory on me