Peridically, I try to do a hymn sing at Zion. This week, with our fall outing and prophecy conference behind us, is one of those weeks. I know that many in my generation do not have the same appreciation for the old hymns as I, but I know that the carefully chosen words can help teach us sometimes moreso than the more self-centric words in more recent "worship" songs. It is important to note that while it is a personal choice how we choose to honor God through our time of worship, the most important thing is that we keep our minds on Him, and not ourselves. As John 3:30 states, "He must increase, but I must decrease." (KJV) Only when we see take the focus off of ourselves and see God for who He is, can we come to the realization of how much we need Him. He is perfect, and we are far from.
I do, however, especially enjoy hearing the old hymns put to new music, such as these from Chris Tomlin:
Amazing Grace (Our Chains are Gone)
Come Thou Fount, Come Thou King
Crown Him (Majesty)
Fairest Lord Jesus
Recently, Steven Curtis Chapman recorded his version of "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" on his album Deep Roots, released in March of this year. I love hearing this song on the radio.
Last year, I purchased the compilation entitled "Positively Hymns", recorded with various Christian singers. This is by far one of my favorite compilations. I highly recommend this CD for your meditation.
http://www.amazon.com/Positively-Hymns-Jeremy-Camp/dp/B008XRSQ94/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383361073&sr=8-1&keywords=positively+hymns.
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