Narrative Lectionary Key Verse for Today
“In the days of Zerubbabel and in the days of Nehemiah all Israel gave the daily portions for the singers and the gatekeepers.”
NL Daily Devotion for Saturday, December 14, 2024
by R. M. Fergus, Clergy Stuff
Yeah! Support for musicians! Yep, that’s what jumped out at me in this long description of the dedication of the rebuilt Jerusalem. People were called to bring their tithes and offerings not just to the priests, but to support their local singers. Israel understood the importance of music in their spiritual and cultural lives. We, too, in our modern context, are aware of the powerful impact music has on us in all areas of our lives. Not many folks can make an actual living writing and performing music. Maybe we can see supporting musicians as a God-given call and be more willing to appropriately compensate the many wonderful music-makers out there!
What impact does music have on my life? Do I value it as I ought to?
