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NASB | Acts 5:34 But a Pharisee named Gamaliel, a teacher of the Law, respected by all the people, stood up in the Council and gave orders to put the men outside for a short time. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 5:34 But a Pharisee named Gamaliel, a teacher of the Law [of Moses], highly esteemed by all the people, stood up in the Council (Sanhedrin, Jewish High Court) and ordered that the men be taken outside for a little while. |
Subject: Performance or Preaching? |
Bible Note: Dear EdB, Yes, many others do see this same lack of discernment. At least I do. Brother, I have also visited other churches, para-church ministries, and 'Spirit Explosions.' They are just that, firecracker sparks of entertainment, followed by temporary deafness and blindness, and a stench in the nose. The other 'lawlessness' I see these days is worship of 'worship leaders' or 'worship teams.' Professional solo artists or bands with enough volume to displace Pink Floyd, and light shows and choreography that puts Micheal Jackson to shame! Praise to God should be 'more than the sound of many waters,' but it should be the voice of His people, *accompanied by* the instruments of music, not overwhelmed by them. Neither should praise be *performed* that the congregation is only a 'minor participant.' Thank you for a discerning word. In Jesus' name, charis |