Subject: Are new worship songs scripturally OK? |
Bible Note: True. I generally see it this way. However it's a fine line to walk. I do many things because my Heavenly Father tells me it is good. If I buy a transient man a cup of coffee because My Lord teaches it is right, that's honoring him but not worship. So I do understand the point Searcher is making, but I do not agree that the Hebrew definition is the only way to go. I worship with praise and thanksgiving. And often a lot of tears. But that's MY way. Searcher is focused. I can understand why. Until we learn the original language the Bible was written in, can we REALLY know the truth? Literal interpretation leaves room for flaws. Meaningful translations also leaves room for flaws. Take ANY language currently used. Translate ANY other language *literally.* Everyone can remember the "Coke Adds Life" fiasco, right? When Coca Cola tried to advertise Coke in Japan their slogan "actually" read "Coke Brings Your Ancestors Back From The Dead." So Searcher does have a very valid point to make. However, I don't believe you can base that point on one word. I would need to be an understanding of the entire book. Not necessarily the Bible, but perhaps Exodus and Numbers where the Lord explains things to Moses. Can we really understand the gospels without knowing Hebrew? YES, because God sends the Holy Spirit to us with the charism of knowledge. Faith, diligence, worship and praise! Send me Your Holy Spirit that I may know Your ways, Oh Lord! AMEN! Lisa |