LC† A Joyful Noise
November 27th to December 25th, 2022 (Daily except three Sundays)
How does music transform us as disciples? In both Hebrew and Greek, the
words for sound, noise, and voice are all the same. And these words are also
used to convey the presence of musical instruments and even the sound of
language being spoken. In the biblical story, human sound and voice are used to
express joy and sadness, the praise of God and the longing for restoration.
How does music lift up our Advent hope and our year-round longing?
How can our voices inspire us to bring forth our deepest desires for new creation?
This year, we will explore the soundscapes and songs of all God’s creatures, as we
seek to prepare our hearts and minds for the transformation that the birth of
Jesus offers us. As we journey toward Bethlehem, along the way, we will
explore the musical term‘s 'selah’ which means ‘to pause and take a breath’
while singing or praying. How can we make space and take a breath to dwell in the
wonder and mystery of Advent?
Join us starting November 27th, for twenty-nine devotional days until Christmas.
And may the coming of the Christ child bless you in your Advent journey!
(For those who are new to Lutherans Connect devotions, you can find them
November 27th. Or, write to lutheransconnect@gmail.com and ask to be put on
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