Sing Unto the Lord

Peter Mead at ‘Biblical Preaching‘ has raised some good questions about the linkage between sermons and singing in a service. He asks whether we should sing after a sermon or not and he gives good arguments for both.

What do you think? Is it helpful to sing and respond after hearing God’s word, or would it be better to just spend some time in contemplation. Can singing distract from the message just heard. I know at our church, while we love singing after a sermon I’m often disappointed to see people use it as a time to unwind and get some release after listening to God’s word. It can allow them to disengage with the word being taught to them.

hmm. Big questions. Any answers?