Churches That Refrain From Use Of Instruments In Worship

A small minority of churches today are opposed in principle to the use of instruments in worship. The following article outlines a typical argument for this position. It is written by a leader in the Reformed Presbyterian Church, one denomination that refrains from the use of instruments in worship. Music is one of the arts that God has given for man's expression and joy. Scripture records the origin of instrumental music; in Genesis 4:21, we read that Jubal was "the father of all who play the harp and lute. " The use and appreciation of instrumental music should be encouraged among the people of God. While most people would agree that a capella singing is the best expression of the human voice, there is not unanimity when it comes to the use of instrumental music in worship. There are those who believe that an organ sets an atmosphere for worship and that musical instruments help people to worship. The worship of the early Christian church was patterned after the synagogue, wher…