The Bible tells us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), entrusted to our care. Caring for ourselves is not just about physical health—it is about nurturing our connection with God. Worship helps restore our whole selves and draws us closer to him.
Music has long been a source of comfort and healing. In 1 Samuel 16:23, David’s harp playing soothed King Saul’s troubled spirit. Worship music goes even deeper, drawing us into God’s presence. It fills us with hope, renews our strength and anchors us in his truth. Whether we are singing or simply listening, music has a way of calming our minds, lifting our hearts and surrounding us with God’s peace.
In corporate worship, the congregation’s repertoire should encompass songs that express the full range of human emotions—joy, sorrow, hope, lament, gratitude and praise—so that our souls are nourished, strengthened and drawn closer to God. A well-balanced repertoire ensures that worship is not only a joyful experience but also a space where worshippers can bring their burdens, find solace and be reminded of God’s presence in every season of life.
Caring for yourself through worship not only strengthens your relationship with God but also brings healing to your mind and heart. When we honour the temple he has entrusted to us, we live and worship in ways that glorify him.
- Make worship a part of your daily life so that you can care for the temple God has given you.
- Enjoy a quiet moment with instrumental worship music so as to allow us to pause and rest in his presence.
- Sing or meditate on Scripture, like Psalm 23. Even when words fail us, worship songs can become our prayers—expressing gratitude, confessing our sins or a cry for help.
At the Methodist School of Music (MSM), we believe in the power of music to shape lives and deepen faith. Through our training programmes, workshops and worship initiatives, we equip individuals and church communities to use music as a means of worship, healing and spiritual renewal. MSM seeks to cultivate a heart of worship across all ages through music-making moments, with the hope that these moments become life-transforming. This includes children’s music education, seniors’ and inclusive programmes, choral training with the Methodist Festival Choir, instrumental programmes like the Methodist Festival Orchestra and intergenerational worship. For more information, visit https://msmusic.edu.sg/.