Music

Churches of Christ:  Who are these people?

Music

One of the things people frequently notice about Churches of Christ is that our singing is a cappella­ — that is, without instrumental accompaniment.

Here’s why. We are seeking co worship according co New Testament instruction. Since the New Testament doesn’t mention instrumental music in worship, we believe it is best co exclude it. In the Christian age, instrumental music in church worship did not appear until the sixth century A.D.

 

There are nine verses in the New Testament that mention music:

Matthew 26:30

Acts 16:25

Romans 15:11

1 Corinthians 14:15

Ephesians 5:19

Colossians 13:16

Hebrews 2:12

James 5:13

 

 

Each mentions singing; none mentions instruments.

 

Thus the use of instruments is without New Testament authority. This is why instrumental music was opposed by religious leaders such as Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Wesley, and Charles Spurgeon

 

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By Joe Barnett
Published by Pathway Publishing House

Posted with Permission