As a former song writer of A Simple Confession, I enjoy watching documentaries on musicians. When Music Television first launched in 1983, one of my favorite programs was Behind the Music. This show interviewed lead singers and song writers, revealing the inspiration behind the lyrics of their songs. When I watched the 2007 film Music and Lyrics, I was inspired to begin working on a new song or album.
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God, Colossians 3:16.
Hugh Grant plays a washed up singer living on the coattails of his past, playing wherever fans crave music from the 1980’s. When his agent receives a call from a famous pop star, Grant is given a couple days to compose a chart-topping hit for this teen sensation. Drew Barrymore serves as a replacement plant sitter, interrupting Grant’s session with his lyricist. When Barrymore begins to put these lyrics into a catchy melody, she is hired to complete this song.
Addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart, Ephesians 5:19.
The Bible mentions the power of music and lyrics. When David played his harp for King Saul, the sound uplifted his soul. The prophet Samuel claims that music soothes the soul. While Huey Lewis sang about the Power of Love in 1996, the Bible is filled with examples of how music encourages, inspires and uplifts hearts. As individuals meditate on the word of God, hymns, melodies and spiritual songs, the Lord will put a new song upon or within your heart and mind to share with others.
by Jay Mankus
