4. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord,all the earth. Every tongue must applaud, and that with the
vigor which joy of the heart alone can arouse to action. If ever people shout
for joy it should be when the Lord comes among them in the proclamation of his
Gospel reign. Make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise; or “Burst forth, and sing, and play.” Let every form of exultation be used, every kind of music pressed into
the service. There is no fear of our being too hearty in magnifying the God of
our salvation; only we must take care that the song comes from the heart,
otherwise the music is nothing but a noise in his ears, whether it be caused by
human throats, or organ pipes, or far-resounding trumpets. Loud let our hearts
ring out the honors of our conquering Saviour; with all our might let us extol the
Lord who has vanquished all our enemies, and led our captivity captive. He will
do this best who is most in love with Jesus.
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