Some like to sing. Others don’t really have the gift. Singing together in a group is a powerful experience anyone can sense.
We know there will be plenty of singing in heaven. When God opens the barrier between heaven and earth and gives . . . . John the Apostle a vision of what is going on in the book of Revelation, singing is a big part of the activity in God’s presence. People sing because of what they see.
It’s not totally strange to sing a song based on what we’re seeing. Our famous “Star Spangled Banner,” our national anthem and a song that inspires us as a country, came originally from what an American saw. Francis Scott Key, prisoner on a British ship off the shore, witnessed a flag still flying. The British navy bombarded Fort McHenry, but the flag still waving after the battle showed the Americans were victorious.
In truth, songs are often inspired by what we see. When, after our years on earth, we witness the great and glorious sight of the Lamb that was slain victorious in heaven, is there anything better we can do than sing? I don’t think so! The countless angels will be singing. The whole church of believers will be singing. All creatures in heaven and on earth will be singing. We will also lend our voices in that powerful chorus.
It doesn’t matter what your singing ability is here on earth. The most off-tune voice will be raised in worship. You all will glorify our Savior, the Lamb who gave his life for us, when you see him!
“To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb
be praise and honor and glory and power,
for ever and ever!” (Revelation 5:13)