01/08/2026
Month 2026
A Month of Spirit-Filled Hymns and Gratitude
"Be filled with the Spirit... speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit." — Ephesians 5:18–20 (NIV)
As we begin our **Hymnal Month**, we are reminded that worship is far more than singing beautiful melodies. The Apostle Paul challenges believers in Ephesians 5:18–20 to pursue a life that is continuously filled with the Holy Spirit. Rather than allowing worldly pleasures to influence our hearts, we are called to let the Holy Spirit shape our thoughts, our words, and our worship.
One of the clearest signs of a Spirit-filled life is joyful praise. Paul encourages believers to **speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit**, creating a community where worship strengthens faith, encourages one another, and glorifies God. Hymns are not merely traditional songs—they are timeless declarations of God's faithfulness, grace, holiness, and salvation.
Throughout church history, hymns have carried biblical truth across generations. They have comforted the grieving, strengthened the weary, inspired missionaries, and united congregations in one voice of praise. Every hymn tells a story of God's unchanging love and reminds us that His promises remain true.
This month, we invite every member of our congregation to rediscover the richness of hymns. As we gather for worship each week, let us not simply sing with our lips, but **make melody in our hearts to the Lord**. True worship flows from grateful hearts that recognize God's goodness in every season of life.
Paul also reminds us to **always give thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ**. Gratitude transforms our perspective. Whether we are celebrating victories or walking through challenges, thanksgiving keeps our eyes fixed on God's sovereignty and His unfailing love.
Our prayer is that this Hymnal Month will be more than a musical celebration. May it become a season of spiritual renewal, deeper fellowship, heartfelt worship, and renewed commitment to Christ. As the Holy Spirit fills our hearts, may our lives become songs of praise that point others to Jesus.
Let us come together with joyful hearts, lift our voices in worship, encourage one another through timeless hymns, and celebrate the goodness of our God.
A Month of Spirit-Filled Hymns and Gratitude**
Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ."
— Ephesians 5:18–20 (NIV)
Join us every Sunday throughout August as we celebrate the beauty of hymnody, the power of Spirit-filled worship, and the joy of giving thanks to God together. All are welcome.
