New song (Part 1)

Call to Prayer

Topic: New song (Part 1)

By: Dauda Victoria

Date: 22.01.2025

“Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things; his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him.”
(Psalms 98:1, NIV)

In the biblical context, a “new song” refers to a song of praise, worship, or celebration that is inspired by a new experience, revelation, or circumstance. It’s a declaration of God’s faithfulness, goodness, and mighty works in our lives.

As the Psalmist says, “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the Lord.” (Psalm 40:3, NIV)

The kind of song we sing is often influenced by our circumstances. In times of joy and celebration, we sing songs of praise, thanksgiving, and joy, as expressed in Psalm 100. For in His presence is the fullness of joy (Psalm 16:11) and we are commanded to “enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” (Psalm 100:4, NIV)

During difficult times, such as loss, hardship, or pain, we may sing songs of lament, sorrow, or petition, as David did in Psalm 22. However, even in the midst of sorrow, we can find hope and comfort in God’s presence, as expressed in Psalm 23:4, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me.”

In times of hope, when we look forward to a brighter future, a new beginning, or a promised deliverance, we may sing songs of hope or expectation, as recorded in Psalm 27. This is because we are assured that “…we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:3-4, NIV)

Singing a new song implies joyful praise, excitement, and gratitude to God. It’s a declaration of our trust in Him, our faith in His goodness, and our confidence in His salvation.

What kind of song are you singing today?

PRAYER POINT:

Let’s thank God for His Word and the gift of music that brings us closer to Him.

Let’s ask God to give us a new song in this season, a song that declares His faithfulness, goodness, and mighty works in our lives.