"And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord; always giving thanks for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father; and be subject to one another in the fear of Christ." (Ephesians 5:18-21) Christians are the dwelling place of Holy Spirit. As a result of His presence, our lives reflect His work in us daily as we are filled with Him. What does the reflection of God look like through us? One of the actions of our lives that reflects God is our conversations. Our conversation is to be pleasant and joyful. Paul uses musical analogies to express what our conversations should sound like to others. When we listen to music, it is not unusual to catch ourselves tapping our feet or singing along with the tune. Good music can change the attitude of an individual. Our conversation should be such that people want to join in with some toe-tapping and maybe even sing-a-long. Avoid joining in office gossip or criticism. Instead, change the attitude of the environment you find yourself in by instigating Spirit led conversation. Build up rather than tear down. Encourage rather than discourage. Speak the truth rather than a lie. What we say is often remembered and repeated, so make sure what you say is beautiful to the Lord, edifying and uplifting to all who hear it. Put a song in someone’s heart today by what you say.
