For I Cannot Keep Silent
Posted on Feb 17, 2006
in challenge, church, witness by Wes Kenney

One of the greatest joys in my life is being a member of the Singing Churchmen of Oklahoma. Before my current ministry, I was minister of music and youth at several Oklahoma churches and by virtue of that position I was allowed to join this wonderful group. Thankfully, unlike the Singing ChurchWomen of Oklahoma, no audition was required.
Dr. Bill Green, our director, is a wonderful man and a good friend. He has been there for my family during difficult times, and has always been a help and a support to us.
The music we sing challenges my heart as well as my singing ability. We were divided into four groups last night for concerts in Hobart, Sallisaw, Tulsa and Nicoma Park. If you were with me in Sallisaw, you heard music ranging from negro spiritual to Handel's Hallelujah Chorus, from traditional hymns to modern praise songs. There is a wonderful range of music with which to praise Him, and it is so uplifting to be a part of a group that encourages Christians and points the lost to the love of the Savior.
Next month we will perform a one-hour concert in a public high school in southern Oklahoma. I pray that God will greatly use us in this marketplace platform He has given us to boldly proclaim the gospel.
I think of my blessed Redeemer, I think of Him all the day long;
I sing, for I cannot be silent; His love is the theme of my song.
- Fanny J. Crosby
Thank God for the Singing Churchmen of Oklahoma. Truly, His love is the theme of their song.
Gordon Cloud Feb 22 2006 - 8:36 pm
It is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of a group like this. The fellowship and worship is something that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
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James Hunt Feb 23 2006 - 7:28 pm
I’m a worshipper who sings as well. Have been involved in various forms of worship leadership for years. I think of worship leaders as cheerleaders pointing people to the glories of Christ..of pointing to Him through song and trying to encourage people to cry out, “yeah, God!”
James
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Wes Kenney Feb 23 2006 - 7:45 pm
Sounds like you should be in the Churchmen, too…
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James Hunt Feb 27 2006 - 12:49 pm
Sure, can I wear my jeans and boots?
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