Timbrels

You either hate them or you love them - They are a thing that have bought many blessings to people within the Army and outside of the Army. They have been the basis for many fond memories for those outside of the Army and generally a memory that people within the Army would like to forget.

So what is it about Timbrels? Personally, I LOVE worshipping God through the playing of my Timbrel. I was having a discussion the other day with someone who said that Timbrels were 'Old, outdated and irrelevant' For some of you, you probably agree. Me on the other hand, have a different view of them. Perhaps a Timbrel Brigade playing out the front of a worship service is not relevant, However, In my opinion - I believe that If I want to stand/sit in the congregation and play my timbrel in worship, then It is a way of personal worship, within a corporate setting and that, is never outdated. Personal worship can never be outdate, and people cannot judge on how 'Spiritual' or not you are simply because you play a timbrel!

Timbrels attract people - they are noisy! It's all about the attitude. If people play them to glorify God - It's an act of worship and it's relevant. However if it's for the glory of ones self, it then BECOMES outdated, old and irrelevant. We used Timbrels last year at a big street festival/march - It was incredible! People heard, and they looked and saw the love of Jesus with all those marching. God was glorified through this event!

If you have the right attitude, then go for it...If not, then I think it's time to store the Timbrel in the cupboard!

God of all eternity - May you challenge us to always have the right attitude when we worship you. Whatever we use to worship - may it be for your glory!