Make a Joyful Noise: How Christianity Has Shaped Culture Through Music
As a pastor who weekly participates in worship, I’m often struck by the sheer power of music to inspire awe, evoke emotion, and penetrate the soul. No wonder the average person now spends approximately twenty hours a week listening to music. It’s no surprise that researchers have discovered that music boosts a person’s mood, combats certain forms of mental illness, and protects against dementia and cognitive decline.
