The Balm of Gilead

If you're like me, you have only a vague understanding of what the "Balm of Gilead" refers to. Here's what the Bible Dictionary says:

An aromatic gum or spice used for healing wounds (Gen. 43:11; Jer. 8:22; 46:11; 51:8). A bush producing the resin from which the balm was made grew so plentifully in Gilead in Old Testament times that the balm came to be known as the “balm of Gilead” and was exported to Tyre and Egypt (Gen. 37:25; Ezek. 27:17).

The prophet Jeremiah asks:   "Is there no ^abalm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?"

The balm of Gilead is symbolic of the healing power of the atonement of Jesus Christ, the Great Physician. Through the atonement we can be healed from all sickness and afflictions, particularly those of a spiritual nature.

15 Reasons You Need to Sing Every Day

1. Singing releases endorphins, which make you feel instantly happier.

2. And when you sing you also release oxytocin, which is a natural stress reliever and is found to alleviate feelings of depression and loneliness.

3. You'll also sleep better, as a result of being less stressed

4. Tests have shown that singing improves heart rate visibility, which reduces the risk of heart disease.

5. And, when singing with someone else, your heart rates can even sync together.

6. Your posture will get straighter and you'll gradually look more confident.

7. And your feelings of safety and confidence increase when singing in a group.

8. It's actually a good workout. You'll work out your lungs, improve your circulation, and tone your abdominal and intercostal muscles.

9. Singing has also been proven to boost your immune system.

10. Even if you're already sick, just hum a little number and you'll open up your sinuses and respiratory tubes.

11. It's really good for your brain and will enhance your mental awareness, concentration, and memory.

12. You'll develop healthier breathing patterns, which can help cope with various lung diseases.

13. It's been used as an all-natural way to help treat dementia, lung cancer, depression, and chronic pain.

14. You'll probably live longer, in general.

15. So raise your voice, because the benefits are endless.

Welcome to Spring Season and Song List

Welcome back, singers!

It was great to see you all and sing together again. I have missed it!

Remember there is no rehearsal this Thursday, the 6th, due to Cory's 29th birthday. So, we will resume rehearsals on Thursday, the 13th. Cory will be sending us an email about how much the music will cost. Please bring money for your music on the 13th.

Here's a complete list of the songs we're singing this season, in alphabetical order:

• Elijah Rock
• Go, Tell It on the Mountain Pulled 04/03/14
• Gospel Magnificat  - Pulled 03/27/14
• Heaven Bound
• I'm Gonna Sing and Shout!
• In That Great Gettin' Up Mornin' - Pulled 03/27/14
• Joshua Fit de Battle of Jerico
• Lead Me Home
• Listen to the Lamb
• Places Deeper in My Heart
• Plenty-A-Music
• Precious Lord, Take My Hand
• Soon I will Be Done
• Sing and Shout Together, Children
• That Old-Time Need of Prayer
• There is a Balm in Gilead
• Until I Found The Lord