Study note

Ephesians 5:19–20

  • with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs: Lives filled with the Holy Spirit will show themselves through singing and making music (Colossians 3:16–17). Joyful praise, worship, and giving thanks are good responses to God's saving grace.

  • Speak to one another: Singing together strengthens the body of Christ.

  • The Lord hears the music in our hearts. The Lord knows and values our sincere worship, even when it is not expressed out loud but comes from deep inside us.

  • In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: Jesus Christ is our mediator and representative as we approach God (compare John 14:13–14; 16:23–27; Revelation 22:4).