More Than Troubled

(Pro 25:20 KJV)  As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to an heavy heart.

As I pointed out a few years ago the English word “heavy" (troubled NASB) (7451a) means “evil”.  That is the correct translation and a correct translation helps us understand what is going on here.  At first this seems confusing.  We have been told that we can use music to calm a person down.  I know that singing to an upset baby can help to settle them down and bring on sleep.  That is not what this is talking about.

Music is not a cure for evil.  In itself music as a genre is neutral but can be used for good or evil.  It can manipulate or be an expression.  It is only temporary.  If a person is dealing with evil in their hearts they may calm down with the right music but what they really need is the grace of God to work in their hearts.

So?  Don’t write off music but realize that the issues of life are deeper than a simple fix.