Tag Archives: Music

Seeing the handwriting on the wall.

Posted on January 29, 2012 by

Two years ago I published a post about a CCM entertainer’s comments that he gave to a Roman Catholic organization in which the entertainer, David Crowder, admitted: “Much of the Catholic traditions and writings have been influential in my formation … Continue reading →

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Worship Songs Compared.

Posted on June 20, 2011 by

DefCon touches on the issue of music and the Church from time to time; thanks to a recent article from The Watchman’s Bagpipes, this is one of those times. Yesterday in church we sang some contemporary “worship” songs at the … Continue reading →

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A refreshing perspective from a Christian musician that gets it!

Posted on February 22, 2011 by

Of the many Christian artists in the world, there are some that actually understand their calling: By the 2005 release of his third CD “White Flag,” based on his study and teaching of the Beatitudes, Shaun was questioning what his … Continue reading →

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Jesus, thank you.

Posted on January 20, 2011 by
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Quotes (843)

Posted on January 4, 2011 by

I blush today to think about the religious fodder that is now being handed out to children. There was a day when they sat around as the fire crackled in the hearth and listened to a serious but kindly old … Continue reading →

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An attendee reports on the Cornerstone “Christian” music festival.

Posted on July 25, 2010 by

When you think of a summer-time Christian music festivals, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Well, if you said zombies, you hit the nail on the head (sadly). For those of you who would have never guessed zombies, … Continue reading →

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It’s about the beat

Posted on June 18, 2010 by

The debate over music, what’s acceptable and what isn’t in God’s eyes, will continue until Christ returns. I found this very interesting piece at latter days and decided to post it here. I’ve also included another link from the same … Continue reading →

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David Crowder’s crowded theology.

Posted on February 28, 2010 by

The latest pockmark to appear on the already scarred face of CCM comes from one of evangelicalism’s favorite “worship leaders,” David Crowder of the David Crowder Band. Crowder, who is the author of the contemplative-promoting book, Praise Habit (referring to … Continue reading →

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Elton John’s “Jesus” was a gay man.

Posted on February 18, 2010 by

The Sun is reporting yet another big name entertainer who has gotten too big for his britches. Openly homosexual musician Elton John claims that: “I think Jesus was a compassionate, super-intelligent gay man who understood human problems.” Of course he … Continue reading →

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Sacred or secular?

Posted on January 21, 2010 by

Can you identify which of the following three lyric excerpts come from Christian musical artists and which are from secular musical artists? I admit it won’t be easy, but differentiating between Christian lyrics and worldly lyrics shouldn’t be that difficult, … Continue reading →

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A Rebuke from Russia

Posted on December 26, 2009 by

Over ten years ago, persecuted Christians in Russia sent an urgent plea to the churches of America to stop sending their demonic rock music under the ruse that it is supposedly Christian.  It addition to this plea, they also issued a sharp … Continue reading →

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O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

Posted on December 4, 2009 by

I suppose I’ll be the first to start this season’s music off with my all-time favorite Christmas song. This is a beautiful rendition by Christina Sonnemann. O come, O come, Emmanuel And ransom captive Israel That mourns in lonely exile … Continue reading →

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Listen To Your Heart?

Posted on August 25, 2009 by

I’ve often heard people say that they’re not worried about their sins; they just do what their hearts tell them to do. I’ve even heard burly bikers say sappy stuff about their pure hearts. Where do people get that, and … Continue reading →

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Quotes (535)

Posted on May 26, 2009 by

In the ordinance of singing, we must not make noise, but music; and the heart must make melody to the Lord. Augustine complained of some in his time, that “they minded more the tune than the truth; more the manner … Continue reading →

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He’s alive!

Posted on April 11, 2009 by
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Music lyrics quiz: Christian or secular?

Posted on March 30, 2009 by

Are you ready to take a fun little quiz to see if Christian music is distinguishable from the music of the world? Let’s see if you can tell the difference between the lyrics of songs performed by Christian musicians and … Continue reading →

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The Almost-Christian.

Posted on January 31, 2009 by
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Guitar Praise: Another attempt at mimicking the fleeting fads of the world.

Posted on January 8, 2009 by

Only in an environment of prolonged comfort, safety, security, and prosperity could this be possible. I wonder if our Christian brothers and sisters being tortured in prisons around the world are secretly coveting this latest installment from the Den of … Continue reading →

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Asleep in the light.

Posted on December 28, 2008 by
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Angels we have heard on high!

Posted on December 20, 2008 by

A beautiful rendition.

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High Desert “church” proving once again that nothing is sacred in American Christianity.

Posted on December 13, 2008 by

I found the following video over at Slice of Laodicea. For those who remember High Desert from my previous post Christianity: It’s All About the Music?, you’ll see that it’s still “church” as usual. I cannot add any more to … Continue reading →

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News from across the pond.

Posted on December 10, 2008 by

Just two news stories from Britain that I thought you’d be interested in. Sony confirms that Muslims can expect better treatment than Christians. Because one group will kill you and the other won’t. Happy-clappy songs are judged to have ruined … Continue reading →

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1 Sabbath, 3 wolves in sheep’s clothing, and 4 golden calves.

Posted on December 7, 2008 by

I was not entirely surprised to see Tony Campolo, Brian McLaren, and Rick Warren in support of a ecumenical movement but I was a little surprised to see such CCM golden calves as Natalia Grant, Michael W. Smith, Switchfoot’s lead … Continue reading →

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A brief look at Contemporary Christian Music.

Posted on November 25, 2008 by

This is a great two-part piece examining contemporary Christian music. I also recommend the post Christianity: It’s All About The Music? HT: Berean Wife

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Yet another church, and yet another Beatles service.

Posted on October 16, 2008 by

Apparently Trish from Fish With Trish isn’t immune to these Laodicean mailings. I think Keystone Church is running behind the “relevance caboose” as they’re a little behind the times. The whole Beatles thing was like so five minute ago. I … Continue reading →

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The White Horse Inn: “What Does It Mean To Worship?”

Posted on October 2, 2008 by

This episode of the White Horse Inn is a perfect cap for the Desert Pastor’s series on music in worship (see part one of his ten-part series here). This podcast, What Does it Mean to Worship, deals with the purpose … Continue reading →

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Mighty to Save.

Posted on September 7, 2008 by

A beautiful song of encouragement by Laura Story for you this Lord’s day.

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Christianity: It’s all about music?

Posted on August 13, 2008 by

In light of all the discussion surrounding music, I thought this piece by Columnist Ben Ratliff of the New York Times on High Desert Church in Victorville, California is apropos. If I didn’t know any better after reading his whole … Continue reading →

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Strange fire.

Posted on July 25, 2008 by

I am sure some of the people in the following two videos sincerely believe that they are participating in a form of “worship” that is acceptable to God. I grieve for them, especially the young, because I was there not … Continue reading →

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Another sad example of pragmatic church marketing.

Posted on July 15, 2008 by

For those who read my previous post on horrendous church ads and billboards (found here), I have one more to add. Behold the following sign which declares this church “Ichabod!” So my question is this: What is the context of … Continue reading →

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