You know.... here’s a thought. Most of us here have jobs that are secular. We work for all sorts of people and we go about our jobs trying to live a life that “shows Jesus” to a lost world. We try to live lives of of obedience. But we do things that are secular. So we have a singer, songwritter, musician or whatever. If they use their skill set for anything except Christian songs we decide that fame means more to them then following God’s word. Some of us need to read the part about the plank in our own eye.
Oh dear Lord…you just left a mark on half of FR…….
“If they use their skill set for anything except Christian songs we decide that fame means more to them then following God’s word. Some of us need to read the part about the plank in our own eye.”
I love the hymn “At the Cross” especially done my way, hillbilly style. BUT, “And now I am happy all the day.” is not particularly scripture supported. That bothers me. I mention this because it is not just a current problem.
When folks us their skill set to create Christian songs, hymns or poetry for the “Christian” market, they should make every effort to check the lyrics against scripture. Or they might just want to not be included in the “Christian music” genre.
The article is spot on about twisting Christianity into something it is not. There is toxic misinformation, or indoctrination going on there, whether it be unintentional or deliberate.
Sorry I didn't answer you yesterday, I was with my secular friends. FR is a place where we can openly discuss our concerns of the world and even learn things. I'm happy you show Jesus to the lost and live a life pleasing to God. I do too.
I don't have a problem with Christian singers singing secular songs. Now if they sang songs like many of today's songs that glorify violence, sex,......sins, then I would have a problem. My problem with Taylor swift and Amy grant is that they both had to publicly announce they think same sex marriage is ok. They are both suppose to be Christians and they know their statement will make big news. What they did was like a slap in the face to obedient Christians.
Who do you think Taylor swifts is trying to target when she sings, Jesus is my boyfriend? I don't know where Amy grants head is except I'm sure its hard to win lots of Dove awards and then feel forgotten among the crowd of singers.
We are to show love to all the lost, but also stand up to evil. Just so you know, I don't talk to my secular friends about their or others sins unless they ask. I do point them to the cross. I love christian music; Casting crowns, Mercy me... Old hymns, as well as some secular music.
I am in the middle of a discussion now with two boys 13 and 16 years old who I love very much, on God laws and why one of them thinks it would be a nice thing to let two men marry. Thank God they have heard the truth of the gospel throughout their lives, but have also heard feel good messages about ssm and see tv portraying all gays as only wonderful people. Young people tend to want to be like their friends and be accepted. So these famous people HAD to come out and tell their followers how this sin is ok. Since they both claim to be Christians, they deserve a rebuke, just like 1Tim says. My rebuke is not buying their music and letting other believers know they've become part of the world. Wonder how many Christians follow people, even while they are leading others to accept sin?