In his chapter God, My Heart, and Music in the book Worldliness: Resisting the Seduction of a Fallen World, Bob Kauflin writes,
Actually, it seems that God likes music of all kinds. No one style can sufficiently capture his glory or even begin to reflect the vastness of his wisdom, creativity, beauty, and order. That doesn't mean some kinds of music aren't more complex or beautiful than others. It just means no single genre of music is better than the rest in every way.
I have been studying Romans 14 a lot lately. In this thread, I am interested in intensively exegetical and theological discussion about what Romans 14 teaches about foods, days, and worship music.
Paul begins his teaching by saying the following:
Romans 14:1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. 2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs.
In this article, Scott Aniol argues that many misuse music in worship:
I just noticed this confererence on Facebook and wanted to link to it if anyone is interested on going.
Event Details
Join us for this meeting of conservative Christian friends for fellowship and to discuss how the substance of conservative Christianity affects our beliefs, our devotion, and our ministry to others.
Speakers include
Religious Affections Ministries released something called “A Conservative Christian Declaration” yesterday, and I was curious to get feedback on it. I read portions of it last night, and (as seems to be usual with RAM) agree with portions of it and scratch my head at other sections.
Has anyone else read it (link) and have comments?
Here’s some of the introductory comments:
Poll Results
How often does the church you attend sing a traditional hymn or vintage gospel song during services?
Poll Results
Do you typically sing out of a hymnal during your Sunday morning service/meeting? (If more than one service, please average)
Yes, exclusively or almost exclusively Votes: 11
Somewhat but not exclusively or in combinations with projections or song sheets Votes: 8
Not mostly, but sometimes (we have them in our pews/seats) Votes: 0
Never or rarely Votes: 10
Other Votes: 0
Poll Results
Does your church ever use “non-live” musical accompaniment for congregational singing?
Yes, regularly, and we prefer it. Votes: 0
Yes, regularly, but we would prefer live music. Votes: 1
Yes, on occasion or rarely, but not typically Votes: 3
No, but we are open to the idea if the need arises Votes: 4
No, we would sing a capella before we would use digital or recorded music Votes: 8
Other Votes: 0
