Maverick Philosopher Footnotes to Plato from the foothills of the Superstition Mountains Motto: Study everything, join nothing. Guilt by association is so easy to prove, but you reject it and are complicit with it. A singer or songwriter has no more right to lie in lyrics than a preacher has to preach a lie in the pulpit. I love this song! to it gives me good feelings and I feel so good type posts. No more division, lets go to the Word and let it speak for itself. (That do unto others BS.) That doesnt make it right though. Enjoy! Christ is Mine Forevermore Bb. No doubt many if not all will agree with CGF, as he talked about waves of love and the rest of the nonsense he spouted, after they have made their decision for Christ but none of these sincere and well-meaning folks are ever saved by a decision they have madeNOT ONE. Maverick still feels guilty for Goose dying. But what are your opinions on the likes of Casting Crowns, Building 429, and Tenth Avenue North? We are to be approaching sinners with the Gospel, not attacking them with it. Not relevant without CCM?! It belongs to God and it should never be how we feel. is enmity against God:..it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. Let every one of you speak Truth with his neighbor, for we are all members of one another. (Eph.4:25). Not half as interesting as the comments. So yes, it matters what these people promote to be true. Its a duty. Those singing that song do so on the basis of Matt.18:15-19. It is ALWAYS a tell when one comes to the defense of other men at the expense of the Gospel, which is exactly what you are doing, Greg. What's sad is that some of the most popular music groups out there have some of the most terrible theologies. In a Christian music scene dominated by "skinny jeans and Chelsea boots" and still largely "void of brown people", it's thanks to Bowe and his Maverick crew that a new generation of worshipers is finally being exposed to cross-genre sounds and songs. Music (582) Mysterianism (16) Mysticism (54) Nagel, Thomas (27) Nationalism (3) Naturalism (42) Negative Theology (1) Negativity (10) Nelson, Leonard (1) New Testament (34) Nietzsche (59) Nihilism (11) If they were right, they would be able to convince Christians without condemning them and calling them names. Lets work on all the unsaved ones and somehow getting the church like-minded again so we can move this Word like the apostles got it over the world in 2 years. Youre still lazy, Greg. Brian Houston is an outstanding man of God, I listen to him regularly, and I have been taught at a very conservative Christian school and studied the Scriptures since I was 8. Whether out there in the world, face to face in our relationships with others, and most certainly, JUDGING those things within the context of the Christian community and the churches is a Biblical imperative. So Church DONT YOU DARE back off or back down from that high and holy calling. (And since I preach from one of those pulpits every Sunday, I get to say that). Jesus Culture happens to be under Bill Johnson, a Hyper-Charismatic who denies Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone) and stated that Jesus ceased to be God on the cross. leave a church over the music but I guess its alright not to come unless theres contemporary music. The Story Behind "God, Turn It Around" by Jon Reddick. Wisdom is found in the uncompromised doctrines!!! They were told its wrong to I simply said that if accusations are to be leveled against them, those accusations need to be substantiated. You don't need to be a musical savant or a scholar of theology to understand and follow along with the songs in "Tribl I . PK (and a lot of others), sought to support that lyric by saying it was expressive of the middle wall of partition in Eph.2:14 . What I struggle with is the money involved. To appease them with a watered down Gospel and musical accompaniments to match would make us peddlers of heresy. If I am wrong please tell me why. See how much they rake in every year from copyrights and usage from their music. Some may be militant and malicious. Jesus said Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Doctrine has the purpose of purifying, not enslaving; of directing and sorting, of not allowing distortions to demonize the righteous and elevate the wicked. But you can reach me at pastorgreg55@gmai.com. Anyone who goes too far and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God; the one who abides in the teaching, he has both the Father and the Son. Thank you for setting me straight. That is the only reason He created us. No societal breakdown, no war on traditional marriage. The word is what washes us, not our emotions, not Christian music. Did not Jesus make friends of tax collectors, adulterers and prostitutes? Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. Since when did you become the Holy Spirit, able to judge my motives? And with whatever measure you measure, it shall be measured to you again, (Matt.7:1 & 2). Maverick City Music, Vol. I believe that music that makes you feel something for God is amazing. Eschatology (End Times) Why argue and tear down other believers for their music? What he said will be said leaning towards the point he wanted to make, using the same hermeneutic (Way of reading the Bible) he usually uses, and showing the same errors common in his theology. Official Music Video for "Fear is Not My Future" featuring Brandon Lake & Chandler Moore.Fear is Not My Future was written by Brandon Lake, Jonathan Jay, Han. So finally weve arrived at the juxtaposed truths of being called to judge without being condemnatory or falling into judgmental-ISM. Making Righteous judgments is an activity, not a mentality. I would say yes. With that being said, I believe John Newton proclaimed the true gospel, correct me if I am wrong. 2 John 1:9-11 must be our guide when we choose who we listen to and follow. 3: Pt. I can assure you that the Internet is not full of facts and if you think that everything that you read there is correct then you are more foolish than I first thought. In 2019, Hillsong paid Gray $14,178 (AUD). Btw If you blog (or podcast), I would love to follow you. First, that is not the context of Matt.18. See also verse 14, same chapter. Zoe Church / Chad and Julia Veach. ..they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh..; the carnal mind If they lack anything it would be that they could be more pointed, uncovering the real problem with CCM: most of the players are admittedly lost, in it only for the money, with 50% or more being gay (this dirty little secret is well hidden from public view). So all I can do as a believer and follower of Christ is obey His word. Progressive (Social Justice) Christianity Brian Houstons writings reflect his theology. Many celebrities are a part of this denomination. So if its unloving, false, hateful, ignorant, evil, cruel, God has the correct attitude, power, authority, judgement to be taken. Dante Bowe & Maverick City Music) - God Really Loves Us Bethel Music (Feat. So these songs became the mantra of a movement that called all denominations together regardless of the breaches over doctrinal imperatives. By LZ Granderson Columnist. Jesus was not putting a moratorium on judging. But He also wanted it to be clear that if they repented and placed their trust in Him while their was still breath in their lungs, they could be forgiven and saved. It is the definition of the problem. Bethel Church in Redding, CA is another megachurch that has benefited from this. reject sound doctrine and hold heretical ones cannot please God with their music, whatever the words. Paul McClure) - Reign Above It All Chris Tomlin & Bethel Music . 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. Sadly, some people who profess Christ really dont care about the words that go from their lips to Gods ears. Motto: Study everything, join nothing. 4.8 out of 5 stars 61. They reminded me of Gods love and how i am never going to be alone. You did a bait and switch argument. In your use of the term in criticizing Ukulelemikes point, you also made a ridiculous and gross assumption that he would consider Handels Messiah worldly. Knowing that all expressions of sin drive both individuals and society at large further away from God, the danger that that God and the Gospel will be ambiguously defined and that millions will remain objects of His wrath (Jn.3:18; 16:8) is real. Conservatives Lost the Culture War and the Trump Agenda is the Only Path Forward. We must put away (divorce ourselves from) these senseless argumentations. api-3718318. Unfortunately there are no concert dates for Maverick City Music scheduled in 2023. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. Many of our Christian worship leaders / song writers live like footballers and their wags in the millionaire houses. Secondly, while I agree that a footnote on the percentage of CCM artist who are gay might have been helpful, the contextual aura of the statement (if youll pardon my use of the term), is probably more inclined to mean 50% of those in CCM are pro-gay advocates > meaning (to varying degrees of course), that they have no problem accepting that gays can be Christians too; that they should have a right to be married and all the rest. Approach each person redemptively, with the goal of reaching them for Christnot just telling them how dark and evil their dark evil is. Songkick is the first to know of new tour announcements and concert information, so if your favorite artists are not currently on tour, join . at his revivals were no where to be found in a church just a few months after Sin, in whatever form, needs to be confronted. But where your treasure lies you will find the heart. Brain Houston preaches outright that Christians and Muslims worship the same God. What is sad is the theology that Hillsong, Bethel, and Elevation Church have is revealed in their music. But there are sharks in those waters. Of all the ARC pastors invited to Hillsong, Gray seems to have commanded the largest honorarium. And thus, the mantra coined was, Doctrine Divides! and those that tenaciously hold to its dogma are divisive and should be dismissed from these conversations. This will always be the result of the altar call that originated with CGF along with the sinners prayer not matter how it is modified, improved, enhanced, or made acceptable to those who are being deceived by it ON PURPOSE by those who inflict it upon you. Have pity on them, not in an holier than thou tone or disposition of heart. For the most hateful act anyone can commit against another human being is to know the Truth that will set them free, save them from eternal separation from God, and speak it not. The goal of God is always redemptive. 2Tim. A pastor is reading Alistair Beggs book, Preaching for Gods Glory. But sinners drowning in sin must be confronted in the manner Jesus confronted the woman at the well of Samaria. It is the Home Church of the band Jesus Culture, and the spearhead of what is called the New Apostolic Reformation, which is a cultic movement. My emotions can come and go, but my faith stands on the solid rock of Jesus Christ. Second - and this is no fault of yours. They fulfill Ezekiel 4:12, And thou shalt eat it as barley cakes, and thou shalt bake it with dung that cometh out of man, in their sight. (Eze 4:12). The worst part is people are spending more time taking the music and using this as a foundation over Scripture. Dosentm God want us to praise him and empty our hearts. He must needs go through Samaria is the Holy Spirits commentary on His journey that implies all of that (see Jn.4:4; 14:10-12, 16, 26, & 31; 15:26, 27. The balance of prohibitions against judging, (when the whole counsel of God is observed and obeyed), is to confront lovingly without taking assumed position that WE are THE Judge of the living and the dead. I do not ascribe to CCM or the Christian rock music at all. Where people who are serving the poor struggle to get buy each day. This is how Gods Truth makes the wisdom of this world foolishness. (1Cor.1:18-2;8). They no longer exemplify the attributes of God, they just write and sing how they feel about God. With all that understood, attacking the issue of homosexuality being mainstreamed in the cult of culture, our public schools and institutions is one thing. I urge you to watch them anyway. So bathe your mind and heart in truth and within a months time, you will have memorized 10 chapters of scripture and enjoyed safe pasture in hard times and wonderful food in the presence of your enemies. Rejoice! All rights reserved. Homosexual Agenda We are to be direct and firm, but we are to use discretion that mimics the Holy Spirits fruit (Gal.5:22). Concerning Charles Finney http://defendingcontending.com/2009/01/25/exposing-an-old-heretic-charles-g-finney/, A well written article full of sincere warnings and Christlike refutation first of all. . If anyone comes to you and does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your house, and do not give him a greeting; for the one who gives him a greeting participates in his evil deeds. 2 John 1:10. Hillsong's music still reflects their theology, and it is still endorsing a group that preaches the Word of Faith heresy and false Prosperity Gospel. Where it gets iffy is that Hillsong, Bethel, and Jesus Culture is they preach false gospels and proclaim heresies from the pulpit. Jehovahs Witnesses How many of those churches repent and convert? For those who put faith in the prayer they prayed the question is: how long did it last? Maybe ukuleles, mike? I would even dare church leaders to stand up on the pulpit one day without the worship team and tell them to begin worship. So discerning truth from error and making judgment calls on the issues of our times (1Chron.12:23), isnt an option for believers. All is one (monism) is the principle belief of Universalism.Mysticism appeals to our emotions at the expense of Truth. After all, God hates his children and wants us to live like slaves to Him. Just fulfill the duty to assemble with the brethren. Be careful supporting the good of the wayward damnable shepherds!!!! Today, Christian America so-called, has gone to seed on a false unity for unitys sake. on earth-1John 1:6-10) The whole counsel of God must be sought and searched out diligently for holy wisdom to dawn in our hearts (read Acts 20:27-32; 17:11; 2Tim.2:15; 2Pet.1:19). Mormonism MP3 Music. When hes done reading, he picks up Brian Houstons You Need More Money from the heresy shelf, in which the same point is made (This is a hypothetical). For a church to sing in worship a song by Hillsong or Bethel does not in anyway support that churchs beliefs unless the words themselves are heretical. It was released by Tribl Records as the opening track on their collaborative extended play, Move Your Heart, on January 29, 2021. Well in the tens to hundreds of MILLIONS of dollars. As grandma used to say, Dont cut off your nose to spite your face. Jesus never back down from calling sin, sin. But when He did, sinners were drawn to Him and converted; not condemned and pushed away. In many cases theres no difference from the focus the world has and that of the church, as has been noted. 2. by Maverick City Music. ?? Many just stand around, take a sip from their lattes and enjoy the show. the concept of revival exists since Edwards day. The simple answer to that nonsense is found in Matt. Calling all Kingdom artists, Kings, and Queens for this one! If anyone has a problem, Id say its those who go on and on in their many mean spirited false accusations. And when the saved find more in common on critical moral issues with the lost than they do with the Lord, the saved and spiritually-minded, they forfeit, knowingly or unknowingly, the influence and power of the Spirit they grieve (Eph.4:30; 1Thess.5:19). If any of these artists are guilty of heresy then please cite specific examples in their lyrics, writings or pronouncements. V. 43 begins with the unclean spirit leaving a man, promoted by the decision just made. The blog post below addresses the astonishing lack of discernment among self-professed Christians when it comes to contemporary Christian music (CCM). Where the Roman Catholics get it wrong is that they have the Pope, which is no where prescribed in scripture. 4:2 (how could Timothy rebuke anyone without first making a judgment as to what is right and what is wrong?). He knows very well the heresies found in these popular songs, but rather than face them and call them what they arefoul blasphemies-he chooses to makes excuses and shift the blame away from the songs, the performers, and the listeners, and the buyers of the CDs. Well isnt that an intelligent response. According to Jn.16:14, the only way we can glorify the Father is to receive the things of Jesus and show them to the world. There is no room for sheepish disciples in that calling. Unfortunately, for the love of money the church is now become a place of evil entertainment, where are performed the worst styles of music, preached a hyper-grace false gospel, the OSAS lie, and the pre-tribulation rapture fablebecause the majority of people like to hear this garbage, and by pleasing the majority of people (instead of pleasing God), they get more money. Man is NOT separate from God due to his sin. Jesus said to stop sinning before something worse happens to you. Regarding a heretical church doing good things is not something to praise, for by the good things social gospel many will be compelled to hear their gospel for that is the reason to feed the poor. Dont expect anyone to read your mind. And Im so happy that you are smart enough to know that you cant preach salvation, and still believe all that other crap in the bible. We dare not faint in this ministry entrusted to every member of the Body of Christ (4:1). Thank you, Lord, for the wonders of your word, that instruct and correct, rebuke and refine us that will make a difference in how we walk today. 3) the Blood of Christ was superfluous (unnecessary) to him (Heb. Jesus said they would come and deceive many (Matt.24:5c). Worship songs typically don't have a very long lifespan, but a few favorites like "How Great Is Our God" and "In Christ Alone" make it to the CCLI top 100 and stay there. What does worship have to do with us? The fruit of CGFs revivals and altar calls is seen in the fact that there was no lasting effect in the people that pretended to salvation. Mans reasoning and compromising and our current explosion of apostasy go hand-in-hand because Satan desires not the things that be of God but those that be of man. Hes behind it. Theres that D word again, just like Jesus was arguing in John 7:24. Those people are wanted. We all are. [Rom. Peter teaches that our apologetic is to give a [rational] reason for the hope that lives within us but to do so, with gentleness and fear. There should be a compassionate tenderness evident in our confrontations. Id like to add entertainment to that list. reasons for accepting it that were promoted to us. Films about Jesus continued in the same theme of he so called looks, it appalling I dont attend either of these churches and I dont agree with prosperity teaching however I also dont agree with the holier than thou attitude taken by those that are Pharisee like in their condemnation of these churches. In the main these churches are filled with people who love God and to me that is what is most important. As someone who has consistently met with brothers and sisters from all kinds of backgrounds, charismatic, non-charismatic, baptist, methodist, lutheran, house church in europe and US and china.AMEN to you Scott! If we dont love God (which is an emotion) that means we arent going to heaven. 8:5-8] Those who Yoga. Sadly, Christian music is merely reflection of what is taught from the pulpit week in and week out. Maverick City Music (Feat. Dominionism (NAR) [Verse 1: Chandler Moore] If the altar's where You meet us Take me there, take me there If what You need is just an offering It's right here, my life is here And I'll be a living sacrifice for You. You did no such thing, Scott. Fight, fight, fight, call each other names, impune everyones motives, and you win what? Contemplative Prayer 7:21-23. Jesus LOVED the most wicked around Him, because He knew that they were the product of the Fall of mankind from Eden forward. Some of the videos are disturbing to watch. 2. Christ is all in all! A redefined measure of love was supposed to be both the muscle and the missile that knocked the walls down. And when we incorporate that music into the worship of the church, we become complicit in their sin. We have lost the art of worship, the spirit of prayer, the fear of God, and true discernment. No surprise on either front. How do I know that? Jesus will have some strong words for you at the judgment seat. Whats sad is that some of the most popular music groups out there have some of the most terrible theologies. 9) his version of revival was heavy on experiences accredited to the Holy Spirit Futurism/Transhumanism The proverb is true which says that a little leaven leavens the whole mass of dough. It would be as if you had Brian Houston come in and write your worship music for you. So dont approach with an attitude of arrogance and attack in a spirit of condemnation. Many are coming, speaking, preaching and singing in Jesus name, things completely out of character with His name. The group's most recent release, Maverick City, Vol. Watch the video by Wretched Radio Drunk in the Spirit. Hillsongs music still reflects their theology, and it is still endorsing a group that preaches the Word of Faith heresy and false Prosperity Gospel. How can the Body of Christ be silent or indulgentand still sleep at night? Now profiting from the gispel i cannot see anywhere in the bible, unless someone can show me. Seems entertainment has taken front row in the congregations. Today, we have different instruments and genres, but that doesnt automatically make the music unbiblical. Can you describe what biblical music is? Maverick City Music (Feat. But after reading through much of this sparing match, I felt moved of God to offer what I trust will be some Biblical wisdom. He died and rose again for them all. 16: 17 & 18 make no room for cozying up to unbelievers and fake Christians. But Jesus didnt die to make good men better or to remove the longing for Heaven the evils of this world force to hunger for. Do we really trust these people to write our worship music? John Newton, to my recollection didnt preach a false gospel or teach the Word of Faith Heresy. These people wrote these songs to idols, so why would we repeat them? You are misquoting scripture and not taking in the whole doctrine. I can find that anywhere. All matters of life are to be determined by Gods word as directed by the Holy Spirit, anyone, any words that violate Gods word are to be judged and appropriate action, that His word says is to be taken. New Age The concept of affording them a measure of poetic license in their work stops at whatever point the metaphors in play start to drift from Scripture. No. On the basis of those two criteria, spiritual access to even the deep things of God (1Cor.2:10), is given via Scripture and the reign of the Holy Spirit at work in our lives.
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