Talking about the local church, better uses of your time than Facebook, and a sermon.

The title explains it! If you're up for a talk about the gospel, listen in!

Anna Beth, Silas, Kaylee, and I invite you to a real-life reading of Luke 2. Luke 2 reveals Christ coming into the world and we want you to join us as we read this account together. It is also very real-life and you will hear the natural sounds of us all. As in any family Scripture reading with little ones, there were bloopers...…

Music is a wonderfully created gift from God. He formed our ears and our ability to hear sound. He allowed our minds to have conscious thoughts, and gave us the ability to communicate with our voices. When we're speaking with each other, we know that our conversations mean something. When we sing with one another, we communicate an agreed upon trut…

Jesus, unsurprisingly, is clear about worship needing to be in spirit and truth. It's obviously a necessity and something that shouldn't be taken lightly. We can't worship with just any lyrics, only true ones.

Christians seem to have different stances when it comes to this question. The question is asked in these kinds of forms: Should Christians listen to rock music? Should Christians listen to hip-hop music? Should Christians create Christian rock music? Should Christians create Christian hip-hop music? Should Christians avoid [insert genre here] genre…

Addressing an argument that seems to be more and more common.

1 Your way, not mine, O Lord, however dark it be; lead me by Your own hand, choose out the path for me. 2 Smooth let it be or rough, it will be still the best; winding or straight, it leads right onward to Your rest. 3 I dare not choose my lot; I would not if I might: Oh, choose for me, my God, so I will walk aright. 4 The kingdom that I seek is Yo…

"I guess you think only perfect people can make worship music." "Do not judge." "There are plenty of hymns with bad theology." "If you're worried about funding certain ministries, I guess you can't shop anywhere that's not Christian either." The episode references the following article: https://www.soundinworship.com/straw…

After a week like this, it was time to simply respond with the Word of God. I read objections and Scripture that addresses them.

This week we take a look at an article that reveals the battle many churches place between the worship music and the sermon. You can find the article mentioned at: https://www.soundinworship.com/explain

We talk about 2 awesome new Worship Music playlists that will update frequently. Top Worship Songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4kblYsXU5D7jzs22MTpBfw?si=da809a8788934371 New Worship Songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7phUt0cnVAc73sgvu8R4QA?si=545082c7ba5a47e4

In this episode, we use a chapter of R Kent Hughes' book, "Disciplines of a Godly Man" to talk about the discipline of worship.

In this episode, 2 articles are discussed. One is on prophetic worship from word faith leaders, and the other is an amazing discovery from the late 1700s that you have to see/hear to believe. You may not even believe it, but you should check it out. Articles referenced: https://www.worshipcoach.com/prophetic-worship-bundle https://www.soundinworshi…

This episode talks about the goals of Sound in Worship, how you are a huge part, the resources at Sound in Worship, and other topics.

A full review of "Might Get Loud" by Elevation, and talking about careless words and careless lyrics. Plus 2 very bizarre Bethel related clips.

I talk about 18 songs with a "chain breaking" theme and why we need to do better. The article mentioned: https://www.soundinworship.com/chain

This episode is only for the perfect people out there. Sorry, non-perfect folks.

I talk about the sad reality of the CCLI Top 20 and what that reveals about the church. I compare the lyrics of "We Praise You" to "Come Behold The Wondrous Mystery".

I received an email from someone who took issue with an article on the website entitled "SHOULD MY CHURCH SING BETHEL MUSIC SONGS FOR WORSHIP?". I did not reveal the email sender's identity, but instead, I responded to the claims that were made in the email. I hope I came across as caring. That was the intention.…

Bryan J Emerson from the Balm in Gilead podcast came on to finish his analysis of Resurrecting by Elevation Worship. Thanks so much, Bryan! Check out: https://www.balmcast.com

Bryan J Emerson from the Balm in Gilead podcast graciously came on to break this song and worship music source down. He has some great content around the issues with this song and Elevation as a "ministry". Check out: https://www.balmcast.com

Starting off with a skit! I am an awkward dad for sure.Then we read online examples of what to do and what not to do when objecting or answering objections.

We cover the objections that YOU have heard!

We discuss how to talk to your elders the right way, and why this issue should matter to your elders!https://www.soundinworship.com/how-to-tell-your-church

I talk about the addiction that many have to Bethel and the like, and how a short article on Sound in Worship is something good to show those who may not be listening to you about the issues in worship music.The Article: https://www.soundinworship.com/worship-leaders-must

In this episode, we talk about the common question or objection: "What if the lyrics are good?"How to give to the Frasiers:https://aware3.net/give/appeal/GpuaYz7qt?fbclid=IwAR2fxRFs7tCznd-qEqrcBU3wGPOzzoRa99s2NAZQsmHT59BnEMDombuEpF0and https://give.missionquest.org/missionary/215?fbclid=IwAR2V9mB-9aLc3wVpJXQPe2UvEnckEVojvZaCHAWnJRZruuwrQJ-9Mq5lw44…

In this episode I begin a series on how to handle Worship Music Objections and why it's important. I talk about the overall goal of the series and the common issues with music from Bethel, Hillsong, etc.

A surprise episode of If Songs Could Preach on the song "Raise a Hallelujah" by Bethel Music artists.