I use to be a country music, and Southern Rock manic and when I was Born Again The Holy Spirit gave me new desires to listen to Southern Gospel and I just love listening to songs about Our Precious Lord Jesus Christ ❤
Same here sister. Love the southern Gospel. I don't really like secular music anymore. When i go to a store and I hear music from my time, I do think back at that time, they were good times, but that is the old man, if it does not glorify God, why listen to it?
The main point is if it causes you or anyone around you to stumble then avoid it. That's why we work out our OWN salvation with fear and trembling. What may not cause you to stumble may cause someone around you to stumble.
Same with me. I can’t listen to secular music for a long time. I’m a school teacher so I sometimes play Curtis Mayfield or EWF songs for my kids while they do their work. It’s a public school so I can’t play my Fred Hammond or Cece Winans lol
@@fingerzfrienemy2226 Problem is, those "new age satanic lyrics" are everywhere, including in so-called Christian music. It's just less obvious in older songs.
It's interesting. What ever songs I digest the most....those are the songs I sing throughout the day subconsciously. We need to feed more on praise and worship.
This is good my brother. As a Minister/preacher and due to my personal preference, I stay away from all secular music. But, that is not to say that all believers, all the time, should stay away from all secular music. It is a matter of the heart. Although there is some secular music that NO CHRISTIAN should listen to, you have made that plain.
I loved gangsta rap...WC, Ice-Cube, Mac 10, DJ Quik or Scarface...but now, i can't listen to it now. I literally can not listen to the music i onced bounced to. I may listen to a few slow jams but rap, i had to give it up. My spirit is disturbed if i put that music on, I'm no longer comfortable listening to it. When it comes to music i definitely monitor what i listen to.
I did a Bible study on Earth Wind and Fire and their music. All the songs on their "Gratitude" album were in worship to the sun god. Read the lyrics to "Devotion" and you'll see what I mean. Of course, there's the actual song, "Sun goddess." They were worshipping the sun right in our face, which Israel did as well. Acts 7:42 But God turned away and gave them over to serve the heavenly lights; as it is written in the book of the prophets: ‘YOU DID NOT OFFER ME VICTIMS AND SACRIFICES FOR FORTY YEARS IN THE WILDERNESS, DID YOU, HOUSE OF ISRAEL?
My fave genres are gospel, jazz and classic rock. I try to avoid suggestive lyrics or stuff with profanity, violence and misogyny, like much of the music being played today. Corey was taking me thru the wayback machine tho! ❤
Also, many a time people do not pay attention to the song's lyrics, but they are still coming into their ears. I advice to always vet the lyrics of a song, no matter how good it sounds melody wise.
Music does have the capability to have great influence over us. When I surrendered my life to the Lord, He immediately started convicting on a lot of music I was listening to. So I went cold turkey😂and switched over to praise and worship . We have to really guard what we take into our eyes and ears. Sin stays crouching at our door. I’m almost nervous to listen to anything other than praise and worship at this point😂🥴😩🤦🏽♀️I feel like I’m in a season where God has me on a really tight leash! And I’m grateful for it. Some of them songs took me back Bro Corey❤️Good times!
I love this!!! It's not just music either it's these podcasts and online commentary 🤦🏾♀️ I'm guilty of listening to things I haven't healed from but it's entertaining but I won't lie and say that this stuff doesn't trigger old hurts even after I chosen to forgive, we really need to be careful
My pastor teaches us not to listen to any of the secular music for the safety of our souls but, I believe that God knows whats in my mind and heart regardless of what type of music I encounter. Music is everywhere and unless one is deaf, there is no way of avoiding it so, what's important is how one reacts or interacts with the sounds and lyrics. Personally my favorite music is Bossa Nova and Jazz.
I used to love EWF too. I did a Bible study on them and their music. All the songs on their "Gratitude" album were in worship to the sun god. Read the lyrics to "Devotion" and you'll see what I mean. Of course, there's the actual song, "Sun goddess." They were worshipping the sun right in our face, which Israel did as well. Acts 7:42 But God turned away and gave them over to serve the heavenly lights; as it is written in the book of the prophets: ‘YOU DID NOT OFFER ME VICTIMS AND SACRIFICES FOR FORTY YEARS IN THE WILDERNESS, DID YOU, HOUSE OF ISRAEL?
Interesting topic. I was into everything R&B. Mary J, Jill Scott, Ledisi, and more. God removed that desire to listen to all of this. I never thought I could live life without that music. So thankful bc I was knee-deep in that mess. Thank you Father🫸🙏🫷
The common argument that the church uses against secular music is that the lyrical content is all about fornication, drugs and hedonism, which can be found in 99% of the music played on secular radio today. While if this is all that you listen to, then it goes without saying that you need to be convicted of your sin. However, there are shades of grey. The song "Another Day In Paradise" by Phil Collins was one of the first secular songs I heard, and it's got nothing of those that I mentioned above, instead it's a protest song about America's socio-economic issues. The song "Rise & Fall" by Craig David is about a celebrity regretting his hedonistic life. The part where he sings "Is it too late to show you the shape of my heart?" I interpret that as him asking that question to God. I believe that there's nothing wrong with these type of songs if you use lyrical discernment.
LOL! The R&B music I enjoyed listening to before I got saved were songs by Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye and I adored Dionne Warwick, just to name a few! Those artists were very popular back in the 1960s mainly! I never heard of those you mentioned because I'm kind of old school, tee hee!
Watch yourself Corey!!! You’re playing all of my faves😂but I don’t listen to them simply bc some of them take me back to places I don’t need to go. I love my worship but a lot of times, I feel led not to listen to anything but being in the presence of the Lord. Great video😂
Great teaching!!! Triggers, stumbling, is it edifying for married and singles. Even though the Lord renewed my mind, I have never heard anyone teach this. I do like some contemporary jazz though😎
I can appreciate what cory is saying. I think for me the only struggle is ( humble opnion) There is alot of christian music not done well, lyrically, sonically, etc... and its hard to find music i actually want to listen to secularly or christian. The last christian artist i ran into that o thought was dope, was a guy named sondae, and madison ryan ward. And i do like old school gospel but there is about an hand full of them i like. And the ones yall mention are the ones i like. Tye, lecrae, and a few others lol. Anyway great convo and definitely needed!
I like old school R&B, Hip Hop and gospel music 🎶. I can't relate to this modern R&B, rap and contemporary gospel music today. Thanks Corey for sharing!!!
I used to make secular music as a dj/producer. Back then I played at raves and electronic music festivals. Those places are rife with drug use as that kind of music sounds incredible under the influence. I have recently walked away, now I spend my my time learning about exegesis and systematic theology. If I do step into the music game again, it will be for gospel music. The Lord is so good, he gives you a new heart with new desires and He guides your steps on the narrow path. I encourage anyone that is on the fence, complete surrender to His will is what is required. As an artist, I also know how powerful music is too. The devil runs the entertainment industry, I was able to make people feel a certain way just by playing the right chords in certain cadences. I see it in church too, it can be deceptive as many will mistake the emotions for God’s presence when that is not the case at all. Music is amazing, just be careful. It is a powerful emotional tool and when a song or track has no emotional weak links you can get people (your listeners) to feel a certain way. This can be for good or mostly bad intentions. Always guard your heart.
I really don't have the desire to listen to any music at all anymore, except occasional old hymns that they don't play in church anymore. And I'm even picky about those. So many music groups take what used to be a beautiful hymn and they ruin it. I used to love country music, but now hearing country music almost turns my stomach. After finding out more and more how twisted the "christian" music industry has become, I can't even stand listening to most of that anymore either. I wish beyond everything that you could shop at stores or eat in a restaurant without being forced to listen to music, and they usually have the volume turned up. I look forward to heaven when we will all be singing and praising our wonderful Lord and Savior forevermore. Perfect music and harmony and it will never get old. There won't be any R rated lyrics there! Praise the Lord!🎶 ❤🎶🎵
@@MissBlueLou Well when we are in Heaven, those secular tunes we remembered won't have any IP rights anymore. So praise and worship to God could use the same harmony, melody rhythm and beats as some of the old songs from Earth. Hey, Weird Al Yankovic was able to turn secular songs into parodies about food!
As soon as I became Christian, I found a lot of music I listened to, I couldn't anymore. Some were like covering the light and would feel myself falling away immediately. So I would tuen it off. Some were good, and I even would feel closer to God listening to them. Mostly listen to Christian music now but still have some old classics on my playlist. Even have some old classics that I didn't care for take on new meaning and now enjoy them.
When I listen to secular music I always thank God for giving man such talent. Anything that I see as good I always think about how Father God gave them that talent. It could be a voice I like, lyrics to a song, a melody or watching Simone Biles tumble. I always think how awesome God is to bless his creation. Even when I went on a cruise and saw the amazing ship , I told God this is all you. You taught man how to build this ship. God is amazing.
Have you heard about secular artists selling their souls to the devil for fame, fortune, and ability? One needs to have proper discernment about the secular music one listens to. What you might think certain "talent" that secular artists have, has been given by our Lord, could've actually been given by lucifer in exchange for their soul.
Corey, Only one question involved here( like with everything ). Does it or my participation with it Glorify God . Simple, that's our standard that takes the guesswork out of most everything. 1st Cor. 10:31 - "whether you eat or drink or Whatever you do, Do All to the Glory of God!" When any issue is challenging for us or if we may be trying to justify something in our life, then that usually helps clarify our thoughts and make a "smart" decision. The other consideration I find helpful is to remind ourselves just how strongly the Lord feels about "the world". He hates it so and commands us not to desire those things At all. So our default position should be caution when we find ourselves wanting and enjoying those things in life that we know are not of Hm or for Him. Really, we have much freedom in Christ. We just need to remember to keep His name, His Holiness and His Glory as our proper focus. (And to also be protective of our testimony ). Amen!?!? Russ
What about Happy Birthday, ABC song, Twinkle Twinkle Twinkle little star etc. are you saying God does not allow any musical entertainment yet we work every show on tv at the movies and on UA-cam? Not being funny but do they give glory to God? I might need the definition of glorify God.
@@deshawnm4759 your perspective and purpose becomes relative in every part of our lives. That's the point! is it Christ living through you OR is it you living Your life and he's ancillary to it. Huge difference 🤔
I remember a few years ago when it took me over 2 hours to find a show I could watch that wasn't ungodly or vulgar and the Lord just spoke to my heart saying, " You are looking for nourishment but rifling through the trash can. You won't find what you need there. But your fridge is full of wholesome food. Look to me to fill you up and I promise that I will." I stopped watching tv then and it wasn't at all a religious sacrifice. I just trusted He was right and I have never regretted it or looked back. I read or watch a sermon or teaching or talk to my family or go to bed instead. I share my experience with others but don't preach that they must do the same. I kinda feel the same about music. Some music is like poison that definitely hurts us, most is junk food that isn't necessarily poison but not beneficial, and a small portion is actually nourishment to our souls. I try to keep the good stuff coming into my heart and mind as much as I am able since we are slowly and unconsciously conditioned by what we watch, listen to and read.
I used to struggle with Barry White. Before I was saved it was Barry White and the Isley Brothers. The sexual, and sensual songs I eventually had to stop listening to because I am an unmarried woman and not dating.. For instance-I would rather not listen to "Between The Sheets" by the Isley Brothers-BUT I can listen to "Harvest for the World".
The Holy Spirit is with us to help with this, to guide us through and convict us on a situation by situation basis when it comes to this subject. This is how He leads me through and out of what's not good for me and it's been this way for years. I don't have a checklist of dos and don'ts, I have the leading of the Holy Spirit that I try to stay sensitive to. That's the free life. Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God.
I think there three main levels to this: 1) Songs that are overtly foul and rebellious need to go. 2) Songs that may be innocuous in and of themselves, BUT have a sinful memory association in your life also need to go. 3) Pray for discernment - God knows if there's a spiritual threat lurking in a piece of music. It's not always obvious.
Tbh though….they’ve been lacing music with demonic messages even the soulful Earth Wind and Fire songs, “September” so o don’t think it is okay it’s hard bc the old music is so soulful but it’s wrong technically and if it invites it creates a dark spiritual opening that’s problem…..and most of us can’t put God before music
I like this channel. I'm have to disagree with my man's here. Generally I think Christians should steer away from secular. We are sheep and easily influenced. Married or not. I don't need music to express my love for a woman. Better yet I will make my own if I got too. That's just me tho. I'll take the heat for saying so.
I must confess as a believer. I just enjoy listening to 80s 70s-era music. This was the period of my childhood to teenage years. This music just brings fond heart-warming memories. I just slip back in time hearing certain songs. MTV came on the scene in 80s. Soultrain in the 70$, wow! Man what interesting exciting times those were. In the 80s, the urban radio station I grew up listening to was playing, pop: the Police, Phil Collins, Madonna, Hall & Oates. The 80$ has some bad love ballads too: white dudes that could sing. Mister Mister -Broken Wings John Waite - Missing You Richard Marx - Waiting For You, Endless Summer Nights...oooooweee! Those was bad numbers mane. I can go on and on. There was no murder, no gangster, no trap music. I introduced my daughter to the black Elvis, Michael Jackson. And M.C. Hammer's Pump It Up video. She was wowed. Pull up and Listen to Madonna's song Holiday and tell me how it makes you feel?
Since I got saved, my desire for secular music has decreased. However, I recently saw New Kids On The Block in concert as they have been my favorite for 30 years. Otherwise, you can’t really avoid music because it’s all around you in stores etc. A lot of worship music is very bland. Most of the time I’m in silence or in nature. Obviously avoid any heavy metal or nasty rap or anything occult inspired.
Not too long ago I used to listen to a variety of secular music -- everything from rock/metal to country to EDM. Crazy to think I enjoyed that stuff up until this time last year, but the more I listened to it, the more God helped me realize that such music is neither edifying to me nor glorifying to Him. Even the "older" stuff that takes me back to my childhood ain't safe to listen to. If you want something that touches up on the music industry as a whole, I recommend you guys watch "They Sold Their Souls For Rock & Roll" by Good Fight Ministries. That documentary unveils the whole of the music industry (not just rock & roll) from a Biblical perspective, and if you watch it, your eyes will be opened in ways you never thought possible.
The mainstream music industry is full of sickos. One secular genre I love is instrumental progressive house. The imagery associated with it are usually of nature: sunrises, ocean waves, polar mist etc. And when it came time to question if it was right to continue listening, I realised 'Hang on, these artists associate this music with nature - that's God's creations!' By putting those images in my head, I can thank God for creating such beautiful landscapes on this earth, because only He could have done it!
@@markisaki979 The so-called music of today is demonically influenced. Personally, I don't even consider it music! Music wasn't corrupted (like it is now) in the 50s-90s, when the music industry was clean. Whenever I do listens to music, I listens to old school, when music was really music.
I am a single believer yet I love some ole school music from a few genres. I'm very particular about what I listen to and even watch on a regular basis. I have not sensed God calling me away from secular music in general but there are some things I won't listen to or watch because they don't line up. My struggle is with comedy sometimes though. I ❤️ to laugh and be happy but I often find some of the comedy, even Christian comedy can get a bit tricky with its messages. Also, I believe we need to be selective about the tv shows and movies we watch and the things we read. I am selective yet far from perfect. Prayerfully I am growing and becoming wiser but admittedly I slip up sometimes.😊 Keep me in your prayers 🙏
I will not have fellowship with the world by way of secular music. I delight in the Lord and only those things that glorify him. I renounce all attachments to the nostalgia that music had me bound by. I make no excuses to try and hold on to the unclean thing.
What is the spirit behind the music? Does the artist have God’s spirit? Who is influencing the artist? We should be careful what we allow to affect our spirits. We should be careful what we allow to feed our spirits. It could lead you away from God. Be on guard
Growing up as a musician one of my favorite bassist was Geddy Lee. He plays in a band called Rush. Their songs were mostly written about science and old literature such as mark Twain, but I stopped listening to them after i found out the band members did not believe in God… Now if their music doesn’t encourage sin, would it be okay for me to listen to their music?
There are some secular songs that i listen to or just come across and they immediately make me think of a good loving era when all my fam who have now passed away, were alive and just a good time in Harlem ( 2 oldest sisters,both g-mothers etc have passed) and those songs have no vulgarity in them so in that case i listen but i do need to be more mindful of my witness and my fellows to not cause them to stumble... i do like old school r&b.. i mostly listen to dif forms of praise n worship all genre
My dear brother, please take a look at G. Craige Lewis’ The Truth Behind Hip Hop and also check out They Sold Their Souls for Rock n Roll. I believe these will help to understand music is not just about if it causes you or anyone else to sin but rather about how the enemy (who used to be the minister of music in heaven) now uses it as a means to keep God’s people deceived. Check them out before you comment and let me know your thoughts afterwards.
In certain situations like substance abuse, trauma or abuse it can trigger that particular person if healing has not taken place. A song might remind you of your past and be tempted.
True. A lot of music I listened to when I was drinking alcohol heavily and battling depression and anxiety. Music would also remind me of childhood trauma and lust and sex in relations.
This was exactly what I was talking about when you spoke about suicide. The off chance someone does go through with it. It's still not ok to claim it won't send you to hell cause no one knows if the next person is truly saved and once it's done there's no turning back.
I like jazz, country and I like classical! I like music from the 60's, 70's and 80's! I also love Sovereign Grace and CityAlight music! I try to make sure there are no conflicts of interests"!
Yep, those are both my genres and decades, all except country - well, I like some country music, but it's not the main genre of music I like. For gospel, I like daryl coley, James moore, the clark and moss family, and specifically a lot of 70's gospel grooves.
Music is nice and all. But let me say another thing that may sound crazy to some: not all christian music is worship music. Also, if you can only worship with music and only "feel" the spirit with music you have to seriously check yourself. Because often times its all about pretty so called worship songs that are sriving our emotions but when the music stops can you even continue? Yes music csn be a good tool to worship but Christ said we must worship in truth and in spirit, he didn't say in emotion and pretty songs.
God want us to enjoy our lives, not to live in a box being scared of doing this and scared of doing that. God doesn't give us the spirit of fear! Jesus was very clear as to how He want us to live our lives and that is being obedient to His word, and to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. Some people have a tendency to add to the word of God of things that He never said. God strictly had warned us about the danger of adding to and taking away from His word. God created music and everything else on this earth. Music in general is not bad, it's the certain genres of music that inappropriate for Christians to listen to because of its ungodly content that it contains such as gangster rap, heavy metal, grunge etc. Personally, I don't listen to the new modern secular music because it's demonically influences and evil, unlike the old school music from the 60s-80s that was clean, when the music industry wasn't wicked and corrupted as it is now. When we are out in the public, we're going to hear secular music everywhere anyway, whether if we want to hear it or not. Christians are in the world but NOT of the world, and there is no condemnation of those who are in Christ Jesus. It seems like every time I spread the gospel, UA-cam either hide or delete my comments because of their bias opinions towards the woke.
Do you know what spirits are behind the jazz you like? Do you know the spirits in the musicians? The Bible says test the spirits. David used music to change Saul. Do you think the devil does not use jazz music? I know jazz musicians. They are some of the biggest seducers and lustful people because of the spirits that move them. Don't let them in you. I did say some.
It’s really the intent of the writer of the song or instrumental of any genre of music that makes it bad…what was there purpose for making the song? Some songs we will never know but some it’s blatant in the lyrics. Christians should be real guarded about what we put before eyes and ears because it can get into our hearts and change the whole person.
Some bands like Earth Wind and Fire have a lot of lyrics that elude to pagan idolatry, tucked away in a seemingly innocuous package. I play in a lot of cover bands for work, and sometimes I get conflicting feelings about this kind of thing.
I think some non-religious songs are good. One favourite by Weird Al, "Why Does This Always Happen To Me" is a great song that pokes fun at the "It's all about me" mentality. Listening to it helps me to care about the feelings of others.
What we listen to does affect us. It matters what we put into our hearts and minds. We must die to self and our fleshly desires. We are new creations in Christ Jesus, and we should bring glory to God in all we do. All music isn’t equal. Some secular music isn’t bad, but some is vulgar and dishonors God.
AMEN, @lifeintandemwithkimbrianse9023!!! I listen almost exclusively to Godly spiritual music, but some of the oldies I infrequently listen to on UA-cam, songs by Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis, and even classical music sung by opera singers Kathleen Battle and the late Jessye Norman! I adore Dolly Parton's oldie but goodie song named "My Coat of Many Colors"! Yes, we must be discerning!!!
Thanks for this! I really don’t listen to secular like I use to but I found myself listening to Afrobeats because of the beats! I look up the artist if I do listen to a song and see what is being said. I love my Gospel and Jazz. If I feel any type of way I change the song and repent.
Well said. The ultimate expression of music is worship, but if all secular music is sinful, we should not sing the happy birthday song or listen to music in an elevator or grocery store. The ultimate expression of public speaking is preaching, but it is not sinful to listen to a lecture on good lawn care. Still, some music or public speaking should be avoided if it leads to sin or error.
Apparently music is even more deceptive than we believe. I was told only recently about how someone was listening to a professing christian group singing a poppy song about dating- nothing inappropriate- just attraction to the opposite sex. The tune was catchy enough to influence them to listen to catchy poppy secular tunes which the enemy was waiting at the door for. They were then led to lust and almost destroyed their marriage and ultimately their life- just like what happened when David stayed home from a battle and walked on his balcony and saw Bethsheba. Genesis tells us the enemy is subtil. We take for granted just how subtil he is. This guy is still experiencing negative outcomes even though nothing was widely known. Apparently it granted the enemy more liberality relating to this person's career, family etc. Really makes me more selective of what i choose to listen to. No secular or CCM. Both are vehicles for the enemy. Hymns are my choice. i don't want to be deceived like he was.
I agree with you. Another thing to add is: though music can and does influence, it's not some voodoo magic that makes you do something, or think things against your will. You have to CHOOSE to do/think those things. and before you say "you're supposed to go against your will, and listen to HIS will". That's not what i mean, in this case. What i mean is: "This music won't make you do anything without your say-so"
@@requiem1458 yes. That is very true. But people have to stop treating like this huge magical force that automatically makes it so you're sinning, and forced to do dark works of the devil. cause it's really not.
I thought that too as I’m also a big jazz fan, but since most jazz is instrumental… 🤔. I guess if your mind and spirit convicts you to not listen to something (like Beyoncé), then don’t.
Before I gave my life to Christ these are the songs I listened to where, even if you paid me, I wouldn’t listen to them now: Lips of an angel, the boy is mine, highway to hell, my boo 😅 I’m sure there are more but, you all get the point … 😒
@@kelvinmorris1991 I, unfortunately, know the lyrics as well. I guess I should’ve specified **before I gave my life to Christ, these are the songs I listened to where, even if you paid me, I wouldn’t listen to now**
We got to stay away from those songs everything we do should glorify God I used to listen yo all those songs before I came to Christ now I won’t touch them either
I’m surprised you don’t mention the truth behind hip hop, pastor G.Craig Lewis. You have to buy the dvd’s or download to Lynx. Excellent series and he’s been on this subject since 1998. He also has his services on UA-cam under ABC ministries or Ex ministries
I’ve also struggled with music. God is changing my desires. I, occasionally, listen to secular music. However, does it glorify sin? I also am a little iffy about the source. We’re either with the Lord or not. THIS is where I struggle. Even if it doesn’t glorify sin, is the root of God? Or the enemy? So I pray regularly for constant change. It’s a process
I agree wholeheartedly. A lot of it is secular music pretending to be worship music. John 4:24 says we have to worship God in Spirit and in Truth. Philippians 4:8 says that we should think on things that are true, honest, and admirable.
It would help if you dug a little deeper. True Christian music is nothing like secular music. It focuses on God, His attributes, goodness, and glory. True Christian music is worship.
The modern contemporary gospel music is almost indistinguishable than the secular music, and the gospel artists who are singing it, are not living a Christian lifestyle. They sin just as much (if not more) behind closed doors, than the people in the world.
@slimdude2011 idk yall kind of corny finding a problem with everything. Don't listen to the Christian songs you deem unfit, simple as that. For me, I fail to see how repeating the same phrases about his faithfulness are secular.
I wanted to ask if you can do a part 2 because there are Christian’s tell other Christian’s like me not to listen to secular music. Some even go farther and say that Christian’s are lukewarm just for listening to secular music and it’s also the same argument with horror movies. I do listen to rap music and I like horror movies and I just wanted to ask.
I like (mostly old school) rap and horror movies too, but we gotta be honest some are demonic and some instill the spirit of fear (kinda their purpose) so we KNOW those are unGodly. Music is less cut and dry but if it may cause you as a believer or any person in the vicinity to stumble, then again, unGodly. It comes down to your heart and complete honesty. Hope this helps! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
It is best to stay away from all of it horror movies and secular music as well it opens door for the devil give him an inch he will take a mile. Ask God to change your desire I use to watch horror movies it does something to my spirt can't watch it. I'm glad God took that desire away
I'm having the most difficult time finding Christian music without NAR influence. If anyone knows a Playlist that doesn't include Bethel, Hillsong, or any other faux Christain music, I would appreciate your help. Nice I came out of deception a year ago, I'm finding I miss Christian music, but I don't want my theology influenced by that nonsense anymore. Appreciate anyone's help💗🙏💗
There is an amazing young vocalist named Victory. She’s anointed, gifted and writes her own music. You may also enjoy Nathaniel Bassey, Kevin Zadai, Duncan Oyekan, Phil Thompson and many others. You just gotta find who Holy Spirit directs you to listen to…
@@DRVenard Upperroom music is good(Love Note album is a beautiful worship album from them), Harborside, Housefires, Phil Wickham, Brandon Lake. But, it’s not about the people that make the music, it’s about the lyrics and the Godly inspiration behind it. I still listen to some of Kirk Franklin’s old music before he started compromising and it take me the throne every time…Let Me Touch You, Now Behold The Lamb, etc. We Cry Holy from Bethel is anointed, Heaven Come. And both of those songs are straight from Scripture, don’t dismiss it because Bill Johnson sometimes be “off”. He’s not the one that writes the songs.
@FishermanBubb I refuse to worship a holy and righteous God with music coming from a cult. I don't think if we could ask Jesus, "Hey, do you mind if I worship You with music from someone who doesn't believe you were Fully God and Fully Man and runs there church spewing heresies, as long as they're biblically sound ones?" IMHO, I can't see Him saying, "Well, yeah, but just be sure it's a biblical one! "Never kind your money is going to support that institution. As long as YOU get something out of it. Oh yeah, and when your grandson hears a Bethel song and you have to say no, no, not that one. Just this one. But they see the Bethel label and think, well it's gotta be okay. Cuz grandma would never make anyone else stumble on her account. So sorry, I have my line, you have yours.
I can't listen to secular music anymore since i became a Follower of Jesus Christ. Im 69 years old and I've been a Christian most of my adult life. When inhear music from back in the day it takes me back when i was living a godless life and I don't want to go there in my heart and mind. So I stay away from it. I loved Marvin Gaye and the music at that time. When I listen to it at a grocery store or any store for that matter it has a way of pulling me where I don't want to go. Does that make sense?
As a Christian, I listen to all music from Classical to Jazz...from Rap to Rock...from Gospel to Electronica...from Country to Blues. I agree wholeheartedly about what we should listen to and being careful of what we listen to as well regarding music. Music does have a message, and that message can be positive or demeaning. There are some secular music that must be avoided, especially if there are numerous instances of obscenities spoken out. There is some secular music that at least delivers an inspiring vibe where you can uplift. In the case of Gospel/Christian/Worship music, I do believe there are some inconsistencies in it, especially from mainstream Christian recording artists (i.e., Kirk Franklin, LeCrae, Tye Tribbet, Hillsong). And sometimes if you look at the music videos, you'll sometimes see some questionable things that are not Biblically moral. Keep in mind, we have to worship God in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24). We ALSO should think on things that are true, honest, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8). Now, I understand there are some who think it's entertainment, even I can admit that too. But as a Christian, I also think if a person has a convicting spirit, then maybe they have to be conservative of what they listen to.
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord Psalm 98:4🙏
Amen 🗣️🗣️🗣️
Period........To the Lord!!
I use to be a country music, and Southern Rock manic and when I was Born Again The Holy Spirit gave me new desires to listen to Southern Gospel and I just love listening to songs about Our Precious Lord Jesus Christ ❤
I’m not sure it’s necessary to put all the music excerpts in this video to make the point. This is a very good topic to discuss though.
Same here sister. Love the southern Gospel. I don't really like secular music anymore. When i go to a store and I hear music from my time, I do think back at that time, they were good times, but that is the old man, if it does not glorify God, why listen to it?
Amen! 🙏🏼 The Lord took away my desire for secular music many, many years ago. Praise Him. Blessings to you.
Thats the way it should be. Just gospel
Glory Hallelujah, dear @SalvationSoulBeautiful, so glad to hear this from you!!!❤
The main point is if it causes you or anyone around you to stumble then avoid it. That's why we work out our OWN salvation with fear and trembling. What may not cause you to stumble may cause someone around you to stumble.
Amen
Amen
finally somebody who puts that verse in proper context!
VERY well said 👍!
That's absolutely correct 👍🏾 Amen.
I must admit the Lord has taken the desire to listen to secular music away. I use to love listening to RMC 😊
Me too!
Same with me. I can’t listen to secular music for a long time. I’m a school teacher so I sometimes play Curtis Mayfield or EWF songs for my kids while they do their work. It’s a public school so I can’t play my Fred Hammond or Cece Winans lol
@nancyarmstrong781 I used to adore "tool".
I can't stand the new age satanic lyrics anymore. 😤
@@fingerzfrienemy2226 Problem is, those "new age satanic lyrics" are everywhere, including in so-called Christian music. It's just less obvious in older songs.
Me too!
It's interesting. What ever songs I digest the most....those are the songs I sing throughout the day subconsciously. We need to feed more on praise and worship.
Exactly❤
This is good my brother. As a Minister/preacher and due to my personal preference, I stay away from all secular music. But, that is not to say that all believers, all the time, should stay away from all secular music. It is a matter of the heart. Although there is some secular music that NO CHRISTIAN should listen to, you have made that plain.
I still rather listen to secular music that's not promoting sin, than to listen to "christian music" that has wrong doctrine in it
Makes sense
Interesting perspective, would you ever just not listen to both secular and non theological music?
Wow
@@MsVarie exactly, there's options kkkk, i dont get people
@@MsVarie well perhaps, it depends
Music is one of the most powerful and influential weapon for good or bad !!
You are absolutely right, @JL-creativeart!!!
I loved gangsta rap...WC, Ice-Cube, Mac 10, DJ Quik or Scarface...but now, i can't listen to it now. I literally can not listen to the music i onced bounced to. I may listen to a few slow jams but rap, i had to give it up. My spirit is disturbed if i put that music on, I'm no longer comfortable listening to it. When it comes to music i definitely monitor what i listen to.
Amen!!!
Same here. I have rediscovered DC talk and other Christian rap artists that now fill that desire.
I did a Bible study on Earth Wind and Fire and their music. All the songs on their "Gratitude" album were in worship to the sun god. Read the lyrics to "Devotion" and you'll see what I mean. Of course, there's the actual song, "Sun goddess." They were worshipping the sun right in our face, which Israel did as well.
Acts 7:42
But God turned away and gave them over to serve the heavenly lights; as it is written in the book of the prophets: ‘YOU DID NOT OFFER ME VICTIMS AND SACRIFICES FOR FORTY YEARS IN THE WILDERNESS, DID YOU, HOUSE OF ISRAEL?
Thank you were occultist I'm very shocked at this video
Yikes!!
Thanks for the Elaboration
The first thing the Holy Spirit did was show me how evil the music and movies I watched were. Once I was shown that I haven’t looked back.
Thats the way it should be. ❤
Praise the Lord, @joshhanlon1225!!!❤
My fave genres are gospel, jazz and classic rock. I try to avoid suggestive lyrics or stuff with profanity, violence and misogyny, like much of the music being played today.
Corey was taking me thru the wayback machine tho! ❤
When listening to secular music I am cautious of the innuendos (sex, drugs, violence, pride, etc.) or I listen to the instrumental versions of them.
Also, many a time people do not pay attention to the song's lyrics, but they are still coming into their ears. I advice to always vet the lyrics of a song, no matter how good it sounds melody wise.
Amen Dear Brother! Love your Video! You are on the 100% about this. Peace and Love.
I’ve been struggling with this. Thanks for making it a bit more clearer for me.
Phil Collins- Paradise is what i've been listening to all last week!
Yep, I'm single right now, so I had to put a lid on those romantic ballads! It helps me a lot to do so!
I like country christain. I feel if the music talks about drinking, sex or makes me think ungodly things, its no good. All scripture songs are for me.
You brought back some good memories with some of those songs 🥰
Music does have the capability to have great influence over us. When I surrendered my life to the Lord, He immediately started convicting on a lot of music I was listening to. So I went cold turkey😂and switched over to praise and worship . We have to really guard what we take into our eyes and ears. Sin stays crouching at our door. I’m almost nervous to listen to anything other than praise and worship at this point😂🥴😩🤦🏽♀️I feel like I’m in a season where God has me on a really tight leash! And I’m grateful for it.
Some of them songs took me back Bro Corey❤️Good times!
AMEN 🙏
I love this!!! It's not just music either it's these podcasts and online commentary 🤦🏾♀️ I'm guilty of listening to things I haven't healed from but it's entertaining but I won't lie and say that this stuff doesn't trigger old hurts even after I chosen to forgive, we really need to be careful
Underrated comment! 💯
@@daniticasimmons you are absolutely right!
My pastor teaches us not to listen to any of the secular music for the safety of our souls but, I believe that God knows whats in my mind and heart regardless of what type of music I encounter. Music is everywhere and unless one is deaf, there is no way of avoiding it so, what's important is how one reacts or interacts with the sounds and lyrics.
Personally my favorite music is Bossa Nova and Jazz.
BROTHER, I TRULY LOVE HOW U SOO HUMBLY SHARE UR INSIGHT ON THE THINGS OF GOD WITH LOVE! GOD BLESS U, UR MINISTRY AND UR FAM.❤
I love my worship music and I still listen to Earth Wind and Fire
And a little ELO
@prodigaldaughter5978 love that group too, but they were heavily occult influenced...
I used to love EWF too. I did a Bible study on them and their music. All the songs on their "Gratitude" album were in worship to the sun god. Read the lyrics to "Devotion" and you'll see what I mean. Of course, there's the actual song, "Sun goddess." They were worshipping the sun right in our face, which Israel did as well.
Acts 7:42
But God turned away and gave them over to serve the heavenly lights; as it is written in the book of the prophets: ‘YOU DID NOT OFFER ME VICTIMS AND SACRIFICES FOR FORTY YEARS IN THE WILDERNESS, DID YOU, HOUSE OF ISRAEL?
@@Kelvin-jr1mz aren’t they all ? lol
Went to their concert in Houston on Saturday night. It was AWESOME, but I still know that God is the most AWESOME ONE ! I just put it in its place :)
Interesting topic. I was into everything R&B. Mary J, Jill Scott, Ledisi, and more. God removed that desire to listen to all of this. I never thought I could live life without that music. So thankful bc I was knee-deep in that mess. Thank you Father🫸🙏🫷
The common argument that the church uses against secular music is that the lyrical content is all about fornication, drugs and hedonism, which can be found in 99% of the music played on secular radio today. While if this is all that you listen to, then it goes without saying that you need to be convicted of your sin.
However, there are shades of grey. The song "Another Day In Paradise" by Phil Collins was one of the first secular songs I heard, and it's got nothing of those that I mentioned above, instead it's a protest song about America's socio-economic issues. The song "Rise & Fall" by Craig David is about a celebrity regretting his hedonistic life. The part where he sings "Is it too late to show you the shape of my heart?" I interpret that as him asking that question to God. I believe that there's nothing wrong with these type of songs if you use lyrical discernment.
@@markisaki979 I agree with you 100%. 🤝
LOL! The R&B music I enjoyed listening to before I got saved were songs by Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye and I adored Dionne Warwick, just to name a few! Those artists were very popular back in the 1960s mainly! I never heard of those you mentioned because I'm kind of old school, tee hee!
Watch yourself Corey!!! You’re playing all of my faves😂but I don’t listen to them simply bc some of them take me back to places I don’t need to go. I love my worship but a lot of times, I feel led not to listen to anything but being in the presence of the Lord. Great video😂
Great teaching!!! Triggers, stumbling, is it edifying for married and singles. Even though the Lord renewed my mind, I have never heard anyone teach this. I do like some contemporary jazz though😎
thank you for clarifying this topic - glad to have come across your podcast - stay blessed
I can appreciate what cory is saying. I think for me the only struggle is ( humble opnion) There is alot of christian music not done well, lyrically, sonically, etc... and its hard to find music i actually want to listen to secularly or christian. The last christian artist i ran into that o thought was dope, was a guy named sondae, and madison ryan ward. And i do like old school gospel but there is about an hand full of them i like. And the ones yall mention are the ones i like. Tye, lecrae, and a few others lol. Anyway great convo and definitely needed!
I like old school R&B, Hip Hop and gospel music 🎶. I can't relate to this modern R&B, rap and contemporary gospel music today. Thanks Corey for sharing!!!
I love all types of music. A child of God should be able to DISCERN THRU HOLY SPIRIT WHAT TO LISTEN TO. All music isn't bad!
I used to make secular music as a dj/producer. Back then I played at raves and electronic music festivals. Those places are rife with drug use as that kind of music sounds incredible under the influence. I have recently walked away, now I spend my my time learning about exegesis and systematic theology. If I do step into the music game again, it will be for gospel music. The Lord is so good, he gives you a new heart with new desires and He guides your steps on the narrow path. I encourage anyone that is on the fence, complete surrender to His will is what is required.
As an artist, I also know how powerful music is too. The devil runs the entertainment industry, I was able to make people feel a certain way just by playing the right chords in certain cadences. I see it in church too, it can be deceptive as many will mistake the emotions for God’s presence when that is not the case at all. Music is amazing, just be careful. It is a powerful emotional tool and when a song or track has no emotional weak links you can get people (your listeners) to feel a certain way. This can be for good or mostly bad intentions. Always guard your heart.
Amen
I really don't have the desire to listen to any music at all anymore, except occasional old hymns that they don't play in church anymore. And I'm even picky about those. So many music groups take what used to be a beautiful hymn and they ruin it. I used to love country music, but now hearing country music almost turns my stomach. After finding out more and more how twisted the "christian" music industry has become, I can't even stand listening to most of that anymore either. I wish beyond everything that you could shop at stores or eat in a restaurant without being forced to listen to music, and they usually have the volume turned up. I look forward to heaven when we will all be singing and praising our wonderful Lord and Savior forevermore. Perfect music and harmony and it will never get old. There won't be any R rated lyrics there! Praise the Lord!🎶 ❤🎶🎵
@@MissBlueLou Well when we are in Heaven, those secular tunes we remembered won't have any IP rights anymore. So praise and worship to God could use the same harmony, melody rhythm and beats as some of the old songs from Earth. Hey, Weird Al Yankovic was able to turn secular songs into parodies about food!
As soon as I became Christian, I found a lot of music I listened to, I couldn't anymore. Some were like covering the light and would feel myself falling away immediately. So I would tuen it off. Some were good, and I even would feel closer to God listening to them. Mostly listen to Christian music now but still have some old classics on my playlist. Even have some old classics that I didn't care for take on new meaning and now enjoy them.
Interesting
When I listen to secular music I always thank God for giving man such talent. Anything that I see as good I always think about how Father God gave them that talent. It could be a voice I like, lyrics to a song, a melody or watching Simone Biles tumble. I always think how awesome God is to bless his creation. Even when I went on a cruise and saw the amazing ship , I told God this is all you. You taught man how to build this ship. God is amazing.
God created the universe! He created the heavens, the earth and everything that's beneath.
Have you heard about secular artists selling their souls to the devil for fame, fortune, and ability? One needs to have proper discernment about the secular music one listens to. What you might think certain "talent" that secular artists have, has been given by our Lord, could've actually been given by lucifer in exchange for their soul.
Too bad that talent isn't used to glorify God.
@@joshc606 Truth
I recommend watching The Truth Behind Hip Hop by G. Craige Lewis from EX Ministries
He has short clips of it. It’s hard to find the whole video. I think he charges to see the entire video.
@@thomasbroxton8527 that was soooo deep and so convicting. I love pastor Craige
@@traced5900they’re $20 for the full
Video. I only got one and it was sooo worth it
He’s an incredible pastor. Been listening to him for years!
I was going to mention him during the live, but I didn’t want everyone attacking me lol…I’m already the “bad guy” over “tongues”.
Corey, Only one question involved here( like with everything ). Does it or my participation with it Glorify God . Simple, that's our standard that takes the guesswork out of most everything.
1st Cor. 10:31 - "whether you eat or drink or Whatever you do, Do All to the Glory of God!" When any issue is challenging for us or if we may be trying to justify something in our life, then that usually helps clarify our thoughts and make a "smart" decision. The other consideration I find helpful is to remind ourselves just how strongly the Lord feels about "the world". He hates it so and commands us not to desire those things At all. So our default position should be caution when we find ourselves wanting and enjoying those things in life that we know are not of Hm or for Him. Really, we have much freedom in Christ. We just need to remember to keep His name, His Holiness and His Glory as our proper focus. (And to also be protective of our testimony ). Amen!?!?
Russ
Now why doesn't Corey say anything like this? And no mention of Jesus or how the Holy Spirit is our help
Oh, actually he did mention Jesus, only to say that it's hard to think on Him all the time. How edifying.
Does getting your haircut, your nails done, going out to a nice restaurant, watching a football game give God glory?
What about Happy Birthday, ABC song, Twinkle Twinkle Twinkle little star etc. are you saying God does not allow any musical entertainment yet we work every show on tv at the movies and on UA-cam? Not being funny but do they give glory to God? I might need the definition of glorify God.
@@deshawnm4759 your perspective and purpose becomes relative in every part of our lives. That's the point! is it Christ living through you OR is it you living Your life and he's ancillary to it. Huge difference 🤔
I remember a few years ago when it took me over 2 hours to find a show I could watch that wasn't ungodly or vulgar and the Lord just spoke to my heart saying, " You are looking for nourishment but rifling through the trash can. You won't find what you need there. But your fridge is full of wholesome food. Look to me to fill you up and I promise that I will."
I stopped watching tv then and it wasn't at all a religious sacrifice. I just trusted He was right and I have never regretted it or looked back. I read or watch a sermon or teaching or talk to my family or go to bed instead. I share my experience with others but don't preach that they must do the same.
I kinda feel the same about music. Some music is like poison that definitely hurts us, most is junk food that isn't necessarily poison but not beneficial, and a small portion is actually nourishment to our souls. I try to keep the good stuff coming into my heart and mind as much as I am able since we are slowly and unconsciously conditioned by what we watch, listen to and read.
Good teaching my brother. Bless
Man u took me back to the good old days
I used to struggle with Barry White. Before I was saved it was Barry White and the Isley Brothers. The sexual, and sensual songs I eventually had to stop listening to because I am an unmarried woman and not dating.. For instance-I would rather not listen to "Between The Sheets" by the Isley Brothers-BUT I can listen to "Harvest for the World".
I feel you sis😂
The Holy Spirit is with us to help with this, to guide us through and convict us on a situation by situation basis when it comes to this subject. This is how He leads me through and out of what's not good for me and it's been this way for years. I don't have a checklist of dos and don'ts, I have the leading of the Holy Spirit that I try to stay sensitive to. That's the free life. Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God.
I think there three main levels to this:
1) Songs that are overtly foul and rebellious need to go.
2) Songs that may be innocuous in and of themselves, BUT have a sinful memory association in your life also need to go.
3) Pray for discernment - God knows if there's a spiritual threat lurking in a piece of music. It's not always obvious.
Tbh though….they’ve been lacing music with demonic messages even the soulful Earth Wind and Fire songs, “September” so o don’t think it is okay it’s hard bc the old music is so soulful but it’s wrong technically and if it invites it creates a dark spiritual opening that’s problem…..and most of us can’t put God before music
I like this channel. I'm have to disagree with my man's here. Generally I think Christians should steer away from secular. We are sheep and easily influenced. Married or not. I don't need music to express my love for a woman. Better yet I will make my own if I got too. That's just me tho. I'll take the heat for saying so.
@4:15 yes, the Holy Spirit helps us with this. Yes, they'd distract. It's not about YOU. It's about HIM
I must confess as a believer. I just enjoy listening to 80s 70s-era music. This was the period of my childhood to teenage years.
This music just brings fond heart-warming memories.
I just slip back in time hearing certain songs.
MTV came on the scene in 80s. Soultrain in the 70$, wow! Man what interesting exciting times those were.
In the 80s, the urban radio station I grew up listening to was playing, pop: the Police, Phil Collins, Madonna, Hall & Oates.
The 80$ has some bad love ballads too: white dudes that could sing.
Mister Mister -Broken Wings
John Waite - Missing You
Richard Marx - Waiting For You, Endless Summer Nights...oooooweee! Those was bad numbers mane.
I can go on and on.
There was no murder, no gangster, no trap music.
I introduced my daughter to the black Elvis, Michael Jackson.
And M.C. Hammer's Pump It Up video. She was wowed.
Pull up and Listen to Madonna's song Holiday and tell me how it makes you feel?
AMEN! This message is spot on!
Since I got saved, my desire for secular music has decreased. However, I recently saw New Kids On The Block in concert as they have been my favorite for 30 years. Otherwise, you can’t really avoid music because it’s all around you in stores etc. A lot of worship music is very bland. Most of the time I’m in silence or in nature. Obviously avoid any heavy metal or nasty rap or anything occult inspired.
Not too long ago I used to listen to a variety of secular music -- everything from rock/metal to country to EDM. Crazy to think I enjoyed that stuff up until this time last year, but the more I listened to it, the more God helped me realize that such music is neither edifying to me nor glorifying to Him. Even the "older" stuff that takes me back to my childhood ain't safe to listen to.
If you want something that touches up on the music industry as a whole, I recommend you guys watch "They Sold Their Souls For Rock & Roll" by Good Fight Ministries. That documentary unveils the whole of the music industry (not just rock & roll) from a Biblical perspective, and if you watch it, your eyes will be opened in ways you never thought possible.
@@cameraredeye3115 -I love that documentary. It was well done.😀
Also the truth behind hip hop series by Pastor G Craig Lewis is incredible
The mainstream music industry is full of sickos. One secular genre I love is instrumental progressive house. The imagery associated with it are usually of nature: sunrises, ocean waves, polar mist etc. And when it came time to question if it was right to continue listening, I realised 'Hang on, these artists associate this music with nature - that's God's creations!' By putting those images in my head, I can thank God for creating such beautiful landscapes on this earth, because only He could have done it!
What's a Final Fantasy Fan doing here?
@@markisaki979 The so-called music of today is demonically influenced. Personally, I don't even consider it music! Music wasn't corrupted (like it is now) in the 50s-90s, when the music industry was clean. Whenever I do listens to music, I listens to old school, when music was really music.
I am a single believer yet I love some ole school music from a few genres. I'm very particular about what I listen to and even watch on a regular basis. I have not sensed God calling me away from secular music in general but there are some things I won't listen to or watch because they don't line up.
My struggle is with comedy sometimes though. I ❤️ to laugh and be happy but I often find some of the comedy, even Christian comedy can get a bit tricky with its messages. Also, I believe we need to be selective about the tv shows and movies we watch and the things we read. I am selective yet far from perfect. Prayerfully I am growing and becoming wiser but admittedly I slip up sometimes.😊 Keep me in your prayers 🙏
I will not have fellowship with the world by way of secular music. I delight in the Lord and only those things that glorify him. I renounce all attachments to the nostalgia that music had me bound by. I make no excuses to try and hold on to the unclean thing.
AMEN!!
Amen
The music of our past, I think, should be buried. Because it's a part of the old self and the old ways we use to live.
What is the spirit behind the music? Does the artist have God’s spirit? Who is influencing the artist? We should be careful what we allow to affect our spirits. We should be careful what we allow to feed our spirits. It could lead you away from God. Be on guard
Thank you Corey for the information.
THAT’S WHY I MAKE “MY OWN” SONGS UNTO GOD FOR ME AND MYSELF UNTO GOD … IT IS PERSONAL AND NO OTHER ARTIST IS IN IT AND IT IS BETWEEN ME AND MY
JESUS
Amen! You're doing it right, Bible says to "sing a new song unto the Lord"
Glory Hallelujah, dear @MonicaSuellMinistries!!!☺
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO, THIS WAS VERY IMPORTANT!! I'VE HAD TO ELIMINATE CERTAIN MUSIC BECAUSE IT COULD GET CORRUPT TO THE MIND! 🎶🎶🎶🎵🎵🎵🎤🎤🎤
Growing up as a musician one of my favorite bassist was Geddy Lee. He plays in a band called Rush. Their songs were mostly written about science and old literature such as mark Twain, but I stopped listening to them after i found out the band members did not believe in God… Now if their music doesn’t encourage sin, would it be okay for me to listen to their music?
It’s as simple as using judgment & discernment. I think that calling all secular music sinful is going to an extreme.
This video made us, made us, clap for IT! Good topic & teaching! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
There are some secular songs that i listen to or just come across and they immediately make me think of a good loving era when all my fam who have now passed away, were alive and just a good time in Harlem ( 2 oldest sisters,both g-mothers etc have passed) and those songs have no vulgarity in them so in that case i listen but i do need to be more mindful of my witness and my fellows to not cause them to stumble... i do like old school r&b.. i mostly listen to dif forms of praise n worship all genre
My dear brother, please take a look at G. Craige Lewis’ The Truth Behind Hip Hop and also check out They Sold Their Souls for Rock n Roll. I believe these will help to understand music is not just about if it causes you or anyone else to sin but rather about how the enemy (who used to be the minister of music in heaven) now uses it as a means to keep God’s people deceived. Check them out before you comment and let me know your thoughts afterwards.
I'm surprised that UA-cam let you use all these songs. There's no way this video is monetized. 😂 Great video!
In certain situations like substance abuse, trauma or abuse it can trigger that particular person if healing has not taken place. A song might remind you of your past and be tempted.
True. A lot of music I listened to when I was drinking alcohol heavily and battling depression and anxiety. Music would also remind me of childhood trauma and lust and sex in relations.
This was exactly what I was talking about when you spoke about suicide. The off chance someone does go through with it. It's still not ok to claim it won't send you to hell cause no one knows if the next person is truly saved and once it's done there's no turning back.
I like jazz, country and I like classical! I like music from the 60's, 70's and 80's! I also love Sovereign Grace and CityAlight music! I try to make sure there are no conflicts of interests"!
Yep, those are both my genres and decades, all except country - well, I like some country music, but it's not the main genre of music I like. For gospel, I like daryl coley, James moore, the clark and moss family, and specifically a lot of 70's gospel grooves.
Pray for me🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Music is nice and all. But let me say another thing that may sound crazy to some: not all christian music is worship music. Also, if you can only worship with music and only "feel" the spirit with music you have to seriously check yourself. Because often times its all about pretty so called worship songs that are sriving our emotions but when the music stops can you even continue? Yes music csn be a good tool to worship but Christ said we must worship in truth and in spirit, he didn't say in emotion and pretty songs.
Against the Wind by Segar is a soul searching song .. Gosh we have all been there
'wish I didnt know now what i didnt know then' what a lyric!!
That's why I like classical, jazz and other instrumentals. There are no words to corrupt and they inspire me to clean the house.
amen i agree
God want us to enjoy our lives, not to live in a box being scared of doing this and scared of doing that. God doesn't give us the spirit of fear! Jesus was very clear as to how He want us to live our lives and that is being obedient to His word, and to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. Some people have a tendency to add to the word of God of things that He never said. God strictly had warned us about the danger of adding to and taking away from His word. God created music and everything else on this earth. Music in general is not bad, it's the certain genres of music that inappropriate for Christians to listen to because of its ungodly content that it contains such as gangster rap, heavy metal, grunge etc. Personally, I don't listen to the new modern secular music because it's demonically influences and evil, unlike the old school music from the 60s-80s that was clean, when the music industry wasn't wicked and corrupted as it is now. When we are out in the public, we're going to hear secular music everywhere anyway, whether if we want to hear it or not. Christians are in the world but NOT of the world, and there is no condemnation of those who are in Christ Jesus. It seems like every time I spread the gospel, UA-cam either hide or delete my comments because of their bias opinions towards the woke.
@@slimdude2011 Grunge and Heavy Metal aren't bad if they have lyrics that aren't against the Lord.
Do you know what spirits are behind the jazz you like? Do you know the spirits in the musicians? The Bible says test the spirits. David used music to change Saul. Do you think the devil does not use jazz music? I know jazz musicians. They are some of the biggest seducers and lustful people because of the spirits that move them. Don't let them in you. I did say some.
It’s really the intent of the writer of the song or instrumental of any genre of music that makes it bad…what was there purpose for making the song? Some songs we will never know but some it’s blatant in the lyrics. Christians should be real guarded about what we put before eyes and ears because it can get into our hearts and change the whole person.
Some bands like Earth Wind and Fire have a lot of lyrics that elude to pagan idolatry, tucked away in a seemingly innocuous package. I play in a lot of cover bands for work, and sometimes I get conflicting feelings about this kind of thing.
Any secular music should be avoided at all cost.
I think some non-religious songs are good. One favourite by Weird Al, "Why Does This Always Happen To Me" is a great song that pokes fun at the "It's all about me" mentality. Listening to it helps me to care about the feelings of others.
What we listen to does affect us. It matters what we put into our hearts and minds. We must die to self and our fleshly desires. We are new creations in Christ Jesus, and we should bring glory to God in all we do. All music isn’t equal. Some secular music isn’t bad, but some is vulgar and dishonors God.
Yep
AMEN, @lifeintandemwithkimbrianse9023!!! I listen almost exclusively to Godly spiritual music, but some of the oldies I infrequently listen to on UA-cam, songs by Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis, and even classical music sung by opera singers Kathleen Battle and the late Jessye Norman! I adore Dolly Parton's oldie but goodie song named "My Coat of Many Colors"! Yes, we must be discerning!!!
Thanks for this! I really don’t listen to secular like I use to but I found myself listening to Afrobeats because of the beats! I look up the artist if I do listen to a song and see what is being said. I love my Gospel and Jazz. If I feel any type of way I change the song and repent.
Learned some new cool tunes from your sample
Have even more respect for you now cory.
I am the same and like many different types of music.
Glad you spoke on this.
Well said. The ultimate expression of music is worship, but if all secular music is sinful, we should not sing the happy birthday song or listen to music in an elevator or grocery store. The ultimate expression of public speaking is preaching, but it is not sinful to listen to a lecture on good lawn care. Still, some music or public speaking should be avoided if it leads to sin or error.
Apparently music is even more deceptive than we believe. I was told only recently about how someone was listening to a professing christian group singing a poppy song about dating- nothing inappropriate- just attraction to the opposite sex. The tune was catchy enough to influence them to listen to catchy poppy secular tunes which the enemy was waiting at the door for. They were then led to lust and almost destroyed their marriage and ultimately their life- just like what happened when David stayed home from a battle and walked on his balcony and saw Bethsheba. Genesis tells us the enemy is subtil. We take for granted just how subtil he is. This guy is still experiencing negative outcomes even though nothing was widely known. Apparently it granted the enemy more liberality relating to this person's career, family etc. Really makes me more selective of what i choose to listen to. No secular or CCM. Both are vehicles for the enemy. Hymns are my choice. i don't want to be deceived like he was.
Carnal = fleshy
secular = worldly
I agree with you. Another thing to add is: though music can and does influence, it's not some voodoo magic that makes you do something, or think things against your will. You have to CHOOSE to do/think those things.
and before you say "you're supposed to go against your will, and listen to HIS will". That's not what i mean, in this case. What i mean is: "This music won't make you do anything without your say-so"
But, it can have a great influence
@@requiem1458 yes. That is very true. But people have to stop treating like this huge magical force that automatically makes it so you're sinning, and forced to do dark works of the devil. cause it's really not.
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I have always wondered this, because I’m a jazz lover and wondered if I was in sin listening to John Coltrane and Miles Davis.
I thought that too as I’m also a big jazz fan, but since most jazz is instrumental… 🤔. I guess if your mind and spirit convicts you to not listen to something (like Beyoncé), then don’t.
I see nothing wrong with those.
Thank you brother
Before I gave my life to Christ these are the songs I listened to where, even if you paid me, I wouldn’t listen to them now:
Lips of an angel, the boy is mine, highway to hell, my boo 😅
I’m sure there are more but, you all get the point … 😒
How do you know the names of the songs if you’ve never listened to them?
@@kelvinmorris1991 I, unfortunately, know the lyrics as well. I guess I should’ve specified **before I gave my life to Christ, these are the songs I listened to where, even if you paid me, I wouldn’t listen to now**
We got to stay away from those songs everything we do should glorify God I used to listen yo all those songs before I came to Christ now I won’t touch them either
I’m surprised you don’t mention the truth behind hip hop, pastor G.Craig Lewis. You have to buy the dvd’s or download to Lynx. Excellent series and he’s been on this subject since 1998. He also has his services on UA-cam under ABC ministries or Ex ministries
I’ve also struggled with music. God is changing my desires. I, occasionally, listen to secular music. However, does it glorify sin? I also am a little iffy about the source. We’re either with the Lord or not. THIS is where I struggle. Even if it doesn’t glorify sin, is the root of God? Or the enemy? So I pray regularly for constant change. It’s a process
Amen brother!!!! 🙏🏼 This has always been a delicate discussion for me to have with other Christians. Thanks for the post.
The way Christian music is i feel it makes no difference
I agree wholeheartedly. A lot of it is secular music pretending to be worship music.
John 4:24 says we have to worship God in Spirit and in Truth.
Philippians 4:8 says that we should think on things that are true, honest, and admirable.
It would help if you dug a little deeper. True Christian music is nothing like secular music. It focuses on God, His attributes, goodness, and glory. True Christian music is worship.
The modern contemporary gospel music is almost indistinguishable than the secular music, and the gospel artists who are singing it, are not living a Christian lifestyle. They sin just as much (if not more) behind closed doors, than the people in the world.
@@KTJohnsonkidThunder amen fam
@slimdude2011 idk yall kind of corny finding a problem with everything. Don't listen to the Christian songs you deem unfit, simple as that. For me, I fail to see how repeating the same phrases about his faithfulness are secular.
Heavy D ......was unique. God bless his soul.
I wanted to ask if you can do a part 2 because there are Christian’s tell other Christian’s like me not to listen to secular music. Some even go farther and say that Christian’s are lukewarm just for listening to secular music and it’s also the same argument with horror movies.
I do listen to rap music and I like horror movies and I just wanted to ask.
I like (mostly old school) rap and horror movies too, but we gotta be honest some are demonic and some instill the spirit of fear (kinda their purpose) so we KNOW those are unGodly. Music is less cut and dry but if it may cause you as a believer or any person in the vicinity to stumble, then again, unGodly. It comes down to your heart and complete honesty. Hope this helps! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Check out the truth behind hip hop series by pastor g Craig Lewis. Ex ministries is his ministry
It is best to stay away from all of it horror movies and secular music as well it opens door for the devil give him an inch he will take a mile. Ask God to change your desire I use to watch horror movies it does something to my spirt can't watch it. I'm glad God took that desire away
I refuse to watch horror movies.
In descriptions if it says horror I pass
I'm having the most difficult time finding Christian music without NAR influence. If anyone knows a Playlist that doesn't include Bethel, Hillsong, or any other faux Christain music, I would appreciate your help. Nice I came out of deception a year ago, I'm finding I miss Christian music, but I don't want my theology influenced by that nonsense anymore. Appreciate anyone's help💗🙏💗
Try Blssd music channel on UA-cam
There is an amazing young vocalist named Victory. She’s anointed, gifted and writes her own music. You may also enjoy Nathaniel Bassey, Kevin Zadai, Duncan Oyekan, Phil Thompson and many others. You just gotta find who Holy Spirit directs you to listen to…
@@DRVenard Upperroom music is good(Love Note album is a beautiful worship album from them), Harborside, Housefires, Phil Wickham, Brandon Lake. But, it’s not about the people that make the music, it’s about the lyrics and the Godly inspiration behind it. I still listen to some of Kirk Franklin’s old music before he started compromising and it take me the throne every time…Let Me Touch You, Now Behold The Lamb, etc. We Cry Holy from Bethel is anointed, Heaven Come. And both of those songs are straight from Scripture, don’t dismiss it because Bill Johnson sometimes be “off”. He’s not the one that writes the songs.
I recommend looking up 'old gospel classics' like Walter and Tremaine HawkinsAndre' Crouch,etc! You download based on genres! Blessings
@FishermanBubb I refuse to worship a holy and righteous God with music coming from a cult. I don't think if we could ask Jesus, "Hey, do you mind if I worship You with music from someone who doesn't believe you were Fully God and Fully Man and runs there church spewing heresies, as long as they're biblically sound ones?" IMHO, I can't see Him saying, "Well, yeah, but just be sure it's a biblical one! "Never kind your money is going to support that institution. As long as YOU get something out of it. Oh yeah, and when your grandson hears a Bethel song and you have to say no, no, not that one. Just this one. But they see the Bethel label and think, well it's gotta be okay. Cuz grandma would never make anyone else stumble on her account. So sorry, I have my line, you have yours.
I love this video. You did a brilliant 👏 job putting this together. God bless you Corey keep it Up 💯
Good stuff!!! Many Christians struggle with or don’t acknowledge the unrighteousness of their music choices!!!
I love old Motown and a few 80s songs. I love all the songs you featured especially Jack and Diane!
I can't listen to secular music anymore since i became a Follower of Jesus Christ. Im 69 years old and I've been a Christian most of my adult life. When inhear music from back in the day it takes me back when i was living a godless life and I don't want to go there in my heart and mind. So I stay away from it. I loved Marvin Gaye and the music at that time. When I listen to it at a grocery store or any store for that matter it has a way of pulling me where I don't want to go. Does that make sense?
As a Christian, I listen to all music from Classical to Jazz...from Rap to Rock...from Gospel to Electronica...from Country to Blues.
I agree wholeheartedly about what we should listen to and being careful of what we listen to as well regarding music. Music does have a message, and that message can be positive or demeaning. There are some secular music that must be avoided, especially if there are numerous instances of obscenities spoken out. There is some secular music that at least delivers an inspiring vibe where you can uplift.
In the case of Gospel/Christian/Worship music, I do believe there are some inconsistencies in it, especially from mainstream Christian recording artists (i.e., Kirk Franklin, LeCrae, Tye Tribbet, Hillsong). And sometimes if you look at the music videos, you'll sometimes see some questionable things that are not Biblically moral. Keep in mind, we have to worship God in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24). We ALSO should think on things that are true, honest, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8).
Now, I understand there are some who think it's entertainment, even I can admit that too. But as a Christian, I also think if a person has a convicting spirit, then maybe they have to be conservative of what they listen to.
Thank you for the wisdom used while speaking about this topic.