Series overview: I’d like to start a series of blogs that I’ll update throughout time entitled, “Songs & Scripture.” The aim isn’t necessarily to represent the author’s intent cause I may not always know it, but the aim is to try and tie the lyrics of Christians songs to passages with similar words and/or themes. … More Songs & Scripture: “Your Great Name We Praise (Immortal, Invisible)”
What we see is not always what we get. In reading Robin A. Leaver’s book, The Whole Church Sings: Congregational Singing in Luther’s Wittenberg that is how I felt about Martin Luther. I always imagined him to be a brash, impatient, and rigid figure. Mostly due to how he is characterized by others and while I’m … More Luther & Singing Scripture
As emotional beings, we can swing quickly from a place of strength down to a lull of discouragement. Fighting temptation is a daily struggle, and fleshly emotions often best us when we are weak or unguarded. Thankfully, God has equipped us with many spiritual disciplines to draw us back to His channels of grace. For example, … More MM: Music Mends the Heart
As a Southern California native, I spend a great chunk of my life in my car. With life and ministry being all over the place, driving is as common as breathing. But how much time do we spend in the car? I know what it is like to have a long daily commute, and it can drain … More 7 Ways to Redeem Your Commute
For today’s Music Monday I’d like to review one of the songs from the Getty’s new album, “Facing a Task Unfinished.” This song is entitled, “The Lord is My Salvation.” I was particularly excited about this album since I love the theological conviction and musicianship that the Getty’s have brought into the evangelical community. Their past works … More Music Monday, “The Lord is My Salvation” by Keith and Kristyn Getty
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