worship

Christ or Chords? The Manipulated Emotionalism of Hillsong, Asbury, and Pentecostalized Evangelical Worship

In this article, Scott Aniol argues that many misuse music in worship:

I just noticed this confererence on Facebook and wanted to link to it if anyone is interested on going.



Event Details



Join us for this meeting of conservative Christian friends for fellowship and to discuss how the substance of conservative Christianity affects our beliefs, our devotion, and our ministry to others.



Speakers include

Religious Affections Ministries released something called “A Conservative Christian Declaration” yesterday, and I was curious to get feedback on it. I read portions of it last night, and (as seems to be usual with RAM) agree with portions of it and scratch my head at other sections.

Has anyone else read it (link) and have comments?

Here’s some of the introductory comments:

Poll Results

How often does the church you attend sing a traditional hymn or vintage gospel song during services?

Since this came up in the Northland thread:

Poll Results

Do you typically sing out of a hymnal during your Sunday morning service/meeting? (If more than one service, please average)

Yes, exclusively or almost exclusively Votes: 11
Somewhat but not exclusively or in combinations with projections or song sheets Votes: 8
Not mostly, but sometimes (we have them in our pews/seats) Votes: 0
Never or rarely Votes: 10
Other Votes: 0

Poll Results

Does your church ever use “non-live” musical accompaniment for congregational singing?

Yes, regularly, and we prefer it. Votes: 0
Yes, regularly, but we would prefer live music. Votes: 1
Yes, on occasion or rarely, but not typically Votes: 3
No, but we are open to the idea if the need arises Votes: 4
No, we would sing a capella before we would use digital or recorded music Votes: 8
Other Votes: 0