Thursday, October 29, 2026
“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).
If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?
Reiteration is key, for the old maxim reminds, “Repetition is the mother of all learning.” Contemporary Christian Music (CCM)—courtesy of the 1960s–1970s Charismatic Movement—has now become the standard of nearly every church service. More weight is ascribed to sounds than sound doctrine. As walls vibrate, “Christians” (?) move their bodies indecently and foolishly. There is more entertainment than edification, as the lyrics are shallow, unscriptural, and un-dispensational. This is how Satan sabotages God’s ministry. It is not truly spiritual unless it conforms to Pauline revelation! “If any man think himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge that the things that I write unto you are the commandments of the Lord. But if any man be ignorant, let him be ignorant” (1 Corinthians 14:37,38).
Decades before “Contemporary Christian Music” inundated us, a minister astutely remarked: “The prevailing character of music in the worship of God should be vocal. If instruments are employed, they should be so subordinate that the service may be characterized as singing.” To wit, if you focus more on musical instruments than singing sound doctrine, that is the Devil. If engaging in worldly amusement is given precedence over using rightly-divided Scripture to praise the Lord, then that is the Devil. Run, flee, get out of there, and never return, dear friend! However, the majority have been (intentionally) programmed to go to church for entertainment anyway, so they will unconsciously keep going there. You can warn them to no avail; if they want it, let them have it! Contemporary Christian Music is known for its musical instruments rather than its singing—and it is definitely not known for its sound Bible doctrine.
Three elements of good music are: (1) lyrics, words, Bible verses from the Word rightly divided; (2) melody or harmony; and (3) rhythm or pulsation, beat, drive. Music that God accepts must come from a heart of gratitude, must be designed to reflect His thoughts and communicate His words and will, and must harmonize with what He is doing in creation. Otherwise, frankly, we are worshipping the Devil with our music….
