My two cents on Swift. Unsaved in college, I loved Taylor Swift. I knew every word to Red and all the other albums too. Her music is intoxicating bc she’s done a very good job capturing worldly relationships and hookup culture.
Now, as a believer– I stay far away from it. Why? Because I will like some of it. It will take my mind places that it shouldn’t go. There will be new lyrics in my head with tunes I can’t shut off with unedifying words on my lips.
It’s a net negative all the way around. In no way would it strengthen my walk with the Lord, and that’s the lens in which we should view all things.
”Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things. The things you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.“
Philippians 4:8-9
We must affirm emphatically and without reservation that Scripture is sufficient to reveal everything needed for our salvation, the Christian life, right doctrine, right worship, and answers for Christian faithfulness in the world.
Nine months ago I left my job and traveled in a sprinter van to all 50 states playing exclusively in random pairings at municipal courses.
Now, I’m happy to announce my first book: “Paired Up at the Muni.” Short thread about the inescapable pain of pursuing your dream...
I want a Bachelor in Paradise | Survivor crossover—like you want a date?? Stand on this log in the sun perfectly balanced for 13 hours and then catch a fish with your bare hands to present to the bachelorette—wine?? No babe, BUT find fresh water or the cocktail party is canceled!