A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #3

Joy to the World!My favorite Christmas song is not really a Christmas song.The words to “Joy to the World” were composed by Isaac Watts in 1719. The words were added to a tune by Lowell Mason in 1836. The song was originally published as “The Messiah’s Coming and Kingdom” and celebrates the Second Coming of … Continue reading A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #3 →

A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #2

Because We BelieveCreeds and confessions have played an important part in the communication of Christian belief. In my own denomination, the Southern Baptist Convention, confessions have played a vital role through the years as statements of belief and practice. Those confessions are literally witnesses to those both inside and outside the church as to the … Continue reading A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #2 →

A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #1

Holy, Holy, HolySince the beginning of my Christian life, music has been a part of it. I have served several churches as a music minister and worship leader. It is a great joy and responsibility to lead God’s people in worship.Worshipping God is our highest priority as Christians when we meet together in the corporate … Continue reading A Playlist for Apologists 2022 #1 →

A Playlist for Apologists 1

Questioning and Hope

If you had asked me two weeks ago who Marty Sampson was, I would not have been able to tell you. It was at that time that Sampson, a music leader with Hillsong, burst onto the scene with the declaration that he was “losing his faith.” In a statement on Instagram, he said,“Time for some … Continue reading Questioning and Hope →