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What is it About Music? | Various Guests

Oct 10, 2023
Exploring the mystery of music, guests Andrew Peterson, Jeremy Begbie, The Arcadian Wild, and David Radford discuss topics such as the significance of music, its power to evoke emotions, the symbolism behind songs, the creative process in music, and the importance of singing Psalms in church worship.
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  • Music communicates on a pre-cognitive level, evokes emotions, and fosters understanding and connection.
  • The book of Psalms offers a rich source of songs for worship and lament, with growing interest in incorporating them into diverse musical styles.

Deep dives

The Influence of Critical Theory in Secular Society

Secular society has been increasingly influenced by critical theory, where group categories like race, gender, and class determine who's right and who's wrong. These ideas have permeated the media, classrooms, and even the church. Christians need to be equipped to evaluate and push back against critical theory claims using discernment, truth, and love.

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