Passion City Church DC Podcast Will God Judge Me?
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Oct 21, 2024 The podcast dives into Johnny Cash's remarkable late-career revival with Rick Rubin, presenting themes of faith and mortality. It examines our cultural fascination with divine judgment through music and film, particularly highlighted in the book of Daniel. A captivating tale of King Belshazzar showcases the consequences of pride and the importance of humility. The discussion contrasts renditions of 'Hurt' by Nine Inch Nails and Cash, exploring despair and legacy. Ultimately, it emphasizes hope and purpose found in genuine faith over the emptiness of power.
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Johnny Cash's Comeback
- Johnny Cash, considered washed up, had a career resurgence late in life.
- His comeback involved songs about God and judgment, which resonated with audiences.
Fascination with Judgment
- Despite the "seeker-sensitive" movement in churches, people remain fascinated by judgment.
- This fascination is evident in popular culture, from music to movies.
Belshazzar's Feast
- King Belshazzar, known for his arrogance and cruelty, ruled Babylon during its decline.
- He threw a lavish feast on the last day of Babylon, ignoring the approaching Medo-Persian army.