Theology of Music

In this episode, Joel examines another song by Citizens called "Relent" and what it says about letting go of the control of our lives in order to let God have his way - ultimately for our good and Hi…

Once again, Joel is joined by Vince Wright of TheBereanTest.com as he tackles the notion of "come as you are" and how many songs, including this one, do a poor job showing how you can't stay as you a…

In this episode, Joel examines an old favorite of his by Citizens called "You Have Searched Me" (a direct pull from Psalm 139) and what it says about God's omnipresence. 

In this episode, Joel unpacks a popular Hillsong record called "New Wine" written by one of his favorite writers, Brooke Ligertwood- and discusses what this song teaches about Sanctification and our …

In this episode, Joel continues his discussion about whether worship songs can ever get too specific when discussing struggles, sins, and wrestles this side of eternity. Yet, this week, Joel showcase…

In this episode, Joel opens up the mailbag to answer a question about whether worship songs can ever get too specific when discussing struggles, sins, and wrestles this side of eternity. To help info…

In this episode, Joel examines the new song by Phil Wickham called "Hymn of Heaven" and how it helps us look forward to what life will be like after we die. The song was written by Phil Wickham, Chri…

In this episode, Joel takes a look at the song "Make Room" by The Church Will Sing- specifically, how it subtly encourages us to deconstruct our faith, but also why that trend is harmful to the bride…

In this episode, Joel sits down on a beautiful summer night with a cigar and his old friend and worship leader, Cliff Lambert, to discuss what they believe has been hurting Corporate Worship in the A…

In this episode, Joel takes a look at the popular worship song, "King of Kings" written by Brooke Ligertwood, Scott Ligertwood, and Jason Ingram to determine whether it is a song of merit or just ano…

In this Part 2 episode, Joel sits down with the host of the "More Than A Song" podcast, Michelle Nezat, to unpack the song "Christ The True And Better." "Christ The True And Better" was written by Ma…

In this Part 1 episode, Joel sits down with the host of the "More Than A Song" podcast, Michelle Nezat, to unpack the song "Christ The True And Better." "Christ The True And Better" was written by Ma…

In this episode, Joel takes a look at the 2016 Dove Award Winner for Song of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year, and 2016 Billboard Music Award Winner for Top Christian Song- Good, …

In this episode, Joel takes a look at the Dove award nominee group, Maverick City Music, and their song, Promises. Promises was written by Joe L Barnes, Carrington Gaines, Aaron Moses, Dante Bowe, Ke…

In this podcast episode, Pastor Joel takes a look at one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time, "Oh Holy Night" written by Adolphe Adam in 1847, and talks about how today's weary world coul…

Merry Christmas!! In this episode, Pastor Joel starts to look at Christmas songs and begins with "Sing We The Song Of Emmanuel" by Matt Boswell / Matt Papa / Keith & Kristyn Getty, from the album Sin…

In this episode, Pastor Joel looks at one of his favorite songs (per a listener request) by CityAlight called "Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me."

In this episode, Pastor Joel takes a look back at the second song he ever reviewed and the GMA Dove Award for Worship Recorded Song of the Year for 2019, "Way Maker", to determine whether his initial…

In this episode, Pastor Joel takes a look back at the first song he ever reviewed, "The Blessing", and determines whether his initial take was correct. "The Blessing" was written by Kari Jobe, Cody C…