Text- 2 Kings 3:15 “But now bring me a musician.” And when the musician played, the hand of the LORD came upon him”
In the past few days, we have been discussing the subject of music, and how much bearing it can have on our spiritual lives. Yesterday, I explained the types of songs and talked about how to examine the lyrics of natural songs. Today, I will share some more tests that with which to examine songs.
I must admit that these are not as vital as the lyrics but they are also very important. These tests will ensure that you stay off the songs that could possibly endanger you and others around you.
1. Repository Test
This is evaluating the person from whom the song originated. Sometimes, you may find out that as good as a song is, the person who sang it is not someone whom you want to be associated with.
When you love a song, you somehow fall in love with the musician and you may find yourself being influenced by them or subtly giving approval to their person and lifestyle before you even find out who they really are.
2. Music Style Test
This is an evaluation of the source/origin of the music style. Some songs have good lyrics but strange beats. How do you recognize a strange beat? Usually a question is raised in your heart. It’s like a revolt in your spirit, even though your flesh is enjoying the beats.
Also understand that there are cultures associated with certain genres. Reggae music, for example is associated with the culture of violence, involving great strength of emotion and natural force.
For such genre, I would advise that special caution to be taken in examining the lyrics and the artiste before embracing the song. There is no issues with such a genre if it is rightly applied.
3. Dance Test
This is an evaluation of the dance steps associated with the song; this particularly has to do with music videos. Truth is, dance steps portray gestures, and sometimes the gestures that a dance step portrays may not befit a Christian.
Take for instance, if the gesture that is being portrayed is abusive or sexually suggestive in nature, you should not be found with such a song.
PRAYER
Lord, please grant me the wisdom to know which songs are safe for me, and which ones I should stay away from in Jesus Name.