music all day long? I do at work.
2006-11-28 01:21:42 · 28 answers · asked by Say It Like You Mean It 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I listen by choice, not because it's here in the office (I bring in my own personal walkman).
2006-11-28 01:22:15 · update #1
It is not ok for a Christian committed to living for Christ to choose to listen to non-Christian music all day long.
It may seem ok for a Christian "in name only" or a person who is not committed to Christ to choose to listen to non-Christian music all day long. But even they are hurting themselves.
A committed Christian is above all things careful with regards to anything that may have an effect upon his or her mind. Since the mind is the center of God's work for transforming human beings into beautiful people, anything that interferes with this work is off limits.
Does this music help you love God more ? Does it make you more like Christ ? Does it strengthen your character ? Does it inspire you to be a better person ?
Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Philippians 2:5
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things.Philippians 4:8
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2006-11-28 01:43:27 · answer #1 · answered by ccttct l 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is interesting that the longest book of the Bible is a book of music. It is called the book of Psalms. None of musical notations remain, only the lyrics. I take this to mean that God is not that concerned about the style of music (pop, rock, country, classical, etc.) but about the content of the lyrics.
If the lyrics are clean, then it is probably not a big issue. It won't hurt you, but it also won't help you. If the lyrics are not clean - I shouldn't even have to mention the problem with those...
I do not know what style of music you like, but in today's market it is possible to find Christian groups using that style. (I have yet to find anybody making Christian polka....) Might I suggest that you try listening to some of the groups doing your "style". You may find some music that you really like that is not only good listening, but good for the soul at the same time. Do not limit yourself to only non-Christian music.
List the styles, or perfomers, you like today, and I am sure that other Christians will be glad to recommend Christian artist with the same style. Here is a chance to broaden your horizon.
2006-11-28 01:34:01 · answer #2 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Being a committed Christian isn't about making a big show over something...only listening to Christian music, praying in the bus station with your hands raised skyward, etc. It's about who you are, not what perception you give. Listen to the music that doesn't pull you away from God. Maybe it's classical music or something else but whatever it is, do it because that's who you are inside.
2006-11-28 01:26:04 · answer #3 · answered by Spud55 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am a committed Christian, and what makes me be able to make that statement is the fact that the only music I listen to is Gospel music and no other. Most music today condones sex, drugs, violence. What ever we do in our day, we must do it for the glory of God and God alone. Listening to music outside of Gospel music does not glorify God but satan.
1 Corinthians 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
What Gospel music does is lift you up on the inside spiritually and brings you into the spirit of God. I listen to my Gospel music right as I am getting ready for Church or getting ready for me to meditate with the Lord. It fills my spirit as I listen to songs that glorify God.
2006-11-28 01:28:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I will give 2 scripture references to try and help you answer this question.
#1 - Christianity is not Legalism
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Colossians 2:20-23
Therefore, if you died with Christ from the basic principles of the world, why, as though living in the world, do you subject yourselves to regulations— “Do not touch, do not taste, do not handle,” which all concern things which perish with the using—according to the commandments and doctrines of men? These things indeed have an appearance of wisdom in self-imposed religion, false humility, and neglect of the body, but are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh.
#2 - The Secret to a Life of Peace
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Philippians 4:8-9
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.
So, there is no legalistic rule that says you can't listen to the music. But, to balance that out you must ask yourself if there is any virtue, or anything good and praiseworthy in the music.
I would suggest you read the entire chapters for these to references to get the entire concept in the proper context.
2006-11-28 01:33:38 · answer #5 · answered by SearchForTruth 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I personally see nothing wrong with it. HOWEVER, if God is convicting you about it, perhaps you should reconsider.
I recently read a book about "spiritual house-cleaning", and some of the things in there were just ridiculous. But, I see that for some people, certain things aren't good for their relationship with God (Harry Potter, paintings of snakes or dragons, Stephen King books, heavy metal or any other secular music, yoga, meditation, et cetera).
For me, none of those are a problem. For others, they might be.
You have to pray that the Holy Spirit will guide you in discernment of what is best for YOU.
None of us can tell you that.
2006-11-28 01:32:29 · answer #6 · answered by The_Cricket: Thinking Pink! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as your employer doesn't object, I can't see any problem with listening to "good clean" ethnic music or other "non-Christian" music. But if the words/lyrics are derogatory to people or blasphemous then I'd think as a Christian we should not choose to listen to such!!
Isn't there a difference between "non-christian" and "anti-Christian"? Also, why should any Christian listen to music praising other "gods", such as "Lord Krishna" and calling him "sweet lord"?
2006-11-28 01:29:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it would depend on what type of music you are listening to. Is it country? because that usually doesn't have bad language or racist remarks? Is it rap? because that's about as non-Christian as you can get. Use good judgment and make the right choices.
2006-11-28 01:29:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure. As long as the lyrics aren't something like "Worship Satan" I think it's ok. I listen to modern music at work too, though now being the official christmas season, I play christmas music in my office. (don't worry, you can't hear it beyond my office door)
2006-11-28 01:28:39 · answer #9 · answered by sister steph 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a question of faith, for you to decide only. Ask yourself how you feel afte listening to the music? Does it improve your relationship with God (do you pray while listening, od is the music a distraction from the spiritual?)
2006-11-28 17:56:31 · answer #10 · answered by waycyber 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋