I know that there has been a lot said about this way of thinking, so I am not trying to re-invent the wheel. What I am trying to say about theology, though, will hopefully be a welcome reminder. Basically, I pointed out with the previous post (related to theology) that when man is at the… Continue reading God-Centered Theology Part 1
Ah… I can hear it now. The sweet songs of a gentle lyricist, wispering in my ear wonderful poetry. Combine that with the gracious harmonies and soaring melodies by, let’s say, Rachmaninoff, and you have sweet love to my ears. So beautiful! Then, the neighbor kicks up the hardcore rock music; it’s death metal. It’s… Continue reading That “Universal” Language
What I have thoughts on today may turn some heads. What I have to say is difficult; I do not come by this thinking easily. Most everyone begins their evangelical exposure in this topic, so I say it with a great deal of understanding and heart-felt sympathy. However, what I believe to be saying is… Continue reading Man-Centered Theology
Some of you might be thinking, “Okay Josh, I know you have a right to ride this high-horse, but you are just talking about music! Surely not everyone is this way! And besides, if a child/parent wants their experience to be limited and just for the thrill of music, then certainly they can do that!… Continue reading The Acciaccatura Part 2
I bet you don’t know what that means. Most people aren’t familiar with a term like this, and most feel stupified and sort of nauseated by someone who decides to bug with a term like this. But simply it is: “A grace note which takes its time from the rest or note preceding the principal… Continue reading The Acciaccatura Part 1
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3.16 Ahh… I feel it already. The sweet gagging of God when He hears all of the precious evangelical pastors flinging this particular part of the Bible like an… Continue reading 1-Ply Theology
Recovering Excellence 