Remnantrob Posted October 22, 2016 Group: Diamond Member Followers: 6 Topic Count: 100 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 1,029 Content Per Day: 0.15 Reputation: 261 Days Won: 0 Joined: 03/25/2005 Status: Offline Birthday: 02/23/1982 Author Share Posted October 22, 2016 1 hour ago, HisFirst said: When I was young, probs about 6, there was a song we used to sing as a whole church - it wasn't a hymn, but I loved it but that was the only church I've been to that sang it. The Pastor and wife were Americans. It went like this I think - (from Psalms) The testimony of the Lord is pure making wise the simple, Much sweeter than the honey from the honeycomb. I have a feeling there's a line or two missing. But the tune has never left me. That's what in my church we refer to as scripture songs. Basically they put scripture to music. I looooove that too. That is from Psalm 19-7-10,14 with verse 10 being the chorus. Quote 7 The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of theLord is sure, making wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9 The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of theLord are true and righteous altogether. 10 More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. 14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisFirst Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 21 Topic Count: 315 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 3,491 Content Per Day: 1.26 Reputation: 2,582 Days Won: 3 Joined: 09/25/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 1 hour ago, Remnantrob said: That's what in my church we refer to as scripture songs. Basically they put scripture to music. I looooove that too. That is from Psalm 19-7-10,14 with verse 10 being the chorus. Thanks for that RR? Absolutely love this Psalm. Pity churches don't sing praise/chorus songs anymore. Trying not to sound picky and dare I say "old!!", but repeating verse one 6 times before getting to the chorus with these modern worship songs, makes me feel like I'm being brainwashed? All I want really is to sit down and hear the Word of God preached? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisFirst Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 21 Topic Count: 315 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 3,491 Content Per Day: 1.26 Reputation: 2,582 Days Won: 3 Joined: 09/25/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 5 hours ago, woundeddog said: I HATE with a passion the new trend of the contemporary " Jesus is my boy friend" Um... Is this for real? I know the OT talks about God being Husband - But... if someone can enlighten me, Im not sure about singing Jesus is my b'friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woundeddog Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Diamond Member Followers: 6 Topic Count: 44 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 1,370 Content Per Day: 0.25 Reputation: 1,054 Days Won: 0 Joined: 06/21/2009 Status: Offline Birthday: 07/18/1868 Share Posted October 23, 2016 6 minutes ago, HisFirst said: But... if someone can enlighten me, some of the contemporary songs are so light on doctrine and heavy on emotion that they sound like the singer is singing a love song to a boy friend or girl friend rather than singing praises to an almighty God------ I have always called this type of song a "Jesus is my boyfriend" song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayne Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 16 Topic Count: 107 Topics Per Day: 0.04 Content Count: 3,823 Content Per Day: 1.29 Reputation: 4,812 Days Won: 2 Joined: 03/31/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 "Jesus is my boyfriend" is a derogatory description of some new Christian music that people claim sounds like you can't tell the difference between singing to Christ in adoration or singing to a lover. The phrase has been around for years and is used by those who don't like contemporary Christian music. It's not literally singing about Jesus as a boyfriend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisFirst Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 21 Topic Count: 315 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 3,491 Content Per Day: 1.26 Reputation: 2,582 Days Won: 3 Joined: 09/25/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 9 minutes ago, woundeddog said: some of the contemporary songs are so light on doctrine and heavy on emotion that they sound like the singer is singing a love song to a boy friend or girl friend rather than singing praises to an almighty God------ I have always called this type of song a "Jesus is my boyfriend" song Ok, yes I can see your point.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisFirst Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 21 Topic Count: 315 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 3,491 Content Per Day: 1.26 Reputation: 2,582 Days Won: 3 Joined: 09/25/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 9 minutes ago, Jayne said: "Jesus is my boyfriend" is a derogatory description of some new Christian music that people claim sounds like you can't tell the difference between singing to Christ in adoration or singing to a lover. The phrase has been around for years and is used by those who don't like contemporary Christian music. It's not literally singing about Jesus as a boyfriend. Thanks for clearing that up for me Jayne?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyAngeL Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Worthy Ministers Followers: 23 Topic Count: 155 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 7,464 Content Per Day: 1.02 Reputation: 8,810 Days Won: 57 Joined: 03/30/2004 Status: Offline Birthday: 12/12/1952 Share Posted October 23, 2016 6 hours ago, woundeddog said: I love the old hymns because they are so rich in doctrine-- not only do they praise God but they edify the believer-- I HATE with a passion the new trend of the contemporary " Jesus is my boy friend" tunes and 7-11 praise songs~~ same seven words eleven times~~~ all they do is put the listener in a trance so their brains are more open bad teaching I have never heard Jesus is my boyfriend, nor would I want to. I mean praise and worship songs. Worthy Is The Lamb, Breathe. It me I can be ushered right into the presence of the Lord. I'm a hand raiser. If I couldn't do that I would have to sit on my hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisFirst Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Royal Member Followers: 21 Topic Count: 315 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 3,491 Content Per Day: 1.26 Reputation: 2,582 Days Won: 3 Joined: 09/25/2016 Status: Offline Share Posted October 23, 2016 35 minutes ago, Davida said: Here's a few examples of what I mean by , Jesus is my boyfriend type lyrics that are similar to contemporary Romantic Love Song. These just don't make it for me as giving thanks, Praising and glorifying the Lord. In the secret, in the quiet place In the stillness, you are thereIn the secret, in the quiet hour I wait only for you ‘Cause I want to know you more I want to touch you, I want to see your face I want to know you more Andy Park – “In the Secret” "Draw me close" Draw me close to you Never let me go I lay it all down again To hear you say that I'm your friendYou are my desire No one else will do 'Cause nothing else can take your place To feel the warmth of your embrace Help me find the way Bring me back to you You're all I want You're all I've ever needed You're all I want Help me know you are near Draw me close to you Never let me go I lay it all down again To hear you say that I'm your friendYou are my desire No one else will do 'Cause nothing else can take your place To feel the warmth of your embrace Help me find the way Bring me back to you You're all I want You're all I've ever needed You're all I want Help me know you are near You're all I want You're all I've ever needed You're all I want Help me know you are near Help me know you are near Help me know you are near Songwriters KELLY CARPENTER, MARK HAYES Ok, thanks Davida, I can see what you mean and I can see the other side as well tbph. For those individuals that have had little or no human love, compassion etc shown to them throughout their lives, I can see that it would appeal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enoob57 Posted October 23, 2016 Group: Worthy Ministers Followers: 35 Topic Count: 100 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 41,236 Content Per Day: 7.98 Reputation: 21,490 Days Won: 76 Joined: 03/13/2010 Status: Offline Birthday: 07/27/1957 Share Posted October 23, 2016 2 hours ago, RustyAngeL said: I have never heard Jesus is my boyfriend, nor would I want to. I mean praise and worship songs. Worthy Is The Lamb, Breathe. It me I can be ushered right into the presence of the Lord. I'm a hand raiser. If I couldn't do that I would have to sit on my hands. either that or your family could tie them down to the song book holder ... and whatever you do don't get all imprecatory on me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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