Curses! The Readers React We've recently reviewed some CDs by Christian artists who happened to include profanity in their lyrics. We asked readers what they think ... and here's what they said.
He Gives, and Takes Away You're probably familiar with the Casting Crowns hit single "Praise You in This Storm." In this excerpt from his new book Lifestories, frontman Mark Hall tells the story behind the song.
Mark Hall | posted 9/11/2006 12:00AM
How to Fix CCM Mute Math sued its record company for marketing them as a "Christian band." Producer/author Mark Joseph says that's just one symptom of a broken industry... and he's got some ideas how to fix it.
Mark Joseph | posted 9/05/2006 12:00AM
Another Re-Release? Enough Already! With CD sales on the decline, record labels are always looking for new ways to sell albums. But is the constant flood of re-releases really doing anyone any favors?
Christa Banister | posted 8/14/2006 12:00AM
Ready to Exhale Life's pace rarely gives us pause to look deep inside ourselves. Forget finding the answers … for now. I'm just giving myself permission to stop and ask the questions.
Those Bleeping Lyrics Christian artists have occasionally used strong language, and even the rare profanity, in their songwriting. Can that form of self-expression be reconciled with our faith?
Russ Breimeier | posted 3/28/2006 12:00AM
Worship Music Overkill? The praise-and-worship music craze has apparently worn out its welcome with many of our readers, who definitely agree that record labels shouldn't require their artists to do it.
Matthew D. LaPlante in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | posted 2/07/2012 10:16AM
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