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• Listening Wisely: Principles for Enjoying Worship Music, Part 3

  Join Pastors Greg DeWeese, Tom Drion, and host Mike Dionne for the final episode of our “Listening Wisely: Principles for Enjoying Worship Music” series. In this concluding instalment, the team brings together all the insights from previous discussions and tackles some of the most practical—and sometimes controversial—questions facing churches and individuals today.What does it look like to set aside personal preferences for the good of the church? How do we choose worship songs that build up the body and honour God, especially in a world full of musical styles and influences? The pastors discuss biblical principles for discernment, the importance of content-driven worship, and the need for unity over uniformity.You’ll hear honest reflections on:- Navigating musical preferences and church unity- The role of discernment in choosing songs and artists- How to handle associations with questionable movements or musicians- Practical wisdom for your own playlists and daily listening- Avoiding pharisaicalism while pursuing biblical principlesWhether you’re a worship leader, musician, or simply someone who loves music, this episode will help you think wisely about what you sing and listen to—both in church and in everyday life.Have questions or feedback? We’d love to hear from you! Please email [email protected] and your question may be featured in a future episode.Listen in and discover how to enjoy worship music with discernment, joy, and a heart set on Christ.

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• Listening Wisely: Principles for Enjoying Worship Music, Part 2

  Welcome back to The Tube, the podcast ministry of Grace Life, London, where pastors gather for roundtable discussions on faith, worship, and church life. In this episode, we continue our exploration of worship—specifically, musical worship within the church. If you joined us for part 1, you’ll recall our deep dive into the definition of worship as honour and adoration directed to God, involving our whole selves and enabled by the Holy Spirit.Today, in part 2, we pivot from the foundations of worship to the practical and sometimes controversial questions surrounding worship music. We’ll be unpacking the biblical principles that guide both the substance and the style of the songs we sing, wrestling with personal preferences, cultural influences, and the challenge of choosing music that truly honours God. Whether you’re a worship leader, a musician, or simply someone who loves to sing, this episode will help you think wisely about what it means to enjoy worship music in spirit and truth. Here’s what you can expect in this episode:1. Substance of Worship MusicWhat makes the content of a worship song biblically sound?The importance of truth in lyrics and how it stirs our affections and will.How worship in spirit and truth involves the whole heart—understanding, affections, and decisions. 2. Style of Worship MusicAre musical instruments and styles neutral, or do they carry meaning and associations?The tension between personal preference and corporate responsibility in choosing styles for worship.How certain genres may embody rebellion or other attitudes, and the challenge of redeeming styles for worship. 3. Emotionalism vs. AffectionDistinguishing between emotions and affections in worship.The role of music in moving us emotionally, and the dangers of manipulation or distraction.Biblical guardrails for style: decorum, dignity, and fittingness with God’s character. 4. Cultural and Historical InfluencesHow church music has evolved, often borrowing from contemporary styles.The shifting associations of genres over time and the Christian responsibility to be sensitive to others’ backgrounds. 5. Wisdom in ListeningThe impact of what we fill our minds with—content over style.The need for discernment in personal and corporate worship choices.How music can powerfully shape our thoughts and affections. 6. Looking AheadA preview of part 3: articulating a church philosophy of worship, and discussing separation and association—how we decide what music and musicians to platform or avoid. 

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• Listening Wisely: Principles for Enjoying Worship Music, Part 1

  Join Pastors Greg DeWeese, Tom Drion, and host Mike Dionne for a roundtable discussion that goes beyond the surface of worship music. In this episode, the team explores what true worship means, challenging the common idea that worship is just about music. Drawing from Scripture and practical experience, they unpack how worship encompasses every aspect of life—prayer, preaching, singing, and daily living—and how our choices in worship music reflect our honour and adoration for God.Whether you’re choosing songs for personal devotion or corporate worship, this conversation offers biblical principles for discerning what to listen to and how to engage with worship music in spirit and truth. Expect thoughtful insights, honest reflections, and an invitation to participate by submitting your own questions for future episodes. Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding and enjoyment of worship music, this podcast helps you listen wisely and worship wholeheartedly.

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• The Sufficiency of Scripture and Psychology, Part 2

  In Part 2 of the episode, pastors Adam Waller, Greg DeWeese an Mike Dionne delve into the complex relationship between the sufficiency of scripture and psychology, particularly within the context of mental health, medication, and pastoral counselling. They explore various scenarios, such as Christians dealing with depression, the use of medication, and how these issues intersect with sin, personal responsibility, and scriptural guidance.Key discussion points include:Medication and Sin: The hosts debate whether taking medication for mental health issues is inherently sinful. They emphasise the importance of intention, legality, and ones relationship with God when considering such treatments.Pastoral Counselling vs. Medical Advice: The episode stresses the need for careful pastoral counselling tailored to individual circumstances, ensuring that advice aligns with biblical principles without undermining necessary medical guidance.Christian Response to Mental Health Struggles: Practical advice is given on how Christians can support family members or friends with mental health diagnoses, such as OCD. They highlight the importance of compassion, understanding, and guiding loved ones to trust in God's sufficiency.Challenges for Christian Professionals: The hosts discuss ethical dilemmas faced by Christian doctors and educators when secular expectations conflict with biblical convictions, encouraging wisdom, integrity, and reliance on Gods sovereignty.Personal Responsibility and Growth: The episode concludes with reflections on the sufficiency of scripture in every area of life, encouraging continuous growth in biblical knowledge and application.Resources Mentioned:Books:Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up by Abigail ShrierThink Biblically: Recovering a Christian Worldview (2nd Edition) by John MacArthurCounseling: How to Counsel Biblically by John MacArthurInstruments in the Redeemer's Hands by Paul David TrippA Theology of Biblical Counseling: The Doctrinal Foundations of Counseling Ministry by Heath LambertBlame It on the Brain by Edward T. WelchLies My Therapist Told Me: Why Christians Should Aim for More than Just Treating Symptoms by Greg GiffordBiblical Counseling and Mental Disorder Diagnosis (Critical Issues in Biblical Counseling) by Jenn ChenBiblical Counseling and The Psychologies (Critical Issues in Biblical Counseling) by Ernie BakerBiblical Counseling and Common Grace (Critical Issues in Biblical Counseling) by Heath Lambert and Ernie BakerCourses:Hermeneia Bible Training Centre https://www.hermeneia.org

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• The Sufficiency of Scripture and Psychology, Part 1

  In this episode of The Tube Podcast, pastors Greg DeWeese, Adam Waller and Mike Dionne delve into the core tenets of the sufficiency of Scripture, contrasting it with modern psychological frameworks. Building on a recent five-week sermon series on The Sufficiency of Scripture, they discuss how Scripture provides comprehensive wisdom for all of life and godliness, even when facing complex mental health issues.Join the discussion as they explore the spiritual dimension of human existence, the immaterial aspects of the soul, and the potential dangers of relying solely on secular, materialistic psychology. They candidly address questions about counselling, discipleship, and the pastoral role in soul care, providing biblical insights into mental wellness, human behaviour, and personal growth in Christlikeness.

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