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The episode delves into the challenges worship leaders face in the contemporary Christian music scene, emphasizing the need for more diversity, variety, and excellence in worship. The conversation highlights the importance of offering the best in music to God and suggests a shift from "music for evangelism" to focusing on all music being for the worship of God. There is an emphasis on engaging congregations with more complex and challenging music, as well as incorporating a broader range of emotions and experiences in congregational music.

Furthermore, the guests discuss the importance of beauty and art in worship, emphasizing the need for a more diverse and transformative approach to music in churches. They highlight the significance of collaborating and empowering Christian musicians and artists to create more meaningful worship experiences. The conversation also explores the potential impact of art and music in engaging with the full spectrum of human emotions, including lament and darkness, to ultimately lead to a transcendent and redemptive experience.

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In this thought-provoking discussion on praise and worship music, and Christian music in general, Magnus Gautestad and Lennart Östman explore the concept of creating music that glorifies God, emphasizing the importance of the heart behind creativity. They discuss the interconnectedness of beauty, truth, and goodness in music and the significance of being in the presence of God to understand His character. Lennart invites listeners to explore his music on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, highlighting the profound connection between music, faith, and personal expression, and the potential for music to communicate and reflect the divine.

This episode reflects the speaker's belief in the power of collaboration among Christian artists and the value of receiving feedback to create impactful music that reflects and glorifies the Lord. The speaker emphasizes the potential for reaching people outside the church and revitalizing worship, inviting engagement and interaction on Instagram to foster dialogue and connection within the community.

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Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul.

Today, we welcome the extraordinarily gifted Rob Mathes, a true maestro who has woven his life around the threads of music, working with legends across genres from classical to hip-hop and transforming the sacred into song. Rob's annual Christmas concert, celebrating its 30th anniversary this weekend, has been a melting pot of musical styles, capturing the essence of his spiritual journey through soulful melodies and collaborations with icons like Vanessa Williams, Michael McDonald, and David Sanborn.

In Michael's conversation with Rob, you’ll discover the profound personal significance behind his song "Although It Is the Night," inspired by St. John of The Cross’s poem “Dark Night of the Soul”. Rob will also take us behind the scenes of his work with musical giants such as Bruce Springsteen and the incomparable Stevie Wonder. 

This is more than a conversation; it's a journey through the soulful symphony of life and faith with Rob Mathes as our guide. 

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What if someone dove into the theology espoused in the biggest contemporary Christian music of the 1990's?

That's what Ashley Mofield: Senior Pastor at White House First Baptist Church and Rachel Cash, nonprofit expert and grant writer, chose to do. Today they join the show to tell Brian about the inspiration for their new book, Mixtape Theology, which has been endorsed by Michael Tait, Michael W. Smith, Ce Ce Winans, 4 Him, Lisa Bevill, Rebecca St. James, Bart Millard from Mercy Me, and many others.

Learn more at https://www.mixtapetheology.com/.

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This episode features a conversation with the catholic composer Dr. Brian J. Nelson, discussing the intersection of music, faith, and worship. Dr. Nelson emphasizes the importance of creating well-crafted, transparent, and transcendent music that points beyond itself to lead people to contemplate and worship God more fully. He advocates for a balance between modern and traditional music in churches and encourages musicians and church leaders to be people of prayer and humility, seeking the middle ground between utilitarianism and musical idolatry. The conversation also highlights the need to equip and support musicians within churches, expressing hope for a brighter future where the church can serve as a beacon of light in an increasingly challenging world.

The call for unity and support among musicians is highlighted, and an emphasis on the need for encouragement, joy, and resilience in the face of trials. They express a vision for the church to collectively glorify God more fully through their music and worship, conveying the attributes of God and bringing hope to the world. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of creating a holistic and God-centered approach to worship, aiming to enrich church music and glorify God.

Contact Brian at brian@nelsonmusic.com

Documents mentioned in the episode:

Pope St. Puis X: Tra Le Sollecitudini - Instruction on Sacred Music (1903)
adoremus.org/1903/11/tra-le-sollecitudini/

Musicam Sacram - Congregation For Divine Worship - Instruction On Music In The Liturgy (1967)
www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/instruction-on-music-in-the-liturgy-2200

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This episode on SDG Music Radio features the guest Ian Guthrie on the of music in Christian worship and evangelism. He and the host Magnus Gautestad emphasize the need for music to represent the entirety of scripture, facilitate teaching, and build community. The speakers explore the relationship between music, evangelism, and beauty, and highlight the importance of musicians seeing themselves as evangelists. They also discuss the significance of beauty in music, its ability to convey grace and contrast ugliness in the world, and its potential to articulate the tension between law and grace. Magnus Gautestad mentions also his podcast, "Beauty and the Faith," which delves into the relationship between beauty, faith, and culture.

Overall, the conversation delves into the role of music in conveying and evoking emotions, the potential for redemption and renewal in music, and the importance of engaging with culture through beauty. They touch upon the need for a more holistic approach to worship music, incorporating diverse styles and fostering greater participation while ensuring alignment with Biblical principles. An encouragement for engagement and dialogue around the topics is highly suggested.

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In the first episode of SDG Music Radio, the host Magnus Gautestad discusses the divide within churches regarding worship music and the need for unity and understanding between different musical traditions. He expresses concern about the lack of richness and excess of emotions in some worship music and believes that artists and leaders from different backgrounds should come together to create music that reflects and glorifies all the different attributes of God. Magnus plans to further explore this topic in his bachelor thesis and a book, aiming to provide practical insights into the role of beauty and aesthetics in Christian music.

Magnus advocates for a holistic approach to worship, incorporating art, music, and education in the church to deepen engagement and glorify God. He emphasizes the need for excellence and creativity, and discusses his own work as a composer and musician, combining classical with other genres of music. He introduced his other podcast, "Beauty and the Faith," which aims to explore the connection between beauty and faith, and an upcoming event called "Together for Beauty," which seeks to recover the beauty of the arts, music, and architecture. Magnus invites listeners to participate in discussions and engage with the content through various platforms for feedback and discussion.

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There’s a war in our churches between modern and traditional music, but the question is this: Can we creatively integrate the best of both worlds to bring the body of Christ together and glorify God more fully?

Join us on this podcast as Christians from various stands share their voice in a joint effort to develop new creative arrangements and compositions that can enrich worship and empower evangelism. 

And as we do so, can we come closer to ideals in the use of creativity and beauty in worship while we aim to reflect all the attributes of God and teach the whole counsel of Scripture through the church's music ministry?

I’m Magnus Gautestad and welcome to SDG Music Radio

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In this episode, Magnus Gautestad interviews Joel Pelsue, the President of Arts and Entertainment Ministries, about the intersection of faith, culture, and music. They discuss the importance of integrating modern and traditional music to unify the body of Christ and glorify the Lord. Joel emphasizes the significance of creativity in worship and the need to speak to the current culture while honoring God. He shares examples of how music can facilitate worship and points out that God is a redeemer who can transform even what is considered worldly or corrupt. The discussion also explores the power of music in various contexts, including concerts and hip-hop, and its potential to point people to God.

The speakers also delve into the role of music in worship, emphasizing its ability to connect with individuals on an emotional and spiritual level. They highlight the importance of variety in music and catering to different needs within the congregation. The speakers stress the significance of deep theology in hymns and express the need to honor God rather than seeking personal gratification. They discuss the balance between order and improvisation in music and the role of music in facilitating worship in a church setting. The discussion encourages listeners to explore different genres of music to enhance their spiritual experience and offers resources that provide a biblical defense of contemporary worship music. Overall, the conversation aims to foster understanding and collaboration among artists and church leaders in order to create music that is both beautiful and meaningful.

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We're diving in--going deep--into conversation with Steven Curtis Chapman. And Christmas is all in Chicago for him on Saturday December 9, when he'll be playing a concert at the Rialto Theater in Joliet as part of his Acoustic Christmas Tour. 

In our interview, Steven gets very tender about his vision for the tour; while Christmas is a time that we remember those who aren't at the table, a concert can provide a moment to sit and soak in the message of the season.

He reveals his favorite Christmas songs, both to sing in concert and to drop onto the record player while decorating the Chapman tree (which, unlike the Sampson tree, is not up yet). Brian and Aubrey get nostalgic with him and share what his music meant for their little Cinderellas and for their faith journeys, and Steven teases a future as... a wedding singer? Apparently he can do everything, so saddle up your horses for a great conversation.

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Named one of the “Top 10 Unforgettable Artists of 2022” by Air1 Radio, Red Street Records’ Iveth Luna is one of Contemporary Christian Music’s up-and-coming who is on a mission to point listeners to Jesus.

Iveth’s musical journey started early in the Church, where she felt called to use her talents to honor the Lord. When music and God’s word were combined, it brought healing for her through hard times, she began writing music to share with others this message of hope and truth.

Tapping into her experience as a worship leader combined with her pop/Latin roots, Iveth’s distinct sound and bilingual talents give her an edge within the genre. With over 7 million streams in 2022, her debut single “In You”, reached #28 on the Billboard Christian Airplay Chart.  Iveth is hopeful that her music will bring healing to others as it did for her.

We sat down to learn more about Iveth on Behind the Mike: Conversations of Hope. From her music, to her roots in the church and music, to her recent marriage—listen in to find out more about Iveth Luna!
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SUMMARY:
With nine Grammy nominations and a GMA Dove Award for Songwriter of the Year, Matt Maher is one of the leading songwriters in contemporary Christian music. He joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, collaboration, and and his evolving career. 

PART ONE:
Paul and Scott talk about the recent Ed Sheeran copyright infringement trial.

PART TWO:
Our in-depth conversation with Matt Maher

ABOUT MATT MAHER:
Matt Maher is one of the leading songwriters in contemporary Christian music. Raised in Canada, he studied jazz at Arizona State University before launching an artist career and releasing his major label debut, Empty & Beautiful, in 2008. The album spawned the Top 5 single “Your Grace is Enough.” He went on to find further success as an artist with self-penned songs such as “Alive Again,” “Hold Us Together,” “All the People Said Amen,” and the double platinum single “Lord, I Need You.” He has been nominated for nine Grammy awards and was named the GMA Dove Award Songwriter of the Year in 2015. Finding great success with parenthetical titles, Matt has written four songs that have hit #1 on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart for him as an artist: “Because He Lives (Amen),” “Glory (Let There Be Peace),” “Alive & Breathing” (no parentheses), and “The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours),” Additionally, he’s hit #1 by writing for other artists, including “I Lift My Hands” (with Chris Tomlin) and “Come As You” (with David Crowder). Further successes writing for other artists includes Chris Tomlin’s “I Will Rise,” “Third Day’s “Soul on Fire,” and Cody Carnes’s “Run to the Father,” among many others. Matt’s most recent album as a songwriting artist is called The Stories I Tell Myself.   

New Episode Today!! 
Today we’ll come around these intriguing questions: What if His presence is really His plan for us? And, what if His will for our lives is simply to walk with Him and treasure His “withness” with us more than anything? 

The longer I live, the more I’m convinced that the mundane really is the platform that God uses to refine us and grow us…to even shape our lives for longevity! Our part in it is learning to be aware of His presence and being willing to consistently meet with Him in the rhythm of our ordinary days. I know for me, it’s easy to allow the thing I’m building FOR Him to blind me from truly just seeing Him. 

I’m also going to share a song with you today called “Evermore” that comes around this beautiful theme of His presence being what He values most on our behalf! 

I’ll talk to you soon! 
-Christy

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Today on the podcast, Pastor Jeremy Simpson joins J & J again as we conclude our conversation about music.  

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Today, J & J are joined by special guest Pastor Jeremy Simpson as we have a conversation about what music is acceptable or not acceptable to use in Church.  We get this question quite often and we hope that this conversation helps you with an answer.

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