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I have not written about the dangers of Hillsong and its deceptive "music" in any previous writings, although I categorize it with those I have written about in my 5 articles on today's false church. However, an article I recently came across flashed in red warning neon lights, indicating my sincere need to do so because so many are falling prey today to a form of "Christianity" and "worship" that will deceive them right into hell. In the few words of the reporter, who wrote in an admiring and appreciative way, a stark contrast could be seen between today's widely and loosely held Biblical views with what the Bible actually teaches on the topics the subjects of the article suggests.

It is painstakingly obvious those subjects who hold their words to be true likely haven't even read their Bible from cover to cover, or, if they have, they are lacking in a deeper study of its teachings and Christ's doctrine. Their words are contradicted by scripture. I suppose it is because the article was short and their words and those of the article's author are so closely aligned that it was easy to see they clearly failed to fit—like trying to jam the wrong piece of a puzzle into an obviously incorrect location. Not only do they not fit in size and shape, but, if forced, change the entire appearance and definition of the puzzle's picture. So do the words of the article's author and the deceived subjects of his writing.

Before I comment on the Biblically uncharacteristic way their words screeched in my ears and saddened me in heart, I will not keep you wondering what they were that are so blatantly false and antithetical to scripture. Now I know some of you will say: Ken, what's the big deal? Look how wonderful and happy people are who experience Hillsong's work and music. Got it. Some will say: You're totally off base. How can you justifiably judge someone's sincere desire to worship and serve the Lord? I would only say to those questioners: Seriously?

Since when do emotions trump Spirit in worship? Worshipping in emotions is not worshipping in Spirit, or spirit. (Jn. 4:20-24)  Since when are we not to offer "correction" and "reproof" to those who step out in leading others in so serious a spiritual matter contrary to Biblical doctrine and authority? (II Tim. 3:16: 4:2; Titus 1:13)  One can't just strike out on their own in service without having a sound Biblical basis for doing so, especially if scripture gives clear guidance to the contrary. But, unfortunately, that's where we are in today's modern church culture—whatever pleases the masses, the unsaved, the seeker, rather than what is pleasing to Him.

Let me say one other thing before we continue--one that I know will be widely unpopular according to surveys. Lost people, the unsaved, cannot, I repeat, can not worship God! Why do preachers think they have to put on a good show so they will come back next Sunday? That is not worship. Why is the worship service even being programmed towards the lost? Antithetical to Scripture.

OK, to continue, here's the offending comments by both author and his subjects, as they appear:

1. Author's title: 'These Lyrics Were Directed by God': Hillsong Young and Free Releases 'All Of My Best Friends' Album
2. "These songs were written far before the crazy times that we're going through right now, but we truly believe that these lyrics were directed by God," Mezieres-Wagner told Fox News (emphasis mine).
3. "On All Of My Best Friends, you'll hear inspiration from punk rock, 2000's dance, Caribbean beats, country, gospel, and R&B," she added. "We're really proud to present our interpretation of what pop in 2020 sounds like." (Wait a minute. You just told us how impressed you were that the lyrics were directed by God. Now you say you're proud of your interpretation? How can that be? Choose. It can't be both. Oh, and inspiration from punk rock, et al.? You gotta be kidding!)
4. "Our hope and prayer for this album is that even though we are going through such an unprecedented time that these songs would give young people words and prayers when they may not know exactly what to say," Mezieres-Wagner concluded. (In other words, "repeat after me." I'm sure they mean well but as the saying goes: The road to hell is paved with good intentions."

Now, before I share with you my brief offering of what is wrong with the above positions and comments, if you didn't see it yourself when you read them, give them some thought. Go ahead, I'll wait. No, seriously, go ahead.

That's what I thought. No need for me to comment, right? I've said enough. You don't need it spelled out for you. I don't need to interpret their words. They speak, clearly.

At this point, there's nothing more to be said. Only, think long and hard before you enlist or join with their music for your worship, collectively or you personally.

P.S. Be sure your congregation doesn't sing the Hillsong copyright along with their lyrics on the overhead next Sunday.

See also: The Modern Church.