The Biblical Mandate to Sing
When Christians discuss worship, they often focus on one primary element of worship above others—music. The church’s songs are without question the most controversial aspect… Read More »The Biblical Mandate to Sing
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A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 7
If God does indeed imbue creation with his own value judgments, we are obligated to order our loves in analogy to his. If what I’m… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 7
Godly men are sometimes wrong
The Bible encourages Christians to look for and respect godly examples. Hebrews 11 includes a list of faithful saints whom believers should imitate (Hebrews 6:12).… Read More »Godly men are sometimes wrong
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 6
In this series, we are establishing a theological foundation for conservatism, specifically the objective nature of aesthetic judgments. See part 1 here, part 2 here, part 3 here,… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 6
Podcast: God-Centered Worship with TJ Klapperich & Scott Williquette, Part 2
In part 2 of this podcast, Scott Aniol talks with TJ Klapperich and Scott Williquette about the regulative principle of worship, what the difference is… Read More »Podcast: God-Centered Worship with TJ Klapperich & Scott Williquette, Part 2
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 5
In this series, we are establishing a theological foundation for conservatism, specifically the objective nature of aesthetic judgments. See part 1 here, part 2 here, part 3 here,… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 5
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 4
In this series, we are establishing a theological foundation for conservatism, specifically the objective nature of aesthetic judgments. See part 1 here, part 2 here, and… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 4
Podcast: God-Centered Worship with TJ Klapperich & Scott Williquette, Part 1
In part 1 of this podcast, Scott Aniol talks with TJ Klapperich and Scott Williquette about how God-centered theology affects philosophy of worship. [podcast]http://www.religiousaffections.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Podcast_-God-Centered-Worship-Part-1.mp3[/podcast] Download… Read More »Podcast: God-Centered Worship with TJ Klapperich & Scott Williquette, Part 1
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 3
In this series, we are establishing a theological foundation for conservatism, specifically the objective nature of aesthetic judgments. See part 1 here and part 2 here.… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 3
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 2
In this series, we are establishing a theological foundation for conservatism, specifically the objective nature of aesthetic judgments. See part 1 here. God’s aseity is… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 2
Podcast: Q&A – April 20, 2010
In this podcast, Scott answers several questions that have been posted in the suggestion box on www.religiousaffections.org, including: Granted aesthetic values r universals rooted n… Read More »Podcast: Q&A – April 20, 2010
A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 1
Characteristic of our age is the wholehearted embrace of relativisms; I speak of relativisms (in the plural) because we can consider relativism from several (interrelated)… Read More »A Theological Basis of Conservatism, Part 1
How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Full Series
I have received several e-mails asking if parts or all custom writing paper of this series may be used in church newsletters, bulletin inserts, etc.… Read More »How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Full Series
How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 6
How can we conserve biblical worship? We can conserve biblical worship by regulating our worship by God’s Word, by learning to distinguish between ordinate affection… Read More »How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 6
Podcast: Can Rap Be Christian? with Michael Riley, Part 3
Part 3 of Scott Aniol’s discussion of Christian rap with Michael Riley. In this episode, Scott and Michael discuss the issue of redeeming culture. [podcast]http://www.religiousaffections.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/03-Can-Rap-Be-Christian-Part-3.mp3[/podcast] Download Subscribe… Read More »Podcast: Can Rap Be Christian? with Michael Riley, Part 3
How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 5
Conservative Christians will be committed to transmitting these worship forms to future generations. This leads to my final point of discussion. If our goal as… Read More »How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 5
Sound Worship Digital Edition now available for free!
I am pleased to announce that the PDF version of Sound Worship: A Guide to Making Musical Choices in a Noisy World is now available to… Read More »Sound Worship Digital Edition now available for free!
How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 4
Conservative Christians will be committed to worship forms that have been nurtured within the community of faith. Such discernment is difficult, however, because all of… Read More »How Can We Conserve Biblical Worship? Part 4
Podcast: Can Rap Be Christian? with Michael Riley, Part 2
Part 2 of Scott Aniol’s discussion with Michael Riley. In this episode, Scott and Michael discuss the issue of meaning in form. [podcast]http://www.religiousaffections.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/02-Can-Rap-Be-Christian-Part-2.mp3[/podcast] Download Subscribe… Read More »Podcast: Can Rap Be Christian? with Michael Riley, Part 2
Risen! Jesus Christ Has Risen!
Risen! Jesus Christ has risen! Shout the news with cheerful voice. Sin’s dominion now is broken; He has payed the ransom price. Alleluia! Alleluia! Jesus… Read More »Risen! Jesus Christ Has Risen!