Major record labels are witch covens. Anyone signed to a major label is a witch. There are no exceptions; they literally won't sign you unless you're a witch and when I say witch, I'm not talking about Wiccan; I'm speaking of BLOODLINE witches. These are actually real life, flesh and BLOOD witches and warlocks.
@@90ejb no it doesn’t. Furthermore it costs to spread the gospel in America. It is unrealistic to think that it can be spread for free the way the world runs now.
Gospel Music is a genre of music and a business, it can’t save you, only Christ . It’s just music. Let’s keep our focus on Christ. You don’t have to listen to it. You have a choice.
@@BreezeWithAfrica I appreciate your analysis! Very true and of course it isn’t but we still listen to R&B, Rock, and Pop. Some of those artists are Christians, too. It’s all just music. What defines these genres? Is it the beat or the lyrics? Today’s Gospel music is clearly defined by its lyrics and not the actual named genre. So what’s the difference nowadays? What was controversial then (like The Clark Sisters, BeBe and CeCe Winans) is considered mainstream today. What matters most is your individual and collective relationship with Christ in Spirit and in Truth because “He is the same yesterday, today and forever.” Music will evolve but the Word of GOD never changes. Side note: The Pentecostal Church movement is largely responsible for these changes. No shade though.
You people must learn to separate the gospel music industry from the church. The gospel music industry is ran by the secular music industry. It’s not apart of the church even though they sing and perform at churches.
Spot on and they even have award shows they do the same thing that the world does you other than a few words in the songs from scripture it sounds exactly like the world.
@@anthonystroman8407 it’s all by design brother. If it can pass as inspirational it will be promoted. But true gospel music that sings about Jesus, The Cross, Repentance, and the end times will never be promoted like that. True Christians who sing gospel know this. This is why hymns have died out.
There is nothing wrong with the Church, Jesus himself built the church. Matt 16:18. People who do this demonize the thing Christ instituted. We also see this when they substitute church for kingdom. But Christ said that he’s going to present to himself a Church without spot or wrinkle. Ephesians 5:26:27 The Church is amazing, there’s more to say about this but let’s do better about talking about something God Died for.
🙋🏾♂️ When I was in the US Army, I asked a fellow soldier who was Public Affairs why they don't get gospel singers? He told me they want to get paid, they tell dirty jokes, and plenty of them are NON BELIEVERS! This was back in 2005 he told me this. Man was he right!
@@ladybird23561 Corinthians 9:16-18 KJV [16] For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! [17] For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me. [18] What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.
@@jidowu6019singing gospel music is not preaching. Furthermore, the Bible says not to muzzle the ox that treads out the corn. If a preacher raises an offering at a service it is not a sin for that preacher to partake in the offering. There is absolutely no way to do gospel ministry for free in America. Everything costs. There are ministries who try to take this route and quickly find out it’s impossible to do so. They end up begging for charity or they come to their senses and do what’s necessary. There’s a cost to make Bibles and get them to people. It becomes sinful when the real gospel is forsaken for the prosperity gospel which is heartily centered around money. The gospel should always be about Jesus and not money. This is where a lot of charismatics and prosperity preachers go wrong.
Oh that's worded very well. Goats today is an acronym for greatest of all time, but spiritually, a goat is not of God. I don't know the theological importance, but I do know that a goat is not of God.
When I used to go with my parents (I go to a smaller one or just listen to sermons online now), everytime my parents spend most of their times talking with their friends. Sure the pastor's preaching is lackluster but my parents can't remember what has been told. So I told one day to my parents going to church for them looks like a school reunions where they are gossiping with their friends about other people in the church. I don't like this so I stopped going to this church.
@@UndeniableSA he never was (since being in the industry) and the proof is in his actions then and now. Spiritual discernment is necessary because it’s not everyone that says they’re Christian, makes gospel music and holds a “Sunday service”, that is truly a Bible believing Christian.
Statements like these kind of hit a nerve for me. Thats like saying all the content on RU-vid is trash cause you have people who make those horrible pop the balloon or 20 vs 1 videos. There are 1300 musical genres and millions of musicians out there and man I come across some amazing stuff, adventure outside of mainstream American music this video gives you a good reason as to why!
@@echad6259 🤣🤣🤣 ok says the person doing the same thing I’m doing.. (sharing an opinion on youtube). I’m just suggesting that people need to expand their music taste and step out of mainstream American gospel,rap,pop etc. Check out Florence Adooni a frafra gospel artist from Northern Ghana !
I just wanted to share a different perspective on the topic of charging for gospel music works and performances. It's actually quite interesting to consider whether it aligns with biblical principles. In the Bible, there is a verse that hard work should be rewarded in 1 Timothy 5:18 "The laborer deserves his wages." That implies that they who put in a lot of effort, time, energy and skill into their work should be compensated. Gospel artist have a talent, like any other professionals, and dedicate a significant amount of time and resources to their craft. Charging for their music and performances can help support their livelihood and continue their ministry. I have personally been very touched by some of the songs Kirk has produced. His first 3 albums have ministered to me during some dark times. Music moves the soul- this we know! ❤ At the same time, I think it IS important for gospel artists to approach their work with humility and a focus on serving God rather than solely focusing on making money. Finding a balance between meeting financial needs and spreading their message, which is the gospel 🙂
I agree. "By their fruits ye shall know them." The effects of their fruits should make them pull back and go back to the basics. The allure of being a "Star" and hobnobbing with the mainstream entertainment world is very powerful draw for creatives and a tool for the enemy of our souls to pull them off their upward focus.
Well said. I have no problem with them charging for albums and concerts. I have a problem with worldly mindsets, actions and theology being passed off as Christian. Whether you're Joe Blow or a famous singer. I had hoped he would talk about behavior or song themes but he is focusing heavily on the fact they are making a profit, which is not in and of itself proof of a wayward heart. So far the Kim Burrel info is the only meat. Insisting people in church be silent while she sings solo is quite rude. Especially if it's a known interactive song.
Gosple have become a money making thing. I visited a church and they collect offering 3 TIMES. The second time the so call pastor told the people how much thousands to put in the basket. I was shock. I sat in the church and i felt lost. The pastor said jump they jump is like they worshiping the pastor...
Most people think that the word Antichrist means against, it does not! It means counterfeit. Most people who believe in the Bible know that Catholicism is a Roman pagan religion what they don't understand is that "Christianity" came from that root of Roman Catholicism Christianity is part the TARES that the Messiah warned us about. People will not come to understand this because of the indoctrination. They would much rather hold on to their religion and traditions than to come to the knowledge of the truth!!!! The harvest is coming! The Bible tells us that the TARES get burned up first, then the wheat is gathered into the barn! And this goes against religion and tradition but is 100% biblical!
The red lights, the Illuminati rituals on Grammy stages, the devil horns, the gatekeepers… I’ve seen it all! I was asked to join and said no. I walked away and have suffered greatly. I love Yahawah too much. They forget the camel’s eye and the needle…
@@They_luvvshay Heh heh, yeah I think a slight mistake on that end. I'm pretty sure that putting a needle in the eye of a camel is a lot easier than putting a camel through the eye of a needle. And probably very immoral too.
Yeah honestly he’s blown a lot of money, because he was definitely already a millionaire after stomp dropped. That album went global and that cd was in every black household in America.
It’s entertainment. They are hirelings. It’s why their (women mostly) album covers have also gotten more seductive. Sex sells. They (at the command of those who hired them) will do whatever it takes for a dollar. They’re no different from their secular counterparts.
Most people think that the word Antichrist means against, it does not! It means counterfeit. Most people who believe in the Bible know that Catholicism is a Roman pagan religion what they don't understand is that "Christianity" came from that root of Roman Catholicism Christianity is part the TARES that the Messiah warned us about. People will not come to understand this because of the indoctrination. They would much rather hold on to their religion and traditions than to come to the knowledge of the truth!!!! The harvest is coming! The Bible tells us that the TARES get burned up first, then the wheat is gathered into the barn! And this goes against religion and tradition but is 100% biblical!
They preach the same thing in the pulpit as they do in the rap songs. Its all prosperity preaching and glorifying material possessions. God's people need to return to him. Time is running out
I wouldn't waste to much energy trying to convince them; most of them are too far gone. These wolve in sheep's clothing pastors already have most people convinced that they are following the True Living God. They are actually in love with god of this world.
Yes. In Jeremiah 7, he even goes to the Temple and preaches a sermon on how the Temple Worship was a sham & all for a show because the hearts of the people weren’t sincere. Sounds a lot like today. Worship in many churches are just for a show.
So Christian artists are just Secular artists that don't like the term "secular". I've listen to some these songs from them and bro It's getting hard to differentiate which is "Christian" and Secular. Except one has lines like "God" and "I love you Jesus". Honestly If they wanted to be rich so bad they could just do regular music. If it was really passion they'd just ask for a Donation. But active monetization, That ain't passion no more. That's the money talking.
"If they wanted to be rich so bad they could just do regular music" This is true, but if they did they wouldn't be as big as they are and may not be able to "make a living" singing. I am sure many of them know this. So it's either be at the top singing "gospel" or run the risk of being considered mediocre. Think about, focusing on their voices, would you even be interested in listening to them if they weren't "praising" THE MOST HIGH. This is not to say they can't carry a tune, but line them up with secular artists and many of them fall short. To be honest, I've felt the Spirit of THE LORD in songs one would not consider gospel. One in particular is a song by Day26 titled, "If It Wasn't For You." From the first time I heard that song, I thought it could be a "gospel" song because I think about GOD'S goodness and what my life could be if it wasn't for HIM, every time I listen to it. Nevertheless, THE MOST HIGH tells us to look at the fruit the tree produces. Also, many will cry LORD did I not and he is going to say depart from me you worker of iniquity.
So how should they take care of themselves and their families? If they prioritize gospel and don't just let it go when they gain more responsibilities how should they take care of those responsibilities?
@@ladybird2356 In that case, do you know what the word "carnal" means, and how it is applied to issue at hand? I ask you...would it be appropriate, to apply the use of that word, to the constant behavior of the subject, or do you think Jesus is watching, saying, "Yeah, Kirk, shake what I gave you! That's EXACTLY how I acted while on earth!"? If you think that, then you must go back to God's Word, and know what HE wants from us, NOT what we think. Shall we do that?
@whitneyhouston1122 Chile I guess it just went way over your head🤦🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️⁉️ It's very simple...but all I can do is explain it to you, I can't understand it for you too‼️
@vixii6230 Whatever...life's too short...it's not even that serious...y'all win/won...now plsz go fight with someone else cause obviously yall need to feel validated by the world🤦🏾♀️🌏🤷🏾♀️‼️
She was the second one to do a solo project (1998) and it’s named as such because after so many people asking her when she was going to do a solo album, she finally did.
Worship Music Ministers are supposed to be called "Ministers" not "artists". Worship Music Ministers are to be using their musical gift for Honoring GOD, not themselves. When a person is Born Again they are a new creation in Christ Jesus. They have the motivation to Glorify GOD not to be famous. There is a difference between a Worship Music Minister and an artist. People need to wake up and stop supporting the "artists". Prayer for all of them.
The streaming services is a bit misleading because because you need at least a few 1000 streams to make a penny but the real money is in physical copies, books and concerts
@@whitneyhouston1122 I have nothing against the 90’s gospel. The reason why I mentioned 1980’s gospel music is because the best gospel music era and there were more gospel groups than solo artists
@@whitneyhouston1122 for example, The Mississippi mass choir, The Clark sisters, Rance Allen group, The Staple Singers, BeBe and Cece Winans. That was a great era of Gospel music
What is it that the Master said, If I have to go through these things... The elders would say, "Money exposes your personality". For me it's not about the money, but what you do with it. It's not the money but "The Love of money". Can one sever two masters? We often become what we despised 😥
I LOVED gospel music, was raised up on it. I switched to to Christian music last year. I used to talk about people who listened to Christian music. I had to apologize. I'm finding more peace with God. He led me here.
Most people think that the word Antichrist means against, it does not! It means counterfeit. Most people who believe in the Bible know that Catholicism is a Roman pagan religion what they don't understand is that "Christianity" came from that root of Roman Catholicism Christianity is part the TARES that the Messiah warned us about. People will not come to understand this because of the indoctrination. They would much rather hold on to their religion and traditions than to come to the knowledge of the truth!!!! The harvest is coming! The Bible tells us that the TARES get burned up first, then the wheat is gathered into the barn! And this goes against religion and tradition but is 100% biblical!
Kirk franklin has been around since 1990, i remember him as the choir director for dallas fort worth mass choir, and karen clark been around since the 70s, they earned the money get, and have gotten. Musicians that inspire should get paid. Facts.
Kirk is signed to a label so he would have to do concerts and sell merch to make money. I’m a firm believer that your gift will make room for you but it has to be in the name of Jesus! It’s a catch 22. You sign to a label to make money and do what you love but at the same time, you can’t glorify Jesus like you’re supposed to. 🥴
Great article. People, especially young folk, need to understand that's it's about God, not that funky beat. Be careful what you follow and who you follow. I lot of gospel music will often have incorrect scriptures said so that it rhymes in the lyrics. And often, they're using old hit songs of R&B, so you'll be jamming before you even hear the lyrics. What's bad is that many young folk don't know any hymns of old. Some don't even like them when those songs paved the way for most of the songs you hear. The late Donald Vailes in a workshop told me that "if there's no message, it's just a mess". Something I've express to every choir I've worked with, and years later, I see the truth in what he said.
I don't believe in coincidences. With everything that is coming out now, I literally said yesterday, " I wonder about the gospel music industry." Then today I get on RU-vid and here is your video. Thank you ❤
In 2005, a reggae gospel artiste was performing at a church music program. In between songs he complained that he was being bullied by his colleagues for doing free shows. That struck a chord 😮
I could start to see the commercialization of Christian music at the tail end of the nineties. I think that was when I started paying attention to gospel artists beginning to use secular artists on their songs. What really did it for me was Sunday's Best. I was like, why would they create a show like the world that promotes pride amongst believers?!! That made no sense whatsoever, but the church ate it up!
The black church and music changed so tremendously i remembered coming up experiencing praise and worship as well as choirs seems to me that as black people we have a way of doing things that none other can do but i know that everything had its proper place nowadays everything is about validation and self righteous i miss the days where everyone were glad to be saved and praised God just for the fullness of his glory the oil is missing in the majority of these gospel artists am so glad that some of them were pointed out because the truth needed to be told 💯💯
THEY ARE SO PRIDEFUL AND BOASTFUL!LORD PLEASE LET WHATEVER I DO BE ABOUT YOU AND YOU ONLY! BECAUSE IT IS SUPPOSE TO BE ABOUT CHRIST JESUS AT ALL TIMES!TO GOD BE THE GLORY AMEN!
I actually don’t have a problem with them charging. They are artist not pastors and the music is more for families or individuals who prefer songs about Jesus and god and don’t have to worry about inappropriate music. They are singers… nothing more is how i perceive them
Well, the pastors are getting paid too. Whether there are artists or pastors, no one is working for free. I have never heard or seen a pastor preaches for free. Have you ?
What an awesome video, this information must be put out there to get people to understand that be careful of wanting to get in this music industry. We want to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ yes, but remember to stay in that lane or you will head down a rabbit hole that will take you off that path. Focus on ministry, not the money!! Amen!!
One thing I realized as a child growing up primarily in the 80s is this: once most black churches stop doing long meter hymns gospel music no longer belonged to the church. I think that’s when I started to notice the commercialization of the music to the point that it was difficult at times to tell the difference readily between secular music and gospel music.
I read my Bible and listen to gospel.. I do my best not to fall into anything anymore. Let go and let God.. we don’t have to be a part of it. God bless us all and bless the Lord!
WE ALL WORSHIP DIFFERENTLY AND DIFFERENT CULTURES DANCE DIFFERENTLY TO PRAISE, BUT EVEN JAMES BROWN SAID " WE NOT SUPPOSED TO BE DANCING THE BOOGIE WOOGIE IN CHURCH'!!!
I’m halfway through the video and everything you’ve mentioned so far applies to the entire music industry. High ticket prices, good marketing across different platforms, social media presence. This isn’t some kind of conspiracy. It’s just how you get big in music.
I found your video here after looking for a Gospel song, which was “I will call upon the Lord”; BECAUSE I was reading the words of Zechariah’s prophesy - especially Luke 1: 68 to 71. It reminded me of a song-hymn! One of the artists was pictured on your video, Donnie McClurkin, was singing it. ‘I will call upon the Lord’ in the tune I remember and I thought it was just embellished and repeated BUT the choir in the background sang the rest of it. So much Gospel music came directly from the Bible. 🎵’I will call upon the Lord, for He is worthy to be praised, so shall I be saved from my enemies! The Lord liveth and blessed be my Rock and may the God of our Salvation be exalted…’ 🎶. Thank you, Keep warning us and exalting our Saviour Jesus Christ the Lord‼️🕎♥️✝️ His precious blood SAVED us, not one of us is without sin, but Jesus led the perfect life then died for our sins, and to accept Him individually INTO our life
It's important to know JESUS CHRIST for ourselves. We are to pray seek & search for knowledge wisdom discernment & understanding. That's why so many ppl are led astray by wolves in sheep's clothing!!!
The samples they use are from songs about sex, inappropriate sex acts, drugs, street life, romantic love songs, rock n roll, twerking. Franklins biggest hits used samples from Parliament, Fumkadelic & George Clinton included 3 songs about inappropriate sex acts.
I agree that there is a dark side to the music industry especially with gospel music and rap music and as a way for greedy people to seek people who are vulnerable or naive enough to seek anything about God just for greedy people like them to dig in their pockets and I think you hit the nail on the head in this documentary (W video BTW you're an amazing RU-vidr)
I think people need to understand that the music industry is an unregulated enterprise. There is no formula of success in it. Some songs hit big and some don't. Its unfortunate for the gospel artist that want to make a living off of their art. The safer option would be coming to grips with the fact that it cannot be done without compromise. Good music is hard to make and requires a high levels of skill and talent sometimes. Now that streaming services are here and offer $10 a month to listen to any song that was ever made, artist have a hard time making money to where they gotta take any opportunity they can get. It's sad the lack of understanding people have. People who are the most talented are often hurting inside. Anything to do with the arts is tricky when it comes to monetization, because of the listeners and viewers who look at things too subjectively. For an independent gospel artist, there is little to no return on the money they invest to put out good music. Only for it to be pirated and sold at the lowest price available. The people who control the wealth of the industry often make these artist sell away themselves in exchange for a chance to live half decent! If you sum of Kirk Franklins networth and his age, he would on average be making $250,000 a year since the day he started putting out music in his 20s. That number fluctuates as music becomes more easily available and your supporters instead of buying cds they stream it, and the artist makes next to nothing. There needs to be a solution to where those who are in it for real and want to give God the glory, are supported and can remain independent of music lables!
To really serve God it means we got to take up our cross daily. Christ was very rich in heaven but for our sake he became poor. Problem is many want their reward and riches now, they can't wait for heaven. It is possible to take a normal ordinary every day Job, and still use your talent for God. some times when you perform people might even bless you with an offering. remember Christ heal many and did not charge any of them. Elijah the prophet was used by God to bring about the healing of Naaman the captain of the Syrian army and there was not cost for the service.
@@victor-hn1bh imagine your job tells you, "we might bless you with some money for working for us." Imagine you are your own business and you do work for someone who says they might pay you. We are not talking about blessings and offerings for the sake of it. This is simply a dollar exchange for value and work. You are conflating a lot of things here. Yes It's possible to work a normal job and use you talents for God. It's even more possible that life easily gets in the way of people's passions. You hear it all the time. This isn't about wanting a reward and riches. It's about being able to sustain yourself with your work. Your reward for working at your job is you get paid to sustain yourself. It's the same with anything else. Music cost money to make and you can't depend on people to possibly bless you. If that's the case, Christians shouldn't go into any kinda business or do business with each other if services are expected to be free.
Great video 👏🏽 Can you do a reaction on the Pastor Keion on him shushing the woman who was "praising" loudly so many mixed reactions, wondering your take
Excellent expose. - It is a lot of food for thought.Where does being fed and cared for from yourminsitry end ad the seeking of wealth above the service to God begin?
Let's be clear: This should not be about how "much" money these people make. I see NOTHING wrong with them making money -- and lots of it. The issue and concern should be: 1. Are they "truly" Christians? 2. Are they living and reflecting the life of Christ? 3. And are they "representing" God and His kingdom -- WELL? THESE are the questions. Or are they living like "sinners" -- while claiming to be and "using" the name Christian -- deceiving the masses? And are they "misrepresenting" the kingdom, while bringing SHAME to God and the Body of Christ?? 🤔🤔
All of the Clark Sisters went solo. If the world can spread the gospel and be blessed…how much more can the people of God. Ms Sheard has not compromised her message like Kirk. My choir has just released a song on Apple Music as well. That’s what is for.
I agree with much of this video. Our natural bent is for fame and fortune. We have to be different than the world, and these days, it's hard to tell the difference between some Christian and secular artists.
crazy how Christians artists are getting criticized for making a living. How else are they supposed to survive ? Or is there a cap limit on what they should make ? Keep the word first & everything else is secondary. These ppl deserve to make a living for their level of influence that has had an impact on millions of ppl
Thank you! I’m tired of these broke Christians hating on other Christians trying to make a living to survive. Making money from concerts isn’t wrong. Especially if you donate part of your earnings to charity or something or simply use them to support your family. It’s like they want these people to just sing for free and go broke. Christianity, in modern times at least, is a joke and the word has been tampered with too many times. Plus the modern Christian music scene is just recycled mediocre garbage. All the songs have the same beats, rhythms, and melodies. And it’s not even fun and now it’s not better than secular music. We can’t have nothing good in this world dude. All I do is believe in Yahushua(Jesus) and that’s it. I try to follow what he says to do and pray. I will make a living from my artistic talents and I don’t care who criticizes. Sure we can read his word, but the word alone falls short. His Spirit is what matters. Sorry for the long paragraph lol. I’m passionate about these topics. Have a blessed day :)
Karen never left The Clark Sisters; she simply recorded a solo album - as all the sisters actively/currently in the group have solo albums/careers while actively performing/recording with the group. The only Clarks to ever leave the group were Twinkie (returned later) and Denise.
Is It wrong for Gospel singers to get paid? Why shouldn't they make money like all other artists? This does not mean that all are lovers of money, while i do understand the videos sentiments, there are some in the business for their own reasons. Are we now questioning the artists faith? Surely the content of their music should reveal who they really are...after all not all "Gospel Music" is actually Gospel / or has Christ in it! Some are fake, some are genuine, and yes let them get paid, we all work for a salary for a living.....God knows his children, who are we to judge?
I just received this video today. Everything you have said, I totally agree with. Some of the gospel music today sound like an r&b song or a club song. When I see videos of these new contemporary gospel artists with dancers dancing like they are in club disco, I lose interest in listening or watching the video. Even in church there is no more Spirit filled, holy ghost power in the churches anymore. Too much contemporary and not enough traditional gospel or hymns being played or sang. 🙏✌️👍👍👏👏👏👏💙🙌 New Subscriber here. Thank You
I can not say that I totally agree with this . There is no problem with anyone who has a job to try to make more money. Whether it’s by working overtime, getting a promotion, working at getting a bonus, leaving one job for another company that will pay more, or leaving that place for a better career, we all applaud it and proclaim that God is blessing them into bigger or better. Yes, on can sing in church for the glory of God. The same can be done in a large venue that is NOT a typical place of worship. All of these artists came from humble beginnings. God blessed them to move up and actually get paid for their singing, playing or whatever it is they do. As they become more blessed, more people want to see them. The average church will never be able to hold the thousands of people wanting to hear them, see them in their element. I can not believe you don’t know this about the industry and only focus on how much money they made but venues cost, musicians cost, promoters cost, ect. Do you feel that the artist pay for this out of pocket so that people can come and hear them? They work a regular job and get a regular wage and know they a get thousands of people to come see them and they have to pay for it? It will never happen. It may take more than that persons yearly salary to pay for a venue. But God blesses. We charge for family reunions, we charge for banquets and celebrations, even in the church. So why is it wrong for them to charge for a performance at a venue? I hear all you’re saying and can agree with a lot but this view generalizes everything and every artist. Guess what? When you sing in church it IS a performance also. Call it what you want. But when God blessed you to move to a higher level and you do not move it would be like slapping God in the face. All of us come from the humble beginnings. Most Pastors start as ministers with no church. God blesses and they get a store front, blesses and gets a building, blesses and moves into a bigger church, blesses and now has to build a meg church to satisfy the following. Is that wrong? You seem to say there is no element of worship at these performances. I believe there is. However, it is true that people come to see these artist perform the songs they hear via media. So, are these people really coming to worship? Can’t blame the artist. But in so many performances there is recognition of God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost in some way. Tell me you are absolute that people do not surrender their lives to Christ at these events. Like I said, this is way too generalized.
It doesn’t matter what genre you sing, being an artist takes skill, practice, TIME,and money! These artists can’t tour the world without MONEY! They’d never be able to find sound crews, tech crews, security, musicians, etc that would work with them for free. Without money, gospel music would come across as unprofessional and low quality…. And then y’all would be complaining about Gospel artists not operating in excellence! Y’all are the same people who pay $500+ to see your favorite secular artists but complain about paying for a gospel concert. Most of that $ ain’t even going to the artist; they got to pay for the venue, the LIghts, and all the staff that make the event possible.
I’m all for exposing, but this video is very contradicting. In the beginning, you stress how important it is for everyone to make money right now. Then in the next breath you criticize Kirk Franklin for using his God-given/God-praising talents to make money for him and his team to provide for their families.
@@donoutlaw6040exactly. Jesus did it for free, and he died for it as well. People who use sacred acts to make money off of it for themselves are no better than the Pharisees who Jesus called out for being fake.
@@mraaronhd No, no no Jesus had a treasurer named Judas that kept the money...meaning he had money- an income! His father Joseph was a carpenter. More than likely, Jesus had learned that trade. Paul was a tent maker. Moses herded sheep. Matthew was a tax collector. Peter was a fisherman. They ALL had jobs. This working for free stuff is just ignorance. NO ONE works for free. We ALL have to buy food, pay rent and bills. It's not the money, but it's the corrupt spirit and attitude.
Good afternoon: Gospel has gotten really underhanded & goes extremely odd. Or the ppl in gospel. It's so strange cuz Gospel literally is music of God. My question is " Why you charging 🤔, so much to spread the word..?? " Kinda weird & strange. That lady's egotistical 😮 smh...!! Kanye West is no Christian. What Christian you know disrespects women and curses up like no tomorrow 🤔🤔 & believe he deserves worship, validation & gratitude 24/7. I never bought Gospel concert tickets & truly don't plan on buying some. What happened...?? I'm glad I came across this channel great video. Have a great day 🙂🙂
@@summerm.8746 Is that so, I love 💕 to hear things like that. So then you know she was there at Martin L. King """I have a Dream""" speech. I've read she was the one who was saying behind him, repeating """tell them about the Dream""" """tell them about the Dream""". I'm an ardent reader. So I read that. And she was standing directly behind MLK. So I believe it. GOD BLESS YOU.
I agree with the creator of this video. Gospel artist I follow have concerts in churches. A love offering is taken because our God given gifts make room for us. How can we charge for what is freely given to us? Not to say they shouldn’t be paid, it’s the manner how it’s sought. Listen to the lyrics Richard Smallwood has not ever compromised..his lyrics are straight from the Word of God, world renown as the Bible.
