By Their Fruits

“In a sense, I have too many people that I love that they are homosexual. I don’t know [if homosexuality is a sin]. I actually had a conversation with someone last night about it. I can’t say one way or the other. I’m not God.” – Lauren Daigle

Christian singer Lauren Daigle was recently asked a direct question on The Domenick Nati Show about whether she felt that homosexuality was a sin. Her answer was, in part, what you see above.

It would be foolish to speak in pride or self-righteousness about how she is a coward or a compromiser or how I would have been so much braver or whatever else. A question like that, in a setting like that, comes with enormous pressure and terrifying ramifications for a popular artist. It would only be by God’s grace, and strong prayer and preparation, that any of us would be able to withstand that kind of societal weight.

That said, she either caved, compromising on clear Biblical truth in the face of such great pressure, or she is genuinely so misguided and/or undiscipled that she really doesn’t know what God thinks about homosexuality. (Or she is a fraud entirely… that’s between her and Jesus)

Whichever of the above is the case, Scripture has strong warnings for those who become teachers, and it is no stretch to apply that principle to singer/songwriters, filmmakers, and other such artists. Prominent figures who compromise core doctrines of the faith are not only abandoning the path of Christ themselves; they are also leading others with them down the wide road that leads to destruction. We must beware false teachers, and encourage others to do the same. (James 3:1, 2 Pet. 3:17)

To Christians who are considering a career in Christian music, filmmaking, speaking, blogging, etc.- before entering such an influential realm, we must count the cost. Hard questions will come. Don’t walk onto the battlefield if you aren’t ready to take fire. Denying or wavering on clear Scriptural truth disqualifies you from teaching or representing the faith of the Bible.

Another concerning reality is that the Christian artistic community, as a rule, is not providing any accountability for their members, nor presenting even an attempt at an effective stand against the cultural attacks on Christian doctrine. With all respect to my brothers and sisters involved in the industry, it is shameful that Christian radio stations and other influential Christian media outlets will not put any pressure on artists or make any statements upholding Biblical doctrine in these culturally critical areas. To continue to promote artists who have compromised core Biblical doctrine is to validate them as role models for Christian media consumers. This isn’t to say that Christian consumers aren’t responsible for their own discernment- they are. But oftentimes these very media outlets are primary sources of discipleship- and shapers of discernment- for American Christians, and Jesus’ warnings about causing little ones to stumble are not exactly flippant. (Matt. 18:6)

As has been said, the soldier who is faithful on every front except the one which is under attack is no faithful soldier at all. If we are serious about standing for Christ then that means “teaching them everything that I have commanded you…”, including the unpopular things. It’s not OK to compromise on God’s Word in order to “reach more people for Christ.” What that really means is avoiding persecution… which Jesus told us to expect. (Matt. 10:24-32)

This also serves as a good reminder to be in prayer for those on the cultural front, that God will strengthen them to stand against the zeitgeists of the world, the lusts of the flesh, and the wiles of the devil.

Stand up! Stand up for Jesus! Stand in his strength alone; The arm of flesh will fail you Ye dare not trust your own Put on the Gospel armour, Each piece put on with prayer; Where duty calls or danger Be never wanting there!

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