Pop music composes one of the largest aspects of contemporary culture. Like it or not, Christians should be more informed about the relation between Christianity and modern music. The arrival of "Christian Rock" and other forms of supposedly faith-filled music now challenges Christendom to formulate a more thoroughly biblical view of music in our lives

Many Christian radio stations play music indiscriminately, choosing their rotation exculsively on the basis of Christian music labels. With many bands signed to both secular and Christian labels, and with many Christian bands producing musical content virtually identical to mainstream secular music. Christians should exercise greater discretion with their support of music. The Evangel Society hopes to provide thoughtful evaluation of many controversial bands.

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Chevelle's Uncertain Christian Wittness: Christian Labels and Rock Music
by Keith Miller (9 February 2004)
Well, the issue of what should be played on Christian radio continues to be unclear. Chevelle released "The Red" while being on a secular label and the song had nothing explicitly Christian, yet that song received regular airplay on most of the Christian rock stations. Why? That is easy. Chevelle first signed with Steve Taylor's label Squint Entertainment.

Chevelle at Ozzfest: Confused and Muffled Christianity
by Michael Francisco (29 July 2003)
Just how much should Christians involve themselves in mainstream culture? Many Christian commentators have praised Chevelle for their musical accomplishments and their Ozzfest invitation in particular. Michael Francisco examines Chevelle and their Christian witness while touring with Ozzfest.

Pillar Crossing Over: Why Christian Bands Must be Careful
by Keith Miller (21 July 2003)
While Pillar has thus far written bold lyrics and issued no compromise testimonies in interviews, the true test of their mettle has just begun. Their smash #1 hit Fireproof proclaims that they will hold fast to their beliefs even under persecution, but what about more subtle temptations.

Project 86 "Truthless Heroes": Answering Our Critics
by Keith Miller & Michael Francisco (15 February 2003)
The Evangel Society's initial review of Truthless Heroes generated discussion on the band's message board and inspired numerous, extensive e-mails from disconcerted Project 86 fans. Some aspects of our review are in need of clarification, while others need embellishment. What follows are some extensions and revisions of our thoughts on the methodology of Project 86's new album and the questionable Christianity of their music.

Project 86 "Truthless Heroes": The Message Must be Evaluated Closer
By Keith Miller & Michael Francisco (2 February 2003)
Truthless Heroes is not a Christian album and its songs should not be played on Christian radio stations. The band exhibits stellar musical talent, but fails to provide a message through their lyrics and website even compatible with Christianity. The album's website offers myriad evidences that the band's influences are at odds with Christianity.

Categorizing Christian Rock
by Keith Miller (12 February 2003)
In this article I delineate five ways in which Christians have chosen to utilize their musical gifts. After differentiating between these methods, and offering an example of each, I think it should become clear which of these types should be played on Christian radio stations.