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Originally posted by supermagdalena
So?  So have you. So have I.  Big deal. :rolleyes:

Originally posted by humblejoe
Sometimes, Christians sin... :eek:

You know what? It IS a big deal!

Romans 6:23
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.


 
 
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is it right to do wrong to do right?

ive learned all i want about POD. from cussing up a storm to playing at a lingerie ball with some major nudity to never mentioning Christ in interviews ive come to the conclusion that i personally dont want to support them. its my own conclusion and no one here has to agree with it.

Someone else here posted that, and I agree with him.
 
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See, the thing is Susan, you have absolutely no proof for any of that.  So either provide some, or where we can get it.  And if you can provide no proof (from RELIABLE sources, mind you), then stop dissing on these guys.

By the way, sin is the wages of death.  That's why we need Jesus, my friend.  You are no worse then POD, not even if they are as evil as you say they are.
 
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"Satan and his evil music in all shapes and forms"

Satan doesn't own any music styles. God owns it all. It's left up to be used for good or bad. People misuse the Bible does that make the Bible Satan's tool? No it doesn't!

"never mentioning Christ in interviews"
Well now you can take that back, read this interview from HIGHWIRE DAZE in 1999.

HD: The last song on your E.P. seems to talk about questioning ones belief in God. Is that accurate and have you ever questioned your beliefs

Sonny: I never questioned my belief, but I questioned whether or not I have what it takes to walk in this world as a believer. It's not easy to be one who tries to follow the examples of Christ. But the bible says that God will give me the strength to do so in a world that hates me. I wasn't raised in the church or grew up a Christian in any way, but recognized myself and how I was living. That last song is actually a testimony of when I became a Christian. I watched my mother pass away of cancer at the age of 37 and she was a Christian the last years of her life. And her example to me as a Christian made me think about life and the world around me. It's easy to follow the world and live life with no conviction. I had been doing that since I learned the word," No." But it takes power to walk and talk like Christ did. To love and serve those around me. To walk in humility. It's not easy at all, but I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!
 
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Thanks almost forgot about Sonny's testimony. His mom really changed his life and God used her to bring Sonny to God. That's why he writes so much about her on all their CD's. Just spending an entire day with Sonny and actually the rest of the band I saw a big difference from the days I use to work for secular bands. I was no stranger to the backstage scene at concerts and being on the bus etc. They didn't have the groupies, booze and drugs nearly all secular rock bands have. With groups like av1611 I hope are just honestly misinformed and think all rock bands must be the same with their lifestyles and relationships with God and would someday open their eyes to the reality that rock music isn't spoken out as sin the the Bible. Again I refer to my favorite Psalm 150. Worse case is they just do it to cause a stir and gain attention, that I really hope is not the case though.
 
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As long as they have no Biblical proof, they'll just keep backing into walls.  I know so many people that are with you on this one! 

Hm.  No response to the challenge?  No reliable sources against the point just made?  None at all?    
 
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First, I need evidence that they are NOT supporting rastafarianism, compromising with the world, using filthy language, or doing anything else like that.
I will not justify those sinful practices from the Word of God, because it condemns them strongly.
 
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I'm not a fan of that style of music at all, but I did find this review of the CD "Satellite" at www.family.org:

Reviewed By: Bob Waliszewski

Pro-Social Content: It should be noted that P.O.D. often uses the term "Jah" as a name for God. It’s a name that has confused some as to the band’s spiritual priorities since it conjures Rastafarian connotations. P.O.D., however, consistently directs it towards the God of Psalm 68:4: "Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name Jah, and rejoice before him" (KJV).

On the hit song, "Alive," the singer is "thankful for every breath," crediting God ("You") for "peace of mind." Cognizant of living in the last days, "Set It Off" sends out a prophetic warning about the "wicked man" and the need to "overpower the strong tower." Listeners would do well not to miss the veiled spiritual emphasis here. If they do, the song will be relegated to the status of worldly posturing. "Boom" finds the singer amazed that a "kid like me could take his mic around the world" for a spiritual cause.

"Youth of the Nation" points out how family relationships matter. The song alludes to broken families and a lack of genuine love as a primary cause for school shootings, suicide and low self-esteem. Referring to God as "Satellite," the singer finds clarity, freedom and purpose in "follow[ing] the Son" and praising His Name with uplifted hands. Although he does question the Lord at times, he resolves to "trust" in the end. "Ridiculous" describes a man’s calling and God-given mission, denouncing evil and negativity. On "Ghetto," love is proffered as the healing force for the world’s problems.

"Masterpiece Conspiracy" addresses believers who are "so scared of my style" that they treat and view P.O.D. as an enemy rather than part of God’s family. And although Jesus is viewed as "the enemy" by some, the singer on "Portrait" sees Christ as God, the Word of Life and the Resurrection. As the title suggests, "Without Jah, Nothing" expresses how life without Jehovah is empty but that in Him, life has purpose (" Without Ja, nothing, you’re nothing/ . . . Jah, I live for/ . . . Jah, we love Him, warriors/ . . . Let everything love Him”).

Objectionable Content: Maybe it’s a bit unfair to classify "Anything Right" here, but the song has a sharp edge that needs to be discussed. The singer angrily rants against an egotistical, hypocritical and false-hearted person—making the cut come across no differently than a Limp Bizkit track (albeit, obscenity-free). Sure, people with runaway egos and disingenuous motives deserve a good tongue lashing from time to time, but a whole song dedicated to such a person will come across as abusive to some listeners.

Summary/Advisory: Except for the one minor exception noted above, Satellite is another fine effort from these not-ashamed-to-stand-up-for-their-faith crusaders who bridge the gap to young people who like to rock hard.
 
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First, I need evidence that they are NOT supporting rastafarianism, compromising with the world, using filthy language, or doing anything else like that.
I will not justify those sinful practices from the Word of God, because it condemns them strongly.

Funny.  I thought it was innocent until proven guilty, not the other way around.
 
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First, I need evidence that they are NOT... using filthy language...

well, so far no one has shown that they use filthy language. The only thing presented was a magizine article that the magizine even printed a retraction for saying they had not cussed durring the interview. If I said that you cussed, and then later apoligized and said that I was mistaken, you wouldn't like it if people went around still believing you cussed, would you?
 
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