Learn More about the Songwriter Initiative:
https://www.cui.edu/academicprograms/christcollege/center-for-worship-leadership/songwriter
Music from the Songwriter Initiative
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3R1O9BFY1fGEI6aoZfNFfB8eEYxp2-F&si=0a8D71hlAmDZCFFg
In today’s episode, Tim and Jack sit down with Kip Fox, director of the Songwriter Initiative at Concordia University Irvine. Kip’s research into Luther’s theology of music may surprise you. Luther wasn’t afraid of emotion, innovation, or new styles—in fact, he believed the Church should be at the forefront of creativity.
In this conversation, we explore:
- Why Luther rejected the idea that music is “dangerous”
- How contemporary worship has matured in Lutheran settings
- Why some popular worship songs create real theological problems
- Why the LCMS may be entering a musical renaissance
- How 188+ Lutheran songwriters are creating thousands of new songs
- Why all TSI resources are free and made for local congregations
Whether you’re a traditional hymnal purist, a modern worship leader, or someone who loves both—this episode will challenge and encourage you.
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