Is There An Ego Problem Within The Christian Music Industry?

With so many Gospel and Christian Artists investing into their 'spiritual craft;' one may wonder how come there isn't a reunion or gathering of some sort to reverence and concede as in show more outward affection for Jesus Christ. Many have argued that egostical traits and self-conceit have impeded the momentum of a National or even International Celebration of Christian and Gospel Music.

Are new artists waiting on older Gospel and Christian Legends to pass on or to exit the Music Industry so that vibrant, newer artists can show authentic gratitude for Christ? Perhaps, this is a possibility. However, Gospel Legends such as Mahalia Jackson and others have helped bring out spiritual outbursts within the souls of many across the world. So there were powerful impacts regarding Christian and Gospel Music. But many Christians are perhaps waiting on a Spiritual Revival or Gospel Revolution in which new artists will bring a new anointing, if you will, to the forefront. 

Some say that a powerful showcase with fire and lights would be an awesome Concert Environment for Christian Rock Artists. They say 'if they can rock for the world, we can rock for Jesus!' That is certainly worth noting. America has tended to awaken in ways when there are extremely illustrious artists arising and performing. But people may have grown tired of following famous people. In Christian and Gospel Music, there is a greater purpose. The true Christian Artist must deny themselves and show outward dedication to God and also so that people will worship God instead of the artist. Christians do believe we 'serve God or man.' So the Gospel Artist is definitely wanting for music supporters to lift hands to Christ and give him praise.

There are various ways that Christian Music could go. There could be a Folk-influence and more of an Electric-Influence as many under the age of 30 are still inclined to listen to an EDM, underground instrumental beat. So there are many opportunities for Christian Artists these days. Are they making an impact or is the ego hindering growth chances in Christianity? Maybe, more preachers could pastor regarding humblings and perhaps artists would be more willing to work together and have a good time praising Jesus Christ. That would be a 'letting go of self' statute and a 'loving thy neighbor' rule. There are so many talented Christian Artists. It would be a shame if they couldn't congregate and entertain millions in America or across the world. There is a purpose. Forgiveness is great. And so is the thought of building up one another and teaching others to not kill. In a climate with so many mass murders and violence, Christian Music is vital. There has been longevity, yet we're seeing a shift in Christian Thought. Many are longing to hear more than Traditional and Contemporary Gospel and hoping to hear more 'Praise and Worship' Songs in which many have new age instrumentals. 

It'll be interesting to see the change in the Christian/Gospel Music Industries. Some are desiring that religious jargon and condemnation of various groups based on personal vendettas must go in order for there to be a powerful, Christian Movement within Music. It could happen. The new age shows that many are wanting to see a different Christian Revival and Revolution. One where people can express themselves without having to wear a suit and tie would be appealing to many.  Also, many are hoping to witness a Christian Revival where many say 'God sees me as I am regardless of style, sexual preference, denomination and musical style.'  People want to express themselves in various ways in Christian Music such as: dyed hair, various rocker outfits and more.
​Some may want to perform to Christian Pop. Some may want to do a Christian Hip Hop Dance instead of traditional Church Praise Dances. There are so many options. God is vast. So we'll be on the lookout to see if people are letting go of egos and coming together to 'love' and 'love to perform for God together as one body in Christ.' That would be the way to go. Letting go of one's ego in Christian Music is defintely the way it's supposed to go. ROCK ON for THE ROCK OF AGES YA"LL!


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​JASON BRYE