Doctrine Matters Podcast

Steven Dew

On the Doctrine Matters Podcast, I talk about primary, secondary, and tertiary doctrines found in Scripture in an easy to understand format. I also spend time discussing current events going on in the world from a Biblical perspective. This podcast will help not only the deep thinker in theology, but it will help the layperson in any Church understand some of the more difficult things we find in the Scriptures. The podcast was formed to run everything both Biblical and current events in our world through a Biblical lens to give God glory, exalt Christ, and encourage one another.

  1. 12/01/2025

    Can Christians Listen to Secular Music?

    Is listening to secular music a sin? Is it worldly… or is it Christian liberty? Most believers have wrestled with this question—and most answers online are either too legalistic or too careless. In this episode, we give a clear, balanced, Scripture-driven answer to one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: Can Christians listen to secular music without sinning? We walk carefully through: Christian freedom vs. Christian responsibility Why the heart matters more than the genre How to apply biblical discernment before you hit play The difference between corporate worship music and everyday listening How music can either fuel sanctification or feed the flesh When something lawful becomes spiritually dangerous Using Scripture as our filter—including 1 Corinthians 10, Philippians 4, and Hebrews 12—we show how believers should evaluate music by: Purity Conscience Spiritual effect God’s glory You’ll learn: Why the Bible doesn’t ban genres—but does demand holiness How Christian liberty can quietly turn into compromise Why some “Christian” music can be worldly Why some secular music can be morally neutral How to know when music has become a stumbling block Bottom-Line Answer: Yes—Christians can listen to secular music. But not all music is profitable, and not all freedom is wise. Your freedom is real. Your discernment must be just as real. If you care about: Living without legalism Guarding your heart Walking in holiness And honoring Christ in everyday life This episode is for you. Like, subscribe, and share with someone who’s always debating this topic. #ChristianLiberty #SecularMusic #BiblicalDiscernment #ChristianLiving #FaithAndCulture #HolinessMatters #WorshipVsWorldly #SoundDoctrine

    27 min
4.7
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On the Doctrine Matters Podcast, I talk about primary, secondary, and tertiary doctrines found in Scripture in an easy to understand format. I also spend time discussing current events going on in the world from a Biblical perspective. This podcast will help not only the deep thinker in theology, but it will help the layperson in any Church understand some of the more difficult things we find in the Scriptures. The podcast was formed to run everything both Biblical and current events in our world through a Biblical lens to give God glory, exalt Christ, and encourage one another.