Still like that old time rock ‘n roll
That kind of music just soothes the soul
I reminisce about the days of old
With that old time rock ‘n roll.
 

Someone sent me these four lines and I checked it out. I found the whole song and was struck by this bit:

Won't go to hear them play a tango
I'd rather hear some blues or funky old soul
There's only sure way to get me to go
Start playing old time rock 'n roll
Call me a relic, call me what you will
Say I'm old-fashioned, say I'm over the hill
Today' music ain't got the same soul
I like that old time rock 'n roll.

Change "rock ‘n roll" to "Christ-honoring music" and you have the churchlady's sentiments exactly.

One is struck with all this ephemera. No one can keep what he loves because he changes and what he loves changes. Wouldn't it just be grand if Christians loved and understood what never changes?

Of course this sentimental hedonism always comes back to bite. Check out a version of Christianity I found recently. Here speaks a grandson of evangelicalism, also living on the trailing edge of the times.

You do not need a salvation testimony : We clearly follow Jesus and worship Him, but if you don't, that's cool.

Disagree with our Statement of Faith : We like people who disagree with us as long as it's for the purpose of learning from each other and it's all done in love.  But please please please, if you disagree, speak the hell up!

Disagree with our Core Values : Well, we're a missional run community, chances are  if you think the same way, you'll like it, but if you think differently you won't and probably seek community elsewhere, BUT you can come.  We still love you!  Just re-read he explanation about our ‘anti' Statement of Faith above.

Sprinkle or Dunk, if you choose to follow Christ, we don't care, just get wet : And we'll share bread and wine together too. 

Don't get involved with us : Get involved in your community and your world.  Go be light in darkness.  Build relationships.  Invite the sinners and tax collectors to dine with you and you with them.

Don't Participate in Ministry : Live the Revolution

Isn't that precious?