OPINION (Fox News) – The lead singer of one of the most popular bands in Christian rock music is joining the growing chorus of believers concerned about the dumbing down of the church and the rising influence of so-called “celebrity influencers.” “There’s a problem here,” Skillet lead singer John Cooper said on “The Todd Starnes Radio Show.” “We could be doing a much better job in Christendom of not elevating people because they are young, cool or look the right way or sound the right way.” Cooper wrote a now-viral
message on his Facebook page expressing his deep concerns about so-called Christian influencers who are openly renouncing their faith and others who are turning their back on biblical teachings. “I’m bummed out,” he said. “I’m pleading with the church we can all do a better job of elevating the right people.” While Cooper did not name names, there has been considerable news coverage given to statements made by Hillsong worship leader Marty Sampson and “I Kissed Dating Goodbye” author Joshua Harris. Harris publicly renounced his faith in Christ while Sampson publicly said he was “genuinely losing” his faith. READ MORE
