The Dark Side of Secular Music: Why This Pastor Says Christians Should Stop Listening |Keith Mawoyo

Описание: In this insightful episode of Wisdom and Purpose with IME, Pastor Keith Mawoyo joins ImeTheFinest to tackle the complex intersections of faith, modern culture, and the "dark side" of the music industry. The conversation dives deep into controversial topics, including the biblical principles of tithing, the spiritual impact of secular music, and the challenges of maintaining Christian integrity while working in the media. Pastor Keith shares personal stories from his career as a broadcaster and his transition into ministry, offering a rare look at the sacrifices required of modern church leaders. Viewers will gain a fresh perspective on church business, modest dressing and why many young people are choosing to leave traditional religious spaces today. Whether you are seeking spiritual guidance or curious about the inner workings of the church, this interview provides thought-provoking answers to some of the toughest questions facing believers.


[01:51] Introduction and Background: Pastor Keith discusses his early childhood memories at a Methodist preschool and how a teacher’s Bible stories planted the seed for his ministry.

[03:26] The Broadcaster Within: He reflects on his early interest in public speaking and how his career in media eventually intersected with his Christian faith.

[04:09] Faith vs. Secular Industries: A discussion on the challenges of being a dedicated Christian while working in the media industry and how every profession has elements that may oppose Christian values.

[06:11] The Call to Ministry: Pastor Keith explains what it truly means to be "called" by God, describing it as a personal and often challenging journey rather than an immediate feeling of excitement.

[10:07] Deep Dive into Tithing: * [10:35] Law vs. Principle: He argues that tithing is not a "shakable" law in the New Testament but rather a principle and a personal decision based on revelation.

[12:03] Heart-Based Giving: Discussion on why the New Testament demands can sometimes be higher (even 100% of a heart's devotion) than the Old Testament's 10% legal requirement.

[18:41] Personal Testimony of Giving: The Pastor shares a personal story from 2008/2009 about giving his last dollar and how he believes it led to unexpected employment and financial breakthroughs.

[23:28] The Role of a Pastor: He defends the financial support of pastors, explaining that real ministry involves hours of prayer and intercession for the congregation, which often goes unseen [26:00].

[30:06] Is Church a Business?: Addressing the criticism that churches "sell invisible things," he argues that the spiritual labor and effort required to lead a church far exceed that of a typical business [31:18].

[40:06] The "Dark Side" of Music:

[40:25] Music as a Spirit: Pastor Keith asserts that music is a spiritual force that can influence a person’s character and emotions, regardless of the genre.

[41:58] Listening to Non-Gospel Music: He expresses concerns about listening to secular music, suggesting it can open "gateways" in the spirit.


[45:32] Paying Musicians in Church: A discussion on whether church media teams and musicians should be paid for their services.

[50:26] Modesty and Dressing in Church: The Pastor talks about the importance of dressing respectably in church and shares a story about a sex worker who found transformation through the church without being judged for her attire [54:15].

[55:59] Leadership and Youth: He discusses age and spiritual wisdom, noting that being a young leader is possible if one is full of the Holy Spirit.

[01:00:43] Final Five Questions: Short-fire questions covering universal laws, best advice received, and his feelings on being a broadcaster.