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FIRE FELLOWSHIP
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"For
our God is a Consuming Fire." Hebrews
12:29
Dear Kurt & Staff, 7/2/99
As I promised in my last correspondence with you I have finished my research of the music frequently aired on WQCK, 92.7FM. The fruit of this study is contained in the following pages for your careful and sober examination. You will see that my findings confirm, rather than disprove, my earlier comments regarding the worldly and compromising nature of the music that can daily be heard on your station. Although these assertions express my personal opinions, I would unashamedly conclude that such sentiments are not without merit or foundation. Nor would I hesitate to declare that God Himself, based on the Biblical revelation of His holy character and His hatred for spiritual mixture, holds to the same views.
You will notice that I took considerable time, upon your request, to document irrefutable evidence for my original statements which defined WQCK as a secular, rather than Christian, station. After speaking with you on the phone Kurt, I felt it was my duty to supply you with the information that you asked me for - specific proof that would validate my accusations of worldliness and compromise. I am convinced that the evidence you requested is clearly documented in the following analysis. Though this thesis is quite lengthy I suggest that you carefully read the factual information contained therein with a teachable heart. The implications of ignoring such profound and obvious truth would indeed be nothing short of dramatic. It is my prayer that this information will alarm and awaken you to the grave danger of being responsible for promoting spiritual compromise.
"The fact is that we are not today producing saints. We are making converts to an effete type of Christianity that bears little
resemblance to that of the New Testament. The average so-called Bible Christian in our times is but a wretched parody on
true sainthood. Yet we put millions of dollars behind movements to perpetuate this degenerate form of religion and attack
the man who dares to challenge the wisdom of it." A.W. Tozer
May I begin by qualifying my motives in sending you my original e-mail letter as well as forwarding you the following information. The Bible says...
Leviticus 19:17 Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thine heart: thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour, and not suffer sin upon him.
Proverbs 27:5-6 Open rebuke is better than secret love. 6Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
Because I have specifically warned those under my spiritual care of the dangers of the music aired on WQCK, I felt that it would be appropriate to personally contact you with my criticisms. I must admit that I was somewhat surprised when you contacted me after you received my e-mail message because I was not expecting a reply. This, I might add, is to your credit. However, I was alarmed at your apparent flippant attitude regarding the deeper spiritual implications of promoting impure music under the guise of "ministry." I was even more shocked at your justifications for such music and the shallow theology that it communicates. You also expressed regret that I couldn't offer more "proof" for the allegations which I made. These factors all contributed to my decision to present you with a more comprehensive explanation for my statements. Again, may I assure you that I have no personal vendetta against you, WQCK, or Bethany World Prayer Center. My aim is to sincerely and honestly share this startling information with you in love. Nevertheless, as you read my commentary on the following topics you may detect my dogmatism regarding this subject. It is true, I am very passionate about this issue, but do not misunderstand this as a lack of concern for you, your staff, or the listeners of your radio station. Primarily, I am concerned for the honor of the Lord Jesus Christ, the integrity of His pure gospel, and the spiritual well-being of you and your listeners.
Kurt, considering the time and effort which I have invested in this correspondence, I would humbly ask that you respect my labor enough to survey these findings with an open spirit. True Christians never recoil at Biblical scrutiny, but rather, invite it. Before you and your staff make light of these arguments please consider the following verses of Scripture.
Psalm 141:5 Let the righteous smite me; it shall be a kindness: and let him reprove me; it shall be an excellent oil, which shall not break my head...
Proverbs 9:8 ...rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.
In my second e-mail message to you I promised to find and document clear examples of three specifics represented in the music aired on WQCK that would confirm my conclusions. This is what I stated...
" I endeavor to present you with clear examples within the 'Contemporary Christian Music Industry' of unbiblical theology, behavior, and music."
Therefore, you will find that this analysis is divided into three sections, each concentrating on the stated areas of focus:
I. THE ARTIST.
A. The lives of three major industry musicians who are frequently given air-time on WQCK are critiqued.
B. The widespread ecumenical error of the CCM industry is addressed.
C. Brief documentation revealing the pervasive worldliness within the CCM camp.
II. THE MUSIC AND THE THEOLOGY.
A. An analysis of the lyrics of two songs heard on WQCK which are typical of the modern mind-set within the CCM industry.
III. A RADIO LOG AND EVALUATION OF WQCK.
A. The statistical results of 16 random hours of WQCK air-time.
It is my prayer that you will humbly study these facts with the glory of God in mind. If reading this material should provoke any questions or comments feel free to contact me at the above phone number, e-mail address, or physical address and we can further discuss this matter.
Hands to the plow,
Pastor
Britt Williams
Document List: [1] Cover letter. [2] The Artist - critique. [3] The Theology - analysis. [4] WQCK Radio Log & Results - statistics. [5] Copies of former/final e-mail correspondence. Note: This thesis in its entirety, all related correspondence, and a personal cover letter was also sent directly to Pastor Larry Stockstill, Bethany World Prayer Center.