The Truth About Change: A Reflection on Christian Music
I love Christian music. I always have. There's something about worship that speaks directly to my heart, reminding me of who God is and who I am in Him. Over the years, as I’ve grown in my faith, I’ve learned to really listen—not just to the melody but to the words being sung. And sometimes, a single line in a song can stop me in my tracks.
Recently, I heard a song that’s become very popular: The Truth by Megan Woods. When I first listened, I was struck by the lyrics—they were powerful, meaningful, and full of emotion. But then, one particular line stood out to me, and it gave me a check in my spirit:
“He sees me and wouldn’t change a thing.”
At first, it sounds beautiful—like the ultimate reassurance that God loves us exactly as we are. But as I sat with those words, my heart broke a little. Because the truth is, while God does love me unconditionally, there are so many things He would change about me. In fact, His desire is to transform me daily to become more like Him.
How Does God See Me?
This one lyric made me pause and reflect: How does God really see me? Does He see me the way I want Him to? If I’m being completely honest, the answer is no. While I strive to be the woman He wants me to be, I fall short—every single day.
Do I spend time with Him like He desires?
Do I share Him with others?
Am I a good witness for Him?
Do I spend my money wisely?
Do I manage my home well?
Is my prayer life strong?
If I’m honest, my answer to these questions is often no. And that realization is humbling. But here’s the beautiful thing: God loves me even in my weakness and failures.
Love That Transforms
God’s love is not a passive love. It’s not the kind that says, “You’re fine just the way you are; don’t change a thing.” Instead, His love is an active love—one that refines, corrects, and leads me to holiness. Scripture makes it clear that God is always working to transform us:
“And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.” — 2 Corinthians 3:18
God loves me as I am, but He loves me too much to leave me this way. He wants to change my heart, my thoughts, my actions—everything—so that I reflect more of Him. Until the day I meet Him in heaven, I will always have things He wants to change in me.
The Importance of Discernment
This experience reminded me how important it is to listen to Christian music with discernment. Just because a song is labeled “Christian” doesn’t mean it’s 100% biblical. We need to weigh everything against Scripture, ensuring that what we take to heart aligns with God’s Word.
I don’t say this to tear down the song or the artist—far from it. Music is powerful, and I believe God uses it in incredible ways. But it’s also important to test everything we consume (1 Thessalonians 5:21) and allow the Holy Spirit to guide us.
Embracing the Change God Desires
So, here’s my takeaway: God does see me, and while He delights in me, He also desires to transform me every single day. He is constantly refining me, drawing me closer, and molding me into the image of Christ. And that’s a beautiful, comforting truth.
I want to embrace that transformation. I want to be a woman who seeks after God wholeheartedly, allowing Him to change every part of me that doesn’t reflect Him. Because until I meet Him face to face, there will always be something He wants to change in me. And that’s okay.
What about you? Have you ever come across a song lyric or message that made you pause and reflect? Let’s keep this conversation going—because when we seek truth together, we grow stronger in our faith. 💛
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