Amazing Grace an Old Testament based song? Although based in 1 Chron. 17, John Newton wrote it after accepting Jesus Christ as His Lord and Savior. He was thus saved by grace.

Being a Christian myself, I was thrilled with the song. We live in a Judeo-Christian nation, whether anyone out there wants to legalize it or not. We Christians have been smacked down so much in the last several years to the point where all the other religions are “politically correct” to bring up in media and society, but Christianity is not. For the producers to be brave enough to fight the injustice done to us, the common Christian, I can only applaud their efforts. This was a show about helping those less fortunate. Ask yourself this……..what are the usual agencies, that on a daily basis, help these people? Yeh. You guessed it. Christian ones. Who are the biggest givers, as a whole, in the world? Yeh. Christians. Why? Because of what we have been given by grace. May the peace that passes all understanding be yours this day. Love to you.

Yes I get your point that there are many religions out there but of all of them Christianity seem to dominate when it comes to giving and that is based on the teachings of Jesus. As a matter of fact, let us look at it as God inspiring the producers to put that song in and it may just draw more people to accept Christ and to give more. What I hope though, is that the song was not used to influence people in the wrong way; in that the producers do not believe in God or Christianity but know that the larger society are Believers so this song may influence them to give. Using God and Christianity for the wrong reasons can be detrimental………..

So because you feel “smacked down”, I should feel excluded?
I wonder how Simon and Paula felt (both Jews).
BTW, Jews give more proportionately to charity than any other faith group. But we don’t when we’re exhorted to in an evangelistic manner. We can give our money elsewhere.

I dont think it really matters what song was sung. I think they could of sung an AC/DC tune and it would of all been same. I am pretty sure the poeple in Aferica who will benefit from the donations dont watch american idol. I am pretty sure they dont have tvs either. What matters to them is people care and want to help, not songs.

An they just did it again on the results show.
I guess they aren’t interested in marketing to anyone but Xians.

I think it was inappropriate. I don’t have a problem with the Idol contestants choosing to sing songs with religious references if that is what they believe, such as last week when Jesus was mentioned in several of the songs. But I think Idol crossed the line with having all the contestants sing a Christian worship song. It alienates viewers who don’t relate to Christianity and makes them feel excluded and preached at. Same if the idols were singing a song praising another religion’s god. I know some of the idols are Christian, but I don’t know if all of them are. If they aren’t, I hope they did not feel uncomfortable or fake singing a Christian worship song. I have visited the American Idol forums and they are completely censoring any threads that are expressing the opinion that singing a Christian worship song was inappropriate. I am also offended by the first comment implying that Christians care the most about helping other people. That is simply not true. You don’t have to believe in Jesus or God to care about people who are suffering. Generosity and love are not tied to any religious beliefs.

all i have to say is: if you don’t like it, don’t watch it.

Katie,
How would you like being in a contest and being told to sing a song in praise of Allah? Would you do it?
The show is supposed to be marketed to all Americans. Gasp! All Americans aren’t Xian. If I wanted to hear about JC, I would visit a church. And I really didn’t appreciate having to explain to my son why American Idol was singing Xian songs. A child is more alienated than an adult can be.

That’s exactly the kind of insensitive response I’ve seen on the Idol message boards. I wish people would at least try to understand why people of other religious beliefs might feel alienated by such a strong endorsement of one religious belief before popping off such a quick response. If they called it Christian Idol, I’d have no problem with it and I just wouldn’t watch it because I wouldn’t relate to it. But I am upset that one of my favorite television shows that’s supposed to be about singing is suddenly becoming about religious preaching. Again, I’m not saying the idols have to hide their faith or that religious references to songs should be completely banned from American Idol. But I think there’s a line somewhere between a song with religious references and a song that is worshipping any god, Christian or otherwise.

I love Dolly Parton. I enjoyed hearing her sing her song last week because I know she has a strong Xian faith. It’s a part of who she is, and I totally respect her for it. Kristy Cook did the same thing last week. I know she’s a Xian and I’m glad it brings her joy.
But this song was preachy. It was put forth by the producers and it was a stupid move. You don’t alienate part of your audience.

I am a Christian, and I was both extremely surprised and thrilled when they sang one of my favorite worship songs. There is so much on TV that I can’t let my daughter watch because it would bring up too many questions that she is not ready to ask. You can’t even watch a football game because you wonder when your kid is going to ask, “Mom, what is erectile dysfunction”. I hope the producers didn’t just do it to get money! And, yes I would be deeply offended if the song was about Allah because we know that there are many Muslim extremists ready to kill us, and our Jewish friends whom we know, as a nation, must be protected, and yes, I do believe that is why this country is so blessed, indeed, because we do assist Israel and give so much to others around the world. Blessings to all Believers and all on earth!

Do you care enough for your Jewish friends not to push your religion down our throats?
Now I have to worry about letting my son watch Idol because I don’t want others’ worship songs forced down his.

First off, I don’t care that much one way or the other on the song choice. It’s all about getting and keeping viewers (and in this case, getting donations), so you play for the majority.
Where I find myself in my thinking, though, is disappointment that there seems to be a need to call on religion (any religion) to influence giving to the poor. Or, as shown by the second post, a need to keep score on what group does more or less.
I’m agnostic, and I give because there are fellow human beings in need. Isn’t that what it’s suppose to be about? I don’t give because of religion. Does that make my gift worth less? Does not having a higher power (or at least, not being sure about it) over me mean I can’t do anything for good?
It shouldn’t be about religion. It should be about being part of humanity, and not being content with letting suffering continue.

Interesting that they began the results show tonight with the same song, “Shout to the Lord”. I was surprised to hear them sing a contemporary Christian song when trying to appeal to a mass audience. But whatever. At one time in my life I would have been thrilled. My belief system has changed, I’ve become so much more open to teachings that are out there – no matter what label they fall under. My criteria now is, “How does it feel for me?”
Was surprised to see Michael Johns voted off. I’m pretty sure either Syesha or Carly will be the one to go next week. To be honest, I don’t like to see any of them go at this point. After watching them for so many weeks I start to feel a connection with them.
I live in Canada, So I don’t vote for the contestants, but if I did I would vote for David Archuletta. He has such an amazing voice. Sometimes I’m moved to tears just listening to him.

I think it was most appropriate. American Idol is a show based in America, a nation founded on Christian Beliefs and a fear of our great God and savior. Idol gives back is a multicultural experience. But that is bringing us (Americans) back to our roots and praising the same God who has blessed our nation and us so much that we can have things like American Idol or even tvs. You know, even the poorest person in America has more than some of the richest people in other countries, so GOD HAS TRULY BLESSED AMERICANS and it’s perfectly appropriate to sing a praise song to him.

I agree with the person who posted if you don’t like it don’t watch it. This is first and foremost a Christian Nation. We invite other religions to live with us and share with us but if it wasn’t for our Christian faith they would be in thier birth countries singing what ever song they want to. You don’t go in someones elses’s house and tell them what to do. If you don’t like what they have to sing you go home and sing what you want. Christians would love you no matter what you sing. That is what our nation is based on. Don’t forget it.

For the non believer, how can you be upset as you don’t believe anyways?? I hear stuff daily that I don’t like and turn it off or change the channel. If this were 50 or 100 years ago not a peep would be heard. It is great to to be able to express your opinion..Thank God you still can.
Can you say Cuba or Tibet or China?? W/out God no freedom will reign.
True Chrstians are very tolerant, not judgemental of those who have different beliefs. Christians only know what Christ has done in Their lives and we can share that with those that don’t know Christ. If others chose not to hear, that is their choice. Not too much different from knowlege that is passed on to educate.
Think about all the bending of the US society to include those that come from other backgrounds to be included, it happens daily. This nation was founded on Godly principles for all. I was happy to hear and see the Network not be worried about political correctness for a change. If you polled the 100% of the population, 10% on either side would be over zealous in their position, the remaining 80% would be supportative of or no opinion on this issue..

I was surprised that there was actually a good song sung on Idol. Whether you like it or not, Jesus said, …no one comes to the Father but by me (Jn 14:4). “Every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord” (Phil 2:11)Intolerant? Complain to God about it! You’d better hope we’re wrong!

I agree. This country’s christian background is strong. Those who come to our country are humbly welcomed. You either respect our rights and beliefs, or you are perfectly free to adopt your own. However, don’t begrudge our rights to believe what we may, nor worship whom we wish to worship. It’s the AMERICAN way, and last time I checked, this was AMERICA.

Everyone has a right to there opinion, thank you God for creating America to do so. But…..was it appropriate? Why is it that anything else can be seen, shown and done on TV, School, Polotics, and know one cares if it offends a Christian because it is their choice to be one. But why is it that we can not pray in school, but others religions are taught and allowed to. Why is it that the Bible can not be taken in some schools, public meetings and such but everyone else can? Why is it that public buildings are not allowed to put a manager up as their choice without offending everyone else? Freedome of choice only means if you are not a Christian. I believe everyone should have a right and that should mean the Christians too. Was the song appropriate doesn’t really matter. It was a nice gesture to reach everyone that night with everything that was presented. Kind of cool that the song is from Austrial and the idol that got cut is from there too, what a comfort for him. Cut a little slack in the world and let new things happen. Thanks for the freedom to speak/blog my first time ever.

I like the song, but I thought it was inappropriate. Not all watchers nor all Americans are Christian. I think they could have found an inspirational song that was more inclusive.
Also in response to one of the comments above, if we truly went “back to our roots” we might actually be singing something a bit more tribal, as the aboriginal people of this land are not christian. The real Americans are the indiginous people that were here before Mr. Columbus “discovered” this land. However if you have ever listened to and understood the meaning to a “native american spiritual”, you would know they are as beautiful and reverent as “Shout to the Lord”.
THANKS FOR READING.

As producers of a television broadcast, you have the right to use whatever song you choose. There’s nothing in the constution that says no one can ever be offended. Why would people be offended anyway? Where is it writen that EVERYONE has to be represented all the time? Everyone has a right to take part in whatever religion and just because NOT ALL viewers are Christian doesn’t mean we have to pretend none of them are.

Tom, I want you to point out where in my post I said I was upset with this move. I said I was disappointed that saying do the right thing just because it’s the right thing isn’t enough.
I honestly get tired of the constant need to invoke religion or patriotism or fear or what have you in order to help the less fortunate. Why can’t saying “do this becuase you know it’s right” be all you need?

I also agree that we should be able to speak the name Jesus and pray in schools or where ever we want to and the “BIBLE” does say that every knee shall bow and every tounge shall confess that Jesue Christ is Lord, when you see other people from other religious groups praying or speaking about their so called gods do you have a problem with them?Jesus is the Christ, the son of the living the true God who created the universe and everything in it.

When that song came on at the end of the Idol show, I just rolled my eyes. A song that starts out by saying there is “none like Jesus” is clearly saying that all other religions are second best. Is that what Idol is all about?
I don’t mind songs that credit the Divine for who we are, what we have and for inspiring us to give. But this song was clearly a song only for Xians. What I heard was that only Christians really know the meaning of giving. But the Christian Scriptures clearly show that even a Samaritan (non-Jew, non-Christian) knows how to show compassion.
Oh, Jesus, save me from your followers!
blessed be,
Cern

What is the American public afraid of? I thought the remaining idols singing “Shout to the Lord” was fantastic!!! Why are we always so timid to show love for our Savior in public when He has never shown us anything but the same? Remember His sacrifice on the cross. It’s pitiful in this day and age when we are comfortable with teenage sex, drug use, homosexuality and foul language but we put up a barrier when it comes to Jesus. We are so blessed that He’s a forgiving God. And to all you unbelievers what will you say when He comes back in all His glory? All He wants is to get to know us personally is that so wrong?
Sincerely, a proud Canadian Christian

America wasn’t built upon Evangelical Christian principles which include trying to convert everyone no matter how brashly, insensitively or insultingly it is done. America was built on an older Enlightnment concept that recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, therefore each and everyone has rights. Your right to preach at me ends at my right to not be harassed by you.
Maybe Christians used to see the dignity and worth of everyone. Maybe they used to recongnize that everyone is a child of God. Maybe they used to respect that you were free to believe or not believe in a different religion if you chose to. A lot of Christians today don’t respect anyone believing anything but what they believe.
blessed be,
Cern

I agree with the person who posted if you don’t like it don’t watch it. This is first and foremost a Christian Nation. We invite other religions to live with us and share with us but if it wasn’t for our Christian faith they would be in thier birth countries singing what ever song they want to. You don’t go in someones elses’s house and tell them what to do. If you don’t like what they have to sing you go home and sing what you want. Christians would love you no matter what you sing. That is what our nation is based on. Don’t forget it.
I think Tess’s post sums it up pretty well:
It’s our country and you damn well better play by our rules or you can just leave.
Well guess what dear? My home is the U.S. I am not Xian. Therefore, I WILL be offended when you push your religion in my face and I WILL be offended when you tell me this is a Xian country and all my rights come as a gift from you.
JC is mentioned nowhere in OUR constitution. Deal with it. We’re here. We’re not leaving. And we’re not ceding an inch of our rights.
P.S. Ryan Seacrest SUCKS for torturing Michael Johns.

I agree with the author; while there should be not restrictions on spiritual or even religious songs being
included in otherwise secular shows, the fact that this song was specifically Christian makes it inappropriate. A significant portion of the performers and audience, many of whom donated either their time or money, were obviously not Christians. A song that would have included everyone would have been the right choice. The focus in media ought to be to bring people together and mindful choices should be made to achieve that goal.

God is good, his will be done.

I missed the show unfortunately. However “IF” you don’t believe in Jesus Christ The Lord and Saviour of All why get offended by people singing praises to Him. I can assure you that everyone singing that song was not a christian. To be a christian means to be “CHRIST- like”. Don’t worry because you saw, heard or watched people sing the song. You weren’t converted. I am a believer and I’m impressed that the networks would even allow them to make mention of Jesus on the air like that, let alone sing praises to HIM. To GOD be the Glory. Even on a show like American Idol He STILL comes out on top!
“If though shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him ffrom the dead, though shalt be saved.” Romans 10:9 kjv
He’s still trying to get your attention.

I am – again – appreciating how some people are reminding me that we are here only by their good graces. And how they are not understanding.
The show is marketed to everyone. By singling out one group’s religion, they are promoting it and alienating many others. Why do you not get that?
I guarantee you if a song to Allah was song by the group, as promoted by the show, people would be FLIPPING out.
If a Jewish song was sung, as promoted by the show, people would be FLIPPING out.
They would say that the show was persecuting them by entertaining another religion.
I must say, boycotts can do wonders. If they do this again, maybe if Jews (as an example, since I am one) boycott the sponsors of Idol, I wonder how long it will take for an assurance that something like that will never, ever happen again.
The American Family Association isn’t the only group that can do a boycott.

He’s still trying to get your attention.
I think that’s his followers, and it’s getting rather annoying already. I doubt there is a living American who hasn’t had NT verses flung in their faces.
Can you not talk about a television show without quoting bible verses? I’m not impressed. If I wanted bible verses, I would go to Bible Gateway (as I do not keep one of your bibles in my home).
I’m interested in what you think of the subject matter.
Do you not know what the name of the show is?
I’ll remind you. It’s American Idol.
Idol
Do you really want American Idol selling your god? Do you like the thought of something that is named Idol promoting Jesus Christ?
Think about it. Is your faith that insecure that you will sell it out just to have it hawked on commercial TV? If your god is turned into a commercial product, he becomes worthless.

What is a Xian? Do you guys mean Christians? First you take “CHRIST” out of Christmas, now you want to take “CHRIST” out of christian. Does His name scare you so much that you’re afraid to say it or even type it for that matter? You can’t abbreviate the SON of THE LIVING GOD.

Not really sure how them singing a song of praise is now GOD being “SOLD”. I do think however, that even on a show like American Idol God still gets the glory. It’s awesome because it’s not even His show.

Shantee,
Jews are prohibited from speaking or writing the name of foreign gods. So no, we can’t even write the name of your religion, because it has a god who’s name is not the name of ours.
Fear has no part of it.

Do you guys mean Christians? First you take “CHRIST” out of Christmas, now you want to take “CHRIST” out of christian.
So who is “you guys”?
Who is the “you” in that Xmas statement?

“What is a Xian? Do you guys mean Christians? First you take “CHRIST” out of Christmas, now you want to take “CHRIST” out of christian. Does His name scare you so much that you’re afraid to say it or even type it for that matter? You can’t abbreviate the SON of THE LIVING GOD.”
You would do well to learn your own religion’s history. The “X” in “Xian” or “Xmas,” etc. has a VERY long tradition in Xianity, dating back to Biblical Greek.
But, hey, if feeling persecuted makes you happy, then by all means pretend this is a modern contrivance to take the “Christ” out of… whatever floats your boat.

I figured there would some that were upset about it. I was quite pleasantly surprised that they sang this song and very pleased. I see nothing wrong with it. Sadly though, no matter what christian song even “Amazing Grace” there would be those that would find fault with it. Our nation was founded on christian values and principles weather you want to believe it or not.

Our nation was founded on christian values and principles weather you want to believe it or not.
That is highly debatable.
And whether or not it is true, this is not a Xian nation. This country belongs to all of its citizens, not just you.

yeah ,i agree. i’m very into spirituality and the Holy Mother,Father. and Son but i really prefer to keep
specific dogmas to themselves. It would have been better to use something more universal. i guess people will be arguing over this for a long while and i thought we made it clear in the constitution, carlita

GOD says not to argue – people either believe or they don’t; we that believe will continue to pray for those that don’t. We do know that one day ALL will say HIS name & they won’t be arguing what’s politically correct @ that time. Jesus is my Savior & I’m not ashamed to tell anyone. I was glad to see they sang that song, whether they did it because of the theme of the show or not is another topic of conversation . There were some that I think & hope believed what they were singing.

I also am a very faithful Christian and a very patriotic American that is proud of my country. I believe that the Christian community has the right to be heard. If you did not appreciate the song, why didn’t you turn to another station. When a program comes on discussing other beliefs I turn it off and listen to something else. I do not condemn the program, I just do not listen to it. I will pray for each of you that do not believe in Jesus Christ our Lord Almighty.

“True Chrstians are very tolerant, not judgemental of those who have different beliefs.” WOW! In that case, there are very few “true Christians” around. How sad that so many people have to bring other faiths down just to build their own up. It’s a lovely song, but inappropriate for this situation in my opinion.

If you did not appreciate the song, why didn’t you turn to another station.
I don’t recall the commercial stating that American Idol was only for Xians. I must have missed it.
When a program comes on discussing other beliefs I turn it off and listen to something else. I do not condemn the program, I just do not listen to it.
That’s very sad, that you can’t hear about other’s beliefs. But you aren’t getting the point of the criticism of the show.
I will pray for each of you that do not believe in Jesus Christ our Lord Almighty.
Thanks Rae. I hope you won’t mind that I’ll be praying you become a Jew.
Again, the inability of posters to discern the irony of seeing their god hawked on a show called Idol is amazing.

No, Scott we won’t mind you praying for us to become Jews, because we actually believe your prayers do not go anywhere anyway. The bible says “no man comes to me accept through my son, Jesus,” so…..if you aren’t coming through Him, HE can’t actually hear you. Sad, I know, but I’m just quoting what the bible says. I love you…Jewish and all.
Topic of American Idol,…I didn’t know they sang that song, I like that song. There are ALOT of songs that aren’t Christian on that show, so I don’t mind it being sung. However, don’t you think the show itself probably picked that song to cause the controversy? AND, I don’t turn the station when songs I don’t agree with are sung, I can learn and enjoy the MEANING behind each view. Why not just let there be a few Christian songs be sung without such an uproar? If the Christians complained because another sung was song, we’d get attacked, but others can complain cause a Christian song was sung, and we can’t be happy for a little while?
Come on, American Idol is not exactly a CHRISTIAN show, and HELLO CHRISTIANS…”though shalt not have any IDOLS before me”…what are you doing watching it anyway!! teeheeeeeee
Lighten up everybody…
rebecca

Scott, by the way, thank you for ACKNOWLEDGING my GOD, JESUS, by typing Xians. Not only is it the Greek Letter for CHRIST, by NOT typing it, you DO show your understanding that HE is a GOD. THE GOD. So, I appreciate your fear and acknowledgement of the living LORD JESUS by your Xians typing and your inability to write it. HE certainly deserves this HONOR from non christians.
rebecca

No, Scott we won’t mind you praying for us to become Jews, because we actually believe your prayers do not go anywhere anyway
Oh, another Bailey Smith. And you’re telling us to lighten up. What a mean-spirited comment.
In that same vain – I can’t write the name of your god because we consider him an idol, a member of a tritheistic, polytheistic pantheon, little different from what the Romans and Greeks followed.
So praying for you to become a Jew would be the most loving thing we could possibly do for you, to see you saved from…nothingness at the end.
Touché, n’est pas?

true it was a very christian song
but it was well sang and inspired hope, which wasn’t that the whole point??

true belief (in any faith) comes from the heart, not words

I am in TOTAL DISAGREEMENT with your comment on american idol. It is about time that hollywood showed some class like they did on american idol gives back. Since christianity is not a religon but a true relationship with God our father and the ONLY way that one will have eternal life we are not obligated to give equal time to other ‘religions’. Secondly the end of ‘idol’ was the most worthwhile part of the show. You can see how effective it was by the negative responses generated and those with that type of comment are the ones that need this relationship the most!

Finish each day and be done with it. Tomorrow is a new day, begin it well. NO matter what is said by us today, his is the ultimate word. If we all learn to love like the Lord and just remember we all stumble everyone of us, we will learn why it is a comfort to go through life hand in hand. Acceptance of each other is the peace we are all looking for. Look into each others heart and see the love there. We as Christians are taught to love our neighbors as ourselves. As I am sure you are also taught.Let me sing of my God and you sing of yours,where ever it may happen to show up. Scott we are not trying to push anything in your face. We love you like you are. Your appparent anger is showing through. No doubt you have been hurt by someone. Please don’t be angry at us singing of our Savior and we will show you the same courtesy. That is what I meant when I said, when you are in my house as a friend don’t tell me not sing my songs and when I am in yours I won’t tell you what to sing. You took it as my house was my country. Not so,only my house. Would you invite me into yours?

Its about time a song like shout to the Lord is sung in a show where there are millions watching. I for one along with many other Christians enjoyed every word and appreciated that praise for our LORD was heard in every household listening. If you were offended then im sorry for you.

I am thrilled that the Idols sang “Shout to the Lord” on the Idol Gives Back show. When the rest off America is so worried about other’s rights and feelings, the Christians in this country are taking a back seat. We need to stand up and gain back OUR rights.
What’s wrong with American Idol singing a Christian song to millions of Americans????? Absolutely Nothing!!!! Well done, I applaud everyone involved in the decision.

CUT OUT THE HOLIER THAN THOU AND JUST GIVE FROM YOUR HEART.

i don’t understand why anyone should be offended by the Performance. why should they be able to perform all types of secular songs and noone say anything then they perform one christian song and someone freak out…thats kinda lame..

Ravi Zacharias, in his book “Jesus Among Other Gods”, says it best about the mood of today’s culture:
“We are living in a time when sensitivities are at the surface, often vented with cutting words. Philosophically, you can believe anything, so long as you do not claim it to be true. Morally, you can practice anything, so long as you not claim that it is a ‘better’ way. Religiously, you can hold to anything, so long as you do not bring Jesus Christ into it. If a spiritual idea is eastern, it is granted critical immunity; if western, it is thoroughly criticized. Thus a journalist can walk into a church and mock it’s carryings on, but he or she dare not do the same if the ceremony is from the eastern fold. Such is the mood at the end of the twentieth century”

I understand America is made up of all kinds of people and faiths, and I respect that abd try to be sensitive to the beliefs of others.
As a Christian, I love the song, “Shout to the Lord,” and I was amazed to see it used in the finale of Idol Gives Back. I was equally surprised by my subsequent reaction. While initially elated to hear the song included, I then found its use to be almost blasphemous in the setting of American Idol. The contrast was too obvious, especially followed by Ben Stiller’s rant, who put the kiss of death on any inspirational mood created by the song. It was like spitting on the Bible. I would be curious to know how the song was chosen and how each of the contestants felt about singing it. I have a feeling it was a ploy to tap into the demographics of the huge evangelical Christian population for profit. It stirred up visions of Jesus overturning the moneychanger’s tables. I don’t know dawg, it wasn’t real for me. Started out good, but fell apart in the end. Sorry.

I totally disagree this nation was founded and should expeditiously return to their Christian roots. KUDOS TO AMERICAN IDOL for allowing such a wonderful song as Shout to The Lord on aire which blessed us so deeply all 80 million of us were blessed whether we know it or not. Ben Stiller was disgusting and out of context with what God was doing through American Idol. It was not a saving grace because filth and vulgarity will not save anyone. Only receiving The Lord Jesus Christ will save any of us in this nation or the other nations of the world. Jesus died for all mankind and we will not be ashamed to tell the whole world how much they need him. With violence and death and the threat of terrorism, it is hard for me to ascertain why filth would be seen as a saving grace over and above worship unto the Savior except for the fact that people are lost and don’t even recognize it. Thus, again My Jesus, My Savior, Lord there is NONE like you was the song which should have been sung and I pray many more like it will be sung!