Is Modern Dancing Acceptable for the Christian? pt. 2

Steven J. Wallace
04/07/13 - Sunday PM

Arguments for dancing examined.

• Exodus 15:20, 21
• Judges 21:19-21
• 1 Samuel 18:6, 7
• 1 Chron. 15:25-29

Bible passages and examples where warnings are found:

• Exod. 32:19
• Mark 6:21-23
• Galatians 5:19
• Eph. 4:17-20
• Rom. 13:11-14 -- The emphasis is to “put on” and “make no.”

Questions:

1. Who is likely more pleased with modern dance? Jesus or the god of this age?
2. Is modern dance a good way to possess your body in sanctification and honor (1 Thess. 4:3-5)?
3. Is modern dance something God calls us to do (1 Thess. 4:7)?
4. Can I dance and refrain from every form of evil (1 Thess. 5:22)?
5. How does promoting dancing to our sons and daughters help them to "flee youthful lusts" (2 Tim. 2:22)?
6. If modern dance is pure, will you allow your spouse to engage in it with another person?
7. Does modern dance help you win others to Christ?
8. Would you be happy that you were dancing if Jesus came that very hour?