Renowned gospel minister, Dr. Flourish Peters has sparked conversations in the music community with his recent statement that songs intended to be sung to men cannot be classified as gospel music.
Speaking during a recent sermon, Dr. Peters emphasized the distinction between secular and gospel music, urging artists to ensure their compositions reflect true worship rather than entertainment.
According to Dr. Peters, a genuine gospel song should be directed primarily towards God, carrying messages of faith, hope, and spiritual encouragement, rather than catering to human admiration or romantic appeal.
The statement has prompted discussions among musicians and churchgoers, with many weighing in on social media about the role of intention, audience, and message in gospel music.
Dr. Peters concluded by encouraging gospel artists to maintain the spiritual integrity of their music, reminding them that the essence of gospel is to inspire and glorify God, not merely to entertain.
