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Fellow Bereans,
Although I had planned to shut down The Berean Test, several folks stepped up and asked to take over the site. Which I appreciate! Thank you to everyone who asked. I have selected Chris Mellon to be your next reviewer.
Chris Mellon is a Worship Pastor in the mid-east states. He has been leading worship for 13 years and has a loving wife and children. After just receiving his M-Div, he was looking for a project to further serve the Lord. The Berean Test has been a blessing to him and his team as they have processed songs together and he is excited to carry on the website and prayerfully asks the Lord’s guidance as he manages this resource for so many. He appreciates your patience and understanding as he learns the site and possibly implements new procedures. To help him better understand how to serve the community, please consider sharing in the comments your favorite aspect of the site or what you might like to see change or remain the same.
You heard him folks! Bring on the suggestions!
Comments
Roger du Bois
This is such great news that Vince’s work is going to be carried on by Chris Mellon. Not only new songs should be singable but also scripturally sound and I have really appreciated being able to check out and find new songs here. I don’t think much needs to change. Looking forward to reading your reviews.
marciastandish
Yeah, I was missing the weekly posts! I checked frequently to see what new songs are best to listen to. I’ve grown to trust the reviews posted here. Thank you for doing this fir so long, and finding someone to continue. Welcome Pastor Chris!
Josiah Ferenczy
Welcome, Chris! I’ve never commented, but have appreciated this site tremendously over the years. Whether I partially or fully dis/agree with a review, having another voice offering insight and careful consideration is an encouraging reminder that there are others passionate about intentionality in worship. Wishing you the best as you take on the task. I don’t have any major “requests” in terms of changes or updates to the site and how it operates, except that I hope to see and experience a continued depth of study. Not sure how this would work, but with the pure magnitude of songs being released these days, I wonder if a team of reviewers would ever be possible to establish. I think of Moses being overwhelmed and encouraged by Jethro to find other leaders to help him bear the burden of leading so many people. It could be a neat way to establish some accountability while also being able to tackle a larger number of songs that people would be interested in seeing reviewed. All the best to you and yours!
Michael Timothy Ramsey
So excited to see what God has in store for this ministry!
Jessica
Praise God! So thankful for how the Lord directed steps to continue this amazing resource. For me, I love how the review focuses heavily on how much the lyrics align with Scripture. This is the primary focus for me when I jump into reviewing a song. The other aspects of the reviews are also wonderful to see – who does it glorify, how is it interpreted, and is it good for congregation. Prayers for the Chris Mellon as he continues this project! May the Lord pour His wisdom over you.
Steve Kuhn
Welcome Pastor Mellon! Praise the Lord for putting this opportunity on your heart.