At the Crossroads

Group, May/Jun 1999 by Belknap, Bryan

What it is: Charlie Peacock's book dissects the past, present, and future of contemporary Christian music (CCM) and offers biblical solutions for its problems.

The scoop: This book traces CCM's evolution and points out its failings in hopes of bringing renewal to the industry.

Youth pastors will use the book's solid life principles to help young people discern righteousness in their mediasaturated world. Peacock presents scriptural guidelines for viewing and judging everything (your job, the media, and so on) not just CCM. He also gives direction for discussing religious differences without judging Christian brothers and sisters. Those looking for advice on "making it" in Christian music won't find much practical information here, but they'll receive insight into the attitudes and beliefs behind the music.

Cost: $15.99

Available from: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 800-233-1123, (615) 251-2643.

Reviewer Bryan Belknap is a contributing editor for group and writes our "Music and Media" column. He writes and produces Group's Shock Wave videos.