Now I know there are a whole bunch of eye rolls here from skeptics and non-music listeners alike. But God tell us, “For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.”
I have found a lot of men in recovery who listen to hip-hop and rock/heavy metal. One friend in recovery told me why he listened to it. He said it was relatable because they talked about depression and anger, things he felt. That is what rap was for me a voice, a message and that felt empowering to me.
These three songs have meant a lot to me in my recovery journey. I invite you to find a quiet moment, a place where you can feel God, and give them a listen. I know listening to music that contains our Father’s messages greatly helps combat the constant shame messages we are getting from the other side.