Soli Deo Gloria: J.S. Bach's Faith and More with Dr. Rebekah Franklin | Ep. 30

Send Casey a text!!Have you heard that Johann Sebastian Bach was a devoted Christian but never really learned why people say that?  In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Rebekah Franklin to explore who Bach was—not just as a composer, but as a person of faith. Together, we uncover how Bach’s belief in God shaped his music and inspired him to create with excellence, even when his work wasn’t fully recognized or celebrated in his time.  We also discuss following God's plan for your life when it's different than what you expect, the impact of Bach's music throughout time, the musician's struggle to interpret Bach's music, and how Bach's music can even start spiritual conversations with nonbelievers.  I know you’ll be encouraged by this conversation and inspired to hear how Bach gave God the glory in his music career. You won’t want to miss my interview with Dr. Rebekah Franklin!Discussion Questions - Try discussing with a friend or in our Facebook Discussion Group How were you encouraged by Rebekah’s story?How have you been able to see the Lord leading even if it’s not how you expected? Has the Lord ever led you into something that was very different than what you had planned?  What was it like giving up your plans? Why is it important to say “no” to some musical opportunities?  How do you determine what to say “yes” to and what to say “no” to? What are some of your favorite time management tips? Did you learn anything new about the life and Christian faith of J.S. Bach?  If so, what was it?Bach strived for excellence in his music whether or not it was recognized by the audience.  What does this say about him and how might that encourage you to play skillfully as unto the Lord? How can you include “Soli Deo Gloria” more into your life and make it your heart’s desire?Thanks so much for listening! Make sure to check back every Monday for a new episode!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!Check out more episodes on Buzzsprout and on Youtube!