Honesty in White Evangelicalism
A popular Christian song, "Honest" by Leanna Crawford, asks questions that resonate with many who have left conservative white evangelicalism.
“Can I be honest?” ... “Did I lose my faith? God, do I still trust you?” ... “Is it the heavy of the world, or is it just me?”
Crawford's song reflects a desire for honesty with God, and she notes that
“God would rather have the real, honest, messy, broken hearted you than a fake smile, hurt on the inside but pretend to have it altogether you. It’s OK to be honest with Him.”
The song evokes a sense of inner conflict, as it is both beautiful and encouraging, yet also struggles with expressing honest feelings.
Author's summary: Exploring honesty in white evangelicalism through music.