By iHeartRadioCA, CC BY 3.0 Taylor Swift has publicly identified herself as a Christian, but there are significant reasons to question the depth of that claim. While she has made statements about her faith, such as her opposition to politicians misusing “Tennessee Christian values,” her actions and beliefs seem to conflict with traditional Christian teachings. For example, she has strongly voiced her support for abortion rights, particularly criticizing the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Swift expressed being “terrified” by the decision, aligning herself with a stance that contradicts the pro-life values held by many Christians (according to interviews and public statements in Variety and Yahoo News).
Another concern is her promotion of occult and pagan imagery. During her performances and in music videos, Swift has dressed as a witch and incorporated occult themes. Songs like “Willow” feature her and her dancers dressed as a coven of witches, and she even released remixes titled “lonely witch” and “dancing witch” versions. This, along with references to karma in her lyrics, has led some to question whether Swift is leaning into non-Christian spiritual practices.
While Taylor claims to be a Christian, it’s clear that her stances and public displays do not align with biblical teachings. However, like any individual, her relationship with God is ultimately between her and Jesus Christ. We may not know the full story, but these signs raise concerns about the consistency of her public faith.
As Christians, it’s essential to pray for Taylor Swift. Pray that she comes to a deeper understanding of God’s love and truth, and that her influence will reflect a genuine relationship with Christ. While she may claim faith, only God knows her heart.
Now, some of you might wonder why I mention the Ten Commandments when sharing the Gospel. In the Bible, the law acts as a “schoolmaster” that leads us to Christ (Galatians 3:24). The law shows us where we’ve fallen short and our need for forgiveness. For example:
• Lying: Breaking the 9th commandment by telling a lie.
• Stealing: Taking something that doesn’t belong to you, breaking the 8th commandment.
• Lusting: Jesus said looking at someone with lust breaks the 7th commandment, as it’s committing adultery in your heart.
The law helps us realize that we all fall short and need Jesus’ grace. As 1 Timothy 1:8 reminds us, “the law is good if one uses it lawfully,” meaning it’s meant to point us toward our need for a Savior, not to condemn us.
I want to be clear. I don't think that Taylor Swift is a Christian, but I want her to become one. Let’s continue praying for Taylor and others in positions of influence, that they come to fully understand God’s truth and grace.
Another concern is her promotion of occult and pagan imagery. During her performances and in music videos, Swift has dressed as a witch and incorporated occult themes. Songs like “Willow” feature her and her dancers dressed as a coven of witches, and she even released remixes titled “lonely witch” and “dancing witch” versions. This, along with references to karma in her lyrics, has led some to question whether Swift is leaning into non-Christian spiritual practices.
While Taylor claims to be a Christian, it’s clear that her stances and public displays do not align with biblical teachings. However, like any individual, her relationship with God is ultimately between her and Jesus Christ. We may not know the full story, but these signs raise concerns about the consistency of her public faith.
As Christians, it’s essential to pray for Taylor Swift. Pray that she comes to a deeper understanding of God’s love and truth, and that her influence will reflect a genuine relationship with Christ. While she may claim faith, only God knows her heart.
Now, some of you might wonder why I mention the Ten Commandments when sharing the Gospel. In the Bible, the law acts as a “schoolmaster” that leads us to Christ (Galatians 3:24). The law shows us where we’ve fallen short and our need for forgiveness. For example:
• Lying: Breaking the 9th commandment by telling a lie.
• Stealing: Taking something that doesn’t belong to you, breaking the 8th commandment.
• Lusting: Jesus said looking at someone with lust breaks the 7th commandment, as it’s committing adultery in your heart.
The law helps us realize that we all fall short and need Jesus’ grace. As 1 Timothy 1:8 reminds us, “the law is good if one uses it lawfully,” meaning it’s meant to point us toward our need for a Savior, not to condemn us.
I want to be clear. I don't think that Taylor Swift is a Christian, but I want her to become one. Let’s continue praying for Taylor and others in positions of influence, that they come to fully understand God’s truth and grace.
