TEXAS GOSPEL CANADA VOLUNTEER

Texas Gospel Canada has brought fresh music to its playlist, adding 2nd Opinions by Master’s Voice this week. This thought-provoking song, written by John Mark and Matthew Joseph, is part of the group’s latest album, Immersed.

The song takes a serious look at how people often follow ideas that sound wise but have no foundation in scripture. The lyrics challenge these trends, pointing out that they come from what the writers call the “book of second opinions.”

“Words that paint a pretty picture but you won’t find them in the scriptures / That’s ‘Cause they’re all from the book of second opinions,” the song begins. With lines like this, the song reminds listeners to discern carefully and turn to the Bible for real truth, not to popular sayings or personal preferences.

The song also calls out common phrases like “follow your heart” or “everything happens for a reason.” While these may seem encouraging, the writers argue that they can mislead people if they don’t align with biblical truth. As the lyrics warn:
“They say follow your heart where it’ll lead you / Let that little voice inside you show the way / I guess the million-dollar question is at your heart or in the chest / ’Cause a heart’s been known to lead a fool astray.”

One of the song’s most powerful lines highlights the importance of depending on God:
“I’ve heard them say the Lord won’t give you anything you can’t handle / But the truth is you can’t handle anything without Him.”

The overall message is clear: it’s time to stop looking to temporary or misleading sources for wisdom and start focusing on God’s Word. The chorus emphasizes this call:
“Hey, it’s high time we turned our interest / To God’s word instead of Pinterest / And finally closed the book of second opinions.”

This song aligns beautifully with Proverbs 30:5, which says, “Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.” Just as the song urges listeners to avoid unreliable sources, this verse reminds us of the perfection and reliability of God’s Word.

The song serves as both a warning and a call to action in today’s world, where truth is often replaced by what’s popular or convenient.