Metallica Leper Messiah I Pastor Reaction and Analysis

Pastor Rob and Son React to Metallica Leper Messiah
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[@roberthoughton7127]

Great discussion in this video! We talk about false teachers and greedy televangelists. I hope you are all staying safe out there! Love you all!

[@porterchappell7756]

Floods- PanterA

[@cmhockey03111]

I might have missed the reaction but you mentioned the four horsemen... next Metallica reaction maybe? That is if you haven't gone over that song already. Anyways, great breakdown of the song. Hope all is well with you and your family.

[@jessicasaul906]

Hetfield's parents were in Jehovah's Witnesses. My mom went to one of their concerts in the 80's and he told a story about it in relation to this song.

[@redguy6789]

I've always thought this song was about Televangelists. I remember growing up in the 80's and televangelism was all over the television back then. This song points out all the fallacies about it as you pointed out.

[@nathanieldavis2954]

Now that we have a leper messiah you should listen to leprosy by death

[@terryberkshire5504]

The entire album is about how those who have power control those who don’t, whether it be drugs, the military, or corrupt religious cults.

[@jeremycooper2580]

....huh holy crap! I've loved this album for as long as I can remember and that did not dawn on me.....Even battery, power for being more violent....or the power of myth and pure fear people just have within themselves with Thing That should Not Be....I am listening to this album with a new view now.

[@mattleo3211]

@@jeremycooper2580 Well, in reality Battery talks about Battery Street in S. Francisco. They're talking about the "family" and such, because the band grew up in popularity exactly there. Also The Thing That Should Not Be talks about Lovecrafts myths.

[@Peter_1986]

I think "Kill 'Em All" was about their life as a band, "Ride The Lightning" was about death, "Master Of Puppets" was about manipulation, and "...And Justice For All" was about greed and injustices.

[@philipdeppen2890]

you nailed it.

[@colincheshire6366]

you just kind of blew my mind a little, I just don't understand how battery touches on corruption though. But everything else I can totally see.

[@Matt-zu2lu]

Please react to spiritual healing by Death

[@smmusicplus96]

Yes! Yes! Yes!×10,000!

[@jessejames5335]

Oh hell yeah

[@Tikitackfouls]

Spirituallllll Heallllinggggg

[@themusicalmachine9413]

I saw a video where Lars said they used to stay up late just to see the televangelists. They loved it he said. So they wrote Leper messiah. You are spot on Pastor...

[@sparkb8135]

Love this channel!

[@davidgray2845]

Most the fun of a reaction video is the actual reaction as it happens. Your videos are different in the way that I love how you break down your beliefs and viewpoints of the subject when the reaction is finished. Thinking that maybe they didn’t buy these clothes and they were possibly gifts is an astute observation and shows people that that your channel isn’t just hyperbole. I really enjoy this.

[@stevenwolfe208]

I really enjoy the material that you guys put out, great job.

[@rusbean]

Hello, i hope all is well. You're doing a great thing here. Although I attend a different denomination, i really appreciate your ideas and opinions. Thank you for helping me understand this particular song. There is another you covered but I cannot remember the name right now. Anyway, keep up the good work!

[@leeirwin5275]

Spot on,the song is a Jimmy swagger jab

[@Chris_42Offner]

Slaughter to prevail - Demolisher

[@MackLeeGreen]

I am a Lutheran pastor. I use songs like this in confirmation. You should do a review of "I Am" or "Nailed" by Theocracy. At the time that this came out the lyrics would have likely been heard as pointing at the Jimmy Swaggarts and Jim Bakkers and Paul and Jan Crouch. Nowadays it would point to Creflo Dollar, Benny Hinn, Paula White, Joyce Myers and even Jim Baker is back at it again.

[@captainbejo3513]

Hahah Creeping Death My fave Metallica song

[@timsimmons9995]

This song was a clear indictment of false prophets, televangelists, etc.

[@who0icu812]

I like the part Dave wrote!

[@tragicstatic328]

He got the point of the song dead on great reaction

[@adampalic9627]

How about "The Unforgiven" ? It's about you two...

[@TheCreepyArchives]

They say it's kind of over the top, cringe worthy. Welcome to how we see you, christian.

[@matthewcano9747]

Metallica one next please!!!!♥️

[@cmhockey03111]

Creeping death is the other song you guys were trying to remember.

[@roberthoughton7127]

That's it! lol.

[@digitalchaos1980]

I kept shouting it at the screen hoping you would eventually get it lol.

[@rogersanderscustoms8121]

@@digitalchaos1980 Yep! Same here.

[@mr.blonde66milkyway66]

First time here, and thought this was the "other" song. Going to check out you're reactions on Creeping Death next. Great channel 🙏👍👏👏👏

[@oldkid8811]

Creeping Death. Only one of the best metal songs ever. lol

[@temporarymomentary]

It's crazy how amazing this album is. And Pastor is right. This song isn't about Jesus etc. It's about greedy priests, televangelists etc.

[@seanoconnor5730]

Bruh what movie is your pfp from? I've seen the movie but I can't remember what it's called.

[@wendellcassio948]

@@seanoconnor5730 that looks like the evil dead, but I'm not sure.

[@miconis123]

It really is a one of a kind album. Excellent from start to finish.

[@richbryant7809]

Black Phillip not only the greatest Metallica album, but the greatest heavy metal album of all time.

[@temporarymomentary]

@@seanoconnor5730 It's Mia from Evil Dead 2013. Damn good movie.

[@bobbydc33]

FINALLY!!! someone who understands! This song also goes for todays "mega churches" as well

[@dionshare7103]

Absolutely

[@bjhellstream]

The line about "rotting your brain" was about his mother who belonged to a Christian cult and refused treatment for her brain cancer and died.

[@axlrose9054]

Yessir

[@williamkoscielniak820]

Yes and she followed The God That Failed

[@austinfailz]

I think she was a Christian Scientist, if memory serves. That's what I seem to remember reading, anyways.

[@bjhellstream]

@@austinfailz Which is a contradiction in terms... 😁

[@effindave6909]

@@bjhellstream Not necessarily. The existence of god does not equate to science being a false discipline. Take the 4 (or maybe 5 now) fundamental forces of nature. God created that. He chose through his design for those things to exist.

[@Psychosurgeonpls]

wow, he got it.. most people people that are religious dont understand this song but you got it man.. the greedy that use god and jesus to reap wealth form those seeking faith..

[@Rickkelley365]

I don’t know if your statement is quite fair. “most religious people don’t understand...” I think that’s a broad generalization, the very kind of thing metal fans generally buck against. I got into metal back in the late 80’s and I am now a Christian minister. There are Christians who want nothing to do with metal, sure, but there are many who once were or still are into metal, and “get it.” I still go to concerts and even today I’m wearing my Cliff Burton Day t-shirt. Just be careful how you characterize others in generality. The same thing is sometimes done by others toward the metal community, and that’s not fair either. Both communities often cross spaces and ideals, and can agree on much and learn from one another.

[@Scootermcgruder]

@@Rickkelley365 this song was about Billy Graham and people like that who just want your money and promise a seat in Heaven. Metallica has said it in the past in interviews

[@MarlinDart]

@@Scootermcgruder Jim Baker, and the PTL group, I always thought were a major target of this song. They were under constant investigation for years leading up to this album release. Then in 1987 it all fell apart

[@danielfarmer6062]

Like jehovahs witnesses XD

[@Apache7500]

Yeap

[@patrickpenix3399]

It's about televangelists and traveling huckster religious "preachers"

[@henrikpersson4698]

Exactly

[@Feyawen]

This! It's not about Jesus. It's about televangelists making profit (hundreds of millions if not billions) on the premise that sending money to them grants you favor with God. Pastor Rob nailed it. (edit for typo)

[@bct8881]

@deazy All prophets and pastors are full of lies. In their defence though,most of them,like pastor Rob here,aren't aware of it. Indoctrinated and blind to the damage they do.

[@alexisbeltran7110]

I was judged one time for wearing this shirt at church by some lady. She asked me if that was church appropriate and I threw the Come as you are line at her. Pastor defended me against her and he shut her down quick. Sure I listen to heavy and death metal, but I also follow the Bible best I can. Some folks think that's impossible.

[@casualfker9111]

Are u me?

[@MR.REAL818]

Same

[@mute7116]

We are heavy metal...I think God has some heavy metal attributes as well.

[@jeffa4110]

Dude, God is soooo metal! Bible shows that.

[@kirankok6845]

then we are in the same boat

[@advanceddarkness3]

The first 4 albums will forever be tied as the best Metallica album.

[@__b__7375]

damn right best 4 albums PURE THRASH!!!!

[@DethMayDie]

I'll give you that bro. Not a bad song in the bunch

[@mr.iiconic]

Kill Em' All isn't quite as good as the next 3 (I honestly listen to Black more than it) and I'd argue Master is a little above Justice and Ride. Just my opinion.

[@goatedatball]

First 5*

[@CumsyMumsy]

@@mr.iiconic Agreed, I feel like Master has a bunch of amazing songs while RtL has one or two that I feel aren't on the same level (although Fade to Black alone makes RtL close for me), while AJFA has 2 songs that I feel most people aren't as familiar with since they aren't as "good" as the others.

[@timdebeer1161]

I felt a real conviction about my own life in watching this video... I'm so guilty of claiming to be Christian but my "fruit" produced by my life is rotten. You guys have prompted me to get my faith and my life sorted out so that I can produce fruit in keeping with repentance. Please keep me in prayer if you can

[@MatiasCumsille]

Hey, how you 've been doing?

[@Brandon-yy1ow]

Hey how has your walk with Christ been?

[@marks3400]

You know we can bear no fruit on our own.only if we abide in Christ can we bear good fruit all because of his works not of our own praise to God

[@andyk2607]

Definitely not cringy at all. Extremely accurate, however, absolutely

[@Jimb1264]

Wat

[@andyk2607]

@@Jimb1264 The lyrics are accurate in the what the band are conveying through the song.

[@elmervasquez4968]

Andy K well He first thought the song was speaking about Jesus so he believed it to be cringe before the fact

[@stefanburns3797]

Elmer Vasquez so when it’s not about your Lord and Savior it’s not cringe anymore? Lol

[@carlosykyk]

@@stefanburns3797 well I guess he's saying that because like he said, he thought it was shock value, just like some find cringey when metal deals with satanic stuff just for the shock

[@kerekmiller1511]

I wish there were more ministers out there like you, Christianity wouldn’t have as such a toxic reputation as it does

[@djr11472]

I think there are more preachers like Pastor Rob than there are preachers like Metallica's song is about but unfortunately, as in many things, it's the bad behavior/bad apples that get the attention so you wind up only hearing about the bad ones.

[@AJEDDY97]

@@djr11472 people would much rather hear about someone misbehaving than someone who did their job the right way.

[@MatthewC137]

@@djr11472 If you were around in the 1980s you should remember that TV was full of the preachers the song was about and there were plenty of scandals involving money and adultery/hookers, etc. Millions of fools made them filthy rich.

[@djr11472]

@@MatthewC137 Yup, I was around then and I remember several different bad TV preachers and I am sure there were more that I was unaware of. But for every TV preacher like that, there were MANY MANY more good preachers (who were not on TV). I like the song and it points out a serious problem, my point was just that most preachers are not part of the problem, just a fraction of them (though it may well be most TV preachers).

[@lambertearnhardt68]

Matthew 15:8 “With their lips, they honor me. But, their hearts are far from me”

[@belewda]

As an atheist, I fully expected to disagree with everything you said in reaction to this one... I was pleasantly surprised. You had intelligent, reasonable reactions to the lyrics. We may not agree on matters of faith, but we clearly agree on corruption.

[@Bstonz85]

Just like a vegan

[@jeffa4110]

Like a veeeegan, meat for the very first time! Like a ve-e-e-egan, make my tacos....with Angus prime

[@deathpuicmetal]

as an atheist, I respect religious people who have a critical mind. I often talk to catholic priests, and I like how most of them are humble and not judgemental. I’ve learned to make a difference between religious people and crooks like K Copeland. Some priests are trying to give hope to people, they genuinely want to make the world a better place, some others just want to take advantage of gullible and disoriented people for their personal profit. This is just the story of humanity as a whole, when you think about it.

[@ArmandXhaja86]

It's interesting how he describes 9 events of possible mass extinction as graceful to justify a 10th mass killing. His god is a Doom Metal guy.

[@simionenaclably9280]

christianity is the definition of narcissism. if christ is such a great teacher then why are bible thumpers so blind, so dark and stupid? Like my husband who is a shaman says: thats why it takes 30 to 60 ayahuasca ceremonies for a bible thumper to have any chance of spiritual ascension. the infinite heavens that are everywhere that youre blind to. And all other groups on the planet and hundreds of cultures that you hate, cuz you hate everything and everyone thats why it takes much less aya ceremonies for them to ascend. Cuz bible thumpers are the darkest within them thats why nobody views this magical multi dimensional earth of spirit darker than you do. Cuz its a refection of the darkness within you

[@spegynmerbles3993]

Back when I was a rebellious teen I loved this album. Once I got back onto the right path I still loved this album, but in a different way. Especially this song, at first I was apprehensive to revisit this song because I thought it would be anti religion and yet it was more biblical than anything. I love that it talks about the dangers of greed and corruption and how we need to know what we believe

[@keanenfulton4696]

@Metal Fan the right path for him. Not you

[@diegocasillas404]

I loved watching the Pastor’s face smile when he “got it” while listening to the song. He absolutely nailed the analysis on this and it’s not immediately obvious that this is about greedy televangelists.

[@maxanddad1]

First off a huge amount of songs Metallica does and sings about is about war, and politics. Second, some of the nicest people you will ever meet in your life are covered in tattoos and listen to heavy metal. Some of the most judgmental people go to church every Sunday. Remember that.

[@brycesstuff]

Ive always noticed that myself, although I was raised in the Mormon church... Not saying anything against Mormons, just thats been my experience.

[@TheCornellJunkie]

Key word here is "Some" Just pointing that out, not throwing shade.

[@labra-dog]

Agree!

[@symphonyinkart]

Some of the worst ppl wear suits

[@TheMattc999]

@@symphonyinkart where does that put me? I wear suits, am covered in tats, and not only listen to metal but play guitar in a metal band? 🤔😋

[@andygreen5565]

Pastor is 100% correct. James has said himself that that’s exactly what the song is about. He said that he, and Lars I believe, were watching televangelists one night and then wrote the song.

[@benselectionforcasting4172]

You know as a Catholic, the "Send me money, send me green, make a contribution and you'll get the better seat. Reminds me of the buying of Indulgences which kicked off the reformation. Of course, love metal in general, and Metallica got the ball rolling for me.

[@welikedominos6583]

I think the song is refrencing mega churches and kenneth copeland when it says send money

[@30JLETO]

As a Catholic, I don’t always agree with your theological positions you espouse in different videos. But we both love Jesus and rock/metal music and speak out against corruption in all denominations. I always enjoy your videos.

[@Stan_Castan]

me: *laughs in orthodoxy*

[@generoberts9151]

As a catholic, I enjoy Rob’s analysis. Great breakdown. He is 100% correct

[@Kolbein837]

If anyone looks like they're possessed by the devil, it's Copeland. Those eyes! That weird behavior!

[@johnathanedwards9054]

This man is spitting facts, I honestly don't know how people believe in him.

[@davidarruda8400]

He has the most evil eyes I've ever seen lol

[@simionenaclably9280]

its so funny how christians are alwayz looking for the beast when christianity is the beast. haha

[@simionenaclably9280]

Like my husband who is a shaman says: thats why it takes 30 to 60 ayahuasca ceremonies for a bible thumper to have any chance of spiritual ascension. the infinite heavens that are everywhere that youre blind to. And all other groups on the planet and hundreds of cultures that you hate, cuz you hate everything and everyone thats why it takes much less aya ceremonies for them to ascend. Cuz bible thumpers are the darkest within them thats why nobody views this magical multi dimensional earth of spirit darker than you do. Cuz its a refection of the darkness within you

[@TheAwsumFunk]

the other song was creeping death. but you mentioned 4 horsemen, any chance of getting a reaction to that?

[@joshburns4611]

@stargazer _099 I'm not sure, but i think The 4 Horsemen was what funk was requesting.

[@bigbungus5936]

im not even a christian and this priest is spittin FACTS

[@DrHappybone]

Never too late to become one, brother ;)

[@mute7116]

Yesterday is gone, tomorrow is not guaranteed...

[@OhBlivEUn]

You better become quick buddy. Start with Who is Jesus?

[@justanotherlikeyou]

Not a priest but a Protestant pastor

[@GracefullyGrown]

Do disposable heroes!!

[@jeffschuler8310]

You guys are theologically SOLID! How could you like metal so much? (... maybe because metal is more godly than any pop music I've ever heard.)

[@Splatterbrain7]

True.

[@vzGeorge]

Insanely true the craziest thing to me is that I’d be listening and jamming but then I’d look at the lyrics and find dark meanings/ messages which just bothers me on a level that makes me disgusted sometimes

[@Nathaniel_The_Evil_One]

I disagree. (poppy reference). I think it just depends on the artists. There is good metal music and good pop. There are bad songs in all genres.

[@Spaggot]

No joke i feel more connected to God listening to Slayer than contemporary christian

[@iamaidansmith7542]

True people don’t realize most metal artists are chirstians their lyrics are hard but they aren’t evil pop songs often talk about drugs and sex in a positive way while metal sings of the dangers of things and that’s why it’s harder

[@casb11]

I absolutely love these two reacting they aren't like the other Christian's passive aggressive towards the music open minded and not willing just to be hateful. Instead they explain what they think about it and actually vibe

[@johnbraucher1499]

How the hell is this cringy?? I've never heard that in my life this song holds up to anything now days. Lol

[@nathanwilliams5923]

I think they're saying it's cringy because he's a pastor, and other people who call themselves pastors are deceptive and manipulative and it hurts to hear about it. I think they give it pretty high praise for both the meaning and quality of music. I agree with you: this song and album hold up amazingly well!

[@carlosykyk]

@@nathanwilliams5923 hahaha no, he said it because he thought they used it as shock value, in a teenager way, like just hating on god because it's cool and rebellious

[@christianwilliamson9752]

I think they were referring to lyrics without interpretation

[@kapla2004]

Ooof came here to say the same thing. But I think he just focused too much on the title and took it a bit too literally. He’s young we’ll give him a pass! But Pastor did a great job as always.

[@dakvesser9588]

@@carlosykyk you can't really hate on something that doesn't exist.

[@JasonRyanWilson]

"Send me your money" by Suicidal Tendencies is another great song about TV evangelists back in the 80's and 90's. Something that was cringey was the Bakers!

[@XA351GT]

Yes yes yes they need to listen to that . I definitely would like to hear their take on other supposed Christians whoring religion for cash.

[@triumphtinltcomicdg]

and Death "Spiritual Healing"

[@michaelg6717]

The song was written around the time of the Jim and Tammy Bakker scandal, and James Hetfield (the songwriter) has said in interviews that the song is about them and televangelists in general.

[@jasonhoward9329]

This. There was also an Ozzy song about jimmy swaggert and Jim baker. Couple big scandals around then.

[@generoberts9151]

⁠Miracle Man

[@PVP16]

I had always heard that part of the inspiration for this song and others like "The God That Failed" could also come from the death of James Hetfield's mother. She died of untreated cancer because her Christian Scientist beliefs went against the methods of treatment that would save her. It's been mentioned in interviews but I don't know if James or anyone else in the band made a direct reference to this being an inspiration.

[@chaddikeman6561]

Rob, Its fantastic you really do interpret the lyrics. You nailed it. Its so easy to quickly decide this is a knock on the faith, and its not...at all. Its highlighting those who use the message for their own personal gain. Respect to you for being open minded and listening.

[@cyrus8586]

You guys should do “spiritual healing” by Death.

[@daviddelano-oakes1082]

@Cyrus that would be awesome

[@joshuabrown3361]

Chuck talks about faith healers, doesn't he?

[@josejalaeno73]

Once again you’ve absolutely nailed the lyrical analysis here, Rob. One of the main reasons I, as a non-believer myself, follow you. You’re honest and true to your teachings and beliefs, and I 100% respect you for that.

[@jeremyherrera2018]

I want to see you guys react to “send me your money” by suicidal tendencies

[@Ephel81]

The song is directed against tv-preachers in 80s, earning millions.

[@panrick]

70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, 2020s and beyond

[@stefanburns3797]

That’s like blaming the drug dealer and not the drug user LOL without the drug user you don’t have the drug dealer. I like how you guys apportion blame to the supplier but not the demander .. as if human beings have a spell put over them which otherwise they would have been completely rational if not for these magicians. This song is a criticism specifically aimed at televangelists but the principle should be extended to all forms of faith.

[@alexsmith-rs6zq]

Stefan Burns you repeated your first point twice 😂 well I somewhat disagree. Manipulative televangelists / pastors prying on vulnerable people is just wrong and you can’t include their victims entirely in the blame. That’s like saying that people owning things is supplying the theft crimes. I do agree that people falling for this stuff is ridiculous and hard to understand but these types of conmen are very manipulative and it’s very easy to judge as an atheist (which I am as well).

[@slayer231980]

Please also review by chance my favorite band slayer-angel of death

[@jeffreymcrae3853]

It was their reaction to Jimmy Baker, and Jim Stewart - both televangelists in the 80's

[@JasonRyanWilson]

I love, Suicidal Tendencies "send me your money"

[@derekgilbert1752]

Jason Wilson “make me laugh”, Anthrax. “Miracle man” Ozzy. Same topic, great songs.

[@75Sinner]

Holy Smoke by Iron Maiden

[@ryancampbell2192]

"Time for lust, time for lie(s)" That's the 2 Jimmy's to a T.

[@zacht5495]

@@JasonRyanWilson who's gonna be the new king of the fakers, who gonna take the place of Jim and Tammy Faye Baker!

[@RycheForOrder]

This is exactly how I interpreted this song as a teenager. Growing up in the 80s was to witness the world of televangelism in its prime. This song is about the Jim Baker's, the Jimmy Swaggerts, the Peter Popoffs etc....etc...that made their profits off the working class using satellite TV in a new world of being able to give a Visa or MasterCard number to some disconnected remote operator in order to do God's work, save the hungery children or spread the gospel with promises it would enrich your own life and put you in favor when your own judgement day would come . Many of these charlatans were eventually exposed sleeping with their secretaries or even prostitutes. Some even spending time in prison. There's a long history here, if it was before your time just do a little searching online. There is a reason this type of music and lyrical content touched and reached the lives of the youth of its generation. The irony of it all are how Metallica and other lyrically prophetic bands of this era were considered tools of devil and even "satanic". When in fact they were often thought provoking mediums to open the eyes and minds of a new generation.

[@jamescarter5417]

The Metallica song about the Passover is called creeping death off ride the lightning

[@hamachibeans4471]

I like how you can see how giddy he is realizing the leper messiah isn’t Jesus in the context of this song

[@sainted_prophet1837]

"GOD IS DEAD?" by Black Sabbath would make for good analysis

[@firmans12]

Emm nah. The title is kinda atheist. But the lyrics is just the opposite. The lyrics is great

[@markgiles4299]

I think they may have reacted to it already

[@BryonLetterman]

I think the lyrics are cringe but the music for that song is incredible

[@frankmeason1766]

What about "after forever" I think he'd enjoy that one

[@sainted_prophet1837]

Please react to "Cemetary Gates" from Pantera or "You'll never find me" from Korn!

[@bluelivesmatter8836]

CyberKaiju Pantera yes, Korn sucks

[@JustTheTip556]

The only Korn worth listening to is their first album "Korn" and their second, "Life Is Peachy". The rest is trash. Pantera on the other hand, all Pantera kicks ass

[@Jimb1264]

@@bluelivesmatter8836 That's a cool opinion, however I dont remember asking.

[@chrisowens641]

This is the reason I like Metallica... They speak the truth

[@robertloebach7265]

Love it you nailed it pastor Rob the worst part about those types of preachers they push so many away from God

[@Fjb581]

Kill’em all, Ride the Lightning and Master of puppets! Best albums of all time!

[@EvoIX2.0L4G63T]

and justice for all is the best out of all 3. Just my preference lol

[@garri5108]

And justice is the best by them imo

[@gamleskalle1]

Justice is better than Kill. The other 2 their best.

[@SynZ777]

AJFA > RTL > MoP > KEA (my favorites in order)

[@cemetarygates79]

If I remember correctly when James was asked about this track, obviously musically it still had some Cliff and Dave input but I remember him saying that this was like a speak out against some of the prosperity preachers of the era.

[@soulcrusher807]

Of course it had Cliff input. He plays on the album.

[@Y4vuz12]

Well neither cliff nor Dave is credited on the song

[@panrick]

I'm pretty sure Dave had nothing to do with this song or album. this is the second album album after he left.

[@shitshowsandsongtunings4732]

@@panrick um actually none of first four albums is his contribution. He left when Kill Em All war recording

[@damonpyles2800]

What do you think about the book of Revelation is it from God or not with all its talk about how women are defiler and Jews are Satan worshippers

[@tonybenedetti7179]

Please react to Oblivion by Fit For A King. Would love your insight on that song!

[@matthenazgul5454]

That is a good song

[@auri8810]

Might have done it already

[@jakejambor1]

Tony Benedetti Those guys rock!! Youth/Division by them is one of my favorites, they were supposed to come to Alive Fest at Atwood Lake this summer in July but that’s probably not happening now because of Coronavirus, really would of been cool to see them

[@TheArtistJ777]

Yeah I love that song!

[@jeffmcafee2079]

Such a great look into this song! That is 100% what the song means. I love you guys doing these videos. Im an agnostic atheist and I totallu love how you guys are breaking down these lyrics. Keep it up guys!

[@palehorsecontrolcenter4762]

Thank you Pastor Rob for helping me see my childhood inspirational music in a different light!! GOD works with each one of us in different ways and Metal was what would calm me when I got furious with life in my youth. Keep preaching the good WORD of GOD!!

[@jamalhotfield9019]

Do Until it Sleeps by Metallica it is a very powerful song lyrically and the music video is very powerful to!

[@michaelparsons3007]

Favorite metal album of all time. I’ve been doing some interpretations of my own since returning to Christ. It will be interesting to see what y’all came up with.

[@danielbassing]

Please react to Spiritual Healing by Death

[@Explosion-of-consciousness]

Stayed the whole video, and really enjoyed it. I starve for good intellectual conversation. Though I am not religious I do study theology and respect your beliefs and really enjoy hearing your perspective. I really like how you separated televangelists from Christianity here and made it clear it’s not your practice. As someone who was not brought up with much religion in my life the televangelists out there today have really made me skeptical of religion in general. I’m glad you are truly devoted and have a ton of respect for you guys. I practice Buddhism but wouldn’t really even consider that a religion. More of a frame of mind. In my studies I have definitely found a common thread that weaves itself through all of the worlds religions. I personally think the truth is somewhere along that thread. Keep doing what you are doing. Love the videos.

[@jasonseth376]

It’s about evangelicals like Kenneth Copeland. People who have lost their way because of greed.

[@stevescourou8006]

Have they lost their way or is it the path they wish to take?

[@thegentryclan8043]

I watched every second and really enjoyed it.

[@roberthoughton7127]

Thank you so much! That means a lot to us!

[@michberg1]

Please react to Washed by blood - Brian Head Welch!

[@jonkozlowski2476]

It amazes me when a pastor actually gets what the song is talking about. It was never about disparaging Christianity, it was about exposing corruption within the church

[@caciquenica2482]

The funny thing is that his lyrics are true because there are some people who take advantage of people's faith

[@bluelivesmatter8836]

Octavio Taleno a lot more than most people will ever know

[@johnglue1744]

Yep , look at Joel Osteen now.

[@Randomeris1]

Everything that James writes is true and from life.

[@BPRIM3]

Do Suicidal Tendencies “Send Me Your Money”.

[@k2bny]

Great choice

[@GarthNGuitars]

The fact that James was 22/23 during the recording of MoP is a total ego killer

[@VictorPerez-dv2dl]

He should be ashamed for not knowing “dollar dollar bill yall”, respect to pastor rob for knowing some wutang

[@ku812fubar4]

I loved this show. I’m a Christian that loves metal. I’m teaching my young omg metal guitar and introducing Jesus Christ our king. God bless u both.

[@WarWolfeX]

I absolutely love the respect and perspective you bring into interpreting and listening to these songs. It's truly awesome. I would love to see you guys react to Dante's Inferno by Iced Earth, it is an epic song! Keep up the great work and positive energy.

[@BuyestFan]

I love how they thought in mid part that solo is starting. Thats actually the best part in this song. The strong mid part :D

[@javistrensen7589]

Well done guys! I'm a new fan and I really enjoy how open y'all are about the lyrics. Double stoked you picked up on the televangelist layden content. Metal music specifically uses a lot of symbolism. I personally am not a believer of god and the (written) story of Jesus. I believe the power of ones self/mind is the ultimate tool for greatness. I also believe the bible was written to help give morals to people who would otherwise not have endured/had the chance to draw an own conclusion. Good vibes and Metal "Chugs" to you and your loved ones!!!

[@williamcool4910]

What a great message fellas! Keep it up. God Bless!

[@thatoneguy444]

Man, I just love pastor Rob's sense of humor. It's amazing that a pastor like him has a great sense of humor and isn't serious about every single thing. This pastor is indeed a great one. Thank you Rob, And God bless.

[@GriLtCheeZ]

It was great to hear a pastor interpret this song. I'm a non believer, but I thoroughly enjoyed hearing dad break this song down for the young man.

[@DarthGandalftheBlack]

One of the better breakdowns I’ve seen. Good to know your references and history. Metallica rarely criticized those who didn’t deserve it. Their music was brilliantly written to reflect the social issues they faced at the time. They are the true masters of metal. Their music hits to the core. I love it!

[@craigharrison5406]

For me this album was a game changer. I loved Ride the lightning and kill em all but, this album took it to another level musically, production wise and lyrically.

[@AwkwardTruths]

From day one, my point of view was: this song was about false prophets/preachers.

[@lopolik]

lol Kenneth Copeland, that was wack.

[@LordDarthSmyth]

You see the video of him when he was called out by the reporter for his spending, or something. Creepy as hell.

[@nupraptorthementalist3306]

He's a riot.

[@4thMaster]

The beginning of Metallica has all the references of the late 70’s and early 80’s Classic Christian protocol that was shoved down our throats. The bands of that time: Known as the big 8 Metallica: Heavy Old Testament lyrics in the first albums including crosses on the cover of Master is Puppets Exodus: Old Testament name of the band Testament Again biblical reference Slayer: First album sets the stage with pentagrams on the cover Megadeth Dave Mustaine famously writes The Conjuring. Anthrax : Scott Ian only founding member and always have the pentagram on stage with them Overkill Review Deny the Cross to give you perspective Death Angel:: The name says it all All these bands are tied together and friends. They all came out at the same time and still tour together today All have various members that had heavy Negative Christian influences in their early years Almost all have band members that are now born again Christians Pastor Rob: you need to watch the interview with the drummer from Death Angel it is about his battle with Covid 19. He died and went to hell and met the devil

[@ryancampbell2192]

The crosses on the cover were more because of "Disposable Heroes" with the rows & rows of crosses at Arlington National Cemetery

[@Koolaidman673]

Where can I find that interview video?

[@Wolf-hl8zk]

Your unfit to make judgment... Behold a new Christ Behold the same old horde Gather at the altering New beginning, new word And the word was death And the word was without light The new beatitude "Good luck, you're on your own" Blessed are the fornicates May we bend down to be their whores Blessed are the rich May we labor, deliver them more Blessed are the envious Bless the slothful, the wrathful, the vain Blessed are the gluttonous May they feast us to famine and war What of the pious, the pure of heart, the peaceful? What of the meek, the mourning, and the merciful? All doomed All doomed Behold a new Christ Behold the same old horde Gather at the altering New beginning, new word And the word was death And the word was without light The new beatitude: "Good luck" What of the pious, the pure of heart, the peaceful? What of the meek, the mourning, and the merciful? What of the righteous? What of the charitable? What of the truthful, the dutiful, the decent? Doomed are the poor Doomed are the peaceful Doomed are the meek Doomed are the merciful For the word is now death And the word is now without light The new beatitude: "Fuck the doomed, you're on your own This and the song I'm posting on are talking about the samething.... You see???? It's not about weather or not God is there... It's about how man takes advantage of what God provides

[@securcop1]

It's to bad that 40 years ago I didn't run into a preacher of the Bible like you, maybe my outlook on RELIGION would've been different and yes I stayed to DA END🤘👍😀

[@CompGeekDE]

I would posit that the end has not been written (of our lives) yet.

[@lovemetal2467]

Yup. James wrote this song about preachers being false prophets. As I said in your reaction too, "The God That Failed" James is a truth teller of religion. James is an incredible lyricist, that always speaks the truth of religion, politics, and many other subjects. He's incredible at telling a story with his lyrics.

[@simionenaclably9280]

Yes the lies of religion. Thats why like my husband who is a shaman says: you hateful narcissistt bible thumperz are by far the biggest mass murderers in history for a reason.Cuz nothing is darker than christianity. Period

[@BobSmith-oe3hf]

I really miss Metallica’s instrumentals. Orion off of this album is a really excellent song and possibly the best song on this album. So many good songs tho.

[@mikeromeo8905]

And Call of Ktulu.

[@mikeromeo8905]

YES, YES. They were like dolger coffee. Good to the last drop. I don't drink coffee, either... Much better than coffee actually...lol!

[@Robocline]

I stayed that long. Praise Jesus and you’re right it’s better to give because you want to otherwise it’s just a tax and it builds resentment.

[@ThisBytesForYou]

yup, stayed through the entire video, Metallica is my favorite band, and I have watched a few of your videos, I like the message you pull from it and you guys seems very true to your word, good stuff my friends.

[@thb_super-sam1587]

Amazing I get to listen to my favorite band and great studies man I can’t get enough of it thank y’all

[@captainnibby]

Bro, as a former Christian and current Norse Pagan, I'm not gonna lie- YOU are a pastor that might have kept me in the faith. You have a head on your shoulders like my step-Grandma, understanding and compassionate. You go dude.

[@TheArtistJ777]

“religion”, a set of dogmatic beliefs and practises that are to help a person achieve a spiritual goal. Religion is about believing and doing the right thing in order to be “right” with the spiritual world or a spiritual being, but the bible says there is NOTHING man can do to be in right standing with God. It says even our good deeds are but filthy rags before the holiness of God. So Christianity is different from all other religions, Christianity is based on what has already been done by God on my behalf, not what I can on His. Nothing you or I can do could ever make us more acceptable to God than we already are if we've put our trust in Jesus Christ.

[@suprchickn7745]

Absolutely dead-on brother, all other religions say you must follow a list of things to be holy, Christianity says I must give you the means to be holy as there is nothing you can do in and of yourselves to achieve it. This is why Jesus came and died for humanity.

[@warrenelkins1861]

Your wrong both Taoism & Druidic belief doesn't have a "list" of action needed to get you into a better after life.

[@malkhanley2921]

Oh, and don't forget, Noah, was 600yrs old.....6fekkin(facepalm) hundred......

[@revelationreflection]

Glad the older guy explained the obvious to the young, kinda intellectually slower, guy.

[@keldrifdarkflame8364]

I think I agree with pastor Rob on this one, this song for me was all ways about traveling evangelist "circus comes to town". When I first saw the movie "leap of faith" this song was in my mind the whole time. Now I can't think of one without remembering the other. Good movie, good song, good job. So how about some Ray Stevens "Would jesus wear a rolex?" lol P.S. I almost always watch to the end, if I don't it's only because I had to take care of RL stuff not because of your content.

[@jacobjohnson1504]

When I first got into Metallica, the title of this song worried me. I listened to it, and pulled out the same conclusion and interpretation out of the song that you did. No false gospel! No prosperity gospel!

[@thefilmeffect6089]

lol. I remember listening to all kinds of music growing up like death metal/deathcore and having to skip songs because of lyrics talking about God. I loved the songs, but I would feel bad listening to it. I don't have that problem anymore, but your comment made me think of that.

[@dsvet]

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