Skillet's John Cooper shares why he decided to start speaking out against liberal ideology

[@bravebear02]

This is a huge sigh of relief knowing that Skillet still stands firm beside Christ. Society has evolved into a system where theres no longer a 'right' or 'wrong, but a 'right' and 'almost right'. I'm so glad John clarifies this point and is unashamed about it. With so many of these Christian artists willing to leave their faith for whats evil, its amazing to know Skillet is still walking with Jesus.

[@skilletdominion8113]

👏👏👏👊yes

[@chessenn491]

Heavily disagree. I am sure this will come very disappointing, as it has to me, to a lot, if not most of his fans. His songs, while certainly listed under christian rock don't at all represent anything of the kind if you're not religious, as I'd argue a lot of his fans aren't. So this is very saddening.

[@joannepranata9405]

yet people judge him for his self expression through music, GOD LOOKS AT HIS INTENTIONN!! he still PREACHES THE TRUTH ❤❤ unlike those people who sign hymns but.. THEIR HEART IS NOT ABIDING THE TRUTH! people may JUDGE US but only GOD KNOWS OUR HEART

[@davikleinpaul]

@@chessenn491 I think you don’t necessarily need to be religious to enjoy his music, not even the old ones like alien youth era songs that spoke more directly about Christ and the religious side of the thing

[@brettburton1320]

@JohnCooper and @Skilletband are one of the many influences that brought me to have faith in Christ. I started listening to them right after they dropped Collide. And after listening to them for a few years I found out that they were Christians. That piece of information put a whole new perspective on their lyrics for me. Especially after watching an interview where John was talking about their song Hero, which he said he wrote about Jesus Christ. So I am thankful that they didn't explicitly sing about Christ because I probably would have disregarded them and never started to look for Jesus. God bless them and this world. We all need Jesus.

[@Futureyeti3]

Ever since I heard John Cooper was approached by a music producer and told him he could go GLOBAL, all he had to do was stop preaching Godly stuff. He denied that offer and, to this day, still makes music for Jesus. John has proven he is a loyal follower of Jesus Christ. Love Skillet!

[@jeffr5552]

I don't frequently come across an interview with Skillet, but when I do I'm always pleasantly impressed by how John presents his beliefs on his Christian faith, and in particular, his theological beliefs. So many Christian artists, when asked even surface levels about their faith, give a bunch of really watered down casual statements that leave you wondering if they even know what salvation is about. It's nice to see someone with a large music platform who actually speaks with depth and authority in the truth.

[@Savagewolver]

Now and forever why skillet is and will always be my favorite band.

[@calebheinle4025]

John Cooper is a great role model for Christian men! We need more John Coopers!

[@PHC_backup]

and for females aswell! :D

[@PHC_backup]

@Benjamin Willis I'm always on John's side tho

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@a-ddaigrepont3375]

Amen

[@Olibelus]

He speaks a lot of sense. His thinking is very logical and consistent. Big like.

[@macythecleaninglady]

I loved to hear John Cooper’s heart about his stance on the Bible, God and Jesus. He’s not afraid to take a stand for the Word! Guaranteed to continue to listen to skillet for years to come♥️

[@perfectingpatience]

Keep speaking the truth John! Amazing example of a strong man for Jesus

[@angelanorman892]

So thankful for the stand that John Cooper takes. He is a fresh voice in this generation that is desperately needed! Continue to teach the truth!

[@honestpainters]

If I didn’t like John Cooper I’d hate him. He is so talented as a musician and now we see he is a great speaker, writer, and teacher. I feel like I can’t do anything as well but will try to serve the same God.

[@countrycoverangel]

I love Skillet even more now!

[@Captain_Kirk116]

"This John Cooper, he's the real deal." -Mike Huckabee. I listen to his Cooper Stuff podcast every week and the book, Awake and Alive to Truth, is excellent and I love how he used that book as a way to point the reader to the only source of absolute truth in our society, the Bible!

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@Purespirit777]

The Bible?? The Bible has been so heavily edited and all 27 books of the New Testament were voted into the Bible by the Roman government. There are some truths within the Bible but have to know how to read the Bible but to say the entire Bible is truth is heresy against Common Sense thinking Etc

[@connieclarke9547]

Awesome interview!!Thank you for being real in who you are. The influence you have over young people!!My grandson wanted to come see skillet in concert at Winter jam a few years ago and he told me skillet was a Christian band ,now mind you I’ve heard skillet’s music but never new your band was Christian. I was blown away at the concert. Now I listen closely to your words and watch your interviews. Skillet is water for such a thirsty world. Thank you ❤️

[@GradiorDignus]

Man if we all had brothers in person as Solid as John that would be pretty amazing he’s just being obedient to God every morning that’s what’s kept him that’s what will keep him and why I appreciate him

[@Bigfamilyhomestead]

Baller.

[@pogveteranar9415]

After being let down so much by modern music that’s supposedly Christian, I am relieved there’s one band staying the course.

[@tamibrockman4856]

I love that the Lord has given me this band. I don't understand why Christian stations don't play more of your gift . Undefeated has helped me so much especially when the enemy is attacking so strong. God bless them and I pray that any of your books or music God opens doors no man can shut.

[@Savagewolver]

I think that might mostly be skillet’s request. Whenever I listen to skillet’s harder music, I.e. monster and falling inside the black, I’m reminded of when Jesus was eating with the disciple Matthew and how the Pharisees asked why he ate with “publicans and sinners”. While they didn’t say it explicitly, I think skillet’s goal is to reach people that aren’t necessarily born into church, as I had been, or have been around church goers too much in their lives. Music touches many lives, and it draws people together. It’s the perfect platform, really.

[@binga04]

Amen!!! I'm happy to hear John Cooper still stands to the word of God, how it is written, what is right is right, what is wrong is wrong. We stand with you and you will be in my prayers to stay STRONG, fight what is right and that is "God".

[@nickpatten5263]

Great interview John, and how eloquently you state your beliefs and understanding of the gospel. What a great ambassador for Christ.

[@nickpatten5263]

@@aspieanarchist5439 Really? I was talking about John not Trumps understanding of the bible.

[@TriKittah]

Mr. Cooper, you're right. If they're attacking you, then you're doing something right.

[@chessenn491]

What is that logic even

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@robertgaudet7407]

@@chessenn491flak is thickest over the target

[@donbancroft1334]

Love how John speaks out and the truth lives! Intelligent, factual and full of hope for our children. #keepGodinourlives

[@NFSjam00]

As someone who became a Christian recently and a former radical leftist, I'm so glad John is unapologetically talking about Jesus and the gospel. Only Jesus can save people because he is the way, truth and life. 🙏

[@AaronHuie]

Welcome to the light mate

[@dennisnduhiu3873]

God bless you, man.

[@SrMasterblue]

Thank God for You. Leftist are so dangerous nowadays. Always, in fact. Glad to see you in Jesus hands. Thanks God. God bless You.

[@bananaboy4900]

Thank you John for staying true in the faith!!!!

[@jjspade81]

This makes me so excited to see you guys live in Detroit next month. Wow, this is a breath of fresh air. They people around me have a hivemind and it's not the good kind and I feel the same way you do about the people you once trusted. I need to be around my real people now. 💯 ❤️

[@Conservativethinksgirl]

This is absolutely the interview I needed to hear tonight. Skillet was already one of my favorite bands. This only made me love them more.

[@hollyhall4236]

Love how John Cooper speaks truth!! My 5 and 2 year old grandsons love the song “Monster”. So glad that there are still Godly role models in Christian radio!

[@febbday93]

John Cooper, ladies and gentlemen. This was phenomenal. The man discussed and held fast to biblical and theological Truth while maintaining diplomacy. Totally well done.

[@ChrisWildMan1]

If I hadnt fount skillet id still be Wild an still battlin my addictions I thank God everyday for bringin skillet into my life

[@LittleSeasonist]

I have recently rededicated my life to Christ & I grew up listening to Skillet in my teens. It's awesome to see the faith shine through after all this time Man sees the outward, while Christ sees the heart

[@Jonathan-fu5hx]

"The art might be interpreted in different ways but it doesn't mean the truth is fungible"

[@brentschmoeckel1420]

Thank you for being the band that skillet is!!!we need more bands like this!

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@Naikomi603]

Shitty but rock bands?😂

[@samuelpancake4084]

@@Naikomi603 your saying you don't like this band? Ok? Why are you here . Atleast he had the balls to not be afraid of who he is

[@samuelpancake4084]

@Troy Hendrickson obviously you haven't seen them live

[@sporty1976s]

​@@samuelpancake4084Exactly, far from a pop band!

[@aliensallaroundus1126]

These guys and gals can bring the light in their shows just seen them in Boston and they blew me away God bless

[@chadryan7568]

I could listen to this dude talk all day

[@jacquishay8746]

So relieved and Happy to know I don’t have to stop listening to you I’ve been weeding out my Music and you are my favorite Praise Jesus ❤️

[@karisab4086]

So proud to be a panhead. I became a fan after seeing John preach from stage in the middle of a concert 21 years ago.

[@scottlally8374]

It would be cool if skillet did a song or concert with motionless in White

[@karisab4086]

@@scottlally8374 I don't know what motionless in white is/means

[@scottlally8374]

@@karisab4086 there a band

[@macias7125]

@@scottlally8374 nah they're kinda blasphemous

[@davikleinpaul]

Oh yeah, those times when John had that long blonde hair, good times actually…

[@KingOfThe850]

Im so thankful i grew up on skillet, and that i still listen to them to this day, and that they still stand by the TRUTH! I love them❤

[@whispersinthewind965]

This is a great interview, I refound Skillet after like 20 years of hearing their first album as a kid, and I love their music even more now. Glad to see you're still committed to the truth! Also, massive props to having the guts to stand up and defend your family! Almost made me cheer to hear that.

[@hollynelson7489]

Thanks to John for standing up boldly on this issue. At the risk of sounding self-righteous, would it be appropriate for someone to publicly call the CCM industry to repentance? If biblical orthodoxy has declined as much as John says it has amongst CCM artists, then that's a huge deal. On the flip side, however, how much of the evangelical listening audience would actually care?

[@Savagewolver]

Wow you’re spitting facts, and definitely something to think about.

[@Ampraa]

I love how he mentioned our unification as Christians. "If a Kingdom is divided, how will it stand?" says our Lord 🙏

[@RealBigDLil]

I am flattered that this lead singer of an awesome band is centered on our Lord.

[@gaefferson1]

I love how he is standing up for what’s right …he went up a notch in my book

[@jawmedia7575]

I am buying all the skillet stuff I can find now. Time to go see them live again.

[@christyhembree2737]

So refreshing to witness a strong, biblical stance from a popular Christian musician, going against the grain, taking up the cross, to the degree of losing followers. Stay strong John Cooper! God is using you as a great disciple in your lane! #Christfirst #Jesuswasdespised #counterculture

[@Deanna-m2e]

John cooper is a true soldier for Christ. And he rocks!!

[@selenegama2992]

Great that some people like John Cooper are keeping the truth out there, I do not recognize most of the church at this time now and I am so grateful that I am from a generation that didn't have the internet or run for the money, all was more real and easy to take care. Now look like we get pressured on the way to shut our voices.

[@-Muller-]

Excellent Interview 👍 John, like this channel gets too little attention. I wish more people would sub to channels like yours and hope that one day a person like John would be on the forefront to spread the Truth.

[@Flossie-7]

Good interview.... John’s the best!

[@living4christ395]

I love the way he articulates it all so well. I watch his podcast for that same reason. May the Lord continue to use him to bring many many more to the feet of Jesus!

[@missbhavenvanwinkle7859]

THANK YOU JOHN! 🙌 Thank you for boldly speaking TRUTH unashamedly. 🙏🙏 My whole family of 8 loves your music and your heart. 😊😊

[@happyami102619]

Thank you Mr.Cooper, I'm in total agreement, it is braking my heart that our Christian musicians are falling for satan's lies. Thank you for speaking out, I've listened to you and Skillet for the past 20 years. God bless you! ❤❤❤

[@SusanRichardsDay]

Thank you John for being a voice of sanity in these insane times . I survived the riots of the 1960's . Thankful to Jesus for His gift of salvation in 1989 . We are surely in the Matthew 24 times .

[@ryanwalters694]

I’m so proud of my church. We are Church of Christ. We are very biblically based. We had to remove a youth leader for allowing premarital sex amounts her children. We sat her down and told her that the church doesn’t condone this and that she could either fix it or step down. As an ordained person it was shocking she didn’t see anything wrong with it. She was removed from her office. We are prolife and base our beliefs on those of the first church

[@dubyag4124]

"her".....I wouldn't be too proud of your church. No church is perfect. Every church has blind spots. Boast in the Lord, your identity is Christ, not a particular denomination.

[@ryanwalters694]

@@dubyag4124 so you’re saying women shouldn’t be youth leaders? That appears to be what you’re saying

[@lisalegrand2186]

There's nothing wrong with sex between unmarried people. It's natural. What if people never marry? Then it's not "premarital."

[@ryanwalters694]

@@lisalegrand2186 so you’re saying if I don’t intend to marry the person I’m sleeping with there isn’t a problem? This is the problem with the world today. Satin has got his hooks into everything and making people gray the lines of morality. Please seek Jesus and not the understanding of the world. Satin is who you take your information form if you listen to the world

[@lisalegrand2186]

@@ryanwalters694 Satin? Lol.

[@user-cl6uj5bn2f]

I ❤️John Cooper, we need more real men like him 💪

[@Drumgirl1982]

The problem is him using the term liberal when you make it a red versus blue , blue versus red issue because there are bad apples on both sides it just fuels hate bigotry or even fear of anything different from ourselves

[@kidcleveland2461]

Just saw these guys and gals in Cleveland! Phenomenal Keep speaking truth John!! Thank you

[@DJGCWB]

This is so good because John is so well spoken, calm, specific and confident in THE TRUTH and DIVINITY of THE WORD OF GOD. This is an excellent example of a man with a real respect for the ultimate authority.

[@0fficialdregs]

Love it, he's not rude but speaking with proper mannerism and a peaceful man.

[@buffaloben15golf88]

God, my prayer is that you protect this man. I love how no matter what happens to him, what people say to him, he just keeps getting up and keeps going and fighting for the Lord Jesus. Hallelujah! 👍⚔🔥✝

[@ZakkiLowe]

I love John and Skillet. They are such a breath of fresh air in the music industry. They are warriors of righteousness. John is such a knowledgeable person.

[@richardnoren4331]

Skillet is AWESOME!!! The new album DOMINION Is great as is John’s podcast COOPERSTUFF!! He sings and speaks to us who love Jesus but many Christians and churches look down us who happen to have tattoos or don’t look like they want us to! Thank You so much for giving John a platform in this interview.

[@nu-agegamer3548]

Bootlicker. The new album sucks. No more of the amazing guitar solos that Skillet were known for, and the album genuinely feels like zealotry, which fits with the bullshit John is pulling now. Shaming people for going left. Blaming cultural issues for people being leftists. You don't even realize how pretentious and bullshit that is. What if someone is a leftist because they feel like the Republicans like John are just spouting stupid bullshit? Holding on to pointless traditions like turning LGBT people away. Whether you want to admit it or not, John as an artist WAS good, but he's gotten lazy. John as a person is a pretentious asshole.

[@SterlingTate]

I may be the only liberal leaning christian posting here. Love you John, but can't agree with every position you land on. That's what's great about the church body. We have diversity of belief within christianity that has long been discussed even before the Bible was canonized.

[@matthewdavis418]

Progressive Christianity is of the devil .wake up

[@davidmuth4571]

Good To Know!! My first live Christian concert. I'd heard of them but how hard they rock was a surprise.

[@kattimate]

This is why I love listening to music from skillet, they have good sense

[@MidytheimpGaming]

I'm not personally into religion (due entirely to the amount of fighting it tends to trigger in real life and online since some people say they follow Christ but also spread hate at the same time) but I listen to Skillet because their music gave me the light I lost a few years ago. My friends and family now play Skillet for me whenever I'm in the middle of an anxiety attack and the songs work. Their music has also inspired a lot of scenes in a book series I am writing myself (which the concept of my book series is actually gaining traction in small communities online when the book isn't even out yet). So, thank you, Skillet. For everything.

[@c.g.7144]

Hi there, I just wanted to say, don't blame God, for the sins of people. It's not a religion, it's God almighty reaching out to messed up people in the form of Jesus Christ.

[@brucespencer4676]

John cooper and his band skillet are awesome. Its a testimony to his faith. I'm glad he is a brother in Christ. Keep up the good work #havefaithandbelieve

[@genesis92509]

Great interview. I really respect John Cooper and he is so articulate.

[@srcfreitas]

Skillet is the best. Christ is the highest. Faith is a path you choose to keep your heart warm and close to God.

[@Jaysen6740]

I admire John's backbone to be in the position he is and stand strong for biblical truth. He could easily cave to cultural norms. He will surely be rewarded for standing for biblical truth. I'm a LOOOOONG time fan of Skillet, since 2007. And I become a bigger and bigger fan by the year.

[@eliasfigueroa3324]

This man is an inspiration!

[@malinda1414]

Thank you so much John Cooper for your faithfulness and consistent dedication to the Lord! You are a blessing to me and my family. Praise the Lord for you!!

[@juliajohnson4080]

So happy to see my favorite band holds a Biblical world view

[@QuickRipzz]

I wanna know what model leather jacket he's wearing!

[@tomfrannicola2668]

It's our American right to be able to bare arms, and is our responsibility to protect our families. You obviously hope as a devout Christian, that you never have to use force. John's so spot on, aligned with his religious beliefs, and his constitutional rights. We can be strong, happy, united together, under god and through our beliefs.

[@thechrise]

Really great interview.

[@immelting9834]

Jhon lives down the road from me . Cool guy.

[@Goober_77]

My family recently had to leave our church because they were bullies towards us. Our pastor cator to the bully's and the families who weren't actually wanting to reach out. One family in particular was giving my dad hate for letting me and my brother listen to metal music because it's not Christan like. People like that are the ones who were sheltered and scared of the real world. My dad let's us do that because he wanted to show us what the world was like instead of sheltering us. Skillet is my biggest influence on music and the best proof of Christians being able to listen to metal and rock music. My pastor has even come after people like that in his cermons too.

[@snesbit8475]

Genuine guy, I love it!! Very inspiring!!

[@JNSmith-mz8om]

Awesome interview much love and respect!!! Roman's 12 v1,2

[@michaelturner4722]

Keep THE faith, John!

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@chongxina8288]

Good man. Was a big fan of Skillet way back. Glad he’s a man of principle.

[@Colonel1Bravo]

I like Skillet more now. Respect

[@Jonathan-fu5hx]

Not gonna lie, I always loved some of Skillet's music. Wasn't until 3 or 4 years ago, though when I realized that their faith was not as open to interpretation as their music and that does not make me me appreciate them more, as the music can still be hit or miss with me, but it does make me respect them more.

[@mattlundt5045]

Funny that orthodoxy in CCR is now considered heresy. Great interview. I just became a Skillet fan.

[@nelidascott6917]

Brilliant interview ! John articulated everything so well in a true biblical perspective ! God bless you 🙏

[@jumpinjellyfish9474]

This is amazing! Keep it up !❤

[@ALDAVISON231]

Amen brother!

[@JesseBartholomew85]

Thank you John and Kory. God bless

[@fairchild137]

I love how John just casually dropped the word "fungible".

[@marissadelatorre7753]

Hypocrites are the worst people. The only skillet song I listen to is monster with art the clown

[@mysocalledmidlifecrisisvlo7521]

Saw them on the last tour. They were great. ❤

[@tanyamatus]

I'm a Catholic, and I agree with John Cooper. I love his music also and yes us Christians need to get and keep sharp. So much love Ur way. God bless U all and love you SKILLET

[@chessenn491]

For sure deleting comments

[@brettsepulveda2994]

I don’t practice a religion. I do identify as a Christian. I guess I’m agnostic. But I appreciate the morality of John and Skillet’s songs are great.

[@beyazzenci1800]

How can you be an agnostic person and a Christian at the same time

[@profound369]

He thinks God may exist but hes not sure but he prefers to side with the belief that its probable God exists

[@frozenfury009]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKS7k3-mlrKpeJI 🙏🙏 #Let #ME #Tell #You #How #it #Goes #on fr0z3nfury009 #Communtiy #Page very real... crossfire helped save a life no resolve oringal song in which they stated they moved on from... in which the song helped save a life but they killed a life instead... and skillet reuploads it for what? an original song? official audio? not a cover? illegal...

[@brandonsperberg6371]

as if skillet couldnt become a more hated band lmao

[@macias7125]

since when were they hated? lmao

[@profound369]

I didnt think many people hate them

[@johnathanpratt944]

@@macias7125 you haven't seen the cesspool called Blabbermouth then. Comments are full of the most disgusting insults.

[@macias7125]

@@johnathanpratt944 wtf are you even talking about? Lmao

[@johnathanpratt944]

@@macias7125 I can't stand the people on their comment feeds. They happen to also be the elitist bong heads that say anything that isn't traditional or death/black metal is garbage. They totally suck.

[@nnlark]

great interview

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

I just came back from a funeral and was disturbed by the version of the Lord's Prayer that was to "Our Father, Our Mother." The idea that a father can't be nurturing enough for some to relate to so we'll misgender God shows me how sad things are. I would have never expected this at a funeral given the high risk of non-members being upset by this, but that's where we are with feelings over truth.

[@fathomisticfantasy2681]

One of the reasons I struggle with social anxiety in Church is because of this. I never know who I will offend. After losing a friend to transgenderism I became very shy to make new friends. I struggle at times to go back to Church. Though the opposite adds to it. My art in pastels also give people the false impression I am liberal. This video is very encouraging.

[@DJGCWB]

A servant of The Lord must not be quarrelsome but kindly to everyone, an apt teacher, patient, correcting opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant that they will repent and come to know the truth, and that they may escape from the devils snare, having realized they have been held captive by him to do his will. 2 Timothy 2:24-26 John Cooper exemplifies this instruction to The Lord's servants. God Bless!

[@jeniferharkness8226]

Wow a whole new respect for John! Preach it!!!

[@Daves-not-here]

I can tell you this being a younger man at this time is not a fun experience. Anxiety, depression, and harassment for standing up for your beliefs are all massive chains that tie you down in this country especially as things seem to continue to spiral out of control towards an increasingly inevitable outcome that many know will not be good for the long term. It can be very difficult to keep the faith and to keep pushing forward.

[@poisonoussnake2022]

My an atheist and I love Skillet’s music 🎶 🎼🎵🖤🖤🖤