Why Taylor Swift’s superfans are challenging me to be a better Christian
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Sam Brown LICC2023-10-26T14:30:00
As Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour film smashes box office records, Sam Brown writes on what Christians can learn from the devotion of the Swifties
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour film release has grossed an astonishing $164.8 million worldwide, claiming a stunning box office victory against acclaimed director Martin Scorsese’s farewell release Killers of the Flower Moon.
That cultural moment alone demands we pay at least some attention to Taylor Swift, whether or not we would count ourselves among her diehard band of followers, the ubiquitous Swifties. And, as Christians, that means being wise with how we interact with Taylor and her immense discography, stunning live performances and now burgeoning silver screen domination.
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