Christian Metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music that incorporates themes and messages related to Christianity. Bands in this genre often explore spiritual topics, faith, and moral values through their lyrics, while maintaining the aggressive sound typical of metal music. The genre emerged in the 1980s, with bands like Stryper and Bloodgood leading the way. Over the years, various styles have developed within Christian Metal, including metalcore and thrash metal, allowing for a diverse range of sounds while still focusing on uplifting or faith-based messages.