Next time you go to the store and buy that new outfit, those new shoes, that expensive meal or eat when your just bored. The next time you put yourself over someone else, or don't help out a person in need. The next time you complain how bad you have it or how bad our economy is...I want you to think about this.
There are 6.6 billion people in our world today.
Every day, almost 16,000 children die from hunger-related causes--one child every five seconds
According to UNICEF, 26,500-30,000 children die each day due to poverty. And they “die quietly in some of the poorest villages on earth, far removed from the scrutiny and the conscience of the world. Being meek and weak in life makes these dying multitudes even more invisible in death
Nearly a billion people entered the 21st century unable to read a book or sign their names
More than 660 million people without sanitation live on less than $2 a day, and more than 385 million on less than $1 a day.
10.6 million died in 2003 before they reached the age of 5 (same as children population in France, Germany, Greece and Italy)
2.2 billion children are in this world, and 1 billion are in poverty.
The four most common childhood illnesses are diarrhea, acute respiratory illness, malaria and measles. Each of these illnesses is both preventable and treatable. Yet, again, poverty interferes in parents’ ability to access immunizations and medicines. Chronic undernourishment on top of insufficient treatment greatly increases a child’s risk of death.
In the developing world, 26 percent of children under 5 are moderately to severely underweight. 10 percent are severely underweight. 11 percent of children under 5 are moderately to severely wasted, or seriously below weight for one’s height, and an overwhelming 32 percent are moderately to severely stunted, or seriously below normal height for one’s age
Hunger manifests itself in many ways other than starvation and famine. Most poor people who battle hunger deal with chronic undernourishment and vitamin or mineral deficiencies, which result in stunted growth, weakness and heightened susceptibility to illness.
These are just a few facts of what is going on all around us. We are blind and deaf to these issues because of where we live. There are people out there who live off unsanitary water and scraps of bread. Those who never bathe, who don't have homes to go to, those whose parents are dead, and those who support their younger siblings on their own. These people are just like us; flesh, mind, body, soul. Why are we neglecting these issues that are so vital? Many of these people also do not know God. They are in desperate need of so much, and it is up to us, ones who have everything in the world, to help them out whether it's praying, donating, or traveling to help.
It just sickens me to hear about people talk on how bad they have it, how people blow their money on fine clothes, cars, shoes, and food. Never does our brothers and sisters problems across the world enter into our mind in the day. Were so consumed with secular things, and it's just time to change. Stand up for this issue people! For goodness sakes! If you were in a situation like that you would want the same.
Be a true christian and show others God's love through helping others and trying to save soul who do not know him. Prayers can be heard all around the world, but it takes dedication and will power. Please just take this into consideration and take two minute out of your day to pray that people all around the world will be blessed by hearing your word, that peace may be brought between countries and people, and that they can be cured of their sicknesses
Do to others as you would have them do to you."
Luke 6:31
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
The Scientific Facts
There are many people out there who are very skeptical on christianity; the birth of Jesus, the death, the ressurection, and such. Below I'll list some questions you may be wondering about.
1/ How was a man born of a virgin?
-God sent an angel down to earth to tell the virgin Mary that she would be a son. He would be the son of God, and a man who would never sin. The reason God did this was to make him holy, but in a human form. Mary didn't lay with another man, and though she had Joseph as a boyfriend, he was not the father of Jesus, God was.
2. How is it that Jesus, the almighty one, just let himself get killed if he had all this power?
-Jesus knew what was going to happen to him. God sent his son to die on the cross to take away the sins of everyone who believes in him. Jesus shed his blood because of our trespasses, and if he had just killed off the roman soldiers, what would that have proved? It would have proved his stregnth, but not his love for us.
4. How could he come back from the dead three days later?
-Jesus is a holy man, and God's only son. He rose three days later to tell the world that he would come back. In this time he told people about revelation, and when he comes back he who take those who believed in him to heaven, and all evil would be demolished.
5. How can you love something you never see, touch, smell, or hear?
-Good question. It is a difficult thing to comprehend, for non-believers and believers sometimes. When you open your heart to God, there is a definite change. People still love those who have passed away, that they can no longer talk to. When you truly come to loving something and having faith these things don't matter.
6. Why do you talk to him?
-It's called prayer, and you pray for all sorts of things. Some pray to have good days, others to help the sickly in need. People even pray to God to help them want to love him, help want them to want to read the bible, and help want to want to go to church and live a life for God. A man named Chad Reeser said this in a lesson once. "If you had a wife that loved you more than anything and ignored her, didn't talk to her, and pretended like she wasn't there how would she feel? It's the same with God. He loves every one of us and just wants us to come to him." He desire a relationship with us, and by praying to him is how we can have one! He gave us free will, the power to do and think what we want.
7. What is some proof that he is real?
-The answer to that is pretty simple, there is none. Think about how you feel love, sadness, anger, suprises, and air. People try to think so detailed now that they forget about what's actually there in front of them. Look at the trees, oceans, hills, and people. It's amazing... what do you think could have possibly created all of this. The way our planets are alligned, the level of oxygen and carbon dioxide in our air. All the genetics and organs inside our bodies, and how they function. Do you believe that through evolution, rocks forming, creatures swimming and developing lungs, that all the beauty in the world was created? Do you think that humans got their intelligence from monkeys and fish? Where do you think people started to feel love from? God is love, and through love you can find God. He is the ultimate source of how a person should live their life. He wants the best for everyone, and his commandments aren't harmful, but protecting and useful to our lives. Having faith is believing in something, whether you can see it or not. It's a matter of trust and dedication.
1/ How was a man born of a virgin?
-God sent an angel down to earth to tell the virgin Mary that she would be a son. He would be the son of God, and a man who would never sin. The reason God did this was to make him holy, but in a human form. Mary didn't lay with another man, and though she had Joseph as a boyfriend, he was not the father of Jesus, God was.
2. How is it that Jesus, the almighty one, just let himself get killed if he had all this power?
-Jesus knew what was going to happen to him. God sent his son to die on the cross to take away the sins of everyone who believes in him. Jesus shed his blood because of our trespasses, and if he had just killed off the roman soldiers, what would that have proved? It would have proved his stregnth, but not his love for us.
4. How could he come back from the dead three days later?
-Jesus is a holy man, and God's only son. He rose three days later to tell the world that he would come back. In this time he told people about revelation, and when he comes back he who take those who believed in him to heaven, and all evil would be demolished.
5. How can you love something you never see, touch, smell, or hear?
-Good question. It is a difficult thing to comprehend, for non-believers and believers sometimes. When you open your heart to God, there is a definite change. People still love those who have passed away, that they can no longer talk to. When you truly come to loving something and having faith these things don't matter.
6. Why do you talk to him?
-It's called prayer, and you pray for all sorts of things. Some pray to have good days, others to help the sickly in need. People even pray to God to help them want to love him, help want them to want to read the bible, and help want to want to go to church and live a life for God. A man named Chad Reeser said this in a lesson once. "If you had a wife that loved you more than anything and ignored her, didn't talk to her, and pretended like she wasn't there how would she feel? It's the same with God. He loves every one of us and just wants us to come to him." He desire a relationship with us, and by praying to him is how we can have one! He gave us free will, the power to do and think what we want.
7. What is some proof that he is real?
-The answer to that is pretty simple, there is none. Think about how you feel love, sadness, anger, suprises, and air. People try to think so detailed now that they forget about what's actually there in front of them. Look at the trees, oceans, hills, and people. It's amazing... what do you think could have possibly created all of this. The way our planets are alligned, the level of oxygen and carbon dioxide in our air. All the genetics and organs inside our bodies, and how they function. Do you believe that through evolution, rocks forming, creatures swimming and developing lungs, that all the beauty in the world was created? Do you think that humans got their intelligence from monkeys and fish? Where do you think people started to feel love from? God is love, and through love you can find God. He is the ultimate source of how a person should live their life. He wants the best for everyone, and his commandments aren't harmful, but protecting and useful to our lives. Having faith is believing in something, whether you can see it or not. It's a matter of trust and dedication.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Falling
Many times we, as christians, drift away from God and his plan. Sometimes school, work, children, guys;girls, and other things begin to become more important than God to us. This is because we are human, and sin is in our nature. Even though we are human we can't continuously use this as an excuse to sin. We know right from wrong, and it is our job to ask God to help us in our times of happiness and needs.
Sure, worldly things may seem fun at times, but these things wont last. Take for instance;
A fire comes along and you have a $100 dollar bill, an ipod, a gucci purse, a BMW, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
A flood comes and you have a $100 dollar bil, an ipod, a gucci purse, a BMW, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
A burgular comes in, and you have a $100 bill, an ipod, a gucci purse, your BMW keys laying out, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
No matter what God can defeat anything. He is the one that will always and truly be there for you whether your sad, angry, or happy. He deserves to be honored and loved. He created you, your friends and family, your animals, the trees and the oceans. He can conquer anything, and will never put you in a position in which you can not handle. It is vital that we remember what God has done for us, what he wants to do for us, and to let him take control of our lives. It's important that when we stray or begin to that we strive to come back to the Lord.
I encourage you to grab a piece of paper, and at the bottom write down the things keeping you from having a relationship with God. Things that you do rather than read the bible, go to church, pray, or tell others about him. After writing those down, write GOD at the top of it. Hang it somewhere, or keep it with you so that you it may be a reminder to you to keep God as the top priority in your life.
Sure, worldly things may seem fun at times, but these things wont last. Take for instance;
A fire comes along and you have a $100 dollar bill, an ipod, a gucci purse, a BMW, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
A flood comes and you have a $100 dollar bil, an ipod, a gucci purse, a BMW, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
A burgular comes in, and you have a $100 bill, an ipod, a gucci purse, your BMW keys laying out, and God's love for you. What is left? What happens to it all?
No matter what God can defeat anything. He is the one that will always and truly be there for you whether your sad, angry, or happy. He deserves to be honored and loved. He created you, your friends and family, your animals, the trees and the oceans. He can conquer anything, and will never put you in a position in which you can not handle. It is vital that we remember what God has done for us, what he wants to do for us, and to let him take control of our lives. It's important that when we stray or begin to that we strive to come back to the Lord.
I encourage you to grab a piece of paper, and at the bottom write down the things keeping you from having a relationship with God. Things that you do rather than read the bible, go to church, pray, or tell others about him. After writing those down, write GOD at the top of it. Hang it somewhere, or keep it with you so that you it may be a reminder to you to keep God as the top priority in your life.
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
John 16:33
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you;I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
The issue on Abortion
Why is it people go to jail when they murder a human being... whether one minute old, or one hundred years old, but when a mother aborts her child... it's okay? Why is it the unborn child, with hair, fingernails, toes, eyes, and a heart does not effect the mother, who concieved this small miracle, enough to let it live? What if that child would someday save your life, become a doctor and invent a cure for cancer, give you beautiful grand-children, or even lead somebody to Christ? Some argue the controversial issue that a fetus is not a child until born... but what verses give us examples that maybe, just maybe the child infact is a child of God as soon as it is conceived?
In the Bible, and in daily life, the words "man, woman, child, baby, and babe" are considered to being living beings, correct? Now in these following verses they speak of a "fetus" as some would call them... but pay close attention to the words the Lord uses to explain the "fetus" in the wombs....
Luke 1:41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
Luke 2:12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in clothes and lying in a manger.
Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.
Psalm 139:13-16
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth,
your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.
Now that you've seen some examples... clearly in the bible it states that a human is a child of God when even in the womb. Now that I have brought up the point that abortion could be the shedding of innocent blood, look at this verse.
Proverbs 6:16-17 There are six things the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to him:17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood
Now many of those who choose to get abortions, later have deep regrets, sorrows, and mental disorders after their decision. Why is this? Could it be the Holy Ghost dwelling inside of them acting as a contious... notifying them of what they did was againest God's will perhaps? If a baby is conceived, it is part of God's will in life. God created humans to be his children, the highest form of life on earth... and he loves each and every one of us equally and continuously. Think about this... when a woman aborts a child, is she drawing a conclusion that that child is not worthy to live as God planned for it to? Is it not as special, precious, or lovable in the eyes of the Lord? It is! God loves all, no matter what, so why would you abort a child of God?
To abort a child may mean you're scared, un-prepared, not parent material, or selfish. But you should not turn you're back to the Lord! Trust in him, his plan for you, his plan for you're unborn child! The Lord promises to feed, clothe, and fufill you if you have faith, love, obey, and trust in him. Read the following verse below... as it states that running away from his plan is not having faith in him, but sinning.
Romans 14:23 But the man who has doubts is condemned if he eats, because his eating is not from faith; and everything that does not come from faith is sin.
Now for my conclusion... I hope all that read this take this in. Read the word of God... for it may not give us the direct answers to life, but will guide us to form a relationship with God so that we may obey him and go down the right path. Don't allow your mind to conform to the way modern day society thinks… just because it's legal, celebrities do it, or anbody in general, it doesn't always mean it's honoring to God. Do not be afraid, He is always there with you and will never leave you. He is a loving, forgiving, and gracious Lord. Especially in times like abortion which are so contriversial... go to the word, and ask for his guidance in prayer.
In the Bible, and in daily life, the words "man, woman, child, baby, and babe" are considered to being living beings, correct? Now in these following verses they speak of a "fetus" as some would call them... but pay close attention to the words the Lord uses to explain the "fetus" in the wombs....
Luke 1:41 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
Luke 2:12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in clothes and lying in a manger.
Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.
Psalm 139:13-16
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth,
your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.
Now that you've seen some examples... clearly in the bible it states that a human is a child of God when even in the womb. Now that I have brought up the point that abortion could be the shedding of innocent blood, look at this verse.
Proverbs 6:16-17 There are six things the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to him:17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood
Now many of those who choose to get abortions, later have deep regrets, sorrows, and mental disorders after their decision. Why is this? Could it be the Holy Ghost dwelling inside of them acting as a contious... notifying them of what they did was againest God's will perhaps? If a baby is conceived, it is part of God's will in life. God created humans to be his children, the highest form of life on earth... and he loves each and every one of us equally and continuously. Think about this... when a woman aborts a child, is she drawing a conclusion that that child is not worthy to live as God planned for it to? Is it not as special, precious, or lovable in the eyes of the Lord? It is! God loves all, no matter what, so why would you abort a child of God?
To abort a child may mean you're scared, un-prepared, not parent material, or selfish. But you should not turn you're back to the Lord! Trust in him, his plan for you, his plan for you're unborn child! The Lord promises to feed, clothe, and fufill you if you have faith, love, obey, and trust in him. Read the following verse below... as it states that running away from his plan is not having faith in him, but sinning.
Romans 14:23 But the man who has doubts is condemned if he eats, because his eating is not from faith; and everything that does not come from faith is sin.
Now for my conclusion... I hope all that read this take this in. Read the word of God... for it may not give us the direct answers to life, but will guide us to form a relationship with God so that we may obey him and go down the right path. Don't allow your mind to conform to the way modern day society thinks… just because it's legal, celebrities do it, or anbody in general, it doesn't always mean it's honoring to God. Do not be afraid, He is always there with you and will never leave you. He is a loving, forgiving, and gracious Lord. Especially in times like abortion which are so contriversial... go to the word, and ask for his guidance in prayer.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Do all religions worship the same God?
This is a common question, and a vital one to know. Often times we do not understand the true differences in religions, and make the mistake of thinking that all religions worship the same God. Below I'll describe different religions and their views and customs.
One reason I bring this topic up is to encourage Christians to go out into the world, and to not fear, but to tell others about God. Many people have been mislead about christianity, having a relationship with God, and getting into heaven. If you truly love your friends and family let them know! You want them to be saved and live a life that is pleasing to God, and that they will be happy with. There is a definite happiness when you are close with God, and it's an experience that all should feel. Trust in the Lord and don't lean unto your own understanding.
- Christianity- In Christianity you believe that God sent his only son, Jesus, to die on the cross to forgive of us our sins, that he rose three days later, and that he will come again. They believe the Bible is the Holy book, and that you can have a personal relationship with God in life. Also that not deeds, but having a relationship with God and believing that Jesus Christ died on the cross to forgive you of your sins gets you into heaven.
- Buddhism- In Buddhism you worship no gods. You try to purify your heart, and live peacefully with everything so that one day you can reach a place called Nirvana. This religion has self-disipline, prayer, and meditation involved.
- Islam- Muslims believe in one god, Allah, which means the one almighty. Their daily duties are to 1. Repeat a creed about Allah and Muhammad; 2. Recite certain prayers in Arabic five times a day; 3. Give to the needy; 4. One month each year, fast from food, drink, sex and smoking from sunrise to sunset; 5. Pilgrimage once in one's lifetime to worship at a shrine in Mecca. You get to a paradise if you have good deeds on earth, but have no relationship with him.
- Hinduism - When Hindu, you believe that your present life was based upon how you acted in your previous life. If you experience hardships it was because of the way you acted in your past life. They believe in thousands of gods and goddess', and the ultimate one as Brahman, There is a God for mainly everything in life, and that you should pray to each of them for different occurances. They also have dancing and festivals for many occassions.
One reason I bring this topic up is to encourage Christians to go out into the world, and to not fear, but to tell others about God. Many people have been mislead about christianity, having a relationship with God, and getting into heaven. If you truly love your friends and family let them know! You want them to be saved and live a life that is pleasing to God, and that they will be happy with. There is a definite happiness when you are close with God, and it's an experience that all should feel. Trust in the Lord and don't lean unto your own understanding.
"Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."
Joshua 1:8-9
Saturday, October 11, 2008
A Topic of L-O-V-E
When you tell someone you love them we often forgot that such a strong word should be kept for only the man/woman we are to be with forever... but how many of us tell every boyfriend/girlfriend we get how much we love them, how we can't live without them, how were going to marry them? The majorities of us are doing it... but is it right? Honestly, how many friends of yours have given themselves up to their "love" and broken up? How many have been cheated on, used, or mistreated? Why do we keep falling into the same situations? Why is it we realize we didn't really love them after all until we've broken up? Why do we ignore the plan God has for us and what he wants us to do?
Think about it... we have our WHOLE life ahead of us, is it really the best decision to settle down, start being intimate, and spending every moment of our life with our boyfriend/girlfriend when were only in high school, still living with our parents, and cannot support ourselves? How do you think God feels about this? Are you leaving him out of the picture, replacing him, or drifting from him?
Why do we try to impress guys based on just our looks? Where is the beauty in that? I understand looking presentable but we go way beyond that! We wear shirts with our chests hanging out, and clothes that just show the guy our bodies. Of course any guy will look... but is it the guy for you or a guy that wants you? We get what we are in most situations... girls who dress loosely and non-conservative end up with guys that do not respect them and say they love them... but what kind of person are they? How are their morals? Are they an active follower of Christ? On the other hand, girls who wear conservative clothes usually attract kind gentlemen type guys who don't just look for cleavage and one night stands. Which are you? What would your guy do if you said "No more physical relationship until we get married?" Could you even do it? Would God approve of what you and your boyfriend/girlfriend do?
Now in love you do feel a wanting to have that physical relationship but what says "I love you" more than waiting and respecting each other? Does a purse, necklace, earrings, or any other gift say it more? Do you know how much trouble can be saved, how much anxiety you wouldn't have to go through if we remembered to not fall into these situations. Have you ever thought maybe God wants me to wait, not only for sex, but most every physical aspects in a relationship for certain reasons? Think about it, what are some of the consequences of pre-marital sex? Pregnancies, STD's, depression, anxiety, regret, cheating. Now look at some of the positive outlooks on waiting till you're married for sex! Honoring to God, not worrying about STD's, secured pregnancies, more fulfilling. Look at it deeply… is God telling us to wait for the better, or to make us suffer with temptation? God LOVES you, he wants the best for you, nothing he tells us is meant to be harmful in any way, it is for our own good and pleasing to him.
We don't know when God is coming back, we don't know if we'll die tomorrow, we don't know if we'll be in an accident… but we'd all like to go to heaven, right? Why do we procrastinate to love and honor God? What are we focusing on most the time… is it our boyfriends, new clothes, sports, God? You answer that in your heart and think about it… is that what God would want you to be focusing most on? You know, we keep procrastinating but when judgment day comes we can't take back what we did or did not do on earth. We can ask for forgiveness, and our God is a forgiving God, but we can't keep falling into these same situations. We must please God with out bodies; he designed them to be temples and made after his own image. We should keep them pure and innocent, even in a world where sex is so commercial and natural. God does all this for a purpose, remember that.
Romans 12:1
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is true worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is true worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Ask yourself these and be sincere to your HEART
1. Are you patient with your other?
2. Are you kind to one another?
3. Do you envy the other?
4. Do you brag about yourself in front of your other?
5. Are you rude to your other?
6. Are you selfish with the other?
7. Do you get easily angered or jealous?
8. Do you hold you're other accountable for things they've done?
9. Do you pay attention to the good or the bad?
10. Do you protect your other?
11. Do you trust your other with everything always?
12. Is there always hope in your relationship?
13. Do you preserve yourself for your other?
14. Are you doubtful?
-We often mistake love for infatuation as well, read these and carefully think through how you feel when seeing crushes, movie stars, or boyfriend.
Infatuation
Sees the other person as perfect
Wants to get own needs met; selfish
Spends all time with the other person
Quickly "falls" for the other person
Other relationships and friendships deteriorate
Dependence on the other person causes
Jealousy frequently
Lasts for a short period of time
Distance strains and often puts an end to the relationship
Quarrels are serious and common
Quarrels can seriously damage the relationship
Wants to get own needs met; selfish
Spends all time with the other person
Quickly "falls" for the other person
Other relationships and friendships deteriorate
Dependence on the other person causes
Jealousy frequently
Lasts for a short period of time
Distance strains and often puts an end to the relationship
Quarrels are serious and common
Quarrels can seriously damage the relationship
Love
Sees the other person's flaws and still loves them
Wants to serve the other person; selfless
Still spends time with others
Takes time to build the relationship
Other relationships and friendships grow stronger
Trust and understanding results in less severe and less frequent jealousy
Encompasses a long-term commitment
Survives and sometimes is strengthened because of distance
Quarrels are less serious and less often
Quarrels can strengthen the relationship
Which relationship is YOURS?
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
The Message of Music
In today's world many children, teenagers, and adults listen to music. There are new beats, rythms, artists; but what is the message being sent across? In top artists' like T.I., Kanye West, Lil' Wayne, Nickelback, and more the lyrics are not only offensive, but ridiculous. Sometimes we overlook the evil and misconception of the music, the ways celebrities effect our lives. Music has the ability to change our mood, our morals, and our characters. Below are some examples in hit songs and some verses sung.
"Anytime you want to pick up the telephone
You know it ain't nothin' to drop a couple stacks
on youWanted you could get it my dearFive million
dollar home, drop Bentley's, I swearYeah, I want'cho
body, I need yo bodyLong as you got me you won't need
nobodyYou want it I got it, go, get it, I buy it Tell 'em
other broke niggas be quiet," by T.I.
"You're beside me on the seatGot your hand between my
kneesAnd you control how fast we go by just how hard you
wanna squeezeIt's hard to steer when you're breathing in
my earBut I got both hands on the wheel while you got both
hands on my gearsBy now, no doubt that we were heading
south I guess nobody ever taught her not to speak with a full
mouth'Cause this was it, like flicking on a switchIt felt so good
I almost drove into the ditch," by Nickelback.
Those who try to live a life toward God try not to associate themself with such music like this. Not only does this music have a bad influence on Christians, but supporting the artists who performs this type of music only allows them to keep doing what they are doing. By standing your ground and not giving in to the secular ways of music you have the opportunity to be an example to others around you, and to honor God. Joshua 5:6 says "For the children of Israel walked forty years in the wilderness, till all the people that were men of war, which came out of Egypt, were consumed, because they obeyed not the voice of the LORD: unto whom the LORD sware that he would not shew them the land, which the LORD sware unto their fathers that he would give us, a land that floweth with milk and honey."
Just as the people of Israel obeyed the Lord, did not forget his promises, and laws saw the light unto which their Father had promised, we can too. We see the problems in the world, the music, the clothes, the morals and evil afoot, but we tend to forget about it. It seems the motto is "If it makes you happy, it's okay." This is not true! Not everything that makes us happy is best for us. God knows and wants the best for us, and by honoring, having faith, and trusting him with our life is the true way to happiness and eternal life. You may have never thought of music being an impact on your relationship with God, but it's something that happens quite often. Think to yourself next time you listen to a song; is this honoring God, is the message clean, is the artist a good influence on me? On earth you have your music, your lyrics, your friends, your clothes, but none compares to the glory of the Lord. Proverbs 3:5-6 says "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." The Lord knows the righteous path for you, but you have to have self-disipline and faith that without world things, that you will be better off. I encourage all of you to go out unto the world and be honoring to the Lord, as well as an influence on those around you who do not truly know God.
"Anytime you want to pick up the telephone
You know it ain't nothin' to drop a couple stacks
on youWanted you could get it my dearFive million
dollar home, drop Bentley's, I swearYeah, I want'cho
body, I need yo bodyLong as you got me you won't need
nobodyYou want it I got it, go, get it, I buy it Tell 'em
other broke niggas be quiet," by T.I.
"You're beside me on the seatGot your hand between my
kneesAnd you control how fast we go by just how hard you
wanna squeezeIt's hard to steer when you're breathing in
my earBut I got both hands on the wheel while you got both
hands on my gearsBy now, no doubt that we were heading
south I guess nobody ever taught her not to speak with a full
mouth'Cause this was it, like flicking on a switchIt felt so good
I almost drove into the ditch," by Nickelback.
Those who try to live a life toward God try not to associate themself with such music like this. Not only does this music have a bad influence on Christians, but supporting the artists who performs this type of music only allows them to keep doing what they are doing. By standing your ground and not giving in to the secular ways of music you have the opportunity to be an example to others around you, and to honor God. Joshua 5:6 says "For the children of Israel walked forty years in the wilderness, till all the people that were men of war, which came out of Egypt, were consumed, because they obeyed not the voice of the LORD: unto whom the LORD sware that he would not shew them the land, which the LORD sware unto their fathers that he would give us, a land that floweth with milk and honey."
Just as the people of Israel obeyed the Lord, did not forget his promises, and laws saw the light unto which their Father had promised, we can too. We see the problems in the world, the music, the clothes, the morals and evil afoot, but we tend to forget about it. It seems the motto is "If it makes you happy, it's okay." This is not true! Not everything that makes us happy is best for us. God knows and wants the best for us, and by honoring, having faith, and trusting him with our life is the true way to happiness and eternal life. You may have never thought of music being an impact on your relationship with God, but it's something that happens quite often. Think to yourself next time you listen to a song; is this honoring God, is the message clean, is the artist a good influence on me? On earth you have your music, your lyrics, your friends, your clothes, but none compares to the glory of the Lord. Proverbs 3:5-6 says "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." The Lord knows the righteous path for you, but you have to have self-disipline and faith that without world things, that you will be better off. I encourage all of you to go out unto the world and be honoring to the Lord, as well as an influence on those around you who do not truly know God.
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