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Blurred Lines?

As Christians we are charged to preach the gospel in and out of season. If not for simple fact they we can’t help but share our joy, for the reason that we love others and want to save the lost. The question becomes how do we effectively share the good news so that we reach the lost?

We have the information. We should first fully trust the power of the Word of God. Apart from that you cannot teach Jesus. Then we have the delivery part. We must know who we are speaking with and from that how to relate to where the listener is. We see this in the Acts of the apostles. Furthermore, Paul illustrates this point in the scripture below…

http://bible.com/1/1CO9.19.KJV For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more. And unto the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to them that are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain them that are under the law; To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law. To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.
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But what does that mean really?? What does it mean to “become” that which you want to save? Perhaps it highlights the need to show you understand where they are so you can teach. Show that you can relate. Paul understood that concept, but do we?

How much like the world must you become in order to bring the world to Christ? A valid question because we do this and see this daily. We may water down the gospel or try to make it hip in an effort to win souls.

This has good intentions but I caution us a few things:

Don’t leave important salvation doctrine out
Don’t give them the hamburger without the meat! A whole bunch of televangelists are super popular because of this very thing. Not giving the complete gospel can put you in a false teacher category.

Don’t fly outside of biblical authority.
Uh oh. Might strike a nerve here. Don’t bring “Strange fire” no matter how good your intentions. Just cause it fills pews don’t make it righteous if God didn’t approve.

Still stand out
I find it of concern if someone is comfortable around a Christian because they practically can’t tell they are Christian. Relate, but don’t participate!

We have a new Christian music revolution where the music is now very worldly. As a music fan,I love the creativity! We reach a whole new audience this way.

But what happens when the bad slang is used? Rappers using the N word, profanity, etc? With anything, contradiction does not teach. However, when you find an artist trying to change, don’t shoot them down. As Priscilla and Aquila to Apollos, admonish gently, teach and correct.

To my musicians and all who try to give the good news I say if you are trying to become all things to win souls, DON’T BLUR THE CHRISTIAN LINES.

On that note, check out Da Truth with Table Talk

Blessings in your Christian walk,

CMP

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Are You a 24 Hour Christian?

A friend of mine once jokingly told me about a time where he had to “put religion on pause for a second” when somebody upset him. Lol.

Have you ever turned your Christianity off? Have you turned it down? Let’s reverse it. Has Jesus ever turned His love for God off? Has He turned his love for us off?


Look at one day of your life. How many hours of a particular day are you a Christian? Showing Jesus? Living His way? Speaking as the oracles of God?

Does your circumstance make you turn it off? Where you work? Your company? Who’s around you? Who’s not around you?

Do you alter your Christianity level to fit your audience?

Think about these questions. I’m asking myself too!

Consider these verses…

Philippians 2:12 KJV

Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Luke 12:37 NIV

Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.

Ephesians 5:15 KJV

See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,

God does not want us lukewarm, nor does he want us to be Christian sometimes or when convenient. And since He sees you when when nobody else does and we never know when or time to face Him may be, it’s important to always be ready.

Remember, your commitment to Jesus 24/7 will save both you and those around you.

It’s an everyday thing!

Speaking of which, enjoy the song of that very title by Andy Mineo.

Blessings in your Christian walk,

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Love This New Joint — Atiba Halisi “Deep” – OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Stumbled upon this one over at Rapzilla. Check out Atiba Halisi with “Deep”. I like his casual yet conscise flow over this soulful backdrop, speaking on Christ’s love.

Let me know what you think!

Some fresh music shared by your friendly Christian Music Pusher.

BLESSINGS!!

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Church Shopping?

There are groups of people that don’t believe in “organized religion” and don’t see the value in being attached to any church assembly. Okay. But for those that realize the blessing of assembling with others of like precious faith, how did you arrive at the congregation where you now worship?

Let’s hope it was not for the following reasons…

1. Entertaining: The band plays hip Christian music, the preacher is so eloquent and energetic and you just feel so, well, entertained.

2. My family and friends have always attended: Fam and friends are there so it just makes sense. Plus it must be right if they are there.

3. Tolerance: They accept anybody. Meaning you can be a Christian and live any way you like and they won’t judge you or hold you accountable. They don’t bother me if I miss church. Overall loving family.

Let’s hope you are with this congregation for these reasons…

1. Sound doctrine. The beliefs, acts of worship, the things taught from the pulpit and in the classrooms are rooted in Biblical scripture and example. This is what makes it work. If your goal is to be in line with God’s word, you will be sure to worship where everyone else seeks the same thing.

2. Great godly workers. Every single part of the body of Christ must be actively working. They are all important. And they inspire others to good works. This helps the church grow.

3. Biblical leadership. Christ is the head of the church. The Bible highlights how the leadership structure should be. If it ain’t that, might want to re-examine things.

4. Family love. Rejoicing with those who rejoice and weeping with those who weep. Gentle rebuke of a brother who goes astray. Support and exhortation. We should be a family in Christ. Seek that.

You value worship and understand the weight that how you serve the Lord carries. You’re trying to get to heaven right? Make the effort to assemble with those of like precious faith.

Don’t just waste your life and afterlife just mindlessly sitting in the pew. Study your word to make certain you’re in the right place.

Just some friendly advice from your Christian Music Pusher.

Enjoy Church Clap from KB featuring Lecrae

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FIYAH!! “Beckah Shae – Turbo Style (Official Lyric Video)” on YouTube

I thought Beckah Shae made a beast with Incorruptible. But she blew that away with her new song Turbo Style. The song feels reminiscent of the eighties hit She’s a Maniac. Dance like nobody is looking to this one about keeping your eyes focused on the heavenly prize!

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You’re in the Right Place. Hang in There

http://bible.us/1/JHN6.67.KJV Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
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When we experience hardship or have to deal with a hard teaching from God, we are faced with a decision. Leave God or stay with Him.

We get troubled and think we should bail on the one who saved us and loves us. I see it all the time.

But the answer is easy. Jesus’ Apostles realized that from Jesus there is nowhere else to go. That He indeed had the Words of eternal life.

Hang in there. Stay with Jesus and He will stay with you. His yoke is easy and His burden is light.

Just a quick thought from your friendly Christian Music Pusher.

How about some music? Reach records hip hop artist KB with Be Alright

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w4GBn6qZEA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

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Still Dancing to This! – DAVID THULIN FEAT. WARR ACRES – HOPE WILL RISE

Stumbled upon this Christian dance producer on Pandora now I’m tuned in. David Thulin has rocked dance remixes for folks from Beckah Shae to Group1Crew. I can’t wait to hear more!

Check him out and dance like nobody’s watching! Lol!

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…About The Trayvon Martin Case – My 2 Cents

Well it would be out of place if I didn’t address it. The Trayvon Martin case. But I promised myself I would be brief on these blogs for myself and for the readers (we just don’t have time these days to read dissertations. Lol)

I fall in the category of the mildly informed bystander who passively paid attention. So what do I know in my narrow scope of knowledge? A young black boy was coming home from a store with some food and drink in his hand, somebody profiled him as a criminal of sorts and followed him, he got wind of him and a scuffled ensued which resulted in gunshots and the death of a young black man.

Details from both sides conflict. One pointing out that it was self-defense. The other saying this man started it by following him and eventually killing him after the scuffle. Something happened and again, a young man is dead. A 17-year old. Immediately I saw pictures of Trayvon placed in the spotlight with intentions to paint him as a thug who probably deserved it. Well that’s not right. Zimmerman continued to scream self-defense.

So the case begins. Then the case ends. The jury says there is not enough evidence to prove against Zimmerman’s plea for self-defense. It’s over. Zimmerman wins. Trayvon loses.

There are now several ways to look at this right? The justice system is flawed. The self-defense law is flawed. That was my take. Something didn’t and still doesn’t feel right. In my narrow view of things, I don’t think Trayvon had a fair shake. Perhaps his prosecution team was weak. They couldn’t build a strong enough case. Perhaps, the jury was swayed to believe this young black man was in the wrong. I didn’t see that. Perhaps the defense was just too good. Maybe. But where does the media and the public go?

RACE. COLOR. RACISM. Perhaps…

But the media have jumped on it like ravenous wolves. People are taking the streets. But Zimmerman is Hispanic…right? But he looks white – wait! No, this can’t be a racial issue could it? As far as we’ve come?? Nah! Could be. But if it wasn’t, would somebody still try as hard as they can to make it one?

YES.

Let’s me pull this all together. To Trayvon’s parents. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray that some resolve can come to you in some way. It’s not fair. You raised a child and love a child only to lose him this way. To Zimmerman, dude you didn’t look too concerned about what you did — whether on accident or on purpose. I pray that you are sorrowful for taking a life under whatever circumstances and take into consideration the magnitude of what you did. Remember, I’m an outsider, but this is how I feel. To the outsider, if you are uninformed and Black, don’t picket and post comments on twitter to incite racial tension.

What we need to do right now is pray. Pray for Trayvon’s family, pray for this society not to become volatile and ready to fight for something that they barely have knowledge of. There are people who simply want a reason to act up. Let’s pray for peace.

Don’t get sucked into a “fight the power” situation if you DON’T KNOW JACK!

Our work is to teach Jesus. Teach the Word. Teach peace. Teach us not to show partiality. Teach society not to get to this point. I guess I’m worried. I guess I am uninformed and scared that I will be an uninformed picketer. What Trayvon Martin became was yet another victim of many things– for sure gun violence. Let’s pray and make efforts to curb this epidemic. Let’s be sorrowful for that and let’s be smart. Only heaven knows what truly happened that night.

As I posted when I first heard the verdict, we have a righteous Judge in heaven that will make the right decision, who will examine all the evidence, who will not be faulty and there will be no one to dispute His judgment.

I leave you with two scriptures regarding living peaceably and not showing partiality…

Romans 12:17-18 NIV

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.


James 2:1, 8-10 KJV

My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.

I think this song by Lecrae from his album “Gravity” really captures the crux of this situation…violence should stop.

Blessings,

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Lyrical Sunday Sermons- Know Me by Trip Lee

Once you get passed the fact that we are not the product of chance or a big bang theory explosion, you will understand that God created us. And he didn’t just leave us here to fend for ourselves. He has always given His creation instructions. Where He one spoke directly to His people, in these latter says, God has given His Son and then the Holy Spirit which is His Word. The Bible.

Consider… Ephesians 6:14-17 KJV

Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:

2 Timothy 3:14-17 KJV

But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

We therefore must be diligent to read, study and obey and LIVE the Word of God. In it lies our purpose, our strength, our hope and how to get through this life. It’s peace.

Trip Lee made one of the hottest songs I’ve heard and it really highlights this point. It’s called Know Me from his latest effort The Good Life

Without giving too much away, listen closely to this song…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P904u005EBM&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Blessings,

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