1st blog post.
one for the ages.
I cannot be quiet any longer. The call's press is too strong. It made my right foot move, therefore creating momentum to make the left move as well, so now we have me speaking to you. I come as a 21-year old black, saved, educated individual and I won't hold my tongue or stop my fingers from pressing any keyboard combination, resulting in me not saying something God intended for me to do. So please, buckle up and prepare your hearts and minds for a message most of you have never heard before. But i guarantee it will bless you if you heed.
I feel something on the inside of me right now. A sort of tingly feeling. Maybe similar to Jeremiah when he said it felt like fire shut up in his bones. I go outside at least once every day. I watch and/or read the news occasionally, and of course I'm always on either MySpace or Facebook. I see young people doing (and trying to do) things I would never attempt to do, now that I'm more mature and have gained at least an ounce of wisdom. Trying to be the next internet sensation, the next YouTube star or even just the life of the party is what people within my age range dream to achieve. Our aspirations have the wrong aim. We dream in the long run what we will be when we grow up. Then after that, comes the thoughts of what we will possess, who we will know and what awards, certificates or degrees we will have received by then. We live our lives for us. We chase dreams that sometimes can't be accomplished just to make our lives seem more satisfying. One thing I have to say tonight is that if you are not aiming to please God in whatever you do, your life is in vain. One of my friends has his MySpace headline as "Inside of Christ, there is no personal life." A person who is not a Christian would probably tend to look at Christianity with a funny eye after reading that. But since most of my friends here claim to be Christians, I don't think we will have that problem. The quote is 100% true. I think of the time one of Jesus' followers told Him that his father had died and that he needed to go home to tend to the burial and his family. Jesus replied and said "Let the dead bury the dead." The thing is, when you are a follower of Christ, the natural things do not matter anymore. This is a realization that I got today in church. My sole purpose should be to please God. Praise the Lord God Almighty that my main aspiration in life is to make music for Him, while at the same time preach the message the people of this time need to hear. Scratch the big house and 3 to 7 cars and nice clothes. Let your dream be to see souls saved and living for God. A Christian's main purpose is to sow seeds in love and be fruitful. If this is not what you strive for, and you consider yourself to be a born again believer, check yourself.
Another thing that catches my attention today is the amount of people that say that they are Christians. The bible says that Christians were first given that name at Antioch because they were "Christ-like." Now. Let's see. Since a Christian is supposed to be "Christ-like," that disqualifies the majority of the people who boast about their beliefs. And I know what you're thinking... "Micah, don't judge now, you can't judge anyone..." So let's look at the definition of judge given by the Merriam-Webster's Dictionary. Judge in the verb form is defined: 1. to form an opinion, or 2. to decide as a judge. Now that brings me to this point: Since we believe in the Word of God, and know it to be true, then we can conclude that if a person who does acts of sin is a sinner, correct? Correct. Sinners sin. That's why they're called sinners. A person cannot be saved and be a sinner at the same time. That is an oxymoron. Because (and I know you're not supposed to start a sentence off with 'because') when you become a saint (opposite of sinner) you are free from sin. [Romans 8:1-9] "But everybody sins, Micah..." Not true. Here's another one for ya. Jesus lived a perfect life, and before leaving, said that greater things shall we do. So Jesus being the perfect example showed us how to live sin-free. But of course we cannot do that unless we are filled with the Spirit of God, which came on the day of Pentecost. [Acts 1 & 2] So back to my original point of the majority of people saying they are Christian being disqualified because they are not "Christ-like." Their actions show that they are not of God, nor do godly things. And (don't think I'm supposed to start one off with 'and' either) that is NOT an opinion, but mere fact, as they show you themselves. So no I am no judge, nor am I trying to be one. I had obviously been oblivious to hypocrites my whole life, and now I see too many of them. At times I get frustrated and aggravated at the sight of it. Shout and act holy on Sunday, but on Friday and Saturday, were in the club or at some party shaking their butt and/or drinking and/or smoking. It doesn't add up. God said to be ye holy, for He is holy. Last time I checked, being holy didn't include drinking wine, margaritas, and Jello shots. Oh, why yes I said wine. Proverbs 20:1 tells us that wine is a mocker, and he who is deceived by it is not wise. There are so many more scriptures dealing with consuming alcohol it's not even funny. "But Jesus drank..." STOP! Seriously... If you do some extensive studying in Hebrews words, in which was the original language the Bible was written in, you'll find that there are about 11 words that translate into what we know as "wine." "Oinos" and "yayin" being the most used, after being translated, mean basically simple grape juice and the alcoholic beverage. Why would Jesus contradict what was written in the scripture? Think about it. Buuuuuut... While drinking alcohol is more widespread than ever (yep, try preteens drinking...) it is only a portion of my generation who choose to say no for legitimate reasons. Another vice I see is fornication, or having sex before you're married. And honestly, it has been so desensitized in our society that it's not even funny. People tend to get hurt, babies are born while mothers aren't ready, and families are torn apart, as well as lives. Basically and simply put, God made sex to be a way for married couples to show their love and to be fruitful with one another.
Oh my goodness, another thing I see is the "i" syndrome. People are so focused on themselves, it's crazy. I won't elaborate much because I've already said that inside of Christ, there is no personal life. iPods, MySpace, and mostly every other popular outlet in young society today encourages people to have things the way THEY want it. Like Burger King, "have it your way." People have even adapted this way of thought into our churches. They choose to attend a church of their choice, and not a church God would like for them to attend. If the Word of God pricks their heart, it tends to hurt their feelings and don't want to give up their sin, so they go where it is convenient. Most young people (and old) see the Hip-Hop culture, with the flash, fashion, bling and all... and they would rather have that, than to serve God. It's sickening to me to actually see these people who have millions of dollars, and they don't help anyone out. That culture and many other musical influenced cultures have many young people trapped and I hope and pray you (if you're included) will be loosed. I think I'll make a part 2 to this, since there is so much I want to say. If anyone has any questions, remarks, disputes or whatever, leave a comment or send a message.
[Acts 2:38 is the key]
Labels: Christian, God, world
