Today marks the second week of six in the books. It was a relatively uneventful week and for that I am grateful! When I got back to my hotel room, I did what I always do: jumped on the computer to check my e-mail, change clothes, etc. When I opened my e-mail, I received a message from the Gospel Music Channel informing me, among other things, who won Dove awards last night. So, my curiosity got the best of me and I looked. My favorite group, Casting Crowns, received a Dove Award for "Group of the Year." I was really happy for them…they deserved it!
I decided to check out Casting Crowns online to see what they've been up to. In my online quest, I came across an awesome song that they recorded in 2005, "Does Anybody Hear Her". To accompany this song, I found, on YouTube, the very powerful "Does Anybody Hear Her" video. So what’s the purpose of this note? I want to know if you "are you running 100 miles an hour in the wrong direction?"
The song asks two simple questions: "does anybody hear her?" and "can anyone see?" These questions are often dismissed because we don’t want to get out of our comfort zone. We don’t want to take those steps out on faith to preach the Gospel. How many times have you had the opportunity to talk to someone about Jesus and decided not to? Why? Was it because you were scared of rejection? Maybe you were afraid that they would ask too many questions that you wouldn’t have the answer to? Were you too busy? Jesus tells us that we are to "go and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:18-20). My church family in Florida simply called this "BOMO" which stands for "be one (a follower of Christ), make one (a follower of Christ)." How are we supposed to do that if we ignore those that need us most? We cannot "make one" if we are blind. We must open our eyes and see those that need Jesus.
Another part of the song that I found revealing was, "if judgment looms under every steeple." How is that possible? If we as Christians are supposed to be forgiving, loving, followers of Christ, how can we judge people? Raise your hand right now, regardless of where you’re reading this, if you are perfect. That’s right, you’re not perfect! None of us are! The only perfect One is Jesus Christ! We must break down any barriers we have (fear, nerves, uncertainty, etc.) and do what Jesus told us to do. I haven’t always been the best at sharing Jesus. I have fallen into the nervous or scared of rejection category on several occasions. But, you have to understand that God will provide for you the wisdom to share the Good News. Take a look at Proverbs, chapters 2 and 3. He will give you the wisdom (Proverbs 2:6).
Like always, if you have any questions, please let me know. I would love to share Jesus with you! Have a blessed weekend! See below for the "Does Anybody Hear Her" video!
I decided to check out Casting Crowns online to see what they've been up to. In my online quest, I came across an awesome song that they recorded in 2005, "Does Anybody Hear Her". To accompany this song, I found, on YouTube, the very powerful "Does Anybody Hear Her" video. So what’s the purpose of this note? I want to know if you "are you running 100 miles an hour in the wrong direction?"
The song asks two simple questions: "does anybody hear her?" and "can anyone see?" These questions are often dismissed because we don’t want to get out of our comfort zone. We don’t want to take those steps out on faith to preach the Gospel. How many times have you had the opportunity to talk to someone about Jesus and decided not to? Why? Was it because you were scared of rejection? Maybe you were afraid that they would ask too many questions that you wouldn’t have the answer to? Were you too busy? Jesus tells us that we are to "go and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:18-20). My church family in Florida simply called this "BOMO" which stands for "be one (a follower of Christ), make one (a follower of Christ)." How are we supposed to do that if we ignore those that need us most? We cannot "make one" if we are blind. We must open our eyes and see those that need Jesus.
Another part of the song that I found revealing was, "if judgment looms under every steeple." How is that possible? If we as Christians are supposed to be forgiving, loving, followers of Christ, how can we judge people? Raise your hand right now, regardless of where you’re reading this, if you are perfect. That’s right, you’re not perfect! None of us are! The only perfect One is Jesus Christ! We must break down any barriers we have (fear, nerves, uncertainty, etc.) and do what Jesus told us to do. I haven’t always been the best at sharing Jesus. I have fallen into the nervous or scared of rejection category on several occasions. But, you have to understand that God will provide for you the wisdom to share the Good News. Take a look at Proverbs, chapters 2 and 3. He will give you the wisdom (Proverbs 2:6).
Like always, if you have any questions, please let me know. I would love to share Jesus with you! Have a blessed weekend! See below for the "Does Anybody Hear Her" video!
Blessings,
Jeremy
Jeremy