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STAND!!

1 Corinthians 16:13

 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong

 
We search for so many things to detain, and entertain us in this world. And the world has so much to offer us when it comes to entertainment.  But when we open our eyes and hearts to what this world has to offer we must remember to always keep our guard up.  “GUARD?” you may ask. . . . Yes keep your guard up.  My friends, via music, movies, and gossip we can allow all sorts of spirits into our lives.  We can be influenced, tutored, and swayed by what we here and see.   Consequently what we allow ourselves to be entertained by is what we will condone our children to watch and see.   You may say “I don’t let my kids see everything I see!”  But the fact remains that your children see and hear what you are doing!  Unfortunately this is the example that most children will follow.
 
The bible calls us to be men and women of courage! This means having the integrity to put away those things that we should not let entertain our flesh, and hinder our Christian walk.  When our children come home talking about something they have seen at school or on the internet that doesn’t fit in the pattern of Godly living that you are teaching them, please correct that behavior immediately.  It may seem trivial at times but it is what is necessary in order to stay on the path GOD has called you to be on.  It is ok to know what the world is selling. However do not buy into it.  Likewise do not buy what the world is selling only to give it to your children.
 
The bottom line is:  Do not settle your morals in the name of entertainment.  Do not idolize entertainers, their lifestyles, or their message.  Cling to what is GODLY and support those who do the same.  Let GOD’s spirit lead you to the message, music, movies, and lifestyle that pleases him.  By no means do you have to sacrifice music, or seeing movies!  However you should use a spirit of discernment when picking what music and movies to hear and see.  Be strong for yourself and your children! Stand on GOD’s word and live a life that is living proof of your stance.  Let what you do become an example and testimony to your commitment to GOD.  
 
Be encouraged. I love you always and in all ways.
 
 
Rev. M. Harrison

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