The Hearts of Young People Today

This is an article I wrote for a friend's newsletter, enjoy!

     In our world today it is increasingly difficult to find light in the darkness that surrounds us. Temptations are stronger, self-control is weaker; and the world grows darker day by day. The enemy is targeting the youth of this generation; he wants to snuff them out before they can arise to their God given destinies. The deterioration of God in our lives and the erosion of the family have caused people to go after fulfilling the lust of their flesh. Youth have grown rebellious, they do not submit to authority, they have no work ethic, and the temptation of drugs, sex, and alcohol has increased even more so than before.

The good news is that there are many who are sold out for Christ and make a difference, and it is those kinds of young people that need to witness to their peers. We need to rise to the challenge and make a difference! We are supposed to stand in the gap and be a light. We can do so through prayer. Prayer is so important, and we do not see how much prayer can impact the supernatural. We need to pray for those who have been influenced by worldly things.

As Christians, we are to reach out to the lost and the broken and lead them to The Lord. We are to show them the love of God, even when that may be difficult to do so. There are people that have come from abusive families, and they may not know how to love because they have never been shown love. For some they feel like there is no hope, and many have committed suicide because they feel like their lives are worthless. Their lives are far from worthless; God loves them just as much as you and I. We need to love them and reach out to those who have been hurt. We should not make fun of them like everyone else or ignore them. The Bible says that God is love; we should love and respect each other. People get very busy in their day to day lifestyles, and we all can fall easily into that pattern. But we need to stop thinking about ourselves and think about others. We all have all fallen into that infamous rut of “Me myself and I” from time to time; but now we must change. The lives of some of these youths may very well depend on us, and we cannot take that lightly.

             One of the most common things youth face is peer pressure. It doesn’t matter whether it is at school, church, or any other place; peer pressure can be dangerous. Christians have to face these things and make the choice not to fall into sin. It may be difficult at times, but it will be worth it in the end. We need to defy peer pressure and stand out. We do not need to be normal. Jesus died on the cross for our sins; He defied death and rose again! What he did was not normal, nor should we be! So with that said I will now say this; love is one of the most powerful things in this world, and love can alter lives. So dare to be different and stand out!  

"Battle Cry" A Poem

This is a poem The Lord lay on my heart one night. Here is the final product!


In days of old warriors fought for their king, they rose to the challenge to hear freedom ring.

The battles are now over and the kingdoms forgotten and now people ask; how better has life gotten?

Life is easier; or so they say. It now seems that most people are only concerned with their day.

They go to work, speak of politics and daily hub bub, and when at home they just sleep ‘cuase they’ve had enough. Some people do their best to make it through the day; struggling, fighting, trying to survive, cuase they just wanna stay alive.

But oh no, Christians are different, they are perfect, religious, and so self-esteemed; no one could imagine them doing any wrong thing!

But so far from the truth, a myth spoken in lies, we are still people; human lives.
We make mistakes, slip-up and get very confused; and sometimes we don’t win; we lose. But there is a difference between us and the common man; we are part of a master plan.

As it was in the old, so it is in the new. Soldiers arise, fight wars, settle scores, and through the raging wars, they battle for our freedom. Christians are supposed to be the same; we should know that war is no game. For we battle every day; it not flesh and blood, then a spiritual battle, which is hard enough.
 
When you find yourself on the edge of a valley steeped in the shadow of death; you can’t go around it, you must press forward though you feel so alone. The darkness swallows the faintest glimmer of light, and you just don’t know if everything’s gonna be alright. Are Christians the only ones who feel this way?

No so. Soldiers also encounter the same. But unlike the soldiers, who know not the outcome of their conflict, we know we are promised victory.  One day our king will return, and all will be set free. Peace will rule and the blind will see.

But until that day comes, we must fight for what is right, even if we lose our lives in the fight. The darkness may rise and the evil may roar, but out of the shadows a whirlwind shall soar.

The darkness shall be shattered in the wake of a thousand flames, and all will see the mighty glory of His name. So rise up, do battle; answer the call! For we fight against a foe that would consume us all!

We are warriors of the King, and as we march into battle, our hearts will sing. We know the outcome, we know the score! In the name of Jesus Christ we shall win this war!

We are conquers, warriors and even more; we are God’s children, made for war! So never forget who you are; strap on your armor, shield and sword. Even at work, school, or play, never forget who you are this day!

 So choose this day whom you will serve, for as with me and my house, we shall serve the Lord!