When Worship Music Goes Wrong! Maverick City Music
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- Maverick City Music Group are a very popular Contemporary Christian music group. They are known for their many hit songs and with their recent collaboration with Elevation Church, Maverick City Music has reached new highs. But this success has come with a price. Maverick City Music has compromised their lyrics to appeal to a larger audience and it's putting them on the verge of collapse. In this video, I react to a recent performance by Maverick City Music at the BET Awards and it's not good.
#MaverickcityMusic #KirkFranklin
Whether you're a gospel soloist or a gospel group, if you're gonna crossover, make sure that you carry the cross over.
WELL SAID AMEN
That's a bar!
Amen
Indeed!! Amen
I got shivers from that!
❤
“If you try to win the world by becoming like the world, the world will win you every time” - Keith Daniels
That's true, for its written love not the world neither the thing of the and if anyone love the world the love of the father is not in them
absolutely !! ' what profits a man if he gains the world but looses his soul'
I use to hate gospel music before I got saved. When I first got saved, I must say that Maverick City's music had me on my knees crying worshipping God. But after a while I began to realize that their music and whom they were singing to started to change as they got more recognition, I noticed the compromise and stopped listening to them. Fame and fortune has definitely turned them to the world. I pray they turn back to the truth and leave such worldly things behind. They are trying to be friends with the world, Jesus sat with sinners but he never partook in the sin. Christian singers who sing with brazen secular artist only send the message that you can continue to do you and still be blessed by God, no need for repentance or turning from sin. This is how Satan merged paganism and Christianity, keep your idols and add a little bit of Jesus. God is more than enough, these things will all pass away.
AMEN 🙏
I’ll just say this if you want worship music from them just listen to their tribl nights albums gospel music and worship music are two different things
Amen!
Amen 🙏🏽
THANK GOD you obeyed JESUS and have discernment!
They sold out to please the world. For the money!
They act ungodly and justify it or try to excuse it away!
We don't go into dark places to become darkness! Well said 🙌🏽
Well said! I’m sorry for them. Fame is dangerous for too many
But as humans that can happen!
We got to have Grace
But what specifically did the worship team itself do that was wrong other than to show up at questionable worldly events? Were they trying to be a light in the darkness?
@@whatsgoodzachnope not what the Bible says actually open it up and read it. You’re either hot or cold no in between or lukewarm or your portion will be in the lake of fire with hypocrites. Repent!
I agree with most of what you have said except the Billy Porter explanation. When I was a sinner, gospel music did have a soul-searching effect on me, but it also gave me an occasion to worship and praise a God, that I was not fully surrendered to as yet - AND this is what pulled me closer. Singing and clapping to Gospel music doesn't necessarily mean he was comfortable in sin while praising God. Let's not be too presumptuous in our assumptions. Again, I agree with a lot points in this video 🙂
The Lord may very well have been dealing with his heart with the gospel and power of Holy Spirit.
You don’t have to be presumptuous when they just put it in your face. Doesn’t matter how you spin it. That man is in sin. Dressed like a woman. Standing up with no conviction. And we know there was no conviction bc you still see him out here dressed like a woman. You’re either hot or cold. No in between.
I completely agree with you. A Hallelujah has no reservations; even demons have to fall and worship
Thank you for making this comment. I agree 100% and couldn’t have said it better. Martha Munizzi was my light through rebellion. Every now and then I craved her music and Jesus… the audience’s reaction doesn’t define the purpose of the music.
"when I was a sinner?"... 🤔
Once I saw Kirk collaborate with Maverick I saw it decline.
I loved Maverick City when they first started. I felt like they were genuine in their worship. I had not heard about them being on the BET awards and singing. This video is very eye-opening and it breaks my heart because the Bible says that a double-minded man is unstable in all of his ways. I pray that they get their eyes off of fame and back to true worship.
That’s double minded to you?
Exactly we don’t go into darkness to BECOME darkness👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾we should ALWAYS BE LIGHT!!!
Amen!
And the salt
Right! We’ve become tainted instead of the other way around.
Why such a narrow view of what “being the light means”?
@@iamthepossible How do you mean exactly? 🙄
I love how gentle, fair and biblical you were in this video. I could feel the motivation of love behind it.
Love? He was judgmental, he had no idea what biggies last moments where, for all we know he could have given his life to church, even him as a person, is he trying to say every single sinner who listens to him, gives their life to christ ?
It makes me so happy to see so many of us using discernment. I did not pay attention to the Steven Furtick collaboration however I started paying closer attention to them and the moves that they were making after the announcement of the Kirk Franklin collaboration. It was downhill from there but this is a group of highly annoying to individuals and I pray they come out of this darkness that they are in. It’s sad how this has happened to so many powerful anointed Christian leaders. The lust of the eyes is a real thing. Lusting after the things of this world and being tempted to compromise. This music industry is something you can’t play with. You have to pick a side. With my 15-year-old prophesied to be a producer, I was initially frightened. I could see it in him since he was eight though. After the prophecy, for four hours that day at my apartment you could hear heavenly trumpets playing in his room. It was prophesied that he would hear prophetically etc. but also that he needed to be careful because the enemy was trying to wrap him up with certain people. It will be my daily prayer that Yahusha protects him and he can hear the voice of God and stand firm in all of these things I’ve been teaching him. I pray Maverick city can do the same
Amen in Jesus Christ holy name. Your son of yours will always make The Lord Jesus proud in the Almighty name of Jesus The Christ!
i come into agreement with you in the name above all names, lord jesus christ!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That’s when I notice their change. After they connected with Kirk,and became more well known and people outside of gospel started noticing them and asking them to sing here and there, that’s when their heads started to turn. I noticed that some of the ones that use to be in around the group was no longer there I knew something has happened within the group. Those out front, have felled in love with the fame snd are loving it! The industry got them right were they want them. Loving the attention, the fame, notoriety. It’s not even about the money for them, it’s the fame more so. And they loving every second of it! That’s when they became lost! That’s when the change happened. I never saw the one with Faith Evens, but the Will Smith, was too much! Singing around the pits of hell was not right at all. That was one invitation they should have never accepted. They needed to learn that all invites are not to be accepted! Regardless of who the invite is from! Not all good, or good for them, or have their best intentions. This is what Kirk should have been teaching them. Since they look at Kirk as a mentor. But Kirk shouldn’t have been there either! So he is not the one to give them that best advice. And I wonder sometimes , if when Kirk felled and hit his head and almost lost his life, if it was than that the switch took place for him, to just let loose all his inhibitions?? It just seems a lot changed in him after that! More let loose and live type of thing, even his facial structure, hairline, just his overall appearance changed!! Just think about that! Look it that !! Not even judging him, cause with a head injury things can change in a person. He was totally out, his future was unknown. They had him under for a long time, so his brain and head could heal. What other changes could have been taking place inside, with the devil knowing he has things he wrestles with, and he trying to walk with God in this industry ! There just could have been a war being fought while he was lying there healing from his fall.
Now back them MC, maybe once this new found fame wears off, they may find themselves waking up and realizing just who they are letting down, and who they have allowed to takeover their lives. Time will tell. Sooner than later!
I love Maverick music. I however pick through their Playlist. Lately I don't feel the spirit in their music as before. I would still listen to their older music. I agree with everything you're saying. Even in my life I see this happening especially with friends who don't share the same belief. Sometimes I have to remind myself who I am. I hope we pray for everyone involved in this situation. God started a wonderful work in this group. Fame has corrupted them .
Can you please provide me with some of their older spirit filled songs? I keep hearing everyone mention the same thing but I'm new to them so can't tell the new from the old.
Will do
Tribl album
@@AA-hj8er God will work it out by maverick city. That's my best of their songs.
@@AA-hj8er
You have, My heart your home, You still holy, Joy of the Lord and so many
Hi Brother, I really respect your calm tone as you discuss this issue but I have a genuine question: You say that the fact that "Billy Porter...a man who wears dresses" was singing and clapping is some sort of proof that Maverick City were doing something wrong or at least headed down a wrong path. Then you went on to say that a person like him "should be trembling under conviction." I'm wondering why you believe this to be true? What in the life and teachings of Jesus has led you to believe that your statement is true? Also, what would "trembling under conviction" look like? How would we know, just from looking with our natural eye, if Billy Porter or any other person felt convicted?
Side note: I'm not a fan of Maverick City and I don't really have an opinion on whether they should perform at award shows. I'm just bothered by the notion that we can look and judge a person's (in this case Billy Porter's) response to the gospel based on what we see with our natural eye. I think that could be a dangerous and unbiblical belief to hold.
When I first listened to Maverick City music, I loved them! At the beginning it was so Spirit filled and deep, convicting, where you'd want to get it right with the Lord then and there. The more they progress it's just catchy music with a message, but it doesn't hold that same weight as their old music held. I'm never to say where anyone is in there journey with Christ, but back then you could feel the surrender. I pray that God keeps them and they follow Him on the right path. 🙏🏾
Amen in the holy name of Jesus Christ The Lord!
Before I landed here, the song “most beautiful” by MC was in my spirit. I went into real worship and wow. I couldn’t help but wonder how they went from that to this. How did they leave from dwelling in the se Rey place to literally pull songs from heaven, to what they’ve become today. It’s really heartbreaking to me.
@@Nordiaaa So true!!
How do you know it was the Holy Spirit? Many of these gospel artists and leaders are free masons. Never walked with God! Deceiving the masses! Music conjures up the emotions.
They really need to seek God face and not after they own.
As a praise and worship leader, I'm challenged with the responsibility of choosing music that brings glory to God, and minister to the hearts of the people! I can't stress enough how difficult it is to find good music that honors the Lord. This is a great video! We are held to a higher standard when it comes to ministry on any level 💯
A church is defined by the worship leader. what type of songs and how it is done. This is an immense responsability. As a christian, I have experienced times when I could not sing aven ONE song during the entire service ! before I was a dancer and choreographer, but now I long for Hymns without "noise" (loud and secular style of music). It is the Spirit of God that's make all the difference. Having consecrated worship leaders is a must. I wish you to always be under God's influence for your own sake and the sake of the church where you minister. God bless you.
It’s hard to find good music because the lord could be asking you to write good music.
I will invite you to check out my music - solid and Biblical 🙂👍🏼
Good evening god bless you i know it's not easy u be and continue to be a blessing am a pastor now I was over the music 🎼 at my old church I understand especially now day's God bless
Music is a tool of the devil that’s why it’s hard. We only need frequencies to connect with the lord
You are doing God's work my brother. Thank you for opening the eyes of so many people who would not otherwise see how they are being deceived. May God protect and keep you now and forever. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
The decline was a given. Bad company ruins good morals. Thanks for doing this. It's never easy to call out false teachers
Amen. Most artists are extremely careful about who they collaborate with, but what I’ve noticed with Maverick city music is that they work with anyone and everyone even if the people they choose to work with have bad fruit.
Truth
@@tyeishaleisure preach 🙏
Unless one is spirit filled.
Not all. If we keep pulling people down instead of Praying for Revelation and Revival... Who are We... Really. You cannot darken an Already dark place! We are the light. Where do We get That light from? Encourage. Pray. Have Faith. Believe!!!
The scriptures says Let EVERYTHING that hath breath praise the Lord. It didn't say let everything that is "saved" according to your standard praise the Lord. I don't get your point. Who or what gives you the authority to say who can praise God? If you did anything research you would know he came out of COGIC church. As probably most of the people in that building probably came out of the church.
I appreciate your comment. However, your comment only introduces more issues. The COGIC church is not known for their sound theology, instead they are notorious legalist and rules driven. That explains why Billy Porter is not a Christian but why he’s still accustomed to “praising” God; because he’s been conditioned by a works based denomination. So what good is singing and clapping to a watered down song doing for him, other than making him feel good about his version of Jesus he’s created? Billy needs the Gospel. Songs don’t save people but they certainly can lead people down a dangerous path.
WIth all do respect, I think that it is ignorant to address that because Billy Porter was standing up singing and not in shame that Maverick City is out of bounds. Also, we hold too much esteem for people/ humans/ and young adults at that….Lets remember that as believers we are only righteous because he said we are. We have no Idea of the seeds that were sown from the song and I guess we still don't understand the power in receiving God's Love. The last thing that we should want people to do (Billy Porter) is hide and be of shame and no I am not knocking conviction but challenging the false idea of being delivered from that that which we hide and or suppress. what true deliverance comes from hiding? All this does is push people towards an accepted community. think about how gangs are formed. In that same video I saw two young men making a mockery out of deliverance as well , which the camera man totally shinned a light on and in my opinion was intentional. A gay Man and Mockers got cameos during the performance. I think it is a bigger picture, and here we come in our ignorance playing into it. I am starting to understand why certain people cant fish everywhere. Maverick City did a great job despite the mistakes they have possibly made in their camp. Keep singing y’all and seeking God.
Ps. and I am a believer.... No middle, who truly desires that everyone encounters our Lord and Savior!
Amen
I was looking for a comment like this. Well said.
@@baileymariepoetry yeah sis, we're all learning and growing. Maybe the intent was to be protective over the body, if you understand what I am saying. God bless❤️
@@baileymariepoetry Same here! Same here. I was looking for this comment so badly.
Thank you so much for saying this. God bless you. Amen
Amen! Gods word is not about comfortability and having a fun life, it’s about transformation.
So once “transformed” - what then should our life as believers be about? Look like? Expound please?
@@iamthepossible it should look like Galatians 5:22.
It should be about sharing the gospel to the broken and lost.
It should be about praying for Gods boldness to walk in His truth.
@@truthandbeautyco Yes!
Amen!
Ohh I love this one!!
This video is filled with judgement and part of the reason why so many people run from the church and run from God . Do you know Billy Porter? Do you know his walk with God ? The answer you’re going to avoid is no .
You’re projecting and it’s sad . The purpose of gospel music and TRUE ministry is to reach the masses & that’s what Maverick City , along with several other contemporary gospel artists , seamlessly accomplish .
What’s even more unfortunate is more people think like you and wonder why y’all are miserable and confused.
Thank you I was just thinking the same thing.
I was going to say Billy porter he needs to research Billy porter's spiritual journey before he goes pointing fingers. But u summed it up perfectly. Maverick city has anointing. Chandler Moore and Dante bowe are gifted by God and he is using them for persons to find God. They might look of the world but their gift brought me to my knees. I felt God in the music, I felt it in my soul. I could go on and on but I wont
Are you saying that Sinners MUST respond to the music a certain way to prove that they are convicted ?
When a Seed goes into the earth, is there a reaction 🤔. ?
Christian/Gospel music should reflect the teachings of scripture and exalt the greatness of God. The music prepares/tills the “soil” for the planting of the seed. Soft/watered down Gospel music will not have much effect on the soil. A seed cannot be properly planted or take root in soil that hasn’t been tilled effectively.
@@ByTheBookMinistries True my beloved brother, this comes from experience , Everyone can be used for the kingdom in different ways .
Thats why one man plants ..
The one planting is allowed to plant because the seed is not yet a tree .
The music that's not directly talking about the Kingdom is still sowing something and posturing the heart slowly..
Think about it..
It's NOT a Christian or Gospel show and they were invited to sing..
Why ?
God can use the foolish things to confound them
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@@choicegospelnetwork Yes, I agree with that to an extent. I totally agree that some plant and some water but I am hard pressed to determine what role they played that night. They were paid handsomely to perform that night. It wasn’t a sacrifice to be there, it was beneficial for their careers. Furthermore, they performed with P Diddy and sang HIS song about Notorious BIG. That’s a slap in God’s face and a sign of weak faith.
@@ByTheBookMinistries #1. The wealth of the Wicked is laid up for the just ..
# 2. If they were singing among believers in a Church then scriptural songs will be relevant, However there are many songs that Doesn't say Jesus Christ that are positive upfull songs that helps promote morality.
# 4. How can you be salt to something that you don't expose yourself to ?
Blessings always my beloved brother, I am not against you, I don't know how long you've been saved but some understandings and Revelation comes at different levels or stages , If we're willing to reconsider some positions.
@@choicegospelnetwork To your second point, scriptural songs should be sung even in secular places. Anything else is compromise. I follow Tauren Wells a Christian Artist who has been given opportunities to perform with Lionel Richie and he did not compromise. He sang the songs he wrote. He didn’t compromise in saying secular.
Oh my GOD... finally someone sensitive and sane with the scriptures... God bless you brother 🤜🏻🤛🏿
yeah it's rare these days. the church has blended in so well with the world.
He is picking and choosing what scripture wrk for him and this situation to try and hurt these ppl ministry that’s not of God period if u go teach make sure teach everything not just what u wanna hurt ppl with that’s not God !!!
I love your fist bump emoji
@@jusdavid1910 it’s only people who are joining in with nonsense that defend nonsense. If you are running away from religion because of one person’s video then maybe you need to examine your ‘religion’ and instead run to God and seek a close relationship with Him then maybe He can open your eyes to show you personally when something is not is Godly (it’s called discernment)
are you using the lords name in vain?
Thank God for His Holy Spirit!! I too used to play their songs ALL THE TIME, until about mid-2021; it just didn’t connect anymore. Recently, about 2 months ago, I tried again and it just felt like I was forcing it; it was empty; no connection whatsoever with my spirit, and I was like, “Nope! No more! That’s it!” I am grateful for God’s Spirit of discernment and I truly pray they are convicted of sin, and of their error, and convinced of righteousness, in Jesus name, Amen! As the Bible says, “Examine yourselves to make sure you are still in the faith…” 2 Corinthians 13:5. Thank you for sharing this in love and humility-God bless you!
How long have many of us been so deep in our sin that it took more then just gospel music, and praying to pull us out? It took a lot for for me. I could go sit in church and because the hold the enemy had on me was so strong it blinded me. It's so sad to see people of God publicly talking about other people of God. It is our responsibility as Children of God's kingdom to pray for each other, not point out what we feel are flaws. Pray and let God be God. All this is doing is validating what non-believers already think. By you calling them out how are you separated from everyone else. We are suppose to become ONE church but yet we choose to allow the enemy to keep us divided. I pray that everyone eyes would be completely opened, and that you don't take offense but is able to receive it and continue to pray for our brothers and sisters. God bless!!!
I thought I was the only one that felt this way. They're not just the same anymore, anyone with the spirit of God can feel it when they listen to their new albums. God bless you sir 🙏
Exactly. The sad part is most people don't see anything wrong with it. If Beyonce asked them to do a collab they wouldn't think twice about it.
I just think y’all judging don’t get me wrong he made points but dude isn’t filled with the spirit but hate and judging I bet if you take him to a spiritual church he can’t stand , just cause you can’t feel the spirit of God through the music or connection doesn’t mean bash that young group, I don’t see y’all bashing Tasha Cobbs or others y’all soo called Christian’s get on my nerves
@@RobinHoodTr3yTV1 WHAT are you talking about.
@@frederickweeks4962 read the word before come judging another soul , your a hypocrite Christian or whatever you are
@@RobinHoodTr3yTV1you don't have a point or argument. Nice opinion though.
Brings tears to my eyes. We have to be stable,firm,and sold out for God
It is sad that they couldn't recognize the snare of the enemy. That's why it is so important to always keep yourself prostate before God and allow the Holy Spirit to lead and guide you as well as convict you when you begin to drift away from God. Because of the lust of eyes, lust of the flesh and pride of life you will be expose and hopefully you give your heart back to Christ. I will be praying for them it is not to late to repent and turn back to God.
tears to your eyes? really? all the things happening in the world, and this brings tears to your eyes. incredible. you must be a bucket of tears everywhere you go
The suspended Bowe, they should suspe nd themselves too, they too are collaborated with non Christians
As the word says rooted and grounded
Brother you are 100% spot on. Thank you for providing this and speaking Biblical truths. You are doing this out of love and concern and not in a vindictive way.
Hear, hear!
I love that you are being discerning without being reactionary. Very BALANCED; much appreciated.
Praying that Almighty God protect you from the evil one, so you stand strong and stay true to the truth of Scripture.
I love how this Pastor has approached this issue with a spirit of love unlike some other Pastors who spew hate at other pastors
Love and concern🤔?
Who is here after the 2024 BET’s performance.
Imagine 😢 I had bought tickets for their show in London and now thinking otherwise
We definitely need to pray for Maverick City, Mali Music, Travis Greene, the Wahls Group and many more. Pray not condemn and cover them in love..I would love to see a video where an intercessor is covering these singing group. Thank you for this video.
I remember watching the BET AWARDS but I had to turn the channel because my spirit was sickened by the wicked and worldly atmosphere. Especially that clip you showed of the man dressed like a woman standing and clapping as if this was true worship. While watching this, I felt like God was nowhere in the vicinity of that place! "They that worship must worship in spirit and in truth!" There MUST be a standard of holiness (Without Compromise) amongst Gods people and the world needs to know it, and see it!!! The world desperately wants to mix the abomination of culture with the sacred. You actually saw the danger before it happened brother as we can see in recent news about Maverick City... Please, let's keep these Gospel and Christian artist in prayer!!! 🙏
Then why were you watching it in the first place?
Jesus would be at the BET Awards sitting right next to Billy Porter, because Jesus wasn't afraid of the world or of sinners. He sought them out, meanwhile the religious folks of his time were angered and disgusted because this man who calls himself the Christ eats with prostitutes and text collectors and not dignified members of the faith like themselves. They thought they didn't need a savior. But they did and so do you Garry. You aren't better than they are. You're not holier. You've falling short, I've falling short we all need Jesus. And it's people like YOU that need him the most because you think you're better and holier than they are when you're not.
Thank you! This is such a balanced and biblical response. This was the BET awards where all artists will show up. It’s error to attach Billy Porter to Maverick City. If the truth of how he really feels about them were known that clip couldn’t support this claim. We need to pray more for those Christian artists on the front lines lest we ourselves become like the Pharisees.
@@keybladechosn1 Jesus would not have been up dancing on stage and entertaining and glorifying the life of sin. He didn't go to sinners' houses and dance and enjoy their festivities. He did the will of God the Father and ministered the Word of God.
@@BudandBloomWithBlossom Hey Blossom, notice how I never said Jesus would be "dancing on stage " in my comment. You just made that up. I said "sitting". Seriously Blossom, reading comprehension. He'd be sitting right next to Billy Porter just as he sat and dined with criminals, prostitutes and tax collectors. The lowest of the low in Jewish society back in his time. The Will of God was to SEEK AND SAVE THE LOST by ministry. Seriously, do you think Jesus just went to those people's homes just to eat? Hence why he went to those people. You may think you're so holy and above "sinners" but you're not. You're not special. You're sinner just like them and just like me. We all fall short of the glory of God. We all deserved to die on a cross because of our sin. But that's why Jesus came, because we're all in need of a savior. Hence why Jesus always approached these so called "sinners" with open arms and acceptance and why he constantly chastised the Holy Members of the Jewish faith. They thought they were better than the prostitutes and the tax collectors etc etc. But they weren't in fact they were in worse shape cause at least the "bad people" recognized they needed help. The Holy people were too good for Jesus. Which is why they killed him.
Sometimes people need an introduction. They are simply and advertisement for God. A reminder that He exists. I've been to one of there concerts and If you focus on the words... there's a message there. Im curious to know who your Playlist consists of. Yes unfortunately compromise has appeared but I think they are still ministering and bringing people to God.
The devil knows the word, so that doesn’t matter. There is always a message from him hidden in the word because he twists God’s word. Stay sober and vigilant because there are sheep in wolves clothing that will lead many to hell. Follow Jesus! Sing a new song to Him. And that Billy guy was wearing an outfit with hidden wings under it..fallen Angel? 🫣and those eyes.
Matthew 7:13-14
13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:
14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
@@godschosen414 Amen, satan disguises himself as an angel of light. Believers must to beware of following the FALSE light. Counterfeit Christ. “Now the serpent was more subtle than any beast in the field”... Gen 3:1 KJV. God’s Word also states, in James 4:4 that friendship with the world is enmity with God. I, myself, am astonished by my lack of discernment, as a Born Again Christian... until 2020 when the Lord shook me, woke me up and opened my eyes. Glory to God! Praise the Lord Jesus Christ for that Blessed Assurance... Born of His Spirit washed in His Blood. 🙏🏻👑🙌🏻❤️ Praying for all my brothers and sisters in Christ for strength, boldness, wisdom and discernment and for the lost to accept Christ as their personal Saviour, by grace through faith. Share the Gospel of Jesus Christ... time is short. MARANATHA. God Bless you and keep you. 🙏🏻
Absolutely not .you cannot lose yourself in the world 🌍 and expect to bear good fruits
Don't forget that the devil quoted scripture to Jesus Himself to try and tempt Him, so don't be deceived because there's a "good message" in their music. The devil is a master deceiver and he's had thousands of years of practice. Obviously he's going to wrap his demonic plans with a nice "good message". If the devil was so blatant, nobody would get deceived, and if his demonic spirits were so easily detected, the Bible wouldn't ask us to test every spirit. We have to be vigilant; to test means to look deeper, not just experience some good vibes from a catchy song and say they passed the test. The devil is smart, so we need the wisdom of the Holy Spirit
@@godschosen414 indeed
I definitely agree with you on this subject, Pastor Frederick! Compromise is dangerous. Grateful for your channel! God bless you and yours.🙏🏽
As a follower and believer I believe our purpose is to bring people to the light. I believe that is what Maverick City is doing. Although it may not look like what you expect it to look like who are you to judge? Jesus literally went against the religion said and against what the religious leaders of his time said to save people.
Beautifully said , I believe this music has brought a lot of young people to Christ. You know in Christ days the Pharisees felt the same way about Him . He was so "far off " the traditional way of teaching and the traditional way of doing things. The Pharisees spent a who 3years trying to fit His teaching into their "current religious philosophy " ! When could not succeed they decided "Crucifixion" was the next best solution . The BET Awards has a Gospel division right ??? So that's why they were there. Something hit Billy Porter's spirit to cause him to stand while people around him did not . Be careful !!!
Kirk Franklin is P Diddy of gospel music
The truth is that we Christians are always very much eager to criticize and condemn ourselves. Even if they are drifting away which I'm not sure, there's a better way to handle it via prayers and that's the only needful thing to do right here. I'm pretty sure it wasn't God that told you to say this. Righteousness is actually right standing with God, and God hasn't made anyone here his deputy to confirm he's no longer in right standing with the Mavericks, we'll just end up tearing the body apart cuz i already see plenty comments of people saying they will stop playing their songs. How does this profits us? Please let's learn to act with love and let's not forget we have a father in heaven who doesn't treat us looking at our sins, His love for us is way beyond our flaws and He always expect we run back to Him and do what's is needful of us that's why He'll never stop loving us. #unstopablelove
Hey light & darkness doesn't mix Revelation warns us of being LUKEWARM. One is either hot or cold. Jesus is not a commercial but THE SAVIOR SIMPLE
I was at the concert last night in Seattle. I was invited by a friend, and didn't know their music or their dynamic. I am a believer in Jesus Christ. At times, I was encouraged by the message of "not living in shame". At other times, I was wondering where the name of Jesus was. We are all on a journey. It is good to question and evaluate who we are elevating. I don't sense judgement in this video. I do hear/see discernment. Make sure Jesus is at the center. Not man's way or Satan's deceptive way.
You do know that Discernment is a form of judgment. So why are you afraid to admit that fact?
@@Calvin375 It can be very confusing. First off there is such a thing as righteous judgement. Which is, in my opinion, the same thing as discernment. Now wrongfully judging someone one is lifting yourself higher or more elevated than others because you think you are better than them. Which is actually, if you think about it, pride. Pride is almost always what causes a man to fall
@@Calvin375 The meaning of DISCERNMENT is the quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is obscure, It also means to judge well. So if there is judgment it is right judgment which even if it is disputed cannot make it incorrect.
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Not because you were at the concert means what you were seeing is right, is like Satan playing with Jesus, that's y it is good to have the Holy Spirit to see these things happening. It is not right
Interesting! Definitely something worth praying about! I love, Love, many of their worship songs! I don’t think we can assume that while a person appears to be clapping and enjoying their music that God is not convicting them. I have definitely been convicted by a song or lyrics and appeared very comfortable! Father knows what the ❤️ heart is saying. I do agree that compromise will weaken your anointing and impact!!! We have to be so careful who we get in the mix with!!! Lord be Merciful 🙌🏽
I was thinking the same thing. We don’t know what’s going on in the heart 🙌🏾
@@carlycandace 100% correct
I absolutely agree with you. Pray on it
I had similar thoughts. An artist really can't control who does what when people hear their music. God can however and he does minister to people thru music. I will pray for Maverick City that they will let GOD use them.
This...agreed 🙏
I absolutely love Maverick City Music! But the words that you are speaking from the Bible is pure truth! Thank you sir for bringing to light this other side of these musicians. Though it is heartbreaking, I pray that their eyes are opened and we can once again listen to their praise music. 🙏🙏🙏❤️
the heart symbol is pagan
I already know you'll ERASE THIS COMMENT.
You're using scripture as an excuse to be a HATER! You have no idea the path that God has placed Maverick City on, nor do you know the affect they've had on the backsliden or sinful people they've worked with. You are speculating & assuming the worst. Nowhere in scripture does it say "Love speculates & assumes the worst of his brothers in Christ". But let's say you're right, & Maverick City is wrong. Should you then expose them as Ham did to his father Noah? Or shouldn't you go to them & cover them as Noah's other sons did? A real shepherd covers the people in prayer instead of making a public shame of them. & as for Billy Porter... did you really draw up his entire life from seeing him clap his hands? You have no idea how God may have been working on his heart in that moment. Man looks on the outward appearance (you sir), but God sees the heart. If Samuel would have been like you, he would've discounted David & he never would have been anointed to be king. Maverick City may very well be exactly what Diddy needed to change the trajectory of his view towards God. If singing a pop song was part of God's plan, so be it! Hosea married a whole prostitute under God's direction! It looked strange to all who would judge. If you're coming down on Maverick City for singing that song, then come down on yourself if you ever watched Lion King, or Captain America, or Barney the Dinosaur, or anything that failed to teach Christ. Shame on you for partaking in it! You don't know where Biggie's heart was before he died! His mother's prayers may have reached Heaven, & God took him while he was in a repentant state, just like the man who said to Jesus, "remember me when you enter your kingdom". You are literally teaching people to do exactly what Jesus warned us will put us in danger of the fire of Hell, which is how to JUDGE! You're responsibility is to go to your brothers & sisters & get an understanding. Not to spread gossip & judgment on people who are spreading the gospel.
So bc Billy Porter, who probably grew up in church, and possibly still had a relationship with God (bc it’s a PERSONAL relationship with God) this is somehow an issue with Maverick City. This type of judgement is what causes people to stray from the church and “rebel.”
You miss understood what he was addressing. Billy Porter is a homosexual man who dresses in women’s dresses. He has no conviction of his sin and believes it’s 100% okay to do what he does and is not repentant. He is saying the music that they were singing should have been gospel centered and convicting not the opposite.
@@simonedishelle6720 I strongly beg to differ. Everyone has the right to the Gospel of Jesus Christ at his or her level. Don't be so quick to judge because people don't look like religious church folks. This is a problem within itself. If you're a Pastor and announce that you're a fan of Maverick City why could this be a private conversation? Yes, all the scriptures that were introduced and quoted on this thread are from the word of God. Perhaps they reached Billy Porter at that moment. Something has to move us in order for our hands to clap. Stop judging and pray more, talk less.
@@simonedishelle6720 i didn’t miss anything. I understand that viewpoint. I don’t agree and stated my own opinion.
Our job is to plant the seed, God causes it to grow. Him clapping is an outward expression, he could be weeping in his soul for all we know, only God knows. I don't think it's fair to judge the Billy instance.
I appreciate your comment. As a pastor, I desire to see all unbelievers come to a saving faith in Jesus Christ but we must be careful that we’re not tickling ears and creating false converts. Some plant, some water but they key component is the Gospel and that was not present that evening.
I agree.
I start my morning with prayer after which is gospel music as I get ready for the day and Maverick city is on every single day on my playlist. You've opened my eyes to a whole new perspective of them, I was not happy either about their drummer being pro abortion but I felt connected to the music. I have to change my playlist now. Thank you Pastor, for this insightful n honest video. I do not want to have anything to draw from wolves in sheep's clothing. I pray that God truly works thru them though n opens their eyes so they can remain in the vine.
they wasn't always like this please pray for them The enemy saw how so many young ppl were worshipping God because of them now all of this is happening its a device of the enemy instead of all the so called Christians pointing out the bad in them remember we war not against flesh n blood we have to pray for them because they are very anointed the enemy is big gaint mad they / we as Christians have the power to change things nations transform situations through prayer to the most high God and let us not forget how we still sin daily this why God mercy is new everyday show these ppl some love this is noticed to gossip about but something to go into the secret place about
Amen. I started praying first thing in the morning too.
You do not necessarily have to change your playlist. Maybe they have songs that have been commercialized, but they definitely also have songs inspired by the Holy Spirit.
In worship, our focus is God. If there be any truth in the content(s), think in this-ese.
@@JBPeter57 I'm glad I did change my playlist, I've been listening to mostly Hebrew, Arabic worship songs n I've been dancing to them (like David when Lord's spirit was on him) this has also inspired me to take a holy lands trip that I've booked to do next year. Do listen to some of them (or maybe I'm being biased cz of my Turkish heritage)
I agree with everything you said, except when it came to Billy Porter. We can't control how people reacts to the Gospel. Where is the critique to those who didn't even stand up? Now I'm definitely praying for Maverick City, because they are losing their touch but I will reserve my judgement and let God deal with them. #ezekiel33
Your comments are not right.Stop judging people . Period!
I can appreciate how you presented this video. You told the truth...IN LOVE!
The truth shall set you free! Thank you for this video brother 🙏
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Keep doing what you are doing brother
Will do! Thanks brother. Much appreciated!
@@ByTheBookMinistries I wanted to ask you a couple of questions, I'm struggling with this..Is there a scripture that says it is a sin for a woman to wear makeup, wear wigs, wear fake braids, wear pants?? Thank You Very Much
@sweetazzpiew8490 No there is nothing in scriptures that commands you shouldn't do any of those. However, scriptures says to let your adorning be from inside, none of those things define who you are, let men see your light. Just make sure you aren't doing any of it for the wrong reasons, it's all about the hearts intent. God bless!
I see no problem with the first video. If that confused gentleman wants to get up and praise, then that’s wonderful. Maybe he was feeling the spirit move on him a little and that’s a good thing. The second video I don’t know the lyrics so I can’t comment. I’d have to hear and understand them. While we are being salt and light, we need to be careful we are not overtaken by darkness, but I don’t want to see wrong everywhere I look either.
As a believer, any video you watch pertaining to what someone says about God and what He has told them… Take it back to the Lord for confirmation. That’s all I’m gonna say. There are way too many false teachers that are leading people away from the kingdom of God.
First of all bro, God bless you bro. There’s a fine line between telling the truth and judgement. You have a point, but at the end of the day they are vessels of God and the Gospel, so as much as I see your intention is to raise awareness and express your concerns on the group. I think it’s also important to remember Mavericks intention. They’re on a mission, God isn’t always moving in ways we as outsiders of their assignment will understand, they are bringing souls to Christ regardless. That’s my piece. Blessings!
Not really bro. Doctrine matters.
DANIEL 3:5
It's important to know God can and will bring people to His family through our goodness or our sinfulness, but that doesn't mean He is pleased equally by our sin vs goodness. As redeemed, new creations, dead to sin, alive in Christ, our intentions should be submitted to showing the undeserved love of christ. Jesus asks that our actions look a certain way. Out of love for Christ and trust in His words (not just legalism or rule following) I want to walk the straight and narrow according to The Word. I just hope Maverick and Kirk are examining borh intentions AND actions.
Ur wrong
I am sorry, but GOD does not use evil to bring forth His purpose. His Word is true and it shall never return back void. So to say that GOD uses any kind of evil intent to bring forth His good, is false teaching.
Their bringing lukewarm believers to Christ that’s no good.
Didn’t watch the Dante Bowe party bus video but it seems a bit hypocritical that they decided to separate from Dante Bowe considering they were performing on stage with P. Daddy🥴 I could see how Dante would think that posting that video would not be out of line with the Maverick City brand. I’ve never been famous so I can’t imagine with that group is going through, especially considering they’re pretty young. Praying for them that they carry out God’s complete & perfect will for their lives!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I don’t get it don’t you want unbelievers to praise God and get to know God! What in the world was wrong him standing up praising God!
Thank you for your comment. Unbelievers are unable to “praise God” if we’re being scriptural. Unbelievers are enemies of the true God of scripture (Romans 5:10, Colossians 1:21), and are spiritually dead in their sins (Ephesians 2:1). Billy Porter is like most unbelievers, he’s an idolater. He’s created his own god in his mind that accepts him the way he is and when “Christian” artist sing feel good songs about God and omit any mention of His wrath towards sin… blood is on their hands.
@@ByTheBookMinistries Well hopefully the exposure the to God will allow them to welcome God to take over in their lives and God can work on them. I think it’s good to experience the love of God and it looks that may be what happen. God can do anything so hopefully he will welcome God and allow God to take over.
@@ByTheBookMinistries seems to me people forget where they come from. If he hast to reach way down, Jesus will pick you up. Sheesh
@@reneeharrison2950 we’re all sinners, but the difference between Christians and people like Villy Porter is that Christians are no longer living a sinful lifestyle. Without the gospel being presented, no one can be changed or transformed. Maverick city music singing a watered down song in a room full of devil worshipers isn’t saving anyone. Billy Porter as well as everyone in that room needs to hear the Gospel not a song. A song can’t save... only the gospel cansave.
They are very anointed!! And you are not!!!There's nothing you can say to bring them down!!!! Preach the Gospel Not hate!!! Next!
Watch your tongue cause you are not God who gives anointing and authority. Don’t risk ur chance of getting into heaven by being quick to anger and saying things that can be considered blasphemy of the Holy Spirit. Book of James tells us to be quick to listen and slow to anger. Your yelling isn’t of God and meaning neither is ur message pray about it don’t make a fool of urself. Maybe God will reveal to you something.
Why do Christians have to be soooo judgmental!
Amen brotha! We are not to mix with the world. Keep holding the Body accountable. To GOD be the glory! Be and stay encouraged to speak The WORD Of GOD!
You did a great job on this brother! The question is who is the object of worship? It’s clear the Lord is not the object of worship here. In essence this is idolatry, which should not be named among true believers.
That’s a great question! It’s important we remember who we are worshiping and why we worship!
Question: What Gospel song has hard convicting lyrics????
Exactly, Bishop!!!! And where does it say that we are supposed to
make sinners uncomfortable?
@@jessicaclements4588 my Bible doesn’t read that way
all i know is that when i listen to their worship music , i feel the holy spirit, and hope that one day i can find a church that worships like that.
So gay people shouldn’t enjoy the gospel too? Sounds goofy to me
I agree with everything especially when they started with the two famous ppl not singing worship. I’m not sure I agree with you saying the famous gay man couldn’t worship. Let that man start where he is at. Maybe that tugged on his heart and moved him? God cleanses us from the inside out! Also, why not pray for Steven Furtick? Not a regular listener, but but I have listened I haven’t heard anything that goes against the word of God
There is such thing as a gain, you sound a bit misguided. Man is a man and eve a man wears dress to be a woman it's an abomination even his staged worship and prayer is an abomination
The Bible says that men shown up where women’s clothing and vice versa. Billy Porter is in sin and his sin is an abomination. Therefore, his worship will not be excepted by God. He’s not anywhere close to being saved. He is an unrepentant sinner. We must worship in spirit and truth. The only way that Billy Porter can actually worship God in spirit and truth is if he repents, comes to Jesus Christ, and turns away from his sin. What he’s doing here in this video is a mockery to God and a stench in his nostrils.
Psalm 150: Let EVERYTHING that hath breath PRAISE the LORD. God didn't exclude anyone when it comes to the praise due to Him. Abba didn't ask for a resume. He simply said. EVERYTHING breathing must praise Him.
Matthew 7:21 says, "Not everyone who says to me,'Lord Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father in Heaven." Many "praise" or shout-out God, but yet their hearts are from Him.
@@rasheenanicole2784 Yes, that scripture is correct, however, it does not negate the fact that the Word says Let everything breathing praise the Lord (anything that needs oxygen to live). Now, concerning people, this is where free will comes in, along with a heart decision of whether the praise is genuine of for show.... And God only can judge that.
I’m a Christian and I see why so many people have issues with us. There is one judger and that’s GOD. Jesus went to the lowest places to save people so why can’t billy porter stand up and feel the presence of GOD? Not one person on this earth know what this man is fighting with and going through. If people feel so compelled to judge anything that doesn’t act up to their standards… be like Jesus and go to them and save them and stop judging. We all sin and no sin is bigger than the other and…. Everybody wasn’t always saved! Show people grace we all fighting something.
Good afternoon. I agree with you wholeheartedly. I must admit I get caught up sometimes with the cooled sound of gospel music. But then, I find myself searching the lyrics looking for anointing and God’s Word. Lately gospel music has been lacking in those areas. I find my self falling back on the Word of God in Romans 12:2 - “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
Romans 12:2 NLT
In essence, I wish the believers and followers of Christ’s precepts would for once lead the world and not be a follower of the world. Sigh….keep praying saints.
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You confused individual my brother, all people must be comfortable under his the presence, its the evil spirits that must be uncomfortable... Our fight is not against flesh and blood...
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As a Christian you will realize that there are worship songs that come with anointing powers in them and it’s natural, so if you are strong in Faith, you will be in position to know what song to with. Let’s Pray for Maverick City. There songs indeed changed lotta peoples life turning back to God. Yes and Amen| Jireh | Promises carry lots of Gods anointing.
I also prayed to God about Maverick city. After some weeks he gave me a dream.
In the dream, I went to a maverick city concert. As I stepped into the room it was like the setting in a club. Maverick city was performing the song ‘come and move, we say yes to you.’
They kept repeating this line. It was like they were calling on a deity or demon, that was not Jesus. It was bizarre. And the people around the stage- there was lesbians kissing and looked like they were about to have sex, people were drunk and high.
There was so much evil, darkness and demons in the concert, in what was supposed to be a ‘worship’ Maverick city concert.
when I actually went to their concert in chicago, it was a lot of sin in the atmosphere… I got beer spilled all over me, almost everyone around me was drunk or drinking, it smelled like weed, there was homosexual men and woman in the front “praising God” and not once did they pray to start the show or finish it.
@@FaithWorldChurchChicago wow! Yikes! That’s just disturbing and says a whole lot about them that that’s what’s allowed.
Yall do know gays can worship God yall do know it's the presence of the Lord tht change ppl now all the kissing one another at a worship concert idk about tht kissing at any concert is inappropriate to me frfr but I want everyone on this post to stop acting like if they were back in the Bible days an caught the women in adultery they would have been able to throw a stone just stop ✋️ it because none of us is without sin if you read the word of God some of the greatest men an women he used sinned but was forgiven what these young men an women need right now is prayers because while ppl talking about them being exposed all I see is all these fake so called Christians tht got a Lil platform hearts being exposed and I'm not saying this the case right here on the platform but talking about ppl putting your mouth on anyone is wrong but especially another bro or sister in the faith we should be praying not making I told u so post or these are not true ppl of God post because anybody tht know God know God was using this group and I believe still is they need prayers the enemy got in somewhere or could this be those ppl evil agenda because the younger generations was falling in love with Jesus listening to their music this all I have to say
@@FaithWorldChurchChicagolet's be real Chicago is like gotham city all the stuff you talked about in your comment was in chi town before mcm got there let's not act like Chicago is known for worshipping the Lord so tbh its good tht they brought a mixed crowd out thats what's wrong with today's Christians they scared of the world well the world needs Jesus and saving souls is about more then going to church on Sunday u got to take the church into the street using wisdom of course but it's ppl out there who wouldn't dare come to church but they need Jesus so again it was good the mixed crowd came out to the concert prayerfully some lives got changed tht night
@@FaithWorldChurchChicago wow
We are all God's children. I believe they are reaching the World for Jesus. Some who would never hear about Christ because of Church Hurt etc. Only God can Judge.
Thank you for your comment but I must correct you. Please refrain from saying “only God can judge” because it’s unbiblical and illogical. God commands us to judge righteously (John 7:24) and to judge without hypocrisy (Matthew 7:1-5). Furthermore, you made a judgment on my video which contradicts your point. Yes, we’re supposed go into the world and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ with love and grace but we must not compromise ourselves in the process. This is just a warning.
@@ByTheBookMinistries Question, when we leave our earthly bodies, Who has the final say in where you spend eternity? Will God or Man?
@@Supernal219 That doesn’t disprove the fact that the Bible tells us to judge.
@ Sabrina is superna. At the time of death and your last breath you will have determined where you will spend eternity. If you accept the free gift of salvation and believe Jesus is the Son of God, and you accept Him as your LORD and Saviour and repent of your sins you will be saved. If you reject the free gift you will spend eternity separated from GOD and His kingdom forever.
@@ByTheBookMinistries You are misrepresenting those Scriptures. Let's start with John 7:24; KJV- JUDGE NOT ACCORDING TO THE APPEARANCE, BUT JUDGE RIGHTEOUS JUDGEMENT, and here it is in Bible in Basic English- LET NOT YOUR DECISIONS BE BASED ON WHAT YOU SEE, BUT ON RIGHTEOUSNESS.So even if the Bible tells us to judge it tells us to do so based on what's right, not on what we see.
You got it right on target! Billy Porter standing in praise to that and not falling in repentance we as a body have greatly missed the mark! Oh Jesus.. I’ve been disturbed by contemporary Christian music for a while now…Father God have mercy on us and help us turn to Him and lay down our idols!
That's exactly why I listen to loveworld singers, which are the choir from my church. They completely stay away from the secular world. You might want to check them out.
I agree I’ve used to listen to Maverick city. And it brought tears to my eyes. True worship is in spirit in truth. When real worship hits you, you become undone crying and weeping for forgiveness and just worshiping the father calling him holy. I hope Maverick gets influenced by the Holy Spirit. Lord open their eyes in Jesus names amen.
Now with that being said don't sing another song written/sung by another gay person ever.......CRICKETS LITERALLY......Like gay people don't know Jesus...STOP USING YOUR PRIVILEGE TO DO WRONG....
Thank you! Thank you! I had this same conversation with a Christian friend. But what got me with the group was when they sang with P Diddy. Don't let you good be evil spoken of.
Bro this was delivered with such grace. And you are 100% right. It's such a shame that the talent and gifting is becoming a stumbling block. Thanks for posting.
I think lets pray for each other we all have fallen one way or the other and yet we are waiting for Jesus's coming let's pray for the body of christ
Honestly,I’m not surprised,this is what a lot of Christian artist have done before in times past and we will continue to see more do it,because at the end of the day to a lot of them it’s business,unfortunately.
Everything that is said is so true. I grew up in the church and grew up listening to Kirk Franklin. As a young adult I stopped going to Church but started going back in my early 30s. Now what I will say is my husband and I went to a couple of Christian concerts this year like we are messengers and sidewalk prophets and he surprised me with tickets to maverick city in Brooklyn. I was excited until he said Kirk would be there...I told him I didn't want to go then because I knew what clientele would be there. Needless to say I was 1000% right. Even my boss was like what concert happened to where there's people that looked like they were half in and half out the church? Honestly I did not feel God at that concert like I did with the others. Even the entourage was interesting.
It's dangerous to call light darkness and darkness light. The word of God says we will know them by their fruits.
Yes!!!! Souls souls are what is important!! 🔥💯🎯. GREAT TEACHING brother
Thank God for this video teaching. I have been telling my daughter this the past few months about the shift in Maverick City. Lord pull them back to you, in Jesus name Amen
Whoever is without sin may cast the first stone. Conviction does not always take effect instantly but I believe that just inviting HIM does something in the atmosphere. Let’s keep our brothers, sisters in prayer and focus on God. ❤
I see this was a year ago. It HAS become worse!! He’s right , we are supposed to make the unsaved uncomfortable. Not comfortable in their sin.
Don't want ANYTHING to do with "Puff's" influence in Christian music.
Amen. Powerful teaching! Thank you.
Amen! God is good.
We as Christians must continue to lift up the body of Christ up as we all have fallen short. I'm glad that you posted this video and appreciate the comments below because it has opened my eyes as a reminder to continue to keep fellow Christians in prayer. Jesus tells the church in Laodicea, “I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot; I wish that you were cold or hot. 16 So because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of My mouth” (Rev. 3:15-16). We must pray for
each other and trust that God hears our prayers and that His perfect will be done. For He is ABLE to do exceedingly abundantly above ALL we can ever imagine or think. If you notice in the video, the performer seems to be the only one standing in that area. How do we know what is truly warring inside of him? This event may have convicted him inside and we may not even see a change in him now; but, God...
Pastor, I agree. We also don't go into dark places to present a diluted, feel good gospel. Or a gospel that names Jesus, but with no Holy Spirit power behind our words.
Amen!
I was just talking about this to a group of believers but many don't believe..
Oh my God!! The music is not for you it's for God. I'm concerned about you.😕 neeegggrrroo please...
This post is shameful. If you are collaborating with a "false prophet" - their music is blessed. We don't know what their direction from God was. Kirk Franklin is one of the most gifted and blessed musicians on the planet. Furthermore, why shouldn't Billy Porter be praising? We don't know how he may be blessed and what his journey is. And who are you to know what God gave Kirk to make for music? And MCM? Super disappointing.
Thank you brother for taking a stand. So many bowing the knee to Ba’al yet God has those who will bow only to Jesus, no matter the cost. No compromise is what following Jesus is all about. That’s been my conviction since 1978.
I’m not sure what the criticism is all about but I do understand which you’re saying. My prayer is that we point people to the kingdom of Christ. Sad to say I didn’t see uplifting part of this video. Assuming, nonbelievers are looking at this video too. That’s not pointing people to Jesus.
I found no issue with the fact that Billy Porter was worshiping God. I was happy to see it. Yes he is an openly gay man; however, just because he is gay that doesn’t mean that he can’t worship God. How can we bring people to Jesus and we are judging them and making them feel like they don’t belong? Billy Porter could have felt convicted later on. Hearing them singing that night may have stayed on his heart. Also we’re not supposed to make unbelievers uncomfortable they’re supposed to automatically feel welcome and loved in the presence of the Lord they are supposed to be received and given the same grace, love, and mercy that is given by Jesus Christ. Jesus himself ate dinner and spoke with sinners. Your video was judgmental and I’m gonna be honest it reminded me of when the Pharisees noticed Jesus eating with sinners and talking to sinners it’s like you’re the the Pharisees nitpicking everything that they are doing. Notice how Maverick city only joined in on a song that had nothing to do with sin nothing to do with money drugs or women it’s just about missing a person. I pray that you re-watch your video and kinda see where I’m coming from at least consider another perspective and ask God about the video because from my perspective it’s judgmental. God bless!
"Brethren, do not be children [immature] in your thinking; continue to be babes in [matters of] evil, but in your minds be mature [men]."
- 1 Corinthians 14:20 AMPC
We must judge righteously Matthew 7:1, Deuteronomy 1:16.. Jesus was not understanding or joyful when it came to calling out sin he used the term fools and much more. If you’re going to lead a group of people to worship Jesus should always be the center I see many comments saying things like “their lyrics saved me” when they should be saying it was Jesus that saved them. P diddy is well known in the industry for doing some very dark & manipulative things, Its just not a good look & I don’t think it should be excused or brushed under the rug.
@@kapagirlcutiewzw2609 Given that their songs are completely Jesus centered I could understand why somebody would say “these lyrics saved me.” When we’re going through a rough time we turn to the word of God but we also turn to worship. The enemy cannot stand or linger around us when we worship God. Our praise is a weapon! And we are reminded through worship, which is to God how loving God is and that He is worthy of all the praise. In no way was Jesus tolerating sin. However he also did not condemn those who sinned and in that video this man is clearly condemning someone who is a sinner for worshiping God and that’s wrong. Are you saying that those who have done very dark and manipulative things are not worthy of being treated with the same love and grace that God has given us are you saying that they should be condemned that we should never associate ourselves with them that we should push them away That we should cast them out. Diddy could have a heart change tomorrow, sometime next year, or sometime in five years. And I do remember him giving a testimony in his award acceptance speech that acknowledged how God was at the center of him healing from losing a loved one. So are you also pointing a finger at Bishop T.D. Jakes for ministering to Diddy during that tumultuous time?
@@joridavis3451 Okay, I see where you’re coming from & I agree! I just wished they mentioned his name & what he did for us in this performance bc that’s what’s truly gonna save people’s lives, his name. Im sure they mention his name at their own concerts I haven’t heard too much of their music. No man is perfect maybe this performance planted a seed in someones mind.
@@kapagirlcutiewzw2609 Yes! We can’t focus on how that person is living their lives we just know a seed has been planted. One thing I love about worship music is the words. With Maverick city music, their words and a lot of their songs is from the Bible which makes sense because it’s about God. I think you would enjoy their music my favorite song by them is To You which is about the prodigal son returning to his father after leading a very selfish life. And I love how in the song they also relate it to how God is receiving us with open arms even though we’ve sinned.
I think you have issues man.
70% of my playlist is Maverick City and Chandler and his team affect my life positively. I totally disagree with your position.
You need to focus more on the lives he's he's affecting positively daily.
Even Jesus had dinner in the house of a tax collector. He let a wicked sinner wash His feet right in from of his disciples... damn...and I'm sure guys like you made videos condemning Jesus for letting that happen.
You need to take a chill pill bro and focus more on your journey.
I still feel the Holy Spirit whenever I listen to Chandler.
The experience is what you can't take away.
God sees his heart which you cannot see.
Now you've misled a lot of people through this video and many will start seeing Maverick City differently... that's bad and you owe them an apology.
What if it's the devil insighting you to make this video so as to mislead others. Now he has his way.
We all work for the same Master(Jesus).
Don't forget that and at the end of it all Jesus is glorified. That is what Maverick City stands for.
Thank you for nothing man.
This is the reason Christianity is in decline. To much judging from imperfect people. I definitely DON'T agree 1 bit with Bill Porter I think he makes my whole RACE look bad. But to say God is not apart of the music because he stood up and enjoyed it. MAN you don't know what he is going through and how God used that song. Remember that was the ONLY time GOD was mentioned that night and for some next few months or ever again. You can be a light without being a flood light and blinding everyone. I'm just saying you don't know anyone's heart so to say their music is not inspired by GOD is sad. The church will continue to decline..
It's such a relief to know that there still God's people who are not afraid to come out in honesty and just point out the error without fear of being discriminated
By the Rivers of Babylon there we sat down and there we wept when we remembered Zion😭😭😭.... Lord have mercy Gospel musicians🙏🙏
Have you heard Joshua Aaron's song by that name? By the Rivers of Babylon. The best one is live at the Tower of David. The whole concert is wonderful!
Quick question, if we don't take Gods word to the world, how is the world going to learn about him. As a new believer I appreciate people like Maverick City, Kirk Franklin and others who are not afraid of being condemned by man for stepping outside" the Christian box" to win souls for the Kingdom of God
Thank you for your question. Yes, we’re supposed to take the Gospel to the world. They performed at the BET Awards, didn’t present the Gospel or God’s word for that matter. And performed with Diddy and sang his songs. Stepping outside the “Christian box” has made Kirk Franklin a lot of money and at best a bunch of false converts who think they are saved.
@@ByTheBookMinistries does God disown his children because they make money. Alot of Christian/ Gospel artist collaborate with secular artist, this is called getting the Fathers word out. What does it matter how his word is shared as long as it's shared. Think about this; sometimes the only way some people hear about God is through unconventional methods, so what you're saying is because it's not done in a traditional setting it's not right. You're using Social media as your platform, some could say you're not really about saving souls but are trying to build your social media presence. Is that fair to you? Let's agree that the main priority is winning souls for the Kingdom and stop focusing on how we believe people should praise God and let people praise him they way they want to. If you have a problem with them and u know them discuss that with that person. Remember " LET HE WITHOUT SIN, CAST THE FIRST STONE". Save space for grace. Let's cover each other and stop condeming each other.
@@conniefloyd9009 if God‘s word a.k.a. the gospel isn’t presented which are most cases when these collaborations happen it isn’t, then it’s called compromise not getting God‘s word out. Kirk Franklin has commercialized The gospeland has watered it down to make it more appealing. He’s not getting invitations to worldly platforms because he’s a man of God. He’s getting these invitations because he’s a pleaser of man.
@@tyeishaleisure I think some believers focus on the wrong thing when they see Kingdom folk performing on wordly platforms. The focus should be on the message presented not the location it was presented at. Is it our job to decide how and where the word is shared. I have folliwed Kirk Franklin since he came on the scene and his message has been the same; winning souls for the Kingdom. What you see as a man pleaser I see as a God pleaser, it's all in our perspective. I'm also curious as to what you have observed personally that makes you say Kirk Franklin is not what he says he is
For my understanding if only they perform to only Christians "saved" or churches who will preach to the others. Them performing at BET one soul can be won and that's enough for God's kingdom.
It's amazing how the first words out of your mouth was that you hated to have to make this video, then you ramble on and on about how bad Maverick City Music is. Your opinion is just that, YOUR opinion. I am closer to God more than ever because of music like this. Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin can't be all things to all people. I listen to this music because it speaks to my soul and, more importantly, I choose to listen to it. You're very judgmental.
I disagree with you. The Bible says, Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord. Maveric city music is doing their part by glorifying God. We don’t know whose heart could’ve been touched in the crowd. What if the man wearing the dress's heart was touched to praise the Lord? Yes, he may not be living holy, but everyone and everything must give God praise. God commanded it to be so. We don’t dictate who should give God praise or not for man judges the outward appearance. God looks at the heart. And no I’m not justifying his lifestyle holiness is right, nevertheless all must give God the glory.
And on top of that... Is she wearing a see-through cat suit? 😳
RIGHT?!?! That was my literal FIRST thought when she came out!!
I agree on things but we or in a wicked world. Jesus went to place that people didn't no go. So just because someone isn't up there saying john 3.16. Doesn't mean there not doing God work.. You win people to christ by just having Jesus character. We got to show love we can go to a restaurant with liquor. We can go to the store with liquor there. We can be examples by not looking Down on a person. In still give a person that's doing wrong . We watch movies that's made by not saved people. We so churchy it's ashame just spread love that will bring people to christ just by being real. You don't know what God got I'm store for them people. We need to stop looking down on them people..we so worried about a image in the people in the church. In its people like me thar has been talked down by deacons in a Pastor..straight up rejected. They was more concern about what drug I'm on in why I was in this situation. He didn't even take time out to share some scriptures or pray for me.
Yes, we can go to a restaurant where they sell liquor but should we drink it in the presence of unbelievers? Or should we drink liquor in the presence of Christians with weaker faith? No. My issue is when Mav City performed with Diddy on national TV, in front of the whole world. That was an unwise decision.
In most cases we are not Jesus. He went into places that most people wouldn’t go, but when he got to those places he didn’t join the people. He pointed them to the truth but never engaged in their activities.
Matthew 5:13
"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot."
You are judging which is wrong...any and everyone has the right to praise the Lord....I totally disagree with your point...they can still influence who God is.....you are well spoken....however I believe the Lord can use anyone to bring them closer to Christ...and if they touch one soul with there music then purpise is moving forward....Stay blessed and may His word guide you.
Hoooold up. The issue for you is billy Porter wasn't trembling over hearing the gospel? This isn't mortal Kombat or a fantasy movie. That isn't necessary. The goal is to plant the seed and allow GOD to do the work. We don't have any power on our own. Trembling doesn't dictate anointing or a move of God. Now I'm side eyeing YOU. Are you teaching facts or fiction?