When Worship Music Goes Wrong! Maverick City Music
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- Опубліковано 11 лип 2022
- 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!
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“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
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!
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
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!
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 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 ?
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!
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
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? 🙄
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 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?
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.
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.
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.
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 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
Once I saw Kirk collaborate with Maverick I saw it decline.
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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
I definitely agree with you on this subject, Pastor Frederick! Compromise is dangerous. Grateful for your channel! God bless you and yours.🙏🏽
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.
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!!
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
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
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.
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.
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?
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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. ❤
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🤔?
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.
Omg!!! You are so on point with this video. I kept saying it!! We gotta keep them in prayer.
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
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)
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
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.
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.
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!
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!
I Remember A Few Years Ago, Naomi Ministered At Joann Rosario's Church. Joann Took Time Out In The Service To Remind Her That She Has A Precious Ministry and To Guard It She Admonished Her To Be Discerning. She Also Told Her That They Would Be After Her Gift. She Even Prayed Over Her That She Would Not Fall Prey To The Music Industry And Trappings of The World and Fame.
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.
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...
The truth shall set you free! Thank you for this video brother 🙏
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I can appreciate how you presented this video. You told the truth...IN LOVE!
Brother just found your content. Love your approach to the things of God. Many today won’t understand how the things of God should be uncomfortable to those in darkness. Be encouraged.
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.
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.
Thank you so much for this video. It’s shocking what is going on in the world. There is so much I need to learn about being a committed Christian. Again thank you for sharing your knowledge with people like me a sinner saved by the blood of Jesus.
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
To be honest with you guys usually don’t comment on post like this but I’m honestly tired of the body of Christ attacking other parts of the body. The enemy doesn’t even have to attack us have to because we tear down and destroy each other with are own words. If you feel like this group has strayed from there founds then instead of talking about them I implore you brothers and sisters to fast and pray for them. Cover them in prayer day and night! God has given them a huge platform and I can’t imagine the warfare they receive, the stress of being on the road, the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual toll it takes being away from their families etc. we have no idea what they go with behind the scenes on a daily basis. Pray for them like you would want someone to pray for you, when you need a breakthrough. Pray, we don’t need any more casualties. “Strengthen the weak hands and feeble knees so what is lame may not be dislocated but healed.”
I believe this group is on an assignment and they are called not only to the church, but to minister to the world. You have no idea the ministry that happens behind the scenes. The thing I have always appreciated about this group is there authenticity with God and each other, they have never claimed or put an air of perfection etc. There songs were birthed from a place of honesty with God. Please stop putting your mouth on them.
Because you could unknowingly be like Saul who thought he was doing the work of God, killing believers, and upholding traditions of men but actually persecuting Jesus. Please, pray for them instead of tearing them down with your words. They do not need to contend with those word curses, on top of everything else they are going through.
I 110% agree with you!
With Love and Kindness have he drawn us. They never compromised on what they were doing.
I fully agree with you.
Thank you!! Amen this is sooo true !!!
I agree. I think the body gets consumed with others instead of looking inward. God said they will know me by your actions and love is above all things. In the end the church needs to love and leave judgements to Christ.
All aren't the body alot are false brethren read and study the Bible daily the holy spirit will reveal
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.
Thank you so much for this again another sign the Lord wants us to really look into the artists we are listening to
First video of yours I have seen. You gained a new subscriber in me sir! I told my wife this past summer for the first time I heard Maverick City’s “Kingdom” and was grieved. Their message is changing and it’s so sad.
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.
I totally agree with you Pastor. Thank you for taking the time to inform us of all of this. Appreciate it more than you know. I don’t listen to maverick and a lot of our other Christian artist for the same reason. This is sad. Be Blessed
Spot on, sir. The Word says fie us to COME OUT from among them and be separated. Amen!
I was hurt because of their message. I play their music to my youth in my house even time I play b4 I served God's manna but then I began to pull away not even knowing what was going.
Yes!!!! Souls souls are what is important!! 🔥💯🎯. GREAT TEACHING brother
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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Wow, I'm just now seeing this video. It's such a thorough breakdown. You know I've been listening to them and I can say that the Lord truly does still use any vessel to get his messages across, even a donkey. The people will not suffer for the mistakes of these individuals. But, oh the Lord takes it serious, to whom much is given much is required. I had a dream a couple of months back with them in it. In the dream I saw Naomi on the stage and the rest of Maverick City and all their family and everyone gathering around them and they were trying to debute something in front of the whole world. I remember they were on a stage and it was in front of so many people to see and they hit this light with the attempt for the thing that they wanted to debut to go off and it never went off. It actually failed. I don't know if this is the Lord saying that there will be an attempt to make another album, or something that they're going to try to launch. But whatever it is it's not going to do well. It was very clear that the glory and the splendor of what they were trying to showcase failed and it never lit up when they hit the button. And this was in front of everyone to see. God bless
Brother you are walking in the gift of discernment. Thanks for this video.
Our command is to love not make people uncomfortable 😊
Thank you I am like the gospel is not reserved to believers. We may not agree with everything but correct what is wrong but do not judge.
Our command is to go into all nations and preach the gospel of Christ. The good news makes sinners uncomfortable; it forces a choice. Repent and believe or harden your heart and remain an enemy of God.
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 🙏
Thank you for all you do Sir. It's high time music ministers begin to stand their grounds and stop double standards. The younger generation is watching
It really breaks my heart to see this happening to MAV. Chandler and Naomi used to sing with such anointing...
You lost me with the Billy porter clapping point…. Huh? Unbelievers should be trembling? Why can’t he also as a gay man clap his hands to a song praising God… there’s nothing wrong with that … at all. You never know if how that seed from that ministration will manifest? Idk it’s kinda weird to hear that you think they shouldn’t be enjoying it. Music is a language we all understand. Perfect way to sow the seed of the gospel.
I hear you, but your missing the point.
If one is living in sin--any sin, dance to worship song, than ho back to the very lifestyle that is KNOWINLY sin...what was the point?
The purpose of conviction is to bring about change...or repentance. So that they may see God.
Not just enjoy a song. Hope you have a better perspective.
I agree with you. I too don't agree with that part.
At the end of the day God loves him too
Besides most of the black celebrities have history of growing up in the church after all lets not forget that HE TOO IS A SINGER and had a music career back in the day brother should have done his research
@@chasehim3761 Our job is not to bring conviction or to bring about change. Our job is exposing God for who He is and then allowing the Holy Spirit to convict and bring about change. We play our part and God plays His! Kirk Franklin and Maverick City are playing their part and actually winning souls for Christ. Who are we to judge what that looks like?
I agree. I think he’s reading too much into this thing. We live in a six dispensation if you look in the book of revelations this is considered a grace period. Which means that we can minister to People in their language. In other words reaching the lost
My thoughts exactly. All these people who turn on their cameras and decide the content they want to create should be a content that critics other believers should check their fruits before trying to check the fruits of these pastors and gospel artists. The people who truly walk with Jesus and have the Holy Spirit by God’s grace will be able to discern what feeds their soul and what doesn’t. I hope people like this realise that trying to point out faults in these people only just makes them look bad and envious. Live and let live please. Nobody’s perfect we’re all just learning everyday and progressing so stop looking for flaws on people and creating contents trying to make other people dislike them because you don’t like them, it’s trash behaviour stop it! ✌🏽❤️
Amen. Powerful teaching! Thank you.
Amen! God is good.
I respect a lot of what you saying.. However this is the reason why people don’t come inside the church because (Christians) are so judge-mental and not saying Compromise.. But we need to be more understanding and stand with each other to win more souls.. My soul was won with love not Judgment
Brother Ism glad God has raised people like you especially in these times
Thank you so much for this video. I learned something that I needed to know about gospel/christian music.
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!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Woww, glory to God. I used to love maverick city music’s songs. I could truly feel the anointing on so many of the songs they would produce, but as of recently, it just felt to me like they have been taking a bit watered down gospel approach to try and appeal to the world a bit. Especially with the Kirk Franklin collab I feel. Since then I haven’t really been listening to them, but my prayer is that they return to making Spirit filled music and not just music to entertain or even please people.
Thank you for bringing that to our attention. My soul and my children's souls are important to me
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.
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.
I have commented on the maverick city music collaborations with everybody I don't feel the same anymore.. it looks like something has left it feels empty now and it's sad because their music always bring me close to the presence almighty God.. pray for revival..
Brother I agree with everthing you said, Ive been preaching this for years, and every time I get opposition. "Keep telling it brother"
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
We all need MERCY. Let’s pray for one another. May we remain rooted in the Lord at all time. May we come back to our first love.
I am so glad for your post! I saw a post on Facebook from a former Bible school classmate who had made negative comments about Maverick City and from what I had seen from the group looked to be on point so I couldn’t understand why she had trashed them. However, you took the time to point out the issues so I can now see it for myself. Thank you for the education!
We are living by the Grace of God. Who are we to judge? Let's pray for them and let's pray for ourselves to be a good testimony to others. Whatever we see and hear on social media we should stay strong on our foundation.
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
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!
Thank you for making this video pastor. As Christians, when we are given an opportunity to influence others for the kingdom of God, the focus should always be on Christ, not on self or on worldliness.
Thank you so much pastor. We appreciate your boldness.
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.
I just listened and what you said it’s important that ‘s what we need to think about the things we do and our conduct. We are not perfect but we have to be respectful in the way we honor God. If we are spreading sharing God’s word we have to honor it at all times. We need to pray for wisdom guidance strength that our Father will heal us forgive us for whatever we do wrong and seek Counseling from the Elders. We please must pray for God to lead us in his way forgive us and be our Light in our darkness. The only way is when we acknowledged humbly our selfs and pray for guidance in our lives. ❤
This opened my eyes even more. I've been feeling differently about them and other artists, and I was going to have my praise team and I sing their songs at Sabbath Divine Worship, I'll pray for discernment over this.
we dont observe the sabbath anymore
Man, it's refreshing to know there are people, like you, who are truly paying attention and warning that there's a right way and a wrong way to worship God. God said what He meant and He meant what He said.
You are so true… the world knows that the church can be easily drawn away by their lust for the things of this world. We never have to leave God to get what He has already promised us.
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Thank you, The truth has to be told, thank you brother, as an old artist looking to go back to singing for Christ, thius message hit home. Thank tou God Bless.
It brings joy to my heart when I see people like you stand for the truth no matter what.
It's either you obey Jesus or not. There's no need to bring in the confusion.
I love Maverick City so so so much, and I won't stop praying for them.
I'll pray for you too❤❤because I know God definitely hears prayers.
You are right. To God be praised that a cross dressing man is praising God