One foot in the world and one foot in the path of God's people which is 100%opposite of the ways of the world. This guy is being deceived by his own lusts to be in the world but can't see because of spiritual blindness. I literally saw a vid with him opposing a street preacher preaching the gospel just like Jesus did when he told men things that made them leave Him! Watch out who you follow
A person in a church doesn't follow Christ & seriously, you should stop paying attention to people in the comment section. Focus on living for Christ not people.
Lukewarm to Me is Being unsure of your Faith, Especially when hit with life's struggles, Some tend to be unsure, Or Doubtful, When They don't see God Move when they Want, Not Hot Or Cold For Christ, But Lukewarm 🙏🏽☝🏽💯🕊❤️
But what is lukewarm to God? That's the only definition would should care for in these end times. If your definition aligns with God's. Or should I say if Gods definition aligns with yours.
Im from Africa man, i know you dont remember but you did a concert in Kenya in Africa one time, i wasnt saved that time but you rocked my concert seeing you rap, and guess what. I'm a believer now and saved jamming to your songs forever . KEEP GOING LECRAE ! WE LOVE YOU!
God bless you! After He revealed Himself to me, I knew without a doubt, God was as real as the flesh we bare. Even the enemy knows this... If we could get everyone to comprehend this fact, no man would fear another, as every man would reverently fear God, and fear Him only. He loves us and doesn't want to punish us but "He chastises those He loves..." As my earthly father said, "This is going to hurt me, more than it hurts you." As humans, we aren't perfect. That's not what this is about... Sin by definition in Hebrew means to "miss the mark" or the bullseye of a dartboard. We will fall short and God is ready to forgives us. He is patient. It is those that are in direct opposition to God that He is most frustrated with, these people know who they are. So long as we are living, God can use us to expand His kingdom. Those that are counter productive to that becoming a reality, are those that should be the most concerned with the Final Destination of their soul.
I recently went through a deconstruction myself, I was mad at God and wanted nothing to do with Jesus. But as much as I wanted to run away, He kept calling me back to Himself. Your vulnerability and authenticity has been so encouraging. Jesus has never abandoned me and His grace is sufficient, I never truly knew what that meant(only in theory) until now. I thought Jesus only loved me when I was walking "perfectly" and not sinning, which led to pride and self righteousness and eventually me burning out. He has humbled me, restored me, and has made me proud of who he has created me to be. So I just wanted to say thankyou Lecrae for allowing Jesus to use you.
@@futuredr.7815Even if you follow the word, search up every christian influencer you know / exposed you'll find every last one of them except maybe the ones with a smaller following
You speaking up about the race issues in 2015 was the single biggest trigger for me to get more informed and challenge my held beliefs at the time. Given the environment I grew up in, I had no idea it was still so bad. I knew you were a man of God and I took it seriously. Because the Lord asks us to lift up the oppressed. Thank you for your bravery in speaking out, as it clear had a real cost for you to do so. For what it is worth, you doing so it changed a lot for me and challenged me to be a kinder, more empathetic man of God. I am so grateful for that chance you provided.
It’s about not enjoying the things of this world. When you hear people throw insults, or you accidentally curse or judge others. Is that something you enjoy? NO? Then pray for forgiveness and have faith. You’ll be forgiven. For Jesus knows your heart. If you did enjoy it still, and you knew the word, that’s lukewarm. I’m not lukewarm, but only because I know what’s wrong and I don’t enjoy it anymore, whether I accidentally out of habit do it or it happens to me. I’m confident in Jesus and his love for me, and I love him so much, that I’m willing to obey him. That’s faith.
It's not up to us to define the Bible explains what lukewarm is. It's a false conversion. It's someone who is not a follower of Christ your not a Christian if your lukewarm that's why he will vomit you from his mouth. If your born again you live like Jesus you love God and love everyone. Ezekiel 3:18 [18] When I say to the wicked, ‘You shall surely die,’ and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life, that same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand. Proverbs 9:10 NKJV [10] “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. John 14:6-9. Jesus is the only way [6] Jesus said to him, “ I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes into the father except through me Romans 13:11-14 NKJV [11] And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. [12] The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. [13] Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelry and drunkenness, not in lewdness and lust, not in strife and envy. [14] But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts. 2nd Timothy 4:3 people with itching ears [3] For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 1st Corinthians 6:9-11 ⚠️ for law breakers [9] Don’t you realize that those who do wrong will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t fool yourselves. Those who indulge in sexual sin, or who worship idols, or commit adultery, or are male prostitutes, or practice homosexuality, 1st John 2:6. Being born again [6] Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did 1st John 2:9 False conversion [9] Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness. Galatians 2:16. Law is a mirror [16] knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified. Colossians 2:8-10. Jesus God in flesh [8] Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. [9] For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; [10] and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power. Colossians 1:15-18 NKJV [15] He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. [16] For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. [17] And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. [18] And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence. This country was based on Gods laws. God wrote them on our hearts people who have never heard of the bible know its wrong to lie cheat steal committ adultery. The Ten commandments are the moral law you and I broke the law. Anyone who breaks the law is required death and death by definition is eternal separation from God in Hell. But God made a way so you don't have to go to Hell He became flesh"Jesus" 100% God 100 % Man created a body in a virgin was born lived a life upholding all of his laws living a perfect life than he was beat tortured disfigured and hung on a cross taking the pain and mutilation we deserve for breaking his laws. So that if today you belive that he lived died rose again and took your punishment. He paid your fine. There has to be punishment for breaking God's laws he isn't going to sweep it under the rug and just forget about it he physically took your punishment took your place so you could take his place like if you lived a perfect life without breaking His Laws. True repentance isn't just being sorry for breaking his laws its turning from and living your best to not lie cheat steal committ adultery or kill/murderer Jesus said if you look at someone to lust after them your guilty of committing adultery in your heart. And if you hate someone your guilty of murder. That's why the Bible says we need to die to our flesh when we want to lust or lie or to hate someone for no real reason. Even if you have a good reason your supposed to love your enemies. And you never can if you don't love God first because of what he did to save you from HELL.
@@joyricherson4570 yes indeed! That's a big one too. And what Satan doesn't tell you about both, is he will wear you out in the background, with you trying to be self righteous
I found Christ around the time Rebel came out and followed your journey. My walk with Christ has been filled with highs and lows , deliverance and some very painful growth. Lots of failure. I don’t boast in my goodness because apart from Christ, I have none. I also felt myself drifting away through discouragement and also relate to the racial trauma you experienced. I read both of your books and found so much encouragement hearing you share your testimony. It is beautiful to see that despite how many times we get back in, the Holy Spirit will complete His work in you. I can tell you that I see the freedom in you and your transformation. Stay encouraged!!❤❤❤
This is a great message god bless you lecrae - I can tell from watching this that we haven’t always supported you as a body of believers and have let you down not showing you empathy when you have needed it. Glad you are still with us and I pray you continue to reach people and bring them to Christ. God bless 🙏
Thank you for taking time to do this. So honest, so genuine, and without any self-aggrandizing. I’m grateful for your journey and that you’re still running toward the prize. He’s worthy!
Wherever you are in your walk, I pray you are surrounded by people who are able to exhort you & pour into you as you pour out. Gifts can be burdensome, let grace suffice Lecrae.
We just saw you at winterjam Saturday in St. Louis. I have seen you before and ever time I have seen you, I have seen you bring people closer to God. Christians need to remember that every Christian fails ever day, it's the entire reason we need Jesus and the sacrifice he made for us. Continuing to pray for you.
Thank you for your transparency and speaking out loud what so many of us hip hop loving Christians struggle with and go through on a daily basis. Keep being you bro!
Im white and i come from an evangelical non denominational church. I resonated with everything you said. I unknowingly misplaced my trust in conservatism rather than Christ for a long time but Jesus revealed the truth to me. I’m sorry for any of the hurt you’ve experienced. Blessings on you and your family 🙏
I just wanted to say as a black man, I admire you renewing your mindset and not being ruled by conservatism. I at one point prioritized my blackness over my relationship with Christ. Now I see my blackness in a more biblical light and while I still care about social issues affecting our communities, it's in a more biblical and less selfish way of going about it. Love you sis. God bless ❤️🙏🏾
@@Shakiahjprod Unless in his heart he recognizes that he doesn’t get to make excuses to not preach the word of God every time he comes face to face with a hard question. He should not be supporting abortion the murder of God’s children that he knew before we were born. He should not be performing for & supporting democrats. He should not be making “grace & space” for Lil Nas X. He should be clear what the bible actually says when asked about it, not his worldy lukewarm opinion.
This blessed me Crae! It’s also dope to reminisce on these moments along your journey as an artist! I’ve been listening since my freshman year of college in 2014. A friend (white guy😂) of mine in a Christian ministry on my campus asked me if I’ve ever heard of CHH and put me on to you. Forever changed my life. A sermon and a small group can only go so far… but music came with me everywhere. I listened to you on my way to class, at night, at the gym, in the car, in places where we were surrounded by sin! I put my friends on to your music! If it wasn’t for your music and the community of other artist you lead at that time, I’m not sure I’d be where I’m at today. THANK YOU🙏🏾
Most will never understand the immense difficulty in finding yourself under public scrutiny. Yes I’ve been disappointed by some of your decisions but I’ve been mostly positively impacted by your life and music. Keep growing ❤
Look warm is when your trying to like a double life. Go to the club on Friday in church on Sunday morning, making secular music but then trying to tell people bout Jesus. You can’t serve two masters
This is so real. When you are entering a space that seems uncharted, the struggle is real. To be a fisher of men without pleasing man is not easy 😢 Especially when in our minds we love the Lord God so much.
So proud of you! Keep going. I can't stop crying, I can't believe that guy told that man to un-alive himself. I pray for both of their souls. It's heartbreaking
Hey Lecrea, Thank you so much for being so open and transparent about the things that you have had to wrestle with, though some people in the church may feel a way about it, it really means a lot to me in my walk with Christ. I pray that God continues to strengthen, bless and guide you 🙏🙏🙏
Come judgement day, each and every single person will stand alone, and answer for their life ALONE. No excuses, no blaming anyone, no ifs, ands or buts. You, in front of your Maker, Elohim. Laid bare and raw. Nobody can or will have a say. Why in the world do we concern ourselves with other ppl's judgement on earth when everyone has their own opinion? God is the only one who will truly know whether anyone has been lukewarm, hot or cold. No man can know another, only God knows His children. Let's rather concentrate on our personal relationships with Jesus Christ, while we continuously ask for grace to stay in His Word, so we can live like He did, especially in these crazy times.
Thank you I was attacked yesterday and someone came off haughty like " you are not saved". Like how can you tell if someone is or not that's crazy to me.
@@candrawilliams6825 I've learned to just breathe sweetie...there are ppl who believe the world came to be because there was nothing, and then a bang and hey presto!here we all are magically...let them believe what they want to...we can only pray for patience and compassion to pray for them and keep it moving❤️
Phenomenal! You didn't have to explain yourself, but you did and did it well. I can relate to many of the stages you went through having to do with finding yourself. You and I also both share the same passion to reach people for Christ where they are, and to not just exude the theoretics at the expense of relationships.
Lacrae , I’ve been going deeper in my walk with Christ. Sleepless nights, including, this one, is part of it. The deep end with Lacrae, I have been watching for weeks. To me, you are like a big brother that I always wanted. Thank you for your transparency and thank you for being on the platform where you are letting God use you. Be blessed, my brother. ❤
God bless you Lecrae! What a blessing to hear your insights around your career. I remember each of those moments over the years. I have been proud to be a fan and prayer partner in your ministry. You are not alone!
This was a great episode! I've been a fan of you since Real Talk and appreciate your authenticity. The only people who never make mistakes are the ones who aren't moving at all!
The opening dialogue was great. I applaud the transparency you presented in this video. A lot of us have struggled in the same ways. Thank you. Great message!
Mahn. Brother Crae, you do not miss with these episodes. I'm appreciative of who God continues to mould you into, including your generosity in sharing on your platform. God bless
@@LecraeOfficial If others call you lukewarm, does it produce a sense of conviction in you or is making a video on it as far as you'll go with it? For how can you claim to be a follower of Christ but yet be so conformable to this world?
What I love most about this DeepEnd conversation is that you have a opportunity to have a conversation with yourself and us so everybody have a perspective now
I relate to you so much also as a saved christian in a land where nobody believes in Jesus in Africa , my nation kenya in it got so many gods so being a christian does make us targets to be condemned but like your song said once in battle song we gotta keep the good fight , man i believe in you
@@juliasquier3894 but yes christianity is most in kenya , us muslims & hindus are the few ones who worship other gods but like i said im saved so im no longer muslim
@@juliasquier3894 otherwise thanks man for your support , we in this together & will spread the good news to everyone so they also get a chance to hear the truth , we must harvest many souls for Christ till nobody's behind once our messiah returns to take us home.
Lacrae, I just wanted to say that I have been a fan for a long time since (when the music stops), I really appreciate u sharing your world, your thoughts, and open honesty! Bru, I really honor and appreciate u more than ever after listening to your UA-cam talks for about 25 episodes. Keep up the work! Very impactful!
Thank you so much for your honesty and vulnerability and being open to discussion. 💕👏🏾✝️🤩❤️🔥🔥💯 I always like hearing your perspective. Thanks brother Lecrae.
Lecrae you are one of the best rappers in the world!! Lyrics are crazy!!!! But at times in does seem as if you’re lukewarm… I pray that God continues to bring out the best in you!!! We all have to tell God how we steward the gifts and time he gave us
Bro love what you’ve been doing lately, I grew up in my faith on your music and a few years ago I was also on that hate train but as of the last two years what you’re saying has been resonating with me I’m happy you’re being true to yourself and this whole break down reminded me of me. I jumped in hard people pleasing also for years and have been in a MAJOR deconstruction and re building process since 2021 and It’s been scary and hard and good all in one. thank you crae keep going hard I’m supporting and with you on the journey it’s still to God be the glory ❤️❤️
Man, I've really loved seeing your growth over the years. I love the transparency that you display. I'm still in that process of learning who I am and accepting the truth of who I am in God so hearing your process of growth like this is really helpful and inspiring. Love you man, thanks for your transparency!!
Hearing your experience has been very comforting to me in my own faith journey. As a white female who works a run of the mill job I cannot relate to everything you said but am so grateful to hear your experience and the impact people have had on your in your life so that I can continue to better understand what those of you in Black/African American communities are going through. There is also so much of your faith journey that I can deeply empathize with and relate to. I was looking to be loved and went looking in the church. I went to a seminary college. I can relate when you say you were trying to find yourself but it wasn't authentic. There was so many times I found myself shouting "yes!" During this. I also cannot imagine going through those parts of my life publicly in front of millions of people. Your strength in Christ shows. I'm very thankful for your faith and you sharing your story. This was very comforting and helpful to me.
Man ahk, the struggle be real, I don't think people really understand especially when there are voices who can rebuke your truth with compassion. John Givez is one of my favs, he's what i call luke warm
Appreciate you processing through this publicly bro! As some one who has followed you since “Real Talk” and grew up in the faith with 116 it means a lot to learn the behind the scenes aspect of your changes and humanness as it helps me process as this was such a golden age in my faith!! And as someone who has met you at IMPACT conferences and other spaces.
Casting Crowns has a great song "If we are the body!" Where if the church is the body of Christ. Then we need to act like Christ and not pick and choose who should come to Christ! Only God knows the heart of everyone! We need to be more like Jesus! Love your music ! Keep being you ! Love these videos! God bless!
Thank you big brother, for your authenticity and transparency! I’ve followed you and been in your corner since 2004! Please be encouraged as you have encouraged me in a major way, through out my entire walk as a Christian!
Thank you for sharing what God has placed on your heart. I’ve listened to your music since I was in my teens. I appreciate how you expressed the hard seasons, the highs and lows, and where you stood with your faith through your music. I don’t know what it’s like to be in the public spotlight and have so many “believers” judge so much about your walk through your music and your life style. Our walk with God will never be perfect, but how we handle those tough moments and continue to be in fellowship with Jesus in those hard times is what matters. And I believe you have done that to the best of your ability with the help of Holy Spirit. Thank you so much for your transparency, man.
Honestly I’ve had a reawakening in my own life. I listened to a lot of Leonard ravenhill sermons recently which I strongly encourage you listen to. He also has this book why revival tarries that truly convicted me. Christianity today as a whole has been to comfortable and focused on getting people to come to their church instead of preaching the whole, uncompromising gospel. Being lukewarm means to me is God not being the reason you live not just the reason you are alive.
I legit appreciate this video so much and you as a person. You honestly made me think differently during a lot of times with things going on in the world. I always appreciate to hear other people's point of views instead of just instantly shutting them down. I live in a rural area but I have met people from different cultures and I treat them the same. The area I live in though has not at times. Different skin colors, race, and other beliefs have not always had a fair chance... Also the way you talk to people about God and genuinely care about knowing them is very helpful and important.
I was on the fence about Lecrae for a while, but this clears it all up. Thank you for starting a podcast. There’s a lot of clarity that I feel like a lot of people need it including myself, but this was a great video. I watched from beginning to end you are a big inspiration for me growing upand even to this day, God bless
Thank you for always being vulnerable and authentic. I look forward to your videos every week because it truly brings me closer to Jesus. Remember, God knows you more than you know yourself and more than other know who you are. He SEES you, He KNOWS you, and He LOVES you! Thank you, Lecrae, loved the message at the end!
Ive been called lukewarm and told, "God will spew you out of His mouth!". This was from a church secretary because i sang a song i wrote in church at a funeral for my brother's best friend that died in a motorcycle accident. I said "Damn" and "hell" in church. Should I have used that language? Looking back, nah. Should that church secretary have said that to me at the funeral? Nah. There's a time and a place and that wasn't it. That could have been a great opportunity for the gospel to be presented (which it was during the funeral), but that was a great opportunity to put a bad taste of "Christian" in the mouths of all the unbelievers that were at the funeral. We gotta "be" the church. We gotta practice what we preach. Thanks for being real Lecrae. Keep up the great work 💯🔥🕊
@livesimply-777 While ministering AT A FUNERAL to a family that just lost a son, brother, cousin, and best friend = wrong time. Especially when we're trying to show the love of Christ while grieving at the same time.
@@annehunt787 facts we all have fallen short and we all have failed in life also have sinned in some way we are all family here brothers and sisters in christ?
We should never stop learning and the scripture it is literal. God breathed and we fall short when we don't see it as that. When we allow others to add or take away from the word. We are then Lukewarm. I am not trying to be judgemental as I too am a sinner. Internal reflection is great as long as we are testing ourselves against the word and not the world. I am praying your walk gains strength and truth for God has huge plans for your talents to reach his people. Believers and unbelievers alike.
I LOVED this!!! It’s SO IMPORTANT to give people a chance to speak for themselves before judging or criticizing them. We are likely to make unfair judgements when we don’t have all the information. This video was such a blessing on many levels
You're NOT lukewarm! I love you Lecrae! May Yaweh continue to grant you peace, in Yeshua's name! Keep going! The world may not show you grace...but I will. There are so many people that attack and condemn you on the internet. They rather embarrass you in public, instead of praying for you in private. They swear that God is pleased with that...but He's not. They never rebuke you IN LOVE, like the Bible says that we should do. Its sad. Us as Believers gotta do better. Lecrae, you are imperfect like we ALL are. You are my bro in Christ...and I refuse to show you hate! We ALL mess up...that's why we NEED Jesus! Yes we should call out sin...but there's a correct way to do it...and on the internet is NOT the right way! Once again...I love you bro! I relate to you in so many ways fam! Please don't stop being vulnerable and transparent! We need more of that in the body of Christ! So many Christians struggle in private, then pretend like they are perfect in public! You're awesome Lecrae! Shalom, my bro! Blessings!
How isn’t he lukewarm if he won’t stand on the scripture? He folds. On abortion. On Lil Nas X & LGB issues. There is no question Lecrae is lukewarm wake up. That’s why he’s making a video right now seeking validation for what he knows is true. He is the definition of a LUKEWARM progressive Christian.
Of course Lecrae is lukewarm. That’s why he’s making this video seeking your validation for what he knows is true. He does not stand firm in God’s truth he repeatedly folds. On abortion, on Lil Nas X & wickedness. He performs for & supports democrats. Lecrae is the definition of a lukewarm Christian.
Yea it couldn’t be more obvious that Lecrae is lukewarm like many ppl in this comment section making excuses for him. If you choose the world>God like he does & support people & ideas that go against God you are lukewarm. He does not stand firm in God’s word he folds on abortion & LGB issues etc. He performs for & supports anti-Christian democrats. Stop lying to yourselves he is the definition of a lukewarm Christian.
Well. The bible says to be holy. We aren’t perfect but we are to die to our flesh daily as Christ Died ultimately. Being NOT of this world. We also are to be an example for Christ. Leading people to Him. If not then we do not need to be around bad influence. Bad company corrupts good character. People will show and blatantly say (even in the way they live) who they worship. In the music industry its FAR MORE CLEAR these days who they worship. Regardless of if its for a check or not. Most of Hollywood aint with YAH! Its clear. Jesus is coming back and He is looking for those who are ALL IN FOR HIM. ‘Choose ye this day whom YOU will serve’!! We will have blood on our hands for those who we let do anything around us and we chose to stay around without telling them about Christ. If they choose to reject harshly…we are not to be around them because clearly we should love God more than to allow Him to be disrespected. If someone talks about your mom disrespectfully…you not finna still shake hands with them right? (Im speaking out of normal human defense). How much greater and loving is God? That we shouldnt stand for Him.💁🏽♀️ Its time we make it clear who side we on. Shouldnt be a question if we really living for God!
Thank you for this Lecrae. Amongst a lot things I have learnt from this is to Just to walk with people where they’re at in the journey. Compassionate and loving towards people and where they at in their journey including myself. Thank you.
Thank You! Thank you for being real and for explaining what you were going through when you were going through all of the different periods in your life. Thank you for being vulnerable.I think it's important that everyone sees that you're a human. It doesn't matter the color of your skin. You're part of the human race. You'll make mistakes. You'll fall down, but in the end, if your heart is in the right place. God's got your back. Thank you for sharing this piece of reality with all of us. I think it's something the more people need to hear, understand and be reminded of. Blessings to you! 🙏
Crae I grew up in the hip hop culture and it is a big part of who I am. Your authentic transformation of being you embracing the culture and also trying your best to share your faith and be an example has really helped me man. Your story and continual journey is a continuous inspiration to me as a believer because you help reach people like me who was a kid like you that grew up in the trenches, grows up and gets saved but that doesn't mean we overlook evil whether in our community or how we are treated in our country, I think having a balance is so important. I'm all about meeting people where they are at and building a relationship because man what I have been through and what God has saved me from personally is a testimony that oozes of the Gospel bruh. But I get where you come from because I went to a Christian university and I can say that black men like us are truly an anomaly in the American culture of Christianity. People are quick to crucify what they feel threatened by or just don't understand. But just because we are different doesn't mean we are not saved. I appreciate the vulnerability, keep up the good fight brother!
If you exalt yourself you will be humbled...we must diminish and Jesus increase...I feel like that is what's happening...you're focusing too much on you and the things of this world...that's why God exalted you and lifted you back then because you exalted him above you openly with no shame and didnt focus on the cares if this world...I speak this to myself aswell because I struggle with this aswell...pride is something we all struggle with..especially when youre well known....read the word and study everywhere it speaks about humility and pride that will help you...God bless you and your family and may God bless you with supernatural amounts of wisdom and understanding...and music has to be completely humble...because remember out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks...and there are power in words...start explicitly spreading the Gosple in your music and don't focus on you and Fame...it's time to really go hard for the Kingdom...no time to be watered down and lukewarm...may your music be filled with Holy spirit Fire and the Word of God...because that Is what builds faith....and that also goes to everybody in 116...Jesus is the way the truth and the life no one comes to the father but through him...focus less on the troubles and things happening in this world and focus more on spreading Jesus if not you will defenetely sink...
You said a lot of nothing 😂. You have no free will and neither does Lecrae. Jesus finished the work and saved all of creation, even Satan and the others. Be happy in this alone.
@MosesHanma this is nonsense...read the word...worldly wisdom is devilish and whoever taught you this get far from them because they are a false prophet...
12 minutes in, tear in my eyes. All I can say is “yep!” I grew up in a black community and got saved in a white community. Y’all really don’t know what it’s like for us out here
Lecrae, watching you on your journey has been a real encouragement to me on my own. It's clear God has gifted you with a spirit of grace and wisdom. Our culture and society need that so very much. We all fall from high places constantly. I've never met you but I do feel uplifted by you and the way you walk out your faith. Thank you for this new podcast and being vulnerable with us. Love to the 116 crew forever!
What does being "lukewarm" mean to you?
One foot in the world and one foot in the path of God's people which is 100%opposite of the ways of the world. This guy is being deceived by his own lusts to be in the world but can't see because of spiritual blindness. I literally saw a vid with him opposing a street preacher preaching the gospel just like Jesus did when he told men things that made them leave Him! Watch out who you follow
Being like you
Lukewarm is defined in Revelation
A person in a church doesn't follow Christ & seriously, you should stop paying attention to people in the comment section. Focus on living for Christ not people.
Jesus fix it 🙆♀️🙆♀️🙆♀️
Lukewarm to me is where you know what our heavenly father is about but still do worldly things
Yep. Or knowing God and walking with no faith.
Lukewarm to Me is Being unsure of your Faith, Especially when hit with life's struggles, Some tend to be unsure, Or Doubtful, When They don't see God Move when they Want, Not Hot Or Cold For Christ, But Lukewarm 🙏🏽☝🏽💯🕊❤️
Amen.
So refreshing to hear all of this!!
But what is lukewarm to God? That's the only definition would should care for in these end times. If your definition aligns with God's. Or should I say if Gods definition aligns with yours.
Im from Africa man, i know you dont remember but you did a concert in Kenya in Africa one time, i wasnt saved that time but you rocked my concert seeing you rap, and guess what. I'm a believer now and saved jamming to your songs forever . KEEP GOING LECRAE ! WE LOVE YOU!
Praise Jesus!
Great testimony!!
What year was that?
@@TheGreatCommission2.0 it was just this year , praise the Lord!
God bless you! After He revealed Himself to me, I knew without a doubt, God was as real as the flesh we bare. Even the enemy knows this... If we could get everyone to comprehend this fact, no man would fear another, as every man would reverently fear God, and fear Him only. He loves us and doesn't want to punish us but "He chastises those He loves..." As my earthly father said, "This is going to hurt me, more than it hurts you."
As humans, we aren't perfect. That's not what this is about... Sin by definition in Hebrew means to "miss the mark" or the bullseye of a dartboard. We will fall short and God is ready to forgives us. He is patient. It is those that are in direct opposition to God that He is most frustrated with, these people know who they are. So long as we are living, God can use us to expand His kingdom. Those that are counter productive to that becoming a reality, are those that should be the most concerned with the Final Destination of their soul.
@@TheGreatCommission2.0 it was this year 2024
Hallelujah 🙌🏿 🙌🏿 🙌🏿 🙌🏿
I recently went through a deconstruction myself, I was mad at God and wanted nothing to do with Jesus. But as much as I wanted to run away, He kept calling me back to Himself. Your vulnerability and authenticity has been so encouraging. Jesus has never abandoned me and His grace is sufficient, I never truly knew what that meant(only in theory) until now. I thought Jesus only loved me when I was walking "perfectly" and not sinning, which led to pride and self righteousness and eventually me burning out. He has humbled me, restored me, and has made me proud of who he has created me to be. So I just wanted to say thankyou Lecrae for allowing Jesus to use you.
Brother your story is very similar to mine. Self righteousness, burnout, crash, restoration, maturity
All of us if we are honest. Mine may look different but it still stinks.
TGBTG
Could have been anti christ spirit attacking you its real man. Experiencing right now
Very encouraging!
It has to be exhausting living out your faith under a global microscope
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Honestly no as long as you follow the word of God, he makes the hard things easy.
@@futuredr.7815man.... I disagree. As long as you have God it's worth it, BUT, that doesn't mean there isn't pain and hardship in it.
@@futuredr.7815Even if you follow the word, search up every christian influencer you know / exposed you'll find every last one of them except maybe the ones with a smaller following
Man FACTS. I bet the people barking in these comments would be on hush mode if their faith was on display for the world to see.
I commend you for this level of transparency, vulnerability, and accountability! Praying for your continued growth! 🙏🏾
You speaking up about the race issues in 2015 was the single biggest trigger for me to get more informed and challenge my held beliefs at the time. Given the environment I grew up in, I had no idea it was still so bad.
I knew you were a man of God and I took it seriously. Because the Lord asks us to lift up the oppressed. Thank you for your bravery in speaking out, as it clear had a real cost for you to do so. For what it is worth, you doing so it changed a lot for me and challenged me to be a kinder, more empathetic man of God. I am so grateful for that chance you provided.
Lukewarm to me is knowing how to play the part of a good Christian while simultaneously enjoying and partaking in the customs of the world.
In which he does.
It’s about not enjoying the things of this world. When you hear people throw insults, or you accidentally curse or judge others.
Is that something you enjoy? NO? Then pray for forgiveness and have faith. You’ll be forgiven.
For Jesus knows your heart.
If you did enjoy it still, and you knew the word, that’s lukewarm.
I’m not lukewarm, but only because I know what’s wrong and I don’t enjoy it anymore, whether I accidentally out of habit do it or it happens to me. I’m confident in Jesus and his love for me, and I love him so much, that I’m willing to obey him. That’s faith.
It's not up to us to define the Bible explains what lukewarm is. It's a false conversion. It's someone who is not a follower of Christ your not a Christian if your lukewarm that's why he will vomit you from his mouth. If your born again you live like Jesus you love God and love everyone.
Ezekiel 3:18
[18] When I say to the wicked, ‘You shall surely die,’ and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life, that same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand.
Proverbs 9:10 NKJV
[10] “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
John 14:6-9. Jesus is the only way
[6] Jesus said to him, “ I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes into the father except through me
Romans 13:11-14 NKJV
[11] And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. [12] The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. [13] Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelry and drunkenness, not in lewdness and lust, not in strife and envy. [14] But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.
2nd Timothy 4:3 people with itching ears
[3] For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear.
1st Corinthians 6:9-11 ⚠️ for law breakers
[9] Don’t you realize that those who do wrong will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t fool yourselves. Those who indulge in sexual sin, or who worship idols, or commit adultery, or are male prostitutes, or practice homosexuality,
1st John 2:6. Being born again
[6] Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did
1st John 2:9 False conversion
[9] Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.
Galatians 2:16. Law is a mirror
[16] knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Colossians 2:8-10. Jesus God in flesh
[8] Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. [9] For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; [10] and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.
Colossians 1:15-18 NKJV
[15] He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. [16] For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. [17] And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. [18] And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.
This country was based on Gods laws. God wrote them on our hearts people who have never heard of the bible know its wrong to lie cheat steal committ adultery.
The Ten commandments are the moral law you and I broke the law. Anyone who breaks the law is required death and death by definition is eternal separation from God in Hell. But God made a way so you don't have to go to Hell He became flesh"Jesus" 100% God 100 % Man created a body in a virgin was born lived a life upholding all of his laws living a perfect life than he was beat tortured disfigured and hung on a cross taking the pain and mutilation we deserve for breaking his laws. So that if today you belive that he lived died rose again and took your punishment. He paid your fine.
There has to be punishment for breaking God's laws he isn't going to sweep it under the rug and just forget about it he physically took your punishment took your place so you could take his place like if you lived a perfect life without breaking His Laws. True repentance isn't just being sorry for breaking his laws its turning from and living your best to not lie cheat steal committ adultery or kill/murderer Jesus said if you look at someone to lust after them your guilty of committing adultery in your heart. And if you hate someone your guilty of murder. That's why the Bible says we need to die to our flesh when we want to lust or lie or to hate someone for no real reason. Even if you have a good reason your supposed to love your enemies. And you never can if you don't love God first because of what he did to save you from HELL.
Wrong.
People say workout your own salvation. But in their heart, they believe you have to work it out like them
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And they also think that means work FOR your salvation which is incorrect
@@joyricherson4570 yes indeed! That's a big one too. And what Satan doesn't tell you about both, is he will wear you out in the background, with you trying to be self righteous
@@karlinwilliamson9329 Absolutely!!
With fear and trembling.
I found Christ around the time Rebel came out and followed your journey. My walk with Christ has been filled with highs and lows , deliverance and some very painful growth. Lots of failure. I don’t boast in my goodness because apart from Christ, I have none. I also felt myself drifting away through discouragement and also relate to the racial trauma you experienced. I read both of your books and found so much encouragement hearing you share your testimony. It is beautiful to see that despite how many times we get back in, the Holy Spirit will complete His work in you. I can tell you that I see the freedom in you and your transformation. Stay encouraged!!❤❤❤
This is a great message god bless you lecrae - I can tell from watching this that we haven’t always supported you as a body of believers and have let you down not showing you empathy when you have needed it. Glad you are still with us and I pray you continue to reach people and bring them to Christ. God bless 🙏
Thank you for taking time to do this. So honest, so genuine, and without any self-aggrandizing. I’m grateful for your journey and that you’re still running toward the prize. He’s worthy!
Wherever you are in your walk, I pray you are surrounded by people who are able to exhort you & pour into you as you pour out. Gifts can be burdensome, let grace suffice Lecrae.
Amen 🙏🏿
Lecrae. Romans 116 Unashamed. This brought me to Christ almost 20 years ago.
We just saw you at winterjam Saturday in St. Louis. I have seen you before and ever time I have seen you, I have seen you bring people closer to God. Christians need to remember that every Christian fails ever day, it's the entire reason we need Jesus and the sacrifice he made for us. Continuing to pray for you.
Thank you for your transparency and speaking out loud what so many of us hip hop loving Christians struggle with and go through on a daily basis. Keep being you bro!
Loving this podcast and your transparency. We need a lot more of this today. Keep it up!
Im white and i come from an evangelical non denominational church. I resonated with everything you said. I unknowingly misplaced my trust in conservatism rather than Christ for a long time but Jesus revealed the truth to me. I’m sorry for any of the hurt you’ve experienced. Blessings on you and your family 🙏
I just wanted to say as a black man, I admire you renewing your mindset and not being ruled by conservatism. I at one point prioritized my blackness over my relationship with Christ. Now I see my blackness in a more biblical light and while I still care about social issues affecting our communities, it's in a more biblical and less selfish way of going about it. Love you sis. God bless ❤️🙏🏾
Really cool. I love what He is doing in the body of Christ. Love you too bro ❤
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Why did you mention you're white ?
@@user-ie1yx7bx4t what is so bad in saying that unless she wasn't it would have been racist It's like saying I am not Mexican wth when I am? 😅😂
Lukewarm: refusing to stand on GODs truth, when knowing the truth! Not hot not cold,….
Correct. Like Lecrae has done repeatedly. He is undoubtedly lukewarm.
@@nostalgianotes- For being so certain of that you figure you'd listen to his heart and what he says instead of thinking you have it all figured out
@@Shakiahjprod I will absolutely listen to his heart. Do you think that changes scripture? Do you think it excuses not adhering to it?
@@Shakiahjprod Unless in his heart he recognizes that he doesn’t get to make excuses to not preach the word of God every time he comes face to face with a hard question. He should not be supporting abortion the murder of God’s children that he knew before we were born. He should not be performing for & supporting democrats. He should not be making “grace & space” for Lil Nas X. He should be clear what the bible actually says when asked about it, not his worldy lukewarm opinion.
@@Shakiahjprod You won’t be able to respond to me with an honest heart bcuz you are likely lukewarm yourself.
Your transparency was so refreshing and edifying to me in this time. Thank you so much for sharing yourself, with us.
This blessed me Crae! It’s also dope to reminisce on these moments along your journey as an artist! I’ve been listening since my freshman year of college in 2014. A friend (white guy😂) of mine in a Christian ministry on my campus asked me if I’ve ever heard of CHH and put me on to you. Forever changed my life. A sermon and a small group can only go so far… but music came with me everywhere. I listened to you on my way to class, at night, at the gym, in the car, in places where we were surrounded by sin! I put my friends on to your music! If it wasn’t for your music and the community of other artist you lead at that time, I’m not sure I’d be where I’m at today. THANK YOU🙏🏾
Most will never understand the immense difficulty in finding yourself under public scrutiny. Yes I’ve been disappointed by some of your decisions but I’ve been mostly positively impacted by your life and music. Keep growing ❤
Knowing you are called but running from your calling is Lukewarm to me a battle I am facing
This right here. Waow
Mhm! I feel that
But like jonah had to find out.. how did that work out for him? You can’t run from God.. trust me I tried
Look warm is when your trying to like a double life. Go to the club on Friday in church on Sunday morning, making secular music but then trying to tell people bout Jesus. You can’t serve two masters
Same
I tell you what, these Deep End vids answer so many burning questions I've had for years. Thank you Crae. Blessings brother.
Lord, protect this brother. Thanks for being vulnerable and actually processing these valid complaints.
Amen!
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@@justcrypin1042 what?
@@justcrypin1042 stop judging people you don't know God didn't tell us to say that toward others who don't know or understand Jesus?
@@Joyfullangelgirl-1 there was never a Palestine when Jesus lived! so he is a Woke guy!
This is so real. When you are entering a space that seems uncharted, the struggle is real. To be a fisher of men without pleasing man is not easy 😢 Especially when in our minds we love the Lord God so much.
Thank you for sharing your faith with me through your life Lecrae.
Always!
So proud of you! Keep going. I can't stop crying, I can't believe that guy told that man to un-alive himself. I pray for both of their souls. It's heartbreaking
Hey Lecrea, Thank you so much for being so open and transparent about the things that you have had to wrestle with, though some people in the church may feel a way about it, it really means a lot to me in my walk with Christ. I pray that God continues to strengthen, bless and guide you 🙏🙏🙏
Come judgement day, each and every single person will stand alone, and answer for their life ALONE. No excuses, no blaming anyone, no ifs, ands or buts.
You, in front of your Maker, Elohim. Laid bare and raw. Nobody can or will have a say. Why in the world do we concern ourselves with other ppl's judgement on earth when everyone has their own opinion? God is the only one who will truly know whether anyone has been lukewarm, hot or cold. No man can know another, only God knows His children.
Let's rather concentrate on our personal relationships with Jesus Christ, while we continuously ask for grace to stay in His Word, so we can live like He did, especially in these crazy times.
YES! someone finally said this. people are hell bent on poking holes in everything
Thank you I was attacked yesterday and someone came off haughty like " you are not saved". Like how can you tell if someone is or not that's crazy to me.
This is it right here.
@@candrawilliams6825 I've learned to just breathe sweetie...there are ppl who believe the world came to be because there was nothing, and then a bang and hey presto!here we all are magically...let them believe what they want to...we can only pray for patience and compassion to pray for them and keep it moving❤️
@@nuriaash thank you so much
*I needed to hear this at this very moment in time...*
Thank you for the inspiration 😊🙏🏾💎✨🩵✌🏾🎨⛅
Really enjoyed this! Thanks for airing it out a bit.
Great video and well spoken… thank you for this 🙏🏽
Related to this whole video so much bro, can't wait to link up with you one day on or off camera. Keep going!
Phenomenal! You didn't have to explain yourself, but you did and did it well. I can relate to many of the stages you went through having to do with finding yourself. You and I also both share the same passion to reach people for Christ where they are, and to not just exude the theoretics at the expense of relationships.
Dude, thank you for being so genuine and authentic. That’s commendable. God bless you brother! I hope he continues using you for his glory.
Thanks so much for being so vulnerable with us. I relate a lot to you and am very encouraged by you!
Lacrae ,
I’ve been going deeper in my walk with Christ. Sleepless nights, including, this one, is part of it. The deep end with Lacrae, I have been watching for weeks. To me, you are like a big brother that I always wanted. Thank you for your transparency and thank you for being on the platform where you are letting God use you. Be blessed, my brother. ❤
I just wanted to say Thank-you for giving us your time.
God bless you Lecrae! What a blessing to hear your insights around your career. I remember each of those moments over the years. I have been proud to be a fan and prayer partner in your ministry. You are not alone!
This was a great episode! I've been a fan of you since Real Talk and appreciate your authenticity. The only people who never make mistakes are the ones who aren't moving at all!
Thanks Lecrae for sharing your journey. I love your story and how human it is. This gives me more context to the ‘only human’ track.
Thanks for sharing!!
Always good to take a look at ourselves and correct what needs to be corrected brother
The opening dialogue was great.
I applaud the transparency you presented in this video. A lot of us have struggled in the same ways. Thank you. Great message!
Absolutely a blessing bro!!! And you ill on the 1s and 2s. Thanks for the transparency fam.
Catholic, and I can relate & appreciate you’re transparency. Growth! Keep going UP ❤💪🏾
Mahn. Brother Crae, you do not miss with these episodes. I'm appreciative of who God continues to mould you into, including your generosity in sharing on your platform. God bless
Thanks for listening
@@LecraeOfficial If others call you lukewarm, does it produce a sense of conviction in you or is making a video on it as far as you'll go with it? For how can you claim to be a follower of Christ but yet be so conformable to this world?
I’m so happy that you finally talking bout this , because I’ve always had questions about all of these so thank you for your vulnerability bro
What I love most about this DeepEnd conversation is that you have a opportunity to have a conversation with yourself and us so everybody have a perspective now
That was beautiful.
My favorite part was, "Am I lukewarm? Nah. I'm on 🔥🔥🔥."
Great vid, Lecrae.
I relate to you so much also as a saved christian in a land where nobody believes in Jesus in Africa , my nation kenya in it got so many gods so being a christian does make us targets to be condemned but like your song said once in battle song we gotta keep the good fight , man i believe in you
Sorry but I thought Kenya was a Christian nation, but what gods? My daughter dad was Kenyan.
@@juliasquier3894 it is a christian nation but its an islamic nation too
@@juliasquier3894 its mixed with Islam & christian , at least for mine i come from a islamic background
@@juliasquier3894 but yes christianity is most in kenya , us muslims & hindus are the few ones who worship other gods but like i said im saved so im no longer muslim
@@juliasquier3894 otherwise thanks man for your support , we in this together & will spread the good news to everyone so they also get a chance to hear the truth , we must harvest many souls for Christ till nobody's behind once our messiah returns to take us home.
Lacrae, I just wanted to say that I have been a fan for a long time since (when the music stops), I really appreciate u sharing your world, your thoughts, and open honesty! Bru, I really honor and appreciate u more than ever after listening to your UA-cam talks for about 25 episodes. Keep up the work! Very impactful!
Thank you so much for your honesty and vulnerability and being open to discussion. 💕👏🏾✝️🤩❤️🔥🔥💯 I always like hearing your perspective. Thanks brother Lecrae.
Lecrae you are one of the best rappers in the world!! Lyrics are crazy!!!! But at times in does seem as if you’re lukewarm… I pray that God continues to bring out the best in you!!! We all have to tell God how we steward the gifts and time he gave us
Keep doing you Lecrae Keep speaking your true🙌🙌
Bro love what you’ve been doing lately, I grew up in my faith on your music and a few years ago I was also on that hate train but as of the last two years what you’re saying has been resonating with me I’m happy you’re being true to yourself and this whole break down reminded me of me. I jumped in hard people pleasing also for years and have been in a MAJOR deconstruction and re building process since 2021 and It’s been scary and hard and good all in one. thank you crae keep going hard I’m supporting and with you on the journey it’s still to God be the glory ❤️❤️
Great video and thank you for being so authentic! Too many people shielding how they feel. Stay true my brother!👊🏼
Man! So good! You don't owe us an explanation, thank you for processing with us.
"I'm a rapper who loves Jesus " I ❤ that statement. 😁🥳
Man, I've really loved seeing your growth over the years. I love the transparency that you display. I'm still in that process of learning who I am and accepting the truth of who I am in God so hearing your process of growth like this is really helpful and inspiring. Love you man, thanks for your transparency!!
Hearing your experience has been very comforting to me in my own faith journey. As a white female who works a run of the mill job I cannot relate to everything you said but am so grateful to hear your experience and the impact people have had on your in your life so that I can continue to better understand what those of you in Black/African American communities are going through. There is also so much of your faith journey that I can deeply empathize with and relate to. I was looking to be loved and went looking in the church. I went to a seminary college. I can relate when you say you were trying to find yourself but it wasn't authentic. There was so many times I found myself shouting "yes!" During this. I also cannot imagine going through those parts of my life publicly in front of millions of people. Your strength in Christ shows. I'm very thankful for your faith and you sharing your story. This was very comforting and helpful to me.
Man ahk, the struggle be real, I don't think people really understand especially when there are voices who can rebuke your truth with compassion. John Givez is one of my favs, he's what i call luke warm
Man thanks for coming out and being real!! We love you bro
Appreciate you processing through this publicly bro! As some one who has followed you since “Real Talk” and grew up in the faith with 116 it means a lot to learn the behind the scenes aspect of your changes and humanness as it helps me process as this was such a golden age in my faith!! And as someone who has met you at IMPACT conferences and other spaces.
GREAT STUFF, THANK YOU FOR SHARING🙌🏿🙏🏿
Casting Crowns has a great song "If we are the body!" Where if the church is the body of Christ. Then we need to act like Christ and not pick and choose who should come to Christ! Only God knows the heart of everyone! We need to be more like Jesus! Love your music ! Keep being you ! Love these videos! God bless!
I was at the concert and I loved it❤
Thank you big brother, for your authenticity and transparency! I’ve followed you and been in your corner since 2004! Please be encouraged as you have encouraged me in a major way, through out my entire walk as a Christian!
Thank you for sharing what God has placed on your heart. I’ve listened to your music since I was in my teens. I appreciate how you expressed the hard seasons, the highs and lows, and where you stood with your faith through your music. I don’t know what it’s like to be in the public spotlight and have so many “believers” judge so much about your walk through your music and your life style. Our walk with God will never be perfect, but how we handle those tough moments and continue to be in fellowship with Jesus in those hard times is what matters. And I believe you have done that to the best of your ability with the help of Holy Spirit. Thank you so much for your transparency, man.
I honestly think John Piper would still love you Lecrae. He seems like one of the genuine ones.
Honestly I’ve had a reawakening in my own life. I listened to a lot of Leonard ravenhill sermons recently which I strongly encourage you listen to. He also has this book why revival tarries that truly convicted me. Christianity today as a whole has been to comfortable and focused on getting people to come to their church instead of preaching the whole, uncompromising gospel. Being lukewarm means to me is God not being the reason you live not just the reason you are alive.
I legit appreciate this video so much and you as a person. You honestly made me think differently during a lot of times with things going on in the world. I always appreciate to hear other people's point of views instead of just instantly shutting them down. I live in a rural area but I have met people from different cultures and I treat them the same. The area I live in though has not at times. Different skin colors, race, and other beliefs have not always had a fair chance... Also the way you talk to people about God and genuinely care about knowing them is very helpful and important.
I so appreciate this. God bless you brother and THANK YOU for your transparency. 🙏🏾
a person that doesn’t stand against sin and the world. A person that loves the world. A person that’s friends with the world. Duality fraternities
I was on the fence about Lecrae for a while, but this clears it all up. Thank you for starting a podcast. There’s a lot of clarity that I feel like a lot of people need it including myself, but this was a great video. I watched from beginning to end you are a big inspiration for me growing upand even to this day, God bless
Thank you for always being vulnerable and authentic. I look forward to your videos every week because it truly brings me closer to Jesus. Remember, God knows you more than you know yourself and more than other know who you are. He SEES you, He KNOWS you, and He LOVES you! Thank you, Lecrae, loved the message at the end!
Ive been called lukewarm and told, "God will spew you out of His mouth!". This was from a church secretary because i sang a song i wrote in church at a funeral for my brother's best friend that died in a motorcycle accident.
I said "Damn" and "hell" in church.
Should I have used that language?
Looking back, nah.
Should that church secretary have said that to me at the funeral?
Nah.
There's a time and a place and that wasn't it.
That could have been a great opportunity for the gospel to be presented (which it was during the funeral), but that was a great opportunity to put a bad taste of "Christian" in the mouths of all the unbelievers that were at the funeral.
We gotta "be" the church. We gotta practice what we preach.
Thanks for being real Lecrae.
Keep up the great work
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@livesimply-777 While ministering AT A FUNERAL to a family that just lost a son, brother, cousin, and best friend = wrong time. Especially when we're trying to show the love of Christ while grieving at the same time.
@livesimply-777people don’t care what you know until they know that you care.
@@annehunt787 facts we all have fallen short and we all have failed in life also have sinned in some way we are all family here brothers and sisters in christ?
We should never stop learning and the scripture it is literal. God breathed and we fall short when we don't see it as that. When we allow others to add or take away from the word. We are then Lukewarm. I am not trying to be judgemental as I too am a sinner. Internal reflection is great as long as we are testing ourselves against the word and not the world. I am praying your walk gains strength and truth for God has huge plans for your talents to reach his people. Believers and unbelievers alike.
I love you man, the transparency aspect about you is what I've always loved, I pray God strengthens you and keeps you on fire
I LOVED this!!! It’s SO IMPORTANT to give people a chance to speak for themselves before judging or criticizing them. We are likely to make unfair judgements when we don’t have all the information. This video was such a blessing on many levels
You're NOT lukewarm! I love you Lecrae! May Yaweh continue to grant you peace, in Yeshua's name! Keep going! The world may not show you grace...but I will. There are so many people that attack and condemn you on the internet. They rather embarrass you in public, instead of praying for you in private. They swear that God is pleased with that...but He's not. They never rebuke you IN LOVE, like the Bible says that we should do. Its sad. Us as Believers gotta do better. Lecrae, you are imperfect like we ALL are. You are my bro in Christ...and I refuse to show you hate! We ALL mess up...that's why we NEED Jesus! Yes we should call out sin...but there's a correct way to do it...and on the internet is NOT the right way! Once again...I love you bro! I relate to you in so many ways fam! Please don't stop being vulnerable and transparent! We need more of that in the body of Christ! So many Christians struggle in private, then pretend like they are perfect in public! You're awesome Lecrae!
Shalom, my bro! Blessings!
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Agreed. Jesus was the only perfect one. The holy one. I’m hoping in His mercy
How isn’t he lukewarm if he won’t stand on the scripture? He folds. On abortion. On Lil Nas X & LGB issues. There is no question Lecrae is lukewarm wake up. That’s why he’s making a video right now seeking validation for what he knows is true. He is the definition of a LUKEWARM progressive Christian.
Of course Lecrae is lukewarm. That’s why he’s making this video seeking your validation for what he knows is true. He does not stand firm in God’s truth he repeatedly folds. On abortion, on Lil Nas X & wickedness. He performs for & supports democrats. Lecrae is the definition of a lukewarm Christian.
Yea it couldn’t be more obvious that Lecrae is lukewarm like many ppl in this comment section making excuses for him. If you choose the world>God like he does & support people & ideas that go against God you are lukewarm. He does not stand firm in God’s word he folds on abortion & LGB issues etc. He performs for & supports anti-Christian democrats. Stop lying to yourselves he is the definition of a lukewarm Christian.
Well. The bible says to be holy. We aren’t perfect but we are to die to our flesh daily as Christ Died ultimately. Being NOT of this world. We also are to be an example for Christ. Leading people to Him. If not then we do not need to be around bad influence. Bad company corrupts good character.
People will show and blatantly say (even in the way they live) who they worship. In the music industry its FAR MORE CLEAR these days who they worship. Regardless of if its for a check or not. Most of Hollywood aint with YAH! Its clear. Jesus is coming back and He is looking for those who are ALL IN FOR HIM. ‘Choose ye this day whom YOU will serve’!!
We will have blood on our hands for those who we let do anything around us and we chose to stay around without telling them about Christ. If they choose to reject harshly…we are not to be around them because clearly we should love God more than to allow Him to be disrespected. If someone talks about your mom disrespectfully…you not finna still shake hands with them right? (Im speaking out of normal human defense). How much greater and loving is God? That we shouldnt stand for Him.💁🏽♀️
Its time we make it clear who side we on. Shouldnt be a question if we really living for God!
That's right just like peter denied JESUS GOD said In his word if you deny me before men then JESUS will deny you before his father
Thank you for this Lecrae. Amongst a lot things I have learnt from this is to Just to walk with people where they’re at in the journey. Compassionate and loving towards people and where they at in their journey including myself. Thank you.
Thank You! Thank you for being real and for explaining what you were going through when you were going through all of the different periods in your life. Thank you for being vulnerable.I think it's important that everyone sees that you're a human.
It doesn't matter the color of your skin. You're part of the human race. You'll make mistakes. You'll fall down, but in the end, if your heart is in the right place. God's got your back.
Thank you for sharing this piece of reality with all of us. I think it's something the more people need to hear, understand and be reminded of. Blessings to you! 🙏
I'm really happy for this guy. This is the guy right here.
He's really taking off in his career
It’s always gonna be a great day when lecrae uploads. Love your stuff brother. Stay away from the world
Crae I grew up in the hip hop culture and it is a big part of who I am. Your authentic transformation of being you embracing the culture and also trying your best to share your faith and be an example has really helped me man. Your story and continual journey is a continuous inspiration to me as a believer because you help reach people like me who was a kid like you that grew up in the trenches, grows up and gets saved but that doesn't mean we overlook evil whether in our community or how we are treated in our country, I think having a balance is so important. I'm all about meeting people where they are at and building a relationship because man what I have been through and what God has saved me from personally is a testimony that oozes of the Gospel bruh. But I get where you come from because I went to a Christian university and I can say that black men like us are truly an anomaly in the American culture of Christianity. People are quick to crucify what they feel threatened by or just don't understand. But just because we are different doesn't mean we are not saved. I appreciate the vulnerability, keep up the good fight brother!
I’m so sorry for you. I wish I could give you a hug! Much respect to you gracefully carrying this burden
If you exalt yourself you will be humbled...we must diminish and Jesus increase...I feel like that is what's happening...you're focusing too much on you and the things of this world...that's why God exalted you and lifted you back then because you exalted him above you openly with no shame and didnt focus on the cares if this world...I speak this to myself aswell because I struggle with this aswell...pride is something we all struggle with..especially when youre well known....read the word and study everywhere it speaks about humility and pride that will help you...God bless you and your family and may God bless you with supernatural amounts of wisdom and understanding...and music has to be completely humble...because remember out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks...and there are power in words...start explicitly spreading the Gosple in your music and don't focus on you and Fame...it's time to really go hard for the Kingdom...no time to be watered down and lukewarm...may your music be filled with Holy spirit Fire and the Word of God...because that Is what builds faith....and that also goes to everybody in 116...Jesus is the way the truth and the life no one comes to the father but through him...focus less on the troubles and things happening in this world and focus more on spreading Jesus if not you will defenetely sink...
You said a lot of nothing 😂. You have no free will and neither does Lecrae. Jesus finished the work and saved all of creation, even Satan and the others. Be happy in this alone.
@MosesHanma this is nonsense...read the word...worldly wisdom is devilish and whoever taught you this get far from them because they are a false prophet...
@@lagonza I will believe this until I die but you don't have to. Thank God for Jesus and the finished work that saves all creation! Amen! 🙌🏿
A lot of us Christians can really relate
Thank you for sharing, I’ll definitely be learning from your experiences and try my best to do what’s right
Thanks. I enjoyed getting to hear your perspective as you reflect on your life, struggles, and realizations. Lova ya and God bless ya.
12 minutes in, tear in my eyes. All I can say is “yep!” I grew up in a black community and got saved in a white community. Y’all really don’t know what it’s like for us out here
I love you, brother. Can't wait to meet you in eternity. You and Lecrae.
I see lukewarm as fence straddling while dealing with our identity crisis with who we are in Christ.
And fence straddling on the issues of the world that go against our Christian values.
I have so much more respect for you after watching this! I laughed, understood, and listened to you. Thank you for being transparent
Super encouraged by this. I appreciate the vulnerability and honesty. Thank you, Lecrae.
God is faithful 🥰👋🙏
What Lukewarm means to me is living a double headed sworded lifestyle
I’d love an explanation
But we are all like that where you want to accept it or not Christian or not
Why sworded do you mean worded as in a godly lifestyle or I don't know what you saying with this because lukewarm isn't that?
So real. So good. Love watching you wrestle and discussing it openly, this is so important.
Lecrae, watching you on your journey has been a real encouragement to me on my own. It's clear God has gifted you with a spirit of grace and wisdom. Our culture and society need that so very much. We all fall from high places constantly. I've never met you but I do feel uplifted by you and the way you walk out your faith. Thank you for this new podcast and being vulnerable with us. Love to the 116 crew forever!