RED

Snippet

In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage. John Steinbeck

Scripture

The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.  A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it. Proverbs 29:10,11 ASV

Song

Red by Rhema Soul

http://youtu.be/rlhtXgj2UJo

Intro:

Red communicates passion emergency, urgency,

it’s the ailment and the cure and this is what we see.

Verse 1:

I see blood, I see pain I see

Hate pointed and aimed at me,

I see IC rooms with the hurt and the lame and the 

weak and they filled to the peak,

I see suicide genocide,

And its all televised, even wit my better eye (I) see

red letters, red signs,

Heads lining these red times

Verse 2:

Too much chat nobody moving

Everybody got a comment on you

when you make make a move no time to lose people 

all around are hurting, bruised

break these walls charge me to go

They asked who will send me I'll go

No hesitation, history in the making

this generation we ready to blow

Chorus: 2x

Sound the alarm Turn Up Your radio Sound the alarm 

Turn upyour radio Got me

seeing red Got me

seeing red Got me seeing red Got me seeing red

Verse 3:

I watch the world as it fades to red

And my eyes are lit

Like a laser beam

And I make a scene because I'm deep in it The city 

burns thin but I keep in it

And the moon is blood and the sirens blow So the 

kids run lost many miles from

home Its time to show up

So listen close and turn your radio up

Chorus: 2x

Sound the alarm Turn Up Your radio Sound the 

alarm Turn up your radio Got me

seeing red Got me seeing red Got me seeing 

red Got me seeing red

Verse 4:

Everywhere I go, I see red on the block another 

young boystraight dead on the

block speakers go boom, my choppers go bang 

ratatatat now it’s red where he drops

sound the alarm, it’s code red

they ended all red on the cross on the block til 

they all come or christ come back we out here dirty

Bridge:

Urgent emergency, purpose, passion, and sergeancy 

Red Tragedy, grabbing me, apathy comin in causually 

Red Purpose for the hurtin, unleashing worth to the 

worthless. Red

Chorus: 2x

Sound the alarm Turn Up Your radio Sound the alarm 

Turn up your radio Got me

seeing red Got me seeing red Got me seeing red 

Got me seeing red

Sentence Prayer

Father,

It started at two when I screeched to the high heavens,

knowing the adults would jump.

But my wrath has grown to an out of control forest fire.

My wrath is destroying all I love, but most of

all it is destroying me.

Jesus, May your blood cleanse and cool my anger

and help me see all I have been forgiven!

Holy Spirit, redeem this fool and give me a still peace

that passes all understanding.

Father, may we see and model how you are

slow to anger.  But may we fear you enough to

know one day we will give an account of every

careless and wrathful word.  God have mercy on me a sinner!

Amen R.M.

EGYPT

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Adam was but human—this explains it all. He did not want the apple for the apple's sake, he wanted it only because it was forbidden. The mistake was in not forbidding the serpent; then he would have eaten the serpent.” ― Mark Twain, Pudd'nhead Wilson

Scripture

We know that the Law is spiritual; but I am a mortal, sold as a slave to sin.  I do not understand what I do; for I don't do what I would like to do, but instead I do what I hate. Since what I do is what I don't want to do, this shows that I agree that the Law is right. So I am not really the one who does this thing; rather it is the sin that lives in me.  I know that good does not live in me—that is, in my human nature. For even though the desire to do good is in me, I am not able to do it. I don't do the good I want to do; instead, I do the evil that I do not want to do.  If I do what I don't want to do, this means that I am no longer the one who does it; instead, it is the sin that lives in me.

So I find that this law is at work: when I want to do what is good, what is evil is the only choice I have.  My inner being delights in the law of God.  But I see a different law at work in my body—a law that fights against the law which my mind approves of. It makes me a prisoner to the law of sin which is at work in my body.  What an unhappy man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is taking me to death?  Thanks be to God, who does this through our Lord Jesus Christ!

This, then, is my condition: on my own I can serve God's law only with my mind, while my human nature serves the law of sin.  Romans 7:14-25 GNT

Song

SO YOU WANNA GO BACK TO EGYPT LYRICS - KEITH GREEN

http://youtu.be/MD9W61KZYxk

So you wanna go back to Egypt, where it's warm and secure.

Are you sorry you bought the one-way ticket when you 

thought you were sure?

You wanted to live in the Land of Promise, but now it's 

getting so hard.

Are you sorry you're out here in the desert, instead of your 

own backyard?

Eating leeks and onions by the Nile.

Ooh what breath, but dining out in style.

Ooh, my life's on the skids.

Give me the pyramids.

Well there's nothing to do but travel, and we sure 

travel a lot.

'Cause it's hard to keep your feet from moving when 

the sand gets so hot.

And in the morning it's manna hotcakes. We snack on 

manna allday.

And they sure had a winner last night for dinner, 

flaming mannasoufflé.

Well we once complained for something new to munch.

The ground opened up and had some of us for lunch.

Ooh, such fire and smoke.

Can't God even take a joke…Huh?….(NO!)

So you wanna go back to Egypt, where old friends 

wait for you.

You can throw a big party and tell the whole gang, 

that what they said was all true.

And this Moses acts like a big-shot, who does he 

think he is.

It's true that God works lots of miracles, but Moses 

thinks they're all his.

Well I'm having so much trouble even now.

Why'd he get so mad about that cow, that golden cow.

Moses,he seems rather idle, he just sits around.

He just sits around and writes the Bible.

Oh, Moses, put down your pen.

What…Oh no, manna again?

Oh, manna waffles….

Manna burgers...

Manna bagels...

Fillet of manna...

Mannacoti...

Bamanna bread!

Sentence Prayer

Father, I come home to You. I confess as sin my false lovers. I confess as sin living like the old person that I used to be. I confess as sin my spiritual adultery. I acknowledge to You and to myself that my false lovers are horrible lovers and that my pursuit of them is ugly and putrid. How foolish of me to ever believe that anyone but You could ever satisfy the longings of my soul. How shameful. How disrespectful. Forgive me my relational sin. I acknowledge that You alone are my Supreme Good. I acknowledge that You alone are gracious and compassionate. I return to You as my Forgiving Father. I return to Your Son as my Worthy Groom. I return to Your Holy Spirit as my Inspiring Mentor. I love You, Lord. Renew my vision of You as a totally competent and totally good God—boundless in holy love.”  Amen 

(http://www.rpmministries.org/2011/09/six-prayers-of-repentance/)

HERO

Snippet

Cannot save the world-is the world does not want to be saved. Dean Koontz

Scripture

Keep your eyes on Jesus, our leader and instructor. He was willing to die a shameful death on the cross because of the joy he knew would be his afterwards; and now he sits in the place of honor by the throne of God.

If you want to keep from becoming fainthearted and weary, think about his patience as sinful men did such terrible things to him. 4 After all, you have never yet struggled against sin and temptation until you sweat great drops of blood. Hebrews 12:2-4 LB

Song

Hero By Skillet

http://youtu.be/uGcsIdGOuZY

I'm just a step away

I'm just a breath away

Losin' my faith today

(Fallin' off the edge today)

I am just a man

Not superhuman

(I'm not superhuman)

Someone save me from the hate

It's just another war

Just another family torn

(Falling from my faith today)

Just a step from the edge

Just another day in the world we live

[Chorus:]

I need a hero to save me now

I need a hero (save me now)

I need a hero to save my life

A hero'll save me (just in time)

I've gotta fight today

To live another day

Speakin' my mind today

(My voice will be heard today)

I've gotta make a stand

But I am just a man

(I'm not superhuman)

My voice will be heard today

It's just another war

Just another family torn

(My voice will be heard today)

It's just another kill

The countdown begins to destroy ourselves

[Chorus]

I need a hero to save my life

I need a hero just in time

Save me just in time

Save me just in time

Who's gonna fight for what's right

Who's gonna help us survive

We're in the fight of our lives

(And we're not ready to die)

Who's gonna fight for the weak

Who's gonna make 'em believe

I've got a hero (I've got a hero)

Livin' in me

I'm gonna fight for what's right

Today I'm speaking my mind

And if it kills me tonight

(I will be ready to die)

A hero's not afraid to give his life

A hero's gonna save me just in time

[Chorus]

I need a hero

Who's gonna fight for what's right

Who's gonna help us survive

I need a hero

Who's gonna fight for the weak

Who's gonna make 'em believe

I need a hero

I need a hero

A hero's gonna save me just in time

Sentence Prayer

God, when you place me in the presence of other people.  I have a chance to lead by example. . .Your example.  Give me a heart of compassion and kindness.  So I can reach out to other people with your love.  Grace me with patience and gentleness so I can reflect your tenderness.  And humble me before men so you are exalted.

When my own pride or agenda gets in the way of expressing you and your feelings toward mankind, please correct me.  Convict my spirit so I can repent.  And with You as my witness, may I lead with a spirit of forgiveness to model your greatest gift.  Amen

(One Minute Prayers for Men Harvest House Publisher 2010 Eugene Oregon. Pg 114)

PRAYER FOR A FRIEND

Snippet

At last I slipped into something I knew was a dream. Chris 

and I were swimming at White's Beach, a gravel-pit in 

Brunswick. . .And then his head went under, his reciting 

mouth filling with water. He popped back up, crying: 'Help

me, Gordie! Help me!'

Then he was dragged under again. Looking into the clear 

water I could see two bloated, naked corpses holding his 

ankles. One was Vern and the other was Teddy, and their 

open eyes were as blank and pupilless as the eyes of Greek statues. The Body by StephenKing  Chapter 19:

Scripture

Poverty and disgrace are for the one who ignores 

instruction,

but one who heeds reproof is honored.

A desire realized is sweet to the soul,

but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools.

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise,

but the companion of fools suffers harm.

Misfortune pursues sinners,

but prosperity rewards the righteous. 

Proverbs 13:18-21 NRSV

Song

Prayer for a Friend Casting Crown

http://youtu.be/DYZ5z5qhKJI

Lord, I lift my friend to You, I've done all that I know to do

I lift my friend to You

Complicated circumstances have clouded his view

Lord, I lift my friend up to You

I fear that I won't have the words that he needs to hear

I pray for Your wisdom, oh God, and a heart that's sincere

Lord, I lift my friend up to You

Lord, I lift my friend to You

My best friend in the world, I know he means much more to You

I want so much to help him, but this is something he has to do

And Lord, I lift my friend up to You

'cause there's a way that seems so right to him

But You know where that leads

He's becoming a puppet of the world, too blind to see the strings

Lord, I lift my friend up to You

My friend up to You

Lord, I lift my friend to You, I've done all that I know to do

I lift my friend to You

Sentence Prayer

 Lord, I lift my friend to You, I've done all that I know to do

I lift my friend to You

Complicated circumstances have clouded his view  

Amen Casting Crowns

#MARCHMADNESS

Snippet

What you are as a person is far more important than what you are as a basketball player.  John Wooden

Scripture

But Christ has shown me that what I once thought was valuable is worthless. 8 Nothing is as wonderful as knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. I have given up everything else and count it all as garbage. All I want is Christ. Phillipians 3:7,9 CEV

Song

Nick of Time by Jin

http://youtu.be/Kn3i3IAFN7c

[Intro: Jeremy lin]

The biggest thing is to understand that your talent, your ability to play basketball is a gift from God

I think the biggest thing is to understand that you have to use that for God's glory

[Hook: Jin]

Yeah I been on my grind

Reachin' for the top and you've been on mind

They stready tryin' to stop my shine

But it's always been yours it's never been mine

You always come thru just in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

So I give it up to you everytime I shine

[Verse: Jin]

See this if life to me to you it's entertainment

It's quite intricate and only I can explain it

To say I've come a long way would be an understatement

The moment of truth every single one is savored

Chasing greatness not the pressure that it came with

Far from picture perfect observe as I paint it

Dealing with the games highs and lows

You win some you lose some yeah I suppose

But when the sweet smell of victory is by my nose

I see what's goin' on even when my eyes are closed

Guarantee you're not stoppin' me or blockin' me

All I need is one shot promised you'll be shocked to see

The outcome I don't just play to win

Everytime I lace up yeah I play for him

Doin' my all to make sure that your glory is known

While they fighting for the title see the king on his throne

[Hook: Jin]

Yeah I been on my grind

Reachin' for the top and you've been on mind

They stready tryin' to stop my shine

But it's always been yours it's never been mine

You always come thru just in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

So I give it up to you everytime I shine

[Verse 2: Jin]

Yes I'm really here to serve you not just pretend to

With each setback I intend to

Learn from experience and get better with time

No matter what I achieve none of the credit is mine

In the grand scheme of things you're the head of design

And in any circumstance you said I'll be fine

The ultimate play maker I follow your lead

Never find need to feed into these naysayers

Who repeatedly told me that I would never make

You're probably testing me to see if I could take it

The bond between us they could never break it

All that you have given me I shall not forsake it

Your grace patience and all of your love

Which one don't I deserve it's all the above

Where amazing happens I love this game

Only one reason I'm playing and god is his name

[Hook: Jin]

Yeah I been on my grind

Reachin' for the top and you've been on mind

They stready tryin' to stop my shine

But it's always been yours it's never been mine

You always come thru just in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

You come thru in the nick of time

So I give it up to you everytime I shine

[Outro: Jeremy lin]

I think also something that I needed to learn was just because you pray and just because you give it up to god doesn't mean that you're gonna win, and doesn't mean that you're necessarily gonna have a great performance and all that, but I think there's something special about playing the right way and having the right attitude even if you don't necessarily win or have a successful career

Sentence Prayer

Father;

May all my glory and rep

Reflect back to your greater glory

Jesus

May all my play and Joy

Lift  you higher so all men may be drawn to you.

Holy Spirit

May all my prideful arrogance be burned away

So others my see the humble Jesus in me.

Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.  Amen  R.M.

LIGHTHOUSE

Snippet

The essence of the Latin term [Pereginatio] is caught up in the

ninth –century story of three Irishmen drifting over the sea

from Ireland for seven days.  The men, in coracles, without 

oars, come ashore in Cornwall and are brought to the court 

of King Alfred. 

When the king asks them where they have come from and 

where they are going, they answer that they, “stole away 

because we wanted for the love of God to be on pilgrimage, 

we cared not where.” 

(Dawn to Dusk R.Douglas Jones Pg 26 the House Studio

Kansas City MO 2012)

Scripture

Let the oceans roar and foam.

    Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!

 A river brings joy to the city of our God,

    the sacred home of the Most High.

 God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.

 From the very break of day, God will protect it.                  Psalms 46:3-5 NLT

Song

My Lighthouse Rend Collective

http://youtu.be/7ZrX-VHXWi8

In my wrestling and in my doubts

In my failures You won't walk out

Your great love will lead me through

You are the peace in my troubled sea

You are the peace in my troubled sea

In the silence, You won't let go

In my questions, Your truth will hold

Your great love will lead me through

You are the peace in my troubled sea

You are the peace in my troubled sea

My Lighthouse, my lighthouse

Shining in the darkness, I will follow You

My Lighthouse, my Lighthouse

I will trust the promise,

You will carry me safe to shore (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)

Safe to shore (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)

Safe to shore (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)

Safe to shore

I won't fear what tomorrow brings

With each morning I'll rise and sing

My God's love will lead me through

You are the peace in my troubled sea

You are the peace in my troubled sea

Fire before us, You're the brightest

You will lead us safe to shore

Sentence Prayer

Almighty God:

The waves my be overwhelming to us

But as you are the maker and controller of oceans

We place our trust in your care.

Praise to the Holy Son

You are the light of the world

The darkness is overwhelming

Teach us to follow the light

From your Lighthouse.

Holy Spirit, we praise you

As the one who hovers over

The water to calm or stir the overwhelming waves

For the Glory of God.

Take us where you will

Immerse us in the Love of God

That we may in a small way be a lighthouse

Of that same great love!  Amen  R.M.

VISION

Snippet

One reason many of us get entangled in sin is because we don’t have enough God-ordained vision to keep us busy.  The more vision you have, the less you will sin.  And the less vision you have, the more you will sin.  It is a vision from God that keeps us playing offense spiritually.  Mark Batterson Wild Goose Chase pg 160 Multinomah Books Colorado Springs Colorado 2008

Scripture

And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.  Joel 2:28 NIV

Song

Be Thou My Vision 4Him

http://youtu.be/IQxHvBtR7hs

Be Thou my vision, oh Lord of my heart

Nought be all else to me, save that Thou art

Thou my best thought by day or by night

Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light

Be Thou my wisdom, and Thou my true word

I ever with Thee and Thou with me Lord

Thou my great Father and I Thy true son

Thou in me dwelling and I with Thee one

Riches I need not, nor man's empty praise

Thou mine inheritance now and always

Thou and Thou only first in my heart

High king of heaven my treasure Thou art

Be Thou my vision, oh Lord of my heart

Nought be all else to me, save that Thou art

Thou my best thought by day or by night

Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light

High king of heaven, my victory won

May I reach heaven's joy, bright heaven sun

Heart of my own heart, whatever befall

Still be my vision, oh ruler of all

Still be my vision, oh ruler of all

Sentence Prayer

Father;

We praise you for Your tender mercy, for the Light of Heaven, which has dawned before us, giving light to we who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, guiding us to a path of wholeness and well-being.  Amen

(Dawn to Dusk R.Douglas Jones Pg 111 the House Studio Kansas City MO 2012)