Today, more and more bands are dressed like the world more so than Christ.  They have tattoos, peircings, crazy hair styles, moshing, and throwing up goat horns  (Not really sure what that means).   Does this bother you as a Christian?  If Christ were here on earth today, do you think he would be happy with this? 

Christ says that if we want to be a part of him, not to be influenced by the worldy views, and let our senses be stimulated by worldly events.  Satan pulls our thoughts away from God in any way possible and is constantly looking for new ways to take our focus off of God.  To live with God, we must give him our full love and focus on Him every second of every day and give our all to him. Not an easy task to do I know.  But have we gotten soft and given up on working for Him each and every day.  Has satan become a part of Contemporary Christian Music?

At Florida Christian Concerts, we believe that Christ is at the center of all things good.  In other words, if a song is praising Christ and God then it is music that glorifies Him.  If the singer or band member is tattooed out or has piercings, so be it.  That is between him and God and if he chooses to persecute his body, that’s his choice.  However, if God has used him as a vessel to share His message than all props to the man rocking out!  It’s not easy to stand on stage and have talent to sing in harmony and rock out a tune simultaneously on your guitar, but most importantly, proclaim the Lord as your Savior and reason for living.   Especially, as a teenager in high school!  The world today is so worldy, and everything BUT focused on Christ!  Anyone who is willing to stand for Jesus in my opinion is doing the right thing, regardless of what they look like.

Always put yourself last.  This is a strong and personal commitment as a loving relationship with God that will last forever.  What is your choice?  With Christ all things are possible!

Now, there is no doubt, that people and bands are adapting to today’s views, and trying to be relevant in their music, but at the same time proclaim Jesus as their Lord and Savior.  Look at those who use to attend church.  Many no longer do so, simply because they believe Man has implemented rules that no longer line up with scripture.  Personally, I believe you need to attend church services to allow yourself the opportunity to fellowship with other believers or you will quickly become more worldy than those you are apparently protesting.

So long as Contemporary Christian Music does not cross the line and disrespect Christ or His Church, I give the benefit of the doubt and assumme they have His best interests at heart.  Now, that doesn’t mean they aren’t going to fall or sin, but it’s important they understand the conviction from God as reborn Christians and repent for their sins.  The feel good, perfect Christian world, is a  myth.  God will not always make us happy, in fact He has promised to ensure we have all we need and that is not necessarily happiness. 

Now if we look at the mass, they tend to be agonostic and usually don’t think to much about God until they are at a breaking point and can’t go on.  God has been with them the whole time asking for them to turn from their wicked ways and give their life to the Lord.  But it’s not easy in today’s society, to take a stand for Christ, nor was it probably easy in any society, but espeically in this microwave, MTV genearation.  We have been influenced by marketers to think it is okay to do this and do that or wear this and wear that!  Where are the parents?  Well, they’re not there, so deal with it.  But dont’ persecute those who are willing to get on stage and take a stand and then call them hypocrites. 

Any man or woman who is willing to reach out through music as a Christian artist is doing more good for society and the Kingdom of God than anyone who will not take a stand.  Regardless, of what they are wearing, they are doing the right thing.  We serve a God who is bigger and better than you could ever imagine.  Jesus will work through people to make them pure and to walk like Him.  Have faith in others and be quick to encourage those who are taking a stand for Christ and be quick to forgive.

God loves you and so do we.  If you want to see the latest artists rocking out, be sure to check out http://www.FloridaChristianConcerts.com and become a fan of Christian Music.  It is here to stay and with our help will someday be more popular than secular music.  Lets Rock! God Bless you and your family always.

Hey Christian Concert Fans, are you ready to rock out and ring in the new school year with God as the focal point?

Here is a look at this weeks concerts in the Tampa Bay area.  If you have any questions or need specific details, please contact us at floridaconcerts@gmail.com or call the Florida Christian Concert Line at 813 500 7412.

This Wednesday at Corner Point Church, come to the Stand Firm in the Faith 2.0 Concert. This is a free concert designed to encourage and equip you with the knowledge and support to stand firm in their faith while facing the pressures that you will face this school year. The doors open at 6:30 this Wednesday 8/25. Center Point Church is located at 1801 S. Miller Rd. Valrico Fl, 33596

Going to be a “Lights Out” show this Friday at Paramount. Get your tickets now for $5 atwww.tinyurl.com/paramountconcert the show is at 7pm and and it is going to rock your world with music from The Broken (www.thebrokenmusic.net), Deshun, and FoCuSeD!!!

Friday, August 20th at 7pm
Location: The Warehouse
Benefiting Amazing Love Ministries

FEATURING: Julius Vaughn, Eden Regained, and Gammage

Julius Vaughn is an international Christian recording artist from the Tampa Bay, Florida area. In 2007, the Lord inspired him to start to write music and lyrics, and brought him into contact with Lannie Battistini (participant in a Pop category Grammy Winning Album of 2001), to arrange and produce his music.

Eden Regained, hailing from Plant City FL, has one thing on their minds: To spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the talents God gave them. They strive to break the mold when it comes to rock music–blazing guitar work, furious drumming and thunderous basslines underline the raw power of the voice behind the lyrics. Their newly released EP “Fate Lies In Our Hands” is streaming on their Myspace page. Give this a listen–you won’t be disappointed!

Read more: http://www.myspace.com/edenregainedfl#ixzz0wYAzZtMX

Gammage aka Mr.Wut Can I Do For Ya?. is an explosive, worship driven, God centered, aggressive rapper. He shares the same recycled story that most young black males share. No Father, Raise by the streets, grew up with a mother strung out on drugs, and using all of this to fuel his anger and pain, he upheld a name for himself in the streets. However, what stands him apart from many other artists is at age 22, Gammage rededicated his life back to Christ and the Lord released him back into full time music. Gammage doesnt make “For Christian” Music; He is a Christian that makes music! Meaning, his candle is not hid. His music is aimed at EDIFYING THE BODY; at same time, the very places God pulled him from, so SAVING THE LOST! Gammage’s style is AGGRESSIVE and PASSIONATE! He tells the story of his life and life it self, that many of you will identify with. Real recognizes Real! He’s moves by the law of the 4C’s…”Never Compare, Complain, Compete, or Compromise”. He’s Gammage; He’s a Warrior, A Survivor & a SERIOUS THREAT to the enemies camp! Take a listen and see why he feels, “You’re Present Is Not Your Future

Read more:http://www.myspace.com/gammage44#ixzz0wYBFlktB