For those of you who know me well, you know that rap music, with the exception of a couple songs from the 80's, is just not my thing. My heart may have a changed a bit about it last night, though.
Last night, I witnessed a group of young men perform an original rap song. It you did not have audio you would have assumed it was a typical rap party with kids jumping around and hollering. This was different, though, because they were doing it all in the name of Jesus! I had tears in my eyes. Here were these young men, living in a rather tough part of town where drugs and gang-life are often the safer place for them on the streets; and they have become part of the best gang ever...one lead by Christ!
Can you imagine the impact these young men will have on the other kids in their community?!?! The other kids in the audience could not get enough of their performance. Even this white girl with little beat wanted to get up on that stage with them. It was powerful!
From there, some kids put on dramatic performances; recited original poetry, put on a fashion show of their original designs, sang more songs...all for the praise and glory of their new-found friend, Jesus.
They did this in front of a rather large audience filled with volunteers, neighbors and parents. I have mentioned before that just walking through the doors at Common Ground will find you feeling God's presence...well, last night that feeling was tenfold! It's safe to say the devil was not pleased at all that some of his easy targets have made a choice for Jesus.
Oh, and that annoyance I had earlier this week about folks not stepping up to help with the food needs for the post-program dinner...silly sinner I am. God provided! In fact, He provided so much that there was ample food for people to go back for seconds! How weak my faith becomes when I think it's all about me getting the help.
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