Oscar Who?

I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me. Psalm 101:3

I love movies and tonight are the  Academy Awards. The movies that typically win are ones where Hollywood wants to push their idea of normal or their agenda or at least that has been the case the past few years. The whole event often turns in to a conservative Christian bashing so I really almost hate to watch as I don’t care for political agendas masquerading as the Oscars. Two wonderful historical films are nominated for which I hope don’t get ignored that being 'The Darkest Hour' and 'Dunkirk'. 

Just because society says something is good or award winning doesn’t mean anything. A person needs to use discretion in what they choose to put into their minds. An Oscar doesn’t necessarily mean worth viewing especially if values or morals are being compromised. Lately many films attempt to desensitize people to sin. Unless you stay grounded in God’s word you may believe a lie. 

Don’t follow the worlds ways but choose God’s ways. God’s way brings life and truth. The worlds' ways lead you astray and keep you away from things of God. Don’t purposely watch things you know would not please the Lord. Now go enjoy a good movie. There are many fine ones who never get an Oscar nod. 

PRAYER: Lord help me use discernment in the movies I view and not just watch stuff that deals with things I know are against God’s word. I pray for writers and others who create films to come to know you. I am thankful for good directors and writers who produce things to build up. I am also thankful for Pure Flix, Affirm Films, and The Kendrick Brothers for their quality filmmaking.  In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

God's Red Carpet Is Way Better

           In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your            efforts with success. Proverbs 3:6

Recently  the Academy Awards were televised from Hollywood and many people were boycotting watching them simply due to what they perceive as the arrogance of Hollywood in general. These actors and The Academy attempt to try to shape America by their skewed political views and end up making many people angry in the process. 

Why does the Red Carpet matter so much where we are captivated by stars and idolizing them? I confess I have done it many times. Jesus' has a Red Carpet of sorts and that is for those who follow hard after Him and know the truth. There is not a Red Carpet in Heaven but if there were it would be 'star studded' with the meek and lowly and those who had asked Jesus to be in their hearts. 

Which Red Carpet matters most to you? Something to ponder.

PRAYER: Lord forgive me when I have ever elevated people over you. You are number one and you love me with an everlasting love. You love sinners in Hollywood too and want them to know you.  Help me in my corner of the world set a good example to help draw others to you. In Jesus' name. Amen.

NOTE: Mastermedia International is an organization based in Hollywood who prays for all those in the media both in NYC and California. You can get on their mailing list for a monthly prayer calendar. https://www.mastermediaintl.org