Remember the song entitled "Mo' Money, Mo' Problems?”  Mase started his verse by saying,

Now, who's hot, who's not

Tell me who rock, who sell out the stores

Tell me who flopped? Who copped the blue drop?

And etc., etc.

If you can recall, Mase based His successes on cash flow, admiration, image, and status.  Needless to say, to a world that glorified the monetary things, he, (and his counterparts), appeared to be on top.

Likewise, I've come to the realization that the "Gospel Community" tends to operate in the same lane, when it comes to position, notoriety, and/or popularity.  Many ponder on, "Who's blessed, who's cursed?"  "Who has favor, who doesn't?" "Who's doing more, and who's doing less?"   It's one thing to be exalted by God; but it's another to focus on being exalted by your own efforts.  The bible states that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.  In my observation, many people place themselves on a pedestal, become judgmental, and live in division amongst their Christian brothers and sisters; whenever the motive behind what they do isn’t justified. 
 


In the most extreme cases, gossip, slander, backstabbing, and everything else that has nothing to do with God's nature, infiltrates our minds and causes us to live according to the flesh; rather than the Spirit.  Some will argue that theology, traditions, and differences in opinions and etc, is the main reason for the disunity that we see.  I believe, however, that it goes far deeper than that; involving a lack of love, forgiveness, and accountability.



I'll be the first to admit that I am a imperfect man that serves a "Perfect" God!  I pray that all of you follow my lead, open your hearts to those who've wronged you, and allow the "LOVE" of Jesus to penetrate your hearts!  Please be advised, "There's no offense in the law of love."  Let's get back to "Mission", rather than "Competition", and UNITE!