Tuesday, February 7, 2012

What Have We Done?

  Last night I posted a status about being disgusted with the image and impression women have on men because of their actions. I'm going to get a little more into detail on my thoughts. However, this time I am going to be explaining things from both perspectives. I may say some things that come across as offensive to people, but that is not my intentions and I apologize in advance.
 
 So, let's dive right on into this. One thing I've learned in life is that a woman's heart is the most fragile thing placed in a man's hand. The problem is her heart can also be the thing the man is least careful with. I have been guilty of this in my past, but the lesson has been learned. A woman's heart should be treated with care. Her mind should be treated with care. HER BODY SHOULD BE TREATED WITH CARE!  Social media, our society, and our culture has instilled a total disregard for those things in us. That leaves me no choice but to ask, what have we done to women? The answer is simple.

  Guys have basically shown that they want nothing to do with them if women don't open their legs or get sexual in any way. Or, they constantly badger them until the girl labels them a creeper, etc. Guys it's simple, if she doesn't reply then she's apparently not interested. What we tend to forget is usually a girl has already had a run in with a jerk that treated her that way and has been hurt. Like I said, there hearts aren't something to just play with.

  In my opinion, it's time men grow a set and be men. Don't be a little boy trying to play house or get in her pants because society tells you that you're a nobody if you're not sexually active. Treat her like she should be treated...WITH RESPECT! Take her on dates, do special things for her without expecting any reciprocation in physical form. Make her feel important and not like a piece of meat or someone you can just talk down to. Don't take what you have for granted. From personal experience, I can tell you taking something for granted can possibly cost you the best girl that has ever walked into your life. That is all, guys. Maybe we can all pick up on this and change the way that women see men.
  
Now to the women. First off, I apologize for every man that has ever hurt you, constantly bothered you, or made you feel degraded in any way. Secondly, I understand men have done some damage, but let's face it....nobody's perfect. You become just as guilty as the men wanting nothing but your body by posting pictures that show tons of skin on social media sites, dressing inappropriately in public, or acting in any way to give yourself that image. If you want a man that treats you with respect, start by respecting yourself. The way you carry yourself speaks volumes. But, that goes with saying that some guys don't care whether you're the most innocent person or the most promiscuous...just avoid those jerks.

   Listen ladies, you're all beautiful in your own special way. I believe in guarding your heart to the fullest. But, building a wall that's so high nobody can get in is not the right way to approach it. Build that wall so that only someone special and worth the time can come in. If you strictly date guys based on their looks or possessions without thoroughly examining his heart, mind, and even spirituality, then chances are you're making a mistake. You want a guy to treat your heart with care? Find one that you will treat his heart with care. Guys may mistreat women more often, but women are just as guilty at times.
 
 Before I'm done, some things need to be summed up. Guys, quit hiding behind computers or cell trying to just hook up with girls. They're worth way more than that. Be a man, take her out on a date, or just kick it with her. Oh yeah, don't expect her to open her legs just because she agreed to hang out with you! Make her feel beautiful and respected for who she is. Not what's in her pants.

 And, my final word to the ladies. You want a respectful, decent, honest guy? They're not too hard to find. These social media sites pretty much show you what kind of people you're talking to or whatever. If you notice he's a creeper...stay away. If you notice he's a good dude that has shown interest, maybe you should give a chance. Don't set impossible standards based on materialistic things or build your walls so high that nobody will ever get to them. Just know, there's probably just as many guys that have been hurt just like you have.
 
So, to answer the question "What have we done?" We have hurt each other so much that we have become too careless or too careful about our feelings as well as other's. Life's meant to be lived to the fullest and shared with the most special people. Those people are out there. Do the right things and they will come to you or you will find them.  :)
  

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Just getting some things off of my chest.

Before I even get into this blog/note, I will let whoever reads this know that I am strictly speaking my mind and not attacking any particular group of people. However, if you feel the need to delete me, etc. go ahead. No hard feelings.

As some of you know, I have made some radical adjustments to my life in the past three months. Before midway of April of last year I was heavily involved in ministry, as well as in school for it. One event took place and I got mad at God. I left the church and cut ties with almost everyone in it. I was given a great opportunity to be an intern with a record company. Not too long after taking it I found myself doing the things that had gotten me into trouble in the past. But, I had a divine encounter with God and realized that I should have never left what I was doing in ministry. I also realized that I couldn't blame an incident in which my heart was broken on God.

    Now, I find myself with a newfound love for Jesus that has me burning for Him more than ever. I see myself truly changed, and now I realize the depth and legitimacy of the calling He has placed on my life. With the greatness of that feeling and how well things have improved, the devil is coming at me harder than ever. I have been verbally abused through Facebook and Twitter for the things I say regarding Christianity and how much I support ministries/ministers such as The Ramp, Damon Thompson, and Mattie Montgomery. All of those people have had a huge influence on my walk with Jesus. They speak the truth that isn't watered down like we see in most "large" ministries these days.

  To my point. The people that have used their words in attempt to hurt me or change my thinking really have no clue about my past or what I believe. Those things may shock them if they would take the time to ask, instead of assuming and jumping to conclusions about me. Allow me to fill all of you in. Before giving my life to Jesus, I struggled with numerous things and was head to Hell in a handbasket. I had an addiction to pills,  I was basically an alcoholic, I struggled with lust and pornography, I had no heart, and was so arrogant that I didn't care about anyone but myself.

    Yes, I have been set free from those things and preach heavily against them.Yes, I support a minister who has been very vocal about his disagreement with homosexuality.  But, by no means do I judge anyone by what they do or what they believe. I love each and every one of you regardless. I am not one of those people to shove my thoughts down your throat. The love of Jesus is all I want to portray. But, I am called to speak and teach you how to get it and live like it.

   The things I post on Facebook and Twitter are the things I believe, think, and pray for. It's your choice whether you accept Him or not. He loves you, I love you. I don't judge you, but in the end He will. That's all I can say. I just hope those who think I'm some awful Christian will realize that I'm human, imperfect, and struggle with things just as everyone else. I have just found a love that surpasses every possible feeling we can imagine. I know as a Christian that I will be persecuted, and I'll live with it. I hope those of you who read this understand that I'm no different, no better, and not anymore worthy of His love.
                                                                                                    Drake