MSP Pulls out another article

[Mr. SmartyPants]

This is an article I am submitting to my school newspaper. My school is dominately catholic (http://www.calverthall.com) (it is a catholic school) But I know for sure that the majority of the students are not saved. So You may know the article I wrote last year, well here is another one that will be published.

(the other one: http://www.christiananime.net/showthread.php?t=14485)

It's still in it's early stages and expect a LOT of heavy reivision in the final one (I will post the final one when the newspaper is published)

well here you go. Comments or questions or anything is appreciated ^^


"Men of Faith"? Not really...

Sure believing in God, going to Church, reading the Bible, praying, and having an A in religion class is good and all, but did you know that doesn't make you a Christian? Choosing to have a living personal relationship with Christ is what makes you a Christian. I mean you could know everything about Jesus, but if you don't know Jesus, then nothing matters. Everywhere around you, the same students who say "I believe in God" and "I believe in Jesus and that he died for my sins" are the same students who spit out foul language left and right, who view pornography and lust at women, and who do drugs and alcohol. Listen, the Bible says you cannot serve two masters; you cannot follow what society says, and at the same time follow what God says. They are two extreme opposites! Society says to go have sexual intercourse whenever you feel the need to. God says to stay sexually pure until marriage. Society says to seek vengeance on your enemies. God says to love your enemies. You cannot do both, for they are contradictory! If we cannot follow directions that somebody trusted us to do, then we are not followers we are backstabbers! And in a sense we literally stabbed God, and you know how? With the crucifixion of Christ. The High Priests of that time were not the only ones who put Jesus to death. We all murdered him! Every single one of us killed him. But because God loves us so much, he grants us unlimited second chances and always forgives us. But we take advantage of his love and forgiveness and do whatever the heck we want. It is true that humans are fallible, and even Christians give into temptation. The difference between a follower of the world and a follower of the Word lies in the fact that Christians realize their mistakes, attempt to correct them and seek to set things straight with Christ.

Now if you are a Christian, that is good! But your job isn't complete. We can't simply say "Since I am a Christian, I have been redeemed, and I can do whatever I want because I am going to Heaven!" The Bible says for us to grow in our faith and belief, and strive to be like Jesus as much as we possibly can. 1st Peter 2:21 says: "To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps." You may be thinking "Why should I give up what I like to do for Christ?" Yet do you realize that worldly things are nothing compared to what God gives you? You focus too much on the price, not the prize. Do you know what the prize is? Not just Heaven, but you will have that joy and inner peace on this earth, much more than what you can get from worldly things, because God will bless you immensely. You just have to be willing to make that sacrifice. For Jesus had not only come to give you eternal life, but life more abundant."

You have the opportunity to do one of two things. You could hold on to your pride, downright ignore what I am telling you, laugh at what you're reading, and think I'm on crack. Or take it to heart, examine your life and see where you are right now. Don't worry about what your friends will say or think, because they cannot get you to Heaven, only Jesus can. If you were to die at this very moment, where do you think you would go? Most of you would probably say “I don't knowâ€

[Warrior 4 Jesus]

Awesome article Ryan! You are a great "man of God!"

[Puguni]

I like it. It's direct. I really can't see people laughing at this or slandering it in anyway, because ultimately, it is true. It kind of reminds me of Paul's letters to the Romans.

[Eriana]

[quote="Mr. SmartyPants"]This is an article I am submitting to my school newspaper. My school is dominately catholic (it is a catholic school) But I know for sure that the majority of the students are not saved. So You may know the article I wrote last year, well here is another one that will be published.

It's still in it's early stages and expect a LOT of heavy reivision in the final one (I will post the final one when the newspaper is published)

well here you go. Comments or questions or anything is appreciated ^^


"Men of Faith"? Not really...

Sure believing in God, going to Church, reading the Bible, praying, and having an A in religion class is good and all, but did you know that doesn't make you a Christian? Choosing to have a living personal relationship with Christ is makes you a Christian. I mean you could know everything about Jesus, but if you don't know Jesus, then nothing matters. Everywhere around you, the same students who say "I believe in God" and "I believe in Jesus and that he died for my sins" are the same students who spit out foul language left and right, who view pornography and lust at women, and who do drugs and alcohol. Listen, the Bible says you cannot serve two masters]"To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps."[/i] You may be thinking "Why should I give up what I like to do for Christ?" Yet do you realize that worldly things are nothing compared to what God gives you? You focus too much on the price, not the prize. Do you know what the prize is? Not just Heaven, but you will have that joy and inner peace on this earth, much more than what you can get from worldly things, because God will bless you immensely. You just have to be willing to make that sacrifice. For Jesus said that "I have not only come to give you eternal life, but life more abundant."

You have the opportunity to do one of two things. You could hold on to your pride, downright ignore what I am telling you, laugh at what you're reading, and think I'm on crack. Or take it to heart, examine your life and see where you are right now. Don't worry about what your friends will say or think, because they cannot get you to Heaven, only Jesus can. If you were to die at this very moment, where do you think you would go? Most of you would probably say “I don't knowâ€

[ChristianKitsune]

AWESOME MSP! I like it! so very much!

what was you past article? I wasn't here last year..so...

[Mr. SmartyPants]

heres the old one

http://www.christiananime.net/showthread.php?t=14485

[Eriana]

Absolutely EXCELLENT Mr. Smartypants!
*applaudes his past and present articules*
You are indeed a very Godly man, keep up the good work! ^_~*

[Eriana]

You show a lot of good themes in your posts, please tell me if there's any way I can help! ^_^

[Mr. SmartyPants]

well, got anything to add about it? anything you see to revise or anything?

[Eriana]

No, not at all, I really need to work on my compliments...-.-;;;

[Felix]

DUDE YOU'RE AWESOME! ..That's all I gotta say. That article is great, man. ^_^ SO true! Thanks.

[Eriana]

Sorry Mr. Smartypants. I wouldn't have changed anything or probably added anything to it. It was perfect.
Next time maybe drug abuse would be a really good topic to dwell on. Just an idea because a lot of people suffer with the addictions.

[Mr. SmartyPants]

Sorry Mr. Smartypants. I wouldn't have changed anything or probably added anything to it. It was perfect.
Next time maybe drug abuse would be a really good topic to dwell on. Just an idea because a lot of people suffer with the addictions.

^_^ thanks eriana

[meboeck]

Awesome awesome awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My only suggestion in terms of revision is in the first paragraph, you wrote stuff like "I mean" and "Listen," which sounds kind of unprofessional. Overall excelent job though. YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! Reach those guys.

[Mr. SmartyPants]

ahh thank you nathan

I like the "I mean" and "listens" though... T_T

[Myoti]

I like the "I mean" and "listens" though... T_T

Me too. Dunno why.

Very good, though. No need to beat around the bush, eh?

[Linksquest]

WHOA! I really liked it. It was funny to see all the places you got what you said: WRBS, Me, PK, evagelists, the bible. XD. I am really glad you are talking this step and being bold in your school! I am really proud of ya!

"I'm on crack" hhehe... so taking of PK's words.

[Doubleshadow]

Good stuff. Right to the point and very clear. I can't think of anything terribly helpful.

[Zane]

and lust at women

Maybe add the equivilent for women lusting after guys or the attention a hot chick gets.

And in your second paragraph;

You may be thinking "Why should I give up what I like to do for Christ?"

You could add the Proverb; would a dog return to it's vomit.
Or the analogy that if you disobey a lifesaver's warning and get caught in a rip and were there are sharks about. And the lifesaver comes out in the boat, hops into the water to push you into the boat, but is eaten by the shark while saving you. Would you then, on your way back to shore, jump back into the ocean, even though that lifesaver died saving you? NO. That would be stupid as!! And if you did then you would certainly deserve to be eaten by a shark, which it says in one of the letters, I have a feeling it might be James... but I'm not sure, the one concering a person who continues to sin delibratly after having been saved, and theres another one about there being no sacrfice for sins left (that one's in Romans).
I reckon that would shake some cages

Either way, good effort Mr S.P.

[Mr. SmartyPants]

Maybe add the equivilent for women lusting after guys or the attention a hot chick gets.

mah, it's an all-guys school XD

[livewire]

I really liked what you wrote. I know it has already been said, but I, too, think it is wonderful that you are making such a bold stand at your school.
Anyways, I also wouldn't really change anything. Your writing is clear and concise and extremely honest.
Good Job!

=)