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Oh Reverend Where Art Thou ?

Mad dog reporters are frantically seeking interviews with all who knew the late Michael Jackson, with the hope of shedding light on the mysteries behind his passing.

One famous reporter … known for his prime-time television interviews with celebrities and “fresh news personalities” … asked two “Reverends” several questions about the life and death of Jackson. These two “ministers” spoke of his accomplishments and talents as an entertainer and humanitarian … but mentioned nothing about Jackson’s spiritual connection with GOD. With a national audience listening these men of the church never spoke the name of our only eternal hope. They kept silent about Jesus.

I do not know Michael Jackson’s eternal place. What I do know is that GOD provided a way for us to be with Him through His Son Jesus Christ. If Michael Jackson believed and received Jesus … then he has a heavenly home with our Savior. If not then, according to GOD’s word, he is in a place of eternal torment. Its as simple as one of Jackson’s own hit songs … “Black or White”.

Although I am disappointed with the two men who have the title “Reverend” in front of their names and yet ignored telling a TV audience of the hope we have in Christ… how many times have I kept silent about Jesus ? Where is my testimony when I have a chance to proclaim it ?
“Anyone who believes in the Son of God has this testimony in his heart … And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”
1 John 5:10-11

And finally … I really enjoyed Michael Jackson’s music … as a matter of fact I saw his opening night Victory Tour at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City back in 1984.
The place rocked.
I hope Michael trusted Jesus.

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Oh Reverend Where Art Thou ? written by: Mike Hurn · July 1, 2009
Mike Hurn's website: http://www.ccclife.org/
Mike is the Sports and Men's Ministries Pastor at Christ Community Church in St. Charles, IL. He worked with the Chicago FCA in a special inner city program called "SLAM" ... Saving Lives through Athletic Ministry. Mike graduated from Moody Bible Institute's Graduate School May of 2009 with MA in Biblical Studies. Mike has also had the privilege of being a guest Chaplain for the Chicago Bears.

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One Response to “Oh Reverend Where Art Thou ?”
  1. Lis says:
    July 1, 2009 at 9:17 am

    4 Celebs met the afterlife this week. I find it ironic how little “professional” spiritual advisors offer the public in the way of an eternal life with Jesus.

    Will there ever be a bigger stage then in these days to proclaim the truth?

    As far as MJ, I was a big fan back in the day. I saw him during the Bad tour. A total life experience. What a gift he shared with us. I hope those accusations about child abuse were false. But I hope even more that at sometime in MJ’s life he experienced the forgiving love and salvation Jesus offers us all.

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