The Introvert and Social Anxiety

Theres nothing wrong with me completely, its just my personality!
For a very long time I never understood myself.
Social anxiety cannot be blamed on merely withdrawal from social settings.
Its more deeper than that.
Some people are more different from others.
My background, my upbringing and my religious persuasions have all impacted who and what I am.
The short of the matter is alienation from social settings within reason is not unusual behavior.

Introverts may find religion, God, nature, pets, drugs, alcohol, food, material things or themselves as  a source of comfort in a painful world.
Some may neglect the institutional settings of society altogether, separating themselves while watching the world deteriorate, and wont feel a thing. Society can make us cold. We have a hard time in the job world as very few professions cater to our need for expression. We dont start well in college. We want to shine our true selves but fear of rejection by societies standards hinders us. So we end up rebelling against church, school and all other organizations we may see as oppressive. We are not bad, we are booed. We wont push, but given the chance we can take over the world because we have powers of mind.
Other introvert may have a dont care attitude simply because they are fed up of the way things are- nobody wants to give them a listening ear. And that is the mistake of extroverts- the neglect of introverts for being unconfident, untalkative or reserved. Given the chance we can blow you away. The truth is- we are outnumbered by extroverts- and we are still trying to fight fair.


It is said that no man is an island and no man stands alone;
While this is true
 that does not exclude the feelings of being different of loneliness and uniqueness that some personalities afford.
The personality type of my discussion is of course Introversion. It is very serious.
Allot of discrimination and misunderstanding exsists toward this temperament even today.

The reason being that not many people in history showed high closeness to this personality type except the greats.
I am telling you right now the life of an introvert is not easy. There are challenges unseen.
There are potentials to reap. However, most introverts never find themselves and are more often stepped over by society, time and time again. This happens because
They are expected subconsciously to conform, to fit-in, to submit, to convert, to partake, to adhere into a world designed primarily for extroversion temperament. For this reason some may hide away from the public live a secluded lifestyle  and become a recluse closing themselves of from people. This is not good.

It reminds me of the Mutants in X-MEN movie. Ever seen that movie? They had to hide because they were considered freaks of nature, they believed society would not accept them as they are (which was true). On the other side,
the evil mutants tried to destroy society because of its hatred toward them. Very interesting analogy.

Introverts can get depressed, lonely, suicidal or insane very easily. This is because of the intense emotional temperatures they can experience when involved in deep thinking and creative activity. Its simple. If introverts do not control the temperature of their emotions by watching the environmental stimulations they receive from other people while balancing their tanks with satisfying activity refreshing their mental batteries they can short and go into a hypo phase, become irritable, angry, violent or even depressed. They have to watch their stimulation because their mind is like a sponge-delicate to their surroundings. Through practice they can build a tolerance level, but only.

Mostly introverts dont see the need for being pleasant all the time. They hate routine and idle chattering. They like things simple and real and cant be bothered with compliance or stupid rules. But because we are introverts we internalize our thoughts- we do this for the benefit of your feelings. We care about you. At the same time we can be affected by fear because of oversensitivity and we generally try to avoid confrontation whether verbal or physical. Some might even run from a fight. But when we reach our limit, we loose all reason. Like the kid who shot up a school just like that killing his classmates- for example.
For us to hurt you would be like hurting ourselves. When an introvert looses his temper, you better know that something is wrong for him/her to be acting this way. And whenever we take drastic measures, its always for a reason. We are just not dramatic.

Their weather scale is unpredictable
merely due to their unique mode of operation.
If they discover in time who they are, like I have, they can tap into the world of
their imagination and creativity and drop bombs with their unique thoughts. They have a creative mind.
For the introvert, its all about the inner world, the imagination. We look at the world with a different eye.
We like to have space. We dont like to be told what to do. We want to do things our way.
At the same time we are deeply in-tuned to the needs of others.
We hold alot inside and we bear much pain. We really have the best of both world.
What do I mean?At times our lack of concern for others could make us  appear evil
and completely selfish if we dont control the affections of our hearts.
In essence we have high potential for good
and unfortunately high potential for Evil.We can destroy the world.

 Because Introverts value the inner world of their imagination by nature, if they do not cater to their need of privacy and expression in some profitable pursuit where they can be themselves- they will wither and die. Its almost like if you dont give a plant water and expect it to grow.
Of course some introverts deny themselves totally to fit into an extrovert world- all to their detriment.
 Its sad some dont even know they are introvert. They find themselves in awkward social settings and wonder why they are not free spirited and enthused as others . They try to avoid the crowd by going directly to the crowd injuring themselves more! They dont know when to pull back and just enjoy their own company. They conform so that people will love them when they dont even love themselves. They treat themselves so bad and they dont even know it.

But im here to say that being an introvert is wonderful.Its a God given nature that needs to be exploited for its benefits. The only way to escape this temperament is to accept it, which means to understand it. Know who you are by reading about introversion. The sooner you accept your personality, the easier it will be to mingle and socialize because now you'll have control over any situation. Equally you have to find what your ability or talent is. Use it. Thats the only way. That is your defense. You may not have the best social skills, be the most talkative guy who seems to attract many hot girls but you might be an excellent writer or artist or poet. Maybe you're the next Eminem!Your gift will lift you above your weakness and eventually bring you the attention of others.

 Slowly as you use your talents it will grab the attention of other giving you the best of both worlds.

Because Introverts are highly sensitive and internalize everything-
they can take to heart and even tears
the meanest moments of social failures. Unfortunately we do care about what people think about us.
To an extent thats healthy. But the insecure introvert may take it a step further by being personal.
 No wonder so many Introverts are Schizophrenics, who abuse drugs and alcohol, I totally understand.
They give in to the pressure to fit in and be cool and mess up themselves. They dont know what they have!

Its not that the introvert doesn't want friends or doesn't have friends or is a loner
he is just so extremely critical of himself  and others and wont go out of his way to prove a point.
He is laid back and calm and normal on the surface but inside his mind is deep like the ocean.
Introverts want to go on dates, go to parties, have fun, converse one on one, but it is difficult for us because
we are over critical thinkers- we cant turn this off like a switch- we need it for creative purposes. When we want to party, nobody is there to party, when we want to chill- we only see ourselves in the mirror. When we do party however infrequent, we are not aware of our high, these are special moments.

Introverts may be diagnosed with bipolar. Not all get to this state. Not all become Schizophrenics.

Introverts are not shy, when we come around we dont need help to bubble.
Our emotions at times override logic- and we can be over-trusting and naive. At times we get hurt for this.
As I said, we can take to heart any negative presumptions aimed at us.

On the other hand, those introverts whose hearts have been made
cold by negative social experiences can really do harm to society.
Instead of using their gifts for societies betterment- they make themselves rich
and watch society suffer. They rape the values of society because society raped their innocence- eye for an eye.
Again its all because of our highly sensitive nature. We have to learn to survive in a world of extroverts.
We have to put on a shield most times to protect ourselves from the woes of the world. If we dont do this we can be mistreated- its a survival strategy. Some introverts can appear overly mean when deep down they're not. Some appear overly kind, when they would rather not share. Its tricky.They do this because we recognize that we have an obligation to the feelings others. We survive as introverts by being tricky, impersonating extroverts when we have to.

Not all introverts make it. Some commit suicide. Some get ruled by the negative side of their emotion
and become Schizophrenics and blame society by thinking people are out to harm them. Some do harm to the world using their brain as a weapon.
But while this is not to defend the wrong course of some introverts- the world is partially to blame for the misfortunes of fhese victims.

Let me say, extroverts on a whole can display introvert behavior, but to what extreme?We all tip on side of the scale or the other.

Some of the worlds greatest writers, musicians, artists, builders, poets, politicians and skilled people were introvert dominant which means they exhibited more introversion trait than extroversion.
I will tell you a few most notable people who I believe are highly introverted

Eminem, Lady Gaga
Barack Obama

All these are interests of mine, selected because of preference.

So the world can learn alot from introversion.Take the time to know us, understand us and you'll see we are loyal people. We dont hesitate to move. Showing an introvert some interest can go a far way. We take time to study people by observing them. We are silent but very talkative inside- our mental activity wont shut up. It wont take us long to come around once we know you.
 Its obvious the world needs to be more introverted. The world needs more people who are laid back, calm, kind, gentle and patient. Who think deeply about life and invent things to make society better. There needs to be a balance of the two types. Importantly, introverts need to be saved before its too late. An introvert who uses his potential for evil has some painful experience with himself. Help make our lives better. You need us as much as we need you.

Mythical_Poet

Big Fear

 My big fear.My biggest fear is failure. Failure is a state of mind.
 I dont like it. But sometimes I do taste it. But then I still dont accept it so I spit it out my mouth!
 I hate pity, I dont want any from nobody. I dont care.
 I dont like charity if its aiming directly at me so I avoid being in that position.
 God has given me a good head so I assure you I wont be on the street side begging bread.
 I dont like being broke so... I try to keep money around.
 I love it. If im hungry im gonna find it and spend it.
 I deserve the best things so dont look at the price tag on my watch. 
I dont mind what the preacher says-nothings wrong with money-- until its gone. 
You always need a little more, which begs the question; who doesn't like money?
 Money is everybody's insecurity. 
Besides my Mommy and Daddy I cant ever stretch my hand out to anybody. 
No. Cause im not a failure. I know better. If there is any sin that deserves punishment for those who commit- its poverty- which is broke. As in have nothing.
Ive always been independent so I work for what I want.
 Cause whatever I want I get, eventually- if I want it bad enough. I always find a way. 
The Good blesses those who help themselves. Peace

Mythical_Poet

Analysis of Madonna Girl Gone Wild pt 2

She keeps saying I have that burning hot desire, no one can’t put out my fire, here it comes. Its for these reasons why I’m led to believe that the fruit- is the fruit of sex, which is compassion and intimacy. You see the gays who are said to be gay flocking and mounting her because she displays the fruit of desire on her. And they are tempted by it. Typically, usually bad girls have this burning desire that attracts men and the only reason for that is – sex.

It is the reason why Eve ate the fruit first and not Adam- because that is the gift of the woman- Sex. Its only through the act of sex that the human population can continue. Sex is an emotion based thing that’s why women are more soft and gentle and warm.

The woman shared that gift with the Man but some women choose to make it a curse to allure men and to get there way. That is the message of this song. Ya

Analysis of Madonna’s Girl Gone Wild Song.

Analysis of Madonna’s Girl Gone Wild Song (with video)

(Please watch the Video before reading this Analysis)

Recently I got a chance to look at Madonna’s new video for her song ‘Girl Gone Wild’ and literally I was speechless. More because of her balls in using blasphemous statements towards God, the video is a kind of mockery toward religious conformity and an embrace to secularism and worldly freedom. She blatantly blasts any form of conformity to institutional religion (as we know her for) and encourages freedom of spirit in the name of fun. Well, I like Madonna and here’s why, not only because she is talented and gifted for music, which is an artistic field- it’s obvious this woman is given the gift of music; but more because as an artist myself (A poet) I can appreciate the creativity of other artists. I love art and I’m a deep thinker- at least I try to be.

For this song along with video I have decided to write an interpretation of my opinion on the message. Any video so bizarre has to be pushing some kind of sublime ideology to the viewers. So I will do my best and hope you enjoy the read. Literature is a form of art along with music (sounds), dance, visual, and the singing is poetry in case you didn’t know. Art has many forms and every good artist is trying to tell a story in his/her art. It’s as simple as that. In the video Madonna goes way back into history to tell a story behind the lyrics of the song- a visual explanation of the songs content. Listening to the song and the sound arrangement with the words you would say- this is a dance pop electric high energy club music for the young and energetic. You might even feel like dancing because of the heavy base and timed beats. No problem. But when you listen to the lyrics (the poetry) you are taking it a step further.

I’ll start with the most difficult part the video because of the complexity of the symbolism and religious connotations she draws to the present society. See the past is always being compared to the present because there is a relationship between the past and the now. This might be a long one- so put on your seatbelt. Madonna opens the video with few words, which set the foundation, she is representing the ‘Girl Gone Wild’, which could be your daughter or sister or whoever, more than likely its a young inexperienced girl. She says, 

“Oh my God I'm heartly sorry for having offended thee and I detest all my sins because I dread The loss of heaven and the pains of hell but most of all because I love thee and I want So badly to be good”

Now reading those lines, it might sound to you like a sincere prayer, but to Madonna, she does not mean it! It is sarcasm and mockery which is the same thing. She is saying the opposite of what she means or meaning the opposite of what she says. You only have to listen to her tone of voice and look at her non verbal facial expression to agree with me. She knows what she’s doing and she is not sorry. This is the foundation for the video. This really is a good girl gone Wild. She doesn’t care.

Next, I will focus on the visuals so blatant in the video and what they mean symbolically. While she is saying those words as if communicating with God, you see two men sucking on a fruit that appears to look like an apple (it’s very disturbing but an artist’s work nonetheless)- implying that they might be homosexuals (gays). But suck on an apple? The apple symbolizes lust of the eye or the forbidden fruit from Genesis and since the song is about A Girl Gone Wild- I have come to that assumption. The fruit of genesis was on the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. And God forbid man to touch, taste or even go near it.

Next you see Madonna going on her stomach like a serpent and twiling and slithering with represents a snake or lower beast. Skipping that, the next scene is a gang of men dancing very erotic to in ordered fashion. What stand out the most is the feminine posture of these men. They have the build of men but the curve of women at the same time- it’s very freaky! Could this represent the unity of the masculine and feminine as one energy? Others might say they are homosexual- that’s a possibility as well. The next scene is quick, Madonna is chained by four chains and dancing- this could represent religious or institutional social inhibitions of mental chains that restrain her physical movement.

The next thing you see is a firework of sparks shaped into a cross in which Madonna is standing in front. The men who are presumed to be gay, I don’t think they are gay. They hover over Madonna in a kind of worship and adoration like a child on a mother’s breast in a kind of intimate unity. The next scene is a naked man in front of a glass mirror whose posture represents very much the painting of Michelangelo creation of Adam. The scene is fast but worthy of note taking. He (could be Adam) is lying beside a mirror beating the mirror looking directly at himself. The mirror here too is symbol of man being made in the image of God of man and God being one. The man looks to be kissing himself and beating the mirror- it could be an act of loneliness. While he is doing that, the two men are lusting over the apple but not actually eating it. The man appears to be going crazy. Very deep.

Fast forward the video, the next few scenes you see a well sculpted man with a crown of thorns on his head representing Christ- obviously. The scenes flash a pose of Christ with is arms extended east and west horizontally- the famous scene of agony when he paid for the sins of the world. Madonna flashes the same pose in-front a sparked cross which some would say represents the Baphomet. You then see her tossling and wrestling with a huge snake representing a kind of struggle with evil or sin- because the Devil is represented as a snake, who is subtly and a deceiver. It could be the world. The final scene four drops of blood seeping from her eye- could be the innocence of her purity leaving her- her former life.

I have to come back to the apple while explaining the lyrics because it means something deeper. Its safe to say Madonna is representing Eve, here’s why? Before Eve tasted of the forbidden fruit she was innocent and pure, undefiled and obedient. Madonna obviously has tasted of the fruit evidenced by the lyrical content- she is describing an experience. Her eyes are opened and she is corrupted. She keeps saying, a good girl gone wild, a good girl gone wild, and girls they just wanna have some fun. But the fun she is referring to is innocent freedom in her eyes. The freedom of the world.  Its a club scene, a girl is dancing, its a new experience for her, guys are around- she’s having ‘fun’. Too much. Madonna says, the room is spinning in the speed of Tanquaray, im about to go astray my inhibitions gone away, i feel like sinning, you got me in the zone.

She keeps saying I have that burning hot desire, no one can’t put out my fire, here it comes. Its for these reasons why I’m led to believe that the fruit- is the fruit of sex, which is compassion and intimacy. You see the gays who are said to be gay flocking and mounting her because she displays the fruit of desire on her. And they are tempted by it. Typically, usually bad girls have this burning desire that attracts men and the only reason for that is sex.

It is the reason why Eve ate the fruit first and not Adam- because that is the gift of the woman sex. Its only through the act of sex that the human population can continue. Sex is an emotion based thing that’s why women are more soft and gentle and warm.

The woman shared that gift with the Man but some women choose to make it a curse to allure men and to get there way. That is the message of this song. Ya

Thoughts

You should be stronger than this. Be a man and stop whining, complaining about the mistakes of life
you should be stronger than this, you're not female, you're male, soldier, be stronger.
You have the power to get anything you desire, so move higher and keep keeping.
Life is not always a smooth road, with a light load so carry your bags, be bold.
Society doesnt dictate the way you live, make that choice and damn it- live.


The church cant bring you to God, but God can bring you to church. Life may seem like
its going nowhere, just remember nowhere one day began somewhere, and somewhere always leads to
something, so nothing is impossible. Life may make you feel alone, good, it love you. Nobody may seem
to care about what you are experiencing, just know everything is a lesson if you're open to learning.
You dont need a girl to make you feel 'good', feeling good about yourself and a girl will need you- you are man


You dont need the crowd, the crowd needs the crowd and the crowd needs you.  Without you, there would be no crowd
no march, no drums, no concerts, no shows. People need each other dont get me wrong, we all need validity
but be strong. Cause you cant please everyone at the same time, somebody has to get hurt.
And not everyone will be your friend. Some people were never meant to be in your circle.


Dont admire the parties of youth, they may look like fun, but everything comes to an end somehow.
Some things are better not said, some memories better left dead. Some people are not worth the time.
Like im tired of this shit, this mess, this garbage. Imma go down fighting, swinging, this life is mine for the taking
whatever I want, imma have, its time to start living.
I was never good at singing, but I cant write a decent verse, a hook, a rhyme, poetry to kill time.
My voice may be shit, but my thoughts are the bomb, my ideas are cake and my left hand is whats happening.



This one is really coming, I can feel the words escaping from my brain, this one is inspired.
Life is shit, im not holding back, its stupid, nonsense. Ive been alive for what, 24 years and I see it already. Heres
what I see. Ready?

Amm, The system is trying, but its collapsing. some Politicians are lying and so are some preachers. I have to say some because some are innocent.Teachers are slaving
trying to survive, nurses are working to keep others alive. Everybody is earning, some more than others,
time is flying like a bird, he wont come back. I think human beings try to do their best, nobody knows the answer or
the rest. Life has a time just like a test, the test is for you to do your best.
But heres the rest, only you can write the test, only you to score your best. But only God can mark the test
so dont copy or cheat for success.


Money is funny, it keeps people working and chasing and racing and living and dying, there is no ending to earning.
Money is honey for those who work hard but misery for those who cheat the game. You cant beat money it always beats you
cause when you put him in the center, theres little left for you to do. Ever feel like you dont fit in?

On some young shit, let me talk about the young cause i am young. Opportunities are scarce so take what you can
you wont be young forever, so dont feed problems to heart, or worries to fears, or trials to mind- let go- this is the
best time of your life. I say this because when I look around the town, I see people hustling and bustling, spending
 and earning, traveling and talking and busy. Everybody is trying a thing for a living. Taxis packing,shopps filling
police patroling,vendors selling, the streets is packed like a can and worked like a maid.
Everybody wants to get paid. Thats what I see,



What about the future? One step at a time, thats all I can say. The younger generation stepping, but space is running out
the line is long and the CD skips in the disc chamber, people are weary and let us see.

One thing is missing in all of this- LOVE, there is no love. We need more love, we need more unity
we need more cooperation. Thats the only way- thats the truth.





(to be continued)

Writing about Writers Block

The writers block got him fasting for words, starving for thirst like my pen wont spill this ink, this think of thoughts that brought mine gifts before. Sitting, thinking, not writing or climbing the mountain of my imagination- im out of breath. Mounting the thoughts of my height or height of my thoughts whichever is right or left of a flight ideas wont soar like a kite.

Writers block is a miserable sentence for any poet to experience, for he eat no words for breakfast, lunch and supper. He wears the same clothes, sits in the same cell, smells the same smell- he feels like going to hell. He cant invent any new word so he writes about writers block like words are stuck in space with no trace, no face- he lost this race.

He depresses when he fails to find fluent flows of fruitful words plently. He recesses when his pen pours puny poetry from pools of thoughts half empty. Hes sitting here trying to write a poem from nowhere waiting for ideas to come here, but the only ideas is sitting here contemplating about writing about waiting to write a poem and whats happening. Its confusing. Hes depressed and dont know why. But it will go bye bye.

Like its so crazy how words flow, how ideas come and go, like a clock set on ten o clock that repeats itself every day. Writers block is a wall inside his head needing breaking apart brick by brick until ideas flow rich and thick. Like its funny, my poem is about me trying to write a poem not being able to compose when until im writing about composing.

Like here I sit on top of a brick where the weather is hard and the wall is thick and nothing is coming so I guess ill be going without even knowing some feelings are showing, now misery is growing, am not allowing- I will turn my nothing into a something. For the best poems need some feeling, some water pains of feeding to to start growing.

For what is a poem without feeling, at least some rhyming, you can see im trying to make this poem work. Every writers hates writers block, for writers block is the writers clock telling the writer its time to stop, there should be no trying when finding of words. For when you try and try of words- the point is lost, sincerity unheard.

For now someone grab the writer out his dump, he needs a push to make his heart jump, his artery block will make his heart stop, for words pump dumb to wordiac arrest. He thinks and thinks, he thinks alot, but feeling got him stuck in a rut, a whole, a cage, his writers rage that goes and comes to turn his page. For only yesterday he wrote a good one without a blink, but today its hard to think. thoughts flown away

Theres no poem like writers block when ideas are stuck and out of luck, sitting back writing about writers block, here I go

I squeaze my heart for comfy words

I squeazed my brain but nothing came

I huff and puff to write some stuff

I drop my pen and count to ten

I feel like shit, I cant excrete

its nasty how these words could cheat

I feel depression kicking in

think fast my boy or you'll be in

I said wala, my writers clock

im writing about my writers block!

Mythical_Poet

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The Prayer

I think the rain is calling, I cry for it greater than drought, to watch the moth on the corners of my mouth. Of spring greater than fall. Of a mood greater than depression, of creativity better than selection. Of a love greater than death, of a brother other than Seth. Of the reasons for left over right. Of a gift for a curse. A poem more than a verse. to do the best not worse. Of courage instead of height, bravery instead of flight, wisdom instead of greed, will to quench a need.




(to be continued)

On the Daughters of Men

Oh lord, help a young man in trouble for his life. His mind takes no reproof anymore, his eyes use to care for the ways of his upbringing. He is in danger of shifting sand. He sees the daughters of men, a multitude of them, here and there and everywhere he goes and knows for his eyes have not grown to the age of dim. They are young and ripe like a fruit, his once childhood mind no longer lives to restrain thoughts of lord have mercy.

Daily he grows weary of wait, of departing the gate of his wisdom and rationale thinking by leaving sound doctrine on the lawns of his vacancy. Is it not for thy ever spirit within, this lad of age would have left the gates of thy watchful care eating the fruit forbidden from Eden bidden by the daughter of men who ponder my ways and pressure for plays on days when I think not of your ways, they stray.

Like who is he, let us see, of what his qualities be, oh suddenly my mind is fumbling, emotions bublings trapped in surroundings on groundings far from church buildings. As they say, who is he, his qualities not seen in these parts, he wont touch taste or feel our products of mass appeal- is this for real. His eyes stare through the soul and his heart and hands touch not what is his. I speak to them, like look on the daughters of men, their beauty surpasses what eyes can behold, their charm excites all the young men in town;and their demand is more than can supply for their expectations exceed what can be paid.

Their heart is on their beauty, kiss fill you like food,their embrace takes you to heaven and their smile warms like the sunshine. their walk is the walk of independence so they dont appear defenceless, they talk the talk of maturity, their body is firm within their flesh and they adapt the fragrance of many mixtures of flowers. They can poison and win the affections of their heart easily and only a man of God can escape from the camp of their dwelling
only the strength of true love can deliver, only a wise heart can discern- and so the artist lives to writes.
Only a fool will be caught in their trap, in the talk of their walk, in the lies of their eyes. They'll bring a man to ruin less they change their ways










I think the rain is calling, I cry for it greater than drought, to watch the moth on the corners of my mouth. Of spring greater than fall. Of a mood greater than depression, of creativity better than selection. Of a love greater than death, of a brother other than Seth. Of the reasons for left over right. Of a gift for a curse. A poem more than a verse. to do the best not worse. Of courage instead of height, bravery instead of flight, wisdom instead of greed, will to quench a need.




(to be continued)

A Psalm of the Poet- the philosopher pt 1

Verse 1
Lord of my life, my years escape like a thief caught in sight vanishing quickly like smoke clouds in windy sky far from birds eye view. What will my future be, what plans have thee in mind for me. Thy ever present love hugs this place, mine habitation from birth. From that day hath nothing but goodness and mercy been with me. Your thoughts are wind, actions like mountains, habits like rock of ages, effects of which seen but not understood. The cup of your ways are marvelous and ripe in all doings, splendid,  full of mystery and wonder yet empty of failure and broken promises.

Verse 2
Lord of my life, time is growing weary of wait like trees rooted in good soil, dying, im slowly moving up like clouds on a rear sky that I view from my window pane. The full moon cracks a hole in the sky smiling creating dreamy eyes as of older days long forgotten on ancient calenders, on summer days a younger me would see visions in clouds taking shapes of earth creatures below. Fantasizing of some unimaginable history, locked inside the world of mystery,my inner world, an amusement park, questioning the courtroom of life. So is the child that beckons me to come and play for time is skipping away.

Verse 3
Lord of my life, thy blessings are rich, and thy protection well guarded on all sides. Thy mercies are long and thy care enduring from head to toe. Thy watchful eye is as a mother with a birds nestling  just hatched unable to fly. Thy passing years are a quiet song, a same tune, a forseen victory. Thy insurance cannot be traced by witches and magicians casting spells of sickness on seas and tongues. Mine mouth shuts up the fury of mine heart from the greed of mine hunger, for thy food is health to my spirit and nourishment to mine steps- thy nourishment is good like milk, fattening like meat. But mine lust is wasteful and mine appetite destructive. All the ways of mine are cursed. Your spirit is shield me forever and ever. Selah

Verse 4
For you keep me within the walls of thy safety and within the gates of thy watchful eye; and say with tender love, dont cross the boundaries of the net or the limits of the shore for the sea is deep. Dont go beyond the border mark, dont venture into the wild or practice the ways of the heathen of the daughters of men. Stay, and you shall prosper.
But the affairs of mine heart are shifty, mine appetite juicy, mine age warm and mine sight undiscerning. For he said, dont eat of the fruits of forbidden daughters, who keep not their own virtue, but make a weapen of a gift and a curse of rich blessings- lest you die. Who seduce and capture, who are smooth and fair. Who cause men to war who be friends, reaping rich benefits from the spirit of their creation. Who are radiant like the rose, but drank of the poison of this world, deadly, who kill men with kisses, blinding them with the ropes of glittering charms. Who know not that the age of their glow is a short time.

Verse 5
For thy future is within mine eyes, a glorious celebration, to give you eternity and longer lasting pleasure. to keep you from the vain  party's of youth, from the poison of Tobacco, the tease of wine,, the hype of innocent madness and to protect you even in winter when the sun dies and age is cold.
But I say mine heart is furious at thy command, like a child I play with the boundaries of thy admonitions these eyes of mine see but little danger in thy warnings, and fear not of the pits for my heart has known no pain. You look down like a eagles stares down its chicks and snatches them into safety. I wrestled violently with thy love, a kick here, a kick there, my two fists for the angel in the dead of night, rolling and punching and squeezing and twisting and bleeding  down the earth but  inevitably I burst for thy strength is more than mine weak hands, my effects not seen on thee, I give in for drain has got me bound like chords, thy presence locks me down to tears and silently, haaa  exhaustion shushes to sleep.

Verse 6
You keep me wonderfully from the daughters of  heathen nations, of the children of men, of various cultures, estranged from your ways. Their daughters are wild and untamed, they circle me like a wolf circles a prey,like a lion attempts a catch, but magic waits afar off for thy presence is great with me and thy spirit exceeds. Oh lord the age of my youth will not be like the star, or sun or moon but be vanished before noon. The thought depresses like a sickness, the mood drains like a wound and the rain pours in the season of its time. The philosopher writes to quench the thirst of his heart and sings to lift his burdened soul. The poet composes words of lament and the musician plays on his flute. All these keep check from the tide of immorality guiding me to godly praise. My words are the words of the prophets of old, I comfort in thy voice. Cause thy gift of words and sounds is a power not known,  unfathomed like a chord of heavenly realms. Selah

Verse 7
I wait on thy promises silent with slow life. I gaze on the daughters of men, they are fair, their beauty exceed and their eyes pull like magnets, their voice is appeal, and their charms excite, they attract much. But you say, do not go close, dont even touch for they will bring you down to deaths door, steal the wealth from your eyes for their is danger in their step, stay far away and shine forth your wisdom- and they will take heed and say, here is man who will not be affecting by our charm and magic spell, he wont be seduced by our beauty, he wont fall a victim to our trap- he knows the God of heaven- we have no power over such. Who is he?

Verse 8
But I refuse to take counsel even knowing the better way. I say in mine heart fire cannot harm me and acid does not burn, poison does not kill, for time is on my side and strength makes me untouchable- who can stop me! Im alive. But yet I dont neglect the former words. I roam around and play with one or two, living the life of the brave one Sampson knowing ignoring the voice of my error. I say in my heart a little fun wont steal my life, still thy barricade of grace covers jealously from the missiles of a trap. This I know in my gambling ways. My evil strays.

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Be Strong (encouragement). Please Read!

To all my young friends, this one is for you especially. Listen up, there is a war going on and its very serious. Maybe you would have realized by now, if you're following  the news and observing your surroundings. Its real. There is lurking desperation in the atmosphere, poisonous enough to threaten the very air you breath.The war im talking about isn't the war going on in the middle east, its not the gun-men fighting across the island- its a war for your mind. Its subliminal. And its getting more intense day by day. The Devil has a riffle aimed at your head and hes spotting you through a scope. Its good to pray and read the Bible, but sooner than later those wont be effective. You have to start hearing God and talking to him. I know how crazy that sounds. But do you think Jesus read and studied the Bible religiously when he was on earth?He often would be alone and feel alone. Get use to that.Many people may not be aware of what is coming to this world, but I am, so I have to tell you.

The Devil is playing games, he's pulling your strings and everyone will be forced to make a move for them-self. I wish the nightmare wasn't real true. I really do. God actually brought this to my attention some years ago- otherwise I might still be asleep.Thats right. This fight is individual. Every soul is to be in the boxing ring with the enemy- cornered, and it will get worse. The smell of danger is everywhere, and it only takes for one to open his/her eyes to see the smoke. The war as I mentioned is individual meaning every man for himself- its like a survival type of game, fighting for your life inside a ring like a Gladiator- its freaky! There is nowhere to run, really.The devil doesn't want you to win obviously,- he wants you to die. But he cant kill you. He can only pull your strings from a distance.He wants you to self-destruct and give in. Dont! The only way to defeat him is to believe in God.  I know you hear that alot but its exactly how it sounds.The truth is nobody can teach you how to believe in God  except God. John 3:16 says if you really believe you are not condemned, you're immune to whats happening right now. If you dont believe- your a victim already. Its that simple. Only God can make you relax in a storm.

 I dont mean to preach, infact I'd rather not write on this subject, but I feel like I have to.
Here is the mistake you cant afford to make. Dont look at people you think might be lost and say they are lost. Dont look at people you see leaving the church and say- that one is gone for sure. Only watch yourself. Only God knows where you stand with him- you have to know in yourself that God knows best. So continue and dont give-in, I know that there are few jobs and opportunities right now - but thats not your fault!That is a lie from the pits of hell- to keep you from rising. Its all a test. Illusions are never real- remember that. The devil is desperately and literally trying to steal your material prosperity and keep you down on a slave level to rot. Take it however you want but the system is crumbling quickly- time is soon up. You only have to look at the conditions of the Education system to see! Everything has a limit. A chain can only take so much weight before it pops just like that.The older generation know this, some might even feel guilty. They see the young coming up for their spot, instead of welcoming, they push us aside like we are not the leaders of tomorrow.They too are scared of the future. The point is everyone must survive. And that is the issue right now in the world. But God always provides.Understand that the whole world is watching and many are waking up from sleep. Its very serious, if you dont know already. I think ill stop right here and let God do the rest. I'll end with the words of a poem I wrote just for this subject. Its entitled,

Be Strong

God says be strong

when times get hard

be strong

for it wont be long.

Dont give in to the pressures

of the crowds, 

stand firm in mind and be proud,

for it wont be long

so be strong.

In time all he'll reveal

so with faith add patience to your zeal

be strong, and survive you will.

 Peace be upon you.

Mythical_Poet
April 6, 2012

First Conversations

If I had one chance to meet God and ask him one wish this is what it would be-

Lord,make me wiser than Solomon
God says:- I see you dont waste any time. But I already gave that to him. I cant take it back
ok, then- Make me like you
... God says:- Now wait just a heavenly minute,you know that's impossible my son- you wont survive it! There is only one God. And thats me. There is no God but me. You better believe it. I am Alpha and Omega. Which is beginning and End. I just AM.
Wow he's so confident,ok, think fast- but I thought you said all things are possible?
God says:- yes I AM, but you cannot be the most high. Sorry! That's a little ambitious. You're barely 24 years old. Do you know my age?
ok no problem then- I have decided what I want
God says:- speak up
Am I fearfully and wonderfully made?
God says: Why dont be silly- there is only one you- Martin. YES! I would know I made you! I made no one else like you. You are special to me. Don't ever forget that.
Sometimes I don't think so (tears and sobs)
God says: Maybe I can help with that. Listen, you have to start seeing yourself for what you are. You don't have much time. Now what is your wish?
my wish is- Give me confidence in who I am!
God says: DONE. Good pick. And I knew what you were thinking all along. lol

How so?
God says: You know what you're thinking right now, don't it?
yes, ya
God says: So why would you think I wouldn't know? You make me laugh at times, good.
So, you are with me then
God says: You know the answer to that. Use your brain before its too late. I put everything you need inside it. Take care of yourself, you only get one. Remember that. Live good my son and make the gift count.

Thanks. I feel confident already! I see, there is only one me like there is only one you.

God says: Remember, I cant stress it enough there is only one you. Be who I made you, and nobody else. Don't change. That's the secret to your greatness.
Later, got to go
God says: Anytime. Where are you heading so fast?
I say: you know the answer to that. lol

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Another Conversation with God

On the subject of bullying, what does God have to say? Lets find out.

God says: My son, why do you look so sad?

Jones: Its nothing.Just some school troubles.
...
God says: Whatever it is, who told you that its nothing?Come on talk to me, what is it?

Jones:Just some person, who likes to pick on people.A very bad bully making threats.

God says: Oh, Whats his name?

Jones: Id rather not say, he'll come for me!Why do I have to bow to a bully?

God says: Listen, dont do that. Only bow to me, okay? Make peace with all men. But you must stand up for yourself. Dont let him do that to you.

Jones:But I have to turn the other cheek!Thats what Jesus said. Isn't that what you said? If someone offends, turn the other cheek. If someone slaps, turn the other cheek!

God says; Okay, I see, in that case let him beat you up black and blue and take away your money, food and reputation too.Infact why dont you give him everything and bow down every-time you see him. If you do that, then I'll bully you too.

Jones:What? how can you say that? This is serious.

God says; I know it is. I just want you to think.Look, lol it is good to be peaceful, but be a man about it.Its your right to exist.What do you think I would do?
Nobody messes with me.I turn cheek often but there's only so much I can take!Been picked on since creation. Look at the Egyptians. They messed up major league. I warned them, I warned them to let my people go!But no they wouldn't listen. So I had to show them who is bad, am I mean good. I didnt start it?What kind of God do you think I AM? I wouldn't be effective very long if I was soft. Would I?
God says: Some People have no respect for me. I gave them the world and they cursed me. I had to send a flood to take care of them properly. Yes?
You know, but I love them! Look at King Nebuchadnezzar, he thought he was the man, I had to make him eat grass like a vegetarian, lol. Ye.
God says: You have to survive, son. I made all men to survive, in any weather. Live and dont be intimidated.

Jones:Well you have a point. I'll try to remember that. I wont be intimidated!

God says;Thats my boy. Be brave like David. I wont blame you for that, ok?I promise, if you stand up, he will think twice before stepping to you.But do your best to make peace.
God says: It doesn't mean you're weak, if you run away or turn cheek. But dont let him violate your space.Make him fear you too. But start with the good news of Jesus Christ, amen.

Jones:Thanks for the advice. Bye

God says: And let me know how it goes. Hmm. Im not a bully, no. I am love.

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A Conversation between Lucifer and God (In a church)

Lucifer walks into a church to see God sitting on the front seat. As he approaches, his father turns around to view him. Satan takes a seat beside God.They stare.God begins the conversation.


God; What mischief brings you here today Lucifer?
Satan:No mischief. I just came here to think. Like everybody do. I am no longer Lucifer, remember.
I have many names nowadays. People call me all sorts of things.
God: Me too. Where have you been these last few centuries?
Satan: Why do you ask questions to which you know the answer.Well, I've been trying to undo evrything
that you represent.You know that! You kicked me out and threw me to earth.
Why did you do that?
God: And now, what are you doing with time now?
Satan: Im busy destroying those creatures you claim to love. But all because you allow me, no?
But Im just tired. No matter how hard you work some people will never appreciate.
God: Tell me about it Lucifer. They blame me for everything. I do good for them
and people dont respect me. My law is perfect. Creation was perfect.
Satan: No.They will blame you for the bad always. They just wont take responsibility
for their actions?I will spoil them. I advised you not to create man! Thats what we share: we both get blamed alot for our actions. They blame me for your mistake, I blame you for theirs, but do I do anything, anything at all without you knowing?
God: Hmm, I beleived in my creation. Man is my work of art. There is still hope for mankind Lucifer
Satan: No. Mankind has given up on you. They blame us for everything. Dont you see? You made me
wonderful and I have choosen to be what I am. Those creatures of yours are confused. They play little games
with their soul and hearts. They answer to themselves. They pass judgment on men. they dont need us!
God: Lucifer, why did you rebel against me? You were my perfect creation.Son of the morning, anointed Cherrub. What happened?
Satan: I am you.There you go again, asking questions.You refuse to give me MY rights. And so I take what belongs to me.But im tired of the war.
God: So why did you start it? You may have been a rebellious son.But you chose the path you wanted to go.You gave the world the gift of music.They love you for that. But I gave myself. Listen, my son, they wont appreciate you until you die for them.
Satan: Cheers. But there is no turning back for me. I know that. I cannot change my ways!
God: So AM I. I AM a God that lives forever. I will never change. Cheers.
Satan: Dont you see? I have choosen my way. But those creatures, we only live in their hearts. They use us
for convenience. Can you blame them? They do what they must to survive.
God: Speaking of survive, you know you only have a little time, right?
Satan; Yes, so does man. His days to rule on earth are numbered. Isnt that how you made it?
God: Hmm. Three score and ten.True.
Satan: We're more like brother, you and I. You need me, just as much as I need you. Admit it.
God: I need no one. I am ALPHA and OMEGA. I was here before the world. There is no God but me. I live forever.
Satan: But you do need me. We are the same. You have followers. And I have followers. You are king of Heaven.
But I am King of earth. They love you only when its convenient to them.
God: that is not true.Look at my servant Job, there is nobody on the earth like him.
(Job story)
Satan: I agree. Job does love you. But at the end of the day, man must choose his own destiny. I did.
God: I agree. That is the freedom I've given him. I  expect nothing less.
Satan: hmm, so who is Satan without God? I gave myself that name but im still Lucifer. And you are my father.You made me. You are my creator. Isn't a son suppose to be like his father? Your other son is perfect, but I left home a long time ago.
God: So let the people decide who they will serve, so be it. After all, they are the ones with the power. Though they dont all know it. Life and death is in their hands. I promised them life.
Satan: You gave them no such. Let them choose. What I offer is greater. Good and bad is in every man.You  know! You and I need each other like night needs day. like the sun needs the moon, like winter needs spring, like male need female. We're a team- we've made headlines.Every hero needs an villain to make him great. Im the one everybody loves to hate.
Every villain needs a challenger. Thats my opinion. But this I know they're only doin it for themselves.
God: In the end there can be only one Lucifer, and that is me. Man cant vote for both of us at the same time.your days are numbered. They will do what is right, I have hope and faith in them.
Satan: Hmm, faith? Without actions, its dead.As for hope, I'll never understand that. It annoys me, to my very core.You win some, you lose some. You have your team. I have mine. What is your point. There are casualties on both sides, come on! There is no hope for man.Its my time to have the throne.
God: That will never happen
Satan: But I have to ask you, before I go. How do you do it? Why do you persist in your ways. Man does not honor you.
God: I love one day at a time.  I love them one day at a time. Patience. Thats what its about.
Satan: You know something, for enemies, we agree on many points.So be it.
God: Then let us agree on this. Listen to the word of the most high. In the end it wont even matter. Every knee will bow, including yours. Those who love me will accuse you, those who love you will  hunger for me.All creation will be one.This is my word to you. I always get my way.

 (the story is deeper than you think)

Mythical_Poet
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Humpty Dumpty Nursery Rhyme

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall,
Humpty Dumpty had a great fall.
All the kings horses, and all the kings men
could not put Humpty Dumpty together again.



My Interpretation

First of all how did Humpty Dumpty get on the wall being so fragile? Humpty Dumpty was the only person on the wall we can assume. Humpty Dumpty was no egg but a metaphorical poem that must be understood on another level. It is possible that it was a political, economic and military system in Europe that fell apart. Humpty Dumpty may have been a king who rose to power and then lost power. Humpty Dumpty was a king who sat on a throne... this King had a great fall... the empire could not be restored because the king (leader) was fallen.

No Kingdom can stand forever as all fall sooner or later and is replaced by a new king or system. One system or way of thinking replaces the other as knowledge increases over time (technology changes culture and language)

If you can make a leader fall you can dismantle an entire organization.


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A 'Breakdown' of the Emperors new Clothes

The Emperor was a rich extravagant man who had a passion for fine wears. His desires made him drunk of the wine of stupidity and so became the target of con artists who sought to exploit a great and wealthy man. Like all Kings, he had a following of people, some common, few representatives, who worked for him. But the story is really about Hypocrisy and fear. Because nobody of all the kingdom decided in themselves to be honest and think critically they were all deceived even though they knew something was wrong. Fear blinded them from truth.Nobody wanted to stand alone and be true to their conscience because of fear of rejection.

Society is so much like this story. They say that one fool makes many; and nobody likes to look into things anymore but only to follow and not question what they follow. You can say that the people accepted the Emperors  New Clothes based on false faith because in reality they didnt see anything but were too coward to admit it. And Just like the emperor, their are many leaders in the world who mislead their followers through manipulation and fear. They make up lies and false stories which they themselves dont believe because they have a hidden agenda. They deceive the masses of people. And because most of the people have little knowledge and experience they discard common sense and follow illusions.

Luckily for those people there was a child among them who was innocent of fear and responsibility and care. He only saw the world as it appeared and he spoke the TRUTH. If anyone in that kingdom spoke their mind, they might have lost a job, position or wealth. The child had nothing to lose.

Remember this, a lie repeated long enough and accepted by many can become a truth- ignorance. There is power in numbers and the influence of one is far reaching

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Analysis of Lady Gaga Judas lyrics

The message is a serious one. I am particularly interested by this song otherwise I would not waste my time reflecting on its message. This analysis is of the artists’ lyrics with the aid of the video. I’m sure many of you must have heard about this song Judas especially if you’re a Christian it would be of interest particularly since the artist is indirectly sending you a message. The moral of the song is nobody is perfect so you dont have to beat yourself up (like Judas Iscariot, who killed himself) but only pick yourself up and try again. Also the lyrics contains different voices intended to give different perspectives (eg.the artist,  Mary Magdaline, Jesus, Judas- in that order ) but suitably for the artist who is a female the main voice is Mary Magdaline who is a common theme in most of her songs.

Many people of faith believe that there can absolutely be no connection between Christians and worldly people. Wrong! The Bible does say all have sinned and nobody is totally secure in God. Everyone has some form of insecurities and being truthful with yourself is the only way to solve the problem because hiding it from the world does no good to you.

It’s good if you pay attention to the lyrics because you can learn something from it. I hope you are not the type of Christian who closes his mind in an unreasonable manner from the world when the truth is you can learn alot from secularism-without being corrupted. Anyway what I mean to say is if the song has caught your ear  that’s probably because it’s designed to grab your attention.

But the message is  clear. Let me begin.

I’ll start by summarizing the lyrics since it’s the most important. Basically the whole poem is metaphorical and its context is of a spiritual nature. According to the video the message is told from the perspective of Mary Magdaline who according to the Bible was a famous prostitute who received grace when she met Jesus. Importantly it must be known that spirituality is an individual experience (even in worship) meaning its personal all the time therefore the artist is singing from a christian perspective about her personal struggle of faith and insecurities in a world filled with many paths.The artist is drawing similarities between herself and Judas (Judas, Juda-a-a, Judas, Gaga). It’s obvious she is in a state of self-doubt confusion as she cannot decide which path to follow even though she is a christian. She doesn't understand who she is or what shes about. She says she really loves God (Jesus is my virtue) and she wants to serve him but she also struggles with worldly things. Worldly people also try to do what is right with the light they have. The problem is she only has one heart and so she feels guilty about denying her faith (But Judas is the demon I cling to).  In actuality the song portrays a  betrayal or rejection of her catholic faith and a deep cry for help. That's my opinion

For you to understand the song you have to know who Judas is/was. In short, Judas Iscariot was one of the twelve followers of Jesus. You can say Judas was a business-man who saw an opportunity for profit. He had a change in heart when he was seduced by the devil (in the form of the priest and Pharisees) and betrayed Jesus for money (the world). I think Judas was insecure and overly selfish.In his mind he failed to meet the expectations of Jesus because of his own self condemnation. Now however you choose to interpret that is up to you.

But I see the message of this song as Gaga confessing that she is backsliding in her catholic faith even though she wants to be a good christian. She must have fell in love with 'Judas' betraying Jesus at some point in her faith. She says, (I’m still in love with Judas baby). She adds, “I’m just a holy fool o baby it’s so cruel but..”, as if to say she is trapped in a web of religious hypocrisy. It would help to do some research of the artist’s upbringing you will discover Gaga was a victim of institutionalized religion. As a catholic girl under a strict discipline she felt confined in expression of her sexuality (as a woman) denying herself many freedoms unjustly. Gaga even mentioned in an interview that while growing up she felt terribly insecure mostly because she was bullied at school.Hence she was forced to see God as unforgiving and any sign of rebellion as disloyalty to God. Bear in mind that she was under what some would consider a false religion with many errors (read about the catholic church)and that she was only a child when she entered the catholic church.

Sooner than later Gaga   recognizes she has a problem with her spirituality and relationship with God. On the one hand she desires to do good and following Jesus, and, on the other hand she is tempted to venture into her dark side because of the pressures from the world. It was her lack of perfection in 'her eyes' that led her down a path of self condemnation. She says,"I’ll bring him down, a king with no crown". Impatient, she leaves the church in her sincerity (not her faith in Jesus) to appeal to her carnal side. If you read your Bible you would know that Jesus is the king she is talking about. Jesus had no earthly crown or materialistic wealth because he became like a servant- hence the term the servant king.  He was natural and simple.Whereas we see Judas did the opposite and lifted himself up when HE SOLD OUT! The Bible does say the love of money is the root of all evil. The artist is indirectly saying that she sold out of her faith for what she saw as more fulfilling. (doesn't this remind you of the prodigal son?) (I could be wrong)

Judas, the disciple, was the man who brought Jesus down. But it was not a surprise to Jesus because he was suppose to die being the perfect one according to prophecy. We see a few oppositions here. Jesus was perfect. Judas was not. However as I recall Judas was not the only disciple to betray Jesus.  Peter also betrayed Jesus by denying him 3 times. What does that tell you? Compare that with the prodigal boy who left and the one who stayed home. Still dont get it? In the end which son was better? None of them!! They were both the same. 

But now it gets more serious. According to the lyrics she knows what she is doing is WRONG but continually makes excuses for it. She states, "In the most biblical sense I am beyond repentance...". As Christians we know that you cannot go beyond repentance unless you commit the unpardonable sin. The unpardonable sin is blaspheming (speaking) against the holy spirit. She continues, "Judas kiss me if of-fenced or wear ear condom next time". According to that first line, in her mind she thinks that because she  keeps on making mistakes she cannot be forgiven by God. She believes that her flaws and imperfections are signs that she is condemned of 'God'. But God already knew that she would make those mistakes, "In the cultural sense I just speak in future tense..".


Remember that Jesus Christ was flawless. He did absolutely no wrong. Hence in the eyes of Judas, Jesus' perfection was a mockery because he could not attain the level of perfection that Jesus was on!Come on, why do you think he became a follower of Jesus? Pure admiration, because Jesus was what he wanted to be like.



Remember that after leaving her catholic faith even though she was exposed to other worldly views she still had some knowledge of the truth. Also bear in mind that a function of the holy spirit is to convict you of truth.If you are a true christian you should know what I mean.

It is possible Gaga learned about the truth  sometime time after she left her faith but still that was not enough for her. She was a christian yes but not in totality.

The actual meaning of the song is that she is in love with money and pleasures despite the rules of her strict faith. The problem for her she keeps coming back to it (her faith)- she can’t escape it. She claims to have found a way to make herself the only point of reference between right and wrong by uniting her good side (catholic faith) and bad side (selfish love of pleasure). She accepts her good and bad experiences for her own benefit
. So, what does she do?
She ABANDONS her faith realizing it cannot save her anymore and embraces her new experience and walk being neither too good nor too bad. ACCORDING TO THE ARTIST IT’S ALL ABOUT SELF JUSTIFICATION BY FAITH IN SELF, SELF FORGIVENESS AND SELF AWARENESS OR SELF ACCEPTANCE OR BEING YOURSELF simply put. OTHER THEMES INCLUDE FREEING YOURSELF FROM FEAR AND EMBRACING THE GOD IN YOU and AFTER ACCEPTING YOURSELF YOU MUST ACCEPT OTHER PEOPLE TOO. With her new found freedom from institutionalized religion she uses her talent (music)to help other people with similar experiences like hers

But if I can say a final point, sometimes in life when you try to do the right thing evil presents itself in the form of people who criticize your intentions for doing good (Jesus Knew all about this because he was innocent).You can never be perfect in the eyes of society. And most times when you do ‘bad’ things you get away with it (if you are not caught). (Judas knew about that).  All that means is nobody is perfect. So why is their hypocrisy in religions?And if Jesus was crucified for being perfect it shows that you dont have to hide your imperfections from God. You can only become perfect when you really begin to recognize that you are not . That means learning from your mistakes. And if your not then others are not also.

See Judas was a snake who appeared to be perfect to others but was really hiding his true nature. The only person who wasn't deceived was Jesus (cause somehow he could identify with Judas-"do what you have to do').So was Cain who tried to hide his imperfection by offering God things that looked good. So was the Prodigal son who stayed home under a pretense of serving the father.

In the end verse, the 'something' that is pulling her away from loving Jesus are her insecurities. She doesn't know what they are or much about them (its something)  as most times our insecurities are hard to understand because they are covered up so deep we react in a kind of desperate mindless manner. It could be some past  negative experience, some past pain or hurt. Whatever the case,  it is 'her demon' that takes control of her life as she is unaware of why she acts the way she does.

Isn't the first step to being saved acknowledging what you are?- A HOLY FOOL (A religious person who is not perfect  YET)

Think about this- the beginning of security is learning to laugh at yourself, realizing that no one is perfect.

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Analysis of Lady Gaga Alejandro lyrics (only)- part1

Once again I am taking the time to analyze another song of the pop artist. Like the latter, the message in this song is a serious one not to be taken lightly. My hope is to shed some light on the subliminal message of this song so you may see the implications of the content.

I was particularly interested by this song’s lyrics but will not dive into the video because of the controversy it carries pertaining to broad views and multiple visual imagery. I’m sure many of you have listened to this song Alejandro especially if you’re a Christian its implications are far reaching. I won’t waste any time but get to the point of the message in the lyrics.

Like the latter, this song has a spiritual connotation unique to the artist but which may be understood by all people of faith. I earlier mentioned the fact that the song is purely subliminal; subliminal simply means it may be understood below conscious perception. The purpose for a subliminal message is so the severity of the content will not awaken the conscious mind which is responsible for reasoning and logic. In addition, so that the seriousness of the message might not appear ‘awkward’ so to speak- thus it contains lots of creativity in its deliverance.

Basically the song is about God. It is about the artist’s relationship with God through her religious faith. It is highly symbolic and just like the previous song Judas you see that she is in a state of confusion, torn apart by a conflict of interest. Plus, there is the related theme of betrayal and rejection. The opening line says, “I know that we are young and I know that you may love me but... I just can’t be with you like this anymore, Alejandro”. Internal conversations and struggles has led her to declare that she is no longer interested in her catholic faith because of the hypocrisy to the point she is in a rebellion of the teachings and unsatisfactory state of her religion because it cannot change her affections. My opinion of the quotation.

One internet commentator believes the song is about  mourning  the death of the artists innocence, because with experience comes pain, insight and wisdom. It could be a constant struggle between light and dark, good and evil, right and wrong and the irony of their relative closeness. He concludes with the point that society is always at war with minority groups in a hypocritical manner and all this in the name of a just and holy God. Gaga rejects that type of religion.

Importantly, the whole song appears to be about a conflict she has between two lovers in which she cannot have both but must choose one. By all means she only has one heart and she must decide who she is going to serve. But in actuality the struggle she is experiencing is not between two mates, rather, the teachings of her faith and that of the world. I like the opinion of the internet commentator when he said it was her innocence that had died. I might add also her religion could not protect her from the realities of the world so she takes responsibility for her own situation by accepting the harshness of life-SHE MATURES.

She refers to herself in the relationship she has with her first lover as, “she’s got a halo around her finger around you”. The halo around her finger is a ring which she hides in her pocket so that nobody would see it (she's got both hands in her pocket). The ring represents her relationship and marriage with God. A halo is a ring of light that surrounds someone who is considered holy in the catholic faith like saints for instance. But Gaga is no saint nor does she pretend to be one any longer. Therefore the holy one she is implying would be God who has light around him. Unable to meet the expectations of that relationship, she divorces the former and turns to another ‘lover’. She says of the other lover, “you know that I love you, boy hot like Mexico rejoice”. Even though she recognizes the fact that she has rejected her first love, the ‘true love’, or the true faith, from the world, she accepts that she has become  infatuated by another lover- Lucifer! I won’t get into the history except to say he was once a spirit of light who pleased God, but turned from God because of- dissatisfaction.

Gaga refers to him as hot like Mexico rejoice. The term “hot” used here would be symbolic of fire or heat in which she is describing her ‘boy’ or lover- it is actually as ‘hot as hell’ which is the prophesied destiny of Satan or the image associated with the devil who once used to praise God before he fell. She continues, “at this point I gotta choose nothing to lose”. By saying those words she implies she is at a cross-road, a crucial point, and must choose between compromising her faith or the things of the world.

The hook of the song is the main theme. It is a shout of liberation from a mental state of doubt and confusion. It exclaims a freedom from mental slavery along with a deep internal struggle between the dark and light and it is all because of a perception or picture of 'Alejandro'.It appears that the burden is so great that she releases herself from any ties to her faith and God. You must try to understand that while she is singing these words out loud for poetic emphasis- it is actually a declaration of her state of mind that would reflect her worldview more than anything else. It is psychology.

The hook says, “Don’t call my name, Alejandro
                          I’m not your babe, Fernando
                          Don’t wanna kiss, don’t wanna touch
                          Just smoke one cigarette and hush
                          Don’t call my name Roberto”

It’s very interesting she mentions three different names here, don’t you think? If Alejandro is the name of the song, who is Fernando and Roberto? They are other names for Alejandro. And since Alejandro is referring to God Fernando and Roberto would imply the Holy Spirit and Jesus who are the same as God. The catholic faith stresses the trinity in their teachings. A breakdown of the hook she is saying,

Leave me alone God, I’m not your child Jesus, I don’t want to repent and ask for forgiveness, only to quiet my conscience and break free from an oppressive state of mind. She is saying these words through an experience, a false perception or understanding of God. The message  cannot be explained any clearer than this


(Will continue in part 2)

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Analysis of Lady Gaga bloody Mary

This is yet another controversial song from the artist Lady Gaga.  However, just like the previous songs I’ve analyzed, this one is religiously symbolic as well. It was also  tough to interpret so you need to have an open mind.

The title of the song is Bloody Mary  and the entire message is a kind of riddle. It is not entirely straight forward but contains allusions between Mary Magdaline and Bloody Mary  that must be decoded.  But first you must know what a bloody Mary is. According to Wikipedia, “bloody Mary is a ‘ghost’ or witch featured in modern American folklore”. In essence it is a folklore illusion tale that is played as a sort of game in front of a mirror where she is said to appear when you call her name three times. According to research, bloody Mary was also a name given to an English queen,  Mary Tudor, who lived in the 16th century that was said to have restored Catholicism to England through persecution of dissenters. But I dont believe the song has anything to do with this queen.

So bloody Mary is folklore. Folklore is a mythical story that is traditionally passed down from generation to generation through word of mouth. Now what I am about to discuss are the lyrics of the artist and my opinion on them.

The artist is implying that there is more to the story of Jesus than is seen or understood and that you must look behind what she calls bloody Mary- the illusion of it all, and see the reality.

Firstly, the song mentions prominent figures like Pontius Pilate (when Pontius comes), Jesus Christ (to kill the king upon his throne), Mary Magdalene (I’m ready for their stones). Gaga is singing from a Mary Magdalene perspective, one of the followers of Jesus that was not talked about much.  

Basically, Mary Magdalene is singing about her relationship with Jesus Christ not as a mere disciple but on an intimate level, not sexually but spiritually. The innocence, playfulness, kindness and purity of Jesus touched Magdaline soul. She says in the songs opening lines, “love is just a history that they may prove and, when your gone ill tell them my religions you”. She continues, “I’m ready for their stones”, Mary Magdalene was a prostitute who was condemned by society because of her immoral lifestyle just like a sinner is condemned for breaking the law. However, when she met Jesus things changed because she received forgiveness and he did not condemn her. This is important to note.

The next few lines are difficult to decode because they imply many things.  She says, "Ill dance dance with my hands above my head like Jesus said..im gonna dance, dance together". It could be symbolic of her happiness and joy because of the pardon and grace she received. In addition,the dancing and playfull communion would be symbolic of the freedom of the relationship she had with the Master. This is also symbolic of the kind of love expressed for her, as the only woman she felt special.

She also says, “I won’t cry for you, I won’t crucify the things you do, when you’re gone ill still be bloody Mary”. It appears that Mary Magdaline came to accept the fact that Jesus was going to die and she was ready. I believe she was able to appreciate the prophetically designed destiny of Jesus more than the other disciples. In other words she accepted Jesus as the savior through the time spent in her relationship with him because of what he did for her.

Furthermore, she says she won’t deny or persecute (crucify) his good works. This simply means she has accepted forgiveness from Jesus

She also mentions, “Forgive him before he’s dead”. I take this to mean, as a former sinner, she was able to see the value of Jesus immediately before it was too late. However, she refers to Pilate as a PUNK because he didnt have the guts to stand up for Jesus even though he knew Jesus was innocent.


The interpretation of the song is actually about the feminine energy that is important in the cycle of life. In actuality the whole song is about the value of women, women  are  more resembling of life than they are given credit for. In another verse she mentions of women, as saying, “We are not just art for Michelangelo to carve. He can’t rewrite the agro of my furied heart”. This implies the treatment of women as more than physical objects of possession

History says Michelangelo is known for his paintings of women in nude. The only thing is that he portrayed women as having masculine features all the time which aroused suspicion as to his sexual preference. He was also labeled anti- feminist, homosexual, pro-masculine and that he believed in male superiority.

The song is deep and I like it because the message is good. In a sentence the song is saying that men should treat women as not just fantasy, but with respect, and their opinion counts because men and women are equal.

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Going through Changes

Please hear me out I’m not dropping your class you see  but there's something that's got to be done. I’m just going  through the changes like you said I would. That's a requirement for passing with a very good-  grade. I look in the mirror nowadays and I see that you were never, ever, far from me. So if I don’t return home soon, well,you may know the place where I stay, far far away and where exactly to find me.  You didn’t say it would be easy, but you did offer to teach me, all things,

I’m learning fast! I think. And so I now remind myself, yours sincerely, my dearly.  Im going through the changes. Its all good, you understood, no worries, cause when I move you move just like that!


Martin Semugeshi
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Something to think About

Come to think of it I never really cared when the world was going to end until I became a little older (couldn't care less ).The reality is the worlds ending for so many people everyday like random  mathematical numbers. Have you ever tried to put yourself in the shoes of those people you see on television or hear about through some rumor and imagine, imagine it was you who were unlucky or lucky depending on how you look at it and where you stand with God.Im just saying its funny that everyone wants to go to heaven but nobody wants to die.

Of course death is an uncomfortable experience that people shouldn't have to go through but its not the only experience is it? Is it not also true that when people die some remain here? I see Christians die. I see Worldly people die. Whats the difference?  Life has no favorites. As you progress on the journey of life maybe you're already beginning to think that your not so special. Good, your waking up.  Do you think those people knew when it would be 'lights out' for them? I dont think so. Probably not.

In the meantime I assume THE WORLD WILL END WHEN I DIE, lol, just like for others. I cant see anything beyond that cause that day or hour I dont know, only God does.Why worry about something as uncertain as that? Cause even though Im his son I must be ready or be left. Being ready in any situation means that you 'know'  about the inevitable and prepare for it so there are no regrets. And the more you live the more you'll see that something is messed up in the picture and you will want to do something about.

Which one of you thinking to travel to a far country would go to the Airport and forgot his ticket? Much worse, the passport!That not smart.  How would you feel if they said the ticket you purchased is non refundable and the plane is leaving in TEN. Ouch...!!

How fast can you run home to get it?

Yet this is what happens in life everyday. Have no regrets

(something to think about)

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What do you say?

Right here is an interesting discovery more like an ongoing story that has never been told. Because words could not find the voice to express it so the thoughts kept it.

God Made Lucifer, no doubt. Lucifer became Satan, fine. If God made Lucifer then Lucifer works for God, true. God tells Lucifer what to do because HE is THE "world-boss", lol. Okay, so, if God sanctions everything Satan does, why are we so upset with him? Satan this, Satan that, Satan what! God made man, right? Man is the "world-boss", on earth, correct? So how does Satan have ...power over man? You allow him. Lets go again! Can God destroy Satan? Yes. Can Satan destroy God? No! So who are we; we can be both. Its either we control what we do, think, speak or we are controlled by the same. As captains  of our own ship we must each take control of our lives or else we leave ourselves open to attack and other influences.When we have this control nothing on earth can move us in a direction we dont desire. And we can only have this control through 'wrestled' experiences. We have to let go of FEAR by acknowledging that we dont know. We are not perfect. At some point in time some unfortunate experience will FORCE you to believe or be left. At noon the sun shines the brightest. At midnight the sun is nowhere to be found.  Light and darkness keep taking turns- that is just how God made it. Accept it. We are Gods, we are creators, we either give life or we take it- but it all comes back to us. Its simple but it takes faith. God is blamed for bad things. The Devil is blamed for bad things. Its a really strange coincidence if you think about it. Its as if nobody wants to take responsibility but only BLAME. Maybe the only thing man fears is himself. You ever wonder what God and Satan have in common? They both get blamed alot for what they 'do'. What do you say?

God created a perfect world- he is blamed for its errors. Satan destroyed a perfect world- he too is blamed for its errors. But who did God put in charge of the Garden? Find him and arrest him!

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Martin Semugeshi, M
Sabbath 21 Jan 2012

The Story of the three Hebrew Boys

Taken From Daniel Chapter 3

Firstly, the main characters of the story are, Nebuchadnezzar, the three Hebrew Boys, Public officials (Governors, Judges, police, bank operators, doctors, lawyers, teachers, artistes etc). All the members of society workforce were in the gathering. The three Hebrew boys were merely students, they weren’t professionals, they never had a big post or title- they were just simple recruits- novices. They were taken from their country and brought to a strange land with different culture, language, people and norms from their own.

Every detail of this story is highly symbolic and not literal- let me be clear. It seeks to express a deeper reality, therefore the scenes depicted is merely inflated hyperbolic language- exaggeration. No literal fire was there- thats what scares most people. If that was the case, who would be so reluctant to go into a fire willfully without thinking twice- be real. Would you do that?

The three Hebrew boys represent the Godhead-father, son and Holy Spirit. Three in one all equal and inseparable qualities of God. The father is the eternal spirit- he lives forever. The son is the manifestation of that spirit which is “holy”. God is holy! You need to understand that. He is called “holy spirit” because not all spirit is “holy” .some spirit is “evil” spirit, ok.  But man is the decider of which spirit he wants. You need to understand that man without Gods spirit is like an animal the most deadly kind- there is no control for such but death. God knows this- man may or may not. A beastish creature is man, sooner or later it will come out- you ever watched the HULK? Very important to note.

Also take these concepts into consideration,  thought, word(spoken) and action ; past, present and future=1.  The past affects the present. the present determines the future. Time is a continuous never ending cycle. Its deep isn't it? All this is determined by choice. Listen, I tell the truth,I never like Mathematics in high-school, hated it, but if you're gonna understand Gods word you have to love Mathematics and English- cause the Bible is riddled with Math and Poetry. I call it Mathematical Poetry, lol. If this dope doesn't make you high- dont know what will. Anyway, God is a Mathematician among his many vocations- its clear!

Remember that the central theme of the Bible is Christ- the whole book from Genesis to Revelation talks of Christ, Christ is not Jesus! Christ is a spirit, that Spirit is God Himself who was there from the beginning and spoken of by the prophets as the perfect spirit to come (future tense). The prophets were not perfect men, but they believed in a perfect one. A perfect way of living. Jesus the man was chosen to have that title; he did not own it that’s why he said he does nothing of himself. The honor and glory of God was given to him and he wore it as an example for all who would wish to be like God. Amen! Back to the story.

The three Hebrew Boys did not bow down to the Golden image or statue which is representative of a system or a way of doing things. This way was not Godly, it was ignorance and fear- mass deception! Because everyone fell down nobody was brave enough to stand up. The image was a reflection of the mindset of the people; it was a way of looking at the world, it could be cultural, moral and ethical laws of a time and place. The fact they all bowed meant they all had the same mindset culturally and morally. It was a lie accepted by the masses that became reality. But God is a God of wisdom and knowledge and understanding and counsel- he doesn’t change for nobody.

His thoughts are not our thoughts and his ways are not our ways. You cannot kill God, nor can you tempt him. Three Hebrew boys were thrown in the fiery furnace that was heated seven times hotter. Seven (7) is the number of creation and perfection.  Stay with me.In actuality God was thrown  into the furnace because- society condemned him and blamed him. But he was not consumed because he is a spirit. Remember the story of the burning bush?

Our trials test us but they do not consume us. We are thrown into fires everyday metaphorically speaking; but we are not burnt or destroyed completely because God is with us, he lives in us. Trials are there to perfect you-live and learn. The story is actually about you and your experience- it is personal. Jesus came to rescue you only! You and God are one, just like Adam and God were one- sin will try to tell you otherwise thats why you must believe Jesus. Back to the story.

Importantly three people were thrown into the fire, but one was added who was not thrown in! Where did he come from and who was he?  God is one. It is simple mathematics- 3+1=4. 4-1=3.

The fourth person was Christ. He was always here. He is the standard of truth and righteousness. God was always here. Wisdom was always here- read Proverbs. But you have to search for it like Gold, thirst for it like water or else you will not find it. Once you find it-once its given, you wont bow to every and anything, your secure.

Three and one are the same representation of God. But the story has a message. The entire book is riddled with mathematics and English. Every number in the book stands for something- it represents a symbolic theory- don’t take it for granted. In this case three is God. Seven (seven times hotter) is the weekly cycle of creation. When God made man, he made Adam like himself, he has the ability to think and do. But man is dust, he sinned by the choice he made, correct? Man is also God, if he chooses to exercises his divine nature. Man is really a divine being on earth. Man is not forever- he has a time. But he can live forever because of that eternal spirit- too deep? The Bible says to all a time is given for God created time.

Our trials make us perfect. They either kill us or make us stronger. We accept the consequences of them (choices) thats how we grow. In life you either lead or you follow, stand alone or fall. You cannot not make a choice.

The choices we make determine where we go in life. We are responsible for the choices we make, not God. As intelligent beings God does not interfere with our choices but he does rescue us when we are persecuted for them at times. He helps those who help themselves and at the same time saves those who cannot help themselves. Not those who will not try- there' s a difference. But you must believe in something, everybody does. In life you will be forced to believe something or fall for anything, you cant follow and hide in the crowd forever, and thats your responsibility- its your soul. You only have one soul!

Dont confuse yourself with the story- it was never meant to confuse you- it was designed to make you think. The entire book is a repeat of similar stories told over and over in different ways using different scenarios. There is nothing new. This story can easily be compared with Noah and the ark, Daniel in the Lions Den, Joseph in Egypt, the Prodigal son, Moses and Joshua (choose ye this day). Especially the prodigal son!

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