Life In Technicolor ii - Coldplay - Full Color

 Psalm 100

 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.
²     Worship the Lord with gladness;
    come before him with joyful songs.
³ Know that the Lord is God.
    It is he who made us, and we are his^[a];
    we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

⁴ Enter his gates with thanksgiving
    and his courts with praise;
    give thanks to him and praise his name.
⁵ For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
    his faithfulness continues through all generations.

You'll get a kick out of this hilarious video. It's obvious these four guys are having the time of their lives.

Black and white photos are cool to look at; an important tool for artists. Technicolor however is a more accurate description; e.g. a black and white advertisement of a Caribbean resort hotel wouldn't help with time shares. A full color Ad, of the same resort, showing the radiant sun, blue water, sandy beaches...technicolor to the highest resolution, could potentially triple sales.

This is a perfect metaphor of life in Christ.
Black and white is a picture of life, but technicolor is the fullness of life.

A relationship with the Lord is to know the true essence of joy, peace, and happiness. Salvation is like waking up from the grey to a new world of color.

Nurture your relationship with Christ. The world around you could benefit from your radiance and color.
You are not invisible like the pale shadows of others; you are salt and light with a splash of pizazz. 

Oh love, don't let me go  

Won't you take me where the street lights glow? I

 could hear rain coming, I could hear the sirens sound  

Now my feet won't touch the ground

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Talk - Coldplay - Resolution

Amos 3:3

King James Version (KJV)

Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

It was reported that years ago the multi-instrumentalist & drummer Will Champion walked out on the band for over a week. Chris Martin, a non-drinker, was so upset, that he became highly intoxicated. 

An episode such as this could very well be the inspiration for the hit song... "Talk".

Misunderstanding, disagreements, and frustration between individuals is common. Maturity is knowing how to navigate through these arguments to a peaceful; agreeable resolution.

You may notice that compromise is not an option for some people...and that's unfortunate. Pride and the unwillingness to admit wrong doing has been the death of many many great ideas and movements.
Come on...somebody say, "my bad!"

When it comes to harmony and success...everyone must be on the same page; working toward the same goal. When tempers or arguments spill over and threaten the good thing you have going, perhaps its time to...TALK.

Coming to an agreement requires discussion. Discussion requires patience; Patience requires love... in allowing each other, as well as yourself, to share...without judgement...without tempers; seeking a positive outcome.

James 5:16
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed.

Its important to note that confessing your OWN weakness and sin could be just the right tone for a productive resolution. Airing out offences begins first with an examination of your own heart...and... to trust another with their evaluation of you.
OOHH...That can be tough.

Try this.
Agree that each will share a personal struggle or vice, with complete honesty.
Then...share a vision or dream. You will be encouraged by the presence of unity that will appear.

Agreeing & Confessing will lead to a WIN  WIN

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Viva La Vida - Coldplay - Abundant

John 10:10

New King James Version (NKJV)

¹⁰ The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

Viva La Vida - Live the Life

According to the words of Jesus there is only one life to live and that is the abundant life in Him.

The apostle Peter says that God has rescued us from the "empty way of life". That is the description of life without God and without hope or future...empty.

Regardles of what you believe about God, salvation, or eternity, you only have (1) one life; its happening right now.
So...what are you doing with this life you have?

I meet so many young students that choose to ignore and even run from anything spiritual.
Its their impression that doing the "Jesus thing" would interfere with their dreams and plans of living a FULL life.

I have good news for you.
God created this world and He wants you to enjoy a full and meaningful life too.
The means in which He has provided...for the abundance of life...is through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Lord is "The LORD".
As the author and creator of this life and eternity, its impossible to know the fullness of living without Him !!

He does'nt hold you down...He sets you free.

He's the author of Viva-La-Vida.

1 John 5:11
And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son

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B Side...The world turned upside down - Coldplay - and right side up

Isaiah 30:21(NIV)

 

Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears

will hear a voice behind you, saying,

"This is the way; walk in it."

Ooooh...that's a Big - O

...."Uh...we just say Bingo"

Don't you love this verse...

                                         a voice behind you...



Those who know the Lord have a tremendous help and advantage. God speaks to us

quietly; in our conscience; in our heart...and we emerge confident and victorious.

We're part of a bigger plan

Don't know what it is 365 degrees
 
I am a puzzle, you're the missing piece

To write your name in the summer sky
 
Life has really only just begun

Life that comes

And everything under the sun


365 degrees?

I called my smart friend and guess what?...there is no 365 degrees.

But there are 365 days a year.

That's the gist of Coldplay 365...following Christ everyday. (freaky huh)

And the life that comes...? Consider this your promise of eternity; to those who love Him. 

He really will set your world, your eternity...RIGHT SIDE UP



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Princess Of China - Coldplay & Rihanna - Anger

I Corinthians 13:4-7 & 13

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. ⁵ It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. ⁶ Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. ⁷ It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres...13...but the greatest of these is love.

Note to self: If you beat up girlfriend...
you might have a song written about you...
that climbs to #1 on the charts.

Hey, listen to me...violence is for the weak.
Character, integrity, and self-control are powerful attributes to posses.
Aggression or anger is a symptom of NO strength or control.

Its a discipline that must be brought to mind EVERYDAY

[Rihanna:]
Once upon a time, we burned bright
Now all we ever seem to do is fight
On and on...
And on and on and on...

Could of been a princess...you a king. Could of had a castle...

Violence will bring you no good thing. Violence toward your beloved...is insane.
Whether it's your parents, siblings, loved ones, or close friends, violence toward them uncovers a deep and dark spiritual problem.

Share your pain with someone...TODAY...; regardless of what end you're on.
If its the perpetrator, share your frustrations with a skilled counselor or pastor that can teach you how to conquer anger. Most importantly, as the receiver, tell God ALL your worries...and speak to someone in authority about your abuse.

Its not all about anger management...its about learning the greatest of these...LOVE... and and how to show it.

Could've had a castle, and worn a ring
But no, you let me go

And stole my star
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la [x3]

The Morning Star can restore what is broken.
Talk to Him...for He cares for you!!!


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Coldplay- Spies - Fear

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
²     He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,³     he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths
    for his name’s sake. ⁴ Even though I walk through the darkest valley,^[a] I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. ⁵ You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

This is a great song about fear and how it can deceive us. Here's part of the lyrics.

I awake to find no peace of mind
I said, how do you live as a fugitive...

And the spies came out of the water
But you're feeling so bad cos you know
But the spies hide out in every corner
But you can’t touch them no
Cos they’re all spies

And the spies came out of the water
And you’re feeling so good cos you know
That those spies hide out in every corner
They can’t touch you no
Cos they’re just spies
 

Notice the line change from the first chorus to the last?

Check out the complete lyrics:    http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/coldplay/spies.html

Fear is the darkroom where Satan develops his negatives. To be seized with fear and all its side streets can affect everything. Health, confidence, hope, perseverance, optimism, future, promises, are all rendered ineffective when fear has seized our reigns.

Fear is a perception...and perception becomes reality for all people.
Notice the phrase, "you can't touch them no...because they're spies".

Then the truth is revealed that...oh...they're only spies, 

"...but they can't touch YOU no....because they're just spies."

King David knew he had enemies but the Lord of hosts was his Shepherd. Therefore, all they could do is surround him and ...WATCH AS HE SAT AT THE BANQUET TABLE OF THE LORD, ANOINTED WITH OIL, CUP OVERFLOWING...PROTECTED BY GOD.

Talk to God about your fears. Ask Him to help you overcome the paralyzing effects of it.
Jesus says...be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. Fear is NOT of God.

You can conquer your spies by learning more about your protector and shield
Truth is...the enemy can only snarl..cos they're just spies.


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Coldplay~Shiver - Loved by You

Relationships can be tricky at any age. Your at the place now where its difficult to understand your own feelings much less the vibes you get from someone else.

Socrates said, "know thyself...". I guess he was pretty smart..huh?
Maturity in Christ relies on personal growth and confidence. Now would be a good time for you to accept yourself for how God made you; looks, personality, humor, ambitions, gifts all pressed into your skin makes you the precious soul that you are. Committing your life to Christ is to allow His mind to shape yours; and conform to His image.

The beauty of it is He wants you to be YOU...but under His leadership.
Listen to these lyrics;
 
Did you want me to change?
Well I changed for good
And I want you to know.
That you'll always get your way
I wanted to say,
Poor guy.
Don't cave in to the pressure by any other to be someone you're not.

Don't you Shiver?
Don't you Shiver?
Hailey's favorite adage is the Serenity prayer:

"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,

the courage to change the things I can,

and the wisdom to know the difference."

Unconditional love means "I love you for being...you; and any hang up in you or me is worth fighting for."

That's how Christ loves us; 

1 John 4:10
This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

Now that's some kind of love. Even when we were unlovable He still loved us.
Be you...and grow in Christ. That is a key to success for you and your relationships.
If your dancing to some others fiddle then its not the you we want to see.

 And it's you I see, but you don't see me.
And it's you I hear, so loud and so clear
I sing it loud and clear.
And I'll always be waiting for you.

So I look in your direction,
But you pay me no attention,
And you know how much I need you,
But you never even see me.

 Give it up dude.

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