One of the most famous quotes of the late Malcolm X said, “We declare our right on this earth…to be a human being, to be respected as a human being, to be given the rights of a human being in this society, on this earth, in this day, which we intend to bring into existence by any means necessary.”

  In the 50’s and mainly in the 60’s, African Americans fought for the rights to be equal to everyone else. They protested, held rallies, stood up against the police and other injustices. These people were determined to have equal rights and to be treated fairly “By Any Means Necessary”.

  Jesus is looking for some people to live for Him. He desires for you to stand up for His word and His righteousness. He wants you and I to desire after Him and to worship Him “By Any Means Necessary”.

  In 1 Samuel chapter 1, it describes a woman named Hannah who could not have children. She is described as a woman of a sorrowful spirit. “By Any Means Necessary” she prayed year after year to have a child. Before she conceived, she dedicated this child back to God and her son was called Samuel.

  In Luke chapter 19, it describes a man named Zacchaeus who was a short man and a chief of the tax collectors. “By Any Means Necessary” he wanted to see Jesus and because of the great crowd he climbed into a sycamore tree. As a result of this act Jesus had dinner at his house. Jesus said to Zacchaeus, “This day salvation is come to this house.”

  In Genesis chapter 6, it describes a man named Noah who found grace in the eyes of the Lord. “By Any Means Necessary” Noah was obedient to God and he endured shame and criticisms when he told the people that God said He would destroy the Earth by a great flood.

  Today, by any means necessary will you make a commitment to give your life to Christ regardless of the opinions of others?

  Today, by any means necessary will you make a commitment to learn more about Christ by reading your bible, learning more about him through bible studies and attend worship service?

  Today, by any means necessary are you willing to give up your friends to follow Christ?

  Today, by any means necessary will you deny yourself and your desires to live for Christ?

  And today, by any means necessary are you determined to trust God at His word?

Today, Jesus is waiting on you and I to say, “Yes, Jesus. I choose you ‘By Any Means Necessary’!”

“By Any Means Necessary” Prayer: Lord, I repent of my sins of compromising with this world. Lord, I have not fully given myself over to you. I know that you deserve my full devotion. On this day, I surrender my will to your will. Today, I give up my selfish desires. Lord, close every door that you do not want me to go into. Open every door that is meant for me. Lord, allow your Holy Spirit to guide me to your Word. When I get into your Word, Lord, speak to me. Direct my paths, Lord. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen!