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Saturday, May 19, 2007 

What is the difference between a regular band and a Christian band? Honestly sometimes there is no difference. There are alot of bands that if I were to say to you that they are a Christian band, you would look at me like "huh?" so really in todays music scene I cant tell you what a christian band is supposed to be like. BUT, I can tell you what fairgreen believes we should be like as a Christian band. Let me go ahead and step on a few toes here and maybe even lose some friends, but a Christian is someone who lives for God and who is determine to be like Christ. Christians do not go around cussing, drinking to the point where they can't even walk, and then later on hook up with a girl. See thats not how it is, and that's not how God intended it to be.

This world is crazy, but as Christians we are beacons of light, and we are supposed to be guiding people who are in the darkness. Oh yea, and one HUGE thing that people need to know. Christians DO NOT hate people who don't have the same beliefs. Let me tell you that if you do not consider yourself to be a Christian, and someone who claims to be a christian has made you feel like crap because of the sins you have commited, then they have no clue how to be a christian. and lets get one thing straight, we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of god. NOBODY has been perfect their whole life, but its by gods grace that we were able to stand up in darkness and become a man or woman of god. so if we have lived a life of sin ourselves, who are we to trash and bad talk someone who is living that life right now? its a horrible thing and i see it all the time. those type of people give christians a bad name and they need to pick up the bible themselves.

Colossians 4: 5-6 says, "be wise in the way you act with people who are not believers, making the most of every opportunity. when you talk, you should always be kind and pleasant so you will be able to answer everyone in the way you should." we as christians have to realize that its our job to show people the same thing that at one time someone showed us. i cant stand it when someone hears that fairgreen is going into a bar to play a show, and they are like, oh what kind of christian band plays in a bar? and my response to them is, how else will they hear of jesus christ? how else will they hear christian music? im not sure where the scripture is or what it says exactly so i wont quote it, but i know it says something about how we as christians are to take the gospel to all parts of the world, not just keep it to ourselves in the church.

i love what eddie james said last time he visited our church, he said the last thing we need in this world is just another christian band, but instead we need 4 warriors. so my original question is what does it mean to be a christian band? it means that we stand up in darkness to be a beacon of light to everyone who will take the time to listen. we live for the lord and because of that it comes through in our music. we try our very best to talk as the lord would talk, and walk as the lord would walk. we love everyone, whether they are a christian or not, and we would love to be able to speak with someone who would like to know more.

so once again before i go let me remind everyone out there, that christ loves you soo much and he would give anything just to have you walking with him. he wants to hear your voice when youre in need, and even when youre not in need. god is not throwin down lightning bolts to punish everyone who sins, instead he is heartbroken when we sin. ive written way more than i intended, but please if anyone would like to know more, please message us, or message me personally. my myspace is www.myspace.com/johnnycakes22 . fairgreen's reason for being a band is not to just play music for god, but its to spread the good news of jesus christ through music, our own testimonies, and by the way we walk and talk. we want to be good examples to anyone who is searching for something to fill the void in their hearts. we love you all so much and it goes so much deeper than us just being a band.

Phantom Promotions and Booking

 
amazing
 
Posted by Phantom Promotions and Booking on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 1:34 PM
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Michael

 
Excellent Johnycakes!!!

You guys keep going and fight the good fight. Keep your eyes on God and he will lift you up and anoint you (and the band) so that his the beacon of light can’t be hidden from anyone. Keep opening you mouths and let the Holy Spirit move from your hearts.

God Bless!
 
Posted by Michael on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 1:44 PM
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Geo
George Plaine

 
Very well said
 
Posted by Geo on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 1:52 PM
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Tone♫

 
:D...this makes me super happy!!!!
 
Posted by Tone♫ on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 2:20 PM
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Andrew Javan Schrock

 
Amens!
 
Posted by Andrew Javan Schrock on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 3:30 PM
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Lori
Lori Holland

 
woh Reverend John...I am soooo proud of you for stepping up!!!! You guys are gonna make it big and don't let anyone ever take that dream away!!!
 
Posted by Lori on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 4:19 PM
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Jenni
Jenni Connell

 
Nice! Breakin out of the church and getting to the rest of the world without judgement, just love! I always knew you guys were awesome!
 
Posted by Jenni on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 7:24 PM
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Beth

 
awesome thank you for writing this!!
<3 <3 <3
B
 
Posted by Beth on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 7:52 PM
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The Runaway Smile

 
you couldnt have put it any better.
 
Posted by The Runaway Smile on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 9:47 PM
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Jen-nay
Jen Hedgespeth

 
aww omg is blog is amazing. I could reply to this but it would be way to long but I def agree with a good portion of it..Like the first paragraph about drinking to the point you can't walk. I think its just stupid yet everyyyone does it so where are you suppose to go to have fun these days? I love the fact that ur a Christian band. Thats all lata
 
Posted by Jen-nay on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 12:16 AM
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Amen to that.

Seriously the best thing ive read on myspace
 
Posted by on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 3:38 AM
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Josh's Old Profile

 
I couldn't agree with you more man. That was awesome.
 
Posted by Josh's Old Profile on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 6:37 AM
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K-La
Kayla Wilkerson

 
WOW....absolutely awesome John. By the way, I like how you used Eddie in this :-) He's great! FAIRGREEN IS AWESOME...God Bless You Guys!!!
 
Posted by K-La on Monday, May 21, 2007 - 5:26 PM
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Mr. Right!

 
Thats what the world needs is a band that isnt like evryone else well said
 
Posted by Mr. Right! on Sunday, June 03, 2007 - 1:28 AM
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Alpha Entertainment

 
Incredible guys!
 
Posted by Alpha Entertainment on Friday, June 15, 2007 - 1:24 AM
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Mason

 
wow u guys are awesome ur great role models and i am extremely impressed. this is quite poosibly the greatest blog entry ever written.
 
Posted by Mason on Friday, June 22, 2007 - 10:52 PM
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Rose♥

 
You guys are so Awesome....there is NO reason you won't make it big. Just don't be surprised when GOD give you more then you even thought possible. God is Good!
 
Posted by Rose♥ on Saturday, June 30, 2007 - 1:31 PM
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Crime.of.Opportunity

 
even though i may not believe exactly what you believe in... i completely and totally respect what you've written here... you guys are part of a really awesome band with something that you seem to really stand by and i am impressed by that... keep on keepin on... see you at the ottobar..
 
Posted by Crime.of.Opportunity on Wednesday, July 04, 2007 - 6:36 AM
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wolf am i
Will Law

 
in the world but not of it. The christian label is a bit tricky, I really prefer the christians in a band rather than christian band label, but absolutely regardless of that it is wonderful to read you have your hearts set in the right place and intent. and our lives are the witness... so God bless your work. However, I've got a challenge for one of your statements.... 'fairgreen's reason for being a band is not to play music for god', surely this is your reason? Otherwise your proclamation of spreading the news about Christ has no value, for it's from the inside we can go out and share God's love. Your motive being for the love of your friends is good, but it will be a painful trail for you. I believe your motive ought to lie in loving God through your music, not as an act of 'praise' worship, but as worship...since all of life should be an act of worship to God. So not by the way we walk, since we fall short, but God's walk in our steps.

personally, I can't say I'm there, but I would like my whole life to be for God, about God and to God... for he designed us to love, to work, to have relationship and be fruitful with what he has given to us. I just put my hope in Him first, and then we see his glory manifested.

perhaps that's just nitpicking of words from me though! I am starting to get in to my theology a lot!
 
Posted by wolf am i on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 - 9:41 PM
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♥ Nay Nay

 
this is exactly what im learning and continuing living it out as i die in my flesh and more alive in the spirit. everything we do and say should be giving Glory to His name. Jesus life is an example of how believers should live. we are Kingdom carriers. We are revival because HE is revival. We are the rescuers for the broken and lost. We are meant to spread the Word of God :)

and what an amazing gift he has given this band to worship not only in song but in the way each of them live! Amen!

p.s. im excited for what is to come from Fairgreen, this year! YAYAYAYAY!
 
Posted by ♥ Nay Nay on Saturday, May 03, 2008 - 6:02 AM
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Get Out Of Gangs Advise Page

 
HEY! i was in a christian band and i think ur 100% right...we only serve christ...thanks for posting this
 
Posted by Get Out Of Gangs Advise Page on Sunday, July 15, 2007 - 12:48 AM
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Be Rad.

 
i've been asked such a question as this and i always gave wimpy answers...thx for givin the real one...
 
Posted by Be Rad. on Thursday, July 19, 2007 - 6:31 PM
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(Teegan) [It's just me!]

 
Big props on the bar comeback!
You said it all so beautifully.
Keep up the God work, and I know you will go far, one way or another!
:)
 
Posted by (Teegan) [It's just me!] on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - 2:55 AM
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Andre Blair Toles
Andre Toles

 
dude that was too awesome.......you totally nailed what ive been thinking. im glad there's somebody out there with the same views.
 
Posted by Andre Blair Toles on Monday, July 30, 2007 - 5:41 PM
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Brian Wells BRC #7
Brian Wells

 
I haven't read all the comments posted, but the truth of the matter is, if Christ were alive today, he wouldn't be hanging out in churches. He would be in bars, ghettos, casinos, even white marsh mall. He would be wherever He felt His presence was needed. So keep playin' them there bars, m'boys, because the world needs light and the world needs love.

Brian Wells
guitarist for Media Darling, a non-Christian band.
 
Posted by Brian Wells BRC #7 on Monday, July 30, 2007 - 8:26 PM
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Ezra
Peter Murphy

 
I have denied many "Christian" bands on myspace. The reason is nowhere do they say Anything about our Saviour Jesus Christ on their page. I would ask them why and get blown off, so AWESOME to you guys for standing up!
 
Posted by Ezra on Saturday, August 04, 2007 - 9:12 PM
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Sandy

 
Man you are one awesome DUDE!!! I always knew Fairgreen was amazing but this just confirms it!! God has certainly blessed you young men and it is awesome to have the privilage to be a part of your lives and to have seen how you have grown in the lord over the past few years! Go into all the world and preach the gospel - and you certainly are!
You are Blessed and highly favored and GREAT things are happening for you - don;t ever doubt that!!
Luv ya Bunches and Bunches - Miss Sandy
P.S. - Mercedes in white please
 
Posted by Sandy on Thursday, August 16, 2007 - 4:08 PM
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Ali Adrenaline

 
Im at a loss for words. that made me want to turn my life around by a long shot.
 
Posted by Ali Adrenaline on Friday, August 24, 2007 - 9:39 PM
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PlayItForTheLabels.com
Tony Boswell

 
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under a bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your God in heaven.

Matthew 5:14-16

As it was written so well in Mathew - let your work be a beacon for others to see what you have done in Christ's name. Your gift is a light to the world - let in shine!
 
Posted by PlayItForTheLabels.com on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 12:20 AM
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Karen

 
It's so great to see a band full of young guys stand up for what is good, right, and true. Truth is like an illusion to today's society - everyone is trying to find it, but hardly anyone believes it really exists. Huge kudos to you for putting the the truth out there for people to see and hear! By the way, I believe the scripture that you wouldn't quote because you didn't know where it was, is the Great Commission, Matthew 27:19-20. :) Keep it up, gentlemen!
 
Posted by Karen on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 12:21 AM
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mary rebecca.

 
"He said, 'Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.' " Mark 16:15

This is just brilliant. :]
And brings to mind one of my own favorite quotes:

"But how can they call on him in whom they have no believed? And how can they believe in him of whom they have no heard? And how can they heard without someone to preach? And how can people preach unless they are sent? As it is written, 'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!' " Romans 10:14-15

We are living proof. We, as Christians have been sent to make them move and make them believe.

[And the last verse was actually put into a song called "How Beautiful" and it is magnificent. (It's one of the most beautiful songs I know.)]

But seriously, how much clearer could it be that everything you said is true? It is right there in the Bible. it has been there in the bible for thousands of years and it is still alive. So, amen Christ is with us.

Ave Mama
---Scottie. 100%Roman Catholic.
 
Posted by mary rebecca. on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 3:33 AM
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Josh(is ready for obx)
Josh Foster

 
this is awesome!
 
Posted by Josh(is ready for obx) on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 7:50 PM
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Me And My Anatomy(IN THE STUDIO!)

 
I definitely Respect you so much for doing that!
thats amazing dudes, dont fall from it when you're famous!
 
Posted by Me And My Anatomy(IN THE STUDIO!) on Monday, February 11, 2008 - 9:56 PM
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Ismael

 
mmhmm i agree with everything u said
 
Posted by Ismael on Monday, February 18, 2008 - 3:40 AM
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Chad
Chad Vargason

 
Well said... The world needs more testimonies like yours... Keep up the music and the ministry...
 
Posted by Chad on Friday, February 22, 2008 - 8:45 PM
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MiNORMASS (NEW SONGS!)

 
sucks that I can only give 2 Kudos cuz i'd give u guys so much more cuz u guys definitely took the words out of our mouths. we too are Christian and trying to move in the same direction as u guys! so thanks for being an inspiration and encouragement to us =) we hope to play a show with u guys in the future so we can show the love of Christ to those that come out. keep living and playing for Christ brothers!

Joo from Minormass
 
Posted by MiNORMASS (NEW SONGS!) on Saturday, March 08, 2008 - 5:40 AM
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J DODSON
Josh Dodson

 
You Gain my respect. If only everyone, every band would be like this. Thanks.................................Josh Dodson

REV MUSIC GROUP
 
Posted by J DODSON on Monday, March 17, 2008 - 6:16 AM
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GGM Ministries

 
bingo!!!

this is exactly the kind of band I'm looking to be a part of...too bad you already have a drummer, lol...but seriously, that's awesome. keep it up!

356,835,498,201.8 kudos for you.
 
Posted by GGM Ministries on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 8:40 PM
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tyler

 
i know this blog is almost a year old, but it's so touching to hear of a band that is in it for the right reasons. you're the type of bands that i love to see live and listen to. a christian band is actually the way i found God and i couldn't be more thankful to them or God for allowing them that courage to be so open about there faith.
"oh what kind of christian band plays in a bar? and my response to them is, how else will they hear of jesus christ? how else will they hear christian music?"
exactly. that is so true. how can you lead the people in the dark to the light if you never go into the dark? that response is perfect for the question.

anyways, thank you for being so faithful<3
 
Posted by tyler on Monday, April 28, 2008 - 8:15 PM
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♥ Nay Nay

 
Amen! God is so good! this blog is soo good! God created us all for a purpose! and this is yours, speaking life and the truth of the Lord! i know you would enjoy the videos for my church's Youth group 628. go to....... http://youtube.com/user/OneEighty628 (or watch it on my myspace)

the one from this tuesday was amazing! hope you get a chance to watch it! laterz!
 
Posted by ♥ Nay Nay on Saturday, May 03, 2008 - 5:48 AM
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andreaROTTEN

 
Heck YESSS! [:
That was ama-zuh-zing.
Love you guyys mucho.
 
Posted by andreaROTTEN on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 - 2:56 AM
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Cortney,

 
I honestly didn't even know you guys were a Christian band... but I'm glad I took the time to find out and hear what you have to say. I totally respect those who get out there and spread the word, and wish I was as good of a Christian as you guys. This was well written. Thank you. =]
 
Posted by Cortney, on Friday, June 27, 2008 - 10:58 PM
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Taylor Martin (New Acoustic Song)

 
Wow...that is so amzingly true
 
Posted by Taylor Martin (New Acoustic Song) on Saturday, July 05, 2008 - 5:08 PM
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6(sic)6
Papa Weing Weing

 
Never have i looked down upon someone because of what they believe in.

Nicely said.

Keep on keepin' on.
 
Posted by 6(sic)6 on Sunday, September 07, 2008 - 8:34 PM
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||SAUL OF TARSUS||
Saul Vazquez

 
well said
God bless you all
 
Posted by ||SAUL OF TARSUS|| on Friday, September 19, 2008 - 11:21 PM
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Ashley (Twitter.com/Ashley_Winkler)

 
This is so amazing! It so wonderful to hear about a christian band, because there are so many worldly bands out there. I rather spread the word about your band then some other un-godly one, and I am going too :D .Saw you at the Recher, and loved you! Can't wait to see you all again :)

<3Ashley
 
Posted by Ashley (Twitter.com/Ashley_Winkler) on Monday, October 06, 2008 - 1:54 AM
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Joel Jelinski (now available on itunes)

 
you hit it right on man -- I believe what separates the a christian artist or band is NOT the 'title' but their lives --- the Bible says that we will be known by our fruit -- and they will know we are christians by our love for one another--

In one of my songs called " THe Answer" it says " Every action, every word I speak don't let it be mistaken for another cliche' or a good saying... let my life scream YOUR name."

It is so important that we don't just use christian band to fall into a certain genre of music --

NO COMPROMISE -- LIVE THE LIFE THAT REFLECTS CHRIST WITH A HOPE THAT IS THERE FOR ALL !

JOEL JELINSKI -

www.joeljelinskl.com
www.myspace.com/joeljelinskimusic
 
Posted by Joel Jelinski (now available on itunes) on Wednesday, December 03, 2008 - 4:12 PM
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BO(u)LDer

 
My toes are safe...your shoes must not be TOO big. ;) I appreciate your statements about godly living. It is both the duty and the privialge to be BOLDer ambassadors for Christ. Why mingle in anything less than glorious, Christian music, when there is so much joy to be found in righteous living. Keep it up guys....and continue to be BOLD for Christ!!!

~ Davide~ BO(u)LDer musical ministries
 
Posted by BO(u)LDer on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 - 1:54 AM
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David
David Burford

 
i agree........ thanks u guys for posting.... i will use this with our band...... look us up......... shekhinaglory/myspace.com
 
Posted by David on Saturday, October 31, 2009 - 7:16 PM
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