What is a Trader? - video from Brian Mosley at RightNow.org

[ThomasBSenior]

this is crap! as Christians we choose daily to DENY SELF! pick up you cross and follow Christ. giving up worldly stuff does not make ANYONE Christian. Repenting from SIN, self governing and humbling yourself to God by faith in Jesus makes you Christian. and after that the Holy Spirit through scripture will tell you what a missionary is!

[SuperKingJulian]

living for Christ is even more ridiculous.

[0M9H4X]

Well i dont like the jesus and god parts but other than that its a pure moralic appel so yes i support this message aswell.

[thejhay2000]

very good!

[CasualPr0ductions]

As long as you don't get in my face about me being an atheist, I won't get in yours about your faith. I am an atheist, and I support this message.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions So like do you believe as an atheist that you should also act like in the video? At least in somethings? Btw bro, you're awesome for that comment.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 I believe I should fight for myself and when i feel I am being treated unjustly. I shouldn't go out there to fight another person's battle unless I can do so in that very moment. I should take care of myself sure but injustice must be fought where it can be found. Everyone, no matter their religion, should fight when they face any kind of injustice in a personal sense, and global if they feel so inclined.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions Haha, well the Bible says NOT to fight back. That may seem to contradict what it says about fighting injustice, but this and the Bible saying not to fight back have a different context. If you've ever watched the news, you may have seen some things that just get you really angry. Unjust things. This says to bring those to an end. But if someone comes up to you and tries to physically harm you, don't try to harm them back.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 That's ridiculous. If someone tries to harm me, I'll act in self defence, lest I get murdered. Seriously, to not fight in a life or death situation is putting an end to nothing but your own life.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions I does sound ridiculous you're right! In fact I was hoping you would say that. Once, I was talking with this guy in what one might call "the ghetto" but I prefer not to call it that. I mentioned I was a Christian. (I was hoping to share the gospel with him). Immediately he wanted to fight me, I have no idea why. I told him what I was taught to do. I said,"Bro, I would never lay a hand on a brother in Christ." He broke down into tears. It is a fond memory for me.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions Also, you don't have to fight. In most situations you can run away, or at least talk to your opponent. I've lived my whole life faced with many fight situations, but I can brag that I have never actually fought.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 You sound a little bit like the preachy type, to me. See, the reason he wanted to fight is because you were going to push your beliefs on him, like I said I didn't support. Pushing your beliefs doesn't help your cause, it only makes it less respectful due to the lack of respect you show someone who doesn't believe in what you believe. Rather keep your faith to yourself, hence why it's often called you're faith.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions I know a lot of people think it is wrong/ annoying of us to share our faith with others. Then again some think that if we have the key to heaven, to a happier life, then we should be doing a lot more then we should to reach people. It seems we're always the bad guy. Well I think I'll just have to put up with people telling me to pipe down about my faith. I can't tell if you were sarcastic about the sex stuff. If you weren't, this is what I have to say. darn word limit--

[Craftman368]

@Craftman368 It seems to only be a temporary happiness. That explains why you have it so many times. But the only everlasting joy is with Jesus.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 Then why do you go to Church every Sunday, and consistently pray? Everything is a temporary joy. And I do it multiple times (no I wasn't being sarcastic) because sex in itself is exploration, an art if done right. There is so much fun to be had with sex. Toys, positions and the like. The only position for Christ is on your knees.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions You are correct in saying that Christians aren't always happy all the time. We like to call it the "fire" in our heart that drives and motivates us to be like Jesus. We are in a broken sinful world so we will eventually lose our "flame." Going to Church, praying, listening to music all helps us stay motivated. While I don't agree on your view of sex, I won't try to change that, but you can't compare sex with God. While I can't say Christianity is an "art", it is a-

[Craftman368]

@Craftman368 -lifestyle. And there is so much joy to be had with It. Whether it is just praising God, missionary trips, doing what's in the video^^, even just saying a little bit here and there at work, there is a certain "happiness" or joy. I know this may be impossible for you to believe. But it is something that if done properly, will leave you wanting more and trying harder for this joy even more the sex. (But we try not to do it for the feeling. But for God.)

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 This is what I never understood about the argument. There is such a delusion in believing in God. You have to devote yourself to a gigantic "Maybe" as there is no standing proof of heaven, God, or any of the stories within the bible. It's a giant leap of faith, which is ridiculous to me, because I'd rather devote myself to something I convinced will reward me in the end, rather than to something that "may" happen.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions I can understand that. This is one of the main reasons of so many athiests today. A lack of proof of God. You see, at the beginning of ones "walk with God," there is a factor of "faith." (Btw, I'd like to clear up, faith is not ignorance. There is no "proof" of evolution or the big bang. You have to have faith to believe them. Assuming you do.) But as you move on, certain things happen in your life to enforce "proof." Of course they wouldn't be "valid" in an argument. Like,-

[Craftman368]

@Craftman368 I'm happy to brag I am a second-hand witness to miracle, and whenever a praise God, I feel his presence (physically, something like a shiver goes down my body. Hard to explain), or my friend's mom has seen Jesus, and his family has seen many medical miracles. I can't argue that because I have no proof. But I can assure you they are true. That's all I can give you though. Also, there are certain things that get the Bible as close as possible to "proof" If you have some time on your-

[Craftman368]

@Craftman368 Hands, look up "Bible reference rainbow" Of you have a lot of time, go a take a look at bethlehemstardotnet. If you ever get around to looking at them, I assure you that you will have a much more open mind to us. :)

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 And if you ever have some time on your hands, read Christopher Hitchens book God Is Not Great, fantastic read. And I'd like to clear up that there are prime examples of evolution each day, for example whenever a disease becomes immune to the antibiotic that fights it, it has evolved to tackle one of its weaknesses. Evolution is often misconstrued as having to be grand in scale, but it can be ever so minor. Immunity can be attributed to one evolving in minor ways to face new disease.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@CasualPr0ductions PART 2: And don't get me wrong, I'm always in support of a person having faith, but the fact remains that there is more scientifically proven examples behind things like evolution, gravity and the big bang, than there are of God. I understand you may feel a presence, but what you're feeling can be attributed to your nerves coming to attention, or the body hair insulation towards the whether. And what is being called a miracle can be contributed to coincidence.

[CasualPr0ductions]

@CasualPr0ductions PART 3: Another thing I have with religion in general is that it gives credit where it isn't due. For example, thanking God for a medical break through instead of thanking the doctor. It seems to me that whenever something good happens, a religious person will attribute to God, however when something bad happens, it's a human mistake, as if God is a perfect thing. But let me ask, do you have God's plan? His instructions? His list of ideals? No, you don't know WHAT he's doing.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions As for the science stuff, I'd be glad to argue about that. (As I have in the past.) But I would like to address what you said in the end. We do like to attribute all good things to God, as nothing is without reason. But we don't attribute all bad things to God. We do live an in imperfect world because of the first sin. But really, I think that story was just to humor God and set an example for others. The real reason for this imperfect world is freewill. To choose God, or not-

[Craftman368]

@Craftman368 -However, God can use terrible things, for good causes. You know how I got to the faith? My parents divorced. Now, I'm glad it happened. My friends parents died at an early age. Now he think's it's not all a bad thing. It teaches him to act swiftly, cause you never know when the end is. And he know's he'll see his parents again. And hardships usually bring us closer to God. Why? Because that's when we need him the most. (:

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368 Honestly, I'm not in the mood for this exchange any more. You suffer from this God delusion, to a point where it won't stop until one of us gives into the other. I won't, and you won't. Have a good life, and I hope the delusion holds true for you.

[Craftman368]

@CasualPr0ductions Ok, I can agree. I really don't want to argue anymore. I really hope my impression on you won't stop you from looking at other videos like this lol. I just hope I made some sense of Christianity in your mind. I hope you have a very good life as well. And I also hope you have a good afterlife as well. ;)

[CasualPr0ductions]

@Craftman368Also, this is why I have lots and lots of monogamous sex, relieves any aggression that gets built up, and I don't need to pray to feel good, i relieve it through physical action that not only makes me feel good, but makes another feel good as well.

[dtothelu]

Thumbs up if you were looking for stuff about Wall Street.

[0warrior4life]

@dtothelu

i was like wtf

[taytaykazner]

im only 12 and that is the most inspiring and beutiful vid iv ever seen!!!!!

[Alexburlinson]

The message is good. Apart from the christ part, in my view anyway. Not looking to start an argument but I also think it could be done by just showing compassion and just not being a dick.

Still overall, good video.

[Craftman368]

@Alexburlinson Can I ask what parts of this video was a bit "off" and why?

[GodsJewelForever]

Amazing! Friends, i am a trader. I am ready to be a missionary wherever I am!!

[tealovestea9]

Wow. I loved it! (:

[liveacoustic11]

This is the theme of the youth group I minister in!

My friends, I am a Trader.

[OliverDobbsTV]

like if you came here to find out about stock traders.

[drewk13572]

God isn't real. He never did anything for anyone.

[kyaralyssa123]

AMAZING! VERY EYE OPENING AND REALLY INSPIRING! :D <3

[aewynn94]

God is so amazing, i thank Him for His love and saricfice daily. God and His will should be the focus of our attetion. Cause in the end all that is going to matter is if we lived for Him and showed His love.

[WaySide66]

I am not a Christian, but this can apply to anyone. good job. The Purpose Driven Life.

[shantiponks]

eh, no thanks.

[liquidthex]

how are there still religious people on the internet????

[Voxnulla]

@liquidthex Stupidity is a causal effect of our evolution.. alas.

[SinnerSavedByGrace2]

amen i love it! :D

[morning1500]

Wow! Very well done! Very thought-provoking! Very creative, and effective!

[erikahhh2011]

Seriously so impacting... love it!

[ultimateshadowfan11]

awesome video thanks for the message!

[hurlburtnav]

This is a great vid!

[srekte]

Be a trader, trade in your will for God's and be set apart from the world.

[mbaskey]

what like buying and selling stocks makes you a good christain...I don't understand this.

[rdh0924]

@mbaskey Watch it again and LISTEN! It's simple really.

[R3zD0g]

i love what you said about being a missionary praise God!!! Amen brother

[fronteraster]

Great message, but it doesnt really have to be related to christ or god or any type of religious beliefs.

[rochester22]

no, i wont



[Muffindustries]

that was awesome

[girlxdinosaur09]

i love this!!:)

[bburelos994]

Yes I will

[franfrench1]

Please!, i need to know who's background music!!!!!

[thetubegazer]

Good message generally - and RightNow.Org store will sell you lots of stuff for you, you, you.

[mg03nma]

You just hi-jacked the word trader with your christian thoughts and beliefs.

[dboytesoro]

The hi-jacked version of the American dream..soo true!!

[airfort86]

I thought this video would be about making money lol.....

[khei1990]

make money get stuff, be comfortable, live well, more more more, and me me me,

that's the prevailing message of our day.

[tovadaq]

instead of "me me me" which is described as the mindset of the american dream, we don't need christ, but a "we we we" mindset.

You must help because the situation you see is wrong and you know you can do something about it, not because either the father, the son, the holy ghost or any other non-corporeal being says you should.

There should not be an expectation of reward. The help you offer should *be* the reward, if any.

[thetubegazer]

This video from is produced by RIGHTNOW.ORG - a website that sells tons of stuff. Chasing their own american dream.

[thetubegazer]

Arbitrary definition of the american dream. I thought the dream was this: The american dream is the right for each person to be free to pursue their individual dreams within the law. I do like it that the message was not that the government should take your money and give to others, but rather, work and each individual be a good samaritan.

[vbury]

I love this message! Thank you... needs to be sent to all mankind!!! HE who has created US.. we need to be traders for ALL!!

[TheMobaholic]

This is similar to the focus and message behind my New Christian Clothing Company... Rebel Brand... Be a Rebel in our world means not conforming to the new world order, not being told to Love Self, money, and Sin... But to Rebel Against these things and Love God and spread the gospel with our Words, Actions and What we Wear... Check it out... Jesusisarebel dotcom

[lynnllchia]

Thank you ... this is so well articulated. I'm reminded. 

[franfrench1]

Someone knows who's this music???

[kazzowary]

love it! awesome.

[franfrench1]

who's the author of the music??

[Heidialmighty711]

Whoa! This...is...amazing! Thank you for being a "trader" and using your talent.

[Roronoa79]

here's another solution:

don't be an asshole

[conmcrocker]

@Roronoa79 back off. You must not be a christian

[Roronoa79]

@conmcrocker i'm not, but i am agnostic and atheists annoy me to no end

i don't need promises of a post-death candyland adventures to motivate myself to be a good person

[vincent4169]

@Roronoa79 unfortunately no person on earth is good, not even one. :)

[Roronoa79]

@vincent4169 the Christian God seems to like us enough

[BastiEX]

Guessing ur the first trader to start the other traders :)

[ActionTim567]

Part of the choice is to go where "the least of these" are; the hurting, the homeless, the addicts... the ones Most people see as the "Least" people are actually the ones that matter Most to God in our upside-down-Kingdom of grace.

[lauraingrapevine1]

EPIC everybody needs to post this on facebook

[Yooo000uuuuuuuu]

That was pretty awesome.

[Arieliondotcom]

This is cute but it glosses over how we BECOME Christians is by Grace. Many people think of themselves "as Christians" & this video provides support for thinking they can do enough good to "trade up" into Salvation.

[jdarnoc]

@Arieliondotcom While I appreciate your emphasis on grace to become Christians, it appears to me that this video was actually focusing on those who have already responded to that Grace by becoming Christians. The emphasis is on a "new kind of missionary"--hence someone who is already in Christ. It is a message for the church. If we would grasp this message, then perhaps the Grace of Christ would shine more brightly through us. Just my thought respectfully shared.

[narutobrady001]

Whatt is the song in the background

[AMEAGLE199]

vERY vERY NICE! I am sooo in!

[evanpcarter]

this is what I want my life to be about dude, thanks for posting.

[Flyhigh872]

can anybody tell me the song in the back ground?

[timothymzach]

Trader Joes.

[otanasivert]

Very well done. The parable of talents referred to at the very end of the video is NOT out of context.

Just curious what the music is. It's very catchy.

Happy Easter

[jcloveslei]

Very inspirational! Speaks exactly of the spirit and message of our recently concluded camp in the Salesian Youth Movement - Philippines...

SALESIAN YOUTH: IN FAITH WE STAND, IN LOVE WE SERVE!

[ReptileGirl16]

Awesome video!!

[EAPCREATIONS]

Awesome and motivating video!! Thank you for sharing!!



[rayraycandance]

PREEAACCCCHHHHH!

[Aeonec]

Serve him :)

[cocodeoxys]

Hallelujah! Hallelujah for he lives! Hallelujah for his love! Hallelujah for he uses us to change the world! Hallelujah for JESUS our GOD!

[stepppiee]

awesome video!

where can i find the music?

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[constancecao]

I love it!!!!

[TravisJConsulting]

You've no idea how great of a summation this is, of my own personal and professional life and intents. I link to this video on my website, as part of my company's organizational culture (on the "About Travis J" page of my website). Thank you for crafting this singular video that is an amazingly accurate summation of my own personal, deeply-held convictions that I've developed over the past few years.

[brookeyessa]

This is incredible insight. So inspiring, thank you!

[anaidindoooo]

Awesome illustration!

[weebleapplesmooooo]

God will give us an opportunity to choose to pursue our dreams right now, which will allow us to live prosperously and be accepted by the materialistic world we are in. Or let us choose to let go of this dream and devote our time to His kingdom's cause. Personally, I don't think we must change our lives drastically to achieve this. However, don't brush off that thought of devoting time to God while in the office. Do what you know is right. Simple acts like helping the poor makes a difference.

[Hyperknight000]

This video has changed my life. It has opened my eyes. How do I TRADE?

[Ben93T]

i think God needs to stop being forced on people and people can believe what they want to believe.

[isaacj42]

anyone know where the music is from?

[clizzaster]

@virtuosoikingpin

Sounds to me like you're trolling to try to make atheists look bad.

[DareToDream3]

this is really moving and makes me want to do more than what society has taught me to do: get a job, make enough to live, etc. I don't believe that you need to be Christian to appreciate the life given to you, to be selfless, and to give to others, and hate injustice. You don't have to be Christian to do this. I don't know how someone can do all this and still fulfil their own hopes and dreams and work enough to keep themselves alive, clothed, and sheltered

[MrChenlei8000]

Subscriptions and support you, from anhui province Chinese audience

[SouthrnatHeart]

Who disliked this!? 6 people dislike this... I want to know why.

[philstilwell]

The great thing is you don't need the myth of Jesus to act justly and altruistically in life; it is a natural product emerging from an understanding of our place in the world.

[philstilwell]

I recommend trading lies an false hope in for the truth. Google "reasons for my deconversion" to learn how I did so.

[patricktuorto]

@philstilwell

You trade in lies and false hope in for the truth by accepting Jesus Christ as your personal savior.

[philstilwell]

@patricktuorto

I once said that to others.

Google -> "reasons for my deconversion"

[Astrofissure]

What I fail to understand is how perusing "The American Dream" prevents us from acting as a "Trader". There is no contradiction.

[SouthrnatHeart]

@Astrofissure Well, as I understand it, we should avoid the pursuit of the new American dream, the one in which you get glory, fame, riches, etc. While fighting to restore the original dream our ancestors had- a family, a simple house, some land, you know, simple things we take for granted now. By God's blessing we have this county, and here these things are normal, but we must not forget what we have, what He has given us. It is a great gift we take for granted.

[BrandenMatthew24]

@Astrofissure I believe that there is a contradiction. If we are focusing on "The American Dream" and are passionately pursuing it, then we do not have the time or energy to be traders and we wouldn't be able to focus on doing what God would have us do as traders. When we are focused on materialism, we are not focusing on what God wants from us. Instead of pursuing the "The American Dream", we should reach out to the poor and needy that do not have as much as us and share Christ with everyone.

[theseedofgod]

I LOVE IT.

[IRproductionstudios]

what is the music from or called

[llamathief]

whats the music track called anyone?

[llamathief]

right on!

[Tomsedated]

5 ppl havent realised now is the time

God bless them

[Bones2flesh]

We need laid down lovers. Those who will walk the narrow road living uncompromising lives of Holiness and Devotion to Jesus Christ. Standing completely on the Word as our Foundation. Seeing Revival brought back to America. Living lives of Fasting and Prayer. God Is Calling a Generation into the Deeps parts of Himself. Will we listen to the call or just sit by the wayside. Laying up for ourselves store houses that will stand the shaking.

[rollercoasterfweak]

Great message. 

[jahcriado]

I think its a great video & message, as long as we remember our gospel is not a social justice gospel, but a gospel of God being glorified through the repentance of sinners recognizing Jesus as truth (ultimate reality). Both are required: meet the physical need, meet the eternal need.

[jahcriado]

I think its a great video & message, as long as we remember our gospel is not a social justice gospel, but a gospel of God being glorified through the repentance of sinners recognizing Jesus as truth (ultimate reality). Both are required: meet the physical need, meet the eternal need.

[nrhbmw]

brilliant vid. LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

[ashkelwin]

I approve of this message, but why are so many people telling everyone else to stop commenting if they don't like the message??? Isn't it their God-given right to practice free speech?

[209boi]

This video has compelled me to become a trader. Thank You!

[FadedAeterna]

God didn't make me. My mother did. LOL. ;D

This would've been cool if it wasn't all about god & shit.

[adrianasaysrawwwwr]

@FadedAeterna If you dont approve of the message dont even bother commenting.

[FadedAeterna]

@adrianasaysrawwwwr Uhm, I'm pretty sure I can comment on whatever I want.

[adrianasaysrawwwwr]

@FadedAeterna U MAD

[FadedAeterna]

@adrianasaysrawwwwr ...no, not really.

[aglimpseofbeautiful]

Wow, excellent video! Everything about it is amazing-- super message! Thank you!!

[christiechristie92]

Thank you for this video! :) amazing

[2Complicated4You]

We need be traders. Thank you for this beautiful message.

[doodleollyrox]

This is amazing! To the people that don't approve of the message, don't comment about it. Keep it to yourself. This video is exactly what the world needs to see. Thank you for posting this! (:

[reporterruthie]

Incredible and great message! Something everyone should consider.

[fabulousnrandom]

No we don't follow Jesus' instructions, we don't have to follow Jesus or God, but ourselves. WE have to make our own instructions, decisions, WE have to live our own lives and be our own God.

I love this video but not that christian part..

[kkssw]

@fabulousnrandom Yep, like this video but not the christian part.

[Matti18091993]

@Matti18091993 noticed and satisfied BEFORE you're even able to HELP others.

For me this is a great problem with all this christian-goandhelpothers...-s­tuff. Yeah, we NEED to help, but FIRST of all ourselves to make sure we won't fill in the gaps of our soul with wrong-understood way of christian-mindset. Helping others to "justify" your existense or to please someone up there in the sky (metaphor ;)) is THE WRONG WAY, i think, but proove me wrong ;)

[jchoppert]

GREAT MESSAGE! THANKS FOR PUBLISHING IT!

[linzispeedo]

Incredible. I love when our creativity is used to build His Kingdom!!

[julianfchristian17]

my hand feels cramped by lookiing at this lol

[alisonli]

this is an amazinggggg video. with an even more amazing message.

[groovyoldlady]

VERY groovy. I will be a trader! May His Name be glorified!!

[foodballgodisgood32]

will we dare to trade our worldly lives for an eternal destiny?

[ilyhxc]

so good... :)