Allen Parr Apologizes Over Beyonce Video

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[@thebeatagp]

Thank you so much for such a great video brother!

[@manasavuibaubatiwale3593]

Hiyo Br Parr 😊 Pin his comment Ru 💯

[@andtechie5210]

Thanks for all your work.

[@obedcephas9845]

So love your work Brother Allen. Love how you support and hold each other accountable. Praying for you guys. Be steadfast brothers.

[@renpatman]

Not one for conspiracy theories but I felt you (Allen Parr) laid out your argument well. Glad to see true comradery in the Christian world! Especially among Brothers who stand for truth and not simply sensationalism.

[@tracywilliamsmyhometown]

Thank you Allen Parr!

[@monkeyscottsman]

"You can't always control what you see, but you can control what you see twice." You are absolutely right, if a trigger is too much to resist, it's time to stay away completely until it's not an issue anymore.

[@TheBeanHome]

And as a content creator you control what you put before people. As a Christian that is something to think twice about before posting. I was not happy he didn't cover her up. I did not watch his video because I already know it was trash music, I don't need proof. And lots of Christian channels are saturating youtube and media with her image and the lyrics. If you think about it, this may all actually be hurting more than helping.

[@Threat1]

@R B peaking and giving into the lust with your mind and eyes and heart

[@tracisperry7874]

Allen Parr has NO REASON TO APOLOGIZE! I watched the video and he said what needed to be said. Too many Christians are allowing this type of garbage into their homes and lives. I'm sorry to Allen for feeling he needed to apologize in the first place.

[@jdj2022]

The video was fantastic! It was only the image in the thumbnail that probably should have been avoided or blurred.

[@sonyagraham9701]

AMEN!!

[@TheBeanHome]

He did right to apologize. Blocking out her body was what should have been done. Period. Just because its normalized to have women super skimpy doesnt mean he needed to share the trash album cover too. He doesnt need to and shouldn't. It adds no value.

[@lawrencebello6177]

I agree. He spoke facts

[@wendyjenkins6076]

thats what i said 😂😂😂😂

[@kiamarsh76]

As a former avid fan of Beyoncé when I saw Mr. Parr’s video I instantly begin to watch it. I didn’t find anything whatsoever that he needed to apologize for. I completely understood that the sole purpose of his video was to instruct the “Christian” families who still support her work. He’s such a gentleman for doing the apology, but at the end of the day he’s doing what needs to be said.

[@dylanbillion917]

He is judgemental...and clout seeking I feel

[@PJCE15]

@@dylanbillion917 we must not watch the same Allen.

[@dylanbillion917]

@@PJCE15 I suppose not

[@LoveFaithLive]

@@dylanbillion917 I feel the opposite. Allen Parr’s obeying the Holy Spirit.

[@etvscandalfanpage2011]

@dylanbillion917 sometimes when someone says the hard truth we feel like he's judgmental, but deep down we know the truth we just spend time being in denial

[@kengy1991]

So glad Brother Allen spoke out about Beyonce! We all need to be careful with the media we consume. I was convicted several years ago that I needed to stop watching Family Guy and American Dad due to them containing lots of material that doesn't glorify God and was causing me to think about inappropriate things (shout out to my wife for speaking into my life). We as Christians should be DIFFERENT from the world!

[@CulturalBackgroundsStudyBible]

Same. It's pretty crass/desensitization inducing. (American Dad & Family Guy). I never asked the hubby not to consume it, I just pointed out that it is crude & irreverent.

[@rhonaguy2453]

Excellent commentary Ruslan. Bro Allen is so humble and sensitive

[@terryrossbach2521]

I keep praying my husband can be convicted of shows like family guy

[@MA-lz8pq]

This reminds be of Big Mouth, I couldn’t get through the first 3 minutes of the cartoon, way too vulgar

[@irataylor5083]

Yes, different indeed. Thank you my brother. We have to decide whether we are going to commit to The Lord and His ways or we are going to submit to the lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes and the pride of life. One or the other, can't have both. The consequences for both choices are massive and eternal.

[@soloac3234]

“Let’s kill our sin or our sin will kill us” - Everything is so well said Ruslan.

[@kimberlyn.2096]

Love Allen. I don’t think he has anything to apologize for. I love that you stood up for your fellow brother in Christ.

[@adamorenstein416]

I subscribe to Allen Parr's channel. Allen is awesome.

[@arbretree5463]

So you didn't think he needed to apologize for including softcore porn in his thumbnail?

[@rhondae8222]

Apparently, you were not paying attention to the message that was presented in this video. The Bible says that we are not to look at those things that are ungodly. Allen Parr has an addiction to porn; yet he posted a pornographic picture of Beyonce naked on a horse. Smh

[@LJChibueze]

As someone who struggles with lust, this video was spot on. That’s a personal problem that you need to take radical action for in terms of your relationship with God. You can’t be out here blaming women in the world especially in this society that is so hypersexualized. And yes it might be hard but with God’s omnipotence and infinite power, things can change in someone’s life with result to struggles with lust. You just have to be obedient and open with God in terms of your struggle

[@beentheredonethat5908]

I agree to some degree. I also struggle with lust, and I'm also fairly new to being a believer myself, so if there is scripture going against what I think, I'd be grateful to hear it and change my opinion on the subject. With that said lol, women make it very very difficult on us, men who do wish not to look at them in such a matter and be respectful. I was in a grocery store the other day, and many women in their early twenties came in, the all had a small bikini tops, low hanging short shorts, and I had to about run away and stare at the floor. This behavior was in an inappropriate place, at an inappropriate time, and I just don't see how as a healthy male, the feelings I felt and I'm sure just about every man in there felt, can be blamed on me. I mean I'm not going to say or do anything based on that, but if I was still young I would have been right over there hitting on them, and I had to fight to get my brain back in control. I am a father, I have four insanely beautiful daughters, some around that age, and I taught them self respect at a young age, so they don't do those behaviors, not because I'd get mad, but because I made sure they understood what exactly it does to men, and that they need ro respect themselves, so when a man shows them attention it's for who they are, the things they accomplished, and on merit of marriage , not of physical lust. I get some women may not have that. I try to be very understanding about that, men have failed their daughters and sons. Still, it's a shared responsibility in life between men and women as a whole, I have issues with lust and I KNOW that, I dint blame women for that at all, but I do think they can absolutely understand what they are doing, and should have a touch of humility.

[@LJChibueze]

@@beentheredonethat5908 hey man! Totally get where you’re coming from. As a young man growing up in this society and in this world, a lot of fetishes and lustful behavior have been unintentionally learned. That being said, as believers, we can’t hold unbelievers to our standard of morality. There’s going to be many people out there that can create the temptation of the “lust of the eye” due to lack of modesty but that’s normal in society especially nowadays. Just have to get into the habit of “removing your eyes” from anything that will cause you to sin. The Holy Spirit within us should give us those convictions. If we are speaking to women in the faith in terms of dressing modestly and being loved and respected by men for who they are and not their physical attributes, I’m with you. But that same standard does not apply to unbelievers unfortunately. We can’t hold people out there in the world to those standards or you’ll be disappointed time and time again

[@belteshazzar3392]

Why are you here? Ruslan said that if you struggle with lust then you shouldn't be on KZbin. Do you still think he was "spot on"?

[@_whataday_3231]

@@belteshazzar3392 I agree with him to an extent. If you can focus your content more often than not you’ll be okay. I hate to delete my KZbin channel and start over. I also have one just for Christian content and another one for my personal preferences like sewing, feminine content, etc. The internet in all of its nature can be dangerous. I don’t use social media at all outside of KZbin and discord to call my cousins who live states away. You should be careful with any source of information you let into your eyes and ears on any platform. When I was working on doing better during my battles with lust I did stay away from KZbin as well for a while because I would be tempted to listen to things I shouldn’t (especially music)!

[@taylorc.reeves5691]

@@belteshazzar3392 He is overcoming his struggle and encouraging a brother in Christ. Let's focus on working out our own salvation and leave him alone. Maybe he'll take Ruslan's advice if need be, that's between him and God.

[@fi_gabor7851]

The breakdown of the lyrics was hilarious but the message was strong and accurate and gave me a lot to think about. Thx Allen Parr.

[@burgersbiblesaeh849]

Lol right. He was like " oh come on man! " lol

[@bilbobraggins9776]

So you think his breakdown of the lyrics was funny but when Beyoncé sings it somehow that’s bad? Lmao.

[@fi_gabor7851]

@@bilbobraggins9776 his reactions were funny

[@gabrielle-d1b]

@@burgersbiblesaeh849 😄

[@gabrielle-d1b]

@@bilbobraggins9776 please go away, you troll

[@tnova4518]

I think he did a fantastic job as well! I struggled with lust & temptation and I took the initiative and responsibility to go through drastic measures to make sure I was no longer in bondage- I got delivered, and stopped listening to secular music, got off of social media for a while and came back stronger- now i want to say that it DOES NOT STOP, temptation does not stop, lust is going to come knocking at your door and whisper in your ear or bring images in your head unknowingly even after being delivered and have overcome the spirit of lust & what are you going to do blame someone else? - Truth is there are times where we will have a thought, NO PICTURES, we feel have our hormones act up, NO PERSON TEMPTING US. We need to get stronger in Christ! Period. In Jesus name!

[@margoscurry6634]

Thanks for going to bat for Allen, he did a great service - parents need to know what their kids are exposed to! I wish he hadn't apologized because it's needed. You are so right! That album is complete filth and Christians need to be warned.

[@ladyj5682]

Exactly and there is actually a song titled Christian Girl, I heard....a bunch of junk people falling for

[@KairoK]

Beyoncé doesn't make music for children. The album already comes with an explicit warning. What more do you want?

[@estherbeachy7356]

I agree with you Margo, Allen had nothing to apologize for. I have a daughter Allen's age & she tries to defend The Beyonce. I'm praying for the B she has some deep issues that only our Jesus can get through to her. We need to be praying with out ceasing for our younger generation 🙏🏽

[@KairoK]

@@estherbeachy7356 Have you and your daughter been to therapy to uncover things in your relationship that ACTUALLY matter?

[@estherbeachy7356]

@@KairoK we have not been to therapy and I am aware that we have deep unresolved issues and I think it would be a good thing to do, she's been in & out of therapy for herself for the past 20 years & the resentment she has towards me is beyond my understanding, I'm very interested in why you asked me? If you can tell me why you asked me that it would be very helpful for me, I appreciate you asking me & just wanted to know why you asked. Thanks Kario 💜

[@bornagaintwice383]

Watching Allen Par read those Beyoncé lyrics was hilarious

[@Penelope416]

It was. I thought the same. I cringed at times when he said certain words, and then I laughed sometimes.

[@janedough4608]

The reading of the lyrics was the most profane part of the whole video. I did not even notice her on the horse.

[@jmsimcic]

There are plenty of weird men in the Christian community who expect others to do the work of keeping their minds pure. There are others who don’t expect that but who would just appreciate not having the bomb of a pornographic image dropped on them unexpectedly on a Christian KZbinr’s channel. I think that’s all it is. Allen’s video was excellent and much appreciated, as usual, but I think he’s right to acknowledge the image could have been handled better and to blur such images in the future.

[@martinleon3145]

Exactly

[@CulturalBackgroundsStudyBible]

Exactly. Remember Ravi Z. Christians have things they have been and are being saved and delivered from. Body dysmorphia and pornography sin struggles should be discouraged. Allen was intuitively correct.

[@pmarieblessed5117]

He called a spade a spade. Call out those demons exactly as they are. He did right!

[@WithCandanceHill]

@@pmarieblessed5117 This is good now people know which demons they need to get delivered from

[@snowman6199]

yeah he should of censored the album cover like Reformed Wiki did! but honest mistake

[@TheChosenSeries]

The “hypothetical” critic…oh man, are they common. They love to read the minds and hearts of everyone else.

[@armellebiampamba4257]

Ooooh! The Chosen is in the house!

[@YHWHspeaks]

Yooo. The Chosennnn

[@mimi_j]

😳whatchu doin here

[@myaa3806]

Dallas???!? 😂

[@lameishawest2461]

I agree 💯 Allen did a great job informing people about Beyonce's album. I personally think he didn't need to apologize, he didn't do anything wrong in my opinion.

[@naklovesjesus3204]

🙏🏾✝ He's just being sensitive to the strongholds people suffer from...but it just shows you how people who are concerned about souls think.

[@arbretree5463]

So do you think it is acceptable for a Christian pastor to include softcore porn in his thumbnail?

[@naklovesjesus3204]

@@arbretree5463 🤔 Lol bro please that is literally a normal picture in today's society, and his aim was not to promote the picture. As was said in the video if you can't look at that and not resist porn....its time to get off social media. Its hard to do, but its worth it to please Jesus.

[@arbretree5463]

@@naklovesjesus3204 Just because something is normalized is society does not mean Christians should partake in it as well. I am personally a straight girl so seeing 90% naked women is not gonna lead me to lust but I just don't want to be desensitized to sensual behavior and put evil things before my eyes. I only follow Christian KZbinrs so I should not have to worry about explicit content appearing on my feed. I think Allen did the right thing and had a reason to apologize.

[@frddawson]

Guess Song of Solomon book is off limits now.

[@jennifermulherin2947]

Regardless of what we feel about whether or not Allen "needed" to apologize, he felt the need to for his own spiritual health, and that should be supported. He maintained his integrity. Also agree with Ruslan in his brother's defense. 👏

[@jermainelnelson]

Allen Parr did a great job in his video. I was really surprised he apologized. As a pastor, he helped me to reach my younger audience without listening to the songs.

[@Greg.Lacoste]

my brother my brother, I applaud you for this video, as a person who was abused at a young age and has struggled with a lust addiction, your advice to get off the internet is GOLD!!! I've been away from the social media sites and I full on deleted my accounts, sometime last year. I find it unfruitful to not have any social media unless its youtube, for Christian content or for some tutorials, and that even is restricted.

[@oceanlife9824]

Amen! Me too!

[@Fern_Thaddeus]

Same!!

[@ladyd900]

Well said Ruslan. Thx for having Bro. Parr’s back. The content of his video was enlightening and insightful. I thank God for both you and Allen Parr.

[@AfroSunGoddess]

Hi iì

[@KairoK]

Beyoncé's album comes with an explicit warning. She is a 40 year old woman; she is not making music for little children.

[@dylanbillion917]

Thank you...period

[@northstar2621]

Is that music for anyone though?

[@Keisha_TKD_NP]

I’ve been off social media for 8 months (deleted the app on my phone) and I feel soooo free. Amazing content Allen!! Let’s stay vigilant!!

[@MommaBubbly]

Yes!!!!! To ALL of this 11:30 !!! You’re on point. When I was struggling with jealousy, envy (wanting to look like other women), and lust in my heart. God led me to take a loooooooong break from social media. About a year. We need to stop consuming what’s tearing us down not only spiritually but physically and mentally. Brother Allen Parr is on point with warning our brothers and sisters against listening to Beyoncé. We cannot download those lyrics into our minds and act like we can walk in the spirit at the same time. Not possible. “Kill our sin before our sin kills us.” Booom!!!

[@rhondae8222]

Agreed! TBT

[@dayinthelifepodcastofficial]

So good Ruslan! You worded the 'hypothetical-person' traits so well!!!!! Thank you for always confronting and teaching in love!!!!

[@stephaniejorae]

Hey Ruslan! Your comment about if pictures like this of Beyoncé tempt you, then you shouldn’t be on social media, shouldn’t go to the gym, etc. actually helped me with my insecurity issue. I struggle with being jealous of certain people because I think they are better than me. Anyways, I hated the torment that I was creating myself. So I’ve deleted my social media apps as of yesterday and am going to let God work on my heart about this particular problem. Honestly, even after my heart is healed, (I already feel Him working, God is good!) I don’t think I’ll want social media back just because of how overstimulating it is.

[@kingjulianthejamaicanpuss5828]

This is me as well. I can relate. I'm a backslider and I have this sane view n jealousy of other persons doing better than me. I did come off social media for a time because of it and it did help somewhat so you doing the right thing. Work on yourself and try to be happy for you. I'm still trying to follow this process of working on me to better for me n my family 👪

[@stephaniejorae]

@@kingjulianthejamaicanpuss5828 I’ve been off social media since I commented this and it’s been the best thing for me. I don’t feel so drained. I feel more mission focused. It feels different than a social media fast. When I did fasts, the temptation was there. But completely taking it out of the equation has made a huge difference in my walk.

[@CoCoFantastique]

I am exhausted with Christians policing social media, tv and music instead of taking responsibility and accountability for their own sanctification. Get off social media, stop your NETFLIX sub etc. if youre stumbling! Take individual action..Entertainment is not a civil ,human or religious right.

[@jennifercooljeo6552]

Thank you for saying this, I think some Christian’s are focused on the wrong thing and make things a bigger deal than it is.

[@MrZippy1976]

People new to the faith may not understand what is and is not acceptable.

[@jennifercooljeo6552]

@@blahblahblah4544 her music has always been explicit. Christian’s are in the world not of it but always find a way to nag and bicker like children about what THEY the world is doing. I just think it’s childish…

[@jennifercooljeo6552]

@@MrZippy1976 it’s all about meaning not everything has to be sinful. Listening to Beyoncé isn’t sending anyone to hell

[@TheOtherCaleb]

So you also accept he notion that we ought to punt all the responsibility to the struggling Christian and deny the existence of a society which reaps and sows immodesty and sexualization?

[@SaintMesus]

Well Put Bro💯

[@GodsWill-GodsWay]

No you are not tripping. We have to pick up our cross ✝️ daily to follow Jesus. You have to hear the hard stuff sometimes to make the necessary changes. Holding each other accountable just reminds us that we have a sin problem..

[@Im3rdmovement]

100% agree with you on this video and I was today years old when I found out Beyoncé put out a new album

[@Romans116Unashamed]

Exactly she’s super irrelevant

[@pearlivory3483]

Me too. 😂😂 which is crazy because I used to love her. But after lemonade I had to let her go.

[@peterscott4597]

Thanks!

[@PaulandMorgan]

Hey bro, you know I’m a fan of your channel and respect your takes. I have a different take on this issue. I think there is a third type of person that you didn’t mention. A man who is not a slave to lust/ p*rn, but who can def be temped and therefore is really careful what is set before his eyes. So I DM’d Allen and respectfully weighed in on the thumbnail. Didn’t tell him he needed to remove it or apologize. I’ll prob make a response vid sharing more of my take and what I said to Allen. Anyway, appreciate what you do. Much love

[@RuslanKD]

thanks for the comment and watching... "can def be temped and therefore is really careful what is set before his eyes" I'm not sure what this means and why this person be on social media. I'm not sure if this is you. but it can be at times. that photo has zero impact on me. it's a woman's body. keep scrolling.

[@arbretree5463]

@@RuslanKD Not everyone is gonna be desensitized to nudity like you might be though. I am personally only following Christian channels on KZbin so I don't want to expect explicit pictures being in my feed nor to find it acceptable coming from Christians who usually strongly promote modesty and purity.

[@LA-ty2ug]

@@arbretree5463 Agreed! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This is what I commented as well.

[@EthanEns]

Totally agree with you, Paul! I too, have enjoyed many of Ruslan’s videos but I didn’t appreciate his attitude in this video. Basically saying if you have a problem with Beyoncé’s album cover, get your butt off social media. Very dismissive to many men at different points in their journey. Whether they are trying to overcome lust or have already been free for awhile. When it comes down to it, I believe it’s wrong to see a naked (or even almost naked) woman whether or not lust is involved. It’s just immoral. People that disagree with me are probably the same people that think watching Game of Thrones is okay because “it doesn’t personally affect me.”

[@starblane1023]

Allen is one of my Favorites and I'm learning a lot from his teaching and she breaks it down piece by piece and I love the way he teaches his viewers the Bible ain't no one else like him he's definitely one of a kind

[@myalaynaangel]

If we don't point it out then who will??? No apology needed.

[@borisvandruff7532]

I love Allen Parr. I love that his conviction is so great that he even felt the NEED to apologize. That is the kind of holiness to which we should all be striving. That said, what he posted was very tame next to the rest of the internet. And if that image will cause you stumble, the rest of the internet means you don’t have a snowball’s chance in Hell. So I agree with both Allen and Ruslan here. I agree with Ruslan that we are all responsible for our own sin, but if every Christian had Allen’s attitude toward the spiritual health of other Christians, we might all be quite a bit more holy and Christlike.

[@dylanbillion917]

He should apologize ..his judgemental askewed perspective turned me off ...and I would watch his videos from time to time...but that judging stuff about Beyonce seemed clout seeking subliminally...

[@borisvandruff7532]

@@dylanbillion917 Only God knows his heart. His critique of the Beyoncé album was valid and true.

[@dylanbillion917]

@@borisvandruff7532 critique or judging bias and clout seeking ...he's trailing on a bandwagon of her current prevailing cultural relevance....

[@anbs1682]

Great points Brother Ruslan. Thank you 🙏

[@AdrienneDMayfield]

I did a KZbin called Should “Church Girls” listen to Beyoncé. The majority of people received the teaching. Only a few blasted me. 😅We have to keep exposing darkness and sharing the truth without backing down. He who has an ear, let him hear.🗣🗣

[@迺哥BrotherNai]

Great message!

[@Truthispower200]

Thank you for your honest take! I appreciate both you and Allen Parr, your ministries have been refreshing and helpful! I’ve shared your resources with my friends and they have been blessed!

[@3d1k3]

Started watching Ruslan just before the pandemic. Had a fraction of the subs. To watch this channel grow so phenomenally AND organically has been amazing

[@robbinsnest6163]

I didn't like the explicit picture of Beyonce but all he needed to do was blur it out and still keep the video up. I just didn't click on it and said not interested in it because I don't like Beyonce to begin with. I think it's necessary to address the problems with her but I do think he could simply edit the thumbnail. There's nothing wrong with his apology either. I admire his humility and he clearly wasn't intending for it to upset or cause anyone to stumble.

[@JonClash]

I had someone comment on a video saying that my wife shouldn’t show so much flesh if she was a real Christian. Her shoulder was showing 🤦‍♂️

[@littleboots9800]

Its that Jezebel spirit in her 🤣

[@JonClash]

@@littleboots9800 🤣🤣🤣🤦‍♂️

[@GROENAASMusic]

"It's plastered everywhere". Well, even though non-Christians put it up for everyone to see, doesn't mean we Christians should do the same. If Allen Parr felt convicted about having that thumbnail, then it's not exactly ungodly, is it? Aren't we supposed to be set apart from the world?

[@meghanktaylor628]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 yes! Thank you Ruslan!

[@danielononose1148]

I think you can do incredible work for the kingdom and still make mistakes. It’s okay to call out mistakes and that’s the point of the apology.

[@RuslanKD]

I’m calling out the mistakes of the christian community being sticklers for things all over social media.

[@emptytombprod]

@@RuslanKD 💯💯💯💯

[@abrahamemmanuel2401]

@@RuslanKD brother Ruslan while you are right to call out that type of behavior within the body of Christ, it's important to note that some people appreciated the video and simply gave the needed suggestion of blurring or not having that image on his thumbnail at all. And to ignore those kinds of people or to lump them in with the hypothetical people you mentioned is hurtful to healthy discourse

[@littleboots9800]

@@RuslanKD Jesus told us to pluck out our eye not throw blankets over attractive women showing cleavage or take a tin of black paint to bill boards advertising underwear. His remedy was for us to modify *our* hearts and actions, not those of others. Great video Ruslan. Images such as these are simply unavoidable. Thankyou for standing up for Allen, I feel bad that this happened to him.

[@arbretree5463]

@@littleboots9800 Genuine question: so do you think Christian pastors should continue using softcore porn as thumbnails for their videos then?

[@joesixtoe6698]

We know going to the gym, beach, social media ect that there could be lustful situations. We shouldn't think that when going to a Christian outlet. As you know this is a major issue amongst people in general today, and it's gone silent in the church. Why? Because many struggle with it. I myself have had major issues with this in the past, still mentally trying to clear it up and is something I don't believe should be messed with. I to often see Christian creators using questionable lustful thumbnails for videos. Sorry if this sounds judgemental as I'm as imperfect as it gets, I just think we are way to easy on porn, lust and sexual issues.

[@LA-ty2ug]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@merlyn9391]

As a first time mom that is nursing my little one …your comment regarding a mother breastfeeding cracked me up 😂. Facts though. Thanks for keeping it real brother!

[@sarahcloud444]

The beat drop after killed me 😂😂 “You might see a breast” *dun* I hope you and your baby are happy and healthy!

[@HealthyLifestyleLiving60Plus]

Allen was right by what he said! He did not have to apologize. If you have a problem with lust get off the internet! Get to the threshing floor and get the healing you need. Thank you for sharing this video ❤️

[@arbretree5463]

So just to make sure I understand you correctly, do you think using softcore porn as a thumbnail is 100% acceptable for a Christian pastor?

[@jacobgraf7284]

12:45 I'm not worried that the picture would make me stumble; I just don't want to see a semi-pornographic image on a Christian's video.

[@evidenceincreation9520]

Exactly. Sad to see that so many Christians are becoming desensitized to nudity and sexual immorality.

[@ramonpooser2434]

Amen. God bless you both.

[@Babyboy_Matt]

Ruslan. Thank you for being on the internet. The world needs to hear what God has inspired you to say. I’m extremely greatful for the ministry God gave you

[@emmanuellar.belzince6134]

Thanks for covering your brother. The hardest challenge we face as believers is dealing with the judgment of RELIGIOUS people.

[@larks...3297]

I loved Allen's video .. it was so helpful to me. I am on a battle to stop watching secular music

[@lydiakamwine3902]

I pray that it goes well with your journey coz it hasn't been easy for me but by the help of the holy Spirit we shall overcome.

[@PeterHeang]

.. but how you be watching music tho? 😅

[@samueljennings4809]

@@PeterHeang Music videos, maybe? 🤷‍♂

[@tracyb.173]

Minister Allen Parr made an excellent video and had no reason to apologize for anything. You can't please everybody on these youtube streets. When you're on a mission for God. I agree with you Ruslan thanks for supporting another brethren in Christ. Peace n Love to you both.❤

[@Noapologiesprolife]

This was SUCH an amazing video. Honestly brother you gave way for the Holy Spirit to outdo itself. You are correct! We need to do DRASTIC actions to flee from temptation. The actions might even seems crazy to the people of this world, but that is what we are called to do. If someone is tempted with these things they need to separate themselves from social media. I understand not causing a brother to stumble, but we also need to be taking accountability for allowing ourselves to remain in spaces where we know we are feeling tempted!

[@akinjohnson9153]

You speak the TRUTH!!!! Keep doing your thing!

[@Mbaliez18]

I actually loved that video by brother Allen, it was the 1st video I ever watched of him and it was SPOT ON!!! we need people like him who are not afraid to raise awareness for Christians.

[@raychforchrist]

You're on point brother - totally agree with this!

[@marylinnieves6632]

Preach Ruslan! I couldn’t agree with you more… You and Allen have been major for me and many others that need some uplifting and truth when we’re not surrounded by that 24/7… Bless God for all that you both do… it’s greatly appreciated 🙏🏻💜

[@dasledogg64]

Thank you so much for this and supporting our brother. Also thank you for the Freemyhabits.

[@l.a.w.79]

I was surprised by how thorough Allen’s video was but I listened more than watched so I thought it was excellent. The only reason I was surprised is because he left no room for people to justify listening to that music!!!! I saw enough to know Allen’s coverage was done well and was needed!!! I did not know he apologized until your video and it’s unfortunate. No apology was required but he is a man of integrity. May the Lord bless and keep both of you.

[@vidyasamlall621]

I'm Hindu and saw Mr. Allen's video about kray kray Beyonce he didn't do or say anything bad so, he should not have to apologize.

[@sekoucoleman6325]

Great video. Brother Allen did well. It's all about having self control as the Bible says. You stated it right also. We have to understand what is on social media. There is no control over what is shared on there. We have to be aware of where we are in Christ and what we are battling against spiritually. Like Ruslan stated, we have no business being on social media if it's going to cause us to stumble. I will piggy back on that. We have choose to watch those things because as I mentioned before, due too where we are in Christ. Pray, fast, and read the continually to get stronger against the demons of lust, adultery, etc... Amen

[@JoshSmith-if9ce]

Thank you so much for making this video Ruslan!!! FACTS Spoken here.

[@annipanna]

My first thought was when I saw Allen's video was, "this picture is gonna cause people to lust and to check out more inappropriate pics." I agree with him apologising. Just bc Beyonce's picture is all over social media doesn't make it less inappropirate. My respect to Allen Parr!

[@jesseshaw4495]

Exactly!

[@JoshSmith-if9ce]

Did you listen to Ruslan's video? Your comment shows a big misunderstanding of anything he said here...

[@JamesS-C]

Years ago I chose to block certain TV channels and avoid certain popular TV shows. I didn’t require anyone else submit to my ways. I let some people know when they would bring up certain things that I was doing that. It wasn’t to change them; it was so they could understand why I might not know what they were talking about.

[@mattpeterson5453]

Allen Parr is why I watch you now ruslan and also my motivation for reading the Bible in chronological and it's been a great experience

[@Bibi-hh1md]

Thank you sir for bringing this up because I do express to certain types of people to get off the media due to agree to disagree.....espcially engaging in a conversation like civilzed adults. You also hit the nail right on the head shortly after talking about lust with the message pertaining to "If thy eye offends or causes you to sin pluck it out" I've always thought that when it comes to stuff like that the literal meaning is that you're supposed to turn the other cheek if something offends a person. You're supposed to turn around and go back a different direction, away from what's offending or sinning. Unfortunately we as people are born to sin but we can control how we treat one another.

[@cherimagdelan9252]

I dated a guy who was heavy into his “internet usage” and I used to grab his phone and snoop and check and things and let me tell you- after a few months of that- me, a straight a woman who was not enjoying what I was seeing on any emotional level (I was hurt and angry and not attracted to women) started looking at all women differently. It changes your brains y’all- I heard one man say- you don’t have to like a song to find yourself singing every word one day as you clean your car- how much of what we consume too much of is just in there making strong impressions on our brain-whether we like it or not or meant to or not or even realize it. Good video, Ruslan.

[@TommyNitro]

Good point. The brain is constantly learning, good or bad. And that will change how you see the world and even your tastes. I believe that was why Solomon stated to "guard your heart, for out of it come the issues of life".

[@shaymay2892]

Thanks for your transparency.

[@moneymastery4her54]

I watched Brother Allen’s video. I watched the video with you and your friend (I apologize, I forget his name) and I came back to watch this video. I completely agree with you. It’s easy for us to blame someone else for our weaknesses. It’s easy for us to ask others to walk on eggshells because we have a problem. We need to take full responsibility for our own issues. Those who regularly consume Brother Allen’s content whether you agree with him 99% of the time or not should know his heart. We aren’t always going to agree with everything that comes out of everyone’s mouths. It just won’t happen. Before we crucify people we should look at their fruit. We should ask questions instead of being outright accusatory. Most of all take responsibility for our own feelings and actions. It isn’t someone else’s responsibility to heal us or keep us on the straight and narrow.

[@legendofAble]

Thank you for taking the time to make this, it needed to be said

[@Ateyaaa]

Allen Parr is really good...I enjoy all his post....and its ok to be wrong sometimes...we are human

[@sarahlee8022]

Ruslan I think you may have misunderstood the person who addressed Allen's video. I do agree that we should blur out pics like that. Not because it's already out there but bcuz we should not be the one to show it. It's just like we bleep out swear words etc. We can still make the point by using the content but can leave out the unnecessary stuff. I don't think someone should not watch Allen's video if they have a lust problem bcuz they wud miss out on some of the awesome points that Allen shared. So gonna disagree with that point. I'm grateful for Allen's apology and appreciated his adjustments.

[@EthanEns]

Totally agree! The argument that we’re going to see things like that in the world anyway because we live in fallen world has never made sense to me. The world is the world. The church is the church. And the church is called to a higher standard! Yes, the world does sinful things that is out of our control but whether we SHOW those sinful things or not IS 100% in our control. So it’s very flawed logic.

[@jamesbatts4810]

You are absolutely correct in what you are saying. Someone needs to take a stand on this matter. Be blessed and God bless!

[@samanthahammondsrealtor]

I gotta agree with Allen. He shouldn’t have posted that image anywhere without it being blurred out. I appreciate his humility.

[@pw-sz6ds]

Blurring the image? What about the lyrics not being blurred that was showing those profanity words? As far as I’m concerned, the swearing being shown in the lyrics was worse than the image I saw before I clicked the video. Once the video begins, the image is gone. But throughout the video, you have to endure all the profanity spelled out.

[@samanthahammondsrealtor]

@@pw-sz6ds I guess it depends on the person, but the image can incite major sin issues in some people just as lust, imagine a person recovering from porn addiction scrolling allens page because its a trustworthy source and end up "relapsing" because of it... We as brothers and sisters in christ need to be aware of that, I did not watch allens beyonce video, but I am sure he probably put a WARNING before getting into the lyrics.. when your scorlling on IG there is no "warning" first.

[@itumelengtumimabule9899]

Great video... powerful message brother Ruslan. God bless you 🙏🏾

[@Colbychristie]

Im glad he apologized because I thought he was turning into a mainstream sell out Christian who was just trying to get clicks and followers. I’m glad he humbled himself. Dangerous area when you have that many followers.

[@godsonlywill76]

My brother and fellow kingdomite you absolutely nailed it to the T!!We as a body of believers truly and sincerely need to be real with ourselves and just flat out grow way up! What I found out is that a lot of Gods children (those of us that are so self righteous and holier than thou)are not ready for what we think we’re ready for. If you don’t stand for something you’ll fall for anything so in my opinion Alan Parr did a phenomenal job exposing such toxic and demonic foolishness! Definitely did it With class and biblical context.. you brothers keep it up and stay on the path that God has put you on because trust me, it’s working!!! To God be all the Glory through His children🔥

[@TigardCovenantWorshipGreenidge]

Thank you for being forthright. Our society needs to hear this.

[@I_amMe.]

It’s interesting how many Christians spend their precious time listening to artists and people they disagree with their ideology and then criticize them. What were you expecting to hear from Beyoncé album, You guys are giving them more publicity and spreading the awareness of these people. Why don’t we shine light on people doing the right things according to the Bible.

[@michaelhinojos8488]

I hear you, but I stay off social media and whatnot. Only place I've seen the album cover is Allen's video. I didn't know she even put out a new album.

[@bradyhadley4652]

💯 I can’t protect someone enough if they have a problem

[@jonathanedward5062]

Saw Allen's video before this one, and was first and foremost shocked of these lyrics and appreciated his message. I knew it would be explicit but really wanted to understand what was going on. The video title image caught my eyes, because the album is promoted all over town, so I knew exactly what this was about. But didn't think about the cover further (e.g. didn't zoom in, where now you say it, probably others did 😂) because I was interested in the content. So in that sense, I agree with Ruslan. If you struggle with lust, get off social media!

[@lindsaysummer5442]

Amen, Brother! Radical breakthroughs!

[@patricialong1714]

"It's a breast fam. Women have them." Quote of the year for me 😂

[@leilaniemontalvo4789]

Something I can always get from Ruslan is Authenticity! Keep it up brother.

[@Cybersecdebut]

Ruslan, could Allen have still gotten his point across with the picture being blurred? I believe he could have. Yeah, there may be some that are Pharisee-like and looking for something to call out but to say that everybody that disagreed with Allen about posting the album cover is a “hypothetical/weirdo”, or is somebody that struggles with lust is not accurate. There are some that would have never came across this album cover, if not for the thumbnail. My question is, why leave anything to chance? Why potentially cause one to stumble with something that can be easily hidden? Love the work your doing brother. God bless

[@larrymondello7488]

Spot on. She was basically nude.

[@realsaintryan]

God bless you brother and keep going!

[@thechurch5692]

I highly respect what he did (apologized for) & all that he said.

[@heidib9275]

100% correct!! This is a GREAT point Ruslan! Awesome….so glad you mentioned it. Thank you for calling out people who are trying to be superior and not sincerely motivated by the truth.

[@jrra13]

Why do you think that Beyonce chose the album cover??? There was a tremendous amount of thought put into her album cover. The image is supposed to be sexually provocative. The image is designed to make you lust after her and to encourage women to flaunt their sexuality. Allen needed to apologize. The power of the image is in her body not just the outfit. Those of us with more sexual physique have to be more careful about how much we show. It caused me to lust after her as well. Her body is just as built as the top tier strippers at Magic City and LIV. That's like telling people that we should be able to watch strippers dance and not lust after them. You based this entire video on your strength in this area. Praise God for that, but most brothers in Christ are weak in this area. The call of the Bible is on both Allen and the viewer, but No one should have to worry about seeing strippers on a Christian KZbin page. We don't see these images everyday because we filter our social media to block it out. I'm everywhere in the streets and I had never seen her album cover. Allen did what he was supposed to do. That's what humility looks like and being more concerned about your weaker brothers. I shouldn't have to filter Allen's KZbin page. And we all love Allen.

[@belteshazzar3392]

I've only seen the album cover posted by people criticizing it. Most of them censor the picture, though.

[@jrra13]

@@belteshazzar3392 exactly 💯 👏🏿

[@shanaeingram541]

Very good points!

[@jrra13]

@@shanaeingram541 thank you. I love me some Ruslan videos, but we all get things wrong sometimes. That's why we have brothers and sisters to challenge us. I under his points, but he has a tendency ( like us all) to make himself the standard of where Christians should be spiritually. We all have blind spots.

[@aprilm3453]

Very well said!

[@sarahgabaldon3216]

Amen brother, preach it loud and never stop.

[@esthyk175]

To be honest, when I clicked on the video I was not expecting to hear this, but the way you handled it just exceeded my expectations, you did a great job brother and you are on point on what you are saying about this issue 🙏🏼

[@da.ni.e.l]

Let's be balance in our teaching... Show mercy to those who are weak in faith

[@maththrive]

Porn and Lust is a huge issue. And what Allen Parr did was a good thing. My wife and I noticed Allen was posting more and more videos on defeating pornography and lust addiction. He’s been making videos despite how many views he gets on them compared to his other videos. He’s been pushing that fight hard this year and people who once struggled with pornography like me applaud him for that… So for him to lead a charge in that fight, I personally did not want to look at the thumbnail he put on the video. I may be free from pornography and lust, but I dare not look at it anyway. Just because I’m free from it doesn’t mean it can’t creep back up and entangle me if I’m not careful. Ultimately, all I did was scroll past his video and not watch it… I’m strong enough to do that. But if men are struggling and they fight hard to keep their KZbin search history and watch history clean (without having to clear their history), we expect someone who has been adamant about fighting porn and lust to not post a thumbnail like that. I may not know a lot about algorithms for KZbin but can’t that open KZbin up to recommending more crap that looks like that? I think what he did was good. Yes whoever is stumbling over a thumbnail should get off social media, but you can’t be a strong advocate on fighting lust yet think it’s okay to post a picture designed to lure struggling men in… He is a teacher and he held himself accountable for doing what the world is already doing. To be real, the second time I saw the Beyoncé image was when scrolling past his KZbin thumbnail. Though it’s everywhere, I avoided it and many other images floating out there. I dare believe that’s the nature of most men who have fought lust and pornography. The avoid it in all walks of life and part might be their first introduction to it. I think he did the right thing. I see what you’re saying, but whenever Parr seems to apologize or take things down, it’s because he really believes it.

[@Three721]

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[@shawnawilliams1597]

I agree with this. It could have been blurred a little more. Downplaying how graphic the pic is, is in my opinion compromising.

[@maththrive]

@@shawnawilliams1597 I think Russian is right though if someone is struggling. They need a purge. I kept a flip phone for 3 years myself to literally stay away from it. It’s an addiction and it can be sparked easily by looking at things. I think Russian is getting at the idea that Parr was probably told by someone to take the thumbnail down… Unless it’s his wife or the guys he’s featured on his videos on lust, I don’t think Allen Parr is capable of caving in… He literally spoke truths about tithe Seventh Day Adventist church being pushed by many to take his videos down, but he stood firm on his stance. Parr took that thumbnail down and apologized because he wanted to. That’s what I believe and I respect him for it.

[@aprilm3453]

@@shawnawilliams1597 💕

[@aprilm3453]

Well said!

[@marshawilliams6300]

Ruslan...love you man!! You Always speak TRUTH!!!

[@BSideRapReviews]

I spent half the video confused as how Beyoncé managed to post an explicit pic without it making headlines, just to find out that it was because Beyoncé never posted an explicit pic lol

[@RuslanKD]

THIS!!! This here😂😂😂

[@jaredchambers8938]

Wow.. The Humility of Allen really is astonishing..rate him pon a level man

[@DianapluckyTee]

His video was good and informing, however the image is an explicit image and should have been blurred out.

[@lovegod8582]

It’s not hypothetical. It’s principles.

[@RuslanKD]

It’s principles. The woman’s body isn’t sinful. The man’s heart is. That’s scripture. Matthew 15:19 Channel your principles through scripture. A breast is just a breast. We pervert it.

[@lovegod8582]

@@RuslanKD no, God created man and woman to be sexually attracted to one another. Why are women told to adorn themselves with modesty? Because God knows immodesty can cause a man to stumble. Both have responsibility!

[@KK66692]

I love both of you guy’s!!!!! We need sound doctrines and truth!!!! You both are God fearing teachers!!!!!! No apologies needed. WE NEED BIBLICAL TRUTH.

[@brianrasesa]

Amen Brother Ruslan!