Brief Summary
This YouTube video features a conversation with Pastor G. Craig Lewis, who shares insights on hip-hop culture, its spiritual implications, and the importance of the church in today's world. He discusses the origins of hip-hop, its connection to ancestral worship, and how it has influenced contemporary society. Lewis also touches on the feminization of men in hip-hop, the dangers of celebrity idolatry, and the role of AI in manipulating content. He emphasizes the need for believers to be grounded in their faith, to discern the spirits behind cultural trends, and to seek originality through God. The video concludes with a prayer for listeners to encounter God and a clear explanation of the gospel.
- Hip-hop's origins are rooted in ancestral worship and corrupted intentions.
- Celebrity idolatry and AI pose significant threats to spiritual well-being.
- The church is essential for community, modeling, and protection against deception.
- Discerning the spirits behind cultural trends is crucial for believers.
- Genuine faith requires originality, repentance, and a focus on glorifying God.
Introduction and Gratitude
The host expresses deep gratitude for Pastor G. Craig Lewis's presence, acknowledging his significant influence on his spiritual journey. He recounts his initial attempts to reach out to Pastor Lewis and his surprise at receiving a response. Pastor Lewis expresses his appreciation for the host's dedication to truth and acknowledges the importance of his work for the current generation. He mentions thoroughly reviewing the host's content to ensure alignment with his values.
A Word from God
Pastor Lewis shares a message he received from God specifically for the host, emphasizing that God is not finished with him and that the current timing and events confirm God's ongoing work in his life. He notes that the host's greatest adversary is himself, urging him to move forward with the commission and license God has given him. Pastor Lewis highlights that the insights and revelations the host received in the past are even more relevant now, with additional pieces of the puzzle being revealed. He emphasizes that God has chosen the host for a unique purpose and that his voice is prophetic, even if it leads to increased opposition.
The Genesis of X Ministries
The host inquires about the origins of Pastor Lewis's ministry and his focus on music. Pastor Lewis explains that he was always inquisitive, constantly questioning the "why" behind things. He recalls a pivotal moment when, as a child, he questioned the use of pronouns in a gospel song, which led to a deeper understanding of ministry. Despite being a talented musician with record deals, God directed him to turn down opportunities, leading him to seek God's specific purpose for his life. He recounts an experience where God used a physical incident involving his son to prevent him from signing a record deal, ultimately leading him to wake up at 3:00 a.m. to seek God's direction.
A Vision of the Enemy
Pastor Lewis shares that God revealed the message of X Ministries to him through a vision. He saw the devil worship and outward expressions of demons in heavy metal music, such as biting off bat heads, drinking blood and urine, pentagrams, skulls, wild hair, piercings and tattoos. God warned him that this influence would soon target African-American children, leading them to devil worship. This revelation was particularly striking because, in his experience, black people were generally fearful of the devil and tried to distance themselves from such practices.
The Fatherless Generation
Pastor Lewis explains that God showed him a generation would rise due to fatherlessness and imprisonment, expressing themselves through their fathers' sins. He illustrates this with a story of a woman from Zaire whose son was possessed by his father's spirit, causing him to uncontrollably dance tribal dances. He connects this to the hip-hop subculture, where young men emulate incarcerated fathers by wearing do-rags, sagging pants, and getting tattoos. God revealed that this would become the norm.
The Truth Behind Hip Hop
Pastor Lewis recalls speaking about these issues on Halloween, using magazines and CDs to show examples like the backwards "Mr. Ouija" message in Bone Thugs and Harmony's music. He explained how reading the message in a mirror was a confession spoken into one's soul, opening the community to a dark spirit. He notes that young black men now look totally different as a result. Despite initial skepticism, God trusted him with this message, taking him worldwide to warn the church. He turned down interviews with major media outlets to focus on warning the church about the incoming spirit that would affect the youth and future pastors.
The Corrupted Origins of Hip-Hop
The host questions whether hip-hop was always corrupt or if it was corrupted over time. Pastor Lewis asserts that hip-hop was corrupt from its inception because its creators were corrupt. Afrika Bambaataa, a founder of hip-hop, went to Africa and learned the ways of the Zulus, who practice ancestral worship. He brought those spirits back and made raps and beats about their power. Planet Rock, for example, is about false god worship, as the planets were considered gods by the Zulus.
The Power of Frequency
Pastor Lewis emphasizes that music is never just beats; it carries the heart of the creator. He references King David, whose music soothed Saul because of David's heart and disposition. He shares a story from Topeka, Kansas, where a man working for Afrika Bambaataa revealed that he positioned himself in the center of the United States to play music with frequencies designed to affect people in various ways. After praying with the man and casting out the devil, the records mysteriously disappeared from the locked church, suggesting supernatural intervention.
Feminization of Men and Gender Confusion
Pastor Lewis discusses the feminization of men in hip-hop, noting that artists like Tupac and Cam'ron defied gender markers by wearing women's clothing and accessories. He explains that confusing genders stops procreation, marriage, and causes youth to question their orientation. This desensitization leads young people to accept these things as normal because they are prevalent in music.
The Evolution of Hip-Hop's Message
The host observes that the negative influences in hip-hop were more implicit in the past but are now explicit. Pastor Lewis agrees, noting that he had to search for hidden messages in the past, such as Jay-Z spelling his name "Hova" to call himself Jehovah. Now, artists openly incorporate Baphomet worship, pentagrams, Yoruba practices, and other occultic elements into their music and performances. He mentions Beyonce's use of Yoruba imagery and rituals in her concerts. He has been revealing these things through his "Truth Behind Hip Hop" series, which is currently at 14 parts.
Michael Jackson and Aliester Crowley
The host brings up Pastor Lewis's past discussions about Michael Jackson, questioning if he might have been too critical. Pastor Lewis affirms his research was used in court cases and that God revealed Jackson's involvement with Aliester Crowley's teachings. Crowley taught musicians how to channel Nephilim spirits to gain fame. Pastor Lewis explains that the overwhelming reactions people have to certain celebrities are due to these channeled spirits, not just their music or movies.
The Old Ones and the Flood
Pastor Lewis explains that Aliester Crowley and others learned how to channel spirits from the flood through blood sacrifice and other practices. These spirits are the disembodied spirits of the Nephilim, the offspring of angels and humans from Genesis 6, who were destroyed in the flood. Unable to go to heaven or hell, they roam the earth looking for hosts. By becoming hosts for these spirits, artists gain a polarizing presence and power.
Idolatry and Celebrity
The conversation shifts to idolatry and celebrity, with the host noting the increasing presence of devilish elements in the movie industry, citing the movie "Sinners" as an example. He asks how believers can avoid the trap of celebrity when they are often elevated by others. Pastor Lewis emphasizes the importance of being secure in one's identity as a human being, not a human doing, and not being driven by applause or social media metrics.
The End of Social Media
Pastor Lewis warns that social media is on its last leg and that AI will soon alter content. He believes COVID-19 was a planned event to force everyone online, making it easier for the devil to isolate people from the church and authority. He compares AI to the forbidden knowledge in the Garden of Eden, knowledge void of spirit.
The Days of Noah Repeating
Pastor Lewis connects AI to the knowledge from the flood, noting that the spirits who built the antediluvian age had far superior knowledge. He emphasizes that the Bible says the days of Noah will repeat themselves, referring to the angels coming down and having sex with women, empowering them and reversing the roles of creation. He points out how superhero movies now often portray women in traditionally male roles, and how scientists are recreating extinct species, likening it to the movie Jurassic World.
Christian Hip Hop
The host asks about Christian hip-hop and gospel music, questioning if they need to be discarded. Pastor Lewis says Christian hip-hop artists need to be taught, as many are talented but mimic the world. He argues that hip-hop, rooted in false god worship and deviant behavior, cannot be made Christian. Instead, believers should create their own thing, singing a new song to the Lord. He notes that Christian hip-hop has not been fruitful, with many artists becoming bootleg versions of secular artists.
The Father Wound
Pastor Lewis explains that hip-hop had such an impact on the inner city because many young people are fatherless and outsource their identity. They mirror their incarcerated fathers, perpetuating a street culture that makes bad good and good bad. He emphasizes the importance of fathers pointing their children to God.
The War Against the Devil
Pastor Lewis clarifies that he is not at war with those in music but with the devil. He loves music and plays in his church's band every Sunday. He emphasizes that the biggest part of what we do is to bring glory and honor to God, and that God wants all of what we're able to do for His glory.
Human Beings vs. Human Doings
Pastor Lewis stresses that God created human beings, not human doings. Most musicians are human doings, focused on checks and external validation. He calls for repentance and a shift in focus to seeking God for originality. He notes that the industry often degrades good starts, and pastors need to mentor musicians and teach them the true purpose of their gifts.
Abraham and Isaac
The host references the story of Abraham and Isaac, noting that God may ask us to put down what He has blessed us with to test our willingness to surrender and hold loosely to those blessings. Pastor Lewis shares his own experience of God telling him to stop making music and sell everything before revealing the message of X Ministries. He emphasizes that whatever we are not willing to put down has us.
The Importance of Trusting God
Pastor Lewis recounts how, after starting his church, God shut him down and told him he was not doing church the right way. He had to recover for a year before starting again, this time with God's guidance. He emphasizes the importance of trusting God and allowing Him to lead, even in the details of ministry.
What Would Jesus Listen To?
The host raises the point that people often use music for leisure and may see these discussions as too deep. Pastor Lewis challenges this by asking, "What would Jesus listen to?" He suggests that if Jesus were riding in the car with us, we would be careful not to play anything that contradicts Him. He argues that listening to secular music requires a departure from God.
Elijah and the Still Small Voice
The host shares that sometimes, after pouring out and leading, he just wants to decompress and set down the weight of his responsibilities. Pastor Lewis uses the biblical example of Elijah, who, after a great feat at Mount Carmel, was threatened by Jezebel and wanted to die. God showed him a powerful display of thunder, lightning, and collapsing mountains, but God was not in it. Instead, God was in a still small voice, reminding Elijah that He was there even in his weakness.
The Fullness of Understanding
The host shares a story about the moment he first held his son, emphasizing that he loved him completely at that moment, regardless of his future talents or achievements. He connects this to our relationship with God, noting that we are loved fully by God, not based on our performance. He emphasizes that we often outsource our identity and seek validation from external sources, leading to a loss of self when those things are taken away.
Christian Hip Hop vs Christian Rap
The host makes a distinction between Christian hip-hop and Christian rap. He says that hip-hop glorifies what they have, what they can do, and who they are, while Christian artists glorify God and give Him credit for everything they receive. He believes that hip-hop culture glorifies replacements and stand-ins, things that should have never been there.
The Spirit of Hip Hop
Pastor Lewis shares an experience where he encountered a demon who identified himself as "Hip Hop." This encounter solidified his belief that hip-hop is not just a genre but a spirit. He explains that he was dealing with a demon in a man, and after dealing with the demons of his wife, the demon manifested in him. The demon was arrogant and defiant, and Pastor Lewis had to call on angels to help him cast it out.
Sacrifice and the Illuminati
The host asks if people who reach the heights of hip-hop have to make sacrifices or give up their bodies. Pastor Lewis confirms that this is where X Ministries came from, being the first to talk about the Illuminati and these sacrifices. He explains that talent alone is not enough to reach the top; there has to be something else. The devil offers fame and riches in exchange for service and a right of passage.
Selling Your Soul
Pastor Lewis asserts that if you sell your soul to the devil, you owe him your soul. He challenges the idea that anyone can get out of such a deal, noting that no one who has achieved world fame has ever truly escaped. He warns that even accepting the perks offered by the enemy is as good as worship.
The River and Mommy Wata
The host shares a story from his Nigerian background about people seeking help from witch doctors for fertility. Pastor Lewis explains that these practices often involve locking the womb and then offering a solution to unlock it. He connects this to Beyonce's involvement with Yoruba practices and the unleashing of unrest during the pandemic through Yoruba ceremonies in the streets.
The Church's Role
Pastor Lewis emphasizes that the internet cannot create community or real modeling. Jesus created the church for modeling, where people can see faith in action. He warns about the dangers of AI and the potential for digital manipulation. He explains that the local church is more necessary now than ever, as it provides examples, models, and accountability.
The Importance of the Local Body
Pastor Lewis stresses the importance of the local church, noting that even pastors are not perfect and need to show their flaws. He explains that children need to see examples of people making mistakes and getting back up. He warns that the enemy wants to attack our identity, family structure, and the church, all to destroy what God intended for us.
Intentionality and the Truth About Hip Hop
The host emphasizes the need for the church to be intentional, as the current situation is not a coincidence but a setup. He expresses his desire to learn more about the truth behind hip-hop and shares that he will include links to Pastor Lewis's resources in the video description. Pastor Lewis explains that he keeps much of his content proprietary due to licensing issues and a desire not to fund the artists he is exposing.
Streaming and Digital Control
Pastor Lewis warns about the dangers of streaming and the cloud, noting that they give others control over our content and allow them to learn from us. He explains that the enemy wants to be omnipresent and that the internet makes this possible. He believes that there is a digital version of all of us in the hands of the enemy, created from our content and uploads.
A Call to Prayer and Action
The host expresses his frustration and emphasizes the need for the Lord, His voice, and each other. He asks Pastor Lewis to pray for those who are conflicted and convicted, for artists, leaders, unbelievers, and atheists to encounter God. Pastor Lewis emphasizes that he is on every believer's side and is fighting the devil, not people.
A Prayer for Listeners
Pastor Lewis prays for listeners to have open ears and eyes to understand the vital importance of these things in the last stage of human existence. He asks God to help them prepare for His coming and to be ready when He comes for them.
The Gospel Message
Pastor Lewis shares the gospel message, explaining that we are all sinners deserving of hell, but God sent His Son Jesus to die for us as a substitutionary sacrifice. He emphasizes the need to repent of our sin, believe in Jesus exclusively, and confess Him as Lord. He encourages listeners to pray and accept Jesus into their hearts, surrendering their lives to the Holy Spirit.
Salvation and Next Steps
Pastor Lewis explains that if you have prayed and believed in Jesus, you are saved. He encourages new believers to contact the channel to find a local church and to renounce all other gods, believing exclusively in the Son of God.
