Although the idea of “Christian Martial Arts” may always be controversial among different church groups, the Brilliant Christians group firmly believes that the Bible is to be obeyed. “Faith without works is dead.” (James 2:14).
Most moral people would not like to personally experience or see someone being bullied, raped or kidnapped into a human trafficking ring. Surely, nobody in their right mind would want to see their loved ones getting assaulted.
As Brilliant Christians, we want to empower other Christians to become more pro-active about their safety. So we offer free self defense mma classes to our members and volunteers who help this ministry. This project will be focused around the Southern California area at first, then hopefully in other cities. Much of the training will be in the cities of Rowland Heights, Diamond Bar, Covina, Hacienda Heights, West Covina, La Puente, Brea, and even some parts of Orange County and Los Angeles.
This training program is actually a better solution than just merely “not learning because we don’t like violence.” People who are not trained in an effective self defense system are usually more dangerous when faced with a life or death situation. In addition, according to UCLA Doctor Marc Schoen, individuals today have become more impatient and less adaptable to managing discomfort and stress- which can then make people more susceptible to anger.
Being trained with an effective martial arts system (combined with Christian principles) can actually help diminish reactions of violence. Christians who are trained well in MMA become more confident to only disable an attacker versus an untrained person who may be more likely to commiting murder out of uncontrolled anger. The Christian Martial Artist is also likely to be confident enough to not have to “prove themselves” because of the deadly combat skills they possess.
Most of all, Christians trained in martial arts have the tools to be able to help save their lives so they can live another day to share the Gospel. In addition, Christians who are proficient in MMA may be better equipped in helping save others from rape and assaults.
“Yes, God protects me. But who’s going to protect the unbeliever who is about to be victimized?”
“Love your neighbor as yourself.” – Jesus Christ (Mark 12:31)
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