Let There Be Light

   After I posted yesterday, I had the feeling that there was something wrong. Not particularly what my thoughts were, and I can certainly be in error on a lot of things, but there was a feeling of incompleteness, something more to be said.

   It was that way this morning, that feeling was still there as I got up earlier than usual and had some time to not only walk, but spend some time in reading. The theme of my Bible reading and some other articles that sprung up from that showed me why my feelings were so.

   I do believe that recent events, not only those of the past week, but the trend of happenings in our country shows a need to be concerned.

   But not fearful…

   If the trend continues, and the world out there is more antagonistic to the church, Christians will have the opportunity to show those around us what true following Christ looks like. We are called to be salt and light in the world, and those characteristics will be very noticeable as the world looks increasing different.

   We don't need to be mad at the world and the decisions made by those in power, but show the fruits of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, gentleness, self control...

   If we truly want to be Christ followers that live to make a difference, and if we want to ask the question "What would Jesus do?", the lines may not be so blurry as when the world likes us, or at least tolerates us.

   What we need is wisdom and power, but not just those qualities. The key is Godly Wisdom and God's Power.

   I read Romans 1 this morning, Paul's letter to those living in the seat of the Empire's power. He outlines the moral decline that takes place when a country takes God out of the equation. Scary…

   While I definitely want the best for our land, and pray that we, as a nation, will turn back to God, I also want to be faithful to the One who calls us.

   Let There Be Light