Walking through (so-called) Upheaval

Well, election night has come and gone and there is so much to reflect on. First and foremost, we are reminded that our trust is in the Lord and not in man. We know that with man, we shall be disappointed, either sooner or later -- if not both. We do have a high calling to pray for our leaders, whether of our political persuasion or not. We need to pray that the president-elect will choose wise advisers and not only choose them, but listen to them. The country is in need of healing, but the healing needed cannot be accomplished through politics or policies. There is so much in the media about "dealing with the results of the election" and how to manage the disappointment. The only way that we will see real healing is when Christians get real with God and allow Him to work in and through them. Then and only then, we will see healing begin. The general populace is divided, but the greatest cause of the division is spiritual, not financial nor cultural. Natural man wants nothing to do with a God that convicts of sin and carnal Christians want the love and grace of God without the holiness and justice. When I see God for who He is, then I will have opportunity and desire to minister to my neighbors. I also need to present myself in a way that is appealing to them; they will never be impacted by my message if they find me strange. I do not need to be like the world, but I do need to be liked if I am to impact their lives.

Now, back to the election (results). It is obvious that there is a divide in America. We are divided on so many fronts that some would say we are fractured, if not even shattered. The only way to heal such a problem is to address it honestly and present Christ to the lost. Our purpose in sharing the gospel is not to solve our political problems, but to solve the genuine problems that afflict our land. Only when we love God and live for Him will He bless our land.

So, let us pray for our leaders and and live for God as we seek to spread the gospel to the lost world, especially those across the street, down the block, or across the fence.