AMERICA, WHERE ARE WE HEADED?

AMERICA, WHERE ARE WE HEADED?

Unfortunately, the current state of our union can be accurately characterized as a destructive descent into widespread deception and unprecedented division.  The following insights of Georgia Anne Beyer are entirely apropos for serious self-reflection in this challenging and corruptible hour. 

“I have come to the conclusion that it is impossible to have a moral community or nation without faith in God, because without it everything rapidly comes down to “me,” and “me” alone is meaningless.  Today Americans have stopped acting in terms of their own moral, ethical and religious beliefs and principles.  They've stopped acting on what they know is right -- and the “me” has become the measure of everything.  However, moral societies are the only ones that work.  If anyone thinks there is not a direct and invaluable relationship between personal integrity in a society and that society's prosperity, that person has simply not studied history.  Great moral societies that are built upon faith in God, honor and the law blossom…because people respect their fellowman…because they have a common belief in something beyond themselves.  It simplifies life immensely; you do not waste and spend your days fighting for turf, for privilege, for money and for power over your fellowman.”

My friends, let us remember and reflect on the sage words of King Solomon: “Righteousness exalts a nation.” (Proverbs 14:34)  If we are to survive and thrive, individual and collective repentance is required; and it must begin with the people of God. (II Chronicles 7:14) 

Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING. Maranatha!