If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways: then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sins, and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14
We are reminded in this scripture how important it is to stand up for what we believe in and acknowledge it in all ways. We should remember that our forefathers, at the risk of losing their very lives, but with strong faith in God, wrote the Declaration of Independence on Christian principles, asking for God’s blessing and leadership for our country. The Declaration of Independence declares freedom FOR religion, not freedom AGAINST religion, as some would interpret it today.
Our criminal court system is set in place to uphold God’s laws (the Ten Commandments.) Our physical world was created and is sustained by God’s law. Isn’t it time that we as Christian individuals take responsibility and ask God to heal our land? We must then love, trust, and obey him enough to do our part as he directs us.
An analogy:
A mountain climber, after reaching a height of 50 feet lost his footing, went tumbling and sliding down the side of the mountain about 20 feet before he was able to grasp a branch and stop his fall. He yelled for help, “Is there anyone up there?" he cried. The Lord answered, “Yes, I am here.”
Climber: “Lord, please help me or I will surely die.”
LORD: “Son, do you love me?”
Climber: “Yes, Lord, I love You.”
LORD: “Will you repent and follow my ways?”
Climber: “Yes, Lord, I’m asking forgiveness for my sins, and I promise I’ll follow You.”
LORD: “Will you obey me?”
Climber: “Yes, Lord, I’ll do anything You say.”
LORD: “Alright, Son, I’ll save you….just turn loose of the limb.”
The climber looked down at the 30 foot drop below him and after a few minutes he replied, “Is there anyone else up there?”
What would your answer have been?
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