It seems that our culture is becoming less tolerant of differences rather than more tolerant (my opinion). When we make statements which are Biblical and have been trusted for decades, those same words are somehow labeled as hateful. If we state that Jesus is the only way to salvation, we are said to not be respectful to other religions. Even when we remind others that Jesus died for the sins of ALL people, they resent that they may have to give up their sins to accept Him and to follow Him. I pray that you will stand strong in your faith…that you will name the name of Jesus openly…AND that you will continue to share the Good News with those who still desperately need to know Him!! Be that blessing!
PLEASE proclaim this verse to all of your friends, family, and co-workers for His kingdom. Ask if they ever feel persecuted for being a Christian. Ask if they feel that they can publicly proclaim their faith. Listen to how they respond. We all may experience it a bit differently based on our age, state of residence, etc. yet I am sure we do all experience the impact of the changes that are happening all around us. Share your faith with those around you. Let your life and light shine for Him. Continue to Take Time For God’s Word© daily and as you see people exalt Him publicly, then repeat this verse as “107:32” and use those freedoms while we still can. Most cell phones have a ‘Record’ option on them. You can press RECORD and then read or say anything and it is then captured for later replay. This may be a verse that you record now and play back again and again. It is often helpful to hear your own voice and your own words to reinforce a verse or a message that you do not want to forget. Try it out. Hit PLAY several times so that you hear if often. It will leave and impression on you. It will encourage you. We need to encourage ALL Christians to ‘exalt Him publicly…and before the leaders of nations.”
We begin the monthly prayer cycle with our prayers for ALL of the women and men who are serving (or who have served) in any of the branches of our military in any role or act of service. They have sacrificed their service on our behalf. Some have sustained injuries which will be with them the rest of their lives. It requires the support of families and loved ones. It requires ongoing commitment. We owe them our THANKS. Help them. Be there for them. Tell them how much you appreciate their service. They have been a blessing to us. Now let us return that blessing to them. Pass it on by speaking out the message of love and salvation to all who will hear. Let us exalt His name together!
