Francis Schaeffer wrote a book in the 1970's entitled, "How Shall We Then Live? The Rise and Fall of the Western Thought and Culture." He walks the reader through the ages from Rome to the time of the 1970's. His careful warning was that we were following the same path the previous generations took, which led to their downfall. Here we are 40 years later and a lot of what he warned about has occurred.
But not to worry, panic or run to the hills! No fretting and saying to the Lord, "Do you not know? Can't you see? Where are you when I need you most?" The Lord God is the everlasting God, maker of heaven and earth. There is nothing that worries him or catches him by surprise. He does not grow weary and his strength never fails. He even calls the stars by name and not one of them is missing.
He tells us to be sober and vigilent. He says understand the times and know what to do. He calls us to be salt and light in this dark world. He tells us to stand strong and have our spiritual armour on. He said that we should live such godly lives that those around us will turn and praise God in heaven.
So don't be discouraged or be afraid. He knows and cares. He will never leave us nor forsake us. He will help us and guide us. He tells us to cast all our cares on him, for he cares for us. Go read Psalm 23 again and then Matthew 6:32-33.
Rise up oh people of God, have done with lessor things. Give heart and soul and mind and strength to serve the King of Kings! Let you joy be evident, the Lord is near.
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Hi Bro.,
Well said words, many folks in my church are anxious these days. I sometimes fall into the same trap. The Lord is still on His throne and He has not lost His joy!
Stay strong and keep the fires burning. Hope everyone in your house is doing well.
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