President Ronald Reagan once stated, "America
was founded by people who believe that God was their rock of safety. I
recognize we must be cautious in claiming that God is on our side, but I think
it’s all right to keep asking if we’re on His side." No truer words
could be spoken especially in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling on
marriage. This decision has sent
emotional tremors throughout our nation. While multitudes are erupting in
praise, others stand weeping. The turmoil has caused me to reflect upon God and
our Christian response to decisions of government that disappoint us. So, how should we react? The humorist, Mark
Twain once said "It is by the goodness of God that in our country we have
those three unspeakably precious things: freedom of speech, freedom of
conscience, and the prudence never to practice either of them." That
directive will result in a display of wisdom in most situations; however, it
will not work for all of life’s challenges.
These are days of anger, frustration, and perceived futility. But for
the Christian they can be looked upon as a season of testing. We have the freedom to express our thoughts
and feelings; the freedom to uphold and embrace those convictions that are in
keeping with a pure conscience believing that God is standing with us. Yet, in
the expression of that freedom we must continually ask, “Are we on God’s
side?” Although we find disagreement with
decisions that oppose our faith, any speech given without prayer, any statement
offered without love, and any attitude displayed without respect, places us at
odds with God. In essence, we are to
exemplify the life of Christ. He wasn’t given to compromise but was
considerate. He never sought for uniformity but for unity. He never lingered
with the antagonists of God’s law but loved them ceaselessly. We as Christians
should do the same. Following His example will merit the Father’s favor and
will perpetuate a blessed America!
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