The 2014
midterm election is fast approaching and soon we will be bombarded by ads on
TV, radio and every other media source. Most of the polls predict a GOP
takeover of the Senate and part of me cheers this possibility. However, the
answers to our nation’s problems lie not in DC but in an Awakening of the
hearts and minds of the people.
At this point
in time taking our country back is going to involve more than electing a new
House and Senate. It is not enough to elect conservative politicians and then
throw them to the wolves in the media, the DC culture and the corruption
therein. It is also not sufficient to call and write our elected officials to
encourage them to do the “Right” thing. It is going to require prayer, and lots
of it, to turn our nation back to God, the US Constitution, the rule of law and
America’s founding principles.
Since President
Obama has taken office the world has become a more dangerous place because of
his failed foreign policy. Our nation is also deeper in debt than it has ever
been and with Obamacare and our porous southern border we are digging a hole so
deep it will take generations to recover. On the social front some are using
the courts in an attempt to deny Christians our God given liberty and right of
free speech. The hope and change we were promised has become hell and chaos and
the America we have known and loved has become more difficult to recognize.
With America having forfeited her leadership role in the world some are wondering if this nation can recover while others ask if God can be restored to His rightful place. The answer is yes! With the Lord all things are possible and it is in Him we have unlimited wisdom to turn any situation to His glory and for our good. As I have often said the Lord has an answer to everything because He, the Almighty, All Powerful God of Heaven and Earth is ever our answer.
It is easy to
become frustrated by the evil we see, the many issues affecting our nation and
how the failing economy has affected our families. It is also easy to forget who
we are and whom we serve. Distraction is one of Satan’s favorite tools to keep
us occupied elsewhere rather than focused on Kingdom business. Jesus said: “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and
his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33
KJV) It is when we focus on the Lord
and on His plan He shows us the way to solve not only our nation’s ills but our
own problems.
It is easy to attribute our nation’s ills to people, political parties and government policies and they are responsible in their own right. However, as Christians we must also remember we have a supernatural enemy who is directing the world’s affairs. The Bible calls Satan the “destroyer” and it is to his voice too many have listened and obeyed.
One area in which Satan has been successful is dividing us as a nation and pitting us against each other. I have written about division before but it seems to have only gotten worse throughout the months since then. Have you noticed most of the strife is on the Right but those on the Left seem to agree more often than not on the liberal agenda and usually work together to see it through? This is all a part of Satan’s diabolical plan because he knows if he can divide the opposition and keep his own on the same page he will be able to achieve his goal. Satan understands what Jesus meant when He said, “Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” Matthew 12:25 KJV) I pray the GOP will understand as well.
Even the
Church is divided on issues and though believers might have disagreement on
some issues it is surprising how many have turned their backs on God’s Word in
support of abortion, gay marriage and Israel. Christians have allowed politics
to influence their beliefs and separate them from the Truth of the Word. For
example, the other evening when speaking at an event of Middle Eastern
Christians Senator Ted Cruz was booed off of the stage for his support of
Israel.
I am not here
to judge another for God alone is our Judge but in contemplating these and
other issues I have noticed how political ideology has divided the Church. This
only proves God Word is Truth “for where
envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.” (James 3:16)
Jesus prayed the Father we would all be one (John 17) but throughout Christian history argument and even war has arisen between believers. At times, the Lord’s commandment to love one another has fallen on deaf ears. This needs to change and in these last days when evil seems to be winning we must come together, under the banner our Lord and Savior, and fight against those who are attempting to destroy Christianity and not against each other.
One way to do this is through prayer
and opening our hearts to those with whom we don’t always agree. Our central
focus should always be our common belief in Jesus Christ because He is our Lord
and Savior and it is by His shed Blood we have been redeemed. Jesus is asking
each of us; “why call ye me Lord, Lord,
and do not the things which I say?” (Luke 6:46 KJV) As our King He has
commanded us to walk in love so let us humble ourselves and obey. We have much
to accomplish but if we are to restore our nation we must begin by searching
our own hearts.
Some have
compared America’s decline to Rome because our generation has accepted that
which our parents would have shunned. Though it is true there are similarities
with Rome, there is one huge difference because America was dedicated to God by
George Washington on April 30, 1789 and the Lord has not forgotten his prayer.
Though some have turned their backs on God and others have done their utmost to
push Him out of our society many of us have been diligent in interceding for
America at God’s Throne.
It is in
seeking the Lord and putting Him and His Word first we will obtain the wisdom and
courage to follow the Lord’s instructions and lead our nation back to the path
of righteousness. I’ve heard some say America is not in the Book of Revelation
because it is destroyed prior to the Tribulation. However, what if this is
misguided and we give up and allow America to be destroyed? Is there anyone who
doesn’t believe the enemy of our souls is clever enough to perpetrate lies
among us for the sole purpose of gaining advantage over God’s people? I don’t
claim to be a Biblical scholar or a prophecy expert but I am a Christian who
loves the Lord and who believes: “the
effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” (James 5:16 KJV)
If Satan is able to discourage us, distract us, make us fearful or otherwise keep us focused on the wrong things then he has the ability to thwart God’s plan and pursue his own. As God’s people we cannot allow it to happen and so we must stand for what is right and fight for what we believe. We are the Lord’s earthly Army and Father God’s plan must be ours also. We should neither fear nor hold back. Now is the time to suit up and take the Sword out of its sheath and now is the time to push back demonic forces.
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in
the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that
ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not
against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against
the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high
places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to
withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins
girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your
feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the
shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of
the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit,
which is the word of God: praying always with all prayer and supplication in
the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for
all saints;” (Ephesians 6:10-18 KJV)
We will then
be able to take our nation back for God and ourselves. May the Lord grant us
the Awakening for which we pray and may He bless our efforts as He leads us to
victory. Amen.
Ronni K. 9/12/2014
