Worthy is the Lamb: HOW MUCH SHOULD CHRISTIANS BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS?

Wednesday, July 5, 2017

HOW MUCH SHOULD CHRISTIANS BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS?

I don't have the answer to this question and I'm not sure there is one. Many denominations forbid it, others encourage it, and a few demand it. I have found no Biblical principle that prohibits us from voting but we are so unique. We are the youngest nation and we were created and founded for religious freedom. We dedicated our country to the Living God, Our Creator, YHWH. We've been blessed for a long time but I see we've been steadily declining since the 60s. When prayer was taken out of schools, it seemed to have a domino effect. Now, certain religions are allowed but not the Judeo-Christian faiths on which we were founded. I guess as long as it doesn't consume you, it's good to keep watch on what's going on and I would prefer that MY representatives believe in our Creator. I want them to have a high moral standard but not to force it on others or use it as judgment but to allow Him to guide them in His will. They have some very difficult decisions to make and I pray they do it in prayer and soberly.

Also, I want to encourage everyone to research any pastor or church, whether they are online or in person to see if they preach the truth. However, you have to allow that there are some things we can agree to disagree on and that pastors are fallen men and are not always right. They are going to be wrong. It doesn't make them a false prophet. There are plenty of false prophets and churches out there and most of you are aware of them and if you know someone who follows them, I encourage you, in Christian love, to teach them the truth. However, I read a Bible verse last night that struck a nerve. I have tried to find it but have no idea where it is but it talks about things that God hates. One is those who cause discord in the body of Christ. Well, I've said it a lot today so once more won't hurt...THE TRUTH SHALL SET YOU FREE. I realized I've spoken very harshly against them when I should have been praying for them. I guess because I was so bad deceived and then Spiritually abused as well as stalked and threatened by 2 well-known false churches, I decided to do everything I could to keep others from going through it.

Here is what helps me. First, do a wee bit of research but, at the same time, consider the source. Every pastor or man of God and all the mega-churches are labeled as a false prophet and that means everyone who preaches from Billy Graham to Joel Osteen. Of course some are but WHY are the labeled this way? Go to Bible.org and read some of their articles on what a real false prophet is and go from there. The only thing I will say is that these mega-churches probably fall into that category. We don't go to church to be entertained and have our ears tickled. If the truth hurts, usually that's conviction. We should go to learn and grow, fellowship and community outreach. Also, beware of certain doctrines that are not Biblical, especially this we are "little gods" because we are made in His likeness and this sowing seed money of faith because God's will is for all of us to be rich. I will say this, Jesus said "It's easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to go to the Kingdom of God," and "money is the root of all evils." There's more but that's enough to prove my point. If it's hard for the rich to be with Him, then why is it His will that we become rich? John 3:16-17 answers that. There's nothing wrong with having money (nor not having any) but too often when you are wealthy, money becomes your idol. You read the stock market reports before you read the Bible. All your hope is on your bank account but I'm telling you, we are nearing a financial collapse that will make the Great Depression seem like nothing. Also, I would not advice you to invest your money in gold or silver either and especially not oil. Help the needy. I promise you it's far more satisfying than having a bigger bank account. Doing good feels good. Why? Because you glorified God. Not because of what YOU did by giving money you won't miss but it's all about Him. God will provide. Well, maybe He means YOU will do His will by helping your struggling neighbor and it doesn't have to be about money! Also, don't lend money but give it to them if you can. Tell them to pay it forward if they try to pay you back. In all things, glorify God. Store up your treasures with Him because that's where your heart will be. I have nothing but we give everything we can when we are blessed with financial gain. I got one of $220 last week. The timing could not have been more perfect either. You most certainly reap what you sow.

I ask for your help in forming a prayer chain for all people who claim to be men of our God and our Savior, Christ Jesus. Call them out by name to Him. Pray for the Body of Christ and if we have concerns about the credibility of someone, let's search the scriptures. However, I have seen some new movements that worry me. One is that the God of the Old Testament is not YHWH and that one scares me a lot. I believe they are badly mistranslating something our Messiah said to the Pharisees but I do not agree with his conclusions. Be very careful of what you watch and listen to. Also, about music, I like some of the new CCM and I do listen to it but worship is more than emotions. It's not about feelings so if you wake up and don't feel "saved," don't worry. It's not about that but you have God's word that assures you. You are righteous by His blood. Worship the Creator YHWH, and our God and Savior, Christ Jesus and not the creation. After all, it's all about...