Recently two friends have raised political issues in the e-mails we exchange. One friend wanted me to read a book about the divisions between Christians caused by their political views, berating conservatives. The other friend wanted me to view the documentary about Christian Nationalism.
There is so much happening in the world that troubles me. As I received the e-mails I was stressed. It doesn’t seem like there is a respite from controversy and emotional reactions. After sleeping on the recommendation, I looked up a review of the book and decided that it would only upset me.
I wondered what the term, Christian Nationalism, actually means. I did a search for articles and found the transcript of a podcast discussing it–what it is and what it is not. God, Country and Christian Nationalism provides a very helpful discussion.
During this turbulent time, I am thankful that God is sovereign. We have instruction in the Bible that provides calm guidance, which gives me rest.
He has told you, O man, what is good;
and what does the LORD require of you
but to do justice, and to love kindness
and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8
Currently I am reading through 1 Thessalonians and finding it a great comfort. We need to stay alert, but our Lord will help us in the confusing times.
For you are all children of light, children of the day. We are not of the night or of the darkness. So then let us not sleep, as others do, but let us keep awake and be sober.
But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, having put on the breastplate of faith and love, and for a helmet the hope of salvation. I Thessalonians 5: 5-6,8
As citizens we have a responsibility to pay attention to the election this year and to vote–but not let it take over our emotions. We can pray for wisdom and discernment. God hears our prayers. I find it helpful to take a walk as I pray and seek guidance.
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Yes, it can all be overwhelming with the endless stream of information available. We’ve been studying the letters to the Thessalonians in home-group – plenty to think on in that! God is in control of it all.
Amen! My Women’s Bible study is also in Thessalonians.
there is so much hard in the world, I’m so glad that God sees us through it. 🙂 FMF11
The church (we believers) must focus on what the church is called to be and do, with God’s help. Blessings, Annette!
So wonderfully spoken Carol.
Visiting today from FMF #2
Wise thoughts.
Folks want to raise their arms and yell,
and tell you that which you must think,
but while they rant, mate, what the hell,
I’m gonna pour meself a drink
and let the wave wash over me,
warming soul so I can cope
enough that I at last can see
through wrong end of a telescope
that puts the drongos far away
from my world and all that’s real.
Let the children have their play,
for life itself will soon reveal
that all is still within God’s care,
and argument is just hot air.
Yes, God determines the future! Have a restful weekend, Andrew!