“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Galatians 6:7
All the outward beauty of Switzerland cannot make up for the emptiness of the souls here. Today I found out that I couldn’t access the online KJV Bible or Old Suwanee websites when using public wifi. Why? These two sites were considered “religious” and “not appropriate” for the society! That was a very tragic commentary on the culture here. There are churches or cathedrals in every town we passed, but something was obviously lacking. The churches were merely shells of what used to be.
If we do not take a strong stand for the gospel of Jesus Christ in America, how long will it be until our churches are also empty? If we do not fight for our faith, for that which is precious and sacred to us, we are in jeopardy of losing it. If we don’t actively teach God’s Word to our children and grandchildren, who will carry the banner of our Lord and Saviour tomorrow? I am so thankful that my church takes a strong Biblical stand, preaches directly from God’s Word, and trains up children ‘in the way they should go’ (Proverbs 22:6). The Bible tells us that people without a vision perish (Proverbs 29:18). May our vision always be to go forward for the cause of Christ, and may churches that preach and teach God’s Word without compromise never be empty. To put a spin on old saying, “All that is needed for Satan’s plan to succeed is for Bible-believing Christians to do nothing.”
Stand up, stand up for Jesus
Ye soldiers of the cross
Lift high His royal banner
And never suffer loss
(From “Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus” by George Duffield, Jr.)
“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.” Ephesians 6:13
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Are you willing to take a stand?
Ah, yes. A very challenging thought. May I be diligent to learn God’s Word and share my faith with my family and community. And of course, pray for America!