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"You know how to discern the face of the sky, but you cannot discern the signs of the time," - St. Matthew 16:3.
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He's got the whole world in his hand |
December 7, 2008
Unfortunately, many Christians have buried their heads in politics so much, they are unable to see the signs of the time. They allowed their emotions to drive them instead of the spirit of God. The entire US nation is in a state of crisis at this time as we end the year 2008. The economic melt down we are presently experiencing is just one of the signs of the time.
At this time, four words are shouting at me; greed, hypocrisy, idolatry, and repentance. The first three words revealed how we got to this point. The fourth word is the key for resolution.
Based on prophecies of the past and how the events in the Bible mirror our present situation, these signs may just be warnings about the ominous future ahead. We may just be experiencing the tip of the iceberg.
When man chooses to place himself above God, his selfish purpose will eventually fail as he is led to the wilderness of despair by his own choices.
Over 2000 years ago, the world was in chaos just at it is today. God looked down and reached down to humanity. He sent a special messenger, his only son, to redeem the world from sin. His name is Jesus and his name is Hope to those who choose to believe in him. He did not only bring us hope, but he also brought the gift of eternal salvation. This life is never for ever. One day the sun of each person's life will set. Then we will walk into eternity.
However, there is hope for those who choose to believe and surrender to Jesus, while they learn to walk in the spirit of righteousness of God. No matter the storm, the anchor (Jesus) still holds. Because, our loving Father has the whole world in the palm of his hand.