It seems to be getting harder by the day to believe anyone, about anything!! I know that doesn't sound very encouraging, but it is simply stating the obvious. People lie to cover up their real thoughts, their intentions and their purposes. Many have gotten so used to lying that they believe their own lies ... a sad and desperate state in which to live. I don't blame people for being disillusioned and discouraged as we live in this world today. Whether in politics, the workplace, the "news," or even in the church, people have a hard time being honest. As someone has said, "They wouldn't know the truth if it hit them between the eyes!"
But there IS a source for truth that CAN be trusted and that exposes the lies and deceitfulness of those who do not know the one, true and only God who reveals Himself in His Word, the Bible. The writer of Hebrews explains, "The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from His sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account" (Hebrews 4:12-13).
That should strike fear into the hearts of those who have not confessed their sin before this holy God and who have not placed their faith in Jesus Christ for forgiveness and found new life and freedom in the power of His Spirit ... but it doesn't. Those who don't know God don't care what He says, or what you and I who believe say. But there is another problem today ...
It is not a new problem, but it spells disaster for millions and for our nation. People who CLAIM to be "Christians" or "people of faith" reject the clear teaching of God's Word and lead millions astray. They lie ... and then they lie some more ... and people think they are "good people." But apart from Jesus Christ and the work of His Spirit not one of us is a "good person!" So "Christians," from the Pope to the President (former and current), along with countless "pastors" and even "Christian" professors, and many "in the pews," declare abortion to be a woman's right, homosexuality and all kinds of sexual immorality to be acceptable, along with lying, stealing, cheating and all sorts of other sins. In fact, these "Christians" now declare that you don't even need to believe in Jesus for forgiveness. "You're fine! It's those pesky judgmental CHRISTIANS that are the real problem. They need to be silenced!"
The foundation of our nation is NOT "cracked," it is GONE!! Yet as sad as that is, and as horrible as the consequences of that truth are and will be in the very near future, the Church, the true Body of Christ, has real TRUTH to proclaim. Our God is not wringing His hands, wondering what He is going to do. God has revealed His plan throughout His Word and judgment is coming. God speaks truth in His Word, and though some twist and distort it, to their own destruction and to the destruction of those who listen to them, all that God says points to the soon return of Jesus Christ. But first ... some things must happen.
In the third chapter of my book, " ... the end.", I look at four "snapshots" of the events leading up to the return of Jesus Christ. The passages are Daniel 9:24-27; Matthew 24:1-15; II Thessalonians 2:1-12; and Revelation 11:1-3, 12:1-6 13:1-5. Look those passages up and read them if you want to know the truth about the future. I close the chapter with the following words ...
"Why is God so specific? So the wise will understand!! People today fall away, deny God exists, reject His Word and live without hope because they don't know God! People today leave the church because they never knew or trusted the God who works all things together for good to those who love God and who are called according to HIS purpose! People are afraid and anxious because they don't believe that 'if God is for us, who can be against us?' (Romans 8:31) ...
Live with hope every day! Live in victory over doubt and fear and anxiety every day. Know that you live in His presence every day (if you believe in Jesus) and that He is with you now and will be with you forever. Then testify to the TRUTH, to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes!"
THIS is the only way to combat the lies being told all around us. Expose the darkness, speak the truth of God's Word as you have opportunity to those who may listen, but don't get caught up in all the political turmoil and think that you and I are going to somehow save our nation for God's impending judgment. We have a greater responsibility!! Live for Jesus. Live with Jesus. Point people to Jesus Christ, the only Savior and Lord! Testify to the truth amidst all the lies, and one day you will stand before Him clothed in the perfect righteousness of Christ that is yours as the gift of God received by faith. Be encouraged as you hear the words of David in Psalm 37:
"Fret not yourself because of evildoers; be not envious of wrongdoers! For they will soon fade like the grass and wither like the green herb. Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness. Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will act" (Psalm 37:1-5).
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