There Comes a Time When... |
As Robert Paxton said, "There comes a time that in order to save the nation’s deepest values you must disobey the state." Many believe this time is closer than we think. But for those of us who name the name of Christ, we must make sure that we are seeking His kingdom and not our own. Living in a pluralistic nation that has lost its corporate cultural identity as to what it means to be an American, we are experiencing division and tribalism. I find also that there is much mistrust and actual hate held by many people now. This did not used to be such a significant part of American culture. I must confess that at times I struggle with these feelings. I know this is not right and it is sin to harbor feelings of hatred, but sometimes the distinction between “hate the sin and love the sinner” is very difficult for me. The foundational values and fundamental ethical principles of America were unquestionably and undoubtedly based upon a moral framework established by the Creator and understood by our founding fathers. They framed our constitution as a republic form of government that would only work, as they repeatedly stated, if the people were educated and followed a Christian worldview. It appears we are no longer either. Will there come a time that in order to save the nation's deepest values we must disobey the state? Time will tell. Serving Him with you until He comes for us, Fred |