The only clergyman to sign the Declaration of Independence, Witherspoon realized that the end does not justify the means. How we do things is as essential as why we do things, not to mention the things we do.
The church has always declared its independence from the world. Although we live in the world we are not to be of the world. (I John 2:15, Romans 12:1-2) Our allegiance is to our Sovereign King. His name is Jesus.
We are living in a time when it is increasingly difficult to determine what and how to render unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s and render unto God that which is God’s.
Secular interference influences spiritual independence. Keeping our principles pure and our conduct prudent is often a challenge as we live our lives in enemy territory. It is easy to become confused.
This is why in these turbulent times we must demand the time to think and develop the habit of thought.
Remember the frog in the kettle? Serving Him with you Until He comes for us. Fred | 
