One Nation Undivided
By Jerome Stewart
There are some things so profound and impactful that it cannot be ignored. This country use to be referred to as a Christian nation. If that is no longer true, then we will no longer strive to be as the Pledge of Allegiance says; “One Nation Under God.” Proverbs 14 vs. 34 says; “Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a reproach to any people.”
An article in the Christian Research Journal says; “In the last 25 years 40 million people have stopped attending church.” That’s a stunning statistic! It’s wonderful to be a child of God. Jesus said to His disciples in Matthew 5 vss. 13 and 14; “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.”
The word of God is our roadmap for righteous living. As related to Jesus, Titus 2 vs. 11 says; “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present age.”
Look at the things happening today, not for the good of mankind. Proverbs 29 vs. 18 says; “Where there is no revelation the people cast off restraint.” The voice of Jesus needs to be heard today. There is a peace, calmness in the lives of those who trust in Him.
There is no greater opportunity than today to develop a new attitude with a different outlook on how to live in this present age. Open up God’s word. John 3 vs. 17 Jesus says; “For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” That’s the good news!
Those willing to trust in the living God will have a bright future despite the dark ways of this world, when there has been a transition from this life to the afterlife, all because of the mercy and grace of God. Strongly consider the words of the Apostle Paul in Philippians chapter 3 vss. 17 and 18. He says; “Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk as you have us for a pattern. For many walk whom I have told you often, and now weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ.” Try Jesus. He will not let you down!
