THINKING ABOUT THE POLITICAL CLIMATE…

BARBARA E. PERKINS

THINKING ABOUT THE POLITICAL CLIMATE…

Sometimes our countries’ torrents of political news (no matter what country you happen to live in) can be daunting, producing so much trepidation that it could cause one to doubt God’s faithfulness.  But, the word of God in Mark 4:35-41 (NKJV) states, “35 On the same day, when evening had come, He (Jesus) said to them, “LET US CROSS OVER TO THE OTHER SIDE.” 36 Now when they had left the multitude, they took Him along in the boat as He was. And other little boats were also with Him. 37 And a great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that it was already filling. 38 But He was in the stern, asleep on a pillow. And they awoke Him and said to Him, “Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?”39 Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. 40 But He said to them, “Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?” 41 And they feared exceedingly, and said to one another, “Who can this be, that even the wind and the sea obey Him!”  But God, … hallelujah! Glory to Your name and Your Word, Heavenly Father.  But Jesus, … hallelujah! God’s Word was made flesh (John 1:1-14).  Father God, I love reading in Your word how You decree in Your word the plan and it changes circumstances (2Corinthians 4:18).  Jesus, Your Son, spoke Your powerful word and the circumstances dissipated.  How perfectly AWESOME!  The political scene can be discouraging, but God is still in control (Isaiah 55:11).  Jesus said, “We are crossing over to the other side.”  … And we are—also praying without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)!  Father God, thank You for revealing to us in Your word how to be fearless, faithful overcomers, trusting You always.

                                                                                           

If you would like to be saved and develop a relationship with God as your Heavenly Father, just invite His Son, Jesus Christ, into your heart.  Please pray this prayer:  Dear God, I believe in my heart that Jesus Christ is Your Son.  I believe that He died on the cross, shed His blood, and rose from the grave for my salvation.  I confess Jesus right now as my Savior and Lord.  God fill me with your Holy Spirit so that I can live a life that pleases You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen!  If you prayed this prayer and meant it, you are saved.  Welcome into God’s Family!