Has there ever been a nation that has not eventually fallen from its greatness? Not one. Assyria, Greece, Rome, Great Britain - all worldwide powers in their day - are diminished or nonexistent. The United States is no exception.
"He makes the nations great, then destroys them; He enlarges the nations, then leads them away." (Job 12:23)
Every experiment in human government and rule is temporary at best. Some experiments, such as democracy, have proven better than others. But, inevitably all eventually fail and fall.
This truth is but one reason why investing in the kingdom of God is uniquely worthy of our efforts. Expending energy on something that will last and that will ultimately be successful is a wise investment! As such, Jesus' admonition to "seek first His (God's) kingdom and His righteousness" (Matthew 6:33) is that much more important and urgent.
With each passing election year in this country, I am astonished at the tremendous time, energy, and money invested in political campaigns. Often, followers of Christ are among those heavily involved.
Today is the day to "cast a vote" for King Jesus, and the government of His Father, YHWH God. Become thoroughly familiar with its "constitution"; largely found in the Sermon On the Mount (Matthew 5-7). Willingly serve as its ambassador (2 Corinthians 5:20). Actively involve yourself with the government mandate for action (Matthew 28:18-20). Surely, there is more than enough "political activism" opportunity with the kingdom of God to consume all our time and energy.
The church, the body of believers, is the local "branch office" of the kingdom of God. It exists to serve the purposes of the kingdom. Kingdom relationships are exemplified in and through it. The kingdom good news message is front and center. It is the salt and light that flavors and illuminates a bland and dark world.
As individuals and members of a kingdom community, may we freely and fully invest in the government of God as we fervently pray, "Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10).
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
"He makes the nations great, then destroys them; He enlarges the nations, then leads them away." (Job 12:23)
Every experiment in human government and rule is temporary at best. Some experiments, such as democracy, have proven better than others. But, inevitably all eventually fail and fall.
This truth is but one reason why investing in the kingdom of God is uniquely worthy of our efforts. Expending energy on something that will last and that will ultimately be successful is a wise investment! As such, Jesus' admonition to "seek first His (God's) kingdom and His righteousness" (Matthew 6:33) is that much more important and urgent.
With each passing election year in this country, I am astonished at the tremendous time, energy, and money invested in political campaigns. Often, followers of Christ are among those heavily involved.
Today is the day to "cast a vote" for King Jesus, and the government of His Father, YHWH God. Become thoroughly familiar with its "constitution"; largely found in the Sermon On the Mount (Matthew 5-7). Willingly serve as its ambassador (2 Corinthians 5:20). Actively involve yourself with the government mandate for action (Matthew 28:18-20). Surely, there is more than enough "political activism" opportunity with the kingdom of God to consume all our time and energy.
The church, the body of believers, is the local "branch office" of the kingdom of God. It exists to serve the purposes of the kingdom. Kingdom relationships are exemplified in and through it. The kingdom good news message is front and center. It is the salt and light that flavors and illuminates a bland and dark world.
As individuals and members of a kingdom community, may we freely and fully invest in the government of God as we fervently pray, "Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10).
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
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