Is it just me, or does it seem as you look around ungodly people are rising up and crowding out believers. As a follower of Christ I often feel like I have to hide or be quiet lest I offend someone with my beliefs. Why is that? Am I alone in seeing those strutting about with attitudes that seem to say “Who is going to stop me?” as they push the limit.
God allows us to have choices and live our lives as we choose. That can be a good thing and a bad thing. I am really struggling with all of the news feeds coming out of Syria and all of the suffering in Aleppo. That is truly an illustration of verse 5, where the Lord says, “I have seen violence done to the helpless.” My heart breaks. God’s heart is breaking.
God promises us protection, even when evil is praised though out the land. I’m struggling a little with that in light of all the children left without parents and parents without children. I feel safe and very distant from all of that violence, yet it’s not all about me. I thank God for all that he is doing in my life. What are your feelings regarding the violence and turmoil in this world?
As Christians, we need to be the beacons of light in this world giving hope to the oppressed on behalf of our loving God. How can you be a beacon today? What has God put on your heart?
Let’s pray. Lord, thank you for your presence and promise that we can cling to in this evil world. Use me to be your beacon to bring hope to those around me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
