The Supreme Court considers the foundation of America’s family values regarding the God ordained institution of marriage. Genesis 2:24 Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. From this decision more or less of the fabric of America’s greatness may be blessed and supported or torn up with the consequences of choosing sin. Proverbs 5:21 For the ways of man are before the eyes of the LORD, And He ponders all his paths.
America’s future swings on the hinge of God’s word, His truth binds us to Him. Tear out another nail holding the hinge and the door of protective blessings from God will decease yet again. Lies and deception will increase as America stumbles future in its fall from His grace. Proverbs 13:13 He who despises the word will be destroyed, But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded.
Without trusting in God’s absolute authority America’s wayward march keeps shifting on the sands of relativity’s moment to moment valves. Many Americans live without a steady set of values for structure, confidence and balance. Bible teachings on what is right and wrong have long been dismissed and replaced with what feels good.
Without a God based standard or checkpoint regarding right and wrong America’s decision makers disregard the warnings of a collective Judeo-Christian conscience. Our nation’s voters and leaders choose not to learn through biblical hindsight. The Old Testament shows how God does not excuse sin and judge’s nations with His blessings or His wrath. Exodus 15:4.
An alert should register with America’s law makers. Their conscience should be excusing or accusing past, and present rulings regarding the downward trajectory of society in America. But without following biblical guidance conscience is seared and our only hope is in prayer. Proverbs 13:21 Evil pursues sinners, But to the righteous, good shall be repaid.
By trusting in God’s principles and applying them in daily life, individuals once had a growing guide helping them adjust their attitude and respect for one another. The same can be said for a family, a community and a nation. Strengths and weaknesses will grow or decrease as godly beliefs are exercised like a muscle.
The result of living without regular biblical training in our homes and communities has been a display of weakness and rebellion. Soft spots or atrophy, the shrinking of our biblical muscle, will continue to diminish America’s stability. More vulnerability will be replacing our advantages from once having a firm belief in God. His blessings gave us our leadership in the world. What a nation or a person believes in matters greatly in sustaining a system of values as the foundation to grow on.
Regrettably the majority of people don’t care for the hinge of God’s word, found in the wisdom of the Bible. Most people see their trek through time and try to add up life with their unenlightened conscience. They justify themselves by feelings and try to judge their plans with emotions which change like the seasons.
Looking ahead with uncertainty at what may be years or decades people only glance at the coming grave. Pride keeps most people from serious consideration of God’s will in this life and eternity. Not talking about death, afterlife, heaven or hell preserves their pride in refusing God’s plans. Hell is full of souls that kept God temporarily at bay.
By not accepting the supremacy of God Almighty Creator of heaven and earth most people choose to remain ignorant of God’s designs for them. Without contemplating the full measure of God’s love He is ignored and replaced with possessions. Therefore, in search for the purpose and meaning of life unbelievers don’t search with hope for heaven. Matthew 16:26 For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?
Fortunately for all people the amazing truth of the Bible is still alive and well. The abundant truth in Scripture is easier to believe in faith, than all the alternatives. Easier than having faith in spacemen, reincarnation, false religions or the pointlessness in thinking of life as just living and dying.
Our hope from God is displayed in the Old Testament prophecies for the promised Messiah to come. Messiah came in the New Testament the Savior Jesus, God the Son. The life, death and resurrection of Jesus is now our hope for eternal life. 1 Corinthians 6:14 And God both raised up the LORD and will also raise us up by His power. Hope in Christ is the guiding light in this life.
Colossians 3:1-4 If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. 2 Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. 3 For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.
1 Timothy 6:20 O Timothy! Guard what was committed to your trust, avoid the profane and idle babblings and contradictions of what is falsely called knowledge – by professing it some have strayed concerning the faith.
Followers of Jesus exhort one another to stand firm in the power of the Lord. Ephesians 6:10. The peace of God (John 14:27) is a gift we sing in our hearts the glory of Christ’s cross and resurrection. The gospel message rings clear, as it comes from God’s redeeming grace saving souls from hells chaotic road to ruin.
People don’t have to remain absent from the family of God’s grace. Enriching the quality of this life and the bliss of eternity is a gift offered to all. Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 8:13 The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way.
Let the hinge of God’s word bind you with the assurance of your salvation in God’s grace through Christ alone. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”
The Savior has been given to all humankind. Is He yours?
