It is easy among all of this chaos to take the "Chicken Little" approach and believe "the sky is falling." That does not mean we should minimize or marginalize the events. Many of the things we see around us are deadly serious. But there is a point where faith intersects with life. For those who have no faith in God, all of this must seem incredibly frightening.
Few of us if any have much control over any of these situations. Oh, some might say we can do our part. Maybe in some instances that is true, but if doing my part is holding a sign condemning the aggression of North Korea's mentally unstable dictator, I doubt it will have much affect. That is simply a reality.
The Bible tells us in Ephesians 6:12 (NIV) "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." To quote author Hal Lindsey, "Satan is alive and well on planet earth."
None of this should really surprise us. We can clearly see the scriptures being played out before our eyes. Paul wrote in Romans 1 about how a godless society would eventually evolve. It is a chapter well worth reading. Some would suggest that the description of mankind is indicative of a God who doesn't care or is incapable, but in reality it is simply a God who has simply lifted his hand and allowed man to have what he wants. His free will.
Some would say the situation is hopeless. The truth of the matter is that there is only one hope and that is in God's Son Jesus Christ. Only a relationship with Jesus can bring peace to the chaos. Will the world still be an insane place? Of course. But in our individual lives Jesus can bring peace to the most troubled of souls. The apostle Paul would write advice to the church at Philippi. Philippians 4:4-7 (NIV) "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
The peace of God is the only sure thing in our life that can make a difference. It is the only respite from the insanity.
Want to hit the "pause" button. Turn in over to God.
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Pastor Jeff
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