DESPERATION?

As today's news informs us of yet another shooting of multiple person's, I prayed and then began to think how desperate satan is continuing to be, perhaps even "amping" it up some. There are still 30,000 children dying every day, the war in Afghanistan, Iraq and other areas is recently escalating and then, add in all the other things we don't know about and those things that we as individuals experience, plus the daily news reports.

Then I thought, this must mean Jesus' return is closer. Then I thought duh, of course it is...with every breath I take. I'm sitting in my nice warm house, food to eat, bills paid, healthy, enjoying my family and friends, worshipping freely, car in the garage, free to express myself and that list of blessings goes on and on. We are so protective of our life and lifestyle, that we fail to see none of this matters much if we aren't of good character and morally upright.

Our nation seems to be imploding from within...rumors of ugliness, actual ugliness and chants for our "rights". When things begin going upside-down in our country, why do so many become fearful and "feel" like we don't somehow deserve it! What makes us as a country so special that no harm could befall us? We are in such a mess within the goverrnment as well. Change? Well fortunately, I still have a little in my pocket. No longer a Christian nation? If that means a nation full of Christians, that would be a true statement...that is not the majority. The majority may say they believe in God, but that's not a Christian. If the statement not a Christian nation means that there are many "religions" here, that would be a true statement. If the statement not a Christian nation means God is no longer the one who is worshipped and honored as a nation, that is becoming to be a true statement. Woe is us!

Even Christians are getting lazy. Where is the community excitement, joy, work, giving? Small pockets here and there. Some churches relaxing, others moving. Most Christians busy and just plain worn out...tired, tired, tired. I recently heard on the radio that we are not scripturally told to have balance in our lives, but to manage our circumstances. If you're tired and worn out, no drive, self-absorbed, then you are not managing too well with your partner, Jesus. This tiredness does not refer to those who are serving and managing children, etc. If you're doing something, we all get tired and thank God for rest! Just referring to those who are tired because they do nothing! I learned last Sunday that we must be willing to change something to achieve goals. I learned that we are not to pray for protection in persecution, but boldness in persecution. I learned we are to be generous people!

I am excited in the changes that my partner Jesus and I are making. The Holy Spirit has been very active. There were so many areas in my life that needed change and what a refreshing feeling that is! Almost like moving into a new, clean house. The only difference being, I still live in this "house" which is aging and wrinkling, but feels so new and fresh! My new tee shirt says "God's child, cleverly disguised as an elderly woman". Love it.

Well, if you ever check my blog, you know that I could write for hours, so will stop for now. May your days be blessed.