July 4th is a big celebration in the United States….I have heard in the past our flag was called Ole' Glory, and that term goes right to my heart!
For the Glory, the Majesty and the Grace of God we pray for our Nation, our armed forces world wide and their families. We must also pray for those in leadership, even when we don't agree with them, as the Bible directs that we should do.
Jesus changed the world with forgiveness, and when we forgive our Leaders, and pray God's will into their lives, we are using heavenly power to change things. My understanding of Agape Love (Greek word for love in the Bible) is that it means wanting the best for everyone. Of course we want the best for all our leaders even when we adamantly disagree with their standards or behavior.
So I hope where ever you are, you will be wearing 'red, white and blue' this weekend…..that you have the opportunity to say the pledge of allegiance to the Flag, that you will sing patriotic songs and share with our young ones, love of country!
If we do not demonstrate to the youth, if we do not bring our patriotism into the church…..how will it grow, how will we prosper?
And, church is the perfect place……
Most of all we must not forget to thank God for all we have and bless Him for all He is doing!
My thanks to Him for all of you!
Carol
Pressing in and pressing on….