This is my sermon from this past Sunday. It reflects recent events surrounding the Truckers' Freedom Convoy in Ottawa, Canada, our government's response, and the ongoing political situation in our country. Rather than present my opinion on the matter directly, I instead try to provide some perspective for Christians. That doesn't mean I do not …
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An Ancient Prayer for Governing Authorities
I was looking for early church prayers for governing authorities, and I came across excerpts of a prayer from 1 Clement, a letter written to Christians in Rome between 80–100AD. Here it is: Lord, give harmony and peace to us and to all who dwell on the earth, just as you did to our ancestors …
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There are a number of churches that currently find themselves at odds with governing authorities because they believe COVID restrictions on gathering stand in violation of their conscience and God's command. Currently, there are churches bringing lawsuits, authorities issuing fines, and, in one case, a pastor remains under arrest for violating government guidelines. Whatever your …
Religion and Politics? Am I Crazy?
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer each person.Colossians 4:6 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet …
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