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 A Fourth of July Wake-up Call Pastor Shane Idleman, Regaining Lost Ground "We have forgotten God, and we have vainly imagined, in the deceitfulness of our hearts, that all these blessings were produced by some superior wisdom and virtue of our own.” (Abraham Lincoln). Over the last few decades, Americans have seen the destruction of the institution of marriage between a man and a woman, the removal of God’s Word in several areas, and the aborting of millions of babies. Ironically, many of the men and women who died for our freedoms did not die for what we are becoming today. They understood sacrifice—duty to Country was duty to God. Many gave their lives in order that we would be “one nation under God,” not above God. A Fifth Division graveyard sign in Iwo Jima, Japan, states it well: “When you go home, tell them for us and say, ‘For your tomorrows we gave our today.’” What a travesty when we fail to honor those who gave their lives for the freedoms we now enjoy. This Fourth of July, let’s remember those who gave their lives and those who continue to defend our freedoms. In the words of Father O’Brien who served in World War II: “It is the soldier, not the reporter, who has given us the freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, who has given us the freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, who gives us the freedom to demonstrate.” O’Brien continues: “It is the soldier who salutes the flag, who serves beneath the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag, who allows the protester to burn the flag.” Let’s be very clear on this: “A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both.” (Dwight D. Eisenhower). Historically and biblically, we know that God judged those nations who continually tolerated sin; wrong choices had devastating consequences. Arnold Toynbee, who completed A Study of History in 1961, said: "Of the 22 civilizations that have appeared in history, 19 of them collapsed when they reached the moral state America is in today." And that was a quote from the 1960s. Historians realize that a republican democracy, like ours in America, cannot last forever. Eventually, there is a collapse due to moral decay and financial irresponsibility—liberty often leads to abundance; abundance to complacency; complacency to apathy; apathy to a loss of freedom. Based on this, where are we today? Unfortunately, countless people are confusing God’s patience with His approval. “Indeed, I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that His justice cannot sleep forever.” (Thomas Jefferson). America has been desensitized one generation at a time, one court decision at a time, one compromise at a time, and we are drowning in a cesspool of relativism. “The wicked freely parade and prance about while evil is praised throughout the land” (Psalm 12:8). There are times to encourage, motivate, and uplift, but there are also times to confront, challenge, and contend for what is right—that time is now! We are experiencing the rapid deterioration of a nation right before our eyes. This is not the time for passivity, but for prayer. We’ve heard these questions before, and we will hear them again: If not now, when? If not here, where? If not us, who? God said that He looked for a man from among the leaders who would build a wall and stand in the gap before Him on behalf of the land that He might not destroy it, but He found no one (Ezekiel 22:30). This was true in Ezekiel’s day, and it’s true today. We are sinking one step at a time, but God is still looking for good men and women to do what is right. For those who say, “I don’t want to get involved,” we must remember that we’re already involved—by saying nothing we say something. Our government is a government of the people, by the people, for the people. This means that a believer should be involved in running for office, voting, and/or monitoring those in office to assure that they perform their duties. The welfare of society often falls in the hands of the Christian community. For those who believe we should remain passive and silent, I challenge you to read the writings of the Old Testament prophets. "A Fourth of July Wake-up Call" article continued “...I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.” — 1 Timothy 2:1,2 "A Nation Under God or a Nation Going Under?" Kay Arthur, PRECEPTS FOR LIFE Does anyone care what the true meaning of an oath is and the responsibilities that come with that oath? It's self-evident that not much attention was placed on the importance of that oath in the past especially the oath of those appointed to public service. "They Did Say 'So Help Me God'" Ramon and Nena Arias, The Future of America We read and hear a lot about liberty. "The Blessings of Liberty" Dr. Glenn Mollette, Pathway Of Light I call upon my American friends tonight, to be gracious to me as I handle some of their most precious words. Taking the last stanza of this moving poem I would like to draw your attention and all our attention to the last eight lines of the 'Star Spangled Banner.' "An Old Anacreontic Song For Some New Poet Prophets" Rev. Victor Robert Farrell, 66 WEEKS  "One Nation 'Above' God" Book Pastor Shane Idleman, Regaining Lost Ground One Nation 'Above' God identifies how we can regain lost ground and rebuild America's solid foundation. This battle is for the very soul of our nation. It's our choice-stand or fall. (176 pages) | Additional Oneplace Resources: THIS WEEK Our Journey Online with Dr. James MacDonald Walk in the Word ministries provokes Christians to think and act on their faith Click to read online >> THIS WEEK NIV Devotions for Couples Weekly devotions for engaged and married couples seeking to put God first and build a lasting, strong relationship Click to read online >>  Free eBook Offer from CUFI! Orphans need your help! Free DVD- Magdalena: Through Her Eyes Grow Your Future Here Free Book about Christian Persecution Featured Video Ministry from LightSource.com
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