As our nation finds itself in a highly divisive election
season, our tendency can be to draw firm lines between ourselves based on which
candidates we support, and that can in turn lead to personal dislike for one
another, anger towards those who lead, and eventually division. The election, and all the debates that go with it, is over. Yet foolish
controversies, arguments and quarrels about the law prevail. These arguments
filled with anger and divisions are unprofitable and useless. If our country is
going to survive – we must show unity.
As Christians, we are to live in a fine balance; standing
for that which is true while seeking unity amongst ourselves whenever possible,
standing firm in the faith while showing grace to those who do not, holding our
leaders accountable while praying for their wisdom and well-being.
We are to learn from the words of Ezekiel 22:30, "I
looked for someone among them who would build up the wall and stand before me
in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found
no one." We are to be those who stand in the gap, who lifts up our nation
(and its leaders) with all it favors and faults before the throne of God, and
pray that He continues to work in our midst. Lord, help our country.
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