I heard a person say the other day they were no longer shaking hands with people, not because of the Corona Virus, but because of the shortage of toilet paper. Now I’ll admit, I find this funny, not because of the mass hysteria being perpetrated on us by the media, but the fact someone decided to find a little humor in a serious situation.
As a man of faith in God, I am totally at peace with the chaos trying to reign around us. I’m not making light of what people are going through, I just know Whose I am, and His Word is true, especially when there is crazy going on all around me. I realize the world has called this a pandemic, which the CDC defines as “an epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, usually affecting a large number of people.” But I have to ask the question, “Has it changed God or His Word?” The answer to this is a resounding NO!
I made this statement the other day, “The warranty for what Jesus did has not run out.” What I mean by this, is whatever He did for us, He is still doing for us. Take a look at Psalm 23:
The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.
This is a promise from God for His people. It talks about Him taking care of His people, regardless if there is enough toilet paper or bottled water to go around. God has got His children covered. Honestly, the people who should be fearful are those who do not yet know God. They don’t have anything to lay hold to, no firm foundation to bring stability to their lives. And for these people I am truly concerned. Not because they may not be able to wipe their hineys, but that they will end up in complete and total isolation from God for all of eternity in hell with the devil and his angels.
The place for those of us who call ourselves Christians is at the front lines of what is going on. Having patience with the unbelievers and calling out those in our family who are trying to run the other way. I saw a quote from Mr. Rogers which makes me think of how we as Christians should be acting now.
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” Fred Rogers
This is who we as the church of Jesus Christ should be, the helpers. Let’s use our resources to help other people in need; whether this be with our finances or actually physically getting out there and taking care of those in need. This is our hour to shine, not cower back and wait for Jesus to come and take us away from all of this. Rise up and be who God has called you to be; a helper!
Strength and honor, for the Kingdom and the King!
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