When measuring the magnitude of an earthquake’s impact, the most extreme readings are generated from its epicenter. The earth’s underground jolting quickly makes its way up to the surface directly overhead, where the data is then evaluated and analyzed, both historically and geographically. If an earthquake is large enough, its seismic waves can be measured all around the globe.
The same kind of chain reaction happens in the spiritual arena.
2020 will be remembered as the year America was hit by a societal earthquake with powerful aftershocks.
The coronavirus pandemic led to a global shutdown, which led to an economic meltdown. Next came the horrifying George Floyd arrest and murder, which led to protests in most American cities, which led to riots, which led to a movement calling to defund local police departments in major US cities.
We aren’t even halfway through the year—and America still has a national election on the horizon. It’s not a stretch to forecast that, quite possibly, our most heated election ever is just around the corner.
Society has severely been altered. The shockwaves will be felt for decades unless Jesus returns before then.
These earthquakes registered in the spiritual arena as well.
Our sacred mission
Believers are struggling with how to respond as Jesus would want us to. Social media has given everyone a pulpit. If we are not careful with our opinions and the way we express our convictions, we could be a part of the Enemy’s plan to divide the church. We have a mission during this time when our country and the world needs us.
So, how do we address the needs and hurt within our nation and still pursue our sacred mission to reach people who need Jesus so desperately?
First, let’s remember an important truth: Evil and strife are all around us, but there’s more to it than what we see. Physical battles on the ground are a mere reflection of the spiritual battles raging in…
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