1st glance: this is a call to America to return to God. 2nd glance: No! This is uniquely about Israel, His covenant people 3rd glance: Not so simple! It does speak of universal truths to both Israel and to America 2007
Universal truths His blessing (v5) His rule in creation (v6-7) So v8: call for ALL to revere Him (incl America, 2007) Because He sovereignly rules history (v9-11) Warnings & Invitation He weighs the actions of ALL (v13-15) The vanity of all secular self-reliance (v16-17) He delivers ALL who hope in Him uniquely •v18a: in HIM •v18b: in His covenant love So where is America's hope this 231st anniversary of our Declaration of Independence?
Where is your hope? In American power structures to keep America “Christian”? Or in the sovereign Spirit Who alone can bring revival and reformation?
Challenge you to gather with another Christian/other Christians for 15 minutes of prayer for America, beginning with us: •today •this Wed, July 4
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Allen Harris is leaving Columbia Presbyterian Church after 33 years of ministry this June, 2011, to do writing, consulting with churches, preaching and teaching. He is available for engagements. Contact him at allenhpilgrim@gmail.com . He and his wife, Kathie, will be living...