"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance." Psalm 33:12 NIV
The above verse was written when Israel was near its zenith, a nation truely blessed by God. Sadly, however, the nation slowly moved away from God, splitting into two kingdoms (1 Kings 12). Their Kings did not follow God leading the populace into great wickedness.
Eventually, the ten tribes that formed the Northern Kingdom was taken away into captivity (2 Kings 17:5-6). Later the Southern Kingdom consisting of the tribes of Benjamin and Judah fell as well (2 Kings 25). The latter's judgement delayed by brief periods of revival. The great prophets of Israel warned both Kingdoms of the impending judgement. They would not listen.
America was founded on Christian principles. The founding fathers were not ashamed to get on their knees to ask God for guidance. Today, our leaders could not be bothered. With reckless abandon, the American people have followed suit. With millions of babies aborted, the celebration of homosexuality, and the open assault of Christianity, only a few can see the the storm clouds gathering. Christians who haven't given up, are lamenting the path that this once great nation is taking, praying for a revival. Interesting times are ahead my friends. Interesting times indeed.
The above verse was written when Israel was near its zenith, a nation truely blessed by God. Sadly, however, the nation slowly moved away from God, splitting into two kingdoms (1 Kings 12). Their Kings did not follow God leading the populace into great wickedness.
Eventually, the ten tribes that formed the Northern Kingdom was taken away into captivity (2 Kings 17:5-6). Later the Southern Kingdom consisting of the tribes of Benjamin and Judah fell as well (2 Kings 25). The latter's judgement delayed by brief periods of revival. The great prophets of Israel warned both Kingdoms of the impending judgement. They would not listen.
America was founded on Christian principles. The founding fathers were not ashamed to get on their knees to ask God for guidance. Today, our leaders could not be bothered. With reckless abandon, the American people have followed suit. With millions of babies aborted, the celebration of homosexuality, and the open assault of Christianity, only a few can see the the storm clouds gathering. Christians who haven't given up, are lamenting the path that this once great nation is taking, praying for a revival. Interesting times are ahead my friends. Interesting times indeed.
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