I dare not say I know the thoughts of God....
The bible says His ways and thoughts are higher than ours.
But after reading and meditating on His word and spending time in prayer and communication with Him, one may gather that He is smiling today.
Why you may ask?
Because I believe that in spite of the policies President Obama may stand behind that are not in line with the word of God, I do believe that God is pleased with America's ability to put aside racial, religious, and economic differences and come together to celebrate a cause of hope and inspiration.
Too often we as Christians are so BOUND UP in our rules and regulations instead of witnessing to others about the FREEDOM of the love and grace of Christ. Does God hate sin? CERTAINLY!!!!! Does God hate the killing of innocent babies? CERTAINLY!!!! But God hates strife, envy, and hypocrisy as well.
I think we can learn something from the amazing sight at the nations Capitol today. The streets are flooded with people who believe in the change that Obama will bring to office. Would it not be awesome if we could gather as believers, MILLIONS of believers, and pray for our president, our country, and for the salvation of the lost; pray that our pride would be destroyed by God's love, and our self-centerdness would be replaced by compassion for ALL?
As I watch the activities of the inauguration, I am compelled to ask God daily to make me more willing to share His love with those who may have different beliefs than me, but are still people, and important to God none the less. How often we forget that His word says its His will that NONE would perish.
What a beautiful day.
What a perfect time for this nation to repent.
What a wonderful time for the church to Rise up.
God, I hope you're smiling.
I think He was smiling too. It was an amazing sight to see and definitely a moment to celebrate. You are right, it is easy to focus on what other people do that God hates, and it is all-too-easy to justify our actions and pretend he somehow blesses the hatred, strife and discord we often sow.
I didn't choose to be born a white kid in America, anymore than anyone could have chosen their race. And I don't have to bear the burden of all the wrong done by my ancestors and those I bear the resemblance of, but I choose to take responsibility for it, to be apologetic for it. What I can do is choose to make a difference today. Yesterday was a victory for me and other white folk too, because it leveled the playing field that American history had written for us.
I"m praying for Obama and his administration - and I hope he continues to not just inspire us, but truly bring our country back together. And wasn't it cool to listen to Rick Warren pray 'in Jesus name' yesterday? Loved it.
Posted by: Kevin Davis | January 21, 2009 at 08:45 AM
I agree with the two of you! God was certainly smiling! I certainly feel bad for any of our Christian brethren who felt there was nothing to smile about. They missed the moment! Yes, I also loved Rick Warren's moment as well as the benediction given by Rev. Lowery! It was a great day in not only this country's but also the world's history. :)
Posted by: Hazel | January 22, 2009 at 12:22 AM