We often do things by rote – that is by repetition – where we don’t have to think about such things which enables us to live our lives more easily. But there are things that we do have to consider and this message reviews a number of those.
The current administration has applied the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deportations of aliens. Is this law constitutional, and if it is, can it be legally used as a basis for such deportations? The US Supreme Court has had opportunity twice to look into this question, but has sidestepped it.
The current administration is considering suspending habeas corpus. Would this be constitutional? Are the administration’s attacks against lawyers and judges constitutional? Is a recent executive order ending birthright citizenship constitutional? The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments this week on this and related issues. How will they decide—or will they sidestep this important issue as well?
Do these and many more developments in the legal field threaten our liberties and freedoms, as well as our democracy and the US Constitution?
The concept of free speech has been pushed to the limits. People claim the right to say anything, anywhere and at any time, and choosing to only speak the truth may seem irrelevant, but it isn’t to God!
Laodicean” describes a city, a church, an era, and an attitude. What can we learn from the description of the church of Laodicea so that we can make improvements in our lives to please God?
What’s important to you? Are your actions consistent with your priorities? It is our responsibility as Christians to continually evaluate our commitment to living a righteous and fulfilling life, placing the highest priority on developing our love for God. When we discover the inevitable shortcomings and waste in our lives, it is an opportunity for us to revise our priorities and adjust our commitments.
Christians, like Jesus Christ and because of Him, are able to pray with faith. Do we really believe that God hears us?
The Bible distinguishes between sacrifices with sweet-smelling aromas and sacrifices with foul odor. When God looks at you, which category would you belong to?
What should we do when we experience moments of failure, and what lessons can we learn from the examples of those who have risen from adversity?
What does the Bible tell us about the Two Witnesses? Are they Moses and Elijah? Will they possibly be raised from the dead to fulfill their roles as the Two Witnesses? Or are they angels? What about Enoch or John the Baptist? How should we understand the miracles which the Two Witnesses will perform? What will the Two Witnesses preach? When will their resurrection from the dead take place?
The offering we will give on this last Day of Unleavened Bread reminds us that God doesn’t desire our performance or possessions, but our humble, surrendered hearts. Our offering today is not just physical—it’s a reflection of a life fully given to Him in sincerity and truth.
