"And above all, you must be asking which door is the true one; not which pleases you best by its paint and panelling... the question should never be: 'Do I like that kind of service?' but 'Are these doctrines true: Is holiness there? Does my conscience move me towards this? Is my reluctance to move to this door due to my pride, or my mere taste, or my personal dislike for this particular door-keeper?" - C. S. Lewis
A couple of nights ago, we turned on the news. The entire news coverage was on the Baltimore rioting. People were burning down buildings. Cars were driven in the direction of the police, swirled around, and the driven through fire. This city was being burned by those who were angry.
The next morning, I read two stories. One story was about Bruce Jenner. Another was about the hatred a bakery has received because they refused to make a cake for a lesbian wedding. And presently at the moment, the Supreme Court is deciding on what the definition of marriage should be for our nation. People call this the next Civil Right's Movement.
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A couple of nights ago, we turned on the news. The entire news coverage was on the Baltimore rioting. People were burning down buildings. Cars were driven in the direction of the police, swirled around, and the driven through fire. This city was being burned by those who were angry.
The next morning, I read two stories. One story was about Bruce Jenner. Another was about the hatred a bakery has received because they refused to make a cake for a lesbian wedding. And presently at the moment, the Supreme Court is deciding on what the definition of marriage should be for our nation. People call this the next Civil Right's Movement.
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Friends, it's becoming increasingly harder to be a Christian during these times. People are becoming lovers of money, lovers of themselves, filled with more hatred, more envy, and treating each other with unkindness.
But you are not alone.
John 16:33 In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
John 16:33 In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
Jeremiah 29:13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
When you stand at the doors leading to different paths, knock firmly on the door leading to the Truth. Don't be fooled by the ways of the world. Devote yourself to prayer. Commit your ways to God. You are needed to share God's love to an angry, messed up world. Your neighbors need you. Your community needs you. And God needs you to go and bring others to Him.
What a great post! We need to get in the WORD so we will know the DOOR of TRUTH and walk through it. Like you said, it is "increasingly harder to be a Christian during these times."
ReplyDeleteI pray my friend you will continue to bring the Truth to light!! :-)
Hoping over from the FMF Community
Hi Amy,
DeleteThank you for stopping by and praying for me too. I loved how you articulated your blog post as well. Have a wonderful weekend!
Blessings,
Carrie
Yes. Instead of asking, is it acceptable, we must ask, is it true. I was heartened to see people in Baltimore who were pointing the way towards the truth in the midst of chaos.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this timely post and vital reminder.
Drusilla Barron
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Hi Drusilla,
DeleteAh, true! It was good to see those who were out there bringing truth to all the chaos! And I love that you included Chronicles of Narnia in your post too. Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe is one of my favorites! Thanks for reading my blog!
Blessings,
Carrie
Carrie, this is such an awesome post. Yes what door will we choose? I look at the world and am saddened often by what I see but I trust in God and cling to my faith.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tara! I often get caught up in watching too much news. Instead, I need to plant my feet in my faith with God. He's in control so I need to worry less. That is definitely something I am working on. Have a great week!
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