And what is a Christian's view of political action? Calamity is a word found in the Bible, so when I see it now, I remember thta its been in use for 1000's of years. The "Calamity Song" notwithstanding.
1 Kings 9:9 "Because they forsook the Lord their God, who brought their fathers out of the land of Egypt, and have embraced other gods, and worshiped them and served them: therefore the Lord has brought all this calamity on them"
In this passage, it is a warning from the Lord to Solomon, of the consequences that could befall his house if he and his sons do not keep the Lord's ways. A warning to keep the Lord's word and promise, and not stray to serve false gods.
Calamity is disgrace, it is devastation, it is consequences for not following His ways.
Today's NY Times, David Brooks acknowledges the calamity before our nation. The unsustainable fiscal situation. Careful tweaking some programs, political rhetoric blasting the other side, all this will not get us there. Time for bold action.
Today is Good Friday. Listen... for the Holy Spirit. Tell your leaders - it is time for bold action, for communication, for compromise. Calamity is on our doorstep and that is not a good thing.
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