You’ve got to read this article:
http://www.csmonitor.com/2009/0310/p09s01-coop.htm
Let me know what you think.
I do agree with many of his observations. The Christian right, as a voting block, is losing it’s once powerful grip. We indeed live in a post-Christian culture. But Jesus never called us to be a voting block, but a movement of authentic Christ-followers. I do think he has not taken into account the effect of trials in our personal lives. In other words, yea, politically, some people dislike evangelicals. But a financial collapse here, a terrorist attack there, a bad medical prognosis looming near…brings many people in the front doors of a church…especially evangelical churches.
Bottom line: the days of describing the USA as a Christian nation are done.
Posted 1 year, 5 months ago at 8:45 pm. Add a comment
I enjoyed speakers from Saturday’s Focus on Marriage Conference. Here are a few random thoughts shared by the presenters. I would love your responses.
Beth Moore’s comment on expectations in marriage: “Good is good.” This phrase has been ringing in my head all day. Sometimes we are looking for our mates to give us only what God can give, resulting in discontentment and the attitude that my marriage is not ”great.” This discontentment keeps us from seeing not only just how good marriage really is, but also how wonderful our spouse really is. Maybe unrealistic expectations have a blinding effect on us.
Gary Thomas’ depth of insight into marriage was clearly evident as he reminded us of how temporary the romance stage of marriage is. It is this romantic stage that God uses to bring couples together…it is selfless love that bonds us together for a lifetime. Western culture has turned the feelings of love into the primary pursuit. God says pursuing Christ is the primary pursuit. Big difference.
At first, I really was not sure where Gary Smalley was going with the twig and branch illustration especially after sharing his story of hanging upside down in the garage. He eloquently used these visuals to illustrate the point that humility is the key to loving our spouses with God’s love which turns out to be the secret to having a happy marriage. I want to love Luann with God’s love…but I would rather not hit my head on the garage floor.
OK, how did God speak to you?
Posted 1 year, 6 months ago at 5:25 pm. 5 comments
