Time and again we see in scripture where the king followed God for a while and then turned to the idols of the country he just vanquished.
When that happens, the Lord sends a conquering invader to rebuke the wandering children of Israel. Then in captivity or distress, they begin to return to the Lord and ask Him to get them out of the straits they brought upon themselves.
Our country is in distress. We just heard our president say to an international audience that the United States does not consider itself a Christian nation. Anyone with a smattering of historical knowledge knows that the nation was founded by men who were primarily Christian. Some have argued that certain of the founding fathers were deists, not Christians, but that is sort of begging the question.
In fact, the favor of the Lord on the United States will be withdrawn if those of us who bear His name do not fall on our knees and follow the injunctions of II Chronicles 7:14.
If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
This is our challenge, to fall to our knees and seek God.
Father, God,
Grant us the special favor of hearts hungry for You. Keep us on our knees, seeking Your face for the sake of our country.
In Jesus' most precious name.
Amen.
Amen.
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