Month: May 2023

“When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?”  Psalm 11:3

There is a monument standing 81 ft tall in Plymouth, MA. It is called National Monument to the Forefathers. I recently learned about this monument in a class at our church, called Biblical Citizenship in Modern America by Rick Green. You may have heard of him if you are familiar with WallBuilders Live! w/David Barton. I had no idea this monument existed and was ecstatic when I heard about it! It is on my “to visit” list.

The monument is made up of allegorical figures depicting Faith, Morality, Education, Law, and Liberty. Every part of the statues on the monument has a special meaning. It was built in 1889 to honor the passengers of the Mayflower.  This monument shows the foundation on which our country was built. We find the ideals, depicted on this monument, in the writings of our forefathers and in the documents of the founding of the United States of America: The Declaration of Independence and our Constitution. (There is a website for the monument to learn more. Also, there is a very informative video by Kirk Cameron at https://amac.us/the-important-powerful-message-of-americas-little-known-national-monument.)

That question found in Psalm 11:3 is so very relevant to our situation in America today. What can we do? We are losing the values and virtues depicted on that monument and consequently, our freedoms. The following verses in Psalm 11 give us a place to start.

“The Lord is in his holy temple; the Lord is on his heavenly throne. He observes the sons of men, his eyes examine them. The Lord examines the righteous, but the wicked and those who love violence his soul hates. On the wicked he will rain fiery coals and burning sulfur; a scorching wind will be their lot. For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; upright men will see his face” (Psalm 11:4-7).

God is in control. Jesus is still King of kings and Lord of Lords. God is a God of justice and the wicked will be punished and the righteous will receive everlasting life with Jesus.  Psalm 27:14 reminds us. “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.” Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:13 and 14, “You are the salt of the earth.  You are the light of the world.” So, while we’re waiting for the Lord, we are to make a difference in the world. Are we making things better? Salt enhances the flavor and makes food taste better. It also preserves and heals. Our lives must have that effect on our culture. Light reveals, brightens and illuminates our way.  Do our lives show others the way to Jesus? Do we reveal the truth of God’s Word through what we say and do? Are we showing others the way of salvation and life everlasting?

As you stand strong on God’s truth, learn more about the founding of our country. Read the Constitution. Then, do what you can to help others do the same.  Contact your representatives and senators in the state and federal government. Sign appropriate petitions, listen to what candidates say and vote accordingly. Watch or listen to news outlets that are not biased and stay informed. Vote accordingly. Pray, pray, and pray.  Be an informed, truth-founded, Biblical citizen.

I pray our country can once again be a freedom loving country. Whatever the outcome, “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord” (Psalm 27:14).

“Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth” (Psalm 57:11).

I often feel discouraged. Maybe you do, too. Just listening to the news or reading the newspaper can bring those feelings of discouragement. There is only one way to rise above those feelings and that is to stay connected to God’s Word.

The Psalms speak loudly with encouragement for me. David, as God’s anointed king, had more than his share of troubles, and yet, he continued to trust God. I am not being chased by enemies who seek my life. (At least, I don’t think so.) But I live in a country that is quickly deteriorating before our very eyes! We have government leaders who no longer govern by the Constitution given us by our forefathers who sacrificed much to establish a new government. We seem to have lost our way and hang weak and vulnerable among the nations of the world. Yes, I’m feeling discouragement.

I know I can’t stay in that place. So, I keep going back to the Word. Also, I look for the voices of truth. Satan want us to believe his lies. He has deceived many, but I see God at work. I’m hearing some leaders speaking and acting upon truth. I pray for them! People are responding to the gospel and churches are growing. God’s Word is living and active, drawing people to Jesus, the only Savior we have! I praise God!

“Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. I will praise you, O LORD, my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever. For great is your love toward me; you have delivered me from the depths of the grave” (Psalm 86:11-13).