June 16 Wisdom’s Call Proverbs 8:1-8
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Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “Does not wisdom call out?
Does not understanding raise her voice? 2 At the highest point along the way, where the paths meet, she takes her stand; 3 beside the gate leading into the city, at the entrance, she cries aloud: 4 “To you, O people, I call out; I raise my voice to all mankind. 5 You who are simple, gain prudence; you who are foolish, set your hearts on it. 6 Listen, for I have trustworthy things to say; I open my lips to speak what is right. 7 My mouth speaks what is true, for my lips detest wickedness. 8 All the words of my mouth are just; none of them is crooked or perverse.” (Proverbs 8:1-8)
In the United States of America, there has been a systematic rejection of “wisdom” and “truth,” and it has been replaced with “foolishness” and “twisted” thought and speech. The teachings of standards, basic morality, “right & wrong,” have been replaced by “whatever and however you Feel!” (The results of several generations of this lawlessness, and “I am offended” mentality, have produced the violence, ignorance, and amoral behaviors that we are experiencing today!) The Fact of the Matter is clear! When there are NO STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR and NO EXPECTATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEGRITY, then you will experience CHAOS, LAWLESSNESS, and a DECAY of DECENCY! Dear Friends, this is Reality in 21st century America, and it is only going to get worse! Think about it… Our schools used to teach about math, science, language, and skills for living! Today’s priority is all about “Social Issues!” SIDE NOTE: How can anyone, who has any level of understanding about the true value of living, support, in our public schools, the indoctrination of sexual orientation, identity, and gender determination, to children, 5 years old through 9 years old? (The NC Legislature is proposing legislation that would bar the teaching of sexual orientation and its variances to Kindergarteners through the Third grade and guaranteeing a parent’s right to control the material being taught. Wow! Our Governor has assured those who are opposed to parental rights and those who are all about the indoctrination of our most vulnerable children, that he will veto any attempt to “stop the indoctrination from occurring!”) Isn’t it amazing, that these individuals that desire to expose, instruct, motivate and to guide our most vulnerable citizens, into lifestyles that are adult decisions, think that this is, okay? Could this be considered manipulation, indoctrination, or perpetuation of an ideology? Consider this… Teaching about the Ten Commandments, the Love of God, the Judeo-Christian Ethic of Living, are considered evil and “brainwashing,” yet these standards of behavior that are being forced upon America, these ideas that are absolutely opposed to any decent standard of thought and behavior, are being touted as the “salvation” of the American Culture! Friends, pay close attention to what is going on around you! The exercise of your faith, your beliefs, your “right,” as an American, is rapidly narrowing into an afterthought! Evil is Growing, Evil is becoming the standard, not the exception, and Satan is having a freehand in government, schools, and, even in some churches, so, what do we do? First, do not go blindly into this chaos! Be aware of the “snakes that are in the grass,” then, make sure that your relationship is proper and secure in Jesus Christ, and continue to pray for our Nation, our Leaders, our friends, and neighbors, and those who would have you silenced! Stay Strong, the Battle is on-going, and it is going to continue to rage until Jesus returns! Let not your hearts be troubled…Stay Aware of the Issues, Continue to Share the Love of Jesus Christ, and continue to make a difference, right where you are! Spiritual Wisdom is a must… “My mouth speaks what is true, for my lips detest wickedness. 8 All the words of my mouth are just; none of them is crooked or perverse.” THE BEST IS YET TO BE!