In the midst of the current national crisis, many are frustrated, confused, distressed and even depressed. Today's message focuses on how we should respond to the crisis as God's people.
How do we respond to the current national crisis?
1. Daily Faithfulness
Habakkuk 2:4 "the righteous person will live by his faithfulness.”
a. Be faithful to build the relationship with God
b. Be faithful to take care of family
c. Be faithful to serve church community
d. Be faithful to civic responsibilities
2. Spiritual Alertness
Ephesians 6:10-13, 18
12For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. 13Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.
We must fight against the following enemy's tactics:
a. Deception
b. Division
c. Destruction
3. Gospel Effectiveness
Romans 1:16
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes.
Ephesians 5:15-16 15 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise,16 making the most of every opportunity,because the days are evil.
1. Make the most of every opportunity
2. Share with confidence