Stand Strong

I saw this picture on Facebook today, and the caption was, "Because everyone needs to see a Bluefooted Booby right now."  Yes, I think we do.

Things have been a little tense right now. One of our friends was "censored" on Facebook for expressing her opinion on the current situation in America. Many of us feel the frustration of anytime we speak up for the truth or say anything in support of our President, we are bombarded with vitriol and hatred from the far left.  I actually saw on the news this morning about a young man who is a teacher/coach at a school somewhere in America,  who was fired from his position for tweeting that President Trump is his president.  He did clarify that the reason he was "fired" was because there was so much backlash from parents and students, complaining to the school board that they did not want their child in this teacher's class...and so they gave him the option to resign or be fired. He said he would not resign, so he was fired. That is unbelievable, but it is true, and that is what is happening in our country today, among other horrible things. I don't want this to be a political post, but I do want us to be aware of the line that is being drawn down the middle of our country, and I pray that it does not affect our friendships here in blogland.  I try to keep my blog posts as non-political as possible only because I believe we all need a break from the stress and anxiety of what is going on out there in the world today. But when we see the injustices and censorship that is happening all around us, I have to speak up for the truth.

I listened to an excellent short message from Priscilla Shirer online last night, entitled "Stay, Jesus is Coming".   I am sharing it here for you.  When I first clicked on it I wasn't sure who was speaking, but I looked it up to be sure, and was happy to find that it was Priscilla, as she has a powerful ministry that is based on God's Word and truth.  I hope you will take a few minutes to listen to this. It really spoke to me about "staying, abiding, and remaining" in Jesus Christ during these turbulent times.  I think you will be blessed. 

The other thing that I found encouraging last night was this post:

Ephesians 6:10-18

The Whole Armor of God

"10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; 18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—"

I did make the comment to a friend that Facebook (social media) is not the ONLY method that God has to get His message out.  What did we do before social media took over our lives?  Well, we probably got a LOT  MORE done than we do now in our homes and families and work without the constant distraction of these messengers.  At one time email was the culprit for stealing our time and energy, and then it kind of became passe' when Facebook took over.  Before that it was the telephone and the television.  But God has been getting His message out to humanity since time began. He spoke to us through Moses and the Prophets, and then in the New Testament through Jesus and the Gospels and the Apostles in the Epistles...God's Word is alive and living and real...and His Word is

"For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, 

piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, 

and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart."

 Hebrews 4:12

We can trust God to get His Word out through many different means, and if Facebook were to disappear from the world today, we would still have a voice, God would still raise up His warriors to fight in this battle between good and evil.  But remember...no matter what happens, we already know that Jesus Christ is victorious over sin and death.  I've read the end of the Book.  I know how it ends. But I will still do my part to stand strong in Christ and go where He leads me and speak when He guides me.  The most important thing we can do in this battle is first of all to get on our knees and PRAY.  And then STAND....Stand in the knowledge that we are children of the Most High God, King of kings, and Lord of lords, and together we will win this battle.    So don't give up, my friends...Stand strong in your faith and put your trust in the Lord. Amen?

Remember this song by Twila Paris?  "The Warrior is a Child"

The Warrior Is A Child

Twila Paris

Lately I've been winning
Battles left and right
But even winners can get
Wounded in the fight
People say that I'm amazing
Strong beyond my years
But they don't see inside of me
I'm hiding all the tears

They don't know that
I go running home when I fall down
They don't know Who picks me
Up when no one is around
I drop my sword and cry for just a while
'Cause deep inside this armor
The warrior is a child

Unafraid because His armor is the best
But even soldiers need a quiet place to rest
People say that I'm amazing
Never face retreat
But they don't see the enemies
That lay me at His feet

They don't know that I go
Running home when I fall down
They don't know Who picks me
Up when no one is around
I drop my sword and cry for just a while
'Cause deep inside this armor
The warrior is a child

They don't know that I go
Running home when I fall down
They don't know Who picks me
Up when no one is around
I drop my sword and look up for a smile
'Cause deep inside this armor
Deep inside this armor
Deep inside this armor
The Warrior is a Child

Source: LyricFind

Songwriters: Twila Paris

The Warrior Is A Child lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group