“…and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven
shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High.” Dan.7.27 ESV
How is the Kingdom of Christ to unfold in the world? The church has been divided in it’s understanding of how things will play out. Some have said that the Kingdom is chiefly spiritual and that Christ has come only to rule in our hearts. Others believe that while the Kingdom is certainly spiritual it will culminate with Christ’s physical presence ruling physically over the nations. However it plays out, I think that the abandon ship attitude of some modern day Christians does not properly honor the true economy of any kingdom that would bear Christ’s name. Take for instance where someone said, “We don't have to protect the environment, the Second Coming is at hand.” Or how about the call of some to pull out of politics and let the world have it if this will hasten the second coming. Thank God that the founding fathers of America did not share this view. Nor did the generation who fought in the wars of the last century who passed us our freedom. Jesus prayed, “I do not ask that you take them out of the world,” and until our King says otherwise we should not abandon it either.” Our grandchildren may yet have work to do for His glory and they may appreciate clean air and good government while doing it. 11/11/2008 ts
Just me trying to be honest with God.
