“You are the salt of the earth; you are the light of the world.” Jesus described His church in this way.

ISIS brags about kidnapping a Catholic priest in Yemen and threatens to crucify him on Good Friday. Christians were targeted in Pakistan, killing at least 65 people, mostly women and children.

Suicide bombers in Brussels, Belgium; jihadists in Paris, France; San Bernardino, California; the Boston Marathon; Fort Hood.

The common thread between these attacks is Islamic jihad, regardless if the president acknowledges it or not.

The world is getting darker, but the anecdote to this darkness will never be political. It is spiritual. Instead of waiting for someone to turn on the light, it is time for you and I to be the light.

Have you ever been accused of being a one issue voter?

Just because you believe Biblical values are best for our country doesn’t mean that you may not know who the Treasury Secretary is. Nor does it mean you don’t have any concern for the economy.

However, the scripture teaches that righteousness exalts a nation and sin is a reproach to any people.

Because you hold fast to biblical values, does not mean you distance everything else because you have no concern about it.

When we recognize that righteousness does in fact exalt a nation, we also recognize that it has its impact on the economy.

Because you believe the Bible doesn’t make you a one issue voter. It makes you biblical.

“The LORD’s mercies are new every morning.  Great is your faithfulness.”  Paraphrased from Lamentations 3:23 (ESV).

One thing a Trump presidency brings with it is new language from the Democrats.  What use to be described as “obstruction” will now be termed a “Constitutional Check on Executive Power.”

Democrats are positioning themselves to be the “No” party as they get ready to rumble with Donald Trump over his cabinet picks and the entirety of his Presidential agenda.

Just watch as the Democrats, and their public relations team—the mainstream media, employ new vernacular to laud the Constitutional fidelity shown by Congressional Democrats as they seek to thwart President Trump at every turn.

It's amazing how much one election changes things.

“…For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things.”  Romans 2:1 (ESV)

Madison Square Garden owner James Dolan announced the Radio City Rockettes had to perform Trump’s inauguration.

One Rockette wrote it made her cry that she was being forced to do something she didn’t believe in.

George Takei tweeted his support for the Rockettes who were being “forced to do something terrible they didn’t choose.”

Anthony Bourdain announced he refuses to eat at any restaurant hosted at Trump Tower.

Suddenly, freedom of association is cool. Freedom to selectively patronize businesses or offer your services is actually vital now… unless, of course, you’re a Christian baker, florist, or artist.

“But no one can enter a strong man's house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man.”  Mark 3:27 (ESV)

Over the Christmas weekend in Chicago police investigated 27 shooting incidents, 12 of which were fatal.

There have been 753 homicides and 3,495 shooting incidents in the city from January 1st to December 25th.

Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said criminals feel empowered and emboldened by recent police criticism.

He explained “when criminals feel the public will speak out for them and not the police officers, that's giving them the power to go out and do what they did” over the Christmas weekend. 

Anti-police sentiment jeopardizes the safety of the most vulnerable communities.

“I will bless those who bless you, and him who dishonors you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”  Genesis 12:3 (ESV)

In an unprecedented move the United States has joined 14 other nations in condemning Israel for living and building in Judea and Eastern Jerusalem before the U.N. Security Council. 

The U.S. has veto power over any measure presented there.  Instead of using this power the U.S. abstained from the vote, paving the way for the Council to condemn Israel for maintaining sites like the Western Wall.  The White House has confirmed that this decision came directly from President Obama.

Its unwise to turn our backs on Israel.

“And God said, "Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for seasons, and for days and years.”  Genesis 1:14 (ESV)

Among the many things God has provided, He’s granted us the blessing of times and seasons.  He’s also blessed us with the clocks and calendars to measure the passage of time.

As we evaluate last year and set goals for the new year there will be many competitors for the throne of hearts.  But Christ deserves top billing.  May your New Year’s calendar be filled with unwavering resolve and exponential growth in your commitment  to follow King Jesus.

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” John 14:15

In the latest show of tolerance Chip and Joanna Gaines, the HGTV stars of the hit show “Fixer Upper,” are getting flack for attending a church where - get ready for it - the Pastor actually preaches and believes what the Bible says about human sexuality.

This is just another example of the secular progressive “tolerance” mantra being nothing more than a buzzword for ideological conformity.

In response to the current issue Chip Gaines tweeted, “In times of trouble you’ll find the Gaines family at Church.” This, undeniably, is one of the reasons people love the Gaineses. May our LORD strengthen you to hold the line.

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Some wondered how Christians could vote for Trump.  The simple fact is many Christians voted in self-defense.

They voted to stop the relentless, eight-year-long assault not just on their values, but on their ability to live their lives unmolested without having radical progressives attempt to force some newly invented ideology down their throat or hang some new “phobia” label around their necks or garnish their wages to pay for medical exterminators to suction tiny human beings into bloody slurry.

Most of these Christians are not activists. Most of them just want to be left alone.

In North Carolina the U.S. Government is informing illegal immigrants how to apply for FEMA assistance.

A FEMA press released obtained by American Family News states, “undocumented parents or guardians can apply” for assistance.  The document goes on to state “FEMA does not ask questions about citizenship or immigration status of other household members and no information will be gathered.”

How can our government give lip-service, on one hand, to wanting to curb our national illegal immigration problem while simultaneously providing incentives like this for more illegal immigration.

Could this be another example why Donald Trump is our next President?

“Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation.”  Luke 2:29-30 (ESV).

Simeon spoke these words when he met baby Jesus.

The Holy Spirit revealed that he would not die until he saw the messiah.  Immediately upon meeting Jesus in the temple, Simeon held him and worshiped God saying, “now you are letting your servant depart in peace for my eyes have seen your salvation.”

Jesus hadn’t yet preached a sermon, healed anyone, or even mentioned the cross.  Simeon only held a baby.  But confidence in God’s salvation promise was absolute.  This is why we celebrate Christmas.

“We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work.” John 9:4 (ESV)

November 8th has come and gone. The 45th President of the United States is Donald J. Trump.

For some it was a great triumph. For others, a national calamity.

Regardless of where you fall on the political spectrum, the agenda has not changed for the Christ-follower.

This is not the time to ease off of the gas pedal.  Actually, we must increase our resolve to be about our Father’s business.  Now, more than ever, we must proclaim the Gospel and make disciples for we are accountable to a King who can’t be voted out of office.

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"The fear of the LORD is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor." Proverbs 15:33 (ESV)

In the wake of Donald Trump’s improbable presidential victory many on the progressive left are trying to figure out what happened.

To do so, many of them are resorting to the typical name calling… you know… America is racist, sexist, misogynistic, etc.

Never-mind that Trump won a larger percentage of hispanic voters than Mitt Romney, 13% of black men voted for Trump, 42% of all women voted for Trump, and many voters who swung Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida to Trump voted for President Obama in 2008 and 2012.

The voters explained the election simply.  They did not want Hillary Clinton.

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“Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.”  Ephesians 6:13 (KJV)

In the latest show of anti-Christian bigotry the Connecticut Comptroller sent an official letter to the American Family Association to express his personal objection, as a homosexual man, to our stance for the Biblical definition of marriage and standard for human sexuality.

This elected official had no problem using his public office as an instrument of anti-christian antagonism and intimidation.

Thought the day may be evil our duty remains the same.  We won’t faint in the day of adversity.  Having done all, we will stand!!!

“Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house.”  Matthew 5:15

Considering Army's football record, it's no wonder the team is resorting to prayer.  West Point's Black Knights haven't had a winning season since 2010, so you can't blame them for thanking God when they finally got a victory.

Unfortunately, not everyone was as enthusiastic about the prayer as the players and their coach.

After one ridiculous complaint, the video of the celebration and the prayer was removed from social media.

These cadets went to West Point to defend our Constitution.  The biggest threat to it seems to be right here at home.

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“… but they became futile in their thinking.” Romans 1:21

The University of Michigan adopted a new policy allowing students to choose their preferred pronouns, including the sex-neutral “they” and “ze” to appear on class rosters.

To highlight the absolute absurdity of this policy one student listed his preferred pronoun as “your majesty” and it worked. He tweeted, “I henceforth shall be referred to as: His Majesty, Grant Strobl. I encourage all U-M students to go onto Wolverine Access and insert the identity of their dreams.”

This is hilarious and sad at the same time.

When you extend this ridiculous logic to its obvious consequences, you can see the logic’s frailty.

Facts or feelings? Which will govern?

“And Moses said, ‘I will turn aside to see this great sight, why the bush is not burned.’” Exodus 3:3 

In the burning bush encounter scripture records that it began as Moses kept Jethro’s flock. Exodus 3:1

“When the LORD saw that he turned aside to see, God called to him out of the bush, "Moses, Moses!" And he said, "Here I am.” Exodus 3:4

Notice, God didn’t speak to Moses until He gave full attention to what God was trying to show him.

Diligent attention to daily duty is necessary.  We must be careful, however, not to allow duty to become an idol.  Are our hearts still sensitive to God? Can God still get our attention?

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“Now then, let the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for there is no injustice with the LORD our God, or partiality or taking bribes.” 2 Chronicles 19:7

On the campaign trail in 2008, Barack Obama promised to fundamentally transform the United States of America.

That revolution has been comprehensive, dramatic, and under the radar.

When Obama entered the Oval Office, liberal judges controlled just one of the 13 circuits of the U.S. Court of Appeals.

Fifty-five successful presidential nominations later, liberal majorities now control nine of those appeals benches, or 70 percent.

The Supreme Court grabs the spotlight, but it hears fewer than 100 cases a year while the 13 federal courts of appeals handle about 35,000.

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“We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.”  2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV)

"Some wondered how Christians could vote for Trump.  The simple fact is many Christians voted in self-defense.

They voted to stop the relentless, eight-year-long assault not just on their values, but on their ability to live their lives unmolested without having radical progressives attempt to force some newly invented ideology down their throat or hang some new “phobia” label around their necks or garnish their wages to pay for medical exterminators to suction tiny human beings into bloody slurry.

Most of these Christians are not activists. Most of them just want to be left alone."

“But Jesus called them to Him, saying, ‘Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God’. ” Luke 18:16 (ESV)

Police in Iraq stopped a little boy who had an explosive belt around his waist. The child claimed terrorists kidnapped him and forced him to become a suicide bomber. Thankfully, the police stopped him before it was too late.

This occurred two days after an adolescent suicide bomber blew himself up at a wedding party in Southeastern Turkey. At least 54 people were killed. President Erdogan said the boy bomber was between 12 and 14 years old.

Jesus said let the children come to me. Terrorists turn children into ornaments of Jihad.

There is objective evil in the world.

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