I went to the post office yesterday to buy some postcards. The sales lady told me that they were “forever” cards, meaning that even if the postage price went up, they would still work. I thanked her and then asked if that meant that the price of postage was going up again.
She told me, “After the election. Everything will change after the election.”
That seems to be the mantra in the United States right now. After the election, the housing market will settle. After the election, the economy will improve. After the election, the price of gas will go down. After the election…..
No one is sure how it will change things.
Will it be good or bad? Sometimes we can fear the unknown.
Our country is in a spiritual battle right now. Some view Obama as representative of the Muslim population. There was already a call for all Christians to remove themselves from the Democratic party in August, per Charisma magazine.
Given the fact, that they tried to remove God from their convention, and have been publicly attacking others, perhaps they needed a bold statement. Talk about losing your foundation…
Then there is the Mormon issue of Mitt Romney. Jesus is the Son of God, no questions. We, as Christians, do carry power and authority on the cross of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.
The turmoil has been going on since last year.
I don’t know if you remember, but during the Washington D.C. earthquake last year, there was foundational damage done to both the Washington National Monument, and the National Cathedral. Pretty profound in retrospect, don’t you think?
Then there is the Mormon issue of Mitt Romney. Jesus is the Son of God, no questions. We, as Christians, do carry power and authority on the cross of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.
The turmoil has been going on since last year.
I don’t know if you remember, but during the Washington D.C. earthquake last year, there was foundational damage done to both the Washington National Monument, and the National Cathedral. Pretty profound in retrospect, don’t you think?
You don’t need a basic history lesson, but as we all know, our country was founded on the freedom to worship Jesus Christ, because the King of England tried to oppress us. George Washington nor the Cathedral are God, and neither is the President.
I mean, really, what are America's choices for president this year?
I can safely say that I am not sure who I am going to vote for this year. I don’t even know or care what the political and social issues are at this point, other than the fact that the opposing sides need to find some sort of peaceable “agree, to disagree” cooperative. No one listens when there is mud-slinging going on.
I am praying and seeking out the Lord’s will---His bigger plan for this country. There are many prayer organizations and rallies that support this effort. God is still God, and we are facing some interesting challenges regarding our country’s international relations, particularly in the face of Israel’s continuing problems.
I mean, really, what are America's choices for president this year?
I can safely say that I am not sure who I am going to vote for this year. I don’t even know or care what the political and social issues are at this point, other than the fact that the opposing sides need to find some sort of peaceable “agree, to disagree” cooperative. No one listens when there is mud-slinging going on.
I am praying and seeking out the Lord’s will---His bigger plan for this country. There are many prayer organizations and rallies that support this effort. God is still God, and we are facing some interesting challenges regarding our country’s international relations, particularly in the face of Israel’s continuing problems.
I was thinking about the mercy of God.
The Jewish holiday, Yom Kippur is today
The Jewish holiday, Yom Kippur is today
Historically, the Jewish High Holy Days, or Yom Kippur, are a season of repentance when the shofar is blown every morning to remind the Israelites to seek repentance before God.
Rosh Hashanah last Sunday, which is the Jewish New Year on their calendar.
This is historically the day that Moses delivered the Ten Commandments to the people after they repented of worshipping the golden calf.
The point here is that Yom Kippur is all about seeking the mercy of God.
The point here is that Yom Kippur is all about seeking the mercy of God.
I don't know about you, but I know that we need it as a people and as a country.
The following Bible passage was given to Moses, in the presence of the Lord on Mount Sinai, and is very encouraging when we see the darkness of the world and our circumstances.
God's mercy is unrelenting, yes?
The 13 Attributes of God’s Mercy (Exodus 34:6-7)
The 13 attributes of God's mercy are a reminder of God's sovereignty over His people. While originally, that included only the Jewish people, it now includes us as Christians.
The English translation is in italics, and the Hebrew is in bold italics. The translation is from A Year Through The Torah by John J. Parsons.
The Lord Adonai (The source of Life)
The Lord Adonai (Said twice to show mercy to sinners)
El (God the Mighty; God the rightful judge)
A God merciful Rachum (God the compassionate, merciful to the poor and downtrodden)
And gracious, Ve‘chanun (God is gracious and generous even to the undeserving)
Slow to anger, Ereckh Apayim (God is slow to anger and patient in waiting for our repentance.)
And abounding in steadfast love, Ve’rav Chesed (God is abundant in kindness to both the righteous and wicked.)
And faithfulness, Ve’emet (God is truthful and faithful in carrying out promises)
Keeping steadfast love for thousands, Notzer Chesed La‘alafim (God extends kindness for 1,000 generations, taking into account our ancestors: Zechut Avot.)
Forgiving iniquity Nosei Avon (God forgives iniquity, even those with premeditation.)
And transgression and sin, Vafesha (God forgives transgression, from those committed in a rebellious spirit)
But who will by no means clear the guilty, Ve’chata’ah (God forgives sin that is inadvertent)
Visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children,
And the children’s children, to the third and fourth generation. Ve’nakeh (God cancels sin for all those who are truly repentant now and in the past generations)
The Lord Adonai (The source of Life)
The Lord Adonai (Said twice to show mercy to sinners)
El (God the Mighty; God the rightful judge)
A God merciful Rachum (God the compassionate, merciful to the poor and downtrodden)
And gracious, Ve‘chanun (God is gracious and generous even to the undeserving)
Slow to anger, Ereckh Apayim (God is slow to anger and patient in waiting for our repentance.)
And abounding in steadfast love, Ve’rav Chesed (God is abundant in kindness to both the righteous and wicked.)
And faithfulness, Ve’emet (God is truthful and faithful in carrying out promises)
Keeping steadfast love for thousands, Notzer Chesed La‘alafim (God extends kindness for 1,000 generations, taking into account our ancestors: Zechut Avot.)
Forgiving iniquity Nosei Avon (God forgives iniquity, even those with premeditation.)
And transgression and sin, Vafesha (God forgives transgression, from those committed in a rebellious spirit)
But who will by no means clear the guilty, Ve’chata’ah (God forgives sin that is inadvertent)
Visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children,
And the children’s children, to the third and fourth generation. Ve’nakeh (God cancels sin for all those who are truly repentant now and in the past generations)
Praying for the Lord's will and His mercy on us all.
In His grip~Kim
Originally published on 9/23/2012
