However, before you take the seat of the Judge or lead a procession of 'correctness activists', it is wise to observe the situation carefully and get understanding --first.
Contrary to popular belief, most problems have spiritual roots. Most of what we see are simply the outer effects of deeper causes. Isn't that why they say 'accidents don't just happen and there is no fire without a smoke'. Before every fire, there was a smoke. Before the smoke there was a spark. Before the spark there was a watchman who fell asleep on duty. And while men slept an enemy came to sow tares among the wheat [Matt 13:25,28]!
The implication is this: when we (who call on the name of the Lord) see evil in the land (tares among the wheat), we do not have to be quick to blame the government, institutions or people in positions of authority. Instead, we should first go on our knees and pray to THE HEAVENLY FATHER. Yes, we haven't prayed enough. We should pray for forgiveness for those who need forgiveness, mercy for those who need mercy, restoration for those who need restoration and wisdom for all of us for a better tomorrow.
While each of us can pray by ourselves anywhere and at any time, our prayer takes an entirely new level when we join forces with others in the House of Prayer. The prayer of agreement in the house of prayer will accomplish far greater things than the prayer of one man in his room. And yes, it will definitely accomplish better things than playing the blame game.
Do you feel a sense of injustice, oppression or neglect? Do something about it this weekend: Go to the HOUSE of PRAYER and ask THE FATHER for help. What better time is there to come to THE FATHER than this Father's Day weekend? Go and pray for divine strength and wisdom for our earthly fathers and leaders so that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. [1 Timothy 2:1-8].
Well, that's my Saturday Soul Soup for you today! Peace!
Happy Father's Day!
Pastor Peter Okaka
The House of Prayer
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