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How do we respond to chaos with courage and faith when our values are constantly being challenged?
Answer:
As a pastor and a Christian, I've seen firsthand the challenges that come with living out our faith in a world that increasingly rejects our values. When chaos and hostility surround us, it's tempting to shrink back or compromise our convictions. But I believe that's when we need courage and faith the most. We must be vigilant in prayer for our brothers and sisters, even as we face the growing threats of secularism. It's easy to feel defeated when our values are constantly being challenged. But as Cornelius Van Til reminds us, our faith is not based on any victory we've won, but on the Word of God. We must do what God wants us to do, whether or not we're successful. This means standing firm on our values, even when it's difficult or unpopular. It means trusting in God's sovereignty and goodness, even when we can't see the outcome. As Hebrews 12:1-2 reminds us, we're to "run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus." In times of struggle, it's essential to remember that our faith is a gift from God, a divine faith that's not based on human strength or ability. We're kept by the power of faith, and it's not ours to possess or control. When we're weak or discouraged, our sole confidence should be in Christ. He will not abandon His own, and He will give us the strength to persevere, even when the road ahead seems uncertain. As we face the challenges of a chaotic world, let's hold fast to our values and trust in God's goodness, knowing that He is holy love and that our faith is in Him.
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introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
no doubt about it
winfried corduran
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
practicing the way
john mark comer
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
potters freedom
james white
.from creation to the cross
albert bayliss
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