A Side Note for Covid-19
Romans 13:1-5 (NIV)
Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. 3 For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. Do you want to be free from fear of the one in authority? Then do what is right and you will be commended. 4 For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer. 5 Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.
A Side Note About the Covid-19 Pandemic
God is in control of our situations during this time. Although there are a lot of people out there fighting that this is all a conspiracy and against our rights, I know what God wants us to do and that is to believe that our governments and leaders are led by Him. (See above scripture) Therefore, I will do as God leads and whatever the government says is the right path. We are in a strange and ever changing world right now.
If you are feeling deceived right now by government or world government then please reflect on this....
1. Why would 213 nations, as of today, be willing to go into an economic shut down, that could destroy lives?
2. Why would these countries want to change the rights and votes of only the United States?
3. Why would the majority of medical workers be concerned about a worse second wave because people won't listen?
4. Look into the Swine Flu Pandemic of 1918-1920, think of what it was like for them without the media and etc., to falsify and cause fear?
After, thinking on this for a while, we need to reflect on what God is doing right now! He's brought families back to the dinner table to talk together, He's brought people back to church and back to prayer, He's healing our planet from all the toxins that we have caused, and He's showing us that in any situation that He is here with us. This is a time of opportunity not disappointment. If we could all just reflect on the good and quit making up lies, misunderstandings, along with conspiracies, it may just be an easier time for all of us. God hasn't allowed our churches and fellowships to go away entirely, they are still open on the social media sites, where we can even talk or speak to one another in one form or another. We still have means to go get food and the things we need. Yes, everything is opening slowly, but we are now starting to return to work. We have caused our leaders hardship and hurt, so they won't do another stay at home, as we fought against the first one so bad. How will we feel if we lose way more than the first round because we didn't listen to reason? I feel sorry for our medical workers and all those who have had to endure this terrible virus and pray for each and everyone daily. I am in continuous prayer everyday that this ends and there is a cure.
I am not in fear, I have lots of faith. I will wear a mask not for my protection, as much as, your protection. I will be staying at home, as much as, I can through the summer, as this could be something that will have to be the new normal until a cure and/or a vaccine is found. I do not believe that this is for political gain or against my constitutional rights. God expects us to be cautious and not temp Him (Matt. 4:7 & Luke 4:12)
I pray that all of you will remain safe without fear, as my family is. I pray that the love of God be upon you and bless you no matter what your situation.
Be blessed not stressed!
In the Love of Christ,
Pastor Jean-Marie
Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. 2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. 3 For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. Do you want to be free from fear of the one in authority? Then do what is right and you will be commended. 4 For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer. 5 Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.
A Side Note About the Covid-19 Pandemic
God is in control of our situations during this time. Although there are a lot of people out there fighting that this is all a conspiracy and against our rights, I know what God wants us to do and that is to believe that our governments and leaders are led by Him. (See above scripture) Therefore, I will do as God leads and whatever the government says is the right path. We are in a strange and ever changing world right now.
If you are feeling deceived right now by government or world government then please reflect on this....
1. Why would 213 nations, as of today, be willing to go into an economic shut down, that could destroy lives?
2. Why would these countries want to change the rights and votes of only the United States?
3. Why would the majority of medical workers be concerned about a worse second wave because people won't listen?
4. Look into the Swine Flu Pandemic of 1918-1920, think of what it was like for them without the media and etc., to falsify and cause fear?
After, thinking on this for a while, we need to reflect on what God is doing right now! He's brought families back to the dinner table to talk together, He's brought people back to church and back to prayer, He's healing our planet from all the toxins that we have caused, and He's showing us that in any situation that He is here with us. This is a time of opportunity not disappointment. If we could all just reflect on the good and quit making up lies, misunderstandings, along with conspiracies, it may just be an easier time for all of us. God hasn't allowed our churches and fellowships to go away entirely, they are still open on the social media sites, where we can even talk or speak to one another in one form or another. We still have means to go get food and the things we need. Yes, everything is opening slowly, but we are now starting to return to work. We have caused our leaders hardship and hurt, so they won't do another stay at home, as we fought against the first one so bad. How will we feel if we lose way more than the first round because we didn't listen to reason? I feel sorry for our medical workers and all those who have had to endure this terrible virus and pray for each and everyone daily. I am in continuous prayer everyday that this ends and there is a cure.
I am not in fear, I have lots of faith. I will wear a mask not for my protection, as much as, your protection. I will be staying at home, as much as, I can through the summer, as this could be something that will have to be the new normal until a cure and/or a vaccine is found. I do not believe that this is for political gain or against my constitutional rights. God expects us to be cautious and not temp Him (Matt. 4:7 & Luke 4:12)
I pray that all of you will remain safe without fear, as my family is. I pray that the love of God be upon you and bless you no matter what your situation.
Be blessed not stressed!
In the Love of Christ,
Pastor Jean-Marie
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