On this cool and rainy 4th of July in
northeastern Scotland, I pray in tears, asking the Lord to reawaken compassion,
kindness, humility, gentleness and patience within the hearts of all who call
themselves Christians and yet voted and approve of the heartless bill which has
just been signed into law in the USA.
It is in a somber mood that I greet this 250th
anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Lord, have mercy on us all.
I read Paul’s admonition and instructions to the Colossians
(3:12-17) and petition the Lord, to fill me again with his Holy Spirit to
enable me to live to such a high standard of empathy and compassion, but also
to change the hearts and minds of those in leadership positions in many
countries in the world right now.
I am so thankful for the Lordship of Jesus Christ. I am so
grateful that He is the loving Creator God who knows the end from the beginning
and who is in ultimate control. I am so humbled that He has called me into a
close walk with Him, and so eager for others to hear and respond to His call
for them. Today, Lord, open eyes and ears and hearts and minds today, I pray.
