The coronavirus and its effects on our communities are evident all around us. We are awash in information and misinformation, given opinions that run from wildly pessimistic to optimistic, and left confused and not knowing who or what to believe.
We don’t have to be led by fear and uncertainty. We can remember that God is in control even though we don’t see it, don’t understand it, don’t like it, and don’t want to deal with it.
Paul told Timothy “But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.”
This is what we must do today, whatever our ministry, calling, role, or occupation. I encourage Christian business leaders around the country to pray for our nation.
Pray for the physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual well-being for our families, friends, and neighbors.
Pray that God grants our government, medical, media, business, and community leaders wisdom to make the best decisions possible for their areas of influence and responsibility.
Pray that we re-evaluate how we do business and education, remember what is important, and invest our time and efforts into what really matters so we come out of this stronger and better than before.
Pray that businesses and jobs are protected, that families renew their bonds, and that we turn back to God.
God is not a God of confusion. This is a time where Christians can be salt and light to a world that needs it. Take care of others. Don’t panic. Be prudent but not fearful.
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. – John 16:33
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