No Kings
For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed, it cannot. Romans 8:6-7 ESV
According to organizers, the “No Kings” protest over the weekend drew 8 million people across all 50 states. They were rallying together in their opposition to President Trump. 1
I mostly avoid politics in my ministry because I want to be able to share Christ with anyone, regardless of political party, but this protest did get me thinking.
The idea of “no kings” is one of the reasons that some will not acknowledge Jesus Christ as their Savior, or even acknowledge that there is a God. These individuals want to control their own lives.
One author said, “They simply hate the idea that anything—or any One—should have control over them. What they do not realize is that Satan himself is controlling them, blinding them, and preparing their souls for hell.” 2
He’s speaking, of course, about 2 Corinthians 4:4, In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. (ESV)
Before coming to Jesus, we were also blind until the Holy Spirit helped us see Christ. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6 ESV
Let’s pray that these precious people living in spiritual darkness will meet the true King!
Dear Heavenly Father, Help me remember that I am surrounded by those who do not know You. Today, open doors for me to speak for Christ. And as I speak, please open the eyes and minds of these precious people so that the glorious Gospel might shine through. In the Savior’s Name, I pray, Amen.