Let’s not miss this moment. What do we mean by that statement? Everyone is in agreement that these are unprecedented times for all of us living now in the  21st century. The convergence of pandemics, politics, and protests is bringing about rapid cultural unrest and change. A few questions that can help us get our bearings in the midst of this cultural storm are:

Are we primarily looking to culture or scripture to make sense of this moment?

How do we know if we are subtly surrendering to secularism?

How is the Church suppose to be in the world?

How do we know when too much of the world is in the Church?

Anti-Christian cultural changes have moved into warp speed this summer. We as a nation are clearly a secular culture now. The newest data reveals that the “majority of Americans no longer believe human life has intrinsic value.” The majority polled recently rejected the idea that “human life is sacred.” Interestingly, though the majority still believes that humans are “basically good.” (Gospel Coalition data)

Some other clear signs of this warp speed cultural change are that America no longer sees Church as essential and the Supreme Court’s redefining the definition of “sex”, which was a natural result of the court’s redefining marriage a few years ago. These will have huge ramifications for our culture moving forward. The State of Utah has legalized polygamy, for we as a culture no longer have any moral foundation to guide us since we have abandoned “absolute truth.” 

Now, none of this surprises God, He is at work, like He has been throughout the ages to refine, correct and strengthen His people – His Church. I truly believe that God desires a major overhaul of His Church and that is what we must not miss. 

God desires His people to get serious about His Word 

God is serious about sin and desires His people to be holy

God loves His Church, the Body of Christ and expects it to shine during these times

God promises to judge His Church first, to purify it so it can be pleasing to Him

We cannot shine for Him in the world until He shines within us and the Church. He cannot shine within us and within the Church if we are more glued to social media and news than the Word of God and the fellowship of the saints. It is that simple – Let’s not miss this moment!