Notes From Pastor Anthony’s Desk; November 27, 2005
 

1 Peter 3: 13-17

 13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is right?  14 But even if you do suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, 15 but in your hearts reverence Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to make a defense to any one who calls you to account for the hope that is in you, yet do it with gentleness and reverence; 16 and keep your conscience clear, so that, when you are abused, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. 17 For it is better to suffer for doing right, if that should be God's will, than for doing wrong.

This past Tuesday night we saw a great out pouring of concern from a large group of citizens in Powell County that wants to see a change. They want to see a difference made in the way that our community is living. As a matter of fact we had around 40 people from Stanton 1st Church of God alone come out and show their support. But now the question is, what next? Where do we go from here?  What is expected out of us?

Well sorry to say, I don’t have all the answers. I have plans and ideas that are shared by many other men and women in my position but we are waiting on God to set things in motion. But even if we are unsure of what will be our next step, our scripture above tells us what to do in the mean time. It says to do what is right!!! But what does that mean? It doesn’t mean do what you want, or what you think is right, It means do what God thinks is right. There is a large difference in doing good and doing what is Godly. These two are not always the same.

Many people do nothing out of fear. But I would rather be hunted down like a 12 point Buck for doing the work of God, than I would stand before the Lord empty handed because I was afraid to get involved. “To fear is one thing. To let fear grab you by the tail and swing you around is another.” -Katherine Paterson

 

I have always heard that bad things happen when good people sit back and do nothing. I believe that statement more everyday. So what will it be? Will you take a stand for the right or will you stand there and do nothing? That is between you and God.

     

In my prayers -  Pastor Anthony

 

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