But Jesus wasn’t vague when He said, “Stand up for me against world opinion and I’ll stand up for you before my Father in heaven” (Matthew 10:32, MSG Bible). That’s not just a call -- it’s a commissioning.
Honestly, I’m doing my best to be a steadfast believer in God and His plans for our country and this world -- but I’ll admit, the constant negativity and noisy rhetoric wear me down.
Some days, I find myself slipping into whining and lamenting more than I’d like to admit. So, how do we stand up without standing on people? It starts with what we’re standing on.
Unfortunately, a national survey showed that while 62% of Americans claim to be “deeply spiritual,” only 16% base their decisions on what God’s Word says. The rest? “Whatever feels right,” “whatever’s best for me,” or “whatever keeps Uncle Milton from starting another political debate.”
But when we let Scripture shape our worldview, something changes. We become steady in chaos, kind in conflict, hopeful when others are hardened. We don’t bury our heads or start arguments -- we live out truth with grace, courage, and holy confidence.
AND….we pray. God’s Word always triumphs meanness, unkindness, nasty rhetoric and hate-filled agendas. Let’s choose God’s ways and be THE LIGHT that this world needs. Let’s be God’s people who do this:
"If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14
This kind of courage isn’t loud or angry. It’s rooted. It doesn't run. It stands -- firm, yet gentle and kind and full of light.
So, whether it’s politics, relationships, or whatever the news cycle throws next -- stand on truth. Stand with love. And most of all, stand up for Jesus -- because He’s standing up for you and me.
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