Today I write with a troubled spirit. I saw something that grieved me deeply—news of a Tesla car vandalized, reportedly because of the owner's political stance or beliefs. And instead of universal condemnation, there were whispers of approval, subtle nods from people in leadership who should be defending peace and decency. It wasn’t the act of destruction alone that hurt—it was the indifference, the silent applause, and the moral confusion wrapped around it.
My soul aches not just because property was damaged, but because it feels like we’re drifting into a culture that increasingly celebrates chaos, excuses hatred, and, most heartbreakingly, disdains Your name, Jesus. It seems that speaking of You in public, lifting up Your truth and righteousness, now makes someone a target. I have seen people mocked, belittled, and even silenced—not for violence, but for simply proclaiming that Jesus is Lord.
“Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness.” — Isaiah 5:20
Father, I’m not writing these words to condemn others, because I know Your Word calls me first to humility and love. But I cannot deny the sorrow in my heart when it seems that those elected to protect justice and uphold peace instead champion ideas and actions that sow division, applaud destruction, and turn away from Your righteousness.
I sometimes wonder: how did we come to this? When did rejecting Christ become a badge of honor in politics? Why does a simple truth—like honoring life, loving our neighbors, respecting one another’s property—spark outrage instead of unity? And why is it that the people who name Your name are the first to be silenced or labeled “hateful,” even when we are only pleading for light in the darkness?
“If the world hates you, know that it has hated Me before it hated you.” — John 15:18
Lord, You told us this would happen. You warned us that we would be hated for Your name’s sake. And yet, I still struggle when I see evil praised and good people punished. I’m tempted at times to respond with frustration, even anger. But I know that’s not Your way.
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” — Romans 12:21
So instead of letting my heart grow bitter, I turn to You, Jesus. I pray for our leaders—every one of them, no matter their party or platform. I ask that You soften their hearts, open their eyes to the truth, and grant them the courage to stand for what is just and right. Not what is popular, not what is politically expedient—but what is rooted in eternal truth.
And Lord, I pray for the ones who mock You. I pray for the ones who celebrate vandalism and condone violence in the name of ideology. You died for them too. You long for their hearts just as much as You long for mine. Help me never forget that Your love reaches even into the darkest corners, and that the real enemy is not flesh and blood, but the spiritual forces that deceive and destroy.
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers… against spiritual wickedness in high places.” — Ephesians 6:12
Holy Spirit, give me a heart like Yours. When the world mocks, let me respond with prayer. When my beliefs are insulted, let me answer with grace. When fear tempts me to be silent, let me speak with boldness, seasoned with love. Keep me grounded in truth and covered in humility.
I do not want to become like the culture I grieve over. I don’t want to respond to hate with hate, or to arrogance with pride. Instead, let me be a peacemaker—bold in truth, but gentle in spirit. For blessed are the peacemakers, and You have called us to be salt and light, not fuel for the fire.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”— Matthew 5:9
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16
Lord, the days feel dark, but You are still on the throne. And even when it seems like the world is applauding sin and rejecting truth, You are still working behind the scenes. You are still drawing hearts to You, still saving the lost, still refining Your people.
Give me endurance. Give me compassion, but don't let me be weak! Let me stand up to the evil in our country and NEVER let these evil demons walk over me for I would rather fight for my fellow Christians than sit quiet.
Amen.
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