Prophets Corner
One Pastor Taking A Stand
Pastor Bobby Alger shares a word he received while contemplating taking a stand on cultural (and more) issues. He shares three keys to questions everyone should ask.
Excerpt:
In the current societal climate, all of us are faced with taking a stand regarding something. The questions we must settle are what, when, and why?
One example would be the government’s requirement for mandatory vaccinations of companies with over 100 employees. People are beginning to stand up against this forced injection. As I was pondering why, I realized that in the levels of authority given by God, the government has asserted itself above the individual’s conscience (see Acts 24:16, 1 Corinthians 8:12 and 1 Timothy 3:9). (Photo via Wanda and Bobby Alger)
Normally, the chain of authority begins with God, then His Word, our conscience, and lastly, delegated authority. Government is a delegated authority. But it has decided to override our conscience in the matter of mandated vaccines – all in the name of safety. As a result of this overreach, people are now standing up, refusing to participate.
This example is not a judgment on the those who choose to get vaccinated. It simply explains why people are standing up against something that is presented as beneficial. Their conscience is being violated.