America at Its Boiling Point: Seeking Healing and Restoration

America at its boiling Point by Apostle Oral Hazell

Introduction: America is facing a series of challenges that have brought it to a boiling point. As a nation, we are witnessing events that demand our attention, action, and prayer. In this blog, we will delve into four key issues that contribute to this boiling point and explore relevant scriptures that provide guidance and hope.

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1. Racial Injustice: Racial injustice is a pressing concern that calls us to care for the fatherless and strangers.

Scripture: Exodus 22:21-22 (NIV)
Explanation:
1. God's command to care for strangers emphasizes empathy and inclusion.
2. Demonstrating love for our neighbors, regardless of their background, promotes unity.
3. Acknowledging racial injustice aligns with the biblical principle of justice and compassion.

2. Mass Killings on the Rise: The rise of mass killings prompts us to address hatred and violence.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:3 (NIV)
Explanation:
1. "Haters of those who are good" reflects the twisted values present in such acts.
2. God calls us to resist evil and overcome hatred with love and goodness.
3. Confronting violence requires cultivating a culture of understanding, forgiveness, and transformation.

Solution:

Scripture: Romans 12:21 (NIV)
Explanation:
1. Overcoming evil with good is a divine principle for countering hatred.
2. Responding to violence with acts of kindness can disrupt the cycle of aggression.
3. Promoting forgiveness and reconciliation can lead to healing and restoration.

3. Political Malpractice: The political divide and the need for unity in our nation.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3 (NIV)
Explanation:
1. "Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit" underscores the importance of unity. Seeking common ground and understanding across political differences is vital.
2. National progress requires cooperation and a commitment to the greater good.

4. Proliferation of Guns and Last Days Hate: Addressing the issue of gun violence and the underlying hate.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 (NIV)
Explanation:

The predicted "last days" behavior includes hatred and violence.
Society's focus on self and hatred can lead to destructive actions.
Promoting gun control aligns with the call to pursue peace and safeguard lives.
b.The Bible does not explicitly address the issue of gun control, but it does give us principles to guide our decisions and actions regarding weapons and violence.

The Bible teaches us that life is sacred and we should not murder or harm others (Exodus 20:13; Matthew 5:21-22).
The Bible teaches us that we should not trust in weapons or violence for our security or salvation, but in God alone (Psalm 20:7; Isaiah 31:1; Matthew 26:52).

Healing Through Love and Obedience: Turning to God's love and humbling ourselves for healing.

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV)
Explanation:
1. Humbling ourselves and seeking God's face paves the way for healing.
2. Turning from our ways and embracing God's principles invites His restoration.
3. Repentance and prayer are powerful tools for transformation and renewal.
4. b. How can America experience healing? Through the love of God and obeying God’s word.

Conclusion: America's path to healing lies in embracing God's love, seeking unity, and promoting justice. By aligning our actions with His word, we can overcome the challenges at our nation's boiling point. Let us strive for a nation that returns to civility, rooted in God's timeless truths.