A friend shared two links to me this morning. Both are about thoughts about Covid19 from known Christian leaders. See links below:
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/how-do-we-make-sense-of-the-coronavirus
https://albertmohler.com/2020/02/27/briefing-2-27-20
John Piper and Albert Mohler shared what I have been thinking about these past weeks, to understand God's will over the global spread of the virus. In my head, is this part of God's wrath in the end times? I am trying to recall, is there a prophecy that God will inflict many of disease so they would repent? I can try looking up for bible verses but listening to the two links, I realized two key messages:
Point 1: Believe in God
In times of trouble our minds is the constant target of Satan to sow fear and doubts. Hearing this reminder is encouraging me to keep a mind that trusts in Jesus:
Piper said "Jesus has all knowledge and all authority over the natural and supernatural forces of this world. He knows exactly where the virus started, and where it's going to next. He has complete power to restrain it or not. And that's what's happening"
This memory verse also helps me from unbelief:
Psalm 24:1 The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it;
So be reminded too that no matter how small the virus is nothing escapes our Creator. He knows this and has full control of everything.
Point 2: Life is like a vapor
Covid19 threatens precious life of many. The carrier can infect anyone without their knowledge and just like that, you'll find yourself sick and have possibility of dying, much worst infected more others around you.
Brevity of life confronts us of our priorities in life. Am I too busy building my career? Where is God in my life? The rich and poor, young and old, white, black or yellow, we are all humbled that God call the shots when it comes to life and death.
James 4:14 "yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes."
Virus, diseases, accidents or natural calamities are common on earth. These are all possible means of God to call our attention.
Response
I think this is a wake up call to all of us. We are in the end times and things that God allows to happen can be His way to call us to repent.
Mark 1:15 "...The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel."
I realized Covid19 is not our ultimate enemy, our sin is our enemy. We die now, we go to hell because of our sins. If you are like this, Jesus is calling you to repent and believe.
To Christians, don't fear death, God is in control even if we get the virus. He will never leave us nor forsake us. Even death can be gain.
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/how-do-we-make-sense-of-the-coronavirus
https://albertmohler.com/2020/02/27/briefing-2-27-20
John Piper and Albert Mohler shared what I have been thinking about these past weeks, to understand God's will over the global spread of the virus. In my head, is this part of God's wrath in the end times? I am trying to recall, is there a prophecy that God will inflict many of disease so they would repent? I can try looking up for bible verses but listening to the two links, I realized two key messages:
- Believe in God
- Life is like a vapor
Point 1: Believe in God
In times of trouble our minds is the constant target of Satan to sow fear and doubts. Hearing this reminder is encouraging me to keep a mind that trusts in Jesus:
Piper said "Jesus has all knowledge and all authority over the natural and supernatural forces of this world. He knows exactly where the virus started, and where it's going to next. He has complete power to restrain it or not. And that's what's happening"
This memory verse also helps me from unbelief:
Psalm 24:1 The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it;
So be reminded too that no matter how small the virus is nothing escapes our Creator. He knows this and has full control of everything.
Point 2: Life is like a vapor
Covid19 threatens precious life of many. The carrier can infect anyone without their knowledge and just like that, you'll find yourself sick and have possibility of dying, much worst infected more others around you.
Brevity of life confronts us of our priorities in life. Am I too busy building my career? Where is God in my life? The rich and poor, young and old, white, black or yellow, we are all humbled that God call the shots when it comes to life and death.
James 4:14 "yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes."
Virus, diseases, accidents or natural calamities are common on earth. These are all possible means of God to call our attention.
Response
I think this is a wake up call to all of us. We are in the end times and things that God allows to happen can be His way to call us to repent.
Mark 1:15 "...The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel."
I realized Covid19 is not our ultimate enemy, our sin is our enemy. We die now, we go to hell because of our sins. If you are like this, Jesus is calling you to repent and believe.
To Christians, don't fear death, God is in control even if we get the virus. He will never leave us nor forsake us. Even death can be gain.
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