The Church is Essential
The Connection
Between Religion and Democracy
“…There comes a time in the affairs of men when they must prepare to defend, not their homes alone, but the tenets of faith and humanity on which their churches, their governments, and their very civilization are founded. The defense of religion, of democracy, and of good faith among nations is all the same fight. To save one we must now make up our minds to save all.” Except from Franklin D. Roosevelt’s State of the Union to Congress in 1939.
The Church is Essential
2020 - During, what the gov’t described as the “worst pandemic in 100 years”, the CA Gov. decided what was essential to stay open. While liquor stores, abortion clinics, and big box stores were deemed “essential”, churches were not.
“Newsom initially closed churches, calling them "non-essential." Then he said they could have no more than 100 people – no matter the size of the sanctuary. Then he banned singing and chanting and ordered the details of worship. Then, he banned ALL worship, even in private homes for Bible study and fellowship.” CA Gov. Newsom Rewrites Church Law, Liberty Council, August 14, 2020
A Biblical Case for the Church’s Duty to Remain Open, John MacArthur, Pastor, Grace Church
The Church …
…and on this rock, I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. - Matthew 16:18
March 15, 2020: America was told, “15 Days to Slow the Spread”. Now 20 months later, let’s step back in time to listen to a couple of messages given then. We can reflect on where we are now after the many challenges and battles with God’s blessings of grace and mercy that have brought us through the first wave. And, He will bring us through the last wave until we stand before the Throne in worship and praise…
Fear…NOT!!!
Church of Glad Tidings, Pastor Dave Bryan - March 21, 2020Covid-19 Prayer Meeting
Church of Glad Tidings, Pastor Dave Bryan - March 29, 2020This film is a wake-up call to the church to stand up and speak out against the evil that is manifesting in our country.
See the parallels between early 1930’s Nazi Germany and other totalitarian regimes with what is happening in America today and how the church has been mostly silent facing this evil.
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