Genesis 32:24 Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. 25 Now when He saw that He did not prevail against him, He touched the socket of his hip; and the socket of Jacob’s hip was out of joint as He wrestled with him. 26 And He said, “Let Me go, for the day breaks.”nBut he said, “I will not let You go unless You bless me! 27 So He said to him, “What is your name?” He said, “Jacob.” 28 And He said, “Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel; for you have struggled with God and with men, and have prevailed.”
Timely message on January 11, 2026 by Pastor Lee Robb:
Somebody asked the question, “What is the church supposed to do in light of abuse/murder being carried out by ICE agents and other adverse effects of authoritarianism?
My response: Let’s be honest, “the church” (the version that does not act on the character of Christ) is a big part of the problem, today, on 1/6/21, and throughout history. I only expect them to be quiet, make excuses for authoritarianism under some perverted view of God’s sovereignty, and continue to be self-serving.
The version of the church that has the character of Christ will not be silent, will continue to serve people, will advocate for justice/righteousness, and will defend the vulnerable. All of this is part of the Gospel ministry, which is not only “spiritual” work.
Luke 4:18, “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, Because He has anointed Me To preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives And recovery of sight to the blind, To set at liberty those who are oppressed;”
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Psalm 37:3, Trust in the Lord, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. 5 Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.
