Psalms 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Over the past several months I have been more observant than outspoken, not to say that I have not voiced my opinion or thoughts about this COVID-19 pandemic that is so globally widespread. I want to spend some time sharing my heart. I am hoping that in the midst of this I can shine light on what I believe the scripture teaches regarding this.
I have no doubt that COVID-19 is real. At this time the virus has made its way into almost every home. Some have suffered minor symptoms, some have become extremely sick, and regretfully some have died. I have watched the world, especially America go into turmoil over this virus. I have seen it divide our country in ways that we could never imagine. I have seen this virus shut down businesses, schools, and sporting events. It has truly affected the way everyone now lives their lives. I truly believe it is a real virus and it is here to stay.
I also have no doubt that this virus was created by the hands of some very evil people. Regardless of how the media spins it, China had a major part in this pandemic. My personal belief is that the liberal agenda of this country worked hand in hand with China to bring this virus into the country in order to move our Republic under a more socialistic and even communist country. I want to emphasize that this is my personal belief. This verse tells us that while we walk through the valley of the shadow of death we should fear no evil. Please understand evil is playing its hand in the midst of these days. I have heard the quote from some high powers in governmental positions: “never let a good pandemic go to waste.” We are seeing an evil agenda pass through this land that is unlike anything we have ever encountered in our past. The scariest thing is how deceived we have become. It is like our entire country has become a frog in water. The government is using this pandemic as a platform to take control. Political or not, we need to realize that there is a severe attack coming on the Church in America. Not only are our constitutional rights hanging in the balance, but our entire way of life is being threatened by those that want the government to control our way of life. Personally, I prefer freedom, but that is just me.
Regardless of how a person views this pandemic we must realize that we are certainly in the process of walking through valley of the shadow of death. The Psalmist tell us that while we walk through this valley we do not need to fear evil. That is such a hard concept to imagine when you start to examine the means and extremes of evil. We need to realize that fear never comes from the Lord and that it truly is a “spirit” that can take control of any of us. As we walk through such valleys I want to share some verses that God has given me during these uncertain and fearful times:
Romans 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
Romans 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Psalms 56:3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.
Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Acts 5:29 Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
Colossians 1:17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.
I think it is good to understand that non of this is a juggling act to the Lord. We are seeing some very severe results (wages) of what sin does to the world. God has not lost control. We are to ultimately answer to Him and to Him alone. We have to realize that God is preparing for a major take over of His own and I truly believe the time is getting nearer than ever before. We need to make sure we are operating with urgency in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and we also need to make sure we are putting our trust in God rather than the skills, sovereignty, and science of humanity. Man will lead us down the wrong path. God will always lead us in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.