Today is the National Day of Prayer.
In an op-ed piece, Dr. Tony Evans, honorary chairman of the annual observance, is calling Americans to show as much interest in what’s happening in their homes as to what’s happening in politics right now.
He writes, every four years, the eyes of America become riveted on the national election returns. But God’s first concern during any political season is not the same as our first concern – it is not about what is happening, or going to happen, in the White House. God’s first concern is what is happening, or not happening, in His house.
Dr. Evans says his prayer will be that the Church live up to its responsibilities.
He contends our nation’s ills are not merely the result of corrupt politicians, greedy businessmen and religious extremists. Our problems, he says, can be traced directly to ineffective Christians. The Church has failed to be a positive influence for good in our nation and our world.
And as for the church’s role in this political season here’s what Dr. Evans writes:
“The Church should be the conscience of the culture, and it has never been needed more than it is today.
He adds, God is trying to get our attention. Many people want “God bless America,” but they don’t want “One Nation under God.” The problem he declares, is you can’t have one without the other.