My Opinion about Opinions

Romans 8:26-28

Likewise the Spirit helps in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groaning too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good for those who are called according to his purpose.

An awesome promise and a huge encouragement for me. I often find myself at a loss for words when I pray. Sometimes it's hard to express what I'm feeling to God, or I don't know what to ask for exactly, or sometimes my words just don't feel good enough. It's nice to know we have someone on our sides praying for us when we can't. Someone who knows our hearts yet wants the will of God. And we can feel secure in knowing that whatever the outcome everything is going to work together for good... even if we don't see the outcome we want.

So, I don't want to be one of those bloggers who go on and on about what's wrong with the world, or about all the little meaningless things I do throughout my day. Cause, lets be honest, no one cares.... not even me. So purposeful posts are my goal here, and there will be streaks of having nothing to say. Plus, who is Karin Henley that she feels the world needs to know what my opinions are.

BUT!!!!!! I have one opinion that I do feel needs to be shared. And I promise it will be the only one I post. Even now, I'll try and be brief and to the point.

Topic: Christians being public about their strong political/ethical opinions.

What is our purpose here on earth, as Christians? I'll tell you, To go and make disciples of all nations...(Matthew 28:19), ...and whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. (1 Corinthians 10:31) So how is it possible to accomplish those things if we are so vocal about controversial issues?

I've heard this example, so I'm going to use it. Say you're conservative and your neighbor is liberal and you have heated discussions about whose right and wrong. 1. You are most likely making your unsaved neighbor angry at you, ruining all chances you have of sharing the gospel with him. And 2., How is that bringing glory to God? God did not say go out into all the world and share your political opinions.

Now, I am in no way saying we shouldn't have opinions or be unaware of the current happenings. In fact, go ahead and watch all the Glenn Beck your heart desires. But be careful who you talk to about it, how much you're talking about it, and don't loose perspective on what you should be most passionate about...the message of the Gospel and the Love of Christ.