During this scamdemic, and for the first time in my life, my ability to stand by my values has seriously been put into question. I have caved to pressure almost my entire life and have always resented myself for this. I always wondered if would cower in a situation that pit my morals against authority.
These past few years have helped me solidify myself internally and spiritually. Almost like I am a rock that cannot be broken now. I witness coworkers and friends who are reluctantly willing to cave into the pressure exerted by the gov, but I am comfortably not in that group anymore. They are uncertain of their future, while I am quite comfortably certain of mine.
I had family members who came to me last year wanting me to join in starting a covid testing business. Lots of $ to be made but I couldn't sell my soul like that. Looking back, I could not be happier.
I get the motto that "If I don't do it, then someone else will" But when it comes to something I believe to be completely against my morals, no amount of money is going to change my stance.
I have never gotten a "test"
I will never get a "test"
Therefore, I cannot encourage anyone to be "tested".
I will not participate in this con
I hope this has been as much of a growing experience for you all as it has been for me.
Lots of love
More solidified, yes; more spiritual, absolutely. But also saddened by the state of the world. I have a greater awareness of evil and a deeper understanding of the spiritual warfare going on around us. I know God's got this and He is victorious. I pray that should I be truly tested that I am able to stand firm in my faith and beliefs. Oh, and for once the stubborn streak may be to my advantage.
As you noted no money is worth doing what you know to be wrong. And in the end, for many, that money won't assuage the guilt or fill the void only God can fill.
Stand your ground. Hold firm. Trust in the Lord. Immerse yourself in His word. And allow love and forgiveness to fill your heart.
Well said! Put on the Full Armor of God Patriot and always remember WE are in this TOGETHER, we are millions strong AND: God is on our side!
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." – Ephesians 6:10-18
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Thank you for sharing. Some time ago, I did an entire Bible study on these verses but God's words were never more appropriate for me until now. I have printed several copies to post around and carry with me. Be blessed.