Oh how I love to see history unfold in front of my eyes!
Considered to be the least probable to be even considered a powerhouse in the Democratic Party, the Junior-Senator, Mr. Obama, made his voice known, and the American people heard and voted. Who would ever thought that America will see this day ushered into history when it’s people voted for an African American man into the most powerful seat in the White House. Tomorrow, Barack Obama will be inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States of America.
His path to the White House was certainly not an easy one, especially in light of what the Conservatives had to say. Conservatives had to analyze his work experience, personal history (birthplace and religion), senatorial voting record, and his political philosopy which borders socialism.
Furthermore, many Christians believed President-Elect Obama was not the right man for the job due to his liberal political agendas and ideologies which stood against many biblical principles. For example, his proactive stance on the homosexual agenda, allowing federally funded embryonic stem cell research, and funding abortion on demand, just to name a few. But amidst these issues, America’s socio-economic and geopolitical landscape have shifted to one that upholds and celebrates tolerance and globalism, which may or may not be a good thing. America’s climate was ripe for President – Elect Obama and his leadership.
So today, we face one of the greatest event in American history! We must pray and hope for the best for this coming Administration! We must submit to the authority that God has preordained! (Romans 13).
President – Elect Obama, in my view, is a pon in the mighty hand of God! God is sovereign and is in control! For example, God used Cyrus from Persia to rescue and deliver His people Israel from their captivity in Babylon. Cyrus—a none Jew and a pagan worshipper, was used by the living God to help the people of Israel go back home. He was an instrument in God’s hand! Obama will be used by God in such a time as this to fulfill a purpose among His people.
Let us observe history (His Story) unfold.
Oftentimes, God uses radical events in history to draw His people unto Himself. His main goal is for His people to humble themselves, trust and obey. 2 Chronicles 7: 14 says, “if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sins and heal their land.”
We must, with fervor, pray all the more for Mr. Obama’s spiritual journey, for wisdom in making the right decisions for this great country, and for his family! This is our obligation! May the Lord strengthen and guide our next President of the United States of America!
