Biblical Principles to Guide Us During this Pandemic by daniel eng
COVID-19 has and will change this generation in profound ways. As we consider the long-term implications of this pandemic -- from school closures to social distancing -- here are seven biblical passages with Gospel-centered principles to guide our attitudes, words, and actions. 1. Be Light in the Darkness ...let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:16) In how we act during this pandemic, are we being a
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light together to a dark world? When others see us who follow Jesus, will they glorify God? 2. Rest in Jesus Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.� (Matthew 11:28-30) With all the angst during this crisis, are we approaching Jesus as our source of rest? Are we bringing others to Jesus who are heavy laden to have rest for their souls?
