Stirred By The Scriptures

The political race for president has once again caused me to realize that there are so many folks competing to get me to believe in them. The conventions, the speeches, the hype all for one purpose they want me to believe in their message. The truth is I’m not sure I believe in any of them, at least not to the level they would want. However there is a voice, that I do believe, it is much quieter and speaks without all the fanfare - the Bible. I know to some it is old fashioned, out of touch and really can’t be believed. To me I find it speaking to relevant issues such as justice and the oppressed, to relational challenges on how to treat others and the ultimate reality of where to find life and hope. Long after the convention speeches are forgotten and we have a new president what quietly remains is the Word of God and in that I believe and put my trust.