Wow! That is all I have to say about today. Today was an amazing day of my life. Although a battle in the "war" was really fought today, it was amazing. You see, the CEO of a fast food chain was ridiculed for a statement he made on a Christian radio station. His belief in the Bible about what marriage states was received as a bigoted and intollerant view. City government officials all over the country were outraged and said no more Chick-Fil-A's can come into their cities, etc.
Then the Christians, who seldom ever get involved and fight, got tired. They got tired of being beaten. Prayer has been taken out of daily schooling. Prayer has been taken out of college graduations (my senior year was the final year the government allowed it). Abortion was made illegal the same year I was born. The christians are being forced to accept lifestyles and things that are clearly against the Bible and what the Bible teaching. Christmas parties and Merry Christmas - gone. No longer allowed to say it. Easter? No more easter vacations. It is now Spring vacation.
Over the last fifty to sixty years the christians have taken beating after beating. A movie comes out showing the story of the crucifixion and what happens? The Jews get mad because the christians made them look bad (it was a true story). Everywhere the Christians turn someone seemed out to get them. Then, they had enough. Enough of sitting down whining like little kindergardeners about how everything has been taken from them.
The media keeps talking about the boycotting of this fast food restaurant. Everywhere you turn no one was supporting them and apparently everyone was supporting the government and this CEO was completely out of line - or so we were being told. The media has stopped telling the truth a while ago and feeding us what we are supposed to think. Television shows, movies, video games, books, etc. So many things are telling us what we have to accept and what is the new norm. Well, someone somewhere realized we were being fed lies. We are all battling personal issues, spiritual issues, physcial issues, and financial issues. When does enough become enough? Today!
On August 1, 2012 the believers of the Faith and those who agree with the first amendment rights decided to fight back. They have had enough. So they decided to go and support this man, his constitutional rights, and their beliefs in the Word. How can believers get their point across without being verbally assaulting like the media? Easy, just go to the restaurants and eat their food.
All across the US, many believers and others united and went to these restaurants. In a world where discouragement and sadness had taken over the place we live. A place, we thought no longer held hope and that no one knew what was right and wrong anymore and that not that many believed in a higher calling from our Lord still cared? Well, today the media was shown and a small battle in this war was WON! Finally, the Christians united (over food of course).
Talk about the biggest, "After GLow" I have ever seen. Many restaurants ran out of food, and the lines were seldom under an hour. Traffic had to be controlled and many had to walk over busy streets to get to the restaurants. What an awesome message.
The message inside was even more uplifting. Everyone was smiling, and no matter how busy it got, the employees kept thanking us for our support. They came to our tables to refil our drinks and to just say hi even though they were so busy they could barely stand and looked tired. The smiles never left their faces. The patrons all were talking to each other and smiling and a genuine peaceful, loving Spirit permeated the crowd and laughter was such a good medicine. I was blessed by today.
I know this was an oasis in the desert many have been walking. To others, it showed that the media is not the majority and even though they are trying to tell us what to think - God is still in control. Even though the enemy meant evil for this CEO, God turned it into good. Even though the government tried to shut down this chain or stop it from growing/making any more money - God turned it and it backfired. It is safe to say that company made LOTS of money today - much of which will be given back out to the communties.
The funniest part is that I had no intention of attending this support team. I had no desire to go eat fast food during this time of living a healhier life. However, when I read my Bible study today on Esther I read how she stood up for what is right and noble. This is part of what we are supposed to do. For Esther and her Uncle it should have meant death. But even if we are the only ones standing, standing for truth is what Jesus wants.
However, Jesus wants us to do everything in love. I decided to take a stand. I did. And I did not do it maliciously or with meanness. I love God and everyone here on earth. But I must do what I am called to do. God is awesome! God is amazing! God is the Winner in the end. His Word does not come back void.
The Believers took a stand today. The enemy will retaliate but what does the Word say? NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST US SHALL PROSPER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! When the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him. And greater is He who is in us, than he who is in the world. A favorite song of mine during worship also is helpful during this time, "And though were surrounded by armies of darkness, Lord open our eyes again. To see that surrounding those who suround us, are thousands of angels we cannot see. Those who are with us are more than those against us!" Rejoice my fellow believers because God is here and is with us! He is awesome and if we do what is right - He is on our side. I can't wait to see that white horse coming to get us. God bless you all! Amen.
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too long, poorly written, didn't read...
actually group theory suggests that the profits from this one time "appreciation" day will not overcome the profits lost from people staying away. 1st, it's harder/unhealthy to change your diet to eat their more frequently, 2nd no effort is required to avoid it and choose a different restaurant. 3rd, the state of social progressive in America, on whichever you believe that progress lies, strongly requires an enemy. Your enemy is those who will not eat there because they disagree with the money Chick-fil-a donates to anti-gay/pray the gay away/Ugandan genocide. It's not as strong as the other side's, which I am. In essence, two weeks from now when the diabetes/welfare ridden south (do your research red states use more welfare than blue) has completely lost the fervor to eat at chick-fil-a more frequently as their enemy's face falls off the airways and into the past, those who truly believe that supporting genocide and pray the gay away movements are wrong will have not forgotten because CFA will not have gone anywhere. You see what I'm saying? You need an enemy to feel faithful, correct, loved by jesus, and overall meaning to your life. Many of us do too. You enemy, and thus your interest in the story, will fade soon, the CFA structures and business will not (or not as quickly, we'll see) fade from the consciousness of our side.
I don't expect you to understand this because logic, philosophy, and the overall zeal for life outside of some magic thought tumor in the sky isn't praised where people like you come from.
too long, poorly written, didn't read...
If you didn't read, then you have no idea what you are commenting on. Typical of a lib who has no idea of what they are talking about therefore taking things out of context and then turning it around and try to "educate" others. Isn't that the very same thing you cry about Christians? I believe that is called a hypocrite.
I can see the true character of someone who has to attack my post in the name anonymous. I, sadly, know who you are by the way you worded your post seeing as your facebook posts are the same. You don't like it, fine. But if you feel the need to insult me and criticize me, then at least have the courage and integrity to use your name. Anyway, have a good day.
Not too long at all and very well written. People have a choice on what they read and what they say. I was taught if you don't have anything nice to say then don't say it at all and leave the attacks to someone that deserves it. Gina wrote a very good article and I enjoy reading everyone. She is a mother, an honest Christian and I also stand behind her beliefs. So far it's my right as far as I lat knew
Thank you for writing this. I have been being put down by my support from family and friends. Even tho no sin is greater. I do not judge people for their life style or choices. I love the person and hate their sin. I try to live my life according to my faith. I have had a lot of family that have taken the fence method. which is sad. the Bible is black and white. Its just frustrating dealing with people. And its only going to get worse. Thank you again!
Gina, thank you for posting your opinion even though some can hide behind an anonymous post and bash you so cowardly. The main point is we need to be dogmatic about the things of God and not be made to feel ashamed for those beliefs.
Stacey, you are right. I was shocked to see other Christians making comments about standing in lines at food banks, etc, just because we bought food at a restaurant. Most of those if not all eat at restaurants. Most people don't work in food banks nor do they volunteer so to bash the Christian sect is just to cause division. Sadly, the church has become more divided but the Bible is legit. You did the right thing, and no need to let the enemy steal your joy!
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