Stand for the change

Acts 24:14 However, I admit that I worship the God of our ancestors as a follower of the Way, which they call a sect.

When the railroads were first introduced to the U.S., some folks feared that they'd be the downfall of the nation! Here's an excerpt from a letter to then President Jackson dated January 31, 1829:

As you may know, Mr. President, 'railroad' carriages are pulled at the enormous speed of 15 miles per hour by 'engines' which, in addition to endangering life and limb of passengers, roar and snort their way through the countryside, setting fire to crops, scaring the livestock and frightening women and children. The Almighty certainly never intended that people should travel at such breakneck speed. Martin Van Buren Governor of New York

Some and maybe most are reluctant to accept the changes that comes with time and as the Lord permits. As Apostle Paul stood in front of the Governor and defended himself for the change that he was bringing, there was a lot of opposition. Both the religious and political leaders were not encouraging at all. Paul asserted that he was following the same but in a different manner. This change was not acceptable to the traditionalists.

When the Lord speaks to you and one stands for a change, you better stand firm. It’s not easy to bring a difference in our lives. People love traditions, rituals and monotony. But if you stand firm and believe in the vision that the Lord has given you, it will come to pass. Stand for the change.

Stanley Thomas Isac

Stanley is serving as the Pastor of Crossway Church in New Delhi, he can be reached at Stanleytisac@gmail.com