John 3:16 and Our Border Crisis

John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

The Americans have won the 2021 Ryder Cup tournament. They did it dominating fashion. If you watch any – you understand how dominate they were. Even if you don’t normally follow golf – I hope you watch some of this tournament.

If you watch golf at all – you are well aware that at many golf tournaments – someone will probably have a sign behind the golfers (where the cameras catch it) that reads John 3:16. This passage hits home with often as I continue to watch the national and international scene unfold around us. I understand nationalism and I think I understand our need to protect our borders and our people from terrorists and other threats. I listen to the debates about building a wall – denying certain people entrance into the USA – and the need to keep track of certain people. It can be very confusing at times and very mind blowing.

As Christians who are from a certain nation – we are often caught dealing with our national interests and our Christian global interests. Christ died for the whole world (although all will not accept His free gift of salvation). Christ died for the people we are trying to keep out of our nation – even the criminal elements. He died for the sins of the whole world – if we simply accept His Lordship in our lives. It is a hard place at times. It is tough taking a stand because there are arguments on both sides of most discussions.