Hebrews 3:7-13 enlightens the Christian on the “evil heart of unbelief.”   The American news media typically depicts the Christian and Christianity as “having no rights in the political process.”   The so called progressive news media, its announcers and analysts, appear to possibly have a “heart of unbelief.”

These analysts are compensated to write, talk and politicize American politics and as one writer states “it is ad nauseum.”   “The media has been complaining once again about religious folks, for injecting religion into political races,” states Dr. Alan Sears of Alliance Defending Freedom.  We could gather from this statement that the liberal and bias media have an elitist philosophy to talk down Christians in America.

The Media Desires to Frighten Christians
In the 2012 Presidential election, the mass-media accused Christians of everything from racism, disrespect for the laws of the land, hate for the U.S. Constitution, and ignorance.  Christians are depicted as being locked in the “stone age.”  The media conjures up frightful visions of Christians as Bible thumpers and mindless “Jesus followers.”  We know this to be false and not the true picture of Christianity.  Christians are from every walk of life, every state of the union, on the factory floor, behind the college podium, in the armed services, farming the fields, delivering the mail, in the halls of Congress, and, yes, even in the public media.  God stated in Hebrews 3:  “exhort one another daily….for we are made partakers of Christ…”  Hebrews 4…”he (the Christian) also hath ceased from his own works (occupation) as God did from His.”   So, therefore, Christians, DO NOT EVER BE FRIGHTENED BY THE ELITIST.  We belong to the Savior, Jesus Christ!  

The Media Desires to Intimidate Christians
Christian men and women involving themselves in the political realm appears to “unnerve” the news media. They do not understand Christianity, so therefore, they resort to negative and bias information, most of which are lies and falsifications. Christians, DO NOT BE INTIMIDATED.  We have the right to actively participate in politics.  We can and should take a major role in promoting and helping to elect Godly leaders in our government.  We have a place in the process.  We simply must be Christ-like. As Christians, we must engage in Christ-like attitudes and actions.  Never use unsavory secular means in order to succeed in politics.  “Character assassination” is unacceptable.

The Media Desires to Dismiss Us
The media attempts to dismiss Christians because of their ignorance of our dedication to our Savior, mankind and to biblical principles.  We, however, give them a strong impression by our conduct.  We must be kind; vocal but not obnoxious.  They can observe our daily lives, our relationships, our convictions for morality.  Stand tall for Morals.  Joshua declares, “ only be thou strong and very courageous…”  DO NOT LET THEM DISMISS US!

The Media Wishes For You Not to Participate
Here is a great and spiritual battle plan:  Put on the whole armor of God, pray as II Chronicles 7:14 declares and let the Holy Spirit lead you in moral and political decisions.  Christians should offer themselves as candidates for elected public offices, local, state, and national.  Christian voters should cast votes for born-again, moral candidates.  We should pray for Christian men and women in the public arena that they will have a Godly influence.

Christians can be a powerful force for the good of America.  Get involved!  PARTICIPATE!

Reading Recommendations:
1) Romans 13:1-14
2) Personal Faith, Public Policy
Harry Jackson, Tony Perkins
Front Line Publishers  $21.00
3) Saving Freedom
U.S. Senator Jim DeMint
Fidelis Books    $26.00

Moral Action Video
Great news!  Be on the lookout for the new Moral Action five minute promotional video.  We are making plans to have it distributed per US mail to our 1300 BMA churches on March 1, 2013. We would like to encourage you to share this video with your congregations, auxiliaries and organizations.  It is a great introduction to the Moral Action Ministry.

National Day of Prayer
The National Day of prayer is fast approaching.  The date is May 2, 2013.  It is time for your church to select a leader/director to lead out in the prayer efforts.  We desperately need intercessory prayer for our nation and its leaders. Suggested places of prayers are church auditoriums, flag poles, local courthouses, or town/City Hall.  It is vital that our BMA Baptist family actively participate in this yearly national event.  Need more info,  go to www.NDP.org or use a computer search engine for National Day of Prayer.   You may also telephone:  719-559-9560 for information.

Moral Action Booth
I would like to encourage all pastors, messengers and church laity to visit the Moral Action Booth at the National Associational Meeting, April 22-24, 2013 in Norman, OK.  There will be plenty of materials for you.  Included will be pens, note pads, videos, and promotional literature.  Please stop by and visit.  Remember, we represent each of you in this ministry.

Moral Action Freedom Offering
Please make plans to pray and give financial gifts to this department for the July 4th Freedom Celebration.  Since July 4, 2013 will be on a Thursday this year, we are suggesting that you consider giving your offerings on June 30 or July 7.  We need your gift, whether large or small.

Moral Action on the Web
Visit our site at www.macbma.net.  You will find much information related to this ministry.  Some of the topics included are our purpose,  current trustees, and morality action alerts.  You may visit the Moral Action archives for past and present articles of interest.  There are available links to the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Supreme Court.  You will find access to Focus on the Family, American Family Association and the Family Research Council.  Contacts are also listed for myself and this ministry whether by email, telephone or written communication. We would be honored to hear from each of you.

“God and Country Rallies”
I had the honor recently to participate in “God and Country” rallies in Laurel, MS and Waxahachie, TX.  Feel free to contact me if you are interested in scheduling an area wide or association wide event.  These are one-night patriotic events.  Plans are being made at this time for 2013 rallies in Florida, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

Moral Action Van
You did it!  During the 2011-2012 year, God used many of our BMA Churches, Associations, Auxiliaries, Brotherhoods and individuals to help purchase a new 2013 fifteen passenger Ford van for this ministry.  Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Max and Debbie Story of Magnolia, AR. in this purchase.  We are humbled by your graciousness.  You may view the van at the BMA National meeting in Norman, OK.  Praise be to our God!