THE BIG “IF”!

If… My people, who are called by My name

humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn

from their evil ways, then I will listen from heaven.

 I will forgive their sin, and I will heal their land.

2 Chronicles 7:14

Many people live their lives on the basis of a big “if”.  For example: “if I can get up on Sunday morning, then I’ll go to church” or “If I find the perfect job, then I’ll be happy.”  Such people must live very “iffy” lives!  As we approach our National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 7, what would God tell us today? 

King Solomon was given the greatest blank check ever when God told him, “Ask what I should give to you?”  With great humility Solomon requested an understanding heart to wisely lead God’s people (1 Kings 3:3-15).  After building the temple and a 15 day dedication service, God again visits Solomon at night to warn of upcoming national crises.  Since God is all about redemption, He gives the national “Big If” solution in 2 Chronicles 7:14. 

Just who are God’s people?  The Old Testament clearly states that the descendants of Abraham are God’s chosen nation and people.  We all are deeply indebted to them for bringing us the Bible and the Savior.   Obviously this “Big If” promise is for Israel.  But it also presents a proven formula for spiritual revival and renewal for those who will follow it even today in the USA.   The question is will we humble ourselves, pray, seek God’s face and turn, repent of our sins?  If so, God will hear us, forgive us and heal us spiritually.  It all starts with humility.  James 4:6 says “God is opposed to the proud but gives grace to the humble.”  Will you be part of America’s solution and say yes to God’s “Big If” for revival? 

Bob Kulp