Our Nation’s Strength - How can I help?

I recently read an article in a Christian publication featuring a young woman in her 20s with a bright smile and confident presence. Expecting a testimony of faith, I was surprised to learn she was a successful porn star, earning over $40 million in just two years. Despite her profession, she claimed a strong Christian faith, saying, “I have a close relationship with my church, and I love God. I believe He will forgive your sins for anything, and I think He’s happy that I’m successful.”

She acknowledged that her work may be sinful but seemed to rely on the idea that God’s forgiveness was automatic. She also claimed to live a moral life, stating that having morals is essential to survive in the industry. This raises serious questions about how we define morality and how we apply God’s Word in our lives.

The Bible teaches that our faith must be genuine and lived out through obedience, not just words. Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:13–16). Our lives should reflect Christ and draw others to Him—not cause confusion about what it means to follow Him.

Depending on grace while planning to continue in sin is a dangerous spiritual mindset. God calls us to repentance, not selective obedience. True faith involves surrendering our whole lives—not just the parts we’re comfortable giving up.

This story reminds us that how we live matters. People around us are watching, and they need to see real faith in action. Our culture is saturated with compromise, but we are called to live set-apart lives rooted in the truth of Scripture.

This week, think about your witness. Are you reflecting Christ in a way that leads others toward Him? Are you serious about the spiritual and moral leadership our world so desperately needs?

Let your life be salt and light. Someone near you may come to know Jesus because of your example.

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