The Moral Cost of Turning Inward…and how the gospel opens us up!
Throughout the history of the United States—shaped in large part by the values of Christianity—we have been known as one of the most generous nations on earth.
By God’s provision and blessing, we have become one of the wealthiest countries in the world. And with that, we’ve carried both the opportunity and the responsibility to help others in times of great need.
Whether responding to famine, war, human rights crises, or natural disasters, the United States has often stepped in—not just with resources, but with compassion. This generosity has been more than national policy—it has been a reflection of Christian love and service.
But now, we must pause and ask: Has the trajectory of our nation changed?
In recent days, we’ve seen a shift.
Some of the generosity that once defined us—especially toward the world’s most vulnerable, has been reduced or even withdrawn. As we turn inward, we risk not only failing to meet physical needs but also losing the moral and spiritual witness that once accompanied our compassion.
That spirit of kindness, rooted in our faith, is being dimmed.
Are we being discipled into indifference? Are we, slowly and subtly, learning to care less about the hurting, the immigrant, the marginalized—the very people Scripture calls us to love? The Bible is clear: we are to welcome the stranger, care for the poor, and show mercy to those in need.
Remember this: what happens teaches. The choices we make now will shape the hearts and values of future generations. If we drift too far down this road, we may one day look back and realize we’ve lost something deeply precious—our compassion, our care, and our identity as a people marked by the love of Christ.
We need sober, humble reflection on where we’re heading. Because what’s at stake isn’t just political or social—it’s spiritual. And the world is watching.
Let me emphasize that again: the world is watching.
Let’s be a people who still believe in mercy.
Who still love deeply.
Who still reflect the generous heart of Jesus.
Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you: to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God. — Micah 6:8 (CSB)
