Faith
St. Matthew: God’s Chosen Witness
Faith Facts
- St. Matthew, also known as Levi, was a tax collector called by Jesus to be an apostle and author of the first Gospel.
- The name Matthew means “gift of God,” emphasizing the divine purpose in his calling.
- Jesus’ acceptance of Matthew highlights the transformative power of grace over societal rejection.
St. Matthew’s history reminds us how Christ calls even the most unlikely individuals to fulfill His divine plan. The biblical account of Matthew’s conversion reveals God’s desire for redemption, not condemnation.
“Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”
This account encourages believers to look beyond status or reputation, extending grace as Christ did. Matthew’s journey from tax collector to apostle demonstrates the boundless reach of God’s mercy.
Let St. Matthew’s story inspire you to embrace God’s purpose for your life and to see each person as valued in His sight.
Guided by the biblical mandate to protect the most vulnerable, the Oklahoma House of Representatives recently passed the Cindy Clemishire Act with a resounding 80-0 vote. This vital legislation voids non-disclosure agreements that have been used to conceal the heinous details of child sexual abuse.
By removing the statute of limitations on these crimes and ending the use of legal gag orders, Oklahoma is ensuring that predators can no longer hide behind contracts. This pursuit of justice reflects a commitment to truth-telling and the protection of our children from those who seek to exploit them.
Faith Facts
- House Bill 4227 mandates that healthcare professionals document and report all suspected cases of sexual assault to law enforcement immediately.
- The legislation honors Cindy Clemishire and Trey Carlock, survivors who faced institutional pressure to remain silent about their abuse.
- Similar laws have been passed in Texas, California, Missouri, and Tennessee as part of a growing national movement to hold predators accountable.
Representative Chris Kannady, the author of the bill, emphasized the necessity of transparency in seeking true justice for victims.
“Trey’s Law is about making sure justice is never silenced. For too long, NDAs have been used to shield predators and powerful institutions from accountability.”
This legislative victory serves as a reminder that the light of truth must always prevail over darkness, especially when it concerns the safety of the next generation.
May we continue to pray for the healing of survivors and the strength of our leaders to uphold righteousness.
Faith Facts
- The First Amendment protects a student’s right to express religious viewpoints on public school campuses.
- The Supreme Court has long held that students do not surrender their constitutional rights at the schoolhouse gate.
- Sharing the Gospel remains an important calling for believers, even under pressure.
A courageous middle school student in Washington state is facing opposition from school administrators for sharing her faith with classmates. While the student peacefully distributed Gospel tracts during her personal time, the vice principal reportedly removed her from class to silence her witness.
The administrator allegedly claimed that while students can share opinions, they are strictly forbidden from sharing religious beliefs.
This discrimination highlights a disturbing trend where secular political protests are encouraged while the Word of God is treated as contraband.
Attorneys note that the district previously signed an agreement to stop targeting this student after officials searched her backpack for tracts in elementary school.
We must pray for students who stand firm in their faith against those who seek to scrub God from the public square.
As believers, we are called to be salt and light, even in environments that have grown cold to the Truth of Jesus Christ.
Faith Facts
- Senator Ted Cruz says strong leadership is needed to protect American interests and allies.
- He argues negotiations with Iran have not produced real progress and should not replace decisive action.
- His comments frame foreign policy as a matter of national security and biblical values.
Senator Ted Cruz recently shared how he encouraged President Donald Trump to take decisive action against the Iranian regime to protect American interests.
During a podcast interview, the Texas senator said he urged the president to move away from fruitless negotiations with the Iranian leadership.
Cruz emphasized that collapsing the radical regime would significantly enhance national security and global stability.
He maintains that clear strength, rather than appeasement, is the only language the enemies of freedom understand.
“If we can collapse this regime, America will be much, much safer.”
The senator noted that the only acceptable negotiation would be for the mullahs to step down and allow a new government to emerge.
He remains committed to being a leading defender of faith-based foreign policy in the United States Senate.
Stand with our leaders who prioritize national security and biblical principles in the face of global threats.
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