Roe Overturned: Why Some Christians Are Silent

If you’re anything like me, a season of stretching can be uncomfortable. 

Human nature likes to stay in the comfort zone. However, being comfortable with the discomfort of divine s-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g is what gives us access to the divine nature—and that’s the path of convergence! The Christian is becoming an endangered species in almost every aspect of American life (outside of church) because believers are totally fragmented and unaligned as a movement.

The wholesale collapse of culture seems like it is upon us. In the midst of this breakdown, we rejoice at the overturning of a 50-year battle for life: Roe vs. Wade. Yet, many Christians have remained silent or are even openly against this recent Supreme Court decision. I have some thoughts that I think will shed some light on these wildly differing stances. 

The truth is, a relatively small part of the total population dominates the conversation with secular and anti-Christian worldviews. This club has leverage because they occupy the high places of culture, most notably: politics, education, media and the arts.

Their strength is due to focus and alignment in the places that shape culture.

Believers and churches can only turn things around when they realize they need to be AS ONE! 

There is a 3-Part Convergence Code that I’d like to share with you.

Currently, followers of Jesus are fragmented in three competing directions:

1. Bridal Lover: This group has a “purity from” mindset: “I don’t want to get involved with controversy. I am a lover of God and people and believe if we are more spiritual and become more supernatural things will change. I am staying in His presence till revival shows up.” The bride is making herself ready.

2. Prophetic Warrior: These individuals declare: “I am not going to let my country go down without a fight. I will move toward the sound of the trumpet, show up in the battle and wade into the controversy.” This is the company that puts on the William Wallace war paint when necessary as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

3. Wise Statesman: This company is motivated to be relevant: “I am going to present a positive and relevant Jesus to the world and pick my position out carefully.” These representatives have more public scrutiny and are often embarrassed by the eccentricities of revivalists and the perceived controversies created by culture warriors. “Taking thought for what is noble in the sight of all” is their motto. Religious leaders are playing too cute when they are less than overt in their faith. But many elected public figures such as CEO’s, education officials and politicians must be “covert” at times—advancing arguments based on principles rather than scripture quoting. The greatest model of this being Wilberforce, who from his seat in Parliament overturned slavery in Great Britain. Much of his battle was done by weight of moral and economic argument while believers applied social pressure from every side.

The problem is that all three have Bible verses to back their position, and all believe in prayer and evangelism and decry the erosion of culture. Still, none in and of themselves have effectively changed a single city in North America. Islam, in comparison, is taking over nations and Asia is taking over our economy.

The Answer?  The prototype is David, a combination of ALL THREE: a radical worshiper, giant killer and king—a killer sheep!

In David we have a type of the last days move, where the Lord returns as King for a bride with the armies of heaven behind him. David exemplifies a killer sheep in three ways, as: 

1. Musician and Radical Worshiper: David knew how to access the anointing. Most statesmen and warriors can learn a thing or two from worshipers who love lingering in God's presence and thrive on seeing or hearing about a supernatural God who does signs and wonders.

2. Professional Soldier: David was a Philistine terminator on steroids. We ALL have to suit up and show up at some point. Especially when public figures attack what is sacred and perversion is promoted by policy. 

3. Wise Statesman: David was the one whose pen wrote the inspired words: “Rule in the midst of your enemies.” Even though he made some notably poor decisions, he humbly repented and led his country with a heart surrendered to God. 

Lovers, warriors and kings are decision-makers and influence-shapers. Their assignment is to bring their sphere into alignment with what the Father shows them. Sometimes more like ninja sheep than anything else, these men and women know when to be outspoken and when to exert quiet pressure. Remember that nobody knew Esther was Jewish till she announced it and Joseph’s first business with Pharaoh was dream interpretation, not circumcision.

I have shared many times about the concept of a ninja sheep, how David is a prime example of Jesus as a lover, warrior and king. I believe this model has significance today to arm believers to influence culture and transform the nation and world for the glory of God. Would you consider partnering with me as I continue to share this message and engage the culture war? If you feel led to partner with us, you can do so by visiting lancewallnau.com/ninjasheep. Thank you for all your support and prayers. Your faithfulness has made all of this possible! 

A radical reformation is rumbling in the land, but unlike the one that occurred in the 1500’s, this is not a Reformation of doctrine but a Reformation of practice. Like the first, it will shake the status quo.