Yep.. I said it. And I’m thankful right now that I’m sitting behind a computer screen and you can’t shoot me. 
Actually, these were the words of Dr. Joshua Straub two weeks ago, speaking at my church. He stood in front of 1500 people on a Sunday morning, without the ability to hide behind a computer screen and agreed that Obamacare was actually a good idea. After the grumbles and moans settled down, he got to his explanation.
I do believe Obamacare is good for us.
In 2010, when Obamacare was being pushed through the Senate, many Americans, including myself, didn’t pay attention to what was really going on. We simply continued to watch our reality television and distract ourselves with other things.
Then.. it was too late. It’s 2013 and Obamacare is here!
Now people are waking up because their wallets are being affected, but guess what? It’s too late. We’re being hit personally, but guess what? It’s too late. It has surrounded us and doesn’t intend to leave anytime soon.
The reason I think Obamacare is a good idea, is not because of the services being offered. It’s a good thing because it’s causing America to open our eyes again and see the things being forced upon us. If a big piece of legislation such as this swoops in on us, what else is coming in the future?
Here’s where I’m going with this.
What happens next? What’s the next law to take effect that will change our lives and the history of our country forever?
We often talk about it, but I have a sad feeling, without us returning to our knees in prayer as a country, we’re in trouble. Are the days where we hide our Bibles in a nook of the house upon us? Christians are already becoming the minority. We’re slapped with a lawsuit for putting a nativity scene outside of a building. But what are we doing to fight back?
This post isn’t about whether or not socialized healthcare is a good idea. It’s about waking up to what’s happening around us.
It’s a wake up call to get back on our knees, humbly, and repent for what we have turned this country into. The majority of our government leaders aren’t. Our president certainly isn’t. But we can.
Let’s open our eyes together before another “Obamacare” sneaks up on us with life-changing results we can’t do anything about. Join me in prayer for our government.
Great post!
I totally agree! Time to wake up and realize what’s going on around us, whether it’s about Obamacare, or religion in schools, or whatever …. we need to stop being ‘victims’ and see what’s going on.
Love it!
You’re so right, Devani.
Excellent article. It is time everyone in the US woke up and stepped out of this entitlement mentality. It did not work when the Pilgrims landed – that first year could have been better if people had not depended on others to provide for them. Once the laws were changed and families had to provide for themselves – they began to thrive. That is one lesson from history our Country should stand by – but we have thrown it away and commercialized another Holiday instead of seeking truth that glorifies God. Bless you for this article!
Entitlement mentality. Good call, Rebecca.
Yes, it is always good to pay attention to the times. Yet, we cannot make politics a cheap substitution for our relationship with God. I know many “Christians” who are more passionate about this and other political issues than they are about Jesus. We have a responsibility to our nation to pray for it, and to “render unto Ceasar”, but we cannot serve two masters. The “American” ideal has been so ingrained into us – patriots first – that we sometimes usurp God’s place in our lives. I do not like the current administration. I vote, and pay attention to what is going on, but I do not let any political issue steal my joy and take over my life. I am not suggesting you do. I am just sharing this as a gentle warning that too much attention to circumstances can pull our focus from what really matters.
What you’re saying is spot on, Dayna. I’m not too passionate about politics either, but I do know those around me who will get fired up when we start talking about them, but not near as passionate about the Lord. May I never be like that.
WOW Sundi Jo!! I absolutely loved this article. I must admit at first I was a little apprehensive and even surprised, knowing you are a Christian, to see this headline pop up from you in my news feed but I clicked through and read it and have to say that you are soooo right on!! Thanks for sharing!! ~Mike
Mike, thanks for the comment. I do have to ask though, do you not believe Christians can be for Obamacare?
I totally agree, Sundi Jo! It’s time to wake up and get on our knees.
Yes, Joan!