Confederate Christians and fellow Compatriots:
Below is my message for Sunday, October 24th. Please feel free to forward, reply, or use it in your camp or other newsletter. It is always appreciated.
May God bless you all in His service and in service to our just Southern Cause.
Bro. Len Patterson, Th.D
Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi
Member, Chaplains' Corps Committee
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After the Lord saved me, I gave my life to His ministry because of one compelling thought. A thought so impressive it could not be ignored. I became totally convinced, perhaps even obsessed, that the most important thing in this world was man's relationship with God. And today, forty years later, I'm just as certain of this as ever. And, all one need do is envision Jesus Christ dying in agony on a Roman cross to realize how important a relationship with us is to God.
Just imagine what this world would be like if everyone in it were a faithful, obedient Christian seeking a better relationship with God? Wars would cease; crime would stop; prisons would empty; abortions would no longer be an issue; we wouldn't need locks on our doors or guns for protection. Of course, as wonderful as this would be, I don't expect it to happen. Even Jesus said that most people will go in the wrong direction. (Matt. 7:13)
What about the Sons of Confederate Veterans and our worthy Cause? What if every member of the SCV were a faithful, obedient Christian seeking God's strength and guidance in our efforts to honor our Confederate forefathers and preserve our proud Southern heritage? What if God were leading our Confederation? What if ten thousand angels were running interference for us? What if the Spirit of God went before us touching the hearts and minds of those who oppose us, as well as politically correct politicians, and potential new members? What if all of our efforts were supported by the wisdom and unlimited power of God?
What if we all agreed (and I know many of you do) that, as individuals and as a Confederation, the most important thing in this world is our relationship with God? The Scripture says, "But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him." Of course the relationship is free, but the rewards are much needed, eternal, and immense.
Bro. Len Patterson, Th.D
Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi
Below is my message for Sunday, October 24th. Please feel free to forward, reply, or use it in your camp or other newsletter. It is always appreciated.
May God bless you all in His service and in service to our just Southern Cause.
Bro. Len Patterson, Th.D
Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi
Member, Chaplains' Corps Committee
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The Greatest Need!
Just imagine what this world would be like if everyone in it were a faithful, obedient Christian seeking a better relationship with God? Wars would cease; crime would stop; prisons would empty; abortions would no longer be an issue; we wouldn't need locks on our doors or guns for protection. Of course, as wonderful as this would be, I don't expect it to happen. Even Jesus said that most people will go in the wrong direction. (Matt. 7:13)
What about the Sons of Confederate Veterans and our worthy Cause? What if every member of the SCV were a faithful, obedient Christian seeking God's strength and guidance in our efforts to honor our Confederate forefathers and preserve our proud Southern heritage? What if God were leading our Confederation? What if ten thousand angels were running interference for us? What if the Spirit of God went before us touching the hearts and minds of those who oppose us, as well as politically correct politicians, and potential new members? What if all of our efforts were supported by the wisdom and unlimited power of God?
What if we all agreed (and I know many of you do) that, as individuals and as a Confederation, the most important thing in this world is our relationship with God? The Scripture says, "But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him." Of course the relationship is free, but the rewards are much needed, eternal, and immense.
Bro. Len Patterson, Th.D
Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi
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