The announced topic of discussion for our church's monthly care group meeting last Sunday was "how we are to live in a culture where threats to our freedom to express and practice our Christian convictions are quickly mounting." As a result of that meeting's cancellation, the plan is to address the topic during the next meeting, which is scheduled for April 13.
In the meantime, a viewing of the video below should provide some understanding of how this threat to the freedom of Christians in particular is playing out. The video, produced by the Alliance Defending Freedom, tells the story of Barronnelle Stutzman, a Christian who has operated a florist business in Washington state for decades. Based on her understanding of God's design for marriage, she refused to provide flowers for a same-sex wedding. As a result, she is the target of lawsuits by the state goverment and private parties. This could be the future for many Christians in the land of the free. (HT: Denny Burk)
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