https://odb.org/2023/12/22/a-wall-torn-down
The Berlin Wall fell on 9 November 1989 and was a historical event unimaginable then. I remember thinking how impossible it was, and yet it happened. Two years later, in 1991, the Soviet Union collapsed. The difference was that with the fall of the Berlin Wall, East and West Germany were genuinely reunited. But with the Soviet Union collapse, Russia remained the lynchpin, with most of the ex Soviet countries still aligned to her. Ukraine, being the second largest country, became alligned to the West, and her stated intention to join the EU led to the present Russian-Ukraine war.
In the history of our faith, the wall in the form of the veil in the temple was broken with the death of Jesus Christ on the cross. Man was thus reconciled to God. The wall separating Jews and Gentiles was also broken, enabling Gentiles to be grafted into the family of God. In the past, Gentiles were not allowed beyond the outer courts of the Temple.
The verse that comes to mind is Matthew 19:26 – “With men, this is impossible, but with God, all things are possible.” Sometimes, when we look at our family and friends, we dismiss them as impossible to accept Christ. Yet, God is able to turn them around, no matter how hostile or indifferent they were before. They could face a personal tragedy, and suddenly, they needed an anchor in their lives. I think it’s best we realise that we need God early in life so that He need not allow certain things to happen to us to draw near to Him. Our role is to reflect Christ in our lives, share with them our testimony and our experiences in God, and pray that their spiritual eyes may be opened one day. Jesus has already opened the way. We just need to guide and show them the right path.
Don’t lose hope when it comes to our friends and family. Jesus will open their eyes and remove the scales. God will soften their hearts. They will turn to Him one day. Believe it, don’t lose faith, and continue to pray for them! Don’t give up. Keep on believing and praying.
Ronnie's Thoughts 