What exactly would it look like if the kingdom of God on earth, His will being done on earth, were a reality? Well, volumes could be written about that, but allow me to focus on just one thing for now. On Nov. 5, Missouri voters will be asked to consider two proposed constitutional amendments – namely, Amendments 2 and 5 – that would expand the gambling industry in our state. But would approving such amendments reflect God’s kingdom and God’s will?

We need passionate men and women of conviction in our day to stand and proclaim the sanctity of all human life as a moral issue, as a matter of basic human dignity, and to fight the good fight, even if that battle is to be fought in the political arena.