How can the churches in America once again become a formative spiritual, moral, and cultural force?

The fruit of repentance is entrance into the Kingdom and wisdom of God.

Stewards of Creation--Not even extreme situations sanction the wanton destruction of creation.

Conservation--Even the creation deserves a healthy measure of respect and honor from the people of God.

Honor Debtors--Even those who are in our debt are to be respected and honored appropriately.

For Failing to Stand--Standing is a way of showing deference, as if to give up one’s seat to the arriving person.

The Role of the King--This is not the first time God had told His people they could have a king.

Appeal--This provision is not exactly a form of appeal, but it’s easy enough to see how such a practice could derive from what we see here.

Retribution

This retributive form of justice was harsh, ... Note, however, that the punishment must be carefully measured. Justice was meant to restore order and social harmony,

What would happen if we began to see our neighborhoods in this way?

Are we making the Word of God delightful to the people around us?