Venezuela

The past few days have been filled with intense headlines and louder opinions surrounding Venezuela’s leadership and the reports, disputes, and fallout that have followed. As information circulates—some confirmed, some disputed, some still unfolding—the reactions have been swift and emotional. Social media has become a battleground of certainty, outrage, celebration, and fear.

Moments like this test more than our political views—they test our spiritual posture.

Scripture reminds us that turmoil among nations is not new. Long before modern governments and news cycles, God’s Word spoke plainly about unstable powers and shaken kingdoms:

“Why do the nations rage, and the people plot a vain thing?” (Psalm 2:1)

The Bible never asks believers to ignore injustice or oppression. But it does warn us against placing our hope—or our identity—too deeply in earthly rulers and political outcomes.

“Do not put your trust in princes, nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help.” (Psalm 146:3)

As followers of Christ, our response must be different from the world’s reflex to divide, gloat, or demonize. We are called to pray before we post, to seek wisdom before we speak, and to remember that behind every headline are real people—families, children, churches—living with the consequences.

The Apostle Paul urged believers to remember where true authority lies:

“For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.” (Romans 13:1)

That truth doesn’t excuse corruption or suffering—but it does anchor us in the confidence that God is neither surprised nor absent. He sees the oppressed. He hears the cries of the weary. And He holds every nation accountable.

Our calling in moments of international unrest is not to escalate outrage but to embody the Kingdom:

    •    To pray for leaders, even when we disagree (1 Timothy 2:1–2)

    •    To seek justice, but walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8)

    •    To speak truth with grace, remembering we represent Christ (Colossians 4:6)

Jesus told us plainly:

“In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)

So as the world debates, speculates, and divides, may the Church be known not for echoing the noise—but for reflecting the peace, wisdom, and hope of a sovereign God.

Our hope has never rested in a president, a party, or a nation’s stability.

Our hope rests in a King whose throne cannot be shaken.

“The Lord reigns; let the earth rejoice.” (Psalm 97:1)

Let’s pray for Venezuela.

Let’s pray for wisdom.

And let’s remember who we belong to.