Franklin Graham has requested that American pray for the Supreme Court members who are hearing arguments related to same-sex marriage.
Last month, I wrote about this issue HERE, and so I join him in praying and encourage the readers of Gail-Friends to pray and to pass on this information. The SCOTUS decision is expected to be handed down in early June.
The following quotes are from Franklin Graham on his Facebook page.
"An alarm was sounded in this USA TODAY opinion piece yesterday—You need
to read about it in the link below. If same-sex marriage becomes the law
of the land it could have a drastic impact on Christian universities,
organizations, and churches. Those who operate by Christian principles
could be severely impacted and even shut down. God hears our prayers,
and we need to pray that He will work mightily in the hearts and minds
of our Supreme Court justices right now as they consider this monumental
issue. There are nine U.S. Supreme Court justices, and I would like to
pray specifically for one each day. Today would you join me in praying
for Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr. who leads the court? A Harvard
graduate, he was nominated as Chief Justice by President George W. Bush
and has served the court for ten years this September."
"Pray for Justice Clarence
Thomas who has served on the court for over 23 years. I assure you this
affects each and every one of us. There will be a storm of persecution
against all people who follow God and His standards if this passes. Justice Clarence Thomas was appointed to the Supreme Court by President
George H.W. Bush in 1991, and has been a wise jurist and consistent
defender of the Constitution. In the past, he has voted to uphold the
biblical definition of marriage and has indicated that he does not
believe there is a Constitutional right to same-sex marriage. Let's pray
especially for him today--that he will continue to stand as a voice of
truth and wisdom in the face of vehement opposition from gay rights
advocates."
"Pray for Justice Antonin Scalia, who was
appointed to the court 29 years ago by President Reagan. Pray the Lord
will speak to his heart regarding the profound impact this decision will
have on Bible-believing Christians in this country."
"Pray for Justice Anthony Kennedy served on the 9th Circuit Court of
Appeals before being nominated by President Reagan to the Supreme Court
in 1988. Some say that Justice Kennedy may likely be the swing vote in
the ruling on same-sex marriage being considered now. In the oral
arguments phase a few weeks ago, he seemed to understand the vast
implications if the court were to "throw away a millennia of
marriage..." Pray for him especially, that he will realize the
folly in doing just that."
"Pray for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who has served on the Court
for over two decades. Those who support same-sex marriage consider her
an ally in their fight to toss God's Holy Word aside. As the Supreme
Court continues to deliberate over the constitutionality of same-sex
marriage, let's pray that Justice Ginsburg's eyes would be opened to the
truth of Scripture and that she would not be deceived by the arguments
of those who seek to impose their "new morality" on our nation."
"Pray for Justice Samuel Alito. As advocates of same-sex marriage made their case before the Supreme
Court in April, Justice Samuel Alito asked a pointed question: "Suppose
we rule in your favor in this case and then after that, a group
consisting of 2 men and 2 women apply for a marriage license. Would
there be any ground for denying them that license?" Justice Alito seems
to understand that ruling in favor of same-sex marriage would have far
reaching implications. Today join me in praying that Justice Alito will
have wisdom and stand strong for what we know is God's unchanging
truth-- Marriage is between 1 man and 1 woman."
"Pray for Justice Elena Kagan. Last year, she officiated at a same-sex
wedding for her former law clerk. In 2013, Kagan—who was appointed in
2010 by President Obama—voted to strike down the federal Defense of
Marriage Act which stated that marriage is between one man and one
woman. There seems to be no doubt about how she is leaning as the nation
awaits the Supreme Court's decision on the constitutionality of
same-sex marriage. Today please pray that she will see the danger of
deciding to go against God's law and standards."
"Pray for Justice Sonia Sotomayor was born to a family of immigrants
and grew up in public housing in the Bronx. She is a great example of
someone who reached the American Dream through hard work and
determination. Unfortunately, she is also an example of someone who
seems to be very misguided on the issue of same-sex marriage. She voted
to strike down the federal Defense of Marriage Act in 2014, and
homosexual advocates consider her an ally in their fight to make
same-sex marriage the law of the land. Let's pray for Justice Sotomayor
to have the wisdom to know that as a society we cannot survive if we
turn our back on God's standards and His definition of marriage."
Pray for Justice Stephen G. Breyer. I could not find information about his voting record on Rev. Graham's Facebook page. I did find that he was appointed by President Bill Clinton, who has well-known liberal and anti-Biblical views. Please pray that Justice Breyer will maintain common sense and the wise standard of Biblical marriage for our country.
This quote from Rev. Graham says it all:
"I commend Barronelle Stutzman for living by the Biblical principles of
her Christian faith, no matter the cost. She says in the Washington
Post, "We've always heard that same-sex marriage would never affect
anyone aside from the same-sex couples who wanted to be married. But a
judge recently told me that my freedom to live and work according to my
beliefs about marriage expired the day same-sex marriage became the law
in my state."
I often hear quotes in the media to the effect that the "majority of Americans" agree with same-sex marriage. It is interesting to note, however, that I've observed states vote on the issue and defeat it. Appeals courts have then over-ruled the will of the people.
This issue has immense and far-reaching effects on so many areas of our lives as Americans. For more information about how this issue will affect you, read this POST. Also, we must pray for the homosexuals to accept G-d's view and to be set free from their bondage.
We must pray, and add feet to our prayers. Contact your Supreme Court and your state and national representatives and let your voice be heard. Tell them you stand for G-d's command on marriage - only between 1 man and 1 woman.
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