A seismic shift in our Consciousness - resulting in a national awakening to “fix things”

Dear Editor,

Although I am a preacher of the Gospel, I still, (in my most tenuous prayers) marvel at the magnificent ways that our Savior guides us through unrest and upheaval in our lives through the power of His divine Word.

Clarence F. Holliman has been the pastor of the Bethel Baptist Church in Breckenridge for 34 years. He has been blessed to have worn many titles during his 83-year-old life: Teacher, coach, principal, Civic Leader/ Volunteer, elected municipal official, social advocate, and preacher. He is also a proud husband of 62 years, and a humbly proud father, and grandfather. While serving as Mayor of Mineral Wells from 2002 2008, we were able, with the help of State Representative Jim Reffer and Senator Rodney Ellis, to secure legislation allowing for the renovation of the Baker Hotel.

So, as always, I find my answers in the Holy scriptures, and these three brought enlightenment, settled my spirit, and gave me strength for the day.

Romans 13:1

Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power, but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

2 Chronicles 7:14

My Commentary is the result of the rumination in my head, and my subsequent emotions elicited, recently, by the consequence of the Pandemic. Like many of you, I have pondered, and I still am pondering over the consequent social upheaval and its effect over our consciousness.

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

Matthew 22:37-39

At once, I consider the immense blessing that we as Americans have: to live in a country with religious freedom - a nation that God has blessed us with - an enormous blessing, and advantage over the rest of the world. I find myself woefully unworthy - but thankful, for my plenteous days, God’s care for me, and his multitudinous blessing to my family, Friends, Congregation, and our nation.

Pandemic or no Pandemic, Let the scriptures guide you.

Pastor C. F. Holliman

Bethel Baptist Church

Breckenridge, Texas