Addressing Coronavirus

Introduction

We are CV mad at the moment

Felt it appropriate to offer a view of how we as Christians should understand to CV

I'm not an expert on CV or any medicinal challenges

The context we face

CV is one of the many challenges we face as South Africans

Corrupt government

Strained economy

Deterioration of society

Overburdened infrastructure

CV is the latest challenge

It has probably been the biggest game changer, because of the unknowns and implications

People across the world are figuring out how to respond, with many panicking

How are we meant to respond?

Understand and place confidence in God's goodness and sovereignty

Understand that God has a broader view than you, so might have other, better, plans to achieve

Understand that for the Christian, there is no fear of death - Jesus has conquered the grave

Understand that there are those who do not have the confidence of trust, so share with them

Understand the tension between isolation and quarantine with the opportunity to serve and share - exercise discernment

Understand the uncertainty that lies ahead and start adjusting life to be flexible and unencumbered; CV will go away but the other issues are still here - this is not new requirement for Christian living

Understand the power of prayer - Jesus final discourse

Understand that prayer is about God's agenda, not ours