Perhaps no other people on the face of the Earth have had as many opportunities to hear the truth about Jesus than Americans. There are over 450,000 churches in the U.S., 600 religious radio stations, and all manner of Christian publishing, music recording and even billboards. But how many Americans can genuinely say they’ve had the all-important salvation-giving encounter with the Lord of the universe?

Then he began to denounce the cities where most of his mighty works had been done.

Matthew 11:20

Some of the people in the six cities that Jesus decried in Matthew 11 probably thought of themselves as good, charitable, decent people – but they were the same in their spiritually darkened hearts. Too many Americans are in the same boat as the people in Chorazin, Bethsaida and Capernaum…cold toward God. Jesus Himself gave a stern warning: choices always have consequences.

Please pray today for Americans to return to the nation’s spiritual roots, to the claims of the risen Christ on their lives, and to choose repentance over their rebellious hearts. Heed the message yourself, and warn others of the serious results awaiting those who reject Jesus. Be sure to include the leaders of the country in your intercession.

Recommended Reading: Matthew 11:20-29