Thoughts on Afghanistan
George Shamblin2021-08-20T17:20:00+00:00
Many people are wondering how can we help Afghanistan? How do we respond? Here are my thoughts on how we can process what is happening based on wisdom from the scriptures.
1.) Avoid saying “I can empathize”
Avoid saying “I can empathize” to what is happening in Afghanistan. We have no idea what our afghan friends are going through.
2.) Avoid attempts to answer “why?”
Instead, let’s direct our thoughts and emotions towards conducting an internal assessment of our hearts.
“Keep your heart with all vigilance,
for from it flow the springs of life.” Proverbs 4:23
3.) Pray Boldly
Boldly approach the throne of God in prayer on behalf of the Afghan people.
“The Lord is far from the wicked,
but he hears the prayer of the righteous.” Proverbs 15:29
4.) Practice Thanksgiving
Embrace your kids, invite them into prayer – and thank God for the freedom to do these things.
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George Shamblin
In the summer of 1995, George Shamblin left a successful career in pharmaceutical sales to enroll at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. Though he experienced more than his share of challenges and setbacks over the next 28 years, it's a decision he never regretted.
Since 2012, Shamblin has been a pastor at The Center for Executive Leadership in Birmingham, Alabama, where he teaches Bible Studies and disciples others at various stages of spiritual growth. He serves on the board of Reel-Life International and has been an adjunct professor at Birmingham Theological Seminary. In 2023, he and his brother Keith co-founded a missions ministry, The Overseas Initiative.
Shamblin published his first book, The Relay, in 2020 and was inducted into Marquis Who's Who that same year. An avid outdoorsman, as well as a Master Gardener, George and his wife of 30 years, Jill, have four children Sydney, Bailey, Miller, and George Jr.
