The expression “to push the envelope” became a common phrase in English speaking circles following the publication of Tom Wolfe’s book The Right Stuff in 1979. The context of this term is derived from taking space travel to the next level with technology, pushing the outside of the envelope to reach new heights never experienced before. Today, innovations take performance beyond previously accepted boundaries through apps, electronic devices and household luxuries.
Unfortunately, these societal advances have created a few negative side affects. Self indulgence, instant gratification and materialism has placed God on the back burner in life. Like the days of Babel, Genesis 11:3-4, commercialism is attempting to bring heaven to earth through a mere click of your mouse. Thus, by leaping ahead, this once pure envelope has experienced a gradual decline, shredding the values of America.
I am not sure where or when this initial tear began, but I don’t think there are enough pieces remaining to restore a nation founded on biblical principles. Adult bookstores, drugs or immorality are no longer an isolated occurrence. With roughly one quarter of the internet URL’s pornographic in nature, the world is more than ever surrounded by evil. Everyone wants to get better as a person, yet are people willing to compromise what they believe? May God have mercy on this nation, turn wicked hearts toward prayer and mend those who have been shredded by the gravitational pull of sin.
by Jay Mankus
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