In recent developments, lawmakers in nine U.S. states have introduced measures urging the Supreme Court to reconsider the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. States such as Michigan, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota have taken legislative steps to advocate for the ruling's reversal, asserting that the decision contradicts the traditional biblical definition of marriage as a union between one man and one woman.
These legislative efforts reflect a growing movement to uphold the sanctity of marriage as ordained by God. Proponents argue that the Obergefell decision undermines the foundational family structure designed by the Creator, leading to moral and societal decay. By challenging this ruling, these states aim to restore a definition of marriage that aligns with biblical teachings, emphasizing the importance of adhering to God's design for human relationships.
While these resolutions are non-binding and do not guarantee a Supreme Court review, they signify a significant stand for biblical principles in the public sphere. Believers are called to support and pray for leaders who courageously defend God's statutes, recognizing that true societal flourishing occurs when nations align their laws with divine commandments. As the Apostle Paul exhorted, Christians must "stand firm" and let nothing move them, always giving themselves fully to the work of the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58). READ MORE
Commentary by Joe Hawkins