First let me clarify that I am not in any way an advocate of the Christian religious institution. Here is my view point on this topic, the so-called church in America is very carnal, many pastors, bishops, and leaders or what ever title they give themselves are self promoting and preach another gospel. It is outright shameful but it is not a condition that exists only in America. I have met many pastors and leaders from countries all over the world and they want to be just like T.D. Jakes, Joel Osteen or Benny Hinn. While America is definitely the epitome of materialism, the rest of the world is very jealous and desirous of America especially in the religious arena.

Judgement comes first to the house of God, I'm sure everyone has heard this stated from a pulpit a time or two. So what is the house of God? Where is the house of God? Is it a carnal religious system? Do a church study and you will find that some of the carnal religious systems have been around for over a thousand years and are still functioning today. The biggest needs of today are spiritual discernment, the spiritual gift of discerning of spirits working within us and a clear understanding of Father's will and purpose.

When we use methods like "smooth sailing" to determine God's approval (blessing) and "tempest storms" as God's disapproval (punishment) we are simply being carnal minded. Brother Paul endured all manner of difficulty, was he being judged?

When we can only see God moving in natural phenomena, we are falling short of His will and purpose. Jesus said that Father is looking for those who will worship Him in spirit and in truth. The new testament scriptures are full of instruction about being led by HolySpirit. So to form an opinion concerning America's standing with God on what the dollar is doing is not very accurate or timely.

I would also be very careful not to get carried away with this type of so-called prophetic ministry, where we figure out who,when and where God's judgement is falling on next. This can lead to the same attitude that Jonah had when God chose to show mercy to those in Nineveh.

So lets all grow in grace and knowledge together until Christs full stature is seen in us.