THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT... a plea  for Pastors

During the years prior to The Revolutionary War, and during the Revolution itself, the British coined the phrase THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT.  It was an insult, and was never meant to be a kind comment.  In reality, the British attribute the Revolution to THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT.  The British were certain that, without this group, there would have been no revolution. So, who were these men?

Prior to the War, the Clergy preached many sermons on civic responsibility. They wore their black robes and preached about righteousness, stewardship and responsibility.  The Colonies were listening, and people began to stand up.  The result is history.  A Country was born.  A series of laws was established.  They declared themselves to be free when 56 men signed The Declaration of Independence.  They formed a Constitution to govern the new Country.  They established three distinct avenues to run the Government: Legislative, Judicial and Executive.  The laws were passed and adhered to based on Biblical principles.  THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT was instrumental in the courage and conviction needed to win The Revolution.  THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT was used as the catalyst to birth a new Country under the providence of the Creator of the Universe.  To these men, we owe a debt.

In Hebrews 12:1,2, we read about a great cloud of witnesses surrounding us.  Perhaps it is THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT.  In 2 Kings 6:16,17, those around Elisha might have been the ones guiding THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT.  Regardless, we are a generation of believers who will stand accountable for what we do. We have a heritage of men before us who stood tall in the Pulpit and brought into existence a way of life that millions worldwide today dream of living.  It is our turn to put on those black robes, even if symbolically.  The pastors of 2012 will stand accountable for how we present the Gospel and how we lead by example.

In 2012, THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT has been called back to active duty.  Search the Internet.  Look at what Wallbuilders has written about THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT.  Make the decision to enlist, and make a difference in your community.  We owe those men.  We owe our Country.  We are indebted to those who have gone on before us, and we must raise the Standard to restore the Honor that goes with America, the Beautiful. As we lead the charge to restore the United States of America to the glory of being known as A CHRISTIAN NATION...may we hear those words: "Well done, My good and faithful servant!"................ As you consider joining THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT, I urge you to read Hebrews 13:17.

To learn more of what you can do, go to:  www.fbccocoabeach.com  and see THE BLACK ROBE REGIMENT