Economists now speak in terms of The Global Economy. The interweaving of world-wide economy has fueled feelings of despair in the West. No longer are Western nations self-assured leaders of the world's economy. No longer is the factory worker or corporate middle manager secure in their job. With the increase of travel and instantaneous worldwide communication, a worker in the United States may be competing with someone in Asia, Africa or South America for a job.
Job security is almost nonexistent.
As the masses in the workforce tremble at the prospects of the future, Jesus' words reach our hearts with special force. The Apostle Paul links the shaking of the heavens with a simultaneous shaking of the earth. Therefore, since we receive a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe. Realize the impact of the Apostle's teaching. In the midst of all the shaking going on in the world now, there are elements of the kingdom of God present.