CLA is following several ongoing pieces of legislation that raise concerns for churches and Christians alike. While framed as promoting public order, portions of the language in this legislation could be interpreted to restrict open-air preaching, public witnessing, and even the distribution of Gospel tracts and pamphlets in certain settings.
Such legal challenges are surfacing all across America. The Christian Law Association is actively preparing for upcoming issues in states like North Carolina, Tennessee, Arkansas, and California. Each case represents a critical stand to ensure that believers retain the right to fulfill the Great Commission in their communities. As Acts 5:29 declares, “We ought to obey God rather than men.” If we lose these freedoms, our ability to share the Gospel in public spaces may be severely hindered for future generations.
We urge Christians everywhere to pray fervently for these legal battles. The freedom to hand out a tract, share a Bible verse, or speak the name of Jesus on a street corner is not merely a cultural right—it is a God-given command. As Mark 16:15 reminds us, “Go ye into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every creature.”
Let’s ask the Lord for wisdom for our attorneys, courage for those facing opposition, and His mighty hand of protection over our constitutional freedoms. The time to pray and act is now.