Looking Forward But Not Upward

The most mainstream form of Christianity is about looking forward but not upward. What I mean by this is that most of Christianity today is focused on moving forward to creating a better world but without the inspiration and guidance from above. Direction in the Christian church is dictated by the course of politics and world events instead of the Scriptures. I believe the reason for this wayward trend is that biblical prophecies are becoming obsolete in Christianity. The lack of prophetic knowledge has led many a Christian to investigate politics, alternative religions, and current events, among other mediums in order establish a sense of direction and purpose.
Prophecy is the very instrument that God uses to point us to His providence. If Christian churches neglect prophetic knowledge they are in danger of misunderstanding the providence of God. Instead of resting securely under the wings of divine authority they are wandering blindly into a dark territory where God does not reside.
It is imperative now more than ever that churches turn their attention to the prophecies recorded in Scripture by divine inspiration. When investigated and studied in the right manner they will undoubtedly reveal a heavenly plan for which there is no earthly substitute. One is made to recognize that the entire work of salvation and restoration is in full operation, not here on earth, but in the courts of heaven.
Even a review of prophecies already fulfilled, such as the restoration of Jerusalem in the days of Ezra and Nehemiah, the coming of the Messiah, his death, the ushering in of the Christian era, and the cleansing of the heavenly sanctuary, should serve to strengthen our faith in regards to biblical prophecy. This in turn should cause us to give our earnest attention to the Bible as the source of guidance. It is the Scripture, especially the prophetic word that points us upward.