State of the World - 2008

We are barely into 2008 and have already had several brutal single and mass murders in America. It is apparent that the economy, war, and pervasive "diet" of sex and violence in the media (TV, movies, music, and video games) is having an increasingly negative impact on many - to the point where some feel that the only "way out" for them is to commit murder or other heinous crimes!

When will this stop? When will this nation return to the path of dignity and righteousness?

Tough questions - yes, I know. I also know that now is the time for every man in America with a "backbone" and a measure of common sense to stand up for what is right!

Now is the time to make a stand against graphic media sex and violence, hard-core and child pornography, child abuse, drug abuse (to include prescription drugs) and the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Now is the time to control the proliferation of weapons on our streets and in our homes.

The future of our nation and civilization is at stake!!!

Apathy Kills

"Had I interfered in the manner which I admit, and which I admit has been fairly proved (for I admire the truthfulness and candor of the greater portion of the witnesses who have testified in this case), had I so interfered in behalf of the rich, the powerful, the intelligent, the so-called great, or in behalf of any of their friends, either father, mother, brother, sister, wife, or children, or any of that class, and suffered and sacrificed what I have in this interference, it would have been all right; and every man in this court would have deemed it an act worthy of reward rather than punishment." quote from a famous American in the 19th Century.

Question: When are we going to stand up for our children, the elderly, and the innocent? When are we going to take a stand against wickedness?

Come with Me

Anyone who is not with Me is against Me, and anyone who does not gather with Me scatters. Matthew 12:30

A Message to All Snobs

Neither their silver nor their gold will be able to deliver them on the day of the LORD'S wrath; And all the earth will be devoured In the fire of His jealousy, For He will make a complete end, Indeed a terrifying one, Of all the inhabitants of the earth. Zephaniah 1:18

Crime Deterrent

Another state has banned the death penalty.

http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/12/13/nj.death.penalty/index.html?iref=topnews

Whether you support that move or not, the fact remains that crime is rampant in America and is affecting people from all walks of life. It's not just "their problem", it's our problem as Americans.

Don't wait until you, a family member, or friend is a victim of crime. Take a stand now.!!!

Omaha

Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6

Yet another senseless tragedy in America from another lost, neglected, and troubled soul. The price of helping someone like this is far cheaper than the aftermath of that person's potential destruction of innocent life. If you know someone like this, please help them.

Treat Others Fairly

When it is in your power, don't withhold good from the one to whom it is due. Don't say to your neighbor, "Go Away! Come back later. I'll give it tomorrow" - when it is there with you. Proverbs 3:27 - 28.

The End of the Age

So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will go out, separate the evil people from the righteous, and throw them into the blazing furnace. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Matthew 13:49-50.

Fear God

Don't fear those who kill the body but are not able to kill the soul; rather fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. Matthew 10:28

Be Alert

Remember therefore what you have received and heard; keep it, and repent. But if you are not alert, I will come like a thief, and you have no idea at what hour I will come against you. Revelation 3:3

I am An American

Do you remember the TV Ads that appeared after 9/11 that featured Americans of different colors and creeds from around the country? It served as a very unifying theme for America in that time of crisis. As we move closer to election 2008 - it might be time to reintroduce that Ad or a similar themed campaign to help unify this nation.

Time to March

A few weeks ago, people from all over the nation marched in Jena, Louisiana. While I understand and empathize with their reasons for marching, I long for a day when people of all races, backgrounds, and political affiliations will "hit the streets" to protest child abuse, pornography, drug use, violence, and other societal ills.

Keep Your Head Up!!!

Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Don't stifle the Spirit. Don't despise prophecies, but test all things. Hold on to what is good. Stay away from every form of evil. Thessalonians 5: 16 - 22.

False Prophets

Beware of false prophets - those who always tend to preach gloom and doom - knowing that their very "prophecy" is the catalyst behind misfortune and mayhem.

Spiritual Armor

In every situation take the shield of faith, and with it you will be able to extinguish the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit which is God's Word. Ephesians 6:6-17.

Giants and Infants

"Ours is a world of nuclear giants and ethical infants. We know more about war than about peace, more about killing than we know about living." - General Omar Bradley

Idolatry

Little children, guard yourselves from idols. 1 John, 5:21.

Positive Powers

Now to which of the angels has He ever said: Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies Your footstool. Are they not all ministering spirits sent our to serve those who are going to inherit salvation? Heberews, 1:13-14.

Do No Evil

For the one who wants to love life and to see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit, and he must turn away from evil and do good. He must seek peace and pursue it, because the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are open to their request. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil. Peter, 3:10-12.

No Fear

Do Not fear what they fear or be disturbed..........