Rebuilding A Nation

     As we look into new ways of building a foundation that will thrive in the sight of God we must first  be able to perceive the problems that we currently face. 

     The fact is that God asked that we abide by His Commandments and not be of the world. We live in a world where people are constantly seeking out other way of rationalizing their behaviors. We live in a world where people do not have time or the desire to establish a set of ways that will make life easier for all. The reason that God ordained the Ten Commandments was to make life simple and to keep us out of harms way. By paying careful attention to the reasons for why nations have been created we see that most have not attempted to follow the nature of God. So, in conclusion we see that many foundations have been built upon a very unstable foundation and shaky ground. The pillars that the world has created are not the pillars that God intended for us to live by. The world forgot what was true and just according to God, and the world adapted in a way that was due to pressure from the beast and the false prophet written about in the Revelation to John. 

     Now that we know this, we see that we have a solemn duty to God to seek the truth. It is our job for the sake of the human race to instill values and goals that are pleasing to God, through Christ. For the world this should be an exciting time. A time in which priorities and actions are transformed along with our minds. By changing the heart of the world, we are able to understand that with God's blessing we will be able to achieve our goal of peace and justice across the globe. He only asks that we follow His careful instruction and prevent old ways from prevailing in this time of tribulation. We are to seek to be the beacon of light that God put us on this earth to be. We do not prioritize anything before Christ. We protect what is sacred and true. We become ministers and saints, as opposed to persecutors and savages. This is the difference between the ways of God and the ways of the world. We must be aware of methods of attacks that force those who seek to instill truth to submit to the god of this world. Our minds must be in tune and we must see clearly through the fog. 

     As a nation and a world we are responsible for establishing all things through Jesus Christ. We will not be like the foolish man who built his house upon the sand. We will be wise and competent in building our house upon the rock that provides safety and reassurance. Jesus is the cornerstone set in the world that has been blanketed by sin, crucified by the world without God. We must now recognize the dilemma that we face and must change the world in order that God prevails in the end. For with God all things are possible and our worries do not exist. The coming together of the body of Christ in the second coming of Christ is our open door for change that the world has never seen. This is our job and our responsibility to one another. Let us not disregard God's humble request in speaking in truth and living out our duty to Him who sets us free. 

Does God Command War?

     As we evaluate one of the most carefully thought out decisions regarding what the requirements might be for going to war, we must think as God. By reading and studying God's Word we are able to discover hidden guidance in decisions such as these. War is not commanded by God. War criteria is to be based upon God's law. God has never desired that any man on this earth live with blood on his hands. For this is the worst feeling for a man or woman to live having known that they have taken the life of an individual. Man was not created for murder. Man was not to become the murderer. This was a commandment from God. It is critical that we understand the necessary actions by a leader, placed in a situation where they must decide what action to take. Do we follow the evidence of technology, or do we ask God for sound wisdom? This is the true dilemma. I believe that face time is essential to resolving these matters. Meeting with a man to discern his state of mind and to discover the truth is what God asks of us. This is a key part of being unafraid and wise into making the right decision. We do not attempt to judge based upon a premise where heavy political agenda may be the core influence. We are smarter than that. We are renewed by the Spirit and peace which surpasses all understanding. We must be careful not to become the enemy. For in that moment, our world will be turned upside down. A man's word is his bond. A man's demeanor is a good representation of his spirit. Discern a man's spirit and make a decision on how to help the situation, as opposed to worsening the situation. 

Revelation 19:11-12 "And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and wage war. His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written that no man knew, but he himself. "

Now, the key here is to be unafraid. In this piece of scripture we see that eyes are the key...By reading a man's eyes we are able to see the truth. Discussion is how we obtain resolve and closure. Jesus teaches us to test the spirits...A man of God will test an evil person by careful examination of their responses, especially in reference to God's truth, which allows us to recognize evil.