Lately, like everyone else, I've read and watched a lot of negative stuff on Obama, Hillary, Trump, etc. But as someone who believes in Yeshua, I need to stay away from this negativity. We all should, Christain or not.
I know in the past that I've dished out my own sarcasm and smart remarks. But I've decided to decline from doing this any longer. Really, it does no good. No one really cares to hear whining and complaining. Or maybe they do. It makes for a good fight and breaks up friendships.
Besides, since I believe in Yeshua/Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I am commanded to pray for them, I Timothy 2:1-4 First of all, then, I counsel that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be made for all human beings, including kings and all in positions of prominence: so that we may leaf quiet and peaceful lives, being godly and upright in everything.
This is what God, our Deliverer, regards as good, this is what meets His approval.
He wants all humanity to be delivered and come to full knowledge of the truth. (The Complete Jewish Bible)
And with the way things have been going in America, we need to get on our knees. From Flint, Michigan's water issues to shootouts(the most recent in Maryland), to race wars and candidates being attacked this doesn't seem to be America anymore. I can only imagine what is going on behind the spiritual veil.
What we see in the tangible world is the result of what's going on in the one we don't see. Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
There is a war going on so pray.
Quite frankly, there is NO ONE that I can trust to truly run this country right.
AND, there is not one candidate who holds my views on abortion, the 2nd Ammendment, Freedom of Speech and Religion, corporate greed, etc.
The ONLY ONE I can trust is Yaweh. He's in control. Not me. Not you. And not them.
Psalm 22:28 For the kingdom belongs to Adonai, and he rules the nations.
Psalm 47:9-10 God rules the nations, God sits on His Holy throne.
The leaders of the people gather together, the people of the God of Avraham, for the
rulers of the earth belong to God, who is exalted on high.
God is clearly in control. He already knows who will be President of the United States of America.
And I do beleive Ben Carson, no long ago was quoted as saying, "The American people will get the president they deserve." (I couldn't find it posted anywhere yet. But when I so, you can bet your bottom dollar that I will.)
Now that's a scary thought.
Hugs and chocolate, all,
Shelly
That quote's an old one--so old I can't remember who originally said it. But it's true. We'll get what we deserve. This country, in its bid to be politically correct, has shut God out.
ReplyDeleteNone of the candidates share all of my views on all topics. That's impossible to find for any of us. We just pick the one we think will do the least amount of damage and pray a lot.
Yup. But what is sad is peeps put too much trust in these quote leaders of ours. In Isaiah 1 and 2, it's a prophecy against the people of Israel because of their wicked leaders leading them astray.
DeleteAll I can say is that we voted out a toxic leader last year and got a better one.
ReplyDeleteGood for Canada.
DeleteGood for Canada.
DeleteSo true! God's in control anyway.
ReplyDeleteMost definitely.
DeleteI think God is in control. I also think he expects us to vote.
ReplyDeleteYes. I do believe He wants us to vote.
DeleteI believe that God is in control, and that He knows best how to handle things, even when we don't know how He goes about making everything work for good.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I think you made a good decision not to get involved with the politics scene. For selfish reasons, of course. All this shouting left and right really gets on my nerves.
Mine, too. It's become a circus and a joke.
DeleteMine, too. It's become a circus and a joke.
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