It seems to me, as I view the many violent attacks, the many subversive attacks, the hatred and unrest not only in this Nation but around the world, that these events almost look coordinated. But surely not! What master mind would whisper lies, plant seeds of evil thoughts and deeds into the hearts and minds of so many varied and gullible people? Who, indeed? Or what?
“We wrestle not against flesh and blood but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places” (Ephesians 6:12).
Violence and discord come in many different forms: outright, overt horrors of shootings, bombings, knifings; and then the raucous demands of rights, never mind responsibilities, threats, coercion, street mobs out to destroy.
“These six things doth the Lord hate; yea, seven are an abomination to him; a proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that devises wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, a false witness who speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren” (Proverbs 6:16-19).
We need to be alert, to see beyond the headlines and news stories, to listen with our hearts and minds as well as our ears; but you know, we humans, in our own strength and wisdom cannot solve the mammoth problems that face us. God can. When His spirit fills lives, the violence ceases. God’s spirit brings peace and love. God changes people from the inside out. We need to pray heartfelt, sincere prayers and ask God to take charge of this world in turmoil.
And that’s the way I see it.
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Yep!
Agreed