The word dumb is defined as a lack of intelligence. To refer to someone as dumb is judgmental and offensive. But, the word dumb is also defined as lacking good judgment. Freedumb is the destruction of property in an effort to eradicate history. Freedumb is the destruction of buildings, businesses and homes, physical and verbal attacks, in response to injustice. Freedumb is disrespecting the countless brave people of all colors, creeds, and national origins, individually and collectively, who fought and died for our freedom. We obviously have more work to do and most people sincerely recognize the need for continued change. So, let’s come together in peace and solidarity.
Excerpts from Battle Cry Good vs Evil
Introduction
We’re evolving into something more difficult to recognize as “Godly.” It’s become a common occurrence for many in positions of authority to be accused of unscrupulous behavior. Even something as precious as freedom, has become more about self and less about God and country. Hate and violence have become the common response to the major issues facing society today.
Author’s comments: As a nation, we have distanced ourselves from God. The most important thing we can do now is move closer to God. It’s our only saving grace!
Chapter 4: The Mind Is the Battlefield, the Heart Is the Fort
The evidence of Satan’s influence is witnessed by all the hate and evil in the world. To combat this, we must rely on the strength of the Holy Spirit, sent to help us make better choices, to serve, love, and care for one another, and to love and serve God. We also have the freedom to make choices despite how the Spirit moves in us. Even though we know deep down that something doesn’t feel right, we can ignore the feeling, do what we want anyway, and suffer the consequences.
Author’s comments: The consequences of ignoring the Spirit is witnessed in what we see going on all over the world. Paul says in Ephesians 2:1–2 (NLT), “Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers of the unseen world. He is the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God.”
Chapter 18: Fear of the Lord
Some people have the attitude that nobody should be telling us what to do, or dictate how we live. Some confuse freedom with the right to act the way they want. With respect to governing authorities, the structure of society in which we live, is founded on God. In Mark 12:17 (NLT) Jesus said, “Well then, give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.” Rules and regulations are set forth to keep us safe and help us prosper. Without rules or regulations, social and civil order would be at risk. To maintain order, people in positions of authority are responsible to hold us accountable for our actions. Romans 13:1–2 (NLT) says, “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. So anyone who rebels against authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and they will be punished.”
Author’s comments: How often do we stop and think about what God is trying to accomplish through those in positions of authority? How often do those in positions of authority think about what God is trying to accomplish through them? All the physical and emotional evidence indicates we are losing in spiritual warfare, but there’s Good News. It’s never too late. At any time, we have the freedom to stop following our sinful desires and Satan’s lead. We can start following the Spirit’s lead. We can learn to rely on the Holy Spirit for the spiritual strength we need to not only change ourselves, but to change the nation.
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