If we become so emerged in the frenzy of news, we might very well miss the precious a gift from God called life. Did we miss November 11th? Do we know the significance? I hope we all took the time to honor a veteran. It is worth the reader to learn a little more about this day and how brave men and women have paid the ultimate price to maintain our freedom. In the USA this day is called “Veteran’s Day”. In Australia and New Zealand this day is “Anzac Day”, In the UK, it is called “Armistice Day” or “Poppy Day”. Poppies are flowers given out in remembrance of this day all over the world. Did we stop to remember a veteran this day or shed a tear or two in remembrance of a loved one lost to keep us free? I hope we can get our act together and unite now as a proud nation and stop the blame game.
Paul advises us in 2 Thessalonians 3:13 not to be discouraged in doing what is right. I believe that is very timely advise today. The pendulum swings it seems right or left and the extremists tend to step out of the shadows to protest their cause. I wonder just how many of those protesting now actually exercised the right to vote. Did you know that voting is mandatory in Australia? The USA is full of people that seem to complain but never actually vote. That is a shame! We are a free nation based on a democracy that allows opinions but not criminal acts to enforce their opinion on someone else. This holds true for the right or the left of the political arena. Paul also advised in 2 Thessalonians 3:6 to stay away from people who do not have a disciplined life. He also advised that if anyone does not want to work, should not eat in 3:10. Wow, that sounds a bit harsh! Not really. This country was founded on work and some paid a very high price for their efforts. Some reaped a high reward. Let freedom ring but let only the people who support freedom ring the bell. Don’t be discouraged in doing what is right. I will also add make sure you are being led by Devine guidance not the news media. “Jesus said, “Watch out that you aren’t deceived.” (Luke 21:8) Listen if you have time to my audio below the quote from Martin Kornfeld.
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