Another Dark Day

Saturday, January 8, 2011 was indeed a dark day  for those adversely and fatally affected by the shots fired by a 22-year old. At least six died - including US District Judge Roll and 9- year old, Christina Green. Ironically, this 9-year old was born on "911"- I know the parents must be having a hard time reconciling what happened. The Christian community in general is still praying for these families and also that of Ms Giffords. I am praying daily for these families also Ms Giffords and family - it is all in GOD's hands!

It is disheartening that  disgruntled people will arm themselves and venture out to kill/injury others. This seem to be a recurring decimal - over the years adults/kids have gone on shooting sprees. It is certain that there is a blatant disregard for human life.

Sin has really marred this world and its inhabitants - leaving a sour taste in our mouths. One may ask where was GOD when these atrocities occur?  He is very much here with us, even when we do not acknowledge and revere Him.It is people's disregard/disrespect for others that help to foster these atrocities. The Creator ask us to love one another as He loves us. If this principle of love was entrenched in society it would be harder for individuals to just decide to take the lives of others - Love may prevail.

However, this good trait is not easy to cultivate outside of a GOD -led life which is expected from a Christian who is truly attuned with Jesus Christ. Assuredly, this is not an easy road because there is war between the carnal mind and the spiritual. We must not be naive to the fact that evil exists in this world,  man is predisposed to sin -hence committing heinous acts are easy. Conversely, good also exists but as the Apostle Paul states , it is easier for us to do evil than good because of the our sinful predisposition.

I am only hoping that we all realize that we of ourselves cannot combat this evil influence without Jesus by our side. Let us confess our sins and allow Jesus into our lives - 1 John 1:9 We will not be able to change all the bad things that are happening but we can become unlikely perpetrators of such acts and possibly influence others to become good through our witness through Jesus Christ .

 I indeed sympathize and empathize with every family that was bruised by this terrible act,  last Saturday, but this act impresses me to send as reminder to us Christian the charge our Lord gave us in Matthew 28:19-20
- Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

Let us all enlist in GOD's army and fight the good fight of faith - Put on the whole armor of God.

Be blessed!

Resolutions

Resolutions are plans that many people make at the start of each year. Yes, great  plans are crafted with precision but how many of these plans actually bear fruit?

Some may fail  because people are not serious about their resolutions. It maybe just a fad, because it is the thing to do. Some people did not look at the path/journey that would have to be taken in order to achieve their goal. Some may have become demoralized and traumatized. Whatever the reason for not following through may not be relevant, just the fact that you renege on your resolutions again.

I will hasten to say that many times it seems impossible to be victorious. However, remember that there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother - Proverbs 18:24. The point is all things are possible with God. Paul wrote in Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me.

Brothers and Sisters we can see our plans coming to fruition by committing and surrendering our all to Prince Emmanuel. Is there anything too hard for God to do? Let us forge ahead with the assurance that as we make plans for the future that we commit them to the "Author and Finisher of our faith."

May the blessings of our dear Savior, Jesus Christ daily attend us as we resolve to do the right!
Peace!!!