These days more than any time before, it seems we are being constantly cautioned to steer clear of three topics: God, country and politics.
Therefore, let’s do address with somewhat reckless abandon.
Forty years ago, I had no problem staying away from the Big Three. In recent years as a devoted follower of Christ, a proud patriot and a committed Constitutional conservative, I gladly take a stand for all three as I woefully watch the concerted effort of a few people in powerful positions attempt to shred the foundation of what has made America great over the past 2½ centuries.
The story actually started with the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock 400 years ago. Then again, it really started with the Ten Commandments and Mosaic Law as described in the Book of Exodus and later presented in the books of Leviticus and Deuteronomy.
Those laws later became the foundation which formed our Constitution and our Bill of Rights.
Our Judeo-Christian heritage is the very heart that still beats and keeps us strong as a nation of diverse people. We have been blessed immensely, and we must take a stand to preserve what is best known as The American Experiment.
As a Vietnam War veteran, I fully understand the significance of a strong military presence to protect our borders and defend the rights of other countries from falling victim to evil despots using military force to overthrow existing governments.
I also advocate the rule of law and the need for a strong police presence to protect the rights of our citizens for a peaceful existence. Law and order must be preserved and those who break the law must be appropriately punished for their crimes.
Alexis de Tocqueville’s classic work, Democracy in America, which became a pivotal part of my studies for my Masters program many years ago, is still considered one of the most informative descriptions of what made America great in its early years of existence.
Faith in God and practical biblical principles played an enormous role in those early days. Sadly, we have allowed diverse ideologies to gain a foothold in our government and our vicarious way of life over the past 50 or so years of existence.
There was a time when those who served in all levels of government did so out of an unselfish desire to serve rather than become career politicians.
We need more truly devoted statesmen like Frank Capra’s character portrayed by Jimmy Stewart in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
Unfortunately, the system seems to be inundated by bureaucrats more concerned with their own well-being and scratching the backs of their fellow constituents than what is best for the country and its citizens.
We are so fortunate to live in these United States of America, which was founded on God’s principles by disciplined godly men and women.
Let me conclude with these solemn words presented in Hebrews 10:16-17: “This is the covenant I will make with them after that time, says the Lord. I will put my laws in their hearts, and I will write them on their minds.”
These words are taken from Jeremiah 31 and are profitable to all people and nations willing to follow our Creator.
To God be the glory!