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Senator Sanders is either ignorant or arrogant. Neither quality is desirable. What's worse -- and I suspect this would describe Senator Sanders -- is to be arrogantly ignorant.
As I noted last week, Senator Sanders apparently believes that only those who firmly believe nothing are qualified to hold high public office. Perhaps that is why he feels he should have been President.
This is why I decided that it's time for a little refresher course about what makes the United States of America so unique and irreplaceable.
Our nation exists today because her founders recognized their dependence on God and acknowledged it in the foundation and framework of this magnificent house we call the United States of America. We dismiss that recognition at our peril.
The United States of America is the world's only superpower. Its economy is the engine that drives the world. Even in our difficult times, it is still the cornerstone on which the global economy rests.
Twice in one century, the United States saved Europe, and the rest of the world, from the domination of tyrants. Later, America drove the Soviet Empire into the ground and, in so doing, secured freedom for untold millions of citizens and scores of nations.
It is undeniable that, to this day, America remains the last, best hope of the world's oppressed.
Yet the United States of America exists in the shadow of an uncertainty. Have you ever thought about the fact that even our National Anthem acknowledges that it is possible to forfeit or lose the magnificent heritage that is the United States of America? When Francis Scott Key penned the words to The Star Spangled Banner, he ended the first verse (which is the one customarily performed as our nation's official anthem) with a question: "O' say does that star spangled banner yet wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?"
Whether he was being prophetic or simply poetic is not important. His inclusion of that question rightly implies that America's great freedom and promise cannot be taken for granted. It came into existence through the great courage and sacrifice of our forebears. It can fade from existence through the antipathy and apathy of its current and future citizens.
That's why so many of our Founding Fathers found it imperative to insist that the form of government they established can only prosper if the citizenry is predominantly Judeo-Christian. They minced no words when they proclaimed that our democracy can only succeed if it remains founded on the principles of Christianity and respectful of its Judeo-Christian roots.
Yet, today as no time in our history, those very roots and principles are under ferocious attack. It's as if major players in our society have hoisted their axes, determined to chop away at the roots of our democracy until the magnificent tree of American freedom shivers and falls.
That's why there is no time to lose. As Christians and patriots, we must seek God's mercy for our faltering nation. The forces of darkness have succeeded in marshaling their greatest assault yet. And the speed with which recent changes have weakened the basic foundations of our society is nothing compared to what we may see in the coming years. If we are to see our nation saved, we must earnestly call out to God, repent of our sins as a nation, and humble ourselves before Him.
As we languish in the summer doldrums, pray earnestly every day for our beloved nation. Pray that truth will be revealed. Pray that blinders will be removed. Pray that God will exalt Himself through the testimony of His people. And pray that He will watch over and protect this "shining city on a hill" that truly owes its success and glory to His precepts.
America celebrates its independence in a few days. Join me as I pose this most critical question: "Does the Flag Still Wave?"
Don't miss this week's Report on TBN, Daystar, CPM Network, various local stations, www.hallindsey.com or www.hischannel.com. Check your local listings.
I want to wish all of you a "Happy Independence Day!" Remember, amid the fun and festivities take time to reflect on this precious gift that God has given us and our world: The United States of America! And take time to thank God for the men and women who gave their all to buy our freedom and to keep it. May God bless you and your family and may God always bless America!
God Bless,
Hal Lindsey
- Hal Lindsey -
When a Bernie Sanders supporter tried to kill Republican Congressmen on a baseball practice field last week, it brought
a growing problem into the glaring public light: American political rhetoric has reached the boiling point.
Though heated political debate and even unabashed mud-slinging is nothing new to American politics, what we are witnessing now is unprecedented and alarming.
In fact, certain members of the media -- if not clinical professionals -- have coined a new term to describe it: Assassination pornography. That's defined
as "fantasy depictions of assassination."
I'm certain you can guess who they're fantasizing about assassinating!
And some of them are not keeping it a secret! Self-described comedienne Kathy Griffin produced a photograph of herself holding a bloody, severed head
(ISIS-style) that looked amazingly like that of President Donald Trump. Snoop Dog produced a satirical video in which he shoots a clownish Donald Trump figure at pointblank range.
Even the city of New York (President Trump's hometown) got in on the act. The infamous New York Public Theater that stages summertime productions in Central
Park produced a version of "Julius Caesar" that is set in modern times and features a Donald Trump lookalike (complete with the blue suit, white shirt, and long red tie). Of course, he gets assassinated by his peers. And the audience claps joyously.
To their credit, Bank of America and Delta Airlines pulled their sponsorship of the production. But Time Warner, the parent company of CNN, apparently
approves of the message it presents, even in light of the real-life attempted assassinations of Republican Congressmen last week.
These are but three examples of the growing public display of evil that is being touted, even encouraged, by the Left in America today.
But even more alarming to me is the growing onslaught against Christians, and even non-Christians who hold traditional values, by government and individuals
in the governments.
Canada recently enacted a piece of legislation called Bill 89. Its net effect is that the Canadian government will be empowered to remove children from
the homes of parents who do not agree that their small child may be "transgender." As if a small child even know what "gender" means, much less can identify his or her own internal gender fluidity! Folks, this is theater of the absurd -- to the extreme!
Jack Fonseca of Campaign Life Coalition said: "...we've entered an era of totalitarian power by the state, such as never witnessed before in Canada's
history." And trust me, when a state seizes totalitarian power, it rarely benefits the family, the Christian, or anyone who holds moral, traditional values. It's always the fringe lunatics who manage to coerce the state into doing their dirty work!
It has gotten so bad that even the leader of the Liberal Democrats in the United Kingdom had to resign his position. Tim Farron said, "To be a political
leader... and to live as a committed Christian, to hold faithfully to the Bible's teaching, has felt impossible for me."
Liberal Democrat must mean something different in the United Kingdom than it does here! I can't imagine a liberal Democrat resigning his or her position
for any reason whatsoever. In the past, they wouldn't do that even when they've been caught with their hands in the cookie jar! Imagine one doing it because he or she had a crisis of character or conscience! To be fair, though, this could describe a few Republicans,
too.
More subtly, though, is this creeping, sinister idea promoted by the Left that Christians are unfit to serve in high positions of government. The latest
champion of that idea is Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont.
In the past, few people listened to Senator Sanders. He was considered the far left fringe. After having the Democratic nomination for president stolen
from him, though, his words carry much more weight now.
Recently, President Trump nominated Russell Vought to be the deputy director of the White House Office of Management and Budget. Now, that doesn't sound
like a position that is going to exert much influence over the thought-life of Americans.
But Senator Sanders strenuously and publicly objected to Mr. Vought's nomination. In fact, he said that Mr. Vought "is really not someone who this country
is supposed to be about."
Russell Vought's crime? A few years ago, he wrote an article defending the historic Christian beliefs of his alma mater, Wheaton College. Wheaton is a
venerable university founded in 1860 to prepare students for service in Christian ministry. Billy Graham is a Wheaton College graduate!
Senator Sanders read a statement from Mr. Vought's article: "Muslims do not simply have a deficient theology. They do not know God because they have rejected
Jesus Christ, His Son, and they stand condemned."
Sanders called Vought's faith an example of "racism and bigotry." He declared that believing Jesus is the only way to God makes Islam a "second-class
religion." And those who believe other religions are "second class" must not be allowed to hold a high position in government.
Well, I've got a couple of pieces of news for Senator Sanders. First, applying a religious test to a nominee for government office is absolutely forbidden
by the U.S. Constitution (Article VI, Section 3).
Second, everyone who deeply believes the tenets of his or her chosen "religion" will feel that other religions are "second class."
Islam and Christianity are mutually exclusive doctrines. If one is true, the other is not. Both Christians and Muslims believe in the superiority of their
chosen faith. Sanders says if you believe that, you cannot hold high office.
Even atheists prefer their ideas on religious faith to that of others. Atheists see both Christianity and Islam as "second class." Is Senator Sanders
prepared to say that atheists are not allowed to hold high office?
Apparently, Sanders believes that only people who firmly believe nothing are qualified to lead us!
I suppose that is why he feels he should be President.
Jesus warned that the days before His return would be like the days of Noah. (Matthew 24:37) They would be characterized by violence and corruption. (Genesis
6:11)
He also warned that those who name His name would be hated by the world. It's happening in other parts of the world right now, but in America we are not
yet subject to chains and torture. We are, however, beginning to be marginalized and ostracized. Make no mistake, the day will come when our beliefs will be outlawed and if we stand up for them, we will be prosecuted and punished.
Are you ready for that day?
While there is still time, make certain your relationship with God is clean and vibrant. Make sure your family and friends have the opportunity to come
to Christ. And prepare yourself for the day when you must choose between your comfort and speaking aloud the claims of Jesus Christ.
But don't fear that day. For in it, you will find the strength and power of the Living God to be more than sufficient.
And the reward? Beyond description!
a growing problem into the glaring public light: American political rhetoric has reached the boiling point.
Though heated political debate and even unabashed mud-slinging is nothing new to American politics, what we are witnessing now is unprecedented and alarming.
In fact, certain members of the media -- if not clinical professionals -- have coined a new term to describe it: Assassination pornography. That's defined
as "fantasy depictions of assassination."
I'm certain you can guess who they're fantasizing about assassinating!
And some of them are not keeping it a secret! Self-described comedienne Kathy Griffin produced a photograph of herself holding a bloody, severed head
(ISIS-style) that looked amazingly like that of President Donald Trump. Snoop Dog produced a satirical video in which he shoots a clownish Donald Trump figure at pointblank range.
Even the city of New York (President Trump's hometown) got in on the act. The infamous New York Public Theater that stages summertime productions in Central
Park produced a version of "Julius Caesar" that is set in modern times and features a Donald Trump lookalike (complete with the blue suit, white shirt, and long red tie). Of course, he gets assassinated by his peers. And the audience claps joyously.
To their credit, Bank of America and Delta Airlines pulled their sponsorship of the production. But Time Warner, the parent company of CNN, apparently
approves of the message it presents, even in light of the real-life attempted assassinations of Republican Congressmen last week.
These are but three examples of the growing public display of evil that is being touted, even encouraged, by the Left in America today.
But even more alarming to me is the growing onslaught against Christians, and even non-Christians who hold traditional values, by government and individuals
in the governments.
Canada recently enacted a piece of legislation called Bill 89. Its net effect is that the Canadian government will be empowered to remove children from
the homes of parents who do not agree that their small child may be "transgender." As if a small child even know what "gender" means, much less can identify his or her own internal gender fluidity! Folks, this is theater of the absurd -- to the extreme!
Jack Fonseca of Campaign Life Coalition said: "...we've entered an era of totalitarian power by the state, such as never witnessed before in Canada's
history." And trust me, when a state seizes totalitarian power, it rarely benefits the family, the Christian, or anyone who holds moral, traditional values. It's always the fringe lunatics who manage to coerce the state into doing their dirty work!
It has gotten so bad that even the leader of the Liberal Democrats in the United Kingdom had to resign his position. Tim Farron said, "To be a political
leader... and to live as a committed Christian, to hold faithfully to the Bible's teaching, has felt impossible for me."
Liberal Democrat must mean something different in the United Kingdom than it does here! I can't imagine a liberal Democrat resigning his or her position
for any reason whatsoever. In the past, they wouldn't do that even when they've been caught with their hands in the cookie jar! Imagine one doing it because he or she had a crisis of character or conscience! To be fair, though, this could describe a few Republicans,
too.
More subtly, though, is this creeping, sinister idea promoted by the Left that Christians are unfit to serve in high positions of government. The latest
champion of that idea is Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont.
In the past, few people listened to Senator Sanders. He was considered the far left fringe. After having the Democratic nomination for president stolen
from him, though, his words carry much more weight now.
Recently, President Trump nominated Russell Vought to be the deputy director of the White House Office of Management and Budget. Now, that doesn't sound
like a position that is going to exert much influence over the thought-life of Americans.
But Senator Sanders strenuously and publicly objected to Mr. Vought's nomination. In fact, he said that Mr. Vought "is really not someone who this country
is supposed to be about."
Russell Vought's crime? A few years ago, he wrote an article defending the historic Christian beliefs of his alma mater, Wheaton College. Wheaton is a
venerable university founded in 1860 to prepare students for service in Christian ministry. Billy Graham is a Wheaton College graduate!
Senator Sanders read a statement from Mr. Vought's article: "Muslims do not simply have a deficient theology. They do not know God because they have rejected
Jesus Christ, His Son, and they stand condemned."
Sanders called Vought's faith an example of "racism and bigotry." He declared that believing Jesus is the only way to God makes Islam a "second-class
religion." And those who believe other religions are "second class" must not be allowed to hold a high position in government.
Well, I've got a couple of pieces of news for Senator Sanders. First, applying a religious test to a nominee for government office is absolutely forbidden
by the U.S. Constitution (Article VI, Section 3).
Second, everyone who deeply believes the tenets of his or her chosen "religion" will feel that other religions are "second class."
Islam and Christianity are mutually exclusive doctrines. If one is true, the other is not. Both Christians and Muslims believe in the superiority of their
chosen faith. Sanders says if you believe that, you cannot hold high office.
Even atheists prefer their ideas on religious faith to that of others. Atheists see both Christianity and Islam as "second class." Is Senator Sanders
prepared to say that atheists are not allowed to hold high office?
Apparently, Sanders believes that only people who firmly believe nothing are qualified to lead us!
I suppose that is why he feels he should be President.
Jesus warned that the days before His return would be like the days of Noah. (Matthew 24:37) They would be characterized by violence and corruption. (Genesis
6:11)
He also warned that those who name His name would be hated by the world. It's happening in other parts of the world right now, but in America we are not
yet subject to chains and torture. We are, however, beginning to be marginalized and ostracized. Make no mistake, the day will come when our beliefs will be outlawed and if we stand up for them, we will be prosecuted and punished.
Are you ready for that day?
While there is still time, make certain your relationship with God is clean and vibrant. Make sure your family and friends have the opportunity to come
to Christ. And prepare yourself for the day when you must choose between your comfort and speaking aloud the claims of Jesus Christ.
But don't fear that day. For in it, you will find the strength and power of the Living God to be more than sufficient.
And the reward? Beyond description!
June 30th, 2017
On last week's program, I reported about Senator Bernie Sanders' recent contention that anyone who esteems his own religious faith above anyone else's is not fit to hold high office in the United States. In fact, he commented that those types of people are not what America is about. Senator Sanders is either ignorant or arrogant. Neither quality is desirable. What's worse -- and I suspect this would describe Senator Sanders -- is to be arrogantly ignorant.
As I noted last week, Senator Sanders apparently believes that only those who firmly believe nothing are qualified to hold high public office. Perhaps that is why he feels he should have been President.
This is why I decided that it's time for a little refresher course about what makes the United States of America so unique and irreplaceable.
Our nation exists today because her founders recognized their dependence on God and acknowledged it in the foundation and framework of this magnificent house we call the United States of America. We dismiss that recognition at our peril.
The United States of America is the world's only superpower. Its economy is the engine that drives the world. Even in our difficult times, it is still the cornerstone on which the global economy rests.
Twice in one century, the United States saved Europe, and the rest of the world, from the domination of tyrants. Later, America drove the Soviet Empire into the ground and, in so doing, secured freedom for untold millions of citizens and scores of nations.
It is undeniable that, to this day, America remains the last, best hope of the world's oppressed.
Yet the United States of America exists in the shadow of an uncertainty. Have you ever thought about the fact that even our National Anthem acknowledges that it is possible to forfeit or lose the magnificent heritage that is the United States of America? When Francis Scott Key penned the words to The Star Spangled Banner, he ended the first verse (which is the one customarily performed as our nation's official anthem) with a question: "O' say does that star spangled banner yet wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?"
Whether he was being prophetic or simply poetic is not important. His inclusion of that question rightly implies that America's great freedom and promise cannot be taken for granted. It came into existence through the great courage and sacrifice of our forebears. It can fade from existence through the antipathy and apathy of its current and future citizens.
That's why so many of our Founding Fathers found it imperative to insist that the form of government they established can only prosper if the citizenry is predominantly Judeo-Christian. They minced no words when they proclaimed that our democracy can only succeed if it remains founded on the principles of Christianity and respectful of its Judeo-Christian roots.
Yet, today as no time in our history, those very roots and principles are under ferocious attack. It's as if major players in our society have hoisted their axes, determined to chop away at the roots of our democracy until the magnificent tree of American freedom shivers and falls.
That's why there is no time to lose. As Christians and patriots, we must seek God's mercy for our faltering nation. The forces of darkness have succeeded in marshaling their greatest assault yet. And the speed with which recent changes have weakened the basic foundations of our society is nothing compared to what we may see in the coming years. If we are to see our nation saved, we must earnestly call out to God, repent of our sins as a nation, and humble ourselves before Him.
As we languish in the summer doldrums, pray earnestly every day for our beloved nation. Pray that truth will be revealed. Pray that blinders will be removed. Pray that God will exalt Himself through the testimony of His people. And pray that He will watch over and protect this "shining city on a hill" that truly owes its success and glory to His precepts.
America celebrates its independence in a few days. Join me as I pose this most critical question: "Does the Flag Still Wave?"
Don't miss this week's Report on TBN, Daystar, CPM Network, various local stations, www.hallindsey.com or www.hischannel.com. Check your local listings.
I want to wish all of you a "Happy Independence Day!" Remember, amid the fun and festivities take time to reflect on this precious gift that God has given us and our world: The United States of America! And take time to thank God for the men and women who gave their all to buy our freedom and to keep it. May God bless you and your family and may God always bless America!
God Bless,
Hal Lindsey
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