If you are an American, today is a day that only comes once every four years: Inauguration Day. For those that may not know what this means, Inauguration Day marks the day that the outgoing president transfers power to a new president or when the recently reelected president begins their second term.
Over the past few months, I have continued to speak against Trump, and when he instigated an insurrection against our country, I knew I couldn't lie for the Good that he had done for my retirement and stocks, because it was no longer good. In fact, the very thing that many people are scared of, has become (regardless if they want to admit it or not) reality.
However, what is really disheartening is that our country is currently split up because there are so many people that believe our current President will continue his presidency. Most of the reason is because of the lies they are continuing to be fed and believe. Even Joseph Goebbels, the 3rd Reich's Minister of Propaganda said "If the lie is big enough and you keep repeating it, people will eventually believe it." He also stated “Propaganda works best when those who are being manipulated are confident they are acting on their own free will.”
But what does the Bible say about our government?
Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Romans 13:1
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. 1 Timothy 2:1-2
Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. 1 Peter 2:13-14
They said, “Caesar's.” Then he said to them, “Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.” Matthew 22:21
Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. Titus 3:1-2
Think about that, we are told to be subject to governing authorities, we are told to pray for our leaders, we are told that for the Lord's sake to be subject to government and even Jesus told the people to render to Caesar what belonged to Caesar.
No where did God tell us to listen to lies, no where does God tell us to rise against our government. Even when the Centurion came to arrest Jesus, John 18 tells us that He commanded Peter to put away his sword; then asked "shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?" (verse 11).
The idea that the democrats are going to usher in socialism/communism is utterly ridiculous. Why? Because the US is such a diverse country, and that is our strength, even Max Beer, an Australian Socialist wrote,
Even when the time is ripe for a Socialist movement, it can only produce one when the working people form a certain cultural unity, that is, when they have a common language, a common history, a common mode of life. This is the case in Europe, but not in the United States. Its factories, mines, farms, and the organizations based on them are composite bodies, containing the most heterogeneous elements, and lacking stability and the sentiment of solidarity.
So later today, I will join in with Pastor Robert Jeffress in saying
When Joe Biden becomes president, we should commend him for the things he does right. We should condemn the things he does wrong. And above all, we must pray fervently for our president. If President Biden succeeds, we all succeed. May God bless Joe Biden, and may God bless the United States of America.
Verses taken from the ESV Bible; Quotes are in block text and linked...
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