Piety, Religion, Morality (Pt. 2)

So, what/who  is that "something" or "someone" that is the perfect guide?  It is the Word of God.  It is God Himself.  Only He is perfect.  His Word is perfect.  The Word of God is God.  (see John 1:1)  If you want perfection in your life, find God.  If government wants perfection in it, then let it be guided by God.  The United States government never has been , nor ever will be, a theocracy.  This does not mean that it has not been, or may continue to be, guided by God.  There is much more, pertinent to this.  However, I will finish my words with the following  quote:

"It is impossible to govern a nation without the Bible."       George Washington

Piety, Religion , Morality (Pt. 1)

"The happiness of a people, and the good order and preservation of civil government, 
essentially depend on piety, religion, and morality."           
Fisher Ames       (American statesman)

Yes, things have changed.  But some things will never change.  I am fully aware
that there are no perfect people, governments or nations.  But all of the
aforementioned are wise to seek perfect counsel, and perfect counsel only
comes from God.  Several weeks ago, 10 immigrants were interviewed by
the local newspaper.  Basically, all of them said the same things when asked
why they left the country of their origin.  However, 4 of them, all from the
same country, stated that they left their country because the government was
so corrupt.  So, is the government of the United States corrupt?  No.  Is there
corruption in it?  Yes.  Why?  What do I mean?  There is a difference between
a corrupt government and a government that has corruption in it.  The
government is run by human beings.  That is the problem.  It is quite simple to
me.   Since human leaders are imperfect, they need to be guided by
something/someone that is perfect.    (RD)

High School Football "Fever"

On August 26, high school football season starts.  It marks the first day of a 10 game season.  I am looking forward to see the Sweetwater High School football team play their best.  I look forward to a great season, and much, much fun.  I will be at every one of their games.......that is the plan.   There is no need to utter platitudes.  All that is necessary for them to succeed is to prepare and play their very best. May the good Lord bless the players, coaches and all connected to Sweetwater football.
Go Red Devils!

"He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother"

Father Flanagan was in charge of an orphanage named "Boys Town" in Nebraska.  There is a famous drawing that we usually see around Christmas time.  Originally, in 1921, there was a young boy at Boys Town who had difficulty walking due to leg braces.  Other boys would take turns giving him a ride on their backs.  There is actually a well-known photograph of this young boy, together with another one of the boys giving him a ride

Potential

Every athlete dreams of having his or her "best game."  I believe every athlete that achieves a superb performance generally thinks: "I could have done better."  Yes, I think we can all agree that eventually an athlete  arrives at the conclusion that he or she will not improve a time or score more points or runs.  However I believe that a real athlete can be happy and grateful for certain accomplishments.  Nevertheless, most athletes, at the end of the road think: "I could have done better." Or, "I could have worked harder."  That is just the nature of an athlete.  Satisfaction guaranteed?  Maybe.  But probably not.

"Honor Killing" Is Just Wrong

Recently, I read about a man who strangled his sister while she slept.  It happened in Pakistan.  Why did he do that?  He felt that she "dishonored" the family.  His sister had 40,000 followers on Twitter and 700,000 on Facebook.  Her postings were a symbol of female empowerment.  A video of her dancing to a popular rap song was viewed by many.  Her brother was embarrassed by her actions so he murdered her.  We must never handle our problems by murdering people.  It shows a lack of moral responsibility.  It is a lack of moral parameters.  It demonstrates a lack of education and reason.

The Health Of Our Society

Lately, We have been hearing a great deal about American Society being "sick."  Many changes have taken place.  More are on their way.  I tend to be a pragmatist.  If something works, if something works well, why change it?  I am not pleased with some of the things that are going on.  Believe me, I am a firm believer in freedom.  But like I have said before: "freedom is a tough customer."  However, we desire its business.  I am convinced beyond a shadow of a doubt, that the United States is a great country because it has been influenced by the Word of God.  There is much more to say about that subject.  It is my plan.
On September 14, 1958, the 33rd President of the United States, Harry Truman, made this statement as a part of  the recognition of Jewish High Holy Days.  Harry Truman was a Baptist, therefore, he had a respect for the Word of God.
"The health of our society depends upon a deep and abiding respect for the basic commandments of the God of Israel."  The "God of Israel" is the God of all people.  Why?  Because there is only one God, and His Word is for all people.