It seems that there are two sides on this health care thing, and each side wants to "Take Back America" from the other side. Honestly, I think that some of the people who advocate violence against people who voted in favor of what has been done in the name of the poor and underprivileged and are asking for violence, are probably mistaken in who they think they are following.
Does Jesus preach hate? No! Who does? Who are you really following? Matthew 5:43
Did Jesus hate the poor, and tell us to reject them? NO! Luke 4:18-19 Who are you really following?
Did Jesus tell us to reject paying taxes? NO! Matthew 17:24-27 and Matthew 22:15-22, Mark 12:13-17 and Luke 20:20-26. Plus Paul (I have lots of problems with Paul, but lots of people put the same faith in Paul as they do in Jesus, so here goes) said in Romans 13:1 "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been *established by God*." and in Romans 13:2 he says "Consequently, he who rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves." and then in Romans 13:5-7 goes on to say "Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also because of conscience. This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God's servants, who give their full time to governing. Give everyone what you owe him: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.
Looks like the Book has something to say about this. I just wonder who some of these people are following. From Biblical reference, they CAN'T be following Jesus or God Almighty, so who does that leave...?
Check out II Corinthians 11:13
Who quoted the Psalm to Jesus in Luke 4? You need to look around, for it looks like this being knows Scripture, and can twist them to his ways. People too.
I think I will pray for these people. The lawfully governed United States, long may she live, does not need my prayers. Looks like from reading Scripture, God is on her side.
