Friday, January 3, 2020

Today's Haiku




  The winds of war blow

I will fan the flames of love

Glowing with God’s love


Growing Together



The winds of war are blowing. The United States took military action against Iran last night.

President Donald J. Trump stated Iranian General Qasem Soleimani was plotting harm against US service members and diplomats. He also stated Soleimani facilitated terror attacks against other nations.






A lot of people are saying what happened last night will contribute to war. I will not speak on politics.

Today is the third of the month, so I have been reading Proverbs 3. Proverbs 3:29 says, “Do not plot harm against your neighbor, who lives trustfully near you.” (New International Version)

Our human nature wants us to hurt people when they hurt us. But someone has to say, “No. I choose not to hit back. I choose not to perpetuate violence. I choose not to add to another person’s pain.”

News reports say Iran has vowed to retaliate. More American troops from Fort Bragg are being sent to the Middle East. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray that God keeps all troops safe from all harm and danger.

Will you join me today?

Will you choose not to retaliate?

Will you choose not to add to another person’s pain and suffering?

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