"Men chained together are brothers." (Roots)
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines family as “a group of people united by certain convictions”. A majority of us take pride in putting our hand to our hearts and proclaiming our loyalty to the UNITED States of America. We accept the shared responsibility of fighting to maintain the integrity of this nation, fully convinced our republic is worth protecting. That would make us family, inextricably linked as brothers in arms. No one in her right mind would stand by watching loved ones starve, be molested, wallow in ignorance, be unjustly hated, wither in the midst of plenty, be slaughtered one by one… The list of horrific crimes against humanity is obscenely long but you get the point.
Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness. (1 John 2:9 NIV)
A true patriot would not condemn America to darkness. The first step is to seek The Lord by reading his Word. Emulate his tender compassion for all of humankind. See our extended family, with new eyes, to your left and your right. May the glorious revolution arising out of this radical change of attitude be televised.
Study this Book of Instruction (The Bible) continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. (Joshua 1:8)
Prosperity is:
1) Every American remaining positive and unafraid through good and bad times. No value can be put on this type of joy.
2) America managing its finances so that every citizen has safe housing, superior healthcare, an excellent education, access to employment, adequate care when she is elderly, etc.
3) The desire and ability to protect your emotional and physical health.
4) Defining success by your willingness to use your talents to help other people. This purpose, no matter what it is, should be chosen wisely.
5) Being surrounded by loved ones, be it family or friends. It is about knowing you do not have to travel the path alone.
6) Seeking fellowship with God. You spend time with Him, seeking his counsel, because he is a trusted friend.
7) A mind open to receiving wisdom. Anyone can be the vessel through which God speaks.
Americans heed the call to study and meditate on the Word of God at all times. Make America a truly strong and prosperous nation.
