Sinking Sands outside the Kingdom

My hope is not and  never will be in a political machine.  I thank God, that my hope and future is in Jesus Christ- not the republican or democrat parties.

Since the election, I've heard, read and seen many disappointing comments towards "other" people.  To be honest-at times I've been ashamed at "Christian" responses toward Mr. Obama, and the election.

Sure, I don't agree with many of Mr. Obama's stances, but on the other hand-I can't say that I agree with the alternative on all of his as well.  My point is beyond this; my spirit has really been burdened by the sharp, unloving, and relentless attacks on the "others."  

Kingdom followers- we must live and love as pursuers of Jesus Christ.  Jesus lived under and near the one of the greatest political influences of all time.  How did He live and love the world He walked in?

On Christ the Solid Rock I will stand, all other ground is sinking sand......

www.neueministry.com/2008/11/a-reply-to-dobsons-letter/

A word on Fear, by Don Miller

Don Miller is an author that I respect quite a bit.  Recently on his blog, he posted some thoughts on 'fear', and how he is trying to live beyond the grips of fear.  Here are some of his thoughts:

"But none of my heroes are controlled by fear.  The commandment most often repeated in scripture, in fact, is "do not fear."  Fear is often something unrighteous trying to keep you from doing something good."

-Don Miller