Why?

If things are ok and go on as they have, people seem to live without alarm. Our eyes and hearts are dim and weary from the toil and stress of just getting by. It seems the perfect position for people to be in as this lazy stupor keeps us docile.
In this land of freedom we must be those who ask why. It is a scary proposition, questioning the statuesque of reality. Peoples realities are personal, often based on loved ones or dear friends. There is usually an emotional attachment to it. “That’s how its always been done” is common enough that all are familiar with it.
What about freedom? If we don’t understand why something is done then how can we have a compassion or commitment to it. We must ask why! Like why in a free nation where you see the statue of Liberty, Liberty bell, and Liberty hall, why is it that no one knows its meaning? Somehow in our reality we have pushed it out or forgotten it. The blur between Liberty and freedom has made them seem indistinguishable. Isn’t it ironic that a nation founded on liberty has lost it to time and ignorance? If you don’t know where your foundation is how can you stand on it. It’s no wonder you wander aimlessly while confusion and division reign.
George Washington said “Government is not reason, it is not eloquence, it is force; like fire, a troublesome servant and a fearful master. Never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action.” It is the duty of all common men to restrain it. Only a love for liberty is a just motivation for accomplishing this task.
Liberty is so grand who can fully understand the implications, you give it as an inheritance to your children. If you have it, you must thank those who gave it to you. Not just the soldier and statesmen but the pastor also. Liberty insures peace in the land . It is selfless, rejecting lust and selfishness. If neglected it withers and must be restored with tearful repentance and possibly blood. Liberty is inseparably tied to the Christian faith in that the gospel of Christ is the gospel of liberty. Christ died to set the captives free. Like Moses leaving Egypt to serve God. Living a life of liberty is serving God with all your substance, starting with your own heart. If you don’t know salvation you can never truly live a life of liberty because you are a slave to sin and not free. Liberty is the gift of God , purchased with Christ’s sacrifice. “ Where the spirit of the Lord is there is liberty”. If Christ is in you then you have it. If you have it you must share it. Spread it like sunshine in a summer day. Igniting the land with the beauty of the Lordship of Christ over all things. Your culture will reflect this battle. Liberty is the freedom to control yourself.
You were saved in order to change the world. Helping men to see who rules all things.

B.A.Worel 7/11/08