Phyllis Beveridge Nissila
The Sore–Winners?
Wait, what?
They’re not satisfied?
But isn’t theirs the political party now in complete control of all branches of the government in the United States yet they’re still rioting–not to mention that recently, due to an unusual winter storm in Seattle, they even piled up snow in front of police stations in order to block police vehicles responding to emergencies?
I mean, as of yet, America has heard almost no appreciation from them for their recent electoral victory, as in, “Thank you, voters!” or “Okay, we have achieved our objective! Now we can get back to normal.”
As of yet, there has been virtually no national celebration for an election won–only more agitation, not only in deed but also in word. Indeed, here are a couple of perspectives that seem to be prominent:
Kamala Harris about riots: “They’re not gonna stop. And they should not.” (lawenforcementtoday.com) (Which reminds me of Maya Angelou’s advice and warning: “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.”)
For Portland Rioters, Biden Isn’t Enough. They Want ‘Death To America’ (thetgivfederalist.com)
So, why must they continue to destroy?
Well, there is the old maxim, “Misery loves company.”
Or perhaps with the fast and furious efforts going on in the mainstream media to get rid of opposing viewpoints, the rioters simply don’t have all the information with which to make the most well-informed decisions so they can at least calm down and enjoy the victory–or change their minds and opt for a more peaceful, reasonable path forward.
Or there might be another reason, a bigger agenda, that may have to do with the rally cries around one of the newer ideological spins that is daily adding fuel to the literal and figurative riots on the streets, in halls of power, classrooms, minds, and emotions: the “equity versus equality” debate (see below for the explanation). Continue reading →
Strength in the Day of Antichrist, Part 1: “Strength in Weakness” (Guest Feature)
Phyllis Beveridge Nissila
My friend and I were discussing how to proceed as followers of Jesus Christ in this day and age that, even in the so-called “free West,” reveals more and more anti-Christian sentiment.
Our focus was how to be strong in an increasingly menacing world for believers who refuse to bow to the spirit of Antichrist in today’s particular manifestations.
The Spirit of Antichrist? Today?
But isn’t the Antichrist yet to arrive on the scene, in or about chapter 13 in the book of Revelation?
Actually, he’s already here, that is to say his spirit is already here, motivating and deluding people. As Gospel writer John put it: Continue reading →