America is being turned upside down. As it is going, the country will soon be unrecognizable, with personal freedoms limited if not erased and our Christian heritage and principles obliterated. Despite the Leftists proclamations that they are the defenders of democracy, what they are promoting will eliminate democracy, for it destroys its foundation.

No one denies that America has been good for the majority of its citizens, but the Left declares that some have been held down or marginalized by design; therefore, radical change must be brought about for the benefit of those who have been marginalized. It may be wise to ask just who are these for whom the Left would undo America? Maybe we ought to take a look! If we are going to allow the destruction of the nation, I for one would like to know who is supposed to benefit from its destruction, and why destroying my country is the only way to accomplish that mission.

First, let us consider what they mean by “marginalized.” The Left uses the term to engender sympathy and compassion, as though society, or more specifically, traditional Americanism and Capitalism have “conspired” maliciously against them to keep them from enjoying what the majority experiences. The word implies that they are on the edge of society, and not participating in the general activities others enjoy. Though the percentage of Americans who might be termed as “marginalized” is small, they probably number in the millions, and cannot be easily categorized. They are marginalized, obviously, because they cannot or will not participate in society’s “mainstream.” The important question is why? And each one will have his or her own story as to why they do not fit into what one might generally term as “normal.”

Whoever they are, and whatever the reason for their marginalization, we must understand that the Left is using them to bludgeon the rest of society into making radical changes to the country. The issue is not whether one ought to have some sympathy for those who are “marginalized,” for they may well warrant sympathy. The question is what is to be done for them, and maybe more germane, is their situation amenable to outside intervention? Can anything substantive be done to improve their situation? And, at what cost? It should be noted that there have always been, and always will be some people who don’t fit into the majority culture. No society in history has had one hundred percent positive participation of its citizens. The federal government has spent trillions of dollars over the last six decades attempting to correct many of the social issues supposedly responsible for these people’s predicament to no avail. A wise person will look askance at anyone’s suggestion that they now have solutions that will truly fix these societal problems.

When you consider that these people represent an untold number of different problems: a variety of mental illness issues, drug use, broken homes, alcohol, physical and sexual abuse, criminal behavior, and so on, you will understand that trying to solve them is a staggering proposition, and explains why all attempts to date have been largely futile.

To suggest that socialism and communism will so certainly correct America’s inequities as to justify destroying America displays woeful ignorance! Do your homework and see what Communist countries always do with such people. It will bring no comfort to your heart!

Destroying America’s historical cultural norms to make nonconformists comfortable is like allowing anyone who claims to be a doctor practice medicine. These cultural norms did not come into existence arbitrarily, they were rooted in ancient truths, such as the Bible, and practical experience. It has been wisely stated that one should never take down a fence until he knows why it was erected in the first place.

Many years ago, driving with my parents and siblings to a picnic in the Colorado Rockies outside of Denver, a motorcyclist rocketed past us heading for who knows where. He disappeared around a bend, and we thought no more about him. Later, as we ascended toward Denver, we approached the area where that man had passed us to find an ambulance and police securing the site where he had apparently lost control and had flown off the road onto the rocks below. He was not satisfied to live by the “norms” of society and paid with his life!

There is now a concerted effort on the part of the Left to create a cynical sympathy for those who resist or reject biblical, cultural, and societal norms, as if they are being victimized by those norms. Wisdom would say that such standards are designed as guard rails to keep people safe, even alive! As young Americans die by the hundreds of thousands annually due to drug overdoses, suicide, and violence, and millions of others suffer the agony or lingering deaths from STDs, drugs, and the depression resulting from promiscuous sex, the Left makes no effort to hinder the foolish behavior behind it all, but rather encourages it! And worse, they label those who issue warnings against the foolishness as “haters!”

The vicious wolves, ironically regaled as the caring ones, sit in the seats of academia, hold the levers of power in state capitals and in D.C., and flaunt their poison from their perches of Hollywood popularity, and seem to relish the destruction their philosophy promotes.

But make no mistake: they must be judged not by their claims of compassion, but by the fruits of their wicked deeds!

On paper, the United States is a democratic republic. But one could argue that we have become a tyranny of thugs where people are afraid to speak their minds, and media giants shut down voices with which they disagree. In a republic the majority rules while the minority has significant protections. Amazingly, it is now an angry, vocal minority that rules. The majority is, by law, supposed to get its way, but many significant changes are being made in America against the will of the majority, the Constitution, and the laws of the land. We live in perilous times.

Democracies, and especially democratic republics, are by nature slow to change; so, the speed by which changes are now being made in America is evidence that we are not operating as a republic. Violent Leftists are demanding immediate changes and spineless leaders are acquiescing. Radicals flank the Constitution, laws, and majority rule, and institute tyranny behind a façade of doing good for the “oppressed.” While it may be unfortunate that good changes take time, often a long time in a republic, so also do bad changes; therefore, the trade-off is in the protection republics provide against rapid changes which may lead to seriously bad, and sometimes irreparable outcomes. Wise people understand this.

The radical Left has been calling for “fundamental change” to America for a long time. They demand an end to capitalism and the instituting of socialism in its place. They loath the super-rich to the point that some of them have called for the deaths of the economic elite! (This, in spite of the fact that these same super rich fund their programs!) They complain that the few, the “One-Percent” run the country for their own benefit, inferring that such a small minority should not have such power.

But the Leftists who are now calling for radical change make up no more than one percent of the population as well! Apparently, they are not so concerned about the number of people in power, only that it is not themselves! It should be noted that the super wealthy can at least boast that they have produced billions in revenue and millions of jobs. The Left can only boast of having taken wealth others have created to spend as they wished!

The promises tyrants make often sound fine, and sometimes are, in themselves good. But, giving thugs the ability to institute change is to make a deal with the devil. History is filled with despots exploiting fears and problems to gain control over nations. Rome lost its republic to tyranny partially under the pretense of putting down slave revolts. (Note to Senator Kane: The USA did not create slavery). Hitler gained his power under the guise of liberating Germans from the oppressive restrictions placed on them by WW I victors. And so go the histories of China, Cuba, Russia, and a myriad other socialist countries. But make no mistake: no good person is ever a tyrant, period. Anyone willing to use force or brutality to achieve his personal aims must never be allowed a position of power in America.

Fifty years ago, I became aware of the Marxist’s goal to overthrow America. I wondered how free people would ever exchange the blessings that America provides for the bondage of a tyrant. It seemed an impossible mission, yet, in front of our eyes we are witnessing just such a scenario.

How have the Leftists been so successful? The answer is too complicated to address in detail here, but several key facts should be understood by all Americans. I would suggest that even as America was founded with a strong religious and spiritual flavor, much of its internal conflicts today originate in failing to maintain those spiritual convictions.

First: God superintends in human affairs, and either establishes or disestablishes governments according to His infinite wisdom. Whether the United States will survive intact for another century is dependent upon His sovereign will; but if we desire to continue, we must turn to Him in humility, repentance, and trust.

Second: While the Left is exploiting numerous social issues to divide the Nation, racism is probably the most significant one. They are doing so indirectly by playing on Americans’ guilt. That many Americans appear to have a guilt problem is hardly in doubt. However, I would suggest that its source is not rooted in slavery or Jim Crow. American’s “guilt complex,” if I may so call it, will find its explanation through an understanding of Scriptures rather than Leftist propaganda. America must return to its Founders’ perspectives, one point of which was mankind’s sinfulness, a concept nearly lost on Americans today.

Due to our sin, we all have a sense of guilt. This guilt can only be expiated by Christ but is being exploited by wicked people who, instead of pointing the guilty ones to Christ, attach it to the color of their skin. Multitudes across the nation have been misled into believing that their guilt is due to racism or an “unconscious bias” against minorities, and they are being led to believe they must make atonement through contrition and bowing before the idols of “Wokeism” or CRT.

But no matter how much a person bends the knee before the altars of BLM or any other man-made cause, the guilt will remain. Christ alone, by His work on the cross, can eliminate this guilt for all who trust in Him.

Third: While institutional racism is no longer tolerated in America, there are and will always be some individuals who are prejudiced against others, which, unfortunately, feeds the Leftists’ narrative that the country is racist. The headlines that the rare but real racist acts receive adds fuel to the fire, amplifies the demands for change, and gives more power to those who exploit the racism that does remain for their own personal objectives and power. It is illuminating that while some racist acts have occurred in recent years, they must be rare, or the propogandists would not feel compelled to create fake events.

Fourth: America faces a tremendous character shortage among our leadership class. Courage was once an essential virtue and was a prerequisite for leadership in a great republic like America. It is now seriously lacking. And worse, would-be tyrants among our leaders are seeking ways to insinuate themselves into positions of even greater power. Such are manifesting themselves before our very eyes!

There was a time when no one with character would allow “liar” or “coward” to be attached to their name. Today, such flaws have become a hallmark of leadership! Therefore, at a time when the nation desperately needs leaders of integrity, strength, and courage, few can be found. Do our leaders expect to be killed if they stand against the Leftist tyrants? Not likely, but they apparently fear something else even more than death: to be called names such as “bigot” or “hater!”  Oh my! Thus, while real American heroes, like those in the military and police, are willing to die for the nation they love, our political leaders capitulate at the mere threat of being called names! What a sorry lot they are!  Most Americans expect leaders to stand for what is good and right. Apparently, we expect too much!

So, what is to be done? Ultimately, substantial change will come only by God’s grace. People of good will can be reasoned with, and some change may happen. But the many who benefit from the present conflict will not only not help, they will actively resist. Thus, it is an up-hill battle.

That being said, however, the consequences of doing nothing are unacceptable. And, God demands faithfulness to His will, not necessarily success in it.

Therefore:

1.) Pray, repent as appropriate, and obey God’s word.

2.) Expose and resist evil as you are able. Be courageous!

3.) Turn a deaf ear to all who would, through name calling or even violence, force your submission. Yield not an inch to terrorists!

4.) Listen carefully and thoughtfully to all who ask your attention to their pain. Do what you can within the parameters of God’s word to relieve the suffering of others.

5.) Demand the same of your leaders and pray for them. They, too, must turn deaf ears to thugs and terrorists, but hear and respond to all who appear to have a legitimate grievance.  When leaders bow before the violent there is no end to their demands, and all will fall under their heels.