[TorryJens]

I am an American. Please do not confuse me with my leadership. We are all as confused as anyone over our situation. It is only now becoming clear to the average American that we have been misled by those who should have held the public trust. The public trust was something that we took for granted. No more. The trouble is, too many have it too good. Eyes and ears have been blinded across the world in general before 911. After 911, an awakening is beginning. I consider the events in the world since 1948 as a reflection in a mirror of history. Israel is the light unto the nations. As Israel goes, so goes the world. We can each point fingers in many places, but there is only one finger that can be pointed in the correct place if we are honest. Israel must lead the world. Apart from the proper example, the mirror only sees itself.

Think about it. When you look into a mirror, what are you seeing? You see yourself. Israel is the light and the world is the mirror. Israel is the light that casts the shadows or dispels the darkness. Look all you want, but Israel is where it starts and ends. Images are only as good as the cleanliness of the reflective surface and the intensity of the light. I say Israel is dimly lit right now. This is not a jab at Israel. It's merely the truth.

Why do I say this?

Simple. Hate cannot dispel hate. Only love can dispel hate. We either light the fire we burn by or we are the light on the path for others. In many ways, Israel shines like the sun. Technological advancements, medicine, culture and the list goes on. Where can I find a smudge on the lens? How are you treating your neighbors? It can be said that Israel gives aid. Is it possible that God has placed a people group in your midst as a test? Evicting a family from a home is casting the first stone. Building a family a home is love. I will not list all the ways we need to love others, and I am sure many examples exist as to love that is not valued from the other side. Again, hate cannot dispel hate. I can only point out that this is true. Only love covers sin.

Love is the answer. The world cannot throw a stone when you throw basic needs back at the enemy. God was very clear on this matter. Not by might and not by strength, but by my Spirit. What is spirit? Consciousness. What spirit do we posses? How do we take the name of the Lord in vain? By saying we are of the Lord, but not possessing the character to prove it. American leadership fails us. Israelite leadership fails us. The people need not fail.

Good post. May I ask, Ron Paul voter?