Thankfully, Jesus Christ’s Kingdom is not of this world, else would his servants fight. Unfortunately, there are those who do not recognise his voice when he says to put down the sword. I hope this brothers pledge of allegiance to the Kingdom of God over the USA would help some others know the truth that makes men free (even from the bonds of ’good natured’ conservative nationalism). Loyalty to anything in this world is a bane that makes men completely unfit for the Kingdom of God. I salute a man of subtance who is willing to be dishonored before mere men - to seek the higher honor of their maker.
It’s encouraging to hear of a soldier, who doesn’t shrink back in cowardice through fear of men, being mindful of the greater warfare. Some will try to pacify conscience by pointing to the Old Testament mandates that the Almighty gave to Israel to plunder and decimate entire nations. Granted that were the case, yet we see that in the fullness of time - when Jesus Christ came, He pointed out plainly that the law and the prophets were until John - then the Kingdom of God is preached (Matthew 11:13; Luke 16:16). John the Baptist answered the soldiers inquiry as to what his posture ought to be - "Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely..." (Luke 3:14)
I hope this brother’s life and story would resonate with conviction that inspires other men (who would otherwise carry on ignoring the pangs of conscience) to take Jesus’ instruction seriously - or at least not pretend to call Him Lord, Lord and not do the things He says...
Applauding this brother’s stride, may the Almighty grant Him the grace necessary to finish His course with joy!
Thankfully, Jesus Christ’s Kingdom is not of this world, else would his servants fight. Unfortunately, there are those who do not recognise his voice when he says to put down the sword. I hope this brothers pledge of allegiance to the Kingdom of God over the USA would help some others know the truth that makes men free (even from the bonds of ’good natured’ conservative nationalism). Loyalty to anything in this world is a bane that makes men completely unfit for the Kingdom of God. I salute a man of subtance who is willing to be dishonored before mere men - to seek the higher honor of their maker.
It’s encouraging to hear of a soldier, who doesn’t shrink back in cowardice through fear of men, being mindful of the greater warfare. Some will try to pacify conscience by pointing to the Old Testament mandates that the Almighty gave to Israel to plunder and decimate entire nations. Granted that were the case, yet we see that in the fullness of time - when Jesus Christ came, He pointed out plainly that the law and the prophets were until John - then the Kingdom of God is preached (Matthew 11:13; Luke 16:16). John the Baptist answered the soldiers inquiry as to what his posture ought to be - "Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely..." (Luke 3:14)
I hope this brother’s life and story would resonate with conviction that inspires other men (who would otherwise carry on ignoring the pangs of conscience) to take Jesus’ instruction seriously - or at least not pretend to call Him Lord, Lord and not do the things He says...
Applauding this brother’s stride, may the Almighty grant Him the grace necessary to finish His course with joy!
Unwilling to shoot at Jesus Christ,
ach Steven