A Lawless Government

 Have you ever asked yourself the questions: Why are we in Ukraine? Why do we support killing Christians in Syria, Gaza, Lybia, or any other country we are at war with? Why do we, as a nation, support the killing of innocent women and children? How do I, as an American, benefit from the wars we support? Why is the border of Israel and Ukraine more critical than our Southern border?

I ask these thought-provoking and insightful questions about our country's involvement in global conflicts. It's normal to wonder about the reasons behind our actions and how they align with our national values. In addition, it's crucial to consider the impact of our actions on innocent civilians and whether our participation is genuinely beneficial. Although answering these complex questions can be difficult, being an informed and engaged citizen is indispensable.

Over the last decade, there has been a growing concern about elected leaders in our country disregarding the rule of law. Despite their oath to defend the Constitution against foreign and domestic enemies, many of these officials still need to fulfill their duty and have regularly violated their oath of office. This is a concerning issue that needs to be addressed to ensure that our country remains a fair and just society for all citizens.

As citizens of a country founded upon the principles of justice and the rule of law, seeing our government repeatedly violate these principles is deeply concerning. For far too long, our national security government has operated in secrecy, conducting secret wars, creating secret laws, and using secret courts and evidence. The government has even gone so far as to establish secret prisons and engage in unlawful surveillance of attorney-client communications, all while operating outside the boundaries of the law. The lack of transparency and accountability has eroded our trust in the government, leading to media exposés that often go unnoticed.

Moreover, the government has too often disregarded probable cause and dismantled habeas corpus and other crucial aspects of due process. The U.S. courts have not always helped, as they have been quick to dismiss lawsuits on the basis of 'lack of standing' or declare disputes' political,' leaving citizens with no recourse. As a nation, we must assert our rights and demand accountability and transparency from our government. It is our duty to hold our leaders accountable when they breach the trust we have placed in them. Only then can we truly restore the rule of law and ensure that justice is served for all.

Time To Stop Killing Christians

 I am aware that this post may not receive support from some Christians. Since 2011, I have been speaking out against our involvement in Syria and the persecution of Christians. It bothers me that some Christians seem to have no issue with supporting the killing of fellow Christians in Syria and Gaza. It's as if the United States and Israel can do no wrong. If the conflict in Syria and Gaza continues, there may be no Christians left in those areas. My fear is that those who are killing Christians in these areas will have no issue with targeting Christians in America as well.

The conflict in Syria has hit Christian communities hard, and it's time to acknowledge the severity of the situation. 

Since 2011 the US government has done nothing to help the plight of Christians in Syria. In fact our government has supported the very rebel who are trying to overthrow  the government. These rebels have killed Christians on a daily basis with the support of the American government.

The Index of Persecution of Christians in Countries Worldwide shows that the number of Christians in Syria has drastically reduced from 2.2 million in 2011 to under 400,000 in 2024. Christian leaders and communities in areas where Islamic militants are active face severe challenges and are particularly vulnerable to attacks and kidnappings. In government-controlled areas, authorities are cracking down on those who are seen as a threat to social stability, including converts from Islam to Christianity. It's unacceptable that Christians in Syria are often caught in the crossfire, and those who choose to leave Islam for Christianity are under immense pressure from their families, especially in Sunni regions.

We need to take action and pray fervently for Syrian Christians. Let's ask God to help them remain salt and light in their communities, even in the face of severe hardships and persecution. We also need to pray for believers from Muslim backgrounds, who face opposition and persecution for choosing to follow Jesus. Let's ask the Holy Spirit to empower them and give them strength and courage to stand firm in their faith. It's time to seek the Holy Spirit's intervention and pray for relief and refreshment for Syrian Christians who have endured so much over the last decade.

Extremist groups increasingly target Christians in Syria along with other minorities, and it's time to speak out against such atrocities. The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) recently announced it would force Syrian Christians to convert to Islam, remain Christian and pay a tax, or face death. Such actions are unacceptable, and we cannot stand idly by. Let's pray that God will intervene and bring an end to such persecution. Christians who pay the tax also face a ban on renovating and rebuilding churches and monasteries, many of which require urgent repair after being bombed and shelled in the fighting. Moreover, there are restrictions on the public display of crosses, Christian symbols, and the ringing of bells. It's time to demand that Christian rights are respected, and the practice of the Christian faith is allowed without restrictions.