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[Bob Estey]

The Bible teaches us that Satan rules this world (1 John 5:19) and is the father of lies (John 8:44). Even so, you’d think people could figure out that sex change operations on children are wrong; as are boys, who claim they want to be girls, showering with girls at school; and pornography in school libraries; and men competing in women’s sports; and unlimited abortions.

 

[Rita]

The Bible teaches us that Satan rules this world (1 John 5:19) and is the father of lies (John 8:44). Even so, you’d think people could figure out that sex change operations on children are wrong; as are boys, who claim they want to be girls, showering with girls at school; and pornography in school libraries; and men competing in women’s sports; and unlimited abortions.

A large chunk of society doesn’t believe in satan, and doesn’t read the Bible. Isn‘t true awareness of satan and the spiritual battle part of revelation that comes from having your spiritual eyes open.

 

[MatthewG]

A lot of what you hear in the world is just propaganda anyway. I don't trust half of anything that I see on the internet, @Bob Estey. And though you may differ with me, people are their own adversaries. Just look at Adam when he blamed God for giving him his wife and then blamed his wife. I use YouTube, maybe you do or do not, but a lot of things on there also are just spouting things for ratings and views for money. Ya gotta do something to get money, therefore amplifying things that may or may not be true is proliferated 100-fold. Now I do watch YouTube, sometimes it's for documentaries of people getting caught for trying to meet up with children sort of like back when "Catch A Predator with Chris Hansen" was on TV. I also watch crime documentaries of people being investigated for murders, etc... Those are things that are tangible for me to understand no human being is perfect by any means. I don't believe the devil is applicable today, except for us being our own adversaries, tending to love the darkness more than the light. In other words, the desires of our flesh just as Jesus said are still true to this day.



There are so many people today, that blame the devil for all these things, and take no responsibility for themselves. But hey don't take it from me, I am just some crazy guy, who doesn't believe that the devil is prowling around seeking those he can devour anymore, because of the Victory of Christ, but darkness is still prevalent in the heart. As Jesus also stated, "People loved darkness more than the light."

 

[Pearl]

I was thinking this morning about the beauty of the earth; how there is so much good in it, in people. People who even though they are not believers go the extra mile to help those around them, people who are so generous with their time and finances. People who love and care even for strangers. It's a wonderful world.

But this thread is about the opposite of that and there is just too much of it, in all it's evil guises.

 

[Bob Estey]

I was thinking this morning about the beauty of the earth; how there is so much good in it, in people. People who even though they are not believers go the extra mile to help those around them, people who are so generous with their time and finances. People who love and care even for strangers. It's a wonderful world.

But this thread is about the opposite of that and there is just too much of it, in all it's evil guises.

Meanwhile, children are being given sex change operations, pornography remains in school libraries (material so obscene you can't read it at our Washoe County school board meetings, but the school board won't remove it), uncounted abortions, and men competing in women's sports. Does the Lord want us to ignore these things?

 

[Bob Estey]

I was thinking this morning about the beauty of the earth; how there is so much good in it, in people. People who even though they are not believers go the extra mile to help those around them, people who are so generous with their time and finances. People who love and care even for strangers. It's a wonderful world.

But this thread is about the opposite of that and there is just too much of it, in all it's evil guises.

Does the Lord want us to ignore the evil in the world or does he want us to do something about it?

 

[Pearl]

Does the Lord want us to ignore the evil in the world or does he want us to do something about it?

We live in God's beautiful creation. But as I said previously there is so much evil in the world. But of course we must do something about it as God leads us. But also we must not let our thoughts about such things spoil the peace we have in Christ Jesus. Not all of us will be called to work in the specific areas you mentioned but we can all pray. We are in a spiritual battle and must continually put on the armour of God.

 

[MatthewG]

Hello @Pearl,

The world is beautiful sometimes I like to think there is more good than bad. I’m thankful that even in a world filled with problems that God has reconciled the world back into himself. Allowing people to choose what they want to do. I’m thankful for the world we get to love and it’s good to pray often for people you meet and maybe don’t even know there name prayer is our direct connection to our Father and I believe he still hears them. Hope you continue to see the good and the bad equally all while seeking to remain in Christ which lives in you and continues to give strength in your weakness.

 

[MatthewG]

you’d think people could figure out that sex change operations on children are wrong; as are boys, who claim they want to be girls, showering with girls at school; and pornography in school libraries; and men competing in women’s sports; and unlimited abortions.

None of these problems bother me. People get caught eventually for their crimes. Doesn’t matter how long could be 12 years down the road. I just know in my mind I have no reason to desire to harm children. I watch predatory people get caught like I said before, I believe people should report crimes to their police officers. Im thankful for police.

Here is a principle beating up a student though it doesn’t show it as it’s blurred out. It shows the entire investigation being played out from start to finish, on police bodycam.

I feel sorry for people who have to suffer abuse like this and these types of crimes should be submitted to the local police and made a report about. Both of these people went to jail, and I’m also thankful for those out there helping to protect children from harm too!

 

[Bob Estey]

None of these problems bother me. People get caught eventually for their crimes. Doesn’t matter how long could be 12 years down the road. I just know in my mind I have no reason to desire to harm children. I watch predatory people get caught like I said before, I believe people should report crimes to their police officers. Im thankful for police.

Here is a principle beating up a student though it doesn’t show it as it’s blurred out. It shows the entire investigation being played out from start to finish, on police bodycam.

I feel sorry for people who have to suffer abuse like this and these types of crimes should be submitted to the local police and made a report about. Both of these people went to jail, and I’m also thankful for those out there helping to protect children from harm too!

These problems should bother you. You're okay with sex change operations on children? You're okay with pornography in school libraries?

 

[MatthewG]

Hello @Bob Estey,

None of these things are dealing with me personally, @Bob Estey. The likelihood of people under the age of 18 are getting sex changes are unlikely. When it comes to pornography I seen that stuff when I was 13 years old. I'm not saying I believe it's right. I am just saying it has nothing to do with anything around the four corners of earth that I see. Therefore, why should they bother me?

What bothers me is when I see a crime committed before my face. That is when the police gets called. That's why the government exist, and police exist, to deal with these problems that are committed by us human beings. Many people hate the government and hate the police. That is not my personal problem, that is the people who hate them which is their problem.

 

[Bob Estey]

Hello @Bob Estey,

None of these things are dealing with me personally, @Bob Estey. The likelihood of people under the age of 18 are getting sex changes are unlikely. When it comes to pornography I seen that stuff when I was 13 years old. I'm not saying I believe it's right. I am just saying it has nothing to do with anything around the four corners of earth that I see. Therefore, why should they bother me?

What bothers me is when I see a crime committed before my face. That is when the police gets called. That's why the government exist, and police exist, to deal with these problems that are committed by us human beings. Many people hate the government and hate the police. That is not my personal problem, that is the people who hate them which is their problem.

I'm disappointed in you.

 

[ShineTheLight]

But hey don't take it from me, I am just some crazy guy, who doesn't believe that the devil is prowling around seeking those he can devour anymore, because of the Victory of Christ,

You pick and choose the parts in the bible you want to believe while disregarding other parts. You were told about that thing on Revelation not happening yet and disregard it. Along with other things about the devil not existing that others have refuted you on. If you insist on the teaching that you push on this matter I cannot agree with you.

 

[MatthewG]

Cool @ShineTheLight. I just simply bet on Jesus not lying, faithfully that he was telling the truth. It’s all subjective. It’s up to you what you believe or do not believe in the end. Also thank you @Bob Estey.