A Lovely Response

In a recent article released by Channel 11 news, the writer used a very

interesting topic to point out the behavior that is not so applaud worthy of
America; and consequently, the down-right disappointing behavior of those of
us claiming to be followers of Christ.
The article can be read here: http://abc11.com/politics/how-to-explain-donaldtrump-to-a-5-year-old/1243907/
To give a synopsis, the writer explained her 5 year old daughters disdain for
Donald Trump. The childs dislike for Trump, led to comments and actions that
the parents found disturbing, therefore the mother took action to give the child
a better way of dealing with someone she considers rude. She simply
explained to her that just because you arent voting for a certain candidate,
doesn't mean we have to talk nasty about them. A powerful message that even
a 5 year old can understand.
Whether by intention or not, the parent has addressed issues we all should
consider. In particular us bearing the name of Christ.
First, the article really challenges adults to be a positive example for those little
eyes that are following us. Undoubtedly there are millions of other little 5 year
olds whose thoughts are being framed by Trump's tactics; likewise, whose
characters are being framed by "our" tactics. They're picking up on our actions
and behaviors, so we have to be Christ like in all instances, regardless of how
much we dislike an individual or subject matter. In this instance the child is
believed to have picked up the "behavior" of the world, and this mother
responded in a wonderful way. Instead of allowing her to continue and frame
what could very well be a permanent behavior of hate, she alternated the
child's thoughts and actions, and hopefully her future. She has set an example
for us all to follow. I have an 11 month old Caleb and though I don't quite
think Caleb is ready to follow politics, I do think the alternate route this mother
decided to take should be mirrored. The world is doing a well enough job of
exemplifying hate; we dont need to help them. We should strive to overachieve in the exemplifying love.
Secondly, the "non-violent" method the mother explained to her daughter
should be commended and followed. Not just to the children amongst us that
are acting like adults in civil matters and affairs, but more importantly, to us
adults that are still acting like children in civil matters and affairs. Going a little
deeper: the supposedly mature Christians that are still acting like babes in
Christ in civil matters and affairs. Perhaps we all can benefit from this story! This is

a cute and rather subliminal way of being non-divisive, but the message is LOUD
AND CLEAR.
This is a pivotal moment in history. At no other time since the civil war has there
been this much racial unrest in the political arena. The racial divide we are
seeing in America is only 1 aspect of the sinful uprising we are seeing in the
world. Though one aspect, it is monumental. The sad thing is that if we Christians
aren't careful, in attempts to dwarf this movement, we actually promote it. If we
respond with hate, we are only increasing the hate. Every tweet, text, blog, and
comment that we send out with hate attached is only fueling the fire. And we
seemingly justify our actions by saying we are taking a stand in opposition of
Trump or the NAACP, the Black Lives Matter movement or Law enforcement, the
Democratic party or the Republican Party, the LGBT agenda or whatever. Some
have even labeled each of these the anti-christ. Presidential candidate
Trump, is the most recent to be labeled, and it is safe to associate his presence
with hate. It is what it is. But, if our actions are producing the same hate that his
actions are, should we consider ourselves anti-christ like, at best? If our actions
are causing the same feelings to be produced, shouldn't we be held
accountable as well? 1 + 1 = 1 twice; Hate + Hate = twice the hate. Let me be
clear on this; I am not supporting a non-confrontational approach to sin. On the
contrary, I support the idea of being confrontational with love vs hate/sin on
every corner. I am of the mind that for every act of hate there should be an
equal or greater act of love. Do not misinterpret this or believe that I am a
passive individual, hoping of a euphoric garden of Eden state while here on
earth. I fully understand that this is a battle field, but the war is won with
grenades and bombs of love. The only remedy for hate has always been love.
The only remedy for hate will always be LOVE! Instead of promoting disgust and
hate, arent we instructed to take a stand by producing love? One very
important book says, love conquers all. I am confident that if we do it right, we
will love the H word out of the world. That H word is hate. If we are relentless
in giving the world Christ, he will handle the rest.
Hate tactics, principles, ideals, and methods of hate are wrong whether it
comes from Trump, the NAACP, the anti-christ or from Christians. If we would
examine ourselves hard enough it isn't hard to see that we are behaving like
that child; responding to hate with hate. Like the parent, God has instructed us
in His Word to respond in love; not hate. But being we have seemingly forgotten
this, perhaps Dr. Seuss would be more effective. I imagine Dr. Seuss would have
success with getting this message across to us like such:
I am Sam.
Sam I am.

That Sam-I-am!
That Sam-I-am!
I do not like hate, Sam-I-am!
Do you like hate and ham?
I do not like them, Sam-I-am.
I do not like hate and ham.
Would you like hate
here or there?
I would not like hate here or there. I would not like hate anywhere.
I do not like hate and ham.
I do not like them, Sam-I-am.
I could not, would not, on a boat.
I will not, will not, with a goat.
I will like hate in the rain.
I will not like it during the campaign.
Not in the dark! Not in a tree!
Not from Trump nor the NAACP!
I do not like hate in a can.
From the Democrat nor the Republican.
Not from the LGBT nor the Christian.
I will not condone hate in a house.
I do not like hate with a mouse.
I do not like hate here or there.
I do not like hate ANYWHERE!
Sometimes we have to be reminded in the simplest manners. The truth is I
disagree with the agendas of anything or anyone whose agenda is not
based on Christian principles. I would assume that in some shape, form, or
fashion, we all do because of the sin it produces. As Christians, we should even
hate the sin. So I hate the sin of hate and have vowed to do my best of
getting rid of it. Therefore I have concluded that I refuse to respond out of hate;
not only because I hate hate, but because I love Jesus more!

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