The Ellis County Press: Why so much hate?

Why so much hate?
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James Robison (Words of LIFE) on 12/28/2012 17:30:00


Preachers dare not mention the blessings of God or prosperity, or they will be
critically labeled a “prosperity preacher.” We know there are excesses and
extremes in every area, but doesn’t the Bible talk about God’s desire to
bless us as His children? Do not every one of us as parents want the best and
greatest blessings for our children?
God wants us to be so blessed that we become a blessing to the nations of the
world. Are we supposed to start preaching a poverty gospel? How can we possibly
alleviate suffering and help the poor if we don’t have the resources to do it?
Even those who believe in socialism must have some means of wealth from which to
extract the money they wish to disburse.
I’m saying this as a firm warning: If we don’t recognize this foolishness
and the danger imposed by the hatred of success, blessings, and prosperity, we
are going to destroy our ability to meet any legitimate need – along with our
future and the future of our children and those we love. Americans must
experience a change of heart and mind—and it must come soon, or we are going
to see the downfall of this once great nation.
It’s not too late for us to turn the tide, but we need to release God’s love
to people all around us and especially to those with whom we disagree. We must
witness a new demonstration of God’s power and especially His love and
forgiveness. Only then can expressions of compassion replace hatred and
violence.
Let there be peace on earth and goodwill toward men.