March 2003

     What Is This Noble Eagle?
           By Tennessee Elijah

EWNR – Many years have come and gone since America first became a nation. Many brave men and women have also come and gone, sacrificing their lives to preserve this land. Dreams formed by our founding fathers are still held sacred by most citizens who believe that we are one nation under God. We remember with pride, the history of our great nation, but what will become of our future as we struggle to preserve cherished freedoms, peace and contentment? What is this Noble Eagle who glides through our visions like a passive dove – yet shows the strength of a lion as it courageously
leads every man, woman and child to their ultimate destiny?

The Divided United States has now entered a new century where hope of peace is being diminished by daily threats of terrorism. As we contemplate frequent challenges to our survival as a nation, we find ourselves being overcome by fear and hate. Confusion and discord have been fostered upon us by those who rebel against God. Many evil enemies seek to destroy our American way of Life for reasons known only to Satan.

Why have natural resources not been gathered together, fairly divided
and then used to benefit everyone who inhabits this planet? Why do world leaders care more about themselves than for ordinary people who need nourishment and protection as they strive to enjoy comfortable, happy lives? Have evil enemies of peace and prosperity decided that human Life is no longer worthy of preservation? Has fascination with death and destruction become justifiable, degeneracies more desirable – or aggression more expedient as lust for power, desire for wealth or false religious values became dominant within their thoughts? What are the hidden motivations?

What is this grand Noble Eagle that spreads her wings and glides across continents, watching with interest as tiny mice scurry about to escape judgment? Whom are those cowards who look to the sky as she glides by, grimacing with jealousy, because of her beauty, throwing stones to bring her down? Have nations of this world not learned the meaning of respect for this symbol of democracy? Do the heathen not understand why the power of
this bird was made by God – this bird who is held in veneration by friendly Americans who love their neighbors, by brave Americans who defend strangers from tyranny – and by kind Americans who help and encourage
neighbors through acts of charity?

Many civilizations have come and gone during the short span of time that humankind has existed through ignorance and misguided deceptions. Many civilizations have been destroyed because of greed and larceny, because of hate and violence. Since Adam and Eve walked in the Garden of Eden – and right up until these days, America has set out to liberate exploited people from the clutches of cruel dictators. There has been no panacea on Earth other than the hope America represents. There has been no brighter light in the many places where darkness has diminished Truth. Why has deception been allowed to corrupt pure souls who are forced to live in constant conflict? Why have depraved nations chosen the way of
immorality when obedience to God is more desirable?

      Do Christians in America not deserve respect?

"You are either with us or you are against us," said a wise man who understood why a dividing line has been formed throughout the world. People have opinions. They are shaping their own values and taking their stand – either with America or with enemies of America. Will the vast majority be with those who value Life or with those conformed to death? Will individual souls choose to stand with the few who serve God – or with the many who choose servitude within systems designed by Satan? In this day and in this time, there can be no peaceful union between those who love America and those who hate America. There can be no mutual purpose for those who seek goodness and those who have been taught to remain inherently obstinate.

Will "March 2003" come in like a roaring Lion and go out like a meek Lamb – or come in like a meek Lamb and go out like a roaring Lion? Will this Noble Eagle continue to fly high above the continents or will stones thrown by America's enemies bring her down? Who are they who know
what God will allow Satan to do in these end of days? Who are they
who understand that all sinners must repent of sin if this planet is to be saved from utter devastation? Have we not witnessed the demise of trust
in God – and have we not seen ridicule against the faith of Christians in
our generation? Has America not become a place perplexed by spiritual turbulence, a place of blasphemy, a place where iniquity has become commonplace – and a place where holiness is dishonored?

"Weapons of mass destruction"
will never bring esteem to a nation, nourishment to hungry souls or commendation from God. Biological, chemical or nuclear disasters do not enhance the quality of Life for humans on this planet.

Only fools scheme to steal and destroy; only fools threaten war against those who value peace and contentment. In the Kingdom of God, earthly fools will never be allowed to dominate families, tribes or nations; carnally-minded fools will never be allowed to deceive, spread hate and produce instruments of war; fools who sow corruption will not be allowed to exist where innocent children, loyal angels, Truth, Love, Beauty and eternal freedom prevails. Fools who are fighting against righteousness will not enter the Kingdom
of God – where Lord Jesus Christ rules as King of kings. Fools will not be honored and will not enter Heaven unless they change from their evil ways.

"...The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt,
they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good..."
Psalms 14:1

As water, wind and fire is poured out upon all flesh, may those with pure hearts seek shelter from the wrath of God. As battles rage in many places, may those who serve the Prince of Peace refrain from taking vengeance against those who defy their Maker. Many days will come and many days will go, but this generation will not be finished until all things are done according to the prophets. May those who have been filled with the Spirit, reach out to lost souls with compassion. Let secret communion with God
be your way to fight against evil.

"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against
the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness
of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints."
Ephesians 6:11-18