Moral clarity is paramount for peaceful rule to flourish in our society. However, peace can be a mere pause in the process if it is not fostered and cultivated. Effective leadership must always set as its aim to calm the torrential climate, particularly when the threat of war hangs like a dark cloud over the entire world. The Antichrist will present himself as a man of peace, yet his agenda will be global domination. As followers of Christ, we must be keenly aware of the contradictory rhetoric of those who speak one thing and demonstrate another. A tree is identified by the fruit it bears, and unless the supposed peacemaker has a peaceful disposition, he cannot, for political advantages, qualify as a peacemaker. The prophet spoke that “You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, till iniquity was found in you.16 “By the abundance of your trading you became filled with violence within, and you sinned…” (Ezekiel 18:15-16). The latter portion of these verses accurately describes the fallen nature of humanity in general, however, it explicitly depicts those who wish to build a reputation that is contrary to their character. What they say cannot be trusted and hidden behind their words is a motive for global domination and control while they enrich themselves in the process.
Adolf Hitler could not find peace in Nazi Germany unless he were able to exterminate the Jewish Race. He sanctioned the media and all printed material, which was replaced with propaganda that supported his mission. Likewise, raw politics may swing in either direction where a single issue may become the focus as a Trojan Horse, while sound bites are circulated. Even though they all sound alike, they are restricted to stay within the narrow sphere that their leaders prescribed. Any discussion beyond the set parameters is labeled as divisive or antithetical to the cause. Whoever controls the agenda sways the masses of people, and when they say anything, the voice of their god is heard.
The Presence of Jesus Christ disturbs the peace of those who are deceived and the Light of the Gospel shines through and exposes the works of darkness. The dark side of American history cannot be cancelled but it can only be exposed, dealt with, or hidden underneath the cover of deceit. If the greatness of God is the standard that will be used, then truth, righteousness, equity, and forgiveness must be modeled by the people of God to the rest of the world. Then the peace that only the Prince of Peace offers can become our peace.