Depending upon who you listen to or believe, many revisionist historians blame Christianity for the demise of great empires of the past. Quite contrary, often its the lack of morality, either absent from followers of Jesus or invisible from societies which contribute to the fall of once great nations. You don’t have to go any further than America’s current view of their justice system. In the eyes of the media, you are now guilty until proven innocent.
Names like Ray Rice, Adrian Peterson and Greg Hardy, NFL stars accused of domestic violence, are guinea pigs on this slippery slope. While the facts may not support their innocence, cable news networks and radio talk shows have already made up their minds. Who needs a jury anyway? In the court of public opinion, the decision is clear, guilty as charged!
Psalm 103:6-8 speaks up for any citizen who has been through under the bus. The Lord hears the cries of the oppressed, bringing justice and working righteousness in the midst of despair. God’s love is not distant, introduced to Moses and passed on through generations by reminding earth’s residents of His compassion, love and mercy. Although, the evidence may not look good for anyone accused of a crime, don’t forget that in the America that I remember, you are innocent until proven guilty.
by Jay Mankus
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