In the ’60s, in the United States, a group of young men and women under 35years were fed up and wanted a dramatic change in the way things were being done in the polity. They stood up and it ended in the Government having to use force to rein them in. They were disappointed. A mentor of theirs told them…
Why did President Obama go into politics, seeking to be in office? He realised as a community organiser on the streets he was limited to what changes he could effect without political power. The “street” has its limit. To effect meaningful change peacefully, you have to organise for political power.
The two different mindsets. An opportunity for those in Government with a progressive mindset to bring this to an end. Do the right thing now. 1. Two different mindsets revealed at the red sea. Moses’ approach was “let’s call on God and standstill and see what the Lord will do”. He will fight for you while you hold your peace.…
I do not think anyone will have a problem with one’s pastor preferring a political candidate over another. Everyone will have their preferences and could sincerely believe one person will be better than the other. The problem starts when you start to spiritualize your preference. When one starts to equate the kingdoms of this world with the kingdom of God,…
In a democracy those who support a candidate or party have the duty of voting that party into power. However they have an even greater responsibility if the party wins which is to hold the government accountable and become the biggest pressure group for constructive criticism. The reason this constructive criticism and not blind support is so important is, those…