How to Change the World (a practical guide): The Weapons Part 1

Changing the world is more difficult than it looks. That’s probably because we are going about this “world changing” stuff it in completely the wrong way. It also has a lot to do with what weapons we use, or don’t use. If you want to shoot down a fighter pilot you don’t use a M16 rifle. Similarly the Bible says:

“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;” 2 Corinthians 10:4

The war to change the world is not a Conservatives versus Liberals fight, it’s a Satan versus God matchup. Sometimes today it seems as if we worship a made up god who is weak and disinterested in our lives. Our God is all holy, all powerful, and all knowing. Not only does God keep his promises, but he’s the Alpha and the Omega – the beginning and the end (that’s how I know He’ll win)!

If our God is real why don’t follow his guidelines for changing the world? The Believers in the book of Acts didn’t try politics or military force they simply went and proclaimed Jesus’ life altering, world changing, message to as many as they could wherever they could. Because of this look what happened to a believer named Jason and a few of his fellow Christians:

“…they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;”

Wow! What an accusation, these guys are “world turners”, turning the world, not upside down, but right side up!

At times, especially after losing elections, it seems as though we get confused and think we should try the same tactics our worldly opponents use. Jesus didn’t say:

“Go into all the world and support/be your local Republican candidate.”

He said:

“Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”

and:

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of

the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have

commanded you:”.

If his soul is won, fed and nurtured by God, you won’t have to worry about his vote. God wants to use you to

change the world with His weapons!

For “how to” books on evangelism and gospel tracts anyone can hand out go here:

LivingWaters.com . Other websites with excellent gospel tracts: Chick.com and OneMilliontracts.com

Want proof that evangelism has something to do with voting patterns? Read the acclaimed article by the same author: The Evangelism Connection

6 Things Against Huck

Mike Huckabee graced the front cover of World magazine this month. The interview reminded me of how likable he is, it also reminded me of the biggest problem I have with him: he plays electric guitar in a rock band. Actually the main reason for my weary warriness of Huck is because he's a man. Six in the Bible is sometimes symbolic of man, who isn't perfect.

6 Things I Don't Like About Huckabee: 

1. He's never made any mistakes, according to his books that is.

2. He plays rock 'n roll.

3. His history with money, his and his state's. 

4. He said the free market left to itself was too "harsh".

5. He drinks diet Pepsi (that alone should prove that "he aint right").

6. He's a little too environmentally concerend, at least it sounded that way.  

When it's all over and I look at the list I have to say my concerns aren't that major. In the end...

I like Mike. 

Sleight of Tongue:

"So where do you put the gas in?" - Josiah Williams, 6 yrs. old, watching his older sister oil the sewing machine.