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To those who care,

I have written many important columns, but never one more important than this one. As always, I am referring to issues of life and death, but this time it also includes the life, or death, of freedom we just celebrated on July 4^th.

This weekend is Father’s Day when hopefully earned appreciation is expressed for meaningful and positive contributions on the part of dads. I don’t think anyone questions the fact that missing fathers is the major reason for many of society’s failures. You don’t have to examine the inner city or areas of poverty without readily noticing the absence of men in their rightful place within the family unit. This is one reason I have such great appreciation for pastors and church leaders like my good friend Dr.

Forecasts of catastrophe often invoke the Titanic – that “unsinkable” ship that hit an iceberg in the Atlantic Ocean back in 1912 and cost so many lives. The phrase “rearranging the furniture on the Titanic” refers to actions that have the appearance of doing something productive, but are actually pointless and futile in the face of the impending doom. I have heard people invoke that parallel in discussions about changing the direction of our country.

There has never been a more critically important moment for the Christian church. All professing believers must begin expressing love, compassion and conviction through consistent life practices. By the power of God, we must increase our compassionate care and outreach. How can this positive moral influence actually spread and bring about positive change on a national or global level? We need to discover the tipping point.

Yes, there can be good government and it is necessary. Government, as our founders understood it and as we must understand, should be “of the people, by the people and for the people.” The phrase “for the people” must not be interpreted as “taking care of the people.” Good, healthy, effective, appropriate government is always under control, never in control. Healthy government serves the people, but never enslaves them.

My heart overflows with God-given compassion for the suffering, for those who feel helpless and live with a sense of hopelessness. I know what it is like to feel forgotten, overlooked and to feel the pain of poverty. I also know that through the power of God’s grace and the wisdom He offers, we can be lifted out of any pit of despair or defeat. I have been so blessed as a husband, father, grandfather and a Christian that I cannot hold back the God-given desire to release this river of life toward others.

I am on a prayerful journey researching history, seeking answers from The Answer and observing the effect of truth when applied or when rejected throughout the ages. I am asking God and others whom I believe have an understanding of the times to join me seeking to find the solid steps necessary to restore freedom’s foundation. Most of the wisdom found in Washington today is carved in stone, and it does not seem to be noticed or applied by many who were elected to serve.

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I am thoroughly enjoying the book I recommended to readers in my last commentary, Money, Greed, and God: Why Capitalism Is the Solution and Not the Problem by Jay Richards.

With deep gratitude and praise to God, I can honestly say that God has fulfilled the greatest desires of my heart. Betty and I are privileged to enjoy a meaningful, exciting relationship. Our children and eleven grandchildren love God. They are secure in their relationship with Christ and with each member in the entire family circle.