GENESIS 18
20 - 21
Because the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great,
and because their sin is very grievous,
I will go down now and see whether they have done altogether
according to the cry of it, which is come unto me; and if not I will know.
KJV
The camera doesn't lie. Perhaps the scourge of all politicians, academics and religious leaders is that someone, somewhere has recorded their comments, broken promises and threats.
"Time for a visit Lord" thought Frank as he quickly flicked through the contents of a newspaper that was heading for the trash can. He found it hard to believe people would pay to read the contents.
Amy pushed her Sunday paper through his letter box. She considered he should read her copy instead of buying his own. "Hells bells Amy" Frank shouted "don't you get depressed reading this constant trail of depravity and misery, just drop it in your bin will you, I don't want it." But still the paper came through the door every Sunday. In the end realising his criticism had been ignored he started to lob it straight in the recycling bin.
Sitting in front of his large picture window he watched the ducks flying on to his front garden eagerly landing next to the carefully placed mound of diced bread next to a fresh water bowl.
There would be quite a few to feed before the end of March but today it was just a drake and his mate.
There were too many drakes and not enough ducks to go round so every year one particular drake had the sense to remove his mate to safer ground. The drakes on the canal were waring to mate with the remaining females and an unfortunate duck could well drown in the process.
Frank's couple walked casually round the fields bordering the small housing estate and arrived early morning and late afternoon to feed. He sat quietly observing the scene as another female arrived. Sometimes he had as many as fifteen diners all anxious for a free meal.
At the end of March they would return to the local canal and the cycle of life would begin again.
Frank considered the question of balance, applicable to both man and beast. Where ever the scales tipped there were victims, innocents caught up in wars not of their making as good and evil clashed over territory and resources.
Frank's carer arrived and the ducks waddled on to the next free meal. He was the last client of the day and having supervised his daily care Janet appreciated a moment to relax, enjoy a cup of tea and a chat with this incredibly gentle caring man.
She knew the light dimmed in those piercing blue eyes when he lost his precious Louise and an advancing disease had stolen his mobility and freedom. Never one for booze or bingo he sat like a sentinel on the ramparts watching the rapid slide into chaos that would surely come.
Papers lay scattered around his computer. The screen flashed the latest pictures of mob violence in the Ukraine. Frank was a regular viewer of the R.T. news whereas Janet only ever watched the carefully edited news on her television.
"Dreadful isn't it" said Janet "how long before that happens here?" she asked anxiously. Frank smiled "Ignorance is far from bliss Janet" he replied "you need to know that the information that is being put out there is the truth. Sadly you can't rely on the media in this country and that will remain unchallenged as most people are not concerned unless it is happening on their doorstep affecting their lifestyle.
"Do you think we are heading for war, well not us directly, but allied with America" asked Janet.
Frank's expression changed to one of sadness as he viewed the street carnage unfolding before his eyes. "It's all in Ezekiel 38 - 39" he muttered "and considering the inflammatory remarks
hurled at Russia by the West there could be trouble further down the line. However the hypocritical arrogant statements made by Obama and his buddies appear to have had little effect on Putin.
"Well" said Janet somewhat ignorant of biblical prophecy "it doesn't mention Russia in your bible does it?" "No" replied Frank "the name for Russia in the bible is Gog" At this point in time Putin is not playing the aggressor, but there is someone waiting in the wings who will and then.............." his voice trailed off.
"Look" he continued "short of a natural disaster I think this is a few years down the line but it is surely coming, while the sun rises and sets all we can do is pray. If you belong to the Lord you have nothing to fear - death has no hold over you. Yeshua's children have His peace, but as we stand against injustice and corruption in high places we will become targets.
"Gosh" said Janet somewhat alarmed "I signed a petition against fracking this week"
Frank grinned "then no doubt you are now an activist and if you are amongst the protestors you could well be arrested as were my son's neighbours.
"Heavens above, really" exclaimed Janet "yes it is" replied Frank mischievously "and did you know there is a rift fault line which runs directly under the Dead sea, up through the Jordan valley and the sea of Galilee to the North of Jerusalem. If that blows, along with other hot spots that will be it - game over - as it was in the days of Sodom and Gomorrah.
"When you have some spare time read the book of Enoch parable 2. And don't forget the book of Daniel and Ezekiel. Its all there. But make sure you have a decent study bible because before you know it you will be asking me who "Cush" is - its the biblical name for Sudan. The countries in the middle east all had very different names in the old testament. In fact I have a study bible you can have. It belonged to Louise."
"Really" replied Janet "honestly I couldn't take it"
"Yes you can" replied Frank "Louise would love to know that it was helping someone to understand what at times is a difficult book to read. There are very few bible prophecies left."
Janet stared at Frank. She knew that despite everything life had thrown at him he had a deep peace and she yearned for what he had.
"Just give your life to Jesus" Frank said "everything is in His hands" and what is written will come to pass, but we who know the Lord have nothing to fear and there's a bonus in it for me" said Frank laughing "you can push my wheelchair round to the Upper Room Fellowship every week"
"Right" said Janet "I'll pick you up seven Friday evening and take you to your fellowship - is that okay" "That would be wonderful" said Frank knowing full well that her journey had only just begun.
Isaiah 51 - 6
Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look on the earth beneath:
for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke,
and the earth shall wax old like a garment,
and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner:
BUT MY SALVATION WILL BE FOR EVER.
AND MY RIGHTEOUSNESS SHALL NOT BE ABOLISHED.
Baruch ha ba b'shem Adonai.
SHALOM
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