Christian Correctionalism

Here are words spoken by Jesus Christ, who lived two thousand years ago, who walked on this earth, in this life, among men and women. . . who spoke words of wisdom, correction, faith and prophecy to the people of his era and also to all people who are willing to hear his message of truth, grace and salvation, and who was willing to be executed on a cross rather than subdue his eternal purpose by seeking worldly or political power: (I have chosen these particular quotes from gospel history, specifically for our attention in this time and this situation in America, 2024.) “. . . for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled.” “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” “Blessed are them who are merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” “In everything, treat people the same way them to treat you.” “Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves.” “Every good tree bears good fruit, but the bad tree bears bad fruit.” “You will know them (who are true) by their fruits” (the results of their deeds.) “I will declare to them who practice lawlessness: ‘I never knew you.’ “ “Come, you who are blessed, and inherit what has been prepared for you, for you gave me something to eat when I was hungry. . . you gave me something to drink when I was thirsty, you gave me provisions and shelter when I was a homeless stranger. . . To the extent that you gave to one of my people—even the least important ones—you gave it to me.” “For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who exalts himself will be humbled.”

Also relevent to out present situation in America are these proverbs from the ancient writings: “These things the Lord hates: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked imaginations, feet that are swift in running to mischief (or rioting), a false witness that speaks lies, and anyone who spreads discord among his people.” “He that is void of wisdom despises his neighbor (or fellow citizen), but a man of understanding holds his peace.” “Go away from a foolish man when you realize he doesn’t know what he’s talking about.” “The wisdom of a prudent person is understand where he is headed, but the folly of fools is deceit.” “A wise person departs from evil, but the fool is proud in his raging.” “A wrathful man stirs up strife (or insurrection), but whoever is slow to anger quells riotous strife.” “An ungodly man stirs up evil; in his lips there is destructive fire.” “A violent man entices his neighbor, and leads him into a way that is not good.” Blessed are the peacemakers. . .