Political Party ~ Two Party System Failed?
Government Based on the Original United States Constitution
~ Proposed and Submitted by Johnnie Johnson
July 11, 2011
When the children of America came together to form this nation’s government, they created a Nation that was recognized as a Christian Nation, with a government designed to protect their God given and religious values. The people wanted their leaders to exemplify all the virtues of their Christian religion. They realized that if and when their leaders in government lost these virtues, they would lose their ability to administer freedom and justice for the people. And an unjust government would bring again a wave of misery and a loss of freedom.
In his farewell address, George Washington spoke firmly of the importance of religion and its moral guidelines in society, pointing simply to our court system where the strong arm of law is used. This is one of those pivotal points in society where our property, our good name and possibly our very lives depend on the honesty, and strength of character, of those speaking for and against us. Indeed what honorable citizen would not want the goodness of religion exemplified at such a time?
There are not and cannot be enough policemen to ensure that everyone does the right thing, and who would direct the philosophy of the enforcers? Conversely if there were so many policemen overseeing our actions, we could hardly claim that we are a nation of free people. The power of government must be in the hands of the people for a free nation to exist, and the people must be good, for as the goodness of the people fails, so does the goodness and duration of the government fail.
To administer freedom and that which is just, one must understand the values which are good for the individual and for society. For these values, Christians look to Jesus Christ, and realize that justice and freedom are most likely to be achieved by adherence to the values taught in His “Sermon on the Mount”. (Matthew Chapters 5,6,and 7) This is where Jesus embraces, and in some places enlarges the Law of Moses such as:
Thou shalt not kill, or even be angry with your brother; Thou shalt not commit adultery, or even look to lust; Thou shalt not steal; Thou shalt not bear false witness; Thou shalt not covet.
And in what manner are we to conduct ourselves?
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them:…” and Paul’s summary of our savior’s sermon, “Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” (Romans 13:8-14).
A free and prosperous society is built on these principles. These teachings are straightforward to understand and simple to comply with, and should be second nature for all of us.
It is easy to see the importance of not stealing or killing but what of adultery even amongst our servants in office? This premeditated action is the epitome of selfishness and deceitfulness. Anyone who breaks with the commitment to spouse, through adultery, also breaks the stability of their union and undermines the security and confidence of children. Such a one does not deserve the confidence of “the people” if serving in a civil office, and with his qualifications needs to look elsewhere for employment. To say that he would never break the confidence of the public while having undermined his family, merely recognizes and states his imbalance. Claiming to honor his job while undermining his family, shows his inability to reason priorities and honor the most valued of commitments in society.
It is only within this realm of respect and concern, securing to one another their person and property, that justice, the mother of a free society can thrive. How different our economy today would be, if the real estate and financial institutions had been honest, and protected the rights and property of others.
When the clear line of truth, honesty and brotherly care leave society, so does security and justice, leaving us wondering what happened to freedom, prosperity and good old America?
The basic unit of society is the family. It is said that, ‘As the families go, so goes the Nation’. Imagine what a difference it would make if families practiced the principles found in the “Sermon on the Mount.” Jesus said “My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me. If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.” In applying these values in our homes and personal lives, we can experience for ourselves the increase in peace and respect for one another, we can harvest the harmony and unity, and with it, the conversion to the “Sermon on the Mount,” and Him who gave it.
Our nation’s founders recognized the importance of and embraced many of the timeless principles of the Christian doctrine. There is no better moral code or set of values for a free society, and for the prospering of our nation, than the teachings of Jesus Christ.
America’s greatness has only been in proportion to her goodness. Let all Christians and Christian supporters, church going or not, come together regardless of religious sect or political affiliation, and fortify all that is good in America through strengthening the Christian moral code, as the basis of society.
Separation of church and state was never intended to keep heavenly principles and conduct out of government. There are some who would argue that religious values should not play a part in who you choose for a government position, quoting the constitution; Article VI 3. …”no religious test shall ever be required as a qualification to any office or public trust under the United States.” This simply means that no division of the U.S. Government can give an elected candidate a religious test before seating him. It is not a directive for citizens to avoid a religious or moral evaluation on candidates before they cast their vote. Your vote is your own private affair!
A good moral citizenry is the foundation of a strong and united society, and will provide the best officers and servants in government. These servants will bring honor to their position and restore confidence and respect among Americans for their elected officials. They will be a power for good, for each person will police his own actions and care for his neighbors. Good citizens, with this moral backbone, fear to do wrong, for it would be unjust, even behind closed doors and out of the public eye.
Not every individual we refer to as a founder of this nation, embraced a particular Christian faith, but each had a keen respect for the scriptures, which nourished and served as the core values of life. Individuals then and now, understand that life on this earth is not the end of existence, but it continues, and life in the next world will be greatly affected by the manner in which we conduct ourselves in this life. There are no better guidelines on living freely and in harmony with our fellow man, than that heavenly light delivered, in the “Sermon on the Mount.”
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