Freedom is a beautiful thing. However, when the “freedoms” of some encroach upon the safety, peace of mind and liberty of others, it’s time to re-evaluate our stances.
Recent studies indicate that 66% of mass shootings over the past few decades have happened in the US…
“30 years of mass shootings by country”
Between 1983 to 2013, 119 mass shootings took place around the world. Sixty-six percent were in the U.S.
The Conversation/CC-BY
Get the data
Many are demanding freedoms they perceive to be associated with the 2nd Amendment. The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution states the following…
"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/second_amendment
At the time when this amendment was written, the Framers (“Founding Fathers”) were concerned about maintaining a law abiding society. There was no “standing army.” Therefore, states were given the power to form “well regulated Militias.” Of great concern was the uprising and rebellion of slaves. Aspects of this law was rooted in the “slave economy” and maintaining order. Read more in the article, “The Hidden History of the Second Amendment,” http://www.vpc.org/fact_sht/hidhist.htm
In today’s society, The National Rifle Association (The NRA) has invested millions of dollars, dispatching gun lobbyist who have all but extinguished the courage of Congress to develop ANY common sense legislation to address gun control issues. As a result, the perceived “freedoms” of gun rights enthusiasts have unleashed a horrid rash of violence upon our Nation.
Pervasive loop holes in our current gun laws allow for the purchase of military style weapons by just about anyone, including those with a history of mental health issues. Websites, gun shows, some gun shops, etc., are free to sell guns without sufficient background checks.
While Americans are being encouraged to beware of immigrants, little or nothing is being done to address the terror being inflicted upon us by our own citizens…individuals who have purchased stock piles of war weapons with no questions asked.
Pausing for a moment of silence in remembrance of those who have lost their lives to tragic mass shootings will not stem the tide of gun violence in America. We need gun control!!!
Guns will not ensure our freedom. Our real freedom is in Christ.
May we continue in prayer for all of those who have lost loved ones during the past and most recent mass shootings in America.
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Until next Wednesday,
In Faith, Hope and Perseverance,
Pastor Chris
www.shepastorchris.org
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