What Would Jesus Say about the Nuclear and Earthquake Crisis in Japan?

Everybody knows what the acronym of WWJD means. It has become cliche today to allude to what Jesus would say in various situations. Seldom, however, do any of the antagonists actual have scriptural support for their proposition. But in the case of Japan and its nuclear catastrophe caused by an equally catastrophic Tsunami, we do know what Jesus would say to those who ask why. We have His actual words when he was asked about why several died at the hands of men or even why others died by "an act of God", natural or accidental causes. Take a look: 

Luke 13:1 There were present at that season some who told Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answered and said to them, "Do you suppose that these Galileans were worse sinners than all other Galileans, because they suffered such things? 3 I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish. 4 Or those eighteen on whom the tower in Siloam fell and killed them, do you think that they were worse sinners than all other men who dwelt in Jerusalem? 5 I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish."

What did the Japanese do that justified the ocean sweeping aways thousands of their lives? What did they do to deserve a nuclear disaster that is being compared to Chernobyl? The answer is nothing worse than any of us from any other country. The answer is surprising. We all deserve a nuclear crisis and to be swept away by the winds or the waves. We have all rebelled against our Creator and continue to sin in our rebellion. What about all the innocent people though? There are no innocent people. Only by the grace of God and His mercy does the Earth not open up and swallow us all never to be seen again. A just God would do just that giving us what we deserve, but God is also a merciful God not wanting any to perish. He gives us time, even in our rebellion, to turn to Him.

So what do we do? We do what Jesus tells us to do. Repent. Repent from our sin and follow Jesus. He is the only sure foundation upon which to stand. 

High School Wrestler Harkens Back to Older and Better Times

High school wrestler refuses to take on a girl - The Boston Globe: "An Iowa high school wrestler who was one of the favorites to win his weight class defaulted on his first-round state tournament match rather than face one of the first girls to ever qualify for the event.

“I have a tremendous amount of respect for Cassy and Megan and their accomplishments,’’ Northrup wrote. “However, wrestling is a combat sport, and it can get violent at times. As a matter of conscience and my faith, I do not believe that it is appropriate for a boy to engage a girl in this manner. It is unfortunate that I have been placed in a situation not seen in most other high school sports in Iowa.’’

There was a time when a man would hold a door open for a woman. He would go out of his way to make sure she was treated with respect and courtesy. There was a time when men went to war to protect women and children back home. There as a time when a polite society expected men to be men and women to be women. Those days are over.

Now, girls can participate in a sport that is essentially a fight between two combatants. The girls that participate in these activities should be commended. They are strong and brave to do such a thing. Few people, even boys, can or will do this. These girls are only being what society expects them to be - boys.

Gone are the days of chivalry, honor, and duty. We send women to fight for us in our wars. We send them out to make money to pay for our shelter and our food, so we can have a better lifestyle. Most are very good at what they do and in many cases even exceed the ability of men. The problem comes when those of the "old fashion" era bump up against the expectations of the new age.

Kudos for the girl to be so brave and kudos for the young man who is actually a gentleman and would never think of touching a girl in such a manner. May it never be so among us.