New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said that “extreme conservatives" who oppose abortion, decry homosexuality, and support gun rights have no place in his state.
The Washington Times quoted Gov. Cuomo as saying, “Their problem is not me and the Democrats; their problem is themselves. Who are they? Are they these extreme conservatives who are right-to-life, pro-assault-weapon, anti-gay? Is that who they are? Because if that’s who they are and they’re the extreme conservatives, they have no place in the state of New York, because that’s not who New Yorkers are.”
Many of the conservative he's referencing hold the beliefs they do because it's what the Bible teaches as universal Truth. Even if Gov. Cuomo does not agree with that worldview, you would think that he could respect the fact that billions of people do align with it, and have for thousands of years; and that the very government he helps run was founded on the principles of the Bible. But no: apparently the opinion of the vocal majority in this particular culture, in this particular country, at this particular time in history—even though it contradicts the opinion of other cultures—is the right and reasonable one, whilst the opinion of Yahweh God is not.
Is it truly extreme to think that it's wrong to kill babies in utero (Exo. 21:22-23; Psa. 71:6, Psa. 139:13-15; Luk. 1:44; Jer. 1:5)? Or to believe that it's wise to bear arms with which to defend the innocent (Psa. 82:3, 144:1; Exo. 22:2-3; Neh. 4:17-18; Gen. 14:13-16)? Or to see homosexuality as a serious sickness to be eliminated for the well-being of the whole society (Lev. 18:22, 20:13; Gen. 19:1-11; Rom. 1:24-28; 1 Cor. 6:9-11)?
No, just the opposite. It's righteous to believe those things. It's not extreme or wacky or fanatical to live in right alignment with the God who created all things (and thus knows best how they should run). After all, it is God alone, not Governor Cuomo or any person who thinks like him, who will presiding over the courts of heaven on Judgment Day.
Is it truly extreme to think that it's wrong to kill babies in utero (Exo. 21:22-23; Psa. 71:6, Psa. 139:13-15; Luk. 1:44; Jer. 1:5)? Or to believe that it's wise to bear arms with which to defend the innocent (Psa. 82:3, 144:1; Exo. 22:2-3; Neh. 4:17-18; Gen. 14:13-16)? Or to see homosexuality as a serious sickness to be eliminated for the well-being of the whole society (Lev. 18:22, 20:13; Gen. 19:1-11; Rom. 1:24-28; 1 Cor. 6:9-11)?
No, just the opposite. It's righteous to believe those things. It's not extreme or wacky or fanatical to live in right alignment with the God who created all things (and thus knows best how they should run). After all, it is God alone, not Governor Cuomo or any person who thinks like him, who will presiding over the courts of heaven on Judgment Day.
If this is what defines extreme conservatives, then what defines moderate ones? I guess moderate conservatives think it's okay to murder babies as long as it's not too many; and it's okay to give away some of our God-given freedoms because (supposedly) the cops and politicians will always be on our side and be there to take care of us; and maybe the abomination of homosexuality is not too bad as long as gays aren't forcing straights to join them. Well, if that's the case, then moderate conservatives need to read this:
"And Elijah came near to all the people and said, “How long will you go limping between two different opinions?" (1 Kng. 18:21).
And also this:
"I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth" (Rev. 3:15-16).
To be moderate is to pretend that you live in a non-existent neutral zone in the battle between God and Satan. All ground is accounted for in this war: you are either on heaven's territory, or hell's, and you cannot serve both masters. To disagree with the Word of God in any aspect, or to think that you can tweak God's rules to fit the moral whims of fallen human society, is to be in rebellion against your Maker. Don't dwell in a fantasy which will only come crashing down around you on the day you die.
The only of point of agreement between me and Mr. Cuomo is that uncompromising conservatives should get out of New York. Leave that pit of evil and insanity as quickly as you can. Why stay where neither you nor your God are welcome?
Is it possible to live in the midst of great godlessness and not being infected by it? Yes, it's possible. Lot remained righteous even though the city of Sodom, where he dwelt, became hopelessly corrupt. The rest of his family, however, did not fare so well, and in the end Lot's life and legacy were damaged beyond repair.
Staying in "Sodom" is a risky enterprise, for bad company corrupts good morals (1 Cor. 15:33).
Friends, disciples of Christ, whatever you decide to do, don't ever compromise your godly morals!
The only of point of agreement between me and Mr. Cuomo is that uncompromising conservatives should get out of New York. Leave that pit of evil and insanity as quickly as you can. Why stay where neither you nor your God are welcome?
Is it possible to live in the midst of great godlessness and not being infected by it? Yes, it's possible. Lot remained righteous even though the city of Sodom, where he dwelt, became hopelessly corrupt. The rest of his family, however, did not fare so well, and in the end Lot's life and legacy were damaged beyond repair.
Staying in "Sodom" is a risky enterprise, for bad company corrupts good morals (1 Cor. 15:33).
Friends, disciples of Christ, whatever you decide to do, don't ever compromise your godly morals!
"Like a muddied spring or a polluted fountain is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked" (Pro. 25:26).
Give the Devil an inch and he'll take a mile—and he won't stop there. Have nothing to do with the works of the wicked, but rather expose them, or else you will come under the Lord's discipline. Isn't it written that
"the prophet Jehu son of Hanani confronted [the king]; he said to King Jehoshaphat, 'Is it right to help the wicked and be an ally of those who oppose the Lord? Because you have done this the Lord is angry with you!'" (2 Chr. 19:2).
Anyone who puts his trust in man is a fool, for the fear of man is a snare (Pro. 29:25). But he who trusts the word of YHVH will be delivered (Psa. 56).
New York, on the other hand, will not be delivered. She is quickly approaching her destruction; come away from her, you children of God.
New York, on the other hand, will not be delivered. She is quickly approaching her destruction; come away from her, you children of God.
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