•• USA Election 2004 •• An Open Letter
History.
On the eve of the election, I'm not going to predict which
candidate is going to win, but I WILL predict an absolute
certainty -- regardless of whether GWB or JFK is the victor.
History WILL record USA Election 2004 as a clear
turning point in the evolutionary progress of
Planet Earth.
And YOU, of course, are playing a role in this historical
crossroads. I urge you to carefully apply principles of
Spiritual Metaphysics to your responsibility of making a wise
choice.
First on the subject of national security and war. What IS the
appropriate spiritual choice when faced with a determined
enemy?
The key biblical teaching on this condition comes from
Matthew 10:16. Jesus' instruction to his disciples as he sent
them out into a world of hostility: "Remember, I am sending
you out like sheep among wolves; so be wise as serpents and
harmless as doves."
Those four points serve as a basis of your evaluation of the
presidential candidates.
First, qualities of wisdom, judgment, good sense, focus,
reality.
Second, the serpent qualities. Being keenly attuned to evil,
being tough, emphasizing strength through preparation and
protectiveness, rather than pre-emptive attack.
Third, harmlessness, not hurting the innocents, not
overcompensating, not seeking revenge, being mindful and
responsible about unintended consequences from defensive
actions.
Fourth, dove qualities. Innocent of deception and
manipulation, using simple, deep spiritual truths as our
guidance, coming from the heart, extending the benefit of the
doubt, caring about others, being guided by genuine
compassion -- not hate, fear and revenge.
Which candidate do you feel is best qualified to lead
according to those principles?
Then, on the issue of upholding the great metaphysical
principles that are embodied in American ideals. The land of
the free and home of the brave. Freedom and justice for all.
The past is the best predictor of the future. Look at the
candidates' histories to assess these abilities. What did each
do as young men when faced with being called by their
country to war? What evidence do we have of courage
demonstrated by the behavior of each? Which of them in
their public service has been most concerned about precious
freedoms guaranteed by the USA constitution? How
concerned does each seem to be that freedom and justice
MUST extend to every single solitary American citizen? How
seriously does each seem to take the responsibility that
America, as Earth's greatest democracy, must LEAD ?
How about the most fundamental American liberty, freedom
of religion? Which candidate seems to strongly support your
rights to your own beliefs? Which one feels the USA
government must honor all religions equally? Which one sees
the great danger in blurring the lines between American
government and individual religious beliefs? Between church
and state?
Which man is spiritually guided, but yet with enough
humility to know that he does NOT have an absolute channel
to the almighty? That he is human, not infallible?
Faced with making decisions in the Civil War that affected
millions, but still displaying deep humility, the great
Republican president Abraham Lincoln, when questioned
whether God was on his side, replied "My great concern is to
be on God's side."
A president who staunchly upholds all these principles is
critical for a positive American future.
To those who much is given, much is asked. Whether you
agree that the USA is truly spiritually inspired as some
contend, or not, little argument can be made against our
having many, many blessings that most countries do not.
Who would utilize those blessings the most wisely to be the
best and most inspired leader for the globe? Who would
provide an effective response to the many millions in the
world infected with AIDS? Do the most to prevent genocide?
Who would be most concerned about the environment and
protect it best? Who would garner the most respect of the
world community so he could lead them to good choices for
the planet? Who would best act with compassion and
understanding about the many on the planet who have so
little?
With all the natural advantages America has, how must we
handle the responsibility that goes with it? Psalms 24:1 tells
us "The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world
and they that dwell therein...", going on to point out that we
humans are only custodians and that the world and all that is
in it, belongs only to God. We are instructed to be good
shepherds over ALL that is.
Which candidate takes that incredible responsibility to his
heart? Which demonstrates the most concern about the
spread of nuclear weapons? About pollution? About the
insidious and obvious effects on planetary weather by global
warming?
And how about the issue of money? Money is only "frozen
energy" to be allocated to contribution of some kind. We
know it must be dealt with carefully and responsibly.
Which candidate seems to understand that best? Which has
the keenest idea of putting USA government money to good,
productive and positive use?
Spiritual Metaphysics emphasizes the importance of keeping
money in circulation -- realizing that hoarding by the nation or
individuals STOPS its power to contribute and help.
Matthew 6:19 tells us "Do not store up for yourselves
treasures on earth..." The spiritual dangers of greed are
further emphasized by Mark 10:25, "It is easier for a camel to
go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter
into the kingdom of God." and 1 Timothy 6-10, "For the love
of money is the root of all evil..."
Which candidate promotes government policies that most
support the greed and excessive accumulation of wealth?
And which is most concerned about using government policy
to contribute to uplifting people?
The 9/11 attack on our country has pushed up a very strong
American lesson in Spiritual Metaphysics: fear.
We know that what we fear, we attract. 1 John 4:18 tells us
"There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear,
because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is
not made perfect in love."
Love conquers fear. Our country has been assigned a very
difficult spiritual lesson: respond APPROPRIATELY to
terrorist attacks.
Which candidate will be better able to rise above knee jerk
nationalism and revenge motivation in dealing with the issue
of terrorism? Who is more qualified to create a broad
strategy that deals with all the complex issues? Who is
cautious enough to be keenly aware that "unintended
consequences" happen? Who understands, as former
president Jimmy Carter said, "We will not learn to live
together in peace by killing each other's children”? That his
"assignment" as the most powerful man on the planet, is to
creatively move us all toward peace through love, not fear?
Of course, there are multitudes of specific important issues
that go into making a wise choice in your vote for president.
Nonetheless, you can't go wrong if you use these deeply
rooted spiritual criteria for deciding which man, George
Walker Bush or John Forbes Kerry offers the best hope at this
historical moment.
May you choose wisely -- and pray that we collectively, choose the high
path at this momentous crossroads.
Godspeed.
Timothy Dexter Latus,
Ph.D., DPMP
Dallas
12:25:25 AM
