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Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples, and Middle East Peace
It’s been quite a week celebrating Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples, and Middle East Peace including the release of the remaining Israeli hostages from captivity.
Also, Erika Kirk received the Presidential Medal of Freedom at the White House on behalf of her deceased husband, and last weekend thousands of believers “broke bread” on a mile-long “Communion Table” on the D.C. Mall.
Let’s examine what is true about these important events.
Truth is always based on evidence.
Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples, and Peace in the Middle East
When I think about knowing what’s true, several Scriptures come to mind.
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6).
All truth centers in the Person of Jesus who possesses more evidence for his life and teaching than any individual in history. Jesus said:
“If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:31,32).
He emphasized studying well and holding onto his teaching. A disciple is a “learner” by definition. When we seek to discover truth, its rightness and power sets us free in all areas of life. Finally:
“The sum of your word is truth, and every one of your righteous rules endures forever” (Psalm 119:160).
I determined decades ago to make the Bible my spiritual, moral, and historical compass. It contains perfect truth about reality. I must measure everything by the principles in God’s Word.
Another key point: truth is always based on evidence. It’s not blind, pie-in-the-sky, believe whatever you want to believe. If something is true, then actual evidence will point to it. Thus the Old Testament idea of two or three witnesses (Deuteronomy 19:15) and the Western (biblical) practice of using evidence in court to determine guilt or innocence.
This “discovery” in a fallen world is never perfect because human beings make mistakes and certain confirming evidences can be missed. But we believe in due process. 1) Find out as many facts as possible. 2) Lay them out clearly and honestly, and 3) Believe what the evidence reveals (the truth).
For many years, I taught “The Conscience of a Christian” in various parts of the world. It was such an important topic that I turned it into the book Restoring America’s Conscience. It reveals that human beings can develop a “seared conscience” through unbelief and disobedience (1 Timothy 4:2).
When that happens, evidence makes very little impression upon you. You believe what you want to believe. The facts don’t move you to change your position.
That’s an extremely dangerous path because your hardened heart/mind blinds you to the truth.
Now let’s apply these ideas to current events.
Columbus Day
It’s worth celebrating in America because Christopher Columbus was a man of faith who sailed across the ocean for the glory of God, and whose courage and vision led to the establishment of the greatest biblically-based nation in history–the United States of America.
Columbus had his faults (as we all do), but his strengths far out-weighed them in discovering the New World.
For a marvelous set of facts about Columbus’ important role in world history, please read “Christopher Columbus and the Birth of the Modern World” by Rod Martin. (He’s one of my favorite thinkers.)
Here are some excerpts:
Columbus is accused of “ending paradise.” But what did he actually end? He ended the isolation that kept both hemispheres’ peoples impoverished and parochial. He ended a technological and commercial segregation that shackled human advancement. He ended the Middle Ages in Europe, expanded the physical and intellectual horizons of millions, and helped birth the modern world.
Because Columbus sailed, a civilizational exchange unlike any before it was set in motion. The Columbian Exchange eventually sent crops, animals, ideas, technologies, and people back and forth across the Atlantic. It made possible the rise of nations in the New World that would, in time, proclaim and protect the rights of man. It created the conditions for the American experiment, which — despite our sins and struggles — has been, aside from salvation, the greatest blessing to the greatest number in the history of the world.
Indigenous Peoples
The past administration ignored Columbus Day and did all they could to promote “Indigenous Peoples Day” every October. Why? Because of their disdain for America’s godly heritage and desire to create a secular state.
Native peoples in America prior to and after the 16th century were no different than primitive peoples worldwide for thousands of years (including my savage German ancestors). They had many cultural strengths (due to general revelation) because they were made in God’s image. But lacking biblical “special revelation,” most lived in cultural darkness including constant warfare, human torture, child sacrifice, cannibalism, and poverty.
They also owned slaves (like many others)–which today’s history books fail to mention.
Please take time to read Dr. Paul Kengor’s “Indigenous Slavers: American Indians Who Whipped and Owned Blacks” for a an honest perspective on indigenous peoples.
We should honor all the good aspects of peoples that preceded us. But Christopher Columbus uniquely changed the world for good–and should be celebrated.
Middle East Peace
The State Department argues that President Trump ended seven wars in seven months–and just completed the eighth–an amazing peace accord between the Palestinians (Hamas) and the nation of Israel. How touching it was to see the remaining hostages united with loved ones after two years in terrorist hell.
No one can honestly argue about Trump’s record. The fast accomplishment of these diplomatic victories is unprecedented. And the final victory–Trump’s 24-hour whirlwind to Israel and Egypt to sign the peace accord, accompanied by various world leaders–is a stupendous accomplishment.
He should have been a shoo-in for the Nobel Peace Prize.
But the Norwegian group has a seared conscience. The evidence of Trump’s triumphs made no impression on them.
Here’s the main reason. It’s not that they dislike him for his flamboyant past or bellicose temperament. No, the primary reason for the secular world’s hatred comes from his strong commitment to renew the biblical foundations in America and beam that light around the world.
The heart of this Administration was most clearly seen in the array of national leaders who talked about God/Jesus at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service.
It was like an American tent revival.
Satan hates Donald Trump for delaying his plans to destroy faith in America. So do many others (world leaders, secular media and academia etc.) who’ve allowed the demonic world to sear their consciences.
As I stated in a former post, President Trump is Resetting the World. Like it or not, that’s reality.
President Trump said in Jerusalem:
“This is not only the end of a war. This is the end of an age of terror and death and the beginning of the age of faith and hope and of God… It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what will soon be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.”
What Trump has accomplished short term is probably best summed up by Newt Gingrich in “The President of Peace.” Gingrich lays out the truth based on evidence.
It’s the same with Columbus Day, indigenous people, honoring Charlie Kirk, and Communion Table on the Washington Mall.
Don’t miss the revival of truth God is bringing to the USA and the world.
His truth march includes you.
The Big Beautiful Bill and the Turning of the “MV USA”
Our hearts and prayers are with the people of central Texas this week in “flash flood alley” where possibly 100 people were killed and many homes devastated along Guadalupe River.
We can be comforted that the children that perished are now safe in Jesus’ arms. And thank God for the bravery of many to save lives. Let’s continue to pray, give to relief efforts, and help bring closure on earth to the grieving in the Texas hill country in coming days.
When one fellow countryman suffers, we all suffer (Romans 12:15)
But unlike the flash floods, some human disasters are man-made such as bad laws and incompetent leadership. In this article, I’d like to share my perspective on the “Big, Beautiful Bill” and its mission to slowly turn the ship of the United States of America (MV USA).
The Big Beautiful Bill and the Turning of the “MV USA”
Exactly one year prior to America’s 250th birthday, President Trump signed into law the “Big Beautiful Bill” the nation has been talking about for months. What does the bill do for America and its people? Who is telling the truth about it?
I believe the “Big Beautiful Bill” is a necessary “course correction” for the United States of America to help renew our nation.
Let’s begin with some historical perspective.
America was founded as a unique biblically based nation in 1776. Not all colonists in early America were followers of Jesus, but the vast majority were God-fearing or accepted the Bible’s moral tenets. Our culture from 1776 to 1960 (184 years) was based on biblical ideas of “In God We Trust,” the Ten Commandments, the Golden Rule, and so forth.
Never perfect. Many flaws. But, overall, Judeo-Christian in morals and principles (including government).
For the past two-to-three generations, many Americas have turned toward atheism/secularism in personal mores, education, arts and entertainment, and bad government policies fueled by the demonic world (and its human foils) to destroy the USA as a faith-based nation.
I have written many articles (and some books) on this worldview battle over the past fifty years.
Most writers call this secular tilt “the Left.” I don’t because the phrase is meaningless. Human culture is not a turn signal. It is formed through worldviews–what we believe about God, people, morals, and meaning.
For example, the biblical worldview includes loving and respecting God, human beings having dignity being made in his image, God-given rights (life, liberty, and property), strong families, hard work, free enterprise, godly institutions, limited civil government, and being a beacon of freedom in the world.
On the other hand, the secular worldview denies God’s reality, teaches that human beings are cosmic accidents, believes human rights come from rulers, weakens the family unity, encourages a welfare state, and promotes socialism/communism (even a one world government).
Despite their many faults, the Republican Party generally promotes biblical principles which made America great (including the abolition of slavery in the 19th century). In recent history, the Democratic Party morphed into the anti-God party that seems hell bent (with a compliant liberal media) on destroying every aspect of faith and morality in our country. (Drag queens are good. Really?)
Enter Donald Trump in 2016 and 2024. God is using him to renew our national foundations, reform the American government and promote peace through strength throughout the world.
Trump has the unique position of being of a non-sequential two term president. He learned much from his first four years in office–quite an asset. Following his second election, he hit the ground running with 100+ executive orders reversing the secular tide. And knew he must work with Congress to turn America around.
Hence, the “Big Beautiful Bill (BBB).” It’s laden with pork and too much spending. But overall, it’s good political sausage that turns the American nation in a wiser direction.
It was worth passing for three monumental course corrections.
Border Security – The BBB helps the United States become a sovereign nation again after the disastrous Biden open border years–allowing 12 million illegal aliens (including maybe 700,000 criminals) enter the country. Almost miraculously, illegal border crosses have gone from 10,000 people a day to almost none. No, it didn’t take “comprehensive immigration policy” to accomplish it–just a new president who was willing to enforce the law. The bill adds border agents, technology, and funds the completion of the wall.
America is a secure nation once again.
Welfare Reform – The new administration wants to get lazy folks and addicts off of the dole. The new Medicaid rules (social safety net) provide for those who can’t work, single parents who have dependent children, and seniors. But it forces able-bodied Americans to look for work or volunteer at charities (20 hours a week).
The Medicaid changes might lead to nine million people getting a job or volunteering at a charity (20 hours a week). This former Clinton-era policy returns us to the concept of the “diligent poor.” It saves 1.3 trillion over ten years.
It also stops state governments from ripping off federal taxpayers. In 40 states there are no Medicaid restrictions because it’s a cash cow for state governments that the Feds reimburse up to 6%. Trump is lowering it to 3.5%.
Ungodly leaders push for big welfare states not primarily for compassion purposes but for control. Poorer, dependable folks are more easily “herded.” Right now, 100 million people in the USA receive some form of welfare–up over 100% in ten years. This bill “turns” Americans back toward the value of work, not state serfdom.
Lower Taxes – At the heart of the BBB is renewing the original Trump tax cuts and making them permanent. Otherwise, everybody’s taxes go up this year. This will especially help the lower and middle classes. No taxes on tips, overtime pay, and Social Security income will put more money into the pockets of everyday Americans–even encourage savings.
My CPA told me yesterday that the BBB tax changes will benefit 75% of all Americans. The ones that benefit least are the wealthy whose deductions are “phased out” based on higher income.
Don’t believe the propaganda that the tax provisions in the BBB help the wealthy or billionaires. That’s a lie. Making the Trump tax cuts permanent is for the folks.
Tax cuts make people more prosperous and ultimately bring in more revenue for the U.S. Treasury. We have a 36 trillion-dollar debt. Forty percent of Americans pay no income taxes. The federal government takes in five trillion dollars a year in taxes–but we spend seven trillion.
The Big Beautiful Bill will economically help all Americans and close the federal deficit gap. Coupled with tariff revenue (500 billion to one trillion annually), DOGE cuts, and new energy exports, we could be on our way to a balanced budget and whittling away the obscene national debt.
The two best articles I’ve read on the BBB are Newt Gingrich’s Votes Against the One Big Beautiful Bill Were Votes Against the American People and Grover Norquist’s Trump’s BBB and It’s Permanent Tax Cut Will Change the World.
Choose your sources carefully. Lying is condoned in the ungodly worldview (the end justifies the means). It’s a sin in the biblical one.
The USA has entered a season of cultural shift–heading toward our 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. We are a “big boat” that influences the world. Government renewal, spiritual revival, and positive changes in education, entertainment, and other areas of life are beginning to “re-route” the USA.
That’s why there’s increased violence, lies, fear, and loathing among the ungodly. They’re losing control.
Keep praying. Man your station.
And don’t give up the ship.
Democratic Party Implosion
I accidently splashed some selenium sulfide in my eyes last week and haven’t been able to read or write (missed my first blog in eighteen years).
My physical vision is coming back slowly.
I’m more concerned about the moral vision of the Democratic Party. A recent poll had Democrats at an all-time low for “positive views” at seven percent. Wow. They remain leaderless, sat on their hands at the Trump address before a Joint Session of Congress, and caved on the recent continuing resolution.
Is the party that gave us Jefferson, Jackson, FDR, and Kennedy dying?
My thoughts on the current Dem implosion.