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Editorial
June 17, 1961
The Herald
Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia
What is this article about?
J. Reddick's editorial advises preparing for unavoidable events by aligning with God's inevitable plans, using biblical examples of Saul and Jesus, and stressing the Theocentric world where tyrants opposing divine will are doomed.
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By J. Reddick
BE WISE
When by the very nature of things a certain hour cannot be evaded, it is wisdom for us to whom that hour concerns to prepare and make our adjustments to it. By cooperating with the inevitable we direct resulting consequences to all possible good.
A comedian once stated, "If I knew the day that death was coming for me, I'd be gone off that day." Many of us seek to impose this principle upon real life situations. We are conscious of unavoidable future events, unpleasant at face value, but which concern us. Instead of preparing for such events, we seek for methods of escape; although, there is no method by which anyone can escape.
Scripture references: Acts 9:5; Matthew 26:42. It is very impractical to work against the incline of the Inevitable. When this truth was given to Saul by a shocking experience, he accepted it and directed his life work to another relationship with the Inevitable. We do have a given relationship to the total creation, by the very nature of our being. As the world moves, our relationships must progress in harmony with the Divine if we have assumed the right relationship to God's creation.
We should realize that this world is Theocentric. The Creator is at the center of this world instead of the created. The wishes and dreams of the former or the present tyrants and unscrupulous political leaders are already doomed which were not, or are not in harmony with the will of the Creator. We can do nothing to change God's plans. Wise people adjust their relationship to it, even Jesus did in the Garden.
By J. Reddick
BE WISE
When by the very nature of things a certain hour cannot be evaded, it is wisdom for us to whom that hour concerns to prepare and make our adjustments to it. By cooperating with the inevitable we direct resulting consequences to all possible good.
A comedian once stated, "If I knew the day that death was coming for me, I'd be gone off that day." Many of us seek to impose this principle upon real life situations. We are conscious of unavoidable future events, unpleasant at face value, but which concern us. Instead of preparing for such events, we seek for methods of escape; although, there is no method by which anyone can escape.
Scripture references: Acts 9:5; Matthew 26:42. It is very impractical to work against the incline of the Inevitable. When this truth was given to Saul by a shocking experience, he accepted it and directed his life work to another relationship with the Inevitable. We do have a given relationship to the total creation, by the very nature of our being. As the world moves, our relationships must progress in harmony with the Divine if we have assumed the right relationship to God's creation.
We should realize that this world is Theocentric. The Creator is at the center of this world instead of the created. The wishes and dreams of the former or the present tyrants and unscrupulous political leaders are already doomed which were not, or are not in harmony with the will of the Creator. We can do nothing to change God's plans. Wise people adjust their relationship to it, even Jesus did in the Garden.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Inevitable Events
God's Will
Theocentric World
Biblical Acceptance
Religious Wisdom
Divine Harmony
What entities or persons were involved?
J. Reddick
Saul
Jesus
God
Creator
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Wisdom In Preparing For Inevitable Events By Aligning With God's Will
Stance / Tone
Exhortative Religious Guidance
Key Figures
J. Reddick
Saul
Jesus
God
Creator
Key Arguments
Prepare For Unavoidable Events Like Death By Cooperating With The Inevitable
Avoid Seeking Escape From Unpleasant Future Events
Scripture Teaches Acceptance Of God's Plans (Acts 9:5; Matthew 26:42)
Saul Accepted The Inevitable And Redirected His Life
The World Is Theocentric With The Creator At The Center
Tyrants And Political Leaders Not In Harmony With God's Will Are Doomed
Wise People Adjust Their Relationship To God's Plans, As Jesus Did