Saturday, December 30, 2006

Mixed Feelings
Saddam Hussein is dead, hung and to be buried with his sons. New reports across the world are reporting this historic event, I flipped back and forth from CNN to TLC last night awaiting the news of his passing, and now I'm numb. In the beginning I spoke highly of taking him out, the things he allowed and was involved in were atrocious, if anyone deserved to die in my opinion, he did...But now that he's dead I'm not quite certain how I feel. Glad, relieved, saddened and concerned. A historic evil has been removed, his reign truly has ended, but he was a soul, a husband, and a father. The families of those he murdered must be relieved and rejoicing, but in Lebanon his children weep...I'm probably more for his death than against it, I am concerned about the response of those who favored him, how will this affect our world...and what about his soul? The scripture says that the soul that sins will die, that all have sinned and the wages of that sin death. It also states that the way of the transgressor is hard, this was definitely a tough way to go. My mind is racing on this issue, I don't want to lose out with God, for my life to become so self centered that I live without remorse or concern and lose my way. I read today on a message board where someone said that Saddam is today in hell, no doubt that is true, what is also true is that I don't want to go there...nor do I wish that on anyone else, regardless of how evil they are, I always pray that some how they have the opportunity to make things right with the Lord. Saddam's death was probably the right move, but I hope it serves to others as a wake up call, God is on the throne, He is coming soon, and we must be prepared, it's closer than we think!

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Neil, like you, I had mixed thoughts, as I watched that video of them about to hang him. I later saw a leaked cell phone video of him falling through the hole. As you said, he was a father and husband. I know he seemed to be a very vicious man, but he still had a soul, which is now lost, no doubt. And, it really bothered me, when I realized he no longer has a chance to get right with God. And, did anyone ever try to share the gospel of Jesus with him? I guess we will never know. But, I pray his remaining children/wife will come to know God before their time comes.

ruthrap said...

I want to say there is hope for everyone..but this man was satan personified..he was not a stupid man and I'm sure he knew of the gospel and even though he is a lost soul..how can anyone have compassion for such a cruel and debased person?....he paid the ultimate price for his sins and had plenty of time while he was in his spider hole and in prison to repent of them. He took innocent lives by the multitudes..to show empathy for this beast would be like showing it to Hitler...I'm sorry if I sound harsh, but I truly believe this dude is right where he belongs!

Anonymous said...

I too have a deep concern for how his death might bring about retaliation (sp) around the world. I understand your thoughts about his soul, and I did find myself thinking what a waste his life was. Imagine if a man of this charisma and influence had found Christ and directed his life under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. But the fact is, he had the opportunity and he rejected it. It's a shame, but he chose his course and his destiny.

Anonymous said...

I mentioned the same thign to Troy. I had said that I knew that this death was earned, and it would probably be good for him to not be here on earth to cause more harm... but his soul. Gd says in His word that he would not want any man to persih ANY man. So I'm sure it was a sad say in Heaven for this lost soul. It reminds you that we have a work to do.. we need to get out there and reach lost souls!