It seems like I've really gotten into History alot as of lately... In school, I've always been the one with a "C" in history. I can't really say why. I guess in my brain i know it is factual, but when I read it on paper, its not real to me. You know what I mean? I must not let my mind imagine it.. so therefore, its kinda like a really boring story from a long, long time ago that doesn't really apply to me. I think my eyes are opening...
My friends invited me to go down to Va to stay with some really awesome people, go to church, and also explore the DC area and visit Mt.Vernon. I haven't really put much thought to our founding forefathers. All I ever said on the matter was that the ten commandments were used in a court house, so the people must have been godly. Little did I know that George Washington, our first president, was a mason. I can't tell you if his soul is in heaven or hell... But what I can tell you is my opinion on the matter. (The fact that I have an opinion on history is improvement to me lol) I always just assumed George Washington was a Christian. While some friends and I were at Mt.Vernon, we also stopped by the tomb where his body was kept. There was a guy there who talked a little, and answered questions if there were any... I asked him if history claims George Washington was a Christian. He answered saying that never once did Washington refer to God as Jesus Christ. He also said that up until a certain point, Washington faithfully attended a Christian non-denominational church. But after that point, he never attended that church since. I know the bible says that there is only one mediator between us and God, and that is Jesus. I got the impression that during that era, religion was a very personal thing. I do understand that... But I also strongly believe that when someone knows the true God, they cannot keep Him a secret.
For some really sad reason, God has now become a very relative term. God to some is Jesus Christ, and to others.. Is Allah. But a true God-fearing Christian will say that Jesus Christ is the one true God! Why could Washington never proclaim the name of Jesus? That just seems somewhat off to me. Then again, it is very masonish (not a word) to do that. Correct me if I'm wrong... But didn't people from different faiths (Muslim and Christian's alike) get together and talk about God with one another? Thats wack! Dude, your "god" is Allah, but mine is Jesus Christ! We have absolutely nothing in common in the faith area. Justttt messed up!
Okay now for the convicting things I have realized about my life-living.
Last night my family and I went to watch the movie Defiance. I do not in anyway promote that movie... If you have a filter that will filter out the filthy language, then I totally recommend it! My point is not to tell you to go see it unless you have a way of avoiding the crap.. But anyways, the rest that wasn't crap was really, really, really eye opening. I don't want to ruin it for any of you all... But to me, that movie made history real to me. It gave me a new perspective on the annihilation of the Jews during WWII. I guess I had never considered that there were infact Jews who fought back. The convicting thing to me, I guess,, would be taking for granted the things that some people have never had. Here us Americans are living freely, but hardly living. And the Jews during that time... Had lost their right to be alive. What if our right to be alive was taken away? How would I live, holding onto life? Will I be more serious about the Lord's work? Will I be more concerned with the still, small voice; the leading of the Holy Spirit telling me where to go, as He leads? Theres something to chew on.
Comment if you have thoughts!
-Kaitlin.
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Masons are actually a social club and not any actual faith. It's more like a fraternity and if anything they mythology of the Masons is like any other conspiracy. Made up.
I think being a public figure, Washington wanted to make sure that he kept religion and his job in government separate. Considering the turbulent times, it makes sense.
But yeah, Mason's are a social club and nothing more.
I understand where your getting at. But his private life would say the same of him. And social club makes more sense. But didn't people of different faiths gather together to talk about God? When i read up on it over the internet, different sites say different things.
Hi K-
Be warned, tour guides and liberals in general want to rewrite history. All you have to do is read GW's personal writings and you know he was a REAL Christian. As to the Mason thing, they are bad news when you get in deep - yes, they are a cult. However, I think it's generally accepted among honest historians that he wasn't into the bad stuff. When you first get into Mason stuff, it is just like a social club that helps people and stuff. Anyway, if you have questions, talk to my hubby. He's well researched in the GW area, as he's a history buff and a firm believer in the Christianity this country was founded on. See you later.
Your Sis in Christ,
Nikki
I'm not sure if Washington was a Christian or not, but I've read somethings online on the masons because I know a few people (or know of) who are members.
All I understand is that it is, yes, a social "club" of sorts, but that members are not allowed to discuss their beliefs with other members, if I remember that correctly. To me, that seems to defy what Christ said in the end of Mark, "Go and preach the gospel." If nothing else, it's a sure fire way of keeping a Christian silent, that is if he holds to the masonic standards.
On the other hand, I'm also informed that there are exclusively "Christian" lodges, especially in Europe. But over all I'm not sure what to make of them. "Cult" means to hide or cover over, thus I would agree that the masons are a cult. It is hard to get any solid info on them, either positive or negative. Discernment would bid me "stay away." Jesus never told us to hide anything, we have nothing to hide. He told us to display our faith, not keep silent under certain circumstances.
"You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." -Matthew 5:14-16
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