Where Has This Bush Been?

Dear God-

I watched the State of the Union Address Last night and couldn't help, but wonder where this strong, conservative President has been. I believe that Bush was your chosen candidate, but some of the decisions he has made recently have upset me to my core. He seemed to be migrating to the left a little. But last night I had a restored trust in him.


White House Photo by Eric Draper

In the beginning of the address he called for less government and placing government back in the hands of the people...

"In the work ahead, we must be guided by the philosophy that made our nation great. As Americans, we believe in the power of individuals to determine their destiny and shape the course of history. We believe that the most reliable guide for our country is the collective wisdom of ordinary citizens. And so in all we do, we must trust in the ability of free peoples to make wise decisions, and empower them to improve their lives for their futures."

He seems to be migrating back towards tried and true conservative principles - allow the people to decide their destiny. I principle that has worked time and time again (i.e. the Reagan years).

Bush also talked about placing money back in the hands of the people. This sounded very much like Reagan...

"To build a prosperous future, we must trust people with their own money and empower them to grow our economy. As we meet tonight, our economy is undergoing a period of uncertainty. America has added jobs for a record 52 straight months, but jobs are now growing at a slower pace. Wages are up, but so are prices for food and gas. Exports are rising, but the housing market has declined. At kitchen tables across our country, there is a concern about our economic future."

Bush also sounded strong as he waved his veto sword. He didn't seem to be the scared little man he has been in the past. He doesn't seem afraid to stand up for his principles and fight again the democrats!

He also seemed fierce here...

"Since 9/11, we have taken the fight to these terrorists and extremists. We will stay on the offense, we will keep up the pressure, and we will deliver justice to our enemies.

We are engaged in the defining ideological struggle of the 21st century. The terrorists oppose every principle of humanity and decency that we hold dear. Yet in this war on terror, there is one thing we and our enemies agree on: In the long run, men and women who are free to determine their own destinies will reject terror and refuse to live in tyranny. And that is why the terrorists are fighting to deny this choice to the people in Lebanon, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Palestinian Territories. And that is why, for the security of America and the peace of the world, we are spreading the hope of freedom."

I'm excited to see what President Bush will do for our country over the next year. I'm thankful that we have a President that recognizes the true threat that is terrorism. I believe that had we elected a democrat our country would be much worse off.

I pray God that Americans will elect a Godly candidate in this upcoming election. I pray that you will lead and guide this candidate in every decision. The fate of America depends on your protection and should we continue down our unGodly path, I fear that your protection will be lifted.

I just pray that the Christians will go to war for this country and return it back to its Godly roots!!

Love you God,
Andy

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Quotes courtesy of www.whitehouse.gov

To God: January 22, 2008 (Roe v. Wade)

Dear God-

As you know, today marks the 35th anniversary of the landmark decision of Roe v. Wade. This case decided that most abortion laws and laws preventing abortion were unconstitutional under the 14th Amendment. It is so sad to think of all the babies that have been aborted because of this case.

God I pray that those who are marching in Washington D.C. and those in the Pro-Life movement make a real change. I pray that our Congressmen and women begin to have a change of heart. I pray that your anointing will begin to soften hearts and open eyes to the truth. I pray that those who fight hardest for abortion rights will begin to become sick at the decisions they have made and supported. I ask you God for these things because I know you are able. I know that I pray to a God who is mighty and alive and well.

I am so thankful for you God. I cannot wait to see change happen in our country. I pray that hearts all across the US will begin to turn back to you. Will hunger after You and righteousness. I long for those things!

Love you God.

Andy

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I Thank God for our Military

I am so thankful to have an awesome military in this country. They are truly amazing men and women. I pray for God's protection over them!!!

You stay up for 16 hours।

He stays up for days on end.




You take a warm shower to help you wake up.
He goes days or weeks without running water.




You complain of a "headache", and call in sick.
He gets shot at as others are hit, and keeps moving forward.




You put on your anti war/don't support the troops shirt, and go meet up with your friends.
He still fights for your right to wear that shirt.




You talk trash about your "buddies" that aren't with you.
He knows he may not see some of his buddies again.




You walk down the beach, staring at all the pretty girls.
He patrols the streets, searching for insurgents and terrorists.

..


You complain about how hot it is.
He wears his heavy gear, not daring to take off his helmet to wipe his brow.

..


You go out to lunch, and complain because the restaurant got your order wrong.
He doesn't get to eat today.




Your maid makes your bed and washes your clothes.
He wears the same things for weeks, but makes sure his weapons are clean.




You go to the mall and get your hair redone.
He doesn't have time to brush his teeth today.




You're angry because your class ran 5 minutes over.
He's told he will be held over an extra 2 months.




You call your girlfriend and set a date for tonight.
He waits for the mail to see if there is a letter from home.




You hug and kiss your girlfriend, like you do everyday.
He holds his letter close and smells his love's perfume.




You roll your eyes as a baby cries.
He gets a letter with pictures of his new child, and wonders if they'll ever meet.




You criticize your government, and say that war never solves anything.
He sees the innocent tortured and killed by their own people and remembers why he is fighting.




You hear the jokes about the war, and make fun of men like him.
He hears the gunfire, bombs and screams of the wounded.




You see only what the media wants you to see.
He sees the broken bodies lying around him.




You are asked to go to the store by your parents. You don't.
He does exactly what he is told even if it puts his life in danger.




You stay at home and watch TV.
He takes whatever time he is given to call, write home, sleep, and eat.




If you support your troops, the click "reply to poster" copy all the codes, and repost the bulletin.

If you don't support your troops well, then don't re-post. You won't die in 7 days, your love life won't be affected, and you won't have the worst day ever. You don't have to repost. It's not like you know the men and women that are dying to preserve your rights.

To God - January 18, 2008

Hey God-

First of all, I want to thank you for allowing me to go on the trip to Gatlinburg. It was so much fun. It was so awesome to view some of your mighty creation. I was in awe a lot of the time.

Below are some of my favorite pictures from the trip...Thanks to Anna for taking them!!!

This is my favorite picture...

Right before we ate at some restaurant. I can't think of the name. Joe looks like some man who just walked up from behind and jumped in the picture.

If you can't tell Joe fell into the water and I was cracking up because I had just warned him that the rocks were slick.

Kyle and I in some big ol' rocking chair.

Well thanks again God for that opportunity. I am so thankful to be able to do that kind of stuff. I can't wait for the next trip, I'm thinking it is going to be a cruise.

Classes started this week and the end of my undergrad is in sight. I think I will be able to squeeze what I have left into one more semester. I am enjoying my classes so far, I think I will learn a lot. It is so awesome to have a great job too. I was calculating to see how much less I would have made on this paycheck if I was still at my old job and it was more than $100 and I had only worked 23 hours this paycheck. God you are awesome!

Church has been unbelievable too. There is just such excitement and anticipation in the air. It's almost like Christmas morning each time we come to church because we are all expecting something awesome to happen and it always does.

My Pastor Brian preached awesome last night. He said "2008 is our year" and he also said that this is our year for harvest and prosperity. I could have exploded listening to him. I got so excited. He was saying the importance of being positive and speaking things into action, because the Bible says that "Life and Death lie in the power of the tongue" Proverbs 18:21. So I am going to stop speaking negative and speak positive. He also spoke of writing things down and the power that is in that. So I am going to write down things I KNOW WILL HAPPEN this year...

My dad will once again be saved and will serve God with all of his being at Victory Worship Center.

My mom will also move to Victory Worship Center and work with my dad in a powerful children's ministry.

I will lose weight.

I will grow deeper in my relationship with God.

I will get straight A's the next two semester's at Miami.

I will do outstanding on the LSAT's.

I will get into a great law school - the school God wants me to be in!

I will walk perfectly in God's will.

I will lead many people to Christ.

I will see all of my lost family and friends saved.

My church family will see their family and friends saved.

Victory Worship Center will move into a huge building that allows us to do all the ministries that fall within the vision of Pastor Brian Sawyers.

Those called by God to join Victory Worship Center will come without hesitation.

Our church will grow in spirit, number and financially.

I cannot wait to see these things happen God. I pray that you move upon hearts even now and lead and guide me and those who are seeking your will.

Love you God!

Andy

To God - January 4, 2008

Dear God-

I just saw the results from the Iowa Caucus and I must say I am surprised. It was a pleasure to see that Hilary did not win, but I don't know if the alternative (Obama) is any better. I know that I would probably crawl into a cave somewhere if Hilary won and I can deal better with Obama winning, but I want a republican (a true republican) in the White House for four more years. I just think that having someone who would withdrawl troops from Iraq and the middle east is scary.

I like Huckabee I think. I'm not sure. There is just something about him I am not sure about. Please God help me to see who to vote for. You know that I long to walk in your will even when it comes down to something like this. Just lead and guide me with this decision.

I pray that our country will unite once more. It seems that we are so divided into two parties. I know the saying goes that divided we will fall and I wholeheartedly believe that. Allow us to find hope in you and seek after you. Show our country that we are nothing without you and if we think that we are, humble us. I believe that our country can still be restored to the greatness it once had if we seek after you and put all our trust in you. Help us to do that!!!

Lead and guide voters to make the proper decision and select the candidate that you have for us. In the Bible you ordained and anointed Kings to rule over Israel. I pray that we can find a candidate like David. One that would seek after your heart and your desires for our country. I don't believe it is impossible to have that!

Love you God! I place my trust in you and not in man!