Where was God when Hitler and Stolin were in power? I've been so stuck on that. I cannot believe that those poor people weren't praying and asking for help and mercy. Does the Bible explain that? I always pray for the US and World. But, I am not better than those that were starved, murdered and tortured. Can someone explain that for me? BTW, I do realize that those two horrible times were not the only ones. And that Christians and Jews continue to be persecuted.
God gave authority over the whole earth to Adam and Eve. Adam disobeyed God and allied himself to Satan, following Eve's example. The result is the catastrophic mess you see now. It will get worse.
Jesus came as the Last Adam and defeated Satan. Jesus did what Adam failed to do - obey God. Rebellion leading to disobedience is the root of every evil. Jesus was entirely righteous.
Lord Jesus gave His authority and power to believers. Christians are the real authority on the earth now. The problem is that most Christians fail to exercise that authority. Sometimes its ignorance, sometimes spiritual laziness and also because Christians fail to be 100% consecrated.
When I was in the military, my life was not my own. I did what I was told, went where I was sent, ate the food they supplied, wore the uniform they required and learned whatever was necessary to fulfill the role I had. I had little to do with civilians and an entirely different outlook on life. God calls us to be warriors. We also should be focused on the war that rages between Satan and God's people. In Christ, we are already victorious. Satan should have been cast into the lake of fire by now. But the church has become complacent and focused on selfish desires. There are some who know the truth and live it. Not nearly enough.
God's way with fallen humanity is simple. Let them do as they please. Read Romans 1:18-32 to discover what this means.
God is intervening as His people pray. There were many allied victories in WW2 when believers interceded. Israel is prevailing against her enemies in spite of the overwhelming odds against her. People are still coming to Christ, even in hell holes such as Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan. Obviously you will hear nothing good from the world's media. Be assured that God is on the throne and His will shall be done. The Kingdom of God will come to pass. The question is, are you 100% committed to the will of God? Are you a part of the problem or a part of the answer? Only you and God know that for sure.
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