Posted on 03/25/2005 10:18:13 PM PST by goldstategop
Dear Gov. Bush:
You are in a difficult position. There are few men who find themselves in a situation such as yours. Quite literally, you are the only hope, the only person in the world who can save the life of this defenseless woman facing an unjust death.
I want to give you courage. I understand that advisers may point to polls and public opinion that seem to show most people believe the government should never have become involved in this conflict. While it is true these polls are misleading because the questions misinform the respondent in telling them that Terri is brain-dead, etc., the fact that public opinion is really not against you is of little importance. Let me tell you why.
The Lord God is truly on your side. You know the Scripture, "If God be for me who can be against me?" The Lord is always searching for "mighty men of valor" to do His work. You must instinctively know that Americans yearn for men of courage, principle and perseverance. We see over and over our leaders making an initial effort to do what is right and then, when the going gets tougher and the odds seem insurmountable, they feint. That lack of perseverance, determination and resolve has led to a lack of faith in our leaders.
You know that God is present in every situation. He never advocates injustice or any other evil. Only God has the authority to give and take innocent life. But He most often works through godly men and women, and he expects all believers to do His will regardless of the perceived cost. God has allowed this task to come to you. All life is a test, and this is clearly a test of your faith in God.
God loves you and will never test you beyond what you are able to do. But he tells us to take His yoke. He will carry you through this challenge. Don't rely upon yourself. There is a point at which we all throw up our hands and say, "I have done all I can." The pressure and stress seem overwhelming. But God says, if you have faith in Me I will do the work for you – I will give you victory. He promises that he wants only good for you:
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Jeremiah 29:11
But he expects you to trust in Him:
The LORD is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?
This trust isn't a belief that God exists, but a faith that God will always sustain us when we do His will, that he is a rewarder of those who seek His will and do it.
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage, be not afraid, neither be dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you whithersoever you go. Joshua 1:9
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Hebrews 11:6
You are the chief executive of the state of Florida. You are not the servant of an un-elected judiciary. You have been given power by the people of Florida to protect their rights and lives. Don't fail them!
Speak for those who cannot speak for themselves in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. Proverbs 31:8
You've been given a gift of leadership. On one hand you probably think that the Schaivo case is a burden that you wish God had never given you. But think of this – God has entrusted you with the honor of responsibility. He expects you to do much because He has given you the opportunity and ability to do much.
For whom much is given, of him much shall be required. Luke 12:48
Moreover it is required in stewards that a man be found faithful. 1 Corinthians 4:2
I believe this culture of death that is now overtaking our country is fostered by a movement away from God.
In Proverbs God says, "All they that hate me love death." (Proverbs 8:36)
Gov. Bush, you have the right to exercise your authority to save this woman's life. You have the authority to reject a corrupt judge's corrupt decision. Remember when the pharoah issued the order that all Hebrew male infants should be killed? What did Moses' mother do? She broke the law of the civil authority. She saved the life of her son. This act of civil disobedience or lawbreaking gave her a place in the great chapter of the Bible known as the "Hall of Faith." Her courage was seen by God – not as lawlessness but as a supreme act of faith! (Hebrews 11:23)
Jesus says that yes, you will have many detractors – people who will revile you for doing the right thing, but you will be rewarded greatly by God.
Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad for great is your reward. Matthew 5:11, 12
… let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus … so that you may not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:1-3
Remember all the men and women of this country who are searching for leaders of courage. I have been profoundly affected by your obviously sincere concern for Terri Schiavo. I can see that you are deeply disturbed by her plight. I know I am right in believing you will always regret it if you don't do the right thing here. It will haunt you. I promise you, you will never regret fighting the good fight through to its end. People will follow that kind of a leader. People, even those who disagree with your politics, recognize the value of a man who will not compromise his principles.
May God bless you.
(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
Great read. If only Jeb and George would see it and be moved!
All very nice, but Jeb Bush CANNOT BREAK THE LAW even if that law is bad.
When Terri Schaivo dies, are we going to see people calling Jeb Bush a murderer, like they're calling her husband?
I sincerely hope not. Jeb Bush has stood by the Schindler family throughout all this. The idea that he can just brush aside legality with 'a stroke of a pen' and is being judged accordingly by some is disturbing to say the least.
Is there anybody who hasn't tried jumping on this sad and sick bandwagon?
As repugnant as this may sound, those who lambaste the judges need to remember that if we go against them and actively seek to undermine their rulings, then we become lower then them and play right into the hands of the evil DemocRATic liberals from hell.
To usurp the rule of law is to undermine the very fabric of our nation that lives by the rule of law. If we think the law bites on an issue, we change the law. If the legislators refuse to change the law, we replace the legislators. That is what the GOP Revolution of 1994 was all about where there was a net gain of 12 Senate and 54 House Seats for the GOP.
We need to stay focused on the rule of law, people. Otherwise, what gains we have made will be completely negated and we will have lost all the progress we have made, and possibly our majorities in the House and Senate.
There is no "rule of law" in euthanasia. The very idea of it is abhorrent to a free people. There is no "rule of law" in hearsay evidence either, which is the "rule" that the courts are using to put to death an innocent woman by starvation and dehydration.
Jeb has power to act. He is equal to the judicary in his responsibility, and has an obligation to step in to protect citizens from the judiciary. If the public disagrees, they can vote Jeb out.
You people have gone crazy.
I agree. I was sickened when Reno sent in those thugs to grab elian. I do not want to see it again. As much as this sucks we can't do the same thing that we hated.
I have heard from so many posters that Terri wants to die.
Seems to me like she is giving it her best effort to stay alive.
She is truly an extra ordinary person.
(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
Principles are great, but he needs some law on his side to do something.
With all these judges rulings on this matter, I think his hands seems to be tied unless social services goes in.
They won't go in because after they do, the next day they lose their job.
Congress officially should hand the Judges in Florida on contempt charges. Terri was due in front of Congress and was ordered to be there as a witness in good shape.
As to whether Congress reams Florida a new one depends on the people's reaction. If the people scream, Congress will strike. If the people get quiet, then Congress lets the issue die in the dark.
Some people believe human law trumps Moral Law.
(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
No, you have gone crazy.
(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
Jeb and W are evil now, doncha know?
I'm with you, goldstategop.
BTW, thanks for posting all these articles.. It's good to see the truth on FR, as usual. :-)
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