We Need Statesmen

For a child will be born to us,

a son will be given to us;

and the government will rest on His shoulders;

and His name will be called Wonderful Counselor,

Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:6

 

 

 

What our country needs more than anything else is statesmen! Leaders who lead for the love of the country not the love of money and power!

 

Excuse my political rant.  I try to keep those out of social media because it gives people an opportunity to lash out.

 

I was reminded by a recent visit to the Washington, D.C. As I walked in that town of so much power I found myself asking, "Where are the statesmen?"

 

Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson lost his entire fortune because he took time out of his life as a Virginia farmer to lead this nation.  He GAVE his personal library to the nation so that we would be a nation of literacy.  That's right, he did not sell it, he gave it. If you haven't done so lately, read the Declaration of Independence.  Read all of it! 

Mount Vernon, home of George Washington

George Washington could have been president for his entire life.  Many wanted to make him king!  He stepped down.  Why?  He thought it would be better for our nation! Take the time to read Washington's Farewell Address.  It will surprise you.