Mercy

The bigger they are, the harder they fall.

There are those who have sat in high places, who have held titled positions that are now being incriminated for crimes against this Union. And though this is a shortlist of names, the damage they caused while holding office has had a ripple effect across the land, as the decisions they made for “the good of the country” were filled with corruption and greed. While the American public was busy eking out a living, these standing accused took full advantage of their positions by trading taxpayer dollars for favors, making deals with foreign agencies that would benefit themselves regardless of how many lives were lost due to their scheming.

However, because the past has a very long memory, it has finally caught up with them, and so, they are now being asked to account for their actions while in office: those flagrant choices where they knowingly broke the law. Yet, in their minds, these corrupt politicians thought themselves unstoppable, and therefore, had no qualms about taking bribes or striking underhanded deals. As a result, they overplayed their hands, and counted their chips before the vote was cast, believing that one of their own was a shoo-in for President; which meant that not only would their illegal activities be hidden from the public eye, but that they could continue unabated until they achieved their true goal of fundamentally changing this nation.

But the people of this country had their own plan, so the one who thought she was destined for the top seat of government was woefully defeated. Since that time, she has done all she can to cause problems for the one who bested her, the man now sitting in the oval office. This attempt to muddy the waters has, unfortunately, done nothing to keep her and her conspirators crooked dealings from coming to light. Yet since she and her cronies still maintain a relationship with some of the most powerful people in the world, it has taken a concerted effort by those who seek justice to bring forth any indictments; for the recovery of truth has been blocked at every turn by delay and obfuscation.

Sadly, most who rise to the top with the use of nefarious means meet an unpleasant end, for unless their hearts turn to repentance, these are guaranteed My retribution: which demands a final sentence be carried out, where the one charged is found guilty no matter their plea.

Although it would only seem fair that those like these corrupt politicians know judgment in this lifetime, and are punished for their heinous criminal dealings, yet in My heart I still long to speak the word “forgiven” over them. For like all of mankind, these were lovingly made in My divine imagination, and carefully shaped by My hand. So then to take up an offense and desire harsh punishment be their sentence (even if the actions of these politicians were reprehensible) is not the position I want My own holding; for vindication is Mine alone to dispense. And whether or not these suspected for crimes against this nation ever stand trial here on earth, or serve a day behind bars, they will face an inescapable end, just as any other individual who chooses to reject My name as sovereign Lord. For without the right pardon, the execution of My judgment will fall upon all who stand accused.

However, none of My own should wish this end on anyone, for once I render this punishment, there is no hope left for redemption.

Therefore My children would do well to remember from whence they came, and how it is they stand acquitted of their own unrighteous behavior. For no one who comes before Me has ever earned the right to be called “innocent”, because every person, both living and dead, has sinned against My name. The only reason any are found blameless is because the weight of their shame was placed upon My Son’s shoulders.

So though there are consequences for breaking the law, where those who were wronged have the right to press charges against their offender, with My own, however, it is forgiveness I want offered instead; where turning the other cheek is the standard, and evil is repaid with kindness. Then those who claim to follow My Son must guard their hearts when they see and experience injustice, for those who demand fairness are often found holding offense.

Therefore, when politicians and leaders break the laws they are supposed to uphold by crossing over the line of integrity, and compromising what is decent to embrace dishonest conduct, let My children refrain from forming resentment towards these who are elected into office. Although, in this country, citizens have the privilege to vote leaders in and out, let My own not become too engrossed with the events in Washington. For while it is important to be aware of the issues happening in this nation, a preoccupation with such topics has developed within many believers, causing them to spend more time thinking about politics than contemplating the ways of My Kingdom. So then, these have forgotten that they are citizens of Heaven first, which means that what I am saying and doing should be their top priority.

If I have said, “Cast off every offense”, then this includes the indignation they have towards their governmental leaders; even those politicians who reportedly acted treasonously against this nation.

Therefore, I say to My children, “Don’t be filled with delight when you see the guilty brought to justice or punished, but instead, stand in the gap for their souls”, so that they, too, may discover My mercy before it’s too late. For even with their wealth and influence, devious politicians who have spent their lives in pursuit of power, truly lead a miserable existence; for how can any of these know inner peace, or have their guilt assuaged, without surrendering their hearts to Me?

Yet, it’s not prayers seeking vengeance and retaliation that spur Me to action, but it’s those petitions filled with words of compassion uttered for the depraved that most certainly will. I will honor these humble supplications from My children when they desire mercy over judgment, no matter who, or how vile is the offender. 

So then, when you pray for those who have been faulted, set this as the preferred outcome: that their hard hearts soften, so that they feel the pull of My Spirit, and then, yield in surrender and repentance to the only true Judge and Authority. And again, don’t join in with the derisive atmosphere hovering over this nation, but desire peace above all else, remembering that, in My eyes, even the most deplorable soul is loved. Then, ask that My mercy be poured out upon these corrupt leaders, for a change in their hearts will reverberate into a spiritual shift in Washington; so much so, that even those who are professed atheists will be found believing in Me.

So align your petitions with what I am saying and then sit expectant, waiting to see the miraculous.