Fighting ideological possession in defence of the Truth of
Christ is the reason for me creating these blogs and recording my vodcasts. We
are living in an age of almost universal deceit. Moreover, the nature of that
deception is exceptionally dark and oppressive since the governing elite are using
it to control an ideologically addled population who have forgotten God.
Let us examine what Jesus Himself had to say about this
kind of arbitrary and godless control keeping in mind that He was addressing legalistically
religious people who ostensibly followed the Pentateuch to the letter. The words of Jesus on this
matter from John 8:
41 Ye do the deeds of your father. Then said
they to him, We be not born of fornication; we have one Father, even God.
42 Jesus said unto them, If God were your
Father, ye would love me: for I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came
I of myself, but he sent me.
43 Why do ye not understand my speech? even
because ye cannot hear my word.
44 Ye are of your father the devil, and the
lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and
abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a
lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.
45 And because I tell you the truth, ye believe
me not.
46 Which of you convinceth me of sin? And if I
say the truth, why do ye not believe me?
47 He that is of God heareth God's words: ye
therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God. “Ye are of your father the
devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the
beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When
he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of
it.”
Magisterium /măj″ĭ-stîr′ē-əm/ is a noun referring to the
authority to teach religious doctrine, a body of people having doctrinal
authority in a church, or the teaching office or authority of the Roman
Catholic Church. The magisterium in Jesus’ day were using ideological deception
to control the Jews whose national sovereignty had been compromised by Roman
occupation. This is not so dissimilar from our present dilemma in Canada where
our government is under investigation for being under foreign interference. Moreover,
consider this, if people who believed every word of the Pentateuch from Moses
and the Prophets had so rejected the Truth behind those words, how much more so
have our leaders today who in their rejection of Christ have made themselves
into their own gods? So let us examine how false ideology is being used by the
governing elite as a political tool of oppression.
The impossibility of rejecting religion and how
WOKE has become a “Gnostic Cult of Godless Materialists”:
From Bing AI: The concept of irreligious
thought refers to the lack or rejection of religious beliefs or practices. It
is a broad concept that encompasses many different positions and draws upon an
array of philosophical and intellectual perspectives, including atheism,
agnosticism, skepticism, rationalism, and secularism³. However, some argue that
it's impossible to completely reject religious thought because humans naturally
seek meaning and purpose, which are often provided by religious or spiritual
beliefs⁴.
As for how ideologies resemble religion, both
are systems of beliefs that give a sense of purpose and order to life¹. Here
are some similarities:
1. **Worldview**: Both religions and
ideologies offer comprehensive worldviews that help individuals make sense of
the world¹.
2. **Norms and Objectives**: They
introduce norms and objectives in individual and collective life¹.
3. **Us vs. Them Mentality**: Both can
create an 'us and them' mentality, reinforcing group identity and cohesion².
However, there are also key differences:
1. **Focus on the Divine vs. Material World**:
Religions generally focus on the divine and spiritual aspects of existence,
while ideologies tend to focus on the material world and human society¹.
2. **Salvation vs. Fulfillment**: The
aims of religions and ideologies are akin, but not identical: personal
salvation for most religions; a better life and happiness in this world – now,
or in the future – for ideologies¹.
It's important to note that these are general
observations and there can be significant variations within both religions and
ideologies. Also, the line between religion and ideology can sometimes be
blurry, with some ideologies taking on religious characteristics and vice
versa².
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Irreligion
| Definition, Overview, & Examples | Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/irreligion.
(2) The work that destroys the
cornerstone of irreligion. https://thepenmagazine.net/the-work-that-destroys-the-cornerstone-of-irreligion-the-treatise-on-nature/.
(3) Religions and Ideologies |
SpringerLink. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-94-017-9376-6_17.
(4) Is there a difference
between ideology and religion, and if not, what .... https://philosophy.stackexchange.com/questions/46431/is-there-a-difference-between-ideology-and-religion-and-if-not-what-does-secul.
(5) The Incoherence of the
Philosophers - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Incoherence_of_the_Philosophers.
Therefore, today the governing elite have elevated the profane,
material, and base to the status of holding a place where the highest good can
be achieved. This unholy see is being led in part by Beelzebub’s Blasphemous
Bishops, his ass-holiness Joe Biden and the preposterous pontiff, Justin
Trudeau. They are ministering at Satan’s altar with all the zeal with which any
Pharisee or Jesuit ever used to persecute Christ and His Church.
How the ungodly ideology of WOKE has been used
by the governing elite to control secular society:
1. **Elite Theory**: This theory
suggests that a community's affairs are best handled by a small subset of its
members, and in modern societies, such an arrangement is inevitable¹. This
small subset, often referred to as the "elite," can use ideology to
maintain their position and control over the majority¹.
2. **Control of Information**: Elites
can control information flows, promotions, and other aspects of organizational
functioning, leading to power concentration².
3. **Use of Force and Persuasion**: In
actual societies, elites are those most adept at using the two modes of
political rule, force and persuasion². They often enjoy important advantages
such as inherited wealth and family connections².
4. **Creation of Ideological Unity**:
The creation or persistence of a consensually or ideologically united elite is
not discernibly linked with non-elite propensities². This unity can be used to
further control and influence the population.
5. **Monopolization of Political Power**:
The political elite can be defined as a group of high stratum decision-makers
in political culture or concrete political structure which monopolizes
political power, influences major political policies, and occupies all
important posts of political command³.
It's important to note that these methods can
vary greatly depending on the specific context and the nature of the governing
elite. The use of ideology by the elite to control populations is a complex
process and is a subject of ongoing study in political science and sociology.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Elite
theory | Political Science & Power Structures | Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/elite-theory.
(2) Elite Theory and Elites |
SpringerLink. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-0-387-68930-2_9.
(3) Political Elite: Concept,
Orientations and Role in Social Change. https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/politics/political-elite-concept-orientations-and-role-in-social-change/39204.
How Christianity became the ideology of
politics used by the magisterium.
For some 1200 years between Constantine's conversion and
the Protestant Reformation, Catholicism was the dominant force in shaping
political reality in Europe.
From Bing AI: The period between Constantine's
conversion in the 4th century and the Protestant Reformation in the 16th
century was indeed a time when Catholicism significantly shaped the political
reality in Europe. Here are some key points:
1. **Constantine's Conversion**:
Constantine the Great, who reigned from 306–337 AD, adopted Christianity after
his victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312². His formal conversion in
312 is almost universally acknowledged among historians¹.
2. **Legalization of Christianity**: In
313, Constantine and Licinius issued the Edict of Milan, which decriminalized
Christian worship¹. This was a turning point for early Christianity, sometimes
referred to as the Triumph of the Church, the Peace of the Church, or the
Constantinian shift¹.
3. **State Support for the Church**:
From this point on, the state became a supporter of the Church, becoming part
of the way in which the Church operated². The intertwining of Church and state
is a continuing, present reality in Europe today, and that's really all a
product of what began with the conversion of Constantine².
4. **Church and Imperial Government**:
Constantine completely altered the relationship between the Church and the
imperial government, beginning a process that eventually made Christianity the
official religion of the empire³.
5. **Political Motivations**: Some
scholars allege that Constantine's main objective was to gain unanimous
approval and submission to his authority from all classes, and therefore he
chose Christianity to conduct his political propaganda, believing that it was
the most appropriate religion that could fit with the imperial cult¹.
6. **Dominance of Catholicism**: After
Constantine, the Catholic Church became a dominant force in shaping the
political, cultural, and social landscape of Europe. The Church held
significant influence over monarchs, guided the moral and ethical compass of
societies, and played a crucial role in education and the preservation of
knowledge⁴.
Remember, these are historical interpretations
and the real reasons behind Constantine's decisions remain a subject of debate
among historians¹.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Constantine's Conversion to Christianity:
Was It… | Zondervan Academic. https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/does-constantines-conversion-matter.
(2) Constantine’s Conversion to Christianity -
World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1737/constantines-conversion-to-christianity/.
(3) CHRISTIANITY AND CONSTANTINE'S IMPERIAL
WOMEN. https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/greece-and-rome/article/christianity-and-constantines-imperial-women/2DA6CEBDC951A3C6DD088F9C9F10A362.
(4) Did Constantine create the Catholic church?
- History Skills. https://www.historyskills.com/classroom/ancient-history/catholic-constantine/.
(5) What was Constantine’s relationship with
Christianity?. https://www.britannica.com/question/What-was-Constantines-relationship-with-Christianity.
How the Anabaptists challenged the Magisterium:
From Bing AI: The Anabaptists were a radical movement
of the Protestant Reformation that emerged in the 16th century¹². They
challenged the Magisterium, the teaching authority of the Roman Catholic
Church, in several ways:
1. **Adult Baptism**: The most
distinctive tenet of the Anabaptists was adult baptism¹. They rejected infant
baptism as a blasphemous formality, believing that baptism should only be
administered to those who can make a public confession of faith¹. This was in
direct contrast to the Catholic Church's practice of infant baptism.
2. **Separation of Church and State**: The
Anabaptists believed that the church should be separated from the state¹. They
saw the state as existing only for the punishment of sinners¹. This was a
challenge to the Catholic Church, which had significant political power during
this period.
3. **Pacifism**: Most Anabaptists were
pacifists who opposed war and the use of coercive measures to maintain social
order¹. They also refused to swear oaths, including those to civil
authorities¹. This was a challenge to the Catholic Church, which often
supported wars and had close ties with civil authorities.
4. **Persecution**: Because of their
teachings and the apparent danger they posed to the political order,
Anabaptists were widely persecuted¹. Despite this, they remained committed to
their beliefs and practices, which continued to challenge the authority of the
Catholic Church.
5. **Emphasis on Scripture**:
Anabaptists rejected the authority of papal and academic hierarchies in favor
of the exclusive authority of scripture². Scriptural interpretation became the
prerogative and obligation of the congregation².
6. **Rejection of Infant Baptism**:
Anabaptists rejected the Lutheran doctrine of salvation by God's grace alone,
insisting that the believer's inward faith must be authenticated and
supplemented by outward actions².
These challenges posed by the Anabaptists led
to significant tensions with the Catholic Church and contributed to the broader
religious and political changes of the Reformation period.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Anabaptist | Definition, Description,
Movement, Beliefs, History .... https://www.britannica.com/topic/Anabaptists.
(2) Anabaptists | The Canadian Encyclopedia. https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/anabaptists.
(3) History and beliefs of the Anabaptist |
Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/summary/Anabaptists.
The founding of America represented a challenge to the authority
of a State Church since the United Kingdom’s Kings and Queens had become the
head of the Church of England since the reign of Henry VIIIth. The US had been
founded by radical dissenters who emphasised the need for a personal relationship
with Christ and the separation of church and state. Alexis de Tocqueville’s book
“Democracy in America” is a magnum opus as to what had differed so radically from
the democratic government of mid-19th Century France from that of mid-19th
Century America.
From Bing AI: "Democracy in America" is a
comprehensive study of the American way of life and political system written by
Alexis de Tocqueville. Here's a summary:
1. **Equality and Democracy**:
Tocqueville begins by discussing the conditions in his own nation, France, and
the rise of equality and democracy as a replacement for aristocratic
monarchies¹.
2. **American Society**: He gives a
historical account of the Pilgrims who first arrived from England and
established the sovereignty of the people¹.
3. **Federalist System**: Tocqueville
elaborates on America’s federalist system, which divides power between the
national capital, the states, and local townships¹. This system maintains
individual freedom and encourages people to play an active role in their
nation’s political affairs¹.
4. **Political Life**: He discusses
democratic juries and political associations as key examples of active
political life in America¹.
5. **Power of the Press**: Tocqueville
also draws attention to the power of the press in America, which promotes
liberty and disseminates political knowledge¹.
6. **Political Rights and Education**:
Tocqueville insists on political rights and education as essential to promoting
freedom¹.
7. **Individual Freedom**: Despite the
unlimited power of the majority in the United States, Tocqueville stresses that
individual freedom is maintained¹.
Tocqueville's work provides a deep insight into
the functioning of American democracy and its implications for the rest of the
world¹.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Democracy in America by Alexis de
Toqueville Plot Summary - LitCharts. https://www.litcharts.com/lit/democracy-in-america/summary.
(2) Democracy in America Summary and Study
Guide | SuperSummary. https://www.supersummary.com/democracy-in-america/summary/.
(3) Democracy in America, Alexis de Tocqueville
- Book Summary. https://www.booksummary.net/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville/.
(4) Democracy in America : Tocqueville, Alexis
de, 1805-1859 : Free .... https://archive.org/details/democracyinamer00tocqgoog.
In particular what did de Tocqueville have to
say about the importance of evangelical religion to the success of American
democracy:
From Bing AI: Alexis de Tocqueville, a French
political thinker and historian, had significant observations about the role of
religion, particularly evangelical Christianity, in American democracy. Here
are some key points based on his monumental study, "Democracy in
America":
1. **Religion as a Unifying Force**:
Tocqueville saw religion as a unifying social force, a set of common beliefs
that are essential to maintaining the democratic way of life¹.
2. **Religion and Freedom**: He
explained why religion, though in some ways a pre-modern and pre-democratic
phenomenon, is nevertheless essential to the health of modern democracy¹. He
argued that modern democratic freedom developed as a result of Christianity’s
influence on European civilization, and more particularly as a result of
Puritanism’s influence on American civilization¹.
3. **Religion's Contribution to Democracy**:
In his analysis of American democracy, Tocqueville noted the contributions of
religion no less than education, manners and customs, and law and parties to
its spirit and performance². He dwelt at length on religion because of
religion's apparent contribution to American democracy².
4. **Religion and the State**: Tocqueville
agreed with the view that church and state should be institutionally separate,
but he also maintained that a strong religious life is necessary to sustain the
morals and habits crucial to the practice of democratic freedom³.
These insights highlight Tocqueville's belief
in the positive role of religion in supporting and nurturing democratic values
and institutions.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-02-12
(1) Tocqueville on Christianity and American
Democracy. https://www.heritage.org/civil-society/report/tocqueville-christianity-and-american-democracy.
(2) Christianity and Democracy: Tocqueville's
Views of Religion in. https://www.jstor.org/stable/1201932.
(3) A Marriage of Opposites: Tocqueville on
Religion and Democracy - AEI. https://www.aei.org/research-products/journal-publication/a-marriage-of-opposites-tocqueville-on-religion-and-democracy/.
My conclusions:
De Tocqueville maintained that a strong
religious life is necessary to sustain the morals and habits crucial to the
practice of democratic freedom, yet we not only do not have such, but we
also have a considerable portion of our population who have not merely rejected
Christ, they have laid hold of doctrines straight from the Father of Lies. We
have already experienced some of the trials brought about by the illiberal
authoritarian expressions of our WOKE Magisterium, but only in part! Will we
shortly discover just how disastrously wrong things can become? It is up to me,
and it is up to you, for the WOKE Magisterium cannot save us. Just as in the
day of Christ they are the real source of anti-Jewish and anti-Christian
hatred. Each of us must cultivate a direct relationship with the ONLY ONE who
can save, for He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life and no man will come unto
the Father save through Him! And nothing can anchor a functional democracy
under the Rule of Law but a population which has the strong religious life
necessary to sustain the morals and habits crucial to the practice of our democratic
freedom!
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