I came across this post on a website (Debate.org)
"Yes, America is a violent country. The United States is a violent country, ranking high in death by firearms, and also with an alarmingly high rate of domestic violence. Just to put it in perspective, one in three women will be abused by a domestic partner. This violence is epidemic, and a lot of it is possibly from the desensitization of violence through media (like movies and video games). We have welcomed violence into our homes as a means of entertainment, and this may be causing its shock to wear off." Watching a video of a policeman pumping bulletins into a man's body, as he was running away, was more than I could take. How has it become so easy to take a life? Jesus said
"...love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you." (Matthew 6:44) To defend ourselves is one thing, and to take a life, before someone takes a life of another, is necessary. But to just kill someone without thinking of the value of that person's life, is crossing the line. Is it justice, or is it selfishness and hatred? The Apostle Paul gave a good answer for all of us:
"If is is possible, as much as it depends on you, live peaceably with all men." (Romans 12:18) GP
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