PURPOSE

The purpose of this document is not to preach on the “theologically correct” way in which to interact with our favorite leaders – political and/or religious. The purpose of this document is to illustrate the grave consequences of de facto idolizing a human being – living or dead.

As we approach the manifestation of the False Christ (1) it is imperative that we remain on guard toward this very human tendency.


BACKGROUND and INTRODUCTION

In 1 Samuel 8: 4-5 we see the Israelites insisting that God give them a King and no more judges. Through Samuel, God then explain the consequences to them. To wit:



The offense for which mankind has been paying since then is the rejection of God as being the only Lord and the only King.

The concept of Judges has its roots in the time of Moses wherein Moses would judge over disputes and problems of the Israelites using the Laws of God. If we stop and think about it – that is all that is needed: the application of Divine Law in a just manner. For that we only need Judges not men who act like gods.

That was the concept God had in mind when He chose Peter and his legitimate successors (2). Each legitimate successor was conceptually chosen to be the “Chief Justice” of the “Divine Supreme Court”. He was to preside over “Equals” (who compose the “Divine Supreme Court”) in the application of Divine Law amongst the true Members of the Body of Christ. Unfortunately —before the dust was settled— the world had a Pope with a triple Imperial Crown and who by action —if not words— demanded to be adored. (3)

In civil government, the same behavior occurred. Individuals elected to serve the population became gods, while many became outright tyrants. However, most of these leaders would not have attained those positions if it had not been through the initial adoration/adulation of others.

One truly pathetic example can be seen in the French Revolution (4). The French Revolution was triggered by the abusive excesses of a King, Louis XVI. But when all was said and done, the French ended not with a King, but with an Emperor —Napoleon— while satan gleefully rubbed his hands. [Review what Mary said about French Politics in La Salette. (5)]


DETAILS

Since God knows our tendencies all too well, He made sure that we had clear instructions from the very start to avoid such behavior.

First we read in Acts of the Apostles 10: 24-27


Then we read again in the Acts of the Apostles 14: 10-14


Naturally – man has done the same thing not only with the Successors of Peter but with other religious leaders as well as political leaders. Without a doubt, one can and should show respect for the appointed/elected religious and political leaders, i.e. just as Daniel showed when he addressed Nabuchodonosor king of Babylon or Esther showed when addressing king Assuerus (6). Respect is one thing – adoration is quite another.

But man would not stop there – man must find other ways to offend God while appearing to be the epitome of piety.

This brings us to the adoration of relics and bodies of deceased individuals considered by many to be holy... while Jesus Christ, in His Real Presence, awaits in all the Tabernacles of the world for just a little attention, an attention which is seldom given.
Veneration of a relic or the body of a deceased individual who led a holy life is one thing, to adore it is blasphemy.

According to Webster’s Dictionary:



Recently the body of St. Pio was exhumed and this is what we read (7):



and


When we find that individuals are praying more to anyone —it does not matter who— than they pray to Mary and Jesus we do have a problem. When we find individuals that go on pilgrimages “to the ends of the world” to venerate a relic or a living or dead human being while Jesus languishes alone (alone = without living human companionship) in the Tabernacles of the World, we do have a problem.


CONCLUSION

Logically, the un-Evangelized and under-Evangelized people are waiting, without realizing it, for a “Savior of the World” to adore; a savior which will deliver humanity (8) from the misery which grips a great part of the world already. satan, of course, is most willing to comply since he has certainly waited long enough.

We are at peace for we have amply warned the world (9) as to what is to come and how (10); our great sorrow comes from witnessing the suffering Our Lord Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Mother, Mary, are enduring as the result of mankind’s refusal to heed Their warnings. (11)

What can we expect if after a spectacular miracle (12) —a given fact witnessed by 70,000 believers and unbelievers alike— and lesser miracles which took place at the the same time and place —Fatima, October 13, 1917— Pope Benedict XV, by default, allowed (13) the world to be plunged in the bloodiest conflict of human history.


EPILOGUE

It is ironic that to finish what satan started by blinding Benedict XV (14), God allowed the installation of eyes-wide-open Benedict XVI (15) who will usher the FalseChrist (1) which will result in the greatest upheaval since the time of Creation.






En Español:  NO DEBEMOS adorar al hombre

Published on May 11, 2008 - Feast of Pentecost