EDITOR, The Tribune.
THERE is no doubt that the old hymn of the faith, "In Times Like These We Need a Saviour", may seem so applicable to all Bahamians who feel like we are in some very serious times, and that there is no hope.
This present climate seems to be draining our vitality and pushing us to a breaking point of despair.
In the midst of what we are experiencing in every corner of our beautiful country of the Bahamas, we must not be discouraged for wanting what is best for all Bahamians.
This Saviour of whom I speak, is not a man or an idea, but He is El Shaddai, The Almighty God, who is more than able to sustain us, and give us "a peace that passeth all understanding".
Our country is facing, I believe, one of the worst times, yet "not without a way of escape", to circumvent elements in our society which seek to wreak havoc, traumatise families, disregard the people of the Bahamas, and tarnish our foundation of Christian values and godly heritage.
"Where could we go but to the Lord" to find solace and to renew our faith, that all is well, despite what we see in the physical. Our forefathers, parents, grandparents, would say to us, "there is a God who sits high and looks low, His ear is bent low and He hears our cries."
We are not a people who give up. Nor are we a people who will be oppressed or enslaved against our will. Our will is strong, powerful, endowed by the Almighty God; our sense of purpose to all that is good and right and just is unwavering. We are creative, intelligent, and full of ability, comparable anywhere in the world.
Do not lose hope; do not falter in your pursuit. Know that "God who is our help in ages past, and our hope for years to come" has some very big arms; outstretched so that you can gently fall into His loving embrace.
There is no time or season where our voice cannot be heard, but we must stand together "for underneath are the everlasting arms".
Be encouraged today and everyday moving forward.
JANET J HUTCHESON
Nassau,
November 18, 2011.
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