KENYA CONSTITUTION:- WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

Kenya is a democracy. Our church leaders are entitled to free and safe expression their personal opinions. They have a right to be heard and for their points to be debated.

By virtue of their role in the community, religious leaders enjoy a special kind of influencing power over their "flock" in the community. If this power is left unchecked by the voice of reason, there will definitely be temptation to pursue unholy agendas. Human beings are flawed and Church leaders are human. History bears me witness.

The main issue of concern for many kenyans is not really the church's position - but the manner in which the church leaders have chosen to exercise their democratic rights:

1. They have taken a hardline radical position. Going for the extreme when less confrontational and viable options for instilling change are available. This puts their followers in a difficult position. In other words... religious blackmail.

2. They are using fear, exaggeration and blatant lies to argue their position. This is very sad and dissapointing. It casts serious doubts, not only on their credibility as religious leaders, but also on the validity and sincerity of their case.

3. They have chosen a one-sided view of the document focusing on less than 5% and only the perceived negatives.Why not teach Wananchi about both the pro's and cons honestly and objectively? Is the value of the entire document nullified by the perceived flaws?

4. They have shown a serious defficiency in foresight. Suppose the people vote "No". Then what? Suppose the Muslims then take hardline positions. Then what? What is the strategy that will ensure that the interests of the weak and vulnerable Kenyans are addressed in a peaceful non-divisive manner? What is their plan for the 95% of benefits that Kenyans lose if status quo is maintained?

5. Seems like they have not learned anything from 2008 PEV. They are busy dividing the nation on religious grounds. Do we want to be like Nigeria? Who will put out that fire once it starts burning? The irresponsibility and short-sightedness shown by the church leaders is appaling.

6. Strange that Politicians are preaching peace and tolerance while the church is (again) preaching hate and division.


So who is fooling who? Here is the test: What would Jesus do?

1. Jesus understood the law and followed it.
2. Jesus never exaggerated things to get his point accross. He stuck to the truth.
3. Jesus preached love and not hate.
4. Jesus said turn the other cheek. He never took an extremist position even when being persecuted.
5. Jesus won his arguments by being factual, sincere, truthful and logical.
6. He quoted the law and quoted the scriptures in context.
7. He had a balanced viewpoint. He won followers through LOVE not fear or hate.

Jesus summarized his teaching as follows:

1. Love God with all your heard, with all your mind and with all your soul.
2. Love your neighbor as you love yourself.

Kenyans have waited too long for this constitution. Kenyans have waited too long for JUSTICE. This is the moment for change.

Please read the document, know the facts, research the truth and decide on your own.

Copyright 2010. Opinion...