Christians View of the Death of Osama bin Laden

With the death of the notorious terrorist Osama bin Laden announcement the close of Sunday and early Monday morning many people are questioning, what should the Christians world response be to the death of this man.  How do we, as followers of Christ rejoice in his death with out becoming as radical as those who call for the death of Americans, Jews and Christians in this Jihad they are waging day in and day out. 

First I believe we should see the sad reality that this man did have a soul that was blinded by a false religion.  The fastest growing religion today is the Muslim faith.  He being a leading figure in this religion followed the teachings of the Quran to the grave.  Unfortunately now for his soul it is forever separated from God for all eternity. 

Second we should know that Government has the right to yield the sword.  In Romans 13 we find the greatest chapter on human government.  God has ordained three organizations in this order, the home or the family, the government and then the church.  In Romans 13:4 we find this truth "For he (speaking of government) is the minister of God to thee for good.  But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil."  The truth of it is Osama bin Laden was an evil doer, our former president George W. Bush continually referred to him as this and government, ordained of God has brought this man to the justice of Gods table.

Third, we have a responsibility to reach the lost.  With the propagation of false religions growing every day believers have an increasing responsibility to win the lost world to Christ.  While I am thankful for the judgment that has befallen this evil man and I desire for all those who stand against our country and freedom to be brought to the same fate, I pray for the salvation of those blinded by this false religion. 

It is time for believers and followers of Jesus Christ to rise as a mighty army and stand against the forces of the prince and power of this air not in our strength but in His.  Remember without Him we can do nothing, but with Him we can do anything but fail.