General Ray Odierno, Chief of Staff of the United States Army, recently gave a speech on C-SPAN. He discussed a range of subjects, with one of them focusing on the issue of military suicides. He referred to suicide as both a perplexing problem and a national problem. He mentioned attempting to provide folks with a potential inclination towards suicide with the appropriate assistance. He described it as a highly alarming issue for us. During the recent Memorial Day show on PBS, actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna performed a skit depicting a discussion between two real-life military brothers, one of whom tragically took his own life. Some family members were in attendance as the presentation progressed in Washington, D.C. The soldier who later took his own life seemed to have fallen into a condition of sadness, spending time at graveyards. It is appropriate to pay tribute to the deceased and show reverence for those who have sacrificed their life in defense of our country. However, almost everything may be excessive. It is detrimental to one’s well-being to spend excessive time in graveyards. Life continues. No soldier should hold himself accountable if his comrades perished in the fight. Despite any errors, they all faced the same dangers. They were aware of the hazards associated with joining the Army National Guard. They were aware that their unit may be sent. They were aware that casualties occur in warfare. However, it is possible to focus excessively on the gloomy or pessimistic aspects. Wouldn’t the deceased troops have desired for the surviving to have ordinary and fruitful lives? They would not have desired for the survivors to grieve for the remainder of their lives. There are melancholic demons. There are manifestations of depression in the form of demons. They should be opposed. Philippians 4:8 instructs us to focus on things that are true, honest, just, pure, beautiful, of good report, virtuous, and praiseworthy. You are not following Philippians 4:8. If you focus on sadness and on contemplating what may have happened. Philippians 3:13-14 instructs us to focus on the future rather than dwelling on the past, striving towards the goal of achieving the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Focus on the future and don’t dwell on the past, as stated in the Bible. If you believe you have a superior strategy than the Bible, you are incorrect. Regrettably, many people are unaware of the teachings in the Bible. That error might be life-threatening. My people are being ruined because they lack knowledge. (Hosea 4:6) Suicide is a prevalent issue nationwide, particularly prominent inside the U.S. military. Undoubtedly, military personnel face many pressures. However, civilians too face pressures. Jesus made a comparison between two guys. One guy constructed his home on a foundation, whereas the other built his house on sand. Storms arrived, winds blew and struck the dwellings, but only the one with a solid foundation survived. The sand-based home collapsed. Jesus said that those who listen to his teachings and follow them are comparable to the guy who built his home on a solid foundation. Adversities are inevitable in everyone’s life. If you base your beliefs on Jesus’ teachings, you will be OK. A red letter version of the Bible highlights the words of Jesus by printing them in red ink, while the rest of the text is in black script. Events in the physical world may sometimes be traced back to the spiritual realm. Some individuals may not believe in a spirit world. We acknowledge the existence of angels and devils based on biblical teachings. Angels have served as messengers to several individuals throughout history. An angel visited Sampson’s parents, who would later become a judge of Israel, before his birth. In the Book of Judges, angels are often imperceptible. Demons are fallen angels who defied God with Satan. We have faith in the existence of atoms despite their inability to be seen. Without atoms, the existence of atom bombs, which caused significant destruction in the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War Two, would not be possible. There is now much discussion regarding efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. How can nuclear weapons exist without atoms? Suicide often originates in the spiritual realm. Rev. Howard Pittman was instructed by an angel about the spirit realm by divine arrangement. Pittman, from Foxworth, MS, had a severe health issue that had the potential to be fatal. His soul really departed from his physical body. Pittman said that upon his spiritual departure from his physical body, he transitioned over a dimensional boundary from the physical realm to the spiritual realm. Pittman was restored by God and returned to teach for many more years. Besides our tangible, three-dimensional reality, there exists at least one other dimension known as the invisible spirit realm. God may provide someone the ability to see the spirit realm, as shown by Kenneth E. Hagin, as previously noted. Pittman has disclosed that devils are experts in certain fields, rather than having a broad range of skills. The devil that incites someone to rob a bank is distinct from the demon that encourages individuals to commit adultery. There are malevolent beings that entice individuals to engage in suicidal behavior. Someone came to me some time ago, and I instructed them to go in the name of Jesus. Although I didn’t see him, I was conscious of a suicidal idea being directed at me. One can inquire if committing suicide is considered a sin. To enter paradise, Jesus said that one must be born again. John 3 If you are indifferent to the prospect of reaching heaven, it is likely because you are unaware of the alternative, which is a tormenting hell described by Jesus in the first four books of the New Testament, where there is weeping, gnashing of teeth, and eternal suffering. One is reborn according to Romans 10:9,10. Believing in the resurrection of Jesus and confessing faith in Him saves you. One believes in righteousness with the heart and confesses for salvation with the tongue. Jesus informed his disciples that those who persist to the end would be saved. Matthew 10:22 Be loyal until death, and you will receive a crown of life. Revelation 2:10 Committing suicide is not aligned with God’s will, since it contradicts the principles of persevering to the end and being loyal until death. It signifies being loyal to the end of one’s life, not by one’s own hand. We are instructed to resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7 When faced with the temptation of suicide by the monster of self-destruction, one must firmly reject. However, the majority of individuals who are not Christians may not be aware that they are expected to do so. Non-Christians do not have the authority to use Jesus’ name to order a demon to go. Christians should use the authority of Jesus’ name to order devils to go. Odierno stressed the need of providing appropriate assistance to those who may be at risk of suicide. What assistance is appropriate? Is Odierno also ordained as a priest? If he were a priest, wouldn’t he belong to the army chaplain’s corps instead of being the army chief of staff? He is not a priest. What is the significance of this? The issue of suicide is fundamentally spiritual. However, the priest’s faith is also important when discussing priests. Muslim pastors may not be effective in addressing the issue of suicide due to the fact that Muslims do not have control over demons. Our power against devils, as Christians, is derived from Jesus as stated in Luke 10:19 and Mark 16:17-18. When Jesus granted his disciples tremendous power, it was not intended for Muslims. They are not Christian and are unaware that Jesus is the Son of God. Muslims believe that Jesus was a virtuous man and a prophet, but not the divine son of God. The assertion is inaccurate. Jesus is considered the son of God. Am I implying that Odierno was disingenuous when he mentioned providing them with the appropriate assistance? I think he talked truly, but since he is not a Christian priest, I feel he lacks expertise of the specific support required for military soldiers experiencing suicide impulses. Odierno, a West Point graduate, would undoubtedly provide a proficient response to a query on a theoretical war scenario. When it comes to suicide, I believe he lacks the necessary qualities. He likely believes that therapy is the appropriate kind of assistance. interacting with psychologists or psychiatrists. Wasn’t Major Hasan an army psychologist? Didn’t the army fund his studies for him to qualify for that role? Did he go on to do the Fort Hood massacre and become a mass murderer? Yes, Hasan also happened to be a Muslim. It seems that the army’s psychological program is malfunctioning. I do not believe that the other branches of the U.S. military are doing much better. I have experience serving in both the Army and Navy, and also participated in Air Force R.O.T.C. while college. Dr. Norvel Hayes, an educator, said a psychologist or psychiatrist who acknowledged the existence of demons. The individual had been in that business for a considerable amount of time before uncovering demons, and I am pleased that he made that revelation. However, I am certain that there are several psychologists and psychiatrists who have not encountered demons. Wouldn’t it be difficult to handle demons if you are unaware of their existence? Indeed, certainly. Do students studying psychology and psychiatry use the Holy Bible as one of their college textbooks? I disagree. Which professor will assign them specific chapters from the Bible to study for an upcoming exam that will impact their grade point averages? If the Bible is not considered a textbook for those professions, how can those professionals be adequately trained to handle demons? If the professors do not give study tasks related to the Bible, how can they be considered competent to teach such subjects? If you lack understanding of the Bible and are not a Christian, you are not competent to handle demons. Odierno may believe that psychologists and psychiatrists are the most suitable professionals to address those with suicidal intentions. A born-again Christian priest who practices baptism with the Holy Ghost, speaks in unknown languages, lays hands on the sick for healing, and casts out demons from individuals. That is who, General. It may be an uncommon kind, but Jesus did mention, seek and you will find. During navy boot camp, I was selected to be my company’s recruit chief petty officer based on my exam results. I served under the company commander, Chief Machinist’s Mate Seely. One night, while MMC Seely was absent, Seaman Recruit Alejandro suffered a seizure after lights out. The lights turned on, and I became aware of the situation. Alejandro had encountered issues before joining the navy. At the age of seventeen, I had little knowledge about epilepsy and demons. However, I approached Alejandro while he was experiencing a seizure. While massaging his hand, I continuously reassured him to relax. Divine intervention aided us throughout that period, and Alejandro emerged successfully. Upon the doctors’ arrival, he had essentially returned to his usual state. Alejandro had another seizure at a later period, this time occurring during the day. A naval officer who was there attempted to provide assistance. Should I have informed the lieutenant that I could be more capable of managing the situation? It is likely that a sailor recruit stating to the officer that the recruit knew better would not have been warmly welcomed. Alejandro did not survive the tragedy; he died. How was it predicted in advance that the lieutenant would fail? Maybe the navy should have been more discerning in their selection process. An individual with epilepsy is not an ideal fit for military duty. Epilepsy is believed to have spiritual origins, with some attributing it to demons that must be expelled. Dr. Lester Sumrall from LeSEA Broadcasting said that the deaf and dumb spirit is relatively simpler to drive out compared to the spirit of epilepsy, which is more challenging to remove. Maybe the epileptic spirit needs prayer and fasting to be expelled. The mentioned verses are from the Holy Bible, Hoehn Version, and the New Testament, Hoehn Version, both accessible as ebooks for the Kindle reader on Amazon.com. Related articles: suicide, military, psychology, mental health, trust in God.
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