Editorial August 8, 1988 Issue

The search for security

William E. Moody

International peacekeeping forces. National security councils. Private guards patrolling the grounds of suburban apartment buildings. Closed-circuit television monitors in banks, department stores, places of business, and airports.

In a world where violence is pictured as an almost constant threat, the effort and expense aimed at attempting to keep us safe is staggering. And yet people's fears are not easily quieted even by the most sophisticated efforts. In fact, it can occasionally feel as if we're being made captive to some of our own security measures, and there is considerable doubt expressed that institutions, governments, or technology can provide the ultimate answers for our protection.

The search for security is naturally bringing a growing number of people to consider the possibility of a spiritual solution. Much can be gained from a careful study of the Bible, and many are finding that as they turn to God in prayer, there is finally real peace and strength and freedom from fear.

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