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Comfort Zone Invaded

Description: By Rev. Dr Eu Hong Seng
NECF Malaysia Vice Chairman

From the time President Bush vowed retaliatory action against the culprits of the attacks on the US World Trade Centre and Pentagon, the world waited with bated breath for war. On Oct 24, the US finally went to war. Today we are experiencing unprecedented worldwide undercurrents, and Malaysia has not been spared.

Besides the possibilities of religious hostilities, a world war and a world recession, we face the prospect of a rise in Islamic extremism on the home front.

Disenchanted proponents are threatening and menacing some religious segments perceived to be sympathisers of the West. Hoaxes and even ‘white powders’ have been sent to groups in Malaysia itself. These attempts to ‘talibanise’ the community and culture is most unfortunate and uncharacteristic of Malaysia.

Many voices abound in these times. Some pronounce judgments, some advocate negotiation, while others prophesy of more calamities.

Whatever one’s views, there is this undeniable greater openness for one-world government strategies. A definite religious polarisation is being birthed, coupled with a rise in inter-faith ecumenical prayer meetings. These are signposts for the discerning.

The Church must pray and fast as never before. We must beware that we are not thoughtlessly sidetracked by worries over our comfortable lifestyles being shaken. It is no accident that the Christian community has just finished a 40-day fast in conjunction with our nation’s 43rd Merdeka celebrations.

The wake-up call is not just for the US. This is definitely the season to know the Prince of Peace (Isa. 9:6b) more intimately.



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