Pope Francis Called for Peace, a Commitment to the Environment, a Rejection of what Divides us, and an Inclusive Diversity during his Visit to Bahrain

Pope Francis is already in Bahrain on his 39th apostolic journey, which will take place from November 3–6, 2022. Pope Francis was welcomed by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at the royal palace along with state officials and diplomats as soon as he arrived. Pope Francis traveled to Bahrain to promote his version of peaceful coexistence during a meeting titled “Bahrain Forum for Dialogue: East and West for Human Coexistence.”

In his address, the Pope stated clearly that he was on a mission to push the climate crisis and COP27. The Vatican News reported the following:

“The Holy Father emphasized the importance of working ‘tirelessly’ to confront the climate emergency, and expressed his hope that the COP27 meeting, taking place in just a few days, would be a ‘step forward in this regard’.” [1]

The Pope also exhorted everyone to accept the popular ecumenical messages, which urged us to forget the past, reject everything that separates us, and only concentrate on our shared objectives:

“From the same Declaration, the Pope made his own the commitment ‘to working for a world where people of sincere belief join together to reject that which divides us and concentrate instead on celebrating and expanding on that which unites us’.” [1]

Additionally, Pope Francis stated that he is on a pilgrimage to spread his vision of peace throughout the world:

“I am here, in this land of the Tree of Life,” he said, “as a sower of peace, in order to experience these days of encounter and to take part in a Forum of dialogue between East and West for the sake of peaceful co-existence.” [1]

“I am here today as a believer, as a Christian, as a man, and as a pilgrim of peace,” the Pope said, “because today, more than ever, we are called, everywhere, to commit ourselves seriously to peacemaking.” [1]

The Pope also spoke about the evils of war:

“I think especially of the monstrous and senseless reality of war, which everywhere sows destruction and crushes hope. War brings out the worst in man: selfishness, violence and dishonesty. For war, every war, brings in its wake the death of truth.” [2]

Finally, the Pope shared his version of peaceful coexistence, which is based on inclusive diversity:

“The country’s greatest riches shine forth in its ethnic and cultural diversity, and in the peaceful co-existence and the traditional hospitality of its people. Diversity that is not bland, but inclusive, is the wealth of every truly developed country.” [2]

The Pope’s version of peace, unity, and coexistence is not the one that is described in the Holy Scriptures. God’s peace is based on truth and depends upon the spiritual transformation of the individual. True lasting peace comes when men and women are converted and reconciled to Christ through His gospel, which will lead to obedience and harmony with God’s perfect will:

“Great peace have they which love thy law.” Psalm 119:165

“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7

This is not what the Pope is promoting. No, he is pushing secularism, governmental interventions, globalism, international treaties based upon climate policies, and an ‘inclusive diversity’ that rejects nothing but embraces everything. The inclusive diversity that the Pope calls for is that of gender ideology, the LGBT+ agenda, Sunday rest, and eradicating a free market economy, which he blames for exacerbating the climate crisis.

The peace that Pope Francis is advocating will lead to sudden destruction because, according to Scripture, it is not founded on the word of God:

“Saying, Peace, peace; when there is no peace. Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush: therefore they shall fall among them that fall: at the time that I visit them they shall be cast down, saith the LORD.” Jeremiah 6:14, 15.

“For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.” 1 Thessalonians 5:3.

It is impossible to abolish war without also abolishing sin. It is impossible to establish peace as long as the “man of sin” is promoting lawlessness. As a result, we can see the futility of the current peace movement as a whole, which does not even attempt to comprehend God’s will or His truth. So what does this all mean, then? What we are seeing is the fulfillment of Bible prophecy. The universal cry for peace is a sign that the second coming of Christ is drawing closer.

“For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night. For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them.” 1 Thessalonians 5:2, 3.

With the eye of faith, can we see that sudden destruction will swiftly follow, even as the universal call for peace is being made today? This plea for peace and safety is a startling and important indication that Jesus is on the way and that the final whirlwind of destruction is approaching quickly. What is our current responsibility? What about the vast number of people who are unprepared for these events? Should we not warn them of the overwhelming surprise that is about to befall them?

What are we doing individually and collectively for the cause of Christ? Are we actively engaged in our mission? Are we overcoming sin and the devil with the “blood of the Lamb” (Revelation 12:11)? Are we putting on the whole armor of God that we will need to be able to stand during the coming crisis of all the ages? Have you made the righteousness of Christ your very own through a living and active faith? If not, let’s start right away.

Sources

[1] https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2022-11/pope-bahrain-apostolic-journey-peacemaking-king.html

[2] https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/speeches/2022/november/documents/20221103-autorita-bahrain.html