In this article, the author tells of the current state of the African nation of Libya. United States National Intelligence Director James Clapper is mentioned because he has made comments about how he believes that the rebels will not be able to overthrow Gadhafi. Others in the U.S. government would like to see Clapper fired for making his opinions on the matter public. If things continue the way they are in Libya, it is possible that the country will be divided into new nations. In such an occasion the rebels would keep the east with their stronghold, Bengazi, while Gadhafi would hold the capital. The United States plans to send personnel to the Libyan rebels for humanitarian purposes. France wants to send and receive ambassadors from the rebels. If the international committee approves, they plan to start a campaign to defend civilians. Along with Britain, they are encouraging the European Union to recognize the rebel's council as being legitimate.
This article is journalism. It provides information that the reader would not easily attain through daily life. The author uses quotes in order to clarify what is happening.
Throughout history, God has partnered with people to further His mission of salvation and redemption of a fallen creation. Because of His blessings, we have the responsibility to communicate the Gospel to a fallen world(Salvation, Social Studies). Through the recent events in Africa, it is evident that the world is unstable. Nations and rulers can rise and fall at any time. It is the duty of Christians to be there when destruction happens, to rebuild, and to spread the gospel.
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