The earth is a creation of God. So the earth is God’s earth and human races are God’s creatures. God Jehovah is the sovereign Lord over every human life. No power in the world is sovereign before God. According to the word of God, our sins cover the face of God. If we forsake our sins, He is ever gracious to us.
Every human being has his or her shortcomings and weaknesses. Out of anger, bitterness, hatred and suspicion there have been armed clashes between the factions and poisonous activities were perpetrated on one another. For instance, the quit notice was served on the Tangkhuls be NSCN (K). Exchange of venomous languages was seen in the local dailies almost every day.
But those who are leading the warring factions also have their virtues and are not devoid of the fear of God. So all of the fiery darts against one another will be replaced by words of rationality. In spite of escalation of clashes and more gloomy situation, the ray of hope for peace is waxing. As far as NSCN (K) is concerned, the voices of their top leaders are rarely heard but whenever they pronounce something, no harsh language is seen in their statements. Their silence has indicated that they have been remaining silent behind the screen to save the situation. It is to be admitted that they got angry with their NSCN (I-M) brothers for their outright rejection of cease-fire offered by NSCN (K).
Now 2007 is a year of good sign for peace. Last year when we, a team of three persons, had meetings with NSCN leaders Isak Swu and Th Muivah at Bangkok, they had made a commitment, “In the name of Jesus Christ we can forgive the Khaplangs.” They had also promised that they would not attack their rivals unless they are first attacked. Despite the promise, more clashes took place. But this year they have made emphatic proclamation basing on their verbal commitment for forgiveness and reconciliation. Moreover, they have instituted a committee of reconciliation which is a practical step towards complete peace.
The crux of the problem is that gun is in the hand but God is not in the heart. So let us pray that everybody let God to enter the heart and all should look forward to a day when meet and talk together takes place for bringing about complete peace and unity.
Rev. L Suohie Mhasi
