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Did Governor Brewer Miss Her Big Chance?

2/28/2014

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For this reason God gave them up to vile passions.  For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature.  Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due.   Romans 1:26-27

I watched carefully the situation in Arizona, waiting to see if Governor Brewer had the courage and the conviction to allow Christian business owners of devout belief to operate their business in accord with those beliefs.  It's no different than the Muslim cabbies in Minneapolis who were not punished for refusing to transport passengers with alcohol since alcohol usage and possession is against their beliefs.  But since it involved Christianity, the concern for religious freedom just got thrown out the window.

Leaders have limited opportunities in their days in office to really stand up for something special.  Oh, they make a lot of decisions that impact others, but few offer the opportunity for a Governor to openly and honestly display courage to stand up for what is foremost for a Christian, standing for the Law of God.  Unfortunately for Governor Brewer, she blew her big opportunity.  When the chips were on the line, she caved to big money.

That Governor Brewer caved to the pressure is a shame and a sad day for both Arizona and the United States.  Christian Americans seem to be the principal religious group who are expected to violate their religious beliefs and principles to a godless government.  They and to a lesser extent their  Jewish brethren are constantly under enormous pressure to conform to norms that are abhorrent to them.  And while those trying to change society say that the Christians are intolerant it is the ones who push the envelope with their unnatural lifestyle decision who are truly intolerant.

When the LGBT community asked for tolerance, it was granted.  They then showed their gratitude by actively trying to force their lifestyle on those around them by their actions.  They don't want tolerance, they want to dictate how all of us must live and think and many political leaders and business executives easily cave to their demands regardless of the ultimate consequence.  And they have built a powerful coalition of some of these cowardly business leaders and elected officials to do their bidding.  For the NFL and other businesses such as Apple Computers and American Airlines to literally threaten Arizona is abhorrent, but what to me is even worse is to have a governor cave in fear to these demands and fail to support her own constituents.

The verses cited above from the Book of Romans tell it like it is; you can justify and qualify and cajole and threaten but none of those things will change the truth.  And while we who are devout Christians remain peaceful and love those who hate us, we will never neglect and defy those laws which our God and our Lord and Savior gave us to live by.  And God knows who is doing what and how they live and each of us will have to answer for ourselves when the day comes to meet Him before His Golden Throne.

Stand strong Christians, remain morally faithful and resolute but also remember that we are required to love those who are evil to us, even as we refuse to accept their lifestyle and behavior.  Stick to your guns and you will meet your reward.  And to you, Governor Brewer and all the other politicians who pressured her heavily to give in, all I can say is I truly feel sorry for you.  When you give up your principles based upon truth for the easy ways of this world, you have lost your way.  And when you open the doors to Christian persecution by your seemingly small step, you play a part in taking our country down a very dark path.

God bless, America and help America to return to the Way, the Truth and the Life.



gy of trheAs a Christian I have been following the situation in Arizona closely over the last few days.  The legislative bill which was approved by both houses of the state legislature and referred to Governor Jan Brewer was designed to protect the religious rights of Christian businesspersons who have devout beliefs opposing gay marriage. It was given a bad rap  by the non-believing press and by some large businesses who always see money first, not what is right in a moral sense. and what is right second.

I use the term what is right not to be discriminatory but to state a fact about the Law of God as clearly spelled out in the Holy Bible.  The fact is that Christians are taught that sexual actions between people of the same gender is a sin just as sex outside of marriage between heterosexuals is also a sin.  Sin is something that Christians are supposed to both avoid and       Whether one agrees or regarding the legislative bill which was submitted to the Governor for signature protecting the rights of Christian business people to not violate their devout Christian beliefs.  To me it seemed like a simple matter.  After all, we have had cases in other states where Muslim cab drivers have been allowed to reject passengers with liquor since their religion condemns alcohol and this is just one of many examples of like decisions.s have been allowed to reject
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Lighten Up, America, Here's Dish Man

2/27/2014

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It's time to take a break from the politics and the serious religious matters of our time for just a moment and reflect on another of my favorite subjects: our animals.  Some of you who read my blog may have seen the picture and post almost two weeks ago where I introduced the latest member of the Ark, Valentino, nickname Val, a seven week old Great Pyrenees pup at the time. 

It's now two weeks later, little Val is growing like a weed and it won't be long before we have to call him Big Val.  We are told that at full size he'll weigh somewhere in the neighborhood of 160 lbs.  Regardless of size, he is developing a very gentle personality and is quite laid back, but he has already shown us that he wants to be the keeper of the flock, something his breed was developed to do.  This will be a godsend around here with our occasional problem caused by coyotes trying to get to our fowl.

Like all youngsters regardless of species, Val has to learn about all of the mysteries around him in life and sometimes this means learning the hard way.  Like meeting Kahuna, the Patriarch of the Barn Cats, eighteen years old but still capable of exerting himself to show he means business.  It's okay to be friendly with Kahuna, Val, but remember not to get to personal.  Ouch, you just got popped on the nose.

Then there's the issue of fire ants, probably one of the biggest nuisances, also itchy and painful, that you have to look out for.  Don't walk through that mound or you'll be blazing a trail of fire.

He received his first "Purple Heart" last week and, as a result, we found a "hot spot" near his rump, probably caused by an insect bite which he scratched and licked.  We found a flea medication designed for puppies and also applied a salve to stop his itching, hoping it would stop the licking.  Nope, he continued relentlessly with the result being a very tender spot which was getting raw and subject to infection.  We were left with only one alternative.

We had to turn our happy-go-lucky pup into "Dish Man", complete with protective collar to preclude him from any further licking.  It really doesn't slow him down much, but we can tell he would like to be rid of it. Even so, it makes a cute picture.  Hopefully we will be able to remove it in a few days as it does appear to be doing the job.

Val has found his favorite spot to be right beside the kitchen door on the deck.  He waits for us every morning there unless the weather is bad, reminiscent of our wonderful but dearly departed Springer spaniel, Yeardley, a special chapter in my book..  He has a comfy bed set up in the garage next door and is already starting to act like the protector of the flock which includes all of our animals and the two of us as well.  I'll just have to keep a close eye on his "goings on"and might even have to add a chapter to my book incorporating his antics.

And then I thought to myself, while having internet problems in the weather with my satellite connection, I'll bet our little "Dish Man" would be a cute substitute for the boring satellite dish ads on TV.  Maybe he could even be the modern day replacement for the RCA dog from the old days hearing his master's voice.  Oh, I'm sorry, many of you are too young to know what I am talking about.  Ask your parents or grandparents, they'll know.

As for Val,  I'm glad my wife surprised me with him two weeks ago.  He's already captured my heart and I know that he's going to be a great and loyal new family member.  Thank the Lord for His granting us the ability to care for all of our wonderful animals.  For just a little care, food and water and a pat and a hug on occasion they provide such unconditional love.  They are truly one of God's great gifts to us.

Have a great day and always remember the One who gave you life.
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If you like easy-to-read animal stories, you'll like my book, Honey, We Shoulda' Bought the Ark. Check out my book page on this website or visit www.outskirtspress.com/honeyweshouldaboughttheark.  Available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble.  Animals: A Wonderful Gift from God.
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Are Democrats at War With God?  PART TWO

2/26/2014

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Yesterday, in Part 1, I discussed my view of God and the Trinity and what they mean to us as we work to attain the ultimate gift that was given us through the death of Jesus Christ, the gift of Eternal Life if we believe in Him and live by Him.  Today we'll get to the question at hand: Are Democrats at war with God?  But remember, I am not talking about all who might consider themselves politically as Democrats, but rather, those who set party policy, accept its platform and carry it out.  Those trying to influence the behavior through the use and sometimes abuse of political power are really those I am concerned about.

Quite simply, the Democratic Party as it's mission is carried out by the Administration and officials around the country are clearly involved in a non-violent war against God and, more specifically, those who believe in Jesus Christ.

Do you remember the floor fight at the Democratic National Convention in 2012 about God?  Of course you won't hear about it these days because the Democrats, always conscious of what a political decision means for votes and nothing else, want you to forget.  But at the Convention, an attempt was made to take God out of any written references in their platform.  It was actually removed initially. When outrage was received from many across the nation over this, the chair brought a motion up to reinstall God and during the voice voice the "No's"  were clearly in the majority, yet the chair ruled for God.  When the final vote was announced, those opposed lit up the arena with a roar of "Boo".  A large number, probably the majority of the delegates, actually loudly proclaimed their non-allegiance to God.  At that point it became readily apparent that not only had the Democratic Party been hijacked in total by Socialists, but it was something more sinister, actually a derision of America's long held majority belief in the existence of a Loving Father.

And now, in Obama's second term, the meaning of that symbolic action has become even more clear as he shows his, and the Democrats, true colors.   Abortion on demand with no constraints or limits,  gay marriage and the ultimate further expansion of efforts to make the entire concept of marriage between one man and one woman irrelevant, and even the removal of a soldier's right to pray openly as he prepares for battle have gained heightened emphasis and pressure.  Let's just look at those few examples to show how damaging they are to our nation's moral psyche which has been based since our founding on the Ten Commandments and the teachings of Christ as a basis for a civil structure of social order.  No one was required to be a believer, but the rules of order came from these works and most Americans were in fact Christians or Jews.

Abortion is a question that causes a moral dilemma for many and I am aware that many Christians favor it to a limited degree, usually in the case of rape, incest or if the life of the mother is threatened.  It is a difficult question for many because of God's desire that we procreate and raise children with His love.  But even if you do believe that abortion can be used in strictly limited instances, the concept of late term abortions and partial birth abortions should be seen as horrific.  In these cases the likelihood of viability is high and in the worst instance, partial birth abortions, the result in my mind is clearly murder.  To take a pair of surgical scissors and place them in the brain of a child ready for birth should be criminalized, yet the Democrats stand for abortion under all circumstances and Barack Obama even voted to allow aborted babies who did not die to be denied life saving treatment when he was a State Senator. 

And don't try to tell me that the baby feels no pain at this point. Videos of such procedures clearly show the suffering. Such actions to me clearly defy God and His requirements for mankind.

A further iteration of this is the current efforts to force people of strong Christian conscience to pay for birth control for others even if they have strong religious principles against it.  Cases are underway in the court system as devout Christians seek their freedom of religion to be honored in their lives just like Obama preaches we should do for Muslims and others.  And make no mistake, America, as the leader of the Democratic Party, Barack Obama is representing just what his party leadership desires.  The Democrats jumped on the Sandra Fluke bandwagon immediately and, frankly, so did a number of RINOs.  So now hard working Americans of Christian belief are supposed to pay for birth control pills for all.  Really?

The push for universal acceptance of marriage between two people of the same gender is another issue where Christians are being clearly persecuted.  Christians don't seek to command allegiance to their view, but they are outspoken in that they should have the freedom of speech to counter some of the activities being demanded by the LGBT community.  For a Christian bakery or flower shop to be forced to serve a wedding service for a gay marriage constitutes a violation of the shop owner's religious rights.  Yet it is happening all over America today and it is the Democrats and their special interest groups from the LGBT faction that are pushing it so hard.  They demand tolerance from Christians while they themselves are totally intolerant of Christian beliefs.  And where does it end, because it is obvious in their minds that there should be no limit to immoral behavior.  Threesomes? Sex with children? Animals? 

There is no limit to what an evil mind can dream up.al example, let's look at what is happening to Christians in our military services.  Christian Chaplains are told that they can't offer prayers in the name of their Lord and Savior, in some cases chapels have been forced to remove signs of the Cross and even individual soldiers have been told that they can't witness for Christ even in their off duty hours.  Gay officers in charge of Christians have demanded them to explain themselves about their attitude toward the gay lifestyle, even when it has never been an issue.  It's as if the "don't ask, don't tell" policy that was applied to gays in the military has been turned toward the Christian soldier with a modification so that it is now "we will ask and you must tell" with consequences potentially resulting in threats of courts martial or release from service.  A number of service personnel have opted to leave the military by realizing that their careers weren't worth putting up with this harassment against their religion and their God.

I could go much further but I don't want to make this into a book, but I will leave you with a couple of thought provoking questions.  Why do you think that Janet Napolitano, when head of Homeland Security, said that Evangelical Protests Christians and Catholics were the major threat to America, not  Islamic terrorists like Nadal Hasan, the former Army Major now under death sentence for killing thirteen at Fort Hood?.   And why do you think she was replaced by Jeh Johnson, who prior to becoming Secretary of Homeland Security served as the senior Defense Department attorney who drew up the legal rules by which the military would handle Christian soldiers?  I'll leave these questions for you to answer yourselves.

Look folks, I don't hate Barack Obama or any of his current or former senior Cabinet members.  I don't hate the active Democratic, and Republican politicians, who have allowed these things to gradually develop over time.  As Jesus requires, I try to have love in my heart for all of mankind even though it is more difficult to love some than others.  But I do know they are wrong on all counts and I think they are sinful, just like we are all sinful and must constantly ask for forgiveness from our Maker.  And I see it as my duty, and the duty of all who truly follow Christ, to stand for and speak up about what is right and never allow anyone to silence our speech.  The rights given to us in the Constitution do not come from Barack Obama, Congress, the Supreme Court or any other individual or body;  they come from God Himself and it is our duty and obligation as modern day Apostles of Jesus Christ to stand for Him always.

I hope you have found these two days of blog entries interesting, thought provoking and worthwhile and I wish you peace today and hope that your life is blessed by God.  Have a wonderful day in your continuing journey on earth.
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Are Democrats at War With God?  PART ONE

2/25/2014

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I realize that the question cited is one that can be quite controversial and many people will see it differently from me.  Having said that, however, I think it is important to put on the table what I think the evidence shows is clear and, in doing so, I must start by defining who God is from my perspective.  This will constitute Part 1, today's blog entry.  Tomorrow I will address the actual question based upon my concept of God. So here goes.

God is the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.  He created the earth, man in His image and gave humans the dominion over all other living things on this earth. He knows everything and everyone and He knows what they are doing and thinking at all times.  In attempting to get man to live life the way He desires, He commissioned many individuals to help Him get His message out.  In the Old Testament they include brave me like the aforementioned Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Also included are others like Job, Noah, Moses, Joshua, King David and many more.

Man has been a sinner since the very beginning with Adam and Eve and God gives each of us great latitude in making our own decisions. He gave Moses the Ten Commandments as rules for a godly man to live but he has left us with the decision and temptation to test us. That's what free will is all about. We get to choose the good or bad, but we also must suffer the consequences of the same, consequences which are harsh and severe. 

With the birth of His only Son Jesus Christ, the immaculate birth, His love unfolded in a more readily seen and understood form.  While Jesus is of the Father, He also walked the earth as a mortal but with one major difference.  He was perfect, He never sinned and He was full of love, for love is what He seeks from all of us.  If we love Him openly and totally, we will follow Him and God's edicts and live the Christian life that He seeks for us.  And by His death by the horrific way of Crucifixion, He gave the ultimate gift that He was sent to deliver: the gift of Eternal Life after we die.  And He also directed that those who were left to spread the Word would do so to all corners of the earth and to all people. We can accept it, or reject it, but He wants us to be with Him forever and His arms are open to give us the opportunity.

After His death, Jesus wanted to leave us with something that would guide us and help us always make the right and godly decisions in things that we do.  This was accomplished by His sending to us the Holy Spirit, that unseen part of God that enters our heart and serves as our constant counselor if only we open the door to our heart to let it in.  The Spirit infected the early Christian teacher like Paul, Barnabas, Aquila and Priscilla and others found in the Book of Acts and the torch has been passed to men and women of faith throughout the world ever since.

So in a nutshell, I believe that God is of the Old Testament, but He is also God in the form of Jesus as taught in the New Testament and finally, He is the Holy Spirit sent to us by Jesus after His ascension into to Heaven to keep us on the straight and righteous path, following the grace of Jesus to Glory. These three components, God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are the Holy Trinity, the totality of a loving and caring God.

Now having defined my concept of God, we will turn tomorrow to directly answering the question: Are Democrats at war with God?  But before leaving you with an opening but no answer I will add one qualifying point.  When I refer to the term Democrats, I am not talking about all individuals who call themselves Democrat by way of political affiliation.  What I am referring to is the organization, the party, which sets policy and operates political action groups on behalf of the organization's candidates who support these policies as well as those who support each of those policy points. And that's what we will discuss tomorrow.

In the meantime, have a great day and treat it as if it is the last day of your life.  Since we never know when our earthly life will end, be prepared.  God bless you all.
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"The Encounter": A Good Christian Movie

2/24/2014

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PictureBruce Marchiano courtesy of "The Encounter"
I disconnected our TVs about four months ago because I was tired of the poor quality of shows, the news that isn't the news anymore and the left wing slant of ESPN that ruined my viewing of sports.  Since that time we have started watching much more material from Netflix, receiving in some cases the hard disc copies of movies as well as access via streaming net.  Netflix has come a long way, particularly with it's new lineup of good Christian movies that send His message.  They surprisingly have brought stories of God and Jesus to life in an up-to-date fashion that brings them to screen with their message presented 21st century style.

I don't want to give the story away so I'll just introduce it.  A number of travelers, a mixed bag of happy, sad, angry, rich, poor and more, all are driving along a lonely road in the wilderness in the middle of a frightful storm.  They all find the road washed out and are told by a surly looking officer of the law that they must turn back.  One of the travelers remembers having seen a 24 hour diner a few miles back.  The trooper tells her she is mistaken, there is nothing on the road for the back fifty miles.

This determined young woman decides to retrace her steps and she finds the diner well lit and shining in the gloomy night.  The others eventually find their way there as well and they all decide to wait out the storm in the diner.  At least it is warm, they can get food and the owner is a man with a smiling countenance and kind eyes who enjoys a good conversation with anyone who enters.  The movie is about their time together throughout the night of the storm.

Bruce Marchiano plays the lead role as the diner owner, a one man show who does it all with love and grace.  He goes by the name of Jesus and, as might be expected, is derided for his name by at least one of his visitors.

It's not a long movie, about an hour and a half, but it is well worth watching.  And for those who are younger and like your stories with a modern touch, I think it will tell you a wonderful story in a manner you can relate to  and appreciate.

God works in mysterious ways.  One of the things He finds useful today is using modern technology to explain Himself and His son in a manner that is easy to comprehend and believe.  If you are a believer, this movie is definitely one for you.  If not, give it a try.  It just might open your heart to something wonderful.  This is just another opportunity to help you find the Way, the Truth and the Life.

God bless you all and have a safe and productive day with Jesus in your heart.
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Americans Need to Pray for Our Country On This Sabbath Day

2/23/2014

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On this Sunday morning, wherever you are and whatever you are doing, please take a moment to pray for our country, the United States of America.  From a beginning in bloodshed and the fight against tyranny, we have gone through a period of being the Beacon of Hope for the entire world and now seemingly, and nearly unbelievably, find ourselves in a serious downswing due to policies designed to "Fundamentally Change the United States of America"

America does not need to be fundamentally changed, she just needs to get back to the fundamentals, things like freedom, trusting in God, individualism and the dignity of human life.  And to do this the trusting in God part is most critical because if we trust in Him and follow His guidance we cannot fail.  We may suffer some setbacks for God sometimes uses adversity to teach us also by testing our faith, but if we stay the course and are true to Him we ultimately cannot fail.

Won't you pray with me or pray in your own words.  It doesn't matter who the words come from as long as they come from the heart.

Dear Lord,  Thank you for the gift of life which you have so graciously given us and for giving us the good fortune of being Americans. On this glorious Sabbath Day help us to focus on the critical problems of purpose and direction facing our nation and thank you also for giving us the energy to work hard with your help and guidance to get her back on the right track.  Some say that America is done for, that there is no chance for her to turn things around, but we know in our hearts we can do anything as long as you are by our side.  Help our fervor for you and our country to sweep the nation as it has in the past and lead us to an earthly national resurrection, one which pales in comparison to that wondrous Resurrection of Our Lord, but one which is nonetheless important and highly needed.  Bless and keep us always on the straight and narrow in our earthly quest for your blessing of our country  and for our ultimate quest for eternal life at your table forever.  We ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Savior who died to free us from the chains of human sin.  Amen.

Have a great Sunday with Jesus Christ and Our Father watching over you and with the Holy Spirit in your heart and soul.  God bless.
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Florida Methodist Bishop Naive About Guns

2/22/2014

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I am an active member of the United Methodist Church in Florida.  I attend a small country church, teach adult Sunday school  and enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie that is only found in small churches where everyone knows each other by name.  I also like the philosophy of the church including its music, Gospel message and openness to the community at large as we try to spread the message of peace, love and redemption taught by Christ.

Having said that, however, I am also quite outspoken and when my church, or any other activity which is important to me, takes a stand which I disagree with I speak up.  In this case I am not talking about the particular congregation of my home church  but the views of the Bishop responsible for overseeing the United Methodist Church in all of Florida, Kenneth Carter.

Bishop Carter went public recently stating in a letter that was penned to Governor Rick Scott that the current Stand Your Ground law in Florida should either be repealed or changed significantly.  He cited the Trayvon Martin case as well as the Dunn case in Jacksonville where a man killed a teenager in a carload who had been harassing him.  Now I certainly agree with the Bishop that both actions could perhaps have been avoided by better judgment but, humans being the frail beings that we are, no law or process will ever be able to eliminate actions like this.  And in the case of Dunn, a jury has found him guilty of lesser charges carrying a likely prison sentence putting him behind bars until he is over one hundred years old.  As we all know, the Martin case ended with a not guilty verdict which was carried out through the American legal process. 

My opposition to the Bishop's argument is based upon my belief that he is using a very simplistic argument with only the minimal of support to justify his position.  It's like reaching for the not so good low hanging fruit when the prized and luscious delectables are at the top of the tree.  My opposition has as its foundation a very simple reason, one which is almost a cliche, as well as a more complex one.

The simple reason is this: guns aren't responsible for killing people, rather, people are responsible for killing people.  Put another way, a car driven by a drunk driver is not responsible for killing someone in a car accident; the drunk person driving the car is responsible.  Good intentioned liberals always cite the first example, the gun, but never the second, the car, as a reason.  Why is that?

Well, that brings us to the more complex reason.  Our society is falling apart in terms of social views, the importance of living under God's laws  and the value of human life.  As we cheapen life by many actions, such as abortion on demand, a diet of explicit violence in the movies, TV and video games, and the lack of proper teaching of our children through good parenting and a godly and moral lifestyle, evil gets a foothold.   So I would suggest that if the good Bishop wants to tackle the problem that causes violence, he needs to go after the real cause and not the effect.  With today's media and propaganda the way it is, it doesn't take moral courage to propose gun laws but it does take great courage to focus on the real cause of the problem.

Thousands of good law-abiding citizens in Florida not only own guns for self and family protection but also possess  concealed carry permits.  These people have been through a process requiring fingerprinting and background checks and only if the record is clean can they get the permit.  And in a state with nearly nineteen million people, to point out only two examples, and in one of which the individual was ruled legally innocent, clearly shows that the Stand Your Ground law is not an issue.   In fact, the level of violence using guns has dropped significantly since enactment since the criminals know that they might face their own demise when they commit their evil acts.

Compare this to the major increase in social disorder by young people in public places and the knock out game that is running rampant.  The police are powerless in such instances due to the rapid increase in misbehavior and the size of the mobs.  So Bishop Carter, how about putting your energy into fighting this degradation of the social order instead of going after an issue that is really a non-issue?  You are, of course, entitled to your opinion and to voice it, but so am I.  I do wish you well and trust that you will continue to pray on this matter as will I.

God bless you, Bishop, and the Church and the good people of America who only want to be secure and safe as they go about their lives.
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Proportional Discipline Enforcement Opportunity?

2/21/2014

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This story would be a shocker under any other Administration but, with the left wing loons flying loose today I guess it should be expected.  The Obama Administration announced yesterday via letter to school districts that discipline in public schools must be conducted in a way to insure that punishment for infractions is meted out proportionally.  Approved directly by Obama, Eric "the Red" Holder (Attorney General), and Arne Duncan (Education Secretary), the program is designed like everything else under this Administration to insure equality by the numbers regardless of who commits the offenses. 

I guess that means that young hoodlums in school can now keep a scorecard.  Once their quota of troublemakers is full, they can go on a rampage with no consequences for their actions.  And, even worse, it just establishes another way for the "brilliant" bureaucrats in Washington who have done absolutely nothing to improve public education (look at the test scores) to dictate how to run a local school into the ground.  Unfortunately, the outcome is likely to be just a relaxation of discipline in general out of fear that the feds will take away federal funds, which is what the letter says will happen for infractions.  Common sense and real fairness is thrown out the window by a race-baiting leadership team. 

Will we find brave administrators and school boards who will stand up to this travesty and just say no?  Sadly, this is probably not very likely; they value the federal dollar much more importantly than the welfare of the children just trying to learn.  And what about the politicians in Washington?  Well, judging for their willingness to repeatedly give Obama a pass, their silence will probably be deafening as well.

Folks, our public schools are generally a joke, particularly in inner city areas where chaos, violence, and drug dealing is prevalent right outside of the schoolhouse and sometimes inside.  There aren't enough police and teachers in the world to enforce discipline in a system stacked against common sense.  And with so many of the young folks today being taught no value system at home and also physically much larger than the instruction staff in high schools, I guess the teachers in the city will just have to cower in the corner while chaos rains.  I guess the knock down game will increase greatly in prominence right inside the schools after this ruling, along with larceny, assault and even sexual crimes.

My advice to anyone who wants their child to learn and who lives in a district where schools are increasingly dangerous, get your kids out of public school.  Home school or find an alternative.  I know those things are either time consuming, expensive or both, but your kids are worth it.  A society that breeds bad behavior and actually encourages it by ridiculous actions like this needs to be countered by parents quickly.  After all, even two of the Civil Rights Commissioners in DC recognized the fallacy of this proposal.

If you want to break down and destroy a society, the two best ways are to financially destroy it and destroy the social order and the value structure.  This action, proposed by a President who is hellbent on the destruction of America, is just the next step in his horrific plan.  I urge everyone impacted to act accordingly.

Make your alternate plans, ask God for Divine Guidance, and put your plan in action.  God will help, you will find many around you will agree and support you, and you will find peace.  Take care and God bless you.
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Go Conservative with GOH Conservative PAC

2/20/2014

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PictureCongressman Louie Gohmert
Conservative Republicans have been a bit shell-shocked lately and with good reason.  On the one hand, the Senate establishment Republicans have continually stabbed them in the back after using them for election purposes and then the House leadership, a group of spineless politicians who repeatedly show no resolve has made things even worse.  Now they are even openly talking badly about the Tea Party-leaning  Republicans and affiliated groups, a group that provided them with the opportunity to advance to the highest leadership in the chamber.  Talk about gratitude!

But finally there is a sign of hope.  Louie Gohmert, the Congressional Representative from the 1st District of Texas, a former Army officer, Texas Judge and a true fiscal hawk, has announced he is starting the GOH Conservative PAC, a political action body which has the mission of helping true Conservative candidates win elections to Congress.  Congressman Gohmert is a straight shooting Texan by birth from Tyler who has grown increasingly frustrated with the Speaker and his entourage and has decided the time is right for action.  He is starting a fund raising arm to develop a war chest to be used in ultimately changing the leadership by replacing those who are RINOs with Conservatives that their constituents can trust and believe.  He sees it as being time to do what each candidate promises in their election campaign and not conveniently forget about those promises once they become immersed in Washington.  He is developing a vetting process for candidates asking for help to insure that only those who are serious about returning government control to the people are supported.

His model is the Senate Conservative Fund which was started by former Senator Jim DeMint (R-SC) which was very successful in winning Senate seats to the Conservative side of the party.  Some of DeMint's biggest wins were Ted Cruz, Mike Lee, Rand Paul and even Marco Rubio.  While Rubio is really the only disappointment in the group, there might be signs that he has seen the light and besides, he is certainly much better than Charlie Crist, the Republican turned Independent turned liberal Democrat and a man who had the support of Senator John Cornyn, the pseudo-conservative from Texas who himself has a major primary challenge this year.  Can you imagine how much worse things could be in the Senate if DeMint hadn't started the SCF which is now a force to be reckoned with.  Ted Cruz and the others have the RINOs tied in knots as they can no longer hide the truth from the public. And for those of you who don't know it, DeMint is now doing a bang up job as the head of the Heritage Foundation which is a thorn in the side of liberal ideology everywhere.

So if Louie Gohmert is even close to the level of success thus far achieved by SCF, the House will start to get a backbone that can win those important votes when they come up and Boehner and his gang will go down in the books as the weakest leadership in modern House history.  I hope Conservatives will support Congressman Gohmert's new group and give it a grand welcome on the political scene, Tea Party style.

Thanks Congressman Gohmert and I wish you well.  I know that many patriotic Americans will rise to the occasion with you and do what we must to return America to fiscal soundness in the best traditions of our democratic republican form of government.  So stand up Conservatives and keep the resolve we need to do this thing.  America is worth it and we won't let her go down in squalor.

God bless you and God bless America.
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"Win One for the Gipper"

2/19/2014

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Yesterday, February 18th, was the birth date of George Gipp, Notre Dame's first All-American football player who was born in 1895.  Gipp died during his senior year when he contracted a streptococcal throat infection which would have been easily treated had there been antibiotics available during his day.  As he lay on his deathbed and was being visited by his coach, Knute Rockne, it is said that he told the coach, preparing for the big game against undefeated Army, "Coach, go out and win one for the Gipper."

February is also the birth month of another great, a man who turned a country around from despair and bleakness to one of hope and brightness.  Ronald Reagan, elected President after the horrible Carter years, brought his love for America and her goodness to the center stage and his positive attitude was infectious throughout real America.  For those of you old enough to remember,  Reagan played the part of George Gipp during his acting days and used those same words at the 1988 Republican Convention when his successor, Vice President George H.W. Bush was being nominated to run.  With his characteristic twinkling eyes and charming smile he looked the Vice President squarely in the eye and said, "George, go out and win one for the Gipper".

As I think back about the man and his era I am saddened when I ponder what has happened in the land that he loved so much.  Reagan's America was one full of hope and promise and a land where hard work, family values and belief in an Everlasting God were held in great esteem.  Oh, he had his detractors: liberal Democrats, of course, as well as some country club Republicans reminiscent of today's RINOs who gave him lip service but really didn't care much for him.  But Reagan was capable of building a consensus among many different Americans, blue collar and white collar, young and old, Republicans and Democrats who appreciated his optimism and always positive love for his country.

Contrast his outlook and presentation of goodness, dedication and honor with our current leader who looks at America as a land that he clearly does not see as something wonderful and special but, rather, something to be weakened and torn down.  The comparison is stark and clear and I am truly saddened by the large number of Americans who have fallen for it either through envy of others or just plain ignorance.  America is so much better than that and no one should ever let her destiny be destroyed by false hopes and manufactured fears and jealousy.  True hope and change is not in the fundamental transformation of America but in building on the strengths and uniqueness that she offers to her people and the world. So looking back on the man as President and the man he played in the movies,  I offer just two simple question.

Will we go out and "win one for the Gipper"?  Will we follow his shining example and replace the love of power, arrogance and easy handouts with a return to the principle, practices and love of America that made her great? I pray to God that the answer is yes.  We must not let the America that was founded in humility by a strong and courageous people with dignity, honor, hard work and love of freedom and which became the Greatest Nation on Earth die an undeserved death.  The responsibility for keeping her light shining is totally up to us.  Let's go out and make "The Gipper" proud.

God bless you all and God bless America.
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