Bankruptcy

I read an article in Forbes about states which are in an economic "death spiral." It reminded me of why so many marriages and friendships are ruined. Call it Physics, call it Economics, Newton's 3rd Law, affairs of the heart; everything answers to the same laws of the universe; it's all the same!

We each have an emotional "bank account" and when two people are in a mutual relationship, they make "deposits" in each other's "account." When one begins to make less frequent deposits in their partner's account while the other person continues making regular deposits, one ends up with a depleted account. "Overdraft" notices are sent out, but go completely unresolved. Eventually the one left with the empty account feels they have no option but to file for bankruptcy/divorce/emotionally disengage/move on/etc...

Selfishness ruins many things; friendships, marriages, economics, states, countries, etc...

Popularity Contest

                                               Contributed by Carl Mefford

I find it incredibly regrettable that the Messianic/Hebrew Roots Movement (whatever you want to call it) has become such a popularity contest. Much like every church I have been involved with (previous to being called back to His Torah), there are now three groups of people: those within the clique, those sitting at the feet of those within the clique, and those attempting to contribute with what Elohim has given them while being beaten by those within the clique. This is all very sad to me.

Now, is our tact in sharing truth important? Of course it is! I've written about that topic in the past (as well as learning from my own mistakes in that regard). However, speaking a truthful message which the masses find distasteful is not equitable with poor tact, in and of itself. For example, I have been attacked in the past for respectfully discussing dietary law. Should I then, in response to the attack, run from those laws, apologize for them, and censor myself for the sake of those who strongly and spitefully disagree? Absolutely not! I would not beat specific individuals over the head on the topic, of course, but neither do I publicly run from the topic.

At the end of the day, I'm not concerned with acceptance, popularity, or praises; I'm concerned with accuracy, and acting upon His inspiration for me — no more and no less. My way may not be your way, but your way is not the only way. After all, tone and even righteous indignation, properly articulated, is wholly dependent upon situation and circumstance (just ask Elijah). We really need to stop sniping one another with demands that everyone conform to our own style and approach (which is often a nice way of saying 'shut up and listen to me'), and instead focus upon the goal for each of us: serving His purposes for us individually. If that purpose is to encourage, then encourage. If to inspire, then inspire. If it is to teach (even on topics you don't personally like), then teach. And if it is to rebuke, then rebuke — with meekness, not weakness. When we can each focus upon those roles without fear of slander and reprisal from our own mishpochah, then we will all be better for it, will we not? So please, just stop the slander, break up the clique mentality, and allow each of us to serve as we were individually called to do so. That would be great...

School News

I'm including three different articles from three different sources that would undoubtedly differ religiously and politically!

School Board wants homeschoolers to defend religious beliefs

Teacher Prevails

Conviction or Money  Thank you Franklin Graham and Alumni

Baby Formula

In reading an article about the latest findings of the CDC, regarding breastfeeding and vaccines, I thought I'd just take a peek at the well known alternative to the plan of our Creator.  I'm not saying you have to breastfeed to be a good mother, but there is no argument that breastmilk is natural and more uniquely suited to baby's needs.  If mama has a good diet, baby reaps the benefits.

As one can see with the following list of ingredients, replacing nature requires a great deal of chemistry! 

• Similac Advance Stage 2 Powder / 1.93-LB (873-g) SimplePac / 6 ct
• Similac Advance Stage 2 Powder / 2.51-LB (1.41-kg) can / 6 ct

Nonfat Milk, Lactose, Whey Protein Concentrate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Soy Oil, Coconut Oil, Galactooligosaccharides. Less than 2% of the Following: C. Cohnii Oil, M. Alpina Oil, Beta-Carotene, Lutein, Lycopene, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic Acid, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Choline Bitartrate, Choline Chloride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Salt, Taurine, m-Inositol, Zinc Sulfate, Mixed Tocopherols, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, L-Carnitine, Vitamin A Palmitate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Manganese Sulfate, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Sodium Selenate, Vitamin D3, Cyanocobalamin, Calcium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Hydroxide, and Nucleotides (Adenosine 5’-Monophosphate, Cytidine 5’-Monophosphate, Disodium Guanosine 5’-Monophosphate, Disodium Uridine 5’-Monophosphate). 
Contains milk ingredients.

Figuring the Dates

The debates that ensue around Torah Instruction always rattle me, because it seems debates ALWAYS ensue!  I want to be obedient.  I want to honor YHWH in all that I do.  I want to be like Messiah, yet when the debates begin, the very first thing I do, is doubt myself.  I'm getting better about not doubting my understanding, but by the same token I want to remain teachable.  I don't know everything, but I am rapidly approaching the place of being offended at many of the debates; as they seem to be the replacement for actually "doing something."  And he said, Woe unto you also, ye lawyers! for ye lade men with burdens grievous to be borne, and ye yourselves touch not the burdens with one of your fingers.  Luke 11:46 

According to my mathematical calculation, 1930 was the preparation year before Shemitah.  Before we debate the establishment of democratic Israel in 1948, let's remember that YHWH created all the world and the soil everywhere becomes depleted if it doesn't lie fallow, periodically.  We must also remember, even without an official nation state of Israel in 1930, we had Bibles in our language.  Romans 11 was very much a part of that Bible.  The fact that this coming year marks the 12th Shemitah since the warning/judgment of the Great Depression may be significant.  Twelve is a pretty big number in Scripture!  

The following is a paragraph from the article in Wikipedia:  Dust Bowl
>>The unusually wet period, which encouraged increased settlement and cultivation in the Great Plains, ended in 1930. This was the year in which an extended and severe drought began which caused crops to fail, leaving the plowed fields exposed to wind erosion. The fine soil of the Great Plains was easily eroded and carried east by strong continental winds.  Full Article

In looking at the promo for Jonathan Cahn's new release, "Mystery of Shemitah," my emphasis is not to focus on Wall Street, nor am I predicting the fall of America by attack, although economic collapse is entirely possible, and America certainly has enemies.  I've had a problem for several years now, with our discussion of the Great Depression and reverence for what is now coined, "The Greatest Generation."  I certainly mean no disrespect to any individuals, but to survive the warning or judgment of G-d without repentance does not make for greatness!  Rather than repenting and returning to agriculture as our Creator planned it, or just repenting for ignoring Scripture; this nation fled to the cities to make money, then entrusted that money to the very banks that failed and shuttered.  Leaving agriculture, dropping the gold standard and establishing social security didn't make us a better people, it just lowered the standard.

Twelve Shemitah cycles later, where are we?  We are no longer an agrarian nation.  With less than 2% of the population now farming does the rest of the 98% of the population have no responsibility regarding Shemitah?  I honestly do not have the answer, but I have a heaviness in my spirit that we are going to experience the judgment for our continued disregard of Torah.  An economic collapse or another war, will be a hardship or tragedy, but we've survived both, before.  The fear of the sword of our enemies is gaining prominence, and death by sword is definitely in prophecy.  Although that would be harrowing to face, death by sword is a single event that is over, once it is implemented.  A famine doesn't begin and end in a single day.  A famine, and the chaos that would accompany famine, is not something today's Americans have ever experienced.    

. . . And power was given unto them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger . . . the Revelation of Holy Scripture

A Sheriff With Experience

I remember following this case a few years ago.  This is another Goshen, which I'm sure caught my eye, and of course the subject matter is one near my own heart.  An Amish man was being harassed by FDA over his sale of raw milk.  Mind you there had been no complaints of health problems.  As the entire situation unfolded, Sheriff Brad Rogers took his oath of office, seriously, quite seriously.  He defended and protected the citizens of his county, even from the feds.

This same man, Sheriff Rogers, went to the Bundy ranch and wrote quite a letter, I first read the letter on his FB page, but I can't link that from here, so I've found another site which has apparently been able to make his letter public.  I am not promoting this particular news site, but the letter is a good read.  Sheriff Rogers did have some strong words of conviction for Sheriff Gillespie.
 http://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2014/04/oathkeeper-sheriff-brad-rogers-elkhart-county-indiana-visits-discusses-bundyranch-2945570.html 

http://www.elkharttruth.com/news/politics/2014/04/21/Sheriff-Rogers-visits-Nevada-over.html

DANGER Approved!

This approval by the feds just boggles the mind.  It's already been explained that "snorting" is an instant buzz.  And "they say" not to do it.  Parents, please take note.  It's powder and it's powerful.  All the details are not yet released, but the promo indicates it will hit the shelves by fall.  The link below is the home page.

Please, parents, before school begins next year, have the facts!

http://www.palcohol.com/home.html

Public Bath Houses

I used to wonder how the ancient civilizations of Rome and Greece could be so "open" sexually.  I believe what's happening right here, before my very eyes, is answering that question.  Now that some elementary children are using the bathroom of their "gender identity" rather than their actual identified sex, the desensitization has begun.  The fact that anyone in their right mind could claim the authority of "gender assignment" at birth is ludicrous.  Gender assignment takes place at 40 days gestation.  At 280 days gestation, approximately; the baby arrives into this world, already assigned a gender and identified as such.

Using gender "confusion" or whatever it's now called is just fueling the fire of misinformation.  If someone "identifies" differently than their anatomy, they are given special privilege.  That's not exactly a "level playing field," but that's the reality of our society.  The illusion of modesty is all but gone from our society, already.  Now, immodesty is actually promoted, and for those of us who would rather not "see everything everyone's got," it's only a matter of time before that will be considered intolerant or "anatophobic"  [fear of anatomy].

How far will our society go to redefine "tolerance?"  I thought tolerance meant an acceptance of individual's rights to have views and perspectives other than your own, or at least an acceptance of their right to disagree.   When did tolerance mean everyone had to accept everything?  And if so, why are those who are blatantly choosing and forcing their lifestyles, not labeled intolerant or moralophobic?

As we continue to redefine so much in our society, I now see how public bath houses and public nudity was simply accepted in these ancient civilizations.  We might want to also consider the fact as we studied these ancient civilizations, they are now, in fact, history . . .

War on the Wars . . .

The war on drugs has only caused prisons to go Big Biz, causing the "land of the free" to become the country of containment, while inspiring many to become "chemists" and experiment with all sorts of things around the house that haven't yet made the DEA "illegal" list, like various household cleaners and incense.

I saw a meme earlier that I tried to find to include, but alas . . . Anyway, the gist of the meme brought to focus how the war on drugs seems to have facilitated rampant drug use and the war on terror has terrorists abounding, so since "the war on" expands the magnitude of the target . . . perhaps it's time to declare a war on the economy and jobs . . .

What we fight, becomes the focus and then seems to defeat the cause, or . . . is just the long way to further regulate and control a people who were once free.

We absolutely cannot make everything illegal to keep people safe!  Perhaps it's really time to start focusing on individual purpose and encouraging kids to use their gifts, rather than cause so many to feel they'd rather just experience avoidance.

Very Troubling

When I first read about this case, I was saddened, then I got a little mad!  I just do not know what this Christian School is thinking.  First the little girl may have some rejection issues, as she's adopted.  I'm not saying all adopted children have issues, but the fact that she has been adopted by her grandparents does indicate a serious loss or breakdown in family dynamics.  Technically, at some point little Sunnie Kahle should have been considered to have the status of an orphan, according to the New Testament.

I saw the video of the little girl and although she's not the image of femininity, how many of us are?  She does have an "ambisextrous" name, which I think should be taken into consideration by the school officials as well.  Clearly the little girl could have used some encouragement.  Now the troubling part for me, was the Grandma's comments how the little girl cries every morning because she misses her school and friends.  With the religious school rejecting her, just who will be reaching out to her for acceptance?  In all the rhetoric about gender issues and recruitment, it would seem this school threw the little girl to exactly what they claim to be against!  She's a little girl.  Where's the Christian compassion and encouragement?

http://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/too-tomboyish-christian-school

Now, on the other hand, we have Jazz.  Here is another video that I also found disturbing and I truly have to ask after seeing these side by side.  What are we doing to our children?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2gQ2pF3qrU

Criminal, Really?

Making felons out of the kids who are motivated seems the next illogical step for this country headed for the abyss.  So, "staying the course" as the continent of containment in the new world order, a young man's hopes, dreams, and future hang in the balance.  In this case, and many; it's time to really evaluate what we are actually establishing as a "rule of law."   This could very quickly become the new algebra of common core curriculum:  "Zero Tolerance" = "100% Stupid."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/10/jordan-wiser_n_4921266.html

Solution or Problem?

 I, personally, believe antibiotics and vaccines will construct the basis for the end of days pestilences and plagues, but digging up and restoring old viruses could contribute to the problem.

http://news.yahoo.com/giant-virus-resurrected-permafrost-30-000-years-202120390.html

Massachusetts

Massachusetts was the first state to officially unite homosexual couples.  It was also the state that presented the prototype of government mandated health care.  I still do not know what most of the American people saw as a choice and difference in the last Presidential election.  Both same sex union and mandated health care were signed into law by Governor Mitt Romney . . .

http://foxnewsinsider.com/2014/02/24/mother-justina-pelletier-collapses-after-judge-says-she%E2%80%99ll-stay-state-custody

Conservative States?

It's so easy to sit in the Bible belt and hear the talk of  "them liberals on the coasts," but while Massachusetts child services are making ominous headlines, and California schools have gone beyond gender confusion, we need to take a closer look in our own backyard

This probably only scratches the surface of what is going on, but since Texas is touted to be one of the conservative states, freedom loving, all that sort of thing, I'm troubled by what took place.  It was a few years ago, that we saw very ominous county vehicles at the Yearning for Zion Ranch take all the children and load them onto church buses, removing them from their families.

I don't agree with the teachings of YfZ Ranch, but the fact that law enforcement knew the "alleged abuse" call was a hoax, should have been a big indication that freedom of religion doesn't exist, even in the conservative gun-totin' states.  The fact the church buses served the government's purpose in ripping these children from their parents, should have alerted every religious person of any faith to know, they could be next.
http://joeforamerica.com/2014/01/texas-judge-orders-home-schooled-children-removed-christian-parents-home/

This woman didn't show her ID
http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2014/02/21/i-didnt-fking-do-anything-wrong-why-did-a-woman-allegedly-on-a-jog-end-up-screaming-and-in-handcuffs/

This man was on business and planning to buy a car.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMMZiyR-wxc

Insight

I certainly can't add to what this young man had to say, except to say . . . Listen for the funding source behind the Common Core Curriculum.

http://dailycaller.com/2013/11/14/watch-this-high-school-seniors-epic-takedown-of-common-core-video/#ixzz2kirq8x37

School Breakfasts

Waste on every level and those with no common sense are taking care of the children.  The proposed premise for school breakfasts, of course, is nutrition for the children and the reduced cost for struggling parents who are stretching the food budget.

http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news%2Flocal&id=9316051

Playing God

In the many dissatisfied comments about "Obamacare," we need to realize, it's been years since health care was actually about the patient.  The tragic account reported in the link below is only one problem and it took place long before most of this country even knew there was a Barrack Obama.  Check the dates in the reports.

Hospitals do not work for the patient.  They work to keep their big business corporation in "not for profit" tax status.  I realize there is a big debate especially amidst those of us with religious convictions about modern medicine.  So for those who think it's an awesome gift of wisdom from our Creator, that's not my understanding of Scripture at all.

Regardless of where you stand on the argument, this woman's life has been forever changed and she can't get a straight answer. The G-d of Holy Scripture doesn't hide behind "pseudo-protection policies" and legal loopholes!

http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/102835\

I cannot even imagine how helpless the average patient will be when the government fully controls the Health Care Industry.  The Health Care Providers with their god-complex are difficult enough!


One of "their own" confirms dates, etc. while protecting the profession.
http://allnurses.com/nursing-news/quadruple-amputee-settles-393297.html

Too Late to Pawn America

Remember the song, "This Land is Your Land, this Land is My Land" . . .?  Apparently members of Congress don't.  Considering the fact that this land was stolen from the inhabitants that revered the privilege allowed by their Creator, I don't understand how anyone of any party could consider selling it in all good conscience, but then . . . perhaps it's the good conscience that has already been sold.

http://investmentwatchblog.com/congress-pushes-national-park-sale/

http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2013/10/21/stateline-foreign-tourists/3143151/  This doesn't seem so much like selling the land, just sort of making a proposition . . .  If we showcase and sell ourselves well enough, our President seems to think tourism will be the job creation that will save our Middle Class???

I'm not a Florida Republican, but in all fairness to the current politicians of both ilks, this idea of selling the land or giving it for development may not be so "far fetched" and foreign as those who are offended would feign.  After all, that is exactly how this country was founded.

It does seem that ideas get "thrown out," then "thrown around," then some are legislated without further mention, while others are tabled for a time, but once any idea has been thought about, much less spoken before a group, it is an idea that has take root somewhere.
http://wilderness.org/blog/national-parks-sale

Selling off or developing national land may simply be the continuation of 'sowing and reaping."

What Have We Become?

Where will it go from here?  In the "glitch" with EBT cards we saw some startling images in the news feeds.  That was just a small glitch that didn't really even involve hungry people.  Granted tension was high with our government shut down, but as far as I can tell, the only thing that was really shut down were the parks and memorials.  Everyone got their "I paid into it check" and their "I need it benefits."  So, what happened and what is to come?

As I viewed these images, I got a really sick feeling.  What if the glitch was more than a glitch, regardless of accidental or intentional?  What if the programs ceased?  When did we become a society of entitlement beyond need?  And this is clearly an indication of that very notion.  Was it panic that prompted those shoppers to take hundreds of dollars worth of food they knew was not paid for?  Was it fear that the glitch was permanent?  Or was it simply an opportunity to take advantage?  I can't see their hearts, but our Creator does not condone theft.

It almost seems the cards and programs have taken the reality out of begging and in some cases, the shame out of laziness.  Unfortunately, this could again be a reality, in a few months, on a wider scale.

http://www.naturalnews.com/042479_EBT_cards_Walmart_looting.html#

More From Maricopa County, AZ

Sheriff Joe Arpaio has brought Maricopa County to the Headlines more than once, but in an effort to bring  news that may be breaking new ground, I will simply present the link with this introduction.

Scripture about spirits going to dry places . . . Maricopa County AZ, definitely a dry place in the USA; has put a preacher in jail, whoredom renamed psychosexual drama in the adult entertainment industry, and now this in the high school.  Not to mention federal oversight of the Sheriff's department . . .

Public education continues to push the envelope as to what will become acceptable or at least subjects that will be removed from the "taboo topic" list.

http://www.azcentral.com/community/scottsdale/articles/20131009teacher-suspended-after-parents-complain-about-plays-content.html

http://www.kpho.com/story/23641844/drama-teacher-leads-to-rehearse-play-about-bestiality-pedophilia

When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none.  Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.  Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.  
                               Found in the account of the Gospel according to Matthew