Salt and Light

The differences between the Kingdom of Light and Darkness

2011-01-05T19:25:00.000-08:00

Recently I have been mediating on the differences between God's kingdom and the the way of the world system. God's kingdom is based on faith and obedience to Him and His word. The kingdom of the world system is based on what one can do for one's self. The world system wants you to trust in the power of human knowledge. God's kingdom wants you to trust in the revelation that God supplies to those who chose to follow Him. The revelation that God gives comes from His word. If you want to know what God's word is saying then spend time with Him and His word. The reason that America has come under a cover of darkness morally and socially is based on the fact that America has been corrupted by those who walk in darkness and trust in the power of man. The Bible declares that their is a way that seems right to a man but its end leads to death. America needs to repent and turn back toward the ways of God or our nation will only continue to deteriorate.

It is time to shrug off the power of darkness, forget the ways of man and pursue the ways of God. Every person is faced with a choice. If no choice is made you belong to the kingdom of darkness. The only way a person or America can change in this hour is when a choice is made to serve the Lord of Heaven. It is time to seek the Lord and get the revelation that this land needs. Light and darkness can not dwell in the same place. As we seek the light of the Lord the darkness will be driven out and hope for individuals and the nation will be restored. Let us choose God and the way of light! Are you ready to join me and become a light in the world?

Whatever happened to a "government for the people, and by the people?"

2010-08-11T16:32:00.000-07:00

Recently a judge in California has overturned Prop 8 which was put in place by the citizens of California by going to the ballet box and voting this proposal in. Our nation is under attack because of the fact that we as the Church have not been involved in the electoral process as we should have been. By not putting the right people who hold to our values in office we now have judges who are have been placed by those who are "worldly minded" making decisions that the Bible declares to be "sinful".

The reason the laws in this nation have been undermined is because Christians have put more stock in their pocketbook than the environment that they are attempting to raise their children in. By either not caring to get involved or just voting for the "media's most popular candidate", we have sacrificed much to those who profess that the Bible is just "another religious book". By not preaching the saving grace of Christ to those in need around us and taking a stand on the social issues of the day, we have allowed the world to gain the upper hand and now we are paying the piper as a result. We must turn our eyes back upon the Lord and repent for our selfish, and careless attitude. It is time that the Church stood up and carried the Cross of Christ into battle. Not only our the souls of men at risk, but the "soul" of our nation is at risk as well.

The door has not completely closed but the time is drawing near. Church may we fall to our knees and cry out to God for direction. Once He speaks let us go and do as He commands. For the times demand it. Are you ready for revival?

Goodbye Oral Roberts

2010-01-07T19:24:00.000-08:00

The passing of Oral Roberts I believe is part of a move to prepare the body of Christ for the next move of God. I remember as a youngester that I was very skeptical of Dr. Roberts and many people I surrounded myself at that time in my life felt the same way. I still recall the time when Oral stated that God would take him home if he didn't get the right amount of money that he needed for Oral Roberts University. I thought that was quite strange and maybe some of Oral's methods didn't make sense, but is that not the way God does some things? I know the kingdom of God does things in a way that is totally opposite of how the world wants things done. An example from the Bible is where it states the following, "Give and it shall be given unto you." The world tells us to hold unto everything that we have and not to let anything go. Not God. So maybe some of the things Oral did that seemed strange to some of us was just God's way of breaking through a mindset that we had not only toward Oral Roberts, but toward God.
I believe that God is wanting to bring a greater move of signs and wonders into the earth and the mantle that was upon Oral will be passed on to more people than was raised up in his own generation. A couple of years ago I heard the prophet Kim Clement mention that Oral's passing would ignite this move and I fully expect it to be the case. Over the years I have grown to appreicate Oral Roberts and have been challenged by the way he lived his life by faith. Oral, you will be missed, but not forgotton. For more on Oral here is an article that you might find interesting.

Hollywood's Idea of Commitment

2009-12-30T12:28:00.000-08:00

Recently I was reading an article by James Hirsen which describes Angelina Jolie's idea of committment to her live in boyfriend Brad Pitt. Angelina said the following, "“I doubt that fidelity is absolutely essential for a relationship,” the actress told Germany's Das Neue Blatt magazine. “It's worse to leave your partner and talk badly about him afterwards.” This appears to be the mentality of many who have attained a status of high recognition in our society. Statistics show that more and more young people believe that marriage is not an important facet of having a relationship. I have encountered many a person in my lifetime who believe that one needs to have a "test drive" to make sure that the person they are with is someone they want to commit to.

The God of the universe is the one who came up with the idea of marriage in the first place. God intended that this relationship should be based on commitment between a man and woman with God being the center of their relationship. The world teaches that one should only be committed to someone if it works toward your advantage, otherwise don't commit. The vows one takes while they are getting married says it all. "In sickness and in health, better or worse, richer and or poorer". When one says this vow they are making a commitment to their spouse which is meant to last throughout the years they are together. Young people when you are in a relationship with someone you are thinking about commiting to remember that you are entering a relationship that is meant to last. God commited to us when he died on a cross for our sins can't we commit to one another ?

Their is a Devil Loose!

2009-12-27T13:23:00.000-08:00

This past week we have seen an officer of the Salvation Army gunned down on Christmas Eve over money that his group had collected for those in need. What is the world coming to? Well it should not surprise us that the enemy is out trying to kill, steal and destroy because that is the devil's way of operation. The world we live in is in a struggle between good and evil. The devil is not in hell as some people would believe. He still is the prince of the power of the air and the god of this world. However, there is good news. The Church of Jesus Christ has been given the authority through Jesus Christ to resist and to bind the enemy of men's souls. The bible declares that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world. Now if only we would truly believe that we are the ones who have the authority and begin to use the name of Jesus as our badge of authority the enemy would have no place to be able to use his power. Church study out the book of Ephesians and see what God has to say about who you are. If you can grasp the revelation that God gives here the deceiever will no longer be able to run about undercover, he will be exposed!

Is Sarah Palin the Esther of our Generation?

2009-12-17T18:11:00.000-08:00

When one listens to the media no matter where one is located at we here how Sarah Palin, the former governor of Alaska, is a threat to the nation at large. Could it be that the threat she poses is not one to the nation per say, but one that threatens liberal views on how the world should be. I tend to believe that it is liberals who are threatened by a person such as Sarah. The everyday common man loves her and this fact has been proven by the large crowds that come out to hear her speak and the fact that her new book "Going Rogue" is a number one bestseller on the NY Times book list.

I believe Sarah Palin has connected with the American people in a way that no one has since Ronald Reagan was president. As I prayed and sought the Lord about Sarah and her place in this time I truly felt that He spoke to me that Sarah Palin is an Esther for our generation and for this nation at large. Esther came to power in Babylon when the Jewish people needed a defender and deliverer. I believe that Sarah Palin has been raised up for the same purpose for our nation. Will she be the next president? That I can't answer. But I do believe that Sarah Palin is not going to fade into the darkness anytime soon. I truly believe she will have impact on the upcoming election cycle in 2010 and the one to come in 2012. Time will tell.

What is the Church of Jesus Christ standing for?

2009-04-11T17:59:00.000-07:00

Recently Pastor Rick Warren decided that opposing gay marriage was not the right decision nearly six months after he said to his church congregation that the church must stand on Bible principles. This change of heart by Pastor Warren has damaged the Church in America because it sends out a mixed message. I pray that Pastor Warren will repent and realize the error of his way on this recent statement, but I can't stand with him on this one.

Christ spoke in the word of God that we must acknowledge Him before men or He will deny us before the Father God. I encourage those who are called believers in Christ to stand for the word of the Lord. I can think of story after story of men and women from the Bible who have willingly stood for the word of the Lord, despite the fact that it was not popular. People like Daniel, Noah come to mind.

Why is our nation not coming to the house of the Lord? Could it be that since we are sending confusing signals that the world does not pay attention to us because they find us irrelevant. The gay movement continues to gain ground despite the fact they are a minority because they stay focused on what they are out to get done. If the Church of the Living God can do the same we will see the nation turn.

Church we are in a war. We can't stand by and do nothing. We must take up our cross and the armour of God and follow our King into battle. The victory already belongs to us, we must go forth and enforce it.

Should we be concerned with the War of Terror?

2009-03-28T18:07:00.000-07:00

Should we be concerned with the war on terror? Is it time to move on and extent a hand of friendship to those who only want to destroy us? Most Muslims are not out to bring harm to America, but those who are true radicals do want to destroy America and the western world.

I believe that we must continue to take the fight to the terrorists where ever they are at. The terrorists have been fighting the USA since the Iranian revolution of 1979 so we have been at war with them for the past 30 years. This battle is not over territory, but it is a battle for the soul of the world. The radical Muslims want to control the world and either convert or kill all those who oppose their way of life. The American dream is for everyone to have the choice to live life as they see fit and without hindrance. Radical Muslims want us to live as if the world was nearly 1200 years ago. There is no freedom and you must do as your told.

The radicals are looking to acquire nuclear weapons and use them to either destroy us and or hold us hostage. We must continue to use any and all methods that are available to us to stop each and every potential threat. I believe that we can and will win this battle if we don't lose heart. For the American way is a superior way of life and carries within it the desire of every heart that is a live at this time, that being the cry of freedom. Let us not forget the cost of freedom and may we continue to carry its torch which brings life to all.

Leadership

2009-03-14T17:32:00.000-07:00

When it comes to properly leading what qualities does it take to be a leader? Most people I talk with do not feel that they are capable of leading. Most have a fear of leadership and rather be a follower. Leadership is not easy. Leaders have to be willing to take risks and that means they may not be well received on many of the decisions they are making.

If I look at how leadership is played out in the Bible versus that which the world system wants it to be done, you will discover that there are so major differences. One is that the Bible asks that a leader is not above the ones he is leading. Christ exhibited this behavior when He washed the disciples feet. True leadership from the Bible will move the leader to look for ways to build up and motivate those that he is leading so that they may become the leaders that they were meant to be.

The world system will tell the leader that he must protect his position for fear that they will lose it to someone more qualified than themselves. The Bible exhibits that for true freedom to exist one must be willing to surrender everything one has so that those one is leading will be able to eventually do the same. Leadership is something every person has the ability to do because everyone is born to lead, as the Bible teaches. The world will says that not everyone has the ability to lead, but that some people are specially gifted to do this, and thus they will become the leaders. What is stopping you from leading? Is it your attitude or a fear of the unknown? I challenge you to launch out and give it a try. You may be surprised at what may occur.

The battle between Evolution and Creationism Heats Up

2009-02-14T09:06:00.000-08:00

During this past week the birthday of Darwin was celebrated and it drew attention to the creation evolution debate as a result. My own personal journey on this as changed over the years as I have considered what science and the Bible have to say about the topic of how did we come to be.

After making Jesus Christ my personal savior and Lord of my life I had a most difficult time understanding how science and the Bible could co-exist. I was someone who thought that evolution and creationism could be the one and the same. However that began to change when a friend of mine named Keith was able to give me some creation material from a group called ICR( International Creation Research). The material spoke from a scientific point of view, but was using the Bible as it basis. It was through this time that I began to change my thinking to the place where I believed that creationism and a young earth theory is the correct one.

I know that many Christians out there are confused by this topic and have many questions that plague their thoughts as this topic once again comes to the forefront. I believe that it is the time for Christians to stand up and not back down off of what we believe. The article that I have linked to at the bottom of this post shows how Christians are fighting back. If we are wanting to change our society and the culture we live in, we must engage it at the foundation. The foundation of our culture belief in truth has been wrecked by this attack by the religion of Evolution. People are confused about topics like marriage, life issues like abortion and euthanasia. This is because our belief in absolute truth has been damaged. The christian has the truth, because Jesus Himself declared himself to be it (John 14:6). It is time for us to speak out and demonstrate to the world why He, Christ, is the only way. Church don't sit on the sidelines any longer. Let us be salt and light in a world that needs it more than ever.

http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=88878

Will you be put on trial for Faith?

2009-02-09T14:01:00.000-08:00

Will you be put on trial for faith in God? Recently I read a story on WorldNet Daily that showed how a family from the state of New York had been placed under a huge amount of stress by the public school system that there children were a part of.

The issue being raised was the fact that the couples children had not been immunized as the state requires. The parents, who have a devote faith in God, discovered that as soon as this was uncovered by the school found out that everything that they were trying to do in raising their children up in the faith they professed was soon under attack. The question I would like to raise is where does a school system have the right to attack the way a family chooses to raise their children? I can understand the concern for the health of the other children that attend there, but beyond that, I believe the school overstepped its bounds and had no right to pry into this family's way of raising their children.

As we continue to move closer to the end of the age, before the return of Christ, I tend to believe we will see more of this because the enemy of our soul knows is time is short and will continue to put the pressure on those of us who believe. Body of Christ, prepare yourselves now. We are headed for greater glory, but the road there may get a little bumpy. Rest in the Savior. For He is our refuge and our strength, our hope in a time of trouble. God will see us through.

What is so "Fair" about the Fairness Doctrine

2009-02-07T08:27:00.000-08:00

Recently there has been renewed talks about bringing the fairness doctrine back into play amongst those in the Democratic controlled Congress. Debra Stabenow a Democratic Senator from the state of Michigan has mentioned that a return to the fairness doctrine is needed so that all viewpoints can get a fair shake on the airwaves.

When the fairness doctrine was in place the conservative viewpoint was nearly extinct. Rush Limbaugh had just come unto the scene, but beyond him, there was no major emphasis on the conservative, family and faith based view. The major newspapers and major Television networks were able to carry whatever they chose to run and the American people were not given any choice but to hear their viewpoint only.

But when Reagan was able to get the fairness doctrine eliminated from the equation the conservative, family and faith based viewpoint took wing and now dominates the radio airwaves. The liberals have tried to counter it with their own radio network, Air America, and it failed miserably. In the marketplace of ideas, the conservative viewpoint will win out in most cases since its view is based in a biblical viewpoint. Truth always prevails amongst those that seek it out.

I believe that the fairness doctrine is anything but fair and will lead to a silencing of the conservative, pro-family, faith based viewpoint that America still needs. After all the NY Times and CBS news are not going to go out there and allow the conservative viewpoint to be there view. They have their own agenda which is not to allow for diverse viewpoints to coexist.

The fight that may soon develop reminds me of how Evolution became the dominant viewpoint of the public school systems and the media over the years. Creationists are told that their viewpoint is out of touch and out dated. Are we about to see the same thing occur with the conservative, pro-family and faith based viewpoint, if the fairness doctrine is allowed to be the law of the land?

I encourage all of my fellow conservatives, who like myself are pro-family and have faith in the God of the Bible to engage Congress on this issue. Our voice must be heard to stand for what is right, true and fair in a society that tries to vilify such behavior.

Is the US Government God for most Americans?

2009-01-31T12:13:00.000-08:00

The longer I live in this nation the more convinced I have become of the fact that more Americans are trading in faith in God and in the American dream that is based on biblical principles for government handouts and promises.

The welfare generation that was started by President Franklin Roosevelt in the 1930's continues to grow and prosper and during the current economic downturn more and more Americans are looking to the government as their provider. Where is the God of the Bible in this equation. After all the Bible declares that God is the one who, "supplies all our needs according to His riches in glory". It does take faith to see God provide, but the government has taken that faith that was intended for God and people have placed in government instead.

People have called our current president Barrack Obama, "the Messiah". Now do I believe that he is truly that in this desperate time? No, for what I am seeing here is a similar situation that occurred in Israel's past. During the time of Samuel the children of Israel wanted to have an earthly king over them as was the case for the nations that surrounded Israel at that time. God didn't want to give in to this, but because of their persistence, the Lord gave in to them. When Samuel spoke to God about this the Lord said the following, "they have not rejected you, they have rejected me."

I am seeing this very thing carried out in our nation today. Our country is becoming more socialistic all the time. The move away from God is becoming more obvious and blatant day by day. When this nation was founded, it was founded on the Bible and prayer. Now it is nearly illegal to do any of this activity in a public setting. The church of Jesus Christ must get back to preaching the cross and Kingdom of God. We can't be of the world and expect it to change. For truly all our freedoms come the Lord of Heaven and Earth. Government must be put back into its proper place. The vaccum that the church was filled by the government. Now it is time for us to take it back.

People of God don't be mislead anymore. Let us no longer be like the children of Israel who are crying to go back under Pharoah's rule. Let us truly be free. Let us turn to God and place our faith in Him. For as God led the children of Israel out of Egyptian bondage, so shall He lead out from under this socialistic bondage if we will only follow after HIM and HIS ways. Go for it church!

Scripture references for additional reading: 1st Samuel 8 ,1st Samuel 9 and the book of Exodus.

Does anyone believe they are responsible?

2009-01-31T11:55:00.000-08:00

It is interesting to notice that we as humans do not like to take the blame for anything that we do. It started in the garden of Eden with Adam and Eve and the serpent. When God the Father asked Adam who was at fault he turned and said it was Eve's and when God asked Eve she said it was the serpent's.

As I look at our current economic status in this nation and with the talk of bailout and stimulus packages, I don't see anyone owning up to the current crash that has occurred. The Democrats are blaming the Republicans and the Republicans are blaming the Democrats. Big business and the banks are not taking ownership for making improper business decisions, but instead are looking to the Congress and the President for more money to continue, " business as usual."

I believe that those who are responsible for making wrong choices should be held accountable for them and have to pay a price as a result. It is like telling one's child that is OK to go out and eat an entire chocolate cake, which was meant for everyone to enjoy, and then pat them on the back for this behavior, encouraging them to do it again.

Do I want to see businesses fail? No, but I believe in capitalism. And in true capitalism those who are weak will be taken over by those who have positioned themselves well. After all being in business does present risk, and a part of that risk means that you may lose everything you have worked for.

It would truly please me to see business and banking leaders owning up to their mistakes at this time. I would be much more understanding of those who have failed, because of their willingness to be open, real and vulnerable. Will we ever see this? I doubt it, because most people perceive that be "real" portrays weakness. And in are macho based society that would make most feel as though they are nothing but failures. So don't hold your breath on this one America. But continue to check your pocketbook, I feel like someone may be looking to take more than there fair share from you there.

What will the Antichrist Look like?

2009-01-24T12:27:00.000-08:00

When one thinks of the Antichrist one thinks of someone who may or may not be of European descent who controls the entire world from a place like Rome and has no problems to deal with other than the judgements that God lays upon him and his followers. But could our western view be such that we are not open to other potential opportunities. I tend to believe that the Antichrist could well be someone who is Arab. Why do I think this?

Years ago I read a book by evangelist Perry Stone speaking on this very topic. Perry made a case that the Antichrist could well come from the Middle East and be an Arab. When one thinks about it this is a strong possibility because the world's history began there. God has a way of bringing things full circle and if you have read the Bible you will see that the final battle waged between the forces of good and evil, God and the devil, takes place in Israel. I believe that the Antichrist will be an Arab individual that will form a peace treaty with the Jews to help lead them into a trap. After all the Arab nations have tried to destroy Israel through war over the years and have not been able to complete the job, so why not change their tactics. The Antichrist is portrayed as a man of peace and the Jews would love to have that peace if someone will offer them something that they can believe in. An Arab Antichrist could do just that and the Jews, who are weary from the fight, will be willing to take it.

Babylon is where the Antichrist will reign from. Today modern day Iraq is that place. I believe that Iraq will become a very strong economic force in the region and will become the place that the Antichrist will be able to rule from in the days a head. The freedom that the Iraq people now enjoy will stimulate economic strength which one day will benefit the forces of darkness. I tend to believe that Muslim extremists will gain control over this nation one day and with help from Iran and its nuclear program and wiliness to use it, will hold much of the world hostage because of the threat it will hold over the world's oil supplies.

The Antichrist will one day take the world stage and the theory that I purpose from the writing of Perry Stone and the word of God, may or may not take place as I have stated here. However, there is one thing I am sure of, and that is this, Christ is coming again for His bride. Get yourself ready church. He is coming and it may be sooner than we think.

For additional information on this topic check out Perry Stone's website.

What does the Bible say about Gay Marriage?

2009-01-18T19:35:00.001-08:00

I was reading a recent article that was published by Newsweek and the author was stating that there is biblical proof to support gay marriage. As I read through author Lisa Miller's arguments on this topic I came to see how the world and the devil likes to twist scripture to fit their way of thinking.

One example that the author cites is the fact that King David and Jonathon had a "love that surpasses that of a woman". Many gay individuals try to use this as an example that the Bible has no problem with men being with men or women having sexual relations with other women. Obviously, I do not believe this to be the case, but believe that God used this example to show just how devoted one can be to another person when the Lord is the center of a relationship.

What I found most interesting was the fact that Lisa Miller tried to say that scripture from the Old Testament of the Bible does not apply on this topic anymore. Now how can one go about saying that the Bible says one thing and believe that it is correct, than turn around and say what the Bible says in opposition to a behavior is not applicable anymore? This shows me that the author realizes that there is something not right about the lifestyle and instead of admitting to it, they chose to pick what they like and discard the rest.

The Bible can't be treated that way. The world of God declares in the book of Hebrews that," God is the same yesterday, today, and forever". If God says that a behavior is wrong before the foundation of the world, it is still wrong today. Because God is truth. He can't change His standards. For if He does, He can't be God anymore. The Old testament book of Leviticus and the New Testament book of Romans both speak out against the lifestyle of gays and how God doesn't approve of that particular behavior.

Does this mean that God hates them? No, God and those who are true Bible believers don't wish to see harm come to those who are bound in the gay lifestyle. In fact, we want to see them come out of it and into the light of truth that the Lord has provided for them and for all of mankind. My prayer is that those who are in the gay lifestyle will be set free and come to the knowledge of God's truth, which is based in His love for them. The truth is those who believe they are stuck in the gay lifestyle don't have to remain in that bondage. You can be free. Come to God. He can and will be your hope and deliverer. There is life in HIM. In the ways of the gay lifestyle there is only pain, destruction and death. Choose LIFE.

For help in this area follow the following links to these ministry who will be able to provide you with the help you need to get the freedom that you seek.

http://http://www.exodus-international.org/

Why is Pastor Rick Warren supporting a Gay Minister at the inauguration?

2009-01-16T13:35:00.000-08:00

Pastor Rick Warren has recently stated that he is glad that President elect Barack Obama is allowing a gay minister to say a prayer during his inauguration. But why would a man of God be so willing to state something like this when the lifestyle represented here by the gay minister contradicts the Bible?

Now I do believe that God calls each one of us to love those who are outside of his kingdom and I tend to believe the reason Rick Warren is saying what he has stated here is to keep the doors open for him to either try and minister to Barack Obama and the Eugene Robinson, the gay minister in question. For I have learned over the years that one can not force one's beliefs unto others. It is like going fishing and instead of baiting the hook and gently luring the fish in, you go about splashing the water all around and then wonder why you can't catch a fish. Obviously I don't know the real reason why Rick Warren has allowed this to occur, but I am hopeful that he is looking at the bigger picture as a way for the message of the gospel of Christ to be preached, not only to Barack Obama and Eugene Robinson, but to many like them who are in need of the Savior of mankind, Jesus Christ.

So member of the body of Christ, continue to stand for what you believe in. Continue to speak out on the moral issues of the day, but remember how you go about presenting yourself and the message you are bringing, because you may not know who is watching, and where it may lead.

Whatever happened to the Free Market?

2009-01-03T08:28:00.000-08:00

The more one reads and listens to the news these days the more one begins to wonder why doesn't ever person in America not deserve a bailout economically. We have seen bailouts for the banking industry, the auto industry and now a congressman in Connecticut is proposing a bailout of two local newspapers.

What has happened to the free market? I understand that people can and have made bad choices on who to loan money to and as a result some are facing very tough decisions, which includes closing down places of business. If Congress wants to bailout industries of all types and sorts, what about the average Joe who is trying to make with his mortgage and car payments to be concerned with. Maybe Congress should bail them out to. The newspapers in Connecticut are failing because the competition is kicking their butts. With the expansion of the Internet bringing people news around the clock most newspapers in American are experiencing a huge cut back in readership. This means that the newspaper industry needs to rethink the way they do business and begin to look at alternative ways of presenting themselves to the public. If they can't make it, than they go out of business. After all, that is what a free market economy is all about, right? The same way of reasoning should apply to the auto industry and the banking system. Where is the money coming from to pay for all of this? It doesn't grow on trees.

The American taxpayer is the one who is the loser. The government in my opinion has overstepped her bounds and needs to look at ways of cutting our taxes, not ways of increasing it. I hope that my fellow Americans will join me in opposing these acts of indiscretion. Our future as a nation may depend upon it.

Should Pastor Rick Warren name the name of Christ in Prayer?

2008-12-31T10:31:00.000-08:00

There are those in the media an throughout the nation who are trying to say that pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback church should not say the name of Jesus Christ during his prayer time at Barrack Obama's inauguration. Those who say they would be offended by the mentioning of Christ in the prayer are those who do not profess Him as their Lord and Savior. But what if Rick Warren doesn't say the name of Christ during his prayer time? Would he not be denying the one he claims to serve? The Bible states that if you deny Christ before men that He would deny you before the Father God.

What those who are opposing Rick Warren on this issue are forgetting is that this nation was founded on Christian principles. The Bible is still the most popular selling book throughout the land. What I find most interesting is that this type of attack is always against those who proclaim to have the truth. If a gay man or women wanted to pray in the name of their god there would be no outcry. After all, they are the ones who are being "oppressed". But when it comes to people of the Christian faith we are the ones who are being persecuted and held back because we "name the name above all names, which is, Jesus the Christ". Where is the outcry on that?

I say it is time for the church of Jesus Christ to rise up and stand and be counted in this hour. We can't afford to be silent no more. I pray that Rick Warren will stand up and pray with boldness and conviction on inagruation day and use the name of Jesus Christ. For that name has power. How do I know? How often is it cursed? How often is it suppressed? The name of Jesus Christ has the power to change men and the world we live in. Let us continue to proclaim it with boldness, conviction and love.

To read more on this topic read the following link.

Why does Israel have a right to exist?

2008-12-27T08:42:00.001-08:00

The world at times appears united against the little nation of Israel. Why is that the case? Why does a nation that is about the size of New Jersey draw so much attention? After all the Arab nations that surround her have plenty of territory and oil to boot. The reason Israel is such a magnet for the rest of the world to wonder after is because of her relationship to the God of the Bible.

When Abraham accepted the call of God on his life to separate himself from the world and pursue what God had for him, which was to found the nation of Israel, he was not aware of his destiny and how the choices he was to make would impact the world from his time to the one we are living in now. For God promised Abraham a son, which in the natural world would seem impossible because when the promise came Abraham was nearly 80 years of age and Sarah his wife was close to 70. They waited nearly twenty years for the promise to be filled and along the way they tried to help God out. Sarah encouraged Abraham to take one of her servants and conceive with her. Obviously this was not God's plan. The result produced Ishmael, who became the father of the Arabs. The fight between the Jews and Arabs starts here.

But despite the failings of those who were following the God of Israel, the Lord granted the land that the Jews now inherit to be their land. The Canaanites were a sinful bunch that worshiped false gods and the Lord gave the land to Abraham and his descendants. Joshua and the generation he led were the ones who took possession and according to the promise made to Abraham, the Jews are the rightful owners.

So when you hear the president trying to give land to the Muslims and hoping to make peace between the Arabs and the Jews through this action realize that this is not in accordance to what the God of the Bible will is for the Jewish people. God laid out the boundaries of the land for His people from the Bible. Giving land for peace is not a part of the agreement. The Bible also states that once God puts His people back into their land that He will not allow them to be moved out of it again.

In 1948 the land of Israel was reestablished. The Jews are here to stay. Israel will not be removed from the land it now has possession of. No terrorists, Iranian threat or action will force them out. Because the Lord God is there defender and He will see them through any and all threats to their existence. Do you I believe that Israel should be able to defend herself? Absolutely! I truly believe that as the end of the world continues to draw closer and closer that the battle over Israel will only grow greater. Because the land she is on is the place where Satan and his minions were defeated. The cross trumped the power of sin, God redeemed mankind from this place. That is why the devil fights so hard to take this ground. He wants revenge and a hope to redeem himself from the defeat that was enforced there by Christ's sacrifice.

When all is said and done the final battle will be fought in Israel at the battle of Armageddon. And once again the enemy of mankind will taste defeat, as God, through Christ, will triumph. Keep trying devil. But no matter what you do or say, Israel is here to stay.

For further reading on this topic I recommend the following: Genesis chapter 12, Genesis chapter 15, Genesis chapter 17, Genesis chapters 21 and 22. Also read Revelation chapters 19 and 20.

Is the Reagan Revolution Over?

2008-12-21T17:19:00.000-08:00

After the recent election of Barrack Obama there have been certain people proclaiming that the era of Reagan is over. I tend to disagree with professor West and others with his train of thought. The Reagan revolution did not end with the election of Barrack Obama. The conservative moment became divided and lost the horse it was riding on to people like John McCain, who were not truly conservative, but tried to give the appearance of being conservative, in hopes of gaining the White House.

Not only was the conservative moment betrayed by John McCain, but our current President, George W. Bush, and the Republican Congress also betrayed the movement, by boosting spending of taxpayer money to new heights and by wanting to allow illegal immigrants a free pass into this country.

The conservative movement will once again demonstrate its power when the Republicans are bold and daring enough to get a "true conservative" like Sarah Palin onto the top of the ticket. People like Palin are the ones who are able to "stir" the base of the party, which is made up of religious and social conservatives. For what Ronald Reagan believed is still what the base believes in. Lower taxes, a strong military defense, pro-life, a belief that America is still the greatest nation in the world, these are some of the things that Reagan espoused and believed.

Though the conservative movement did not surface as I had hoped it would in this past election cycle, I am confident that it will find itself again and will resurface in the upcoming election cycle. At that point what will professor West have to say when he sees the Reagan values once again trump the current leftists policies. For you see professor West, the values of Reagan are not something that are man made, they are something that is put into the hearts of man by our Creator and they are not just going to fade away.

If you are interested in knowing what Reagan believed in this link will give you more understanding. One more link that I am enclosing is from Hannity's America that might interest you.

The Differences between the Gardens

2008-12-20T10:57:00.000-08:00

Have you ever noticed in reading through the Bible that God speaks of two gardens? Everyone who has ever read the book of Genesis is familiar with the garden of Eden where the Lord placed the first two humans into.

The garden of Eden was a perfect place. Everything that man needed was there. God gave man the responsibility of taking care of it. That commandment is extended to you and I even now. We are responsible for the care of this planet until He comes back. It was in this garden that God also placed a tree there that was used as a test, that tree being the tree of good and evil. God is not one who will require a person to bow to Him, unless that person does so out of the realized need in their heart. Thus, the tree of good and evil allow man a choice. Obey God and have nothing to do with it, or chose to partake in its fruit.

Eventually Adam and Eve took of its fruit and ate it, as the enemy of God and man, Satan, lead them down the path of deception. At that point God had to remove the human race from the garden of Eden, for it they ate of the tree of Life man would have been trapped in his sinful state forever with no hope of redemption.

This brings us to the second garden, the garden of Gethsemane. God in His foreknowledge knew that man would fall from the position he was placed in by God, thus the Lord already had a plan in mind before the earth was formed. It was here, in the garden of Gethsemane, the second Adam, the Lord Jesus Christ would be tempted.

As Christ prayed His human nature knew what He was about to suffer and was struggling with the decision that needed to be made. For if Christ had given in to the temptation of not going to the cross for mankind's sins, you and I would have no hope of ever gaining redemption and reconnecting with the Father God. I believe the most crucial moment in this garden experience was when Christ prayed, " Not my will, but thine be done." It was here at that moment that eternal salvation for all mankind was made available. Jesus Christ went to the cross and arose three days later as the savior of all mankind. He had defeated sin, the grave and the devil in one fell swoop and as a result of this all who placed their faith in Him can enjoy victory in every area of life.

Is it not amazing how God can not only redeem man, but He will not even leave His creation out of the picture, He can even redeem the garden as well.

For further study of this please read the following scriptures: Genesis chapters 1-3 and Matthew chapters 26-28.

Should we be praying to Mary?

2008-12-13T08:43:00.000-08:00

When it comes to prayer Catholics like to pray something that is called the rosary. One of the prayers they mention is called, "Hail Mary". The prayer goes like this, " Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of death. Amen."

When it comes to praying to Mary there is no mention of this in the Bible. The Bible calls the Lord Jesus Christ are high priest and the one who is stands between us and God. When one prays, we should do so in the name of Jesus. Praying to Mary is the same as praying to a tree or stone or any other idol that one can come up with. Even if praying to Mary would make a difference why would one want to approach a third party, when you can directly communicate with the Father God through His son Jesus.

Most Catholics that I have discussed this with have argued that since Mary is the mother of Christ, because of her close relationship with Him, she is better able to get a hold of his "ear". But this shows a lack of faith and relationship. God wants us to spend time with Him, to know Him.

When Moses was on mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments from God, Moses asked the Lord to see God's glory. God did not say to Moses that he could not grant his request, that he would have to find someone like Mary to take his request to the Father, no God spoke to Moses and said that He would allow Him to see His glory as He walked on by Moses after Moses was placed in the cleft of the rock.

If you are someone who is seeking to know God you can meet God personally. Just cry out to Him and ask Him to meet you where ever you are at. The Lord will come to meet you. After all He came to this world to die for sinners like you and me so that we can one day be where He is now. God does intervene daily in the affairs of men. You don't have to look for a third party to be a go between. He is waiting at the throne of heaven wanting to hear from you right now.

Further scripture references that will help one understand what has been spoken includes the following: Hebrews 7:25, John 3:16-17, Exodus 33:17-23.

Is there Media Bias?

2008-12-11T18:09:00.000-08:00

If you are someone who is following the current scandal with the Illinois governor have you noticed that none of the major media outlets are stating that he is a Democrat? Why is this? Could I be detecting a little bias from the media here. Here is a story from the NY Times which backs up my claims. The link is http://www.nytimes.com/2008/12/11/us/politics/11illinois.html?ref=todayspaper . Another link that backs my point of view is http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081211/ap_on_go_pr_wh/obama_analysis .

My main point in all of this is that if this had been a Republican official that was under fire the term Republican would have been mentioned throughout the story and would have been included in the headline to the news story. To prove my point I will use some of the recent media attention that has been directed to Senator Ted Stevens from Alaska regarding a scandal that he was involved in. The links are as follows http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/07/29/politics/main4303372.shtml and http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSTRE4AC8E320081113 .

Obviously in this nation there are two standards when it comes to those who fall into trouble. If you are a Democrat the media will support you and try to protect your reputation. If you are a Republican you will be examined so very closely that privacy may become an issue. What we need to see happen is a media that is balanced and willing to put all groups under the same microscope. This was the intention of the founders of our nation and the purpose that media inherited from the time of the creation of our nation until the recent times that we now live in. I hope and pray that the "new media" people like myself and the Rush Limbaugh's will continue to be able to exercise our views in the public marketplace of ideas. Because from what I have shown today the world is in need of people like myself. For if the salt has lost its saltiness than it is good for nothing but to be thrown out. And the world we live in today needs the "salt" of truth to keep the rot we are smelling from overwhelming us. So let us be Salt to this generation that needs its so very much in this crucial hour.

Did We Evolve from Apes?

2008-12-06T07:14:00.000-08:00

When one considers our beginning most people think of either one of two things, either we were made by our Creator, which the Bible states in the book of Genesis or man came by random chance, which is what the theory of evolution states. For those of us who seek truth there can only be one answer. Both of these theories cannot coexist or merge and be correct. But how does one determine which is correct?

Let us approach this from the place of reason. First let us examine who God says He is. In John 14:6 Jesus Christ says the following, "I am the way, the truth, and the life, no man comes to the Father but through Me." What Christ is saying here is that all Truth resides in Him. If Christ is God as He claims, then God is Truth. Anything outside of what God proclaims to be truth, has to be a lie. The Bible declares in John 8:44 that the devil is the father of lies. Now if God states that He creates us, then either He is telling the truth or He is lying. Now if God is lying to us, then He has just corrupted Himself and He cannot be God anymore because He just went against His nature, which is Truth.

Thus, if the creation story is based in Truth, which I believe it is, then evolution and its belief in it has to be based on a lie. The Bible also declares that, "where light is, darkness can not be." Thus the two theories of creationism and evolution cannot co-exist or be merged together as some in the Christian community has done. With this being said, did we evolve from apes? The answer is a resounding, "NO!"

For more information on this topic here are some articles you may be interested in reading:
http://www.answersingenesis.org/articles/2008/10/10/feedback-searching-for-truth

http://www.answersingenesis.org/articles/aid/v3/n1/creation-evolution-yes-we-have-to-choose

For those of you who are interested in the lyrics of a song written and preformed by a Christian band named David and the Giants, the song Evolution is Pollution might catch your fancy. The link is http://www.hotlyrics.net/lyrics/D/David__amp__The_Giants/Evolution_Is_Pollution.html Enjoy!

Why has there been Silence on the Abortion issue?

2008-12-01T18:06:00.000-08:00

In the years that I have spent on this planet I have noticed that certain issues are wrestled about by various groups within a society over many years until the issue is decided one way or the other. If you are of my generation, people who grew up in the 1980's you can't help but remember the struggle between pro life groups and those who supported abortion. It was constantly in the news and was not uncommon to hear about people being arrested and placed in jail as a result of their demonstration.

Ever election cycle during this time we would hear how each candidate stood on this issue and each side vowed to get their man or woman into office. The issue of abortion remained a very important topic until we came to this election cycle.

I truly believe that this issue went by the way side because the mainstream media decided that this issue would be harmful to their candidate for president and as a result they buried it. There were a few attempts made by the pro life groups to bring this issue out, but they were unable to bring it to the forefront as in times past.

Does this now mean that abortion has become an accepted fact in our land? Though it may appear to have won out, I do believe that many Americans have this issue close to their hearts and will not let it die out. Could it be that since more young Americans are not choosing to go this route that abortion is now in decline and as a result has lost its place in society? I do believe this does have some effect, but until America can rid herself of this curse, America will not experience the true blessings that He has for us.

For America has just elected her first minority president. She has dealt with racism and slavery. Is it not the time to deal with abortion and recognize that life does not begin when someone is removed from the birth canal, but that life begins with conception. Once we recapture that ideal once again, than America will rise to new heights and proclaim to the world at large the greatness of our values, which are based in our heritage of faith and family. If you are interested in reading more of what I have written please check out http://www.thetruthteller.org

Why did God call His people to be Salt and Light?

2008-11-27T15:12:00.000-08:00

If one reads through the Bible you will come across a scripture where Jesus Christ calls his followers salt and light. What did Christ mean by this? I believe that the Church of Jesus Christ does not fully understand what this means today in our politically correct world.

I truly believe that Christ wants His people to be able to engage the world we live in many different facets. Not only in reaching out to those who are in need of spiritual salvation, but to meet physical needs as well, which includes helping people to realize their potential. What we have seen over the years is the government stepping in and doing what God intended for the Church to do. The Church through the power of the risen Lord has not only the ability to help people realize and meet physical needs, but bring spiritual life to that person as well.

For it is through the power of the Holy Spirit that a person is changed, because God changes not only the physical element of a person, but the heart as well. Thus, when a believer is able to help present the Light, which is Christ to a person, and they accept Him into their heart which helps to transform not only that person, but all they affect.

For a believer to be Salt, they must be able to take the message that they have received, which is the Light and act on the principles that they have learned. This may be taking a stand against social issues like abortion, or gay marriage and doing what they need to do to help affect change in society.

Can one survive with the other? I believe that the Bible answers that question when it states that "faith without works is dead". If the society at large is to be changed, it will take believers who are willing to be Salt and Light to bring about the changes that are necessary. Are you willing to join this revolution?

If you would like to read more check out my blog at www.the truthteller.org

God gave us reason to be Thankful

2008-11-27T14:54:00.000-08:00

When one thinks about this time of the year we all go from the transition of fall to winter with the passing of Thanksgiving to Christmas. If one truly thinks about this with some deep thought the only reason one has to be truly thankful for is God. After all without Him there is no reason why the universe would even exist. The Bible declares that God exists before the universe came into being and will be there even when it passes away. God is the Alpha and the Omega. He is the Beginning the the End.

Thus, when one things about there existance, one must acknowledge God. For it was God who created this planet, who gave us the sky and air we breathe and the plants and flowers and food that we eat and the water to drink. Without God there would be no animals and no green grass to enjoy. No mountains, no seas, no wild buffalo to watch roam.

But think of the awesomeness of the fact that the God who has created all this for us to enjoy, also had the foresight to see that we would fall short. For when Adam and Eve fell in the garden of Eden, tempted by the serpent, they fell into a thing that most Americans do not like to talk about, a word called SIN.

But God saw through this, He already knew before our ancestors fell that we would need someone to come and save us. That is why He sent Jesus Christ into the world to die on a cross, but before there was a cross, there had to be a birth, which is why we celebrate Christmas.

So when I reflect on this time of year I think of what God did for me through Christ. I am truly thankful and I am gratefully. No matter what I am faced with and no matter what happens or occurs, I know one thing, God is with me and will never leave me or forsake me. Do you feel the same way?

If you would like to read more on what I have to say check out my blog at www. thetruthteller.org