Shame--the painful feeling arising from the consciousness of something dishonorable, improper, ridiculous, etc., done by oneself or another.
I’m not really sure when it began, as it has been a gradual thing, I’m sure. But like the slow removal of a grass stain from a teenager’s hack-around T-shirt, the impression has slowly been extracted from the conscience of America.
Whatever happened to shame?
I suppose some of it could be traced to Dr. Spock, as he is responsible for so much of what is wrong with child-rearing these days, or to Benjamin Bloom, and John Dewey, two acolytes-of-atheism, men who promoted the Humanistic ideals that have replaced Christianity as the bedrock of our educational system. “If it feels good, do it” has replaced “Thou shall not.”
But the bare boned bottom line is that the goal of “building self-esteem” in our young children required the elimination of any type of negative reinforcement and led to the development of the value system we now see permeating the American culture.
Let me ask you again, “Whatever happened to shame?”
I’m sure I was a handful in elementary school. I was small in stature but big on the inside. Always striving to be the center of attention (big families teach you to fight to be noticed), I spent my early school daze with my nose stuck to a dot written on the chalkboard, standing face-first in the back corner of the classroom, or in isolation in the hallway where I couldn’t distract the rest of the class.
In small town America in the fifties we still believed that shame was a good thing. My parents didn’t call the principal, we didn’t hire a lawyer, child psychologists were as common as cordless phones, and “mood altering medications” were something the hippies hadn’t even thought of. In the 1950’s they would have thrown you in jail for giving drugs to a young child.
Yep, I would have been the poster child for Ritalin. But instead of medicated, I was disciplined. Despite what the child experts want to tell us, applied lovingly, shame is a great teacher. I know it is a matter of opinion but I think I turned out all right.
It was 1989. I was over a decade into my “public-fool system” career when I first noticed it. I was teaching “special education” (in many cases this is nothing more than a made-up disability where schools warehouse students who won’t behave: read this on ADD) when a 15 year-old thug named John came waltzing in late to class, basking in the glory of having been in the principal’s office, and proudly strutting in to tell his fellow future-felons about “the discipline” he had just survived.
“F-Him Man.” John announced to his captive audience as his chain-linked ear-ring dangled under his long, scraggly, pot-perfumed hair. “I ain’t serving no f-in detention. I told that m-f-er that he ain’t my old man so he could shove the detention up his a--. Who does that m-fer think he is telling me that sh-t? I should have kicked his f-in a--.”
You may think I am making it up. Ask your child. This type of language is common-place in our “public” schools today. In 1989, John was a bit ahead of his time.
With all of the class waiting on my reaction, I uttered a phrase that I used often with troubled kids.
“You know the problem with most of you in here?” I declared to the room full of cultural-misfits. “You are ashamed of what you should be proud of and proud of what you should be ashamed of.” (By the way, it took 4 years but I eventually tamed John -- amazing what a little love and strong discipline will do for a malcontent.)
I thought of John as I looked around America this week. The results of this false self-esteem are all over the television. It has even crept into the church.
Hillary “misspoke” about her dodging of the sniper bullets. Where I come from we call that lying. But if anyone were to accuse her of “lying” the outrage over such blatant “judgmentalism” of her actions would raise a hue and cry that would turn her into a sympathetic figure. In my hometown elementary school, Hillary’s behavior would have earned her some time on a stool with a dunce-cap on. Today we laugh it off as “fatigue,” or “mixed-memory.” (Let’s see, can you remember confusing the specifics of the last time you had to dodge bullets?) Such blatant dishonesty should doom her career. She’s running for leader of the free world for heaven’s sake! But we’ll brush it off as “Clintonesque.” We’ve come to expect it from our leaders.
Eliot Spitzer is caught with his hand in the “cookie jar” and he doesn’t have the decency to immediately exit “stage right.” His too-proud-to-be-ashamed wife stands beside him as Spitzer tries to figure out a way to keep his job. The “cookie” into whose jar his hand was caught is offered millions for her story. A “high-priced hooker” (as opposed to a low-priced hooker) becomes a hero. No shame.
Like Monica, she will ride (sorry) Spitzer all the way to the bank. You see, they are all proud of what they should be ashamed of. Once again, America glorifies degeneracy.
Now the new governor of NY is self-identifying as a former drug-using adulterer. Former NJ governor James McGreevey is a “gay American.” The Mayor of Detroit is oblivious to shame.
Britney, Paris, Lindsay, all have gotten rich off of despicable behavior. The glorification of sluts is featured even on mainstream news shows.
Look at what our culture has become. We have lost the ability to blush. Even those in our pulpits make excuses for sin. Families watch together on TV what my parents didn’t speak of even in private.
Have you turned on the TV lately? Have you spent any time watching what our children are watching? Are you familiar with the MTV show Jackass, (WARNING: Should cause one to blush) where people become stars by doing things for which most folks would be embarrassed? How about “The Real World” which features the promotion of debauchery and adulterous behavior?
My Mom would have warned us to “Stop encouraging such behavior.” She could wield a mean yardstick. She wasn’t worried about her kids’ self-esteem. She was worried about our self-respect.
“Everyone lies. We’re all sinners, Coach!” Well, I guess you’re right, but there was a time in America when you were taught to be ashamed of your sin. Sadly, those days have gone the way of sin-hating Christians.
I don’t mean to pick on Hillary but has there ever been a more narcissistic couple than she and her husband? I mean, come on, has there ever been a pair that has been so natural at lying? Her recent “mis-statement” is merely the latest in a long line of serial-perjury, (I did not have sex with that woman, I don’t know how those records got in my office.) It is a way of life with them; sadly, it is a way of life with most politicians…with most Americans, actually. They are a reflection of us.
But here is the tragic part. We know that they lie, yet we still consider them qualified for public service. Pastors endorse them, pundits justify their behavior, and Christians vote for the “lesser of the evils.” “It’s only politics” (Is that John Dewey I hear?) as they try to convince us that lying is no longer a big deal. Let me ask you something. In your personal life, do you trust liars?
My wife came home from substitute teaching in our local elementary the other day and she was distraught. “The kids are out of control,” She lamented. “Discipline is non-existent. Everyone is afraid to do anything. The principals all look the other way. No-one will control the kids’ behavior.”
What is that popular term we hear today….”the chickens have come home to roost”….we no longer honor character. We glorify the character-less.
America needs more shame. We need to make it clear that some behaviors are not acceptable. We must teach our children that behaviors have consequences, that one’s actions affect others. That the world doesn’t revolve around them.
The Clinton supporters said everyone lies about sex. I don’t. I don’t have to. There was a day when one was ashamed of both lies and sex.
Shame on us, America. Shame on us for what we are not teaching our children. Shame on us for winking at sin. We reap what we sow. Look at our current crop of shameless leaders. Why should we expect anything different?
Whatever happened to shame?
Monday, March 31, 2008
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
More San Francisco Blasphemy: The "Sisters' Of Perpetual Indulgence" Hunky Jesus Competition, 2008 [Warning - Graphic Video Available]
This Article and Story taken from RomanCatholicBlog.com
This video is upsetting and offensive, but it exposes the truth in a way words can't convey.
Here's a link to the story: Hunky Jesus competition
Quote:
San Franciscans have flocked to Dolores Park in the city to compete in, or watch, what has become an Easter Sunday tradition - the "Hunky Jesus" competition.
Officiated by a gay charity group known as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, which has been active in San Francisco since 1979, the contest pits costumed and usually scantily clad men against each other for the distinction of being declared the most attractive Jesus.
Catholics have labelled the annual pageant blasphemous, considering that previous entrants have included "old school Jesus", "surfer Jesus" and "zombie Jesus", an irreverent take on the Easter message of Christ rising from the dead.
But the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence insist the contest is all part of their mission to "promote universal joy and expiate stigmatic guilt".
More images from the event can be viewed here: Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Hunky Jesus Competition
This behavior is shameful. It's meant to scandalize and offend people, and those responsible certainly succeed in that regard.
The blasphemy you see is one of the ways these people seek to reinforce their fantasy that God is either a myth or indifferent to their lifestyle choices, no matter how obviously unnatural (at least to anyone who is not bereft of what should be common sense). Those who insist that acts of blasphemy and indecency, and shameless acts of perversion are harmless – or even acts of virtue – do so because of moral blindness resulting from obstinacy in evil, or a lack of objectivity and capacity for critical thought as a result of having been brainwashed.
This is part of what St. Paul spoke of in Romans 1.
Whatever their fantasies, this is reality:
Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God. (Matthew 5:8)
But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully: Knowing this, that the law is not made for the just man, but for the unjust and disobedient, for the ungodly, and for sinners, for the wicked and defiled, for murderers of fathers, and murderers of mothers, for manslayers, for fornicators, for them who defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and whatever other thing is contrary to sound doctrine, which is according to the gospel of the glory of the blessed God, which hath been committed to my trust. (1 Timothy 1:8-11)
Be not deceived: God is not mocked; for whatever a man shall sow, that also shall he reap. (Galatians 6:7)
Know you not that the unjust shall not possess the kingdom of God? Do not err: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor the effeminate, nor liers with mankind, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor railers, nor extortioners, shall possess the kingdom of God. And such some of you were; but you are washed, but you are sanctified, but you are justified in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Spirit of our God. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)
For many walk, of whom I have told you often (and now tell you weeping), that they are enemies of the cross of Christ; Whose end is destruction; whose God is their belly; and whose glory is in their shame; who mind earthly things. (Philippians 3:18-19)
And when the Son of man shall come in his majesty, and all the angels with him, then shall he sit upon the seat of his majesty. And all nations shall be gathered together before him, and he shall separate them one from another, as the shepherd separateth the sheep from the goats: And he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on his left.
Then shall the king say to them that shall be on his right hand: Come, ye blessed of my Father, possess you the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger, and you took me in: Naked, and you covered me: sick, and you visited me: I was in prison, and you came to me. Then shall the just answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, and fed thee; thirsty, and gave thee drink? And when did we see thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and covered thee? Or when did we see thee sick or in prison, and came to thee? And the king answering, shall say to them: Amen I say to you, as long as you did it to one of these my least brethren, you did it to me.
Then he shall say to them also that shall be on his left hand: Depart from me, you cursed, into everlasting fire which was prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry, and you gave me not to eat: I was thirsty, and you gave me not to drink. I was a stranger, and you took me not in: naked, and you covered me not: sick and in prison, and you did not visit me. Then they also shall answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, or thirsty, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister to thee? Then he shall answer them, saying: Amen I say to you, as long as you did it not to one of these least, neither did you do it to me. And these shall go into everlasting punishment: but the just, into life everlasting. (Matthew 25:31-46)
And I saw a great white throne, and one sitting upon it, from whose face the earth and heaven fled away, and there was no place found for them. And I saw the dead, great and small, standing in the presence of the throne, and the books were opened; and another book was opened, which is the book of life; and the dead were judged by those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead that were in it, and death and hell gave up their dead that were in them; and they were judged every one according to their works. And hell and death were cast into the pool of fire. This is the second death. And whosoever was not found written in the book of life, was cast into the pool of fire. (Revelation 20:11-15)
This video is upsetting and offensive, but it exposes the truth in a way words can't convey.
Here's a link to the story: Hunky Jesus competition
Quote:
San Franciscans have flocked to Dolores Park in the city to compete in, or watch, what has become an Easter Sunday tradition - the "Hunky Jesus" competition.
Officiated by a gay charity group known as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, which has been active in San Francisco since 1979, the contest pits costumed and usually scantily clad men against each other for the distinction of being declared the most attractive Jesus.
Catholics have labelled the annual pageant blasphemous, considering that previous entrants have included "old school Jesus", "surfer Jesus" and "zombie Jesus", an irreverent take on the Easter message of Christ rising from the dead.
But the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence insist the contest is all part of their mission to "promote universal joy and expiate stigmatic guilt".
More images from the event can be viewed here: Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Hunky Jesus Competition
This behavior is shameful. It's meant to scandalize and offend people, and those responsible certainly succeed in that regard.
The blasphemy you see is one of the ways these people seek to reinforce their fantasy that God is either a myth or indifferent to their lifestyle choices, no matter how obviously unnatural (at least to anyone who is not bereft of what should be common sense). Those who insist that acts of blasphemy and indecency, and shameless acts of perversion are harmless – or even acts of virtue – do so because of moral blindness resulting from obstinacy in evil, or a lack of objectivity and capacity for critical thought as a result of having been brainwashed.
This is part of what St. Paul spoke of in Romans 1.
Whatever their fantasies, this is reality:
Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God. (Matthew 5:8)
But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully: Knowing this, that the law is not made for the just man, but for the unjust and disobedient, for the ungodly, and for sinners, for the wicked and defiled, for murderers of fathers, and murderers of mothers, for manslayers, for fornicators, for them who defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and whatever other thing is contrary to sound doctrine, which is according to the gospel of the glory of the blessed God, which hath been committed to my trust. (1 Timothy 1:8-11)
Be not deceived: God is not mocked; for whatever a man shall sow, that also shall he reap. (Galatians 6:7)
Know you not that the unjust shall not possess the kingdom of God? Do not err: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor the effeminate, nor liers with mankind, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor railers, nor extortioners, shall possess the kingdom of God. And such some of you were; but you are washed, but you are sanctified, but you are justified in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Spirit of our God. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)
For many walk, of whom I have told you often (and now tell you weeping), that they are enemies of the cross of Christ; Whose end is destruction; whose God is their belly; and whose glory is in their shame; who mind earthly things. (Philippians 3:18-19)
And when the Son of man shall come in his majesty, and all the angels with him, then shall he sit upon the seat of his majesty. And all nations shall be gathered together before him, and he shall separate them one from another, as the shepherd separateth the sheep from the goats: And he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on his left.
Then shall the king say to them that shall be on his right hand: Come, ye blessed of my Father, possess you the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger, and you took me in: Naked, and you covered me: sick, and you visited me: I was in prison, and you came to me. Then shall the just answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, and fed thee; thirsty, and gave thee drink? And when did we see thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and covered thee? Or when did we see thee sick or in prison, and came to thee? And the king answering, shall say to them: Amen I say to you, as long as you did it to one of these my least brethren, you did it to me.
Then he shall say to them also that shall be on his left hand: Depart from me, you cursed, into everlasting fire which was prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry, and you gave me not to eat: I was thirsty, and you gave me not to drink. I was a stranger, and you took me not in: naked, and you covered me not: sick and in prison, and you did not visit me. Then they also shall answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, or thirsty, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister to thee? Then he shall answer them, saying: Amen I say to you, as long as you did it not to one of these least, neither did you do it to me. And these shall go into everlasting punishment: but the just, into life everlasting. (Matthew 25:31-46)
And I saw a great white throne, and one sitting upon it, from whose face the earth and heaven fled away, and there was no place found for them. And I saw the dead, great and small, standing in the presence of the throne, and the books were opened; and another book was opened, which is the book of life; and the dead were judged by those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead that were in it, and death and hell gave up their dead that were in them; and they were judged every one according to their works. And hell and death were cast into the pool of fire. This is the second death. And whosoever was not found written in the book of life, was cast into the pool of fire. (Revelation 20:11-15)
Monday, March 24, 2008
WHAT COLOR IS YOUR CHRISTIANITY?
WHAT COLOR IS YOUR CHRISTIANITY?
For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. Galatians 3.
Could somebody please explain to me what in the world a “black Christian” is? Or, for that matter, a “Methodist Christian,” or “Baptist Christian,” or “conservative Christian?”
All of this talk about race; about white Christians and black Christians; white churches and black churches, must just break the Lord’s heart! How have we allowed the sacrifice of Jesus upon the cross to be whittled down to nothing more than human skin pigmentation?
Stop the foolishness, folks. God is a Spirit and man is a spirit. That’s right, man is a spirit. We live in a body, we possess a soul, but we are a spirit. And a spirit ain’t got no color nor denomination!
Enough already of this stupid race baiting, we are allowing God’s children to be separated for political gain. We should know better than that. If you are born again of the Spirit of God you have been bleached. Yep, bleached in blood.
I say shame on all of us. Shame on Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton, on Jeremiah Wright and Bob Jones University. Shame on every pastor and politician who wants to identify himself as some type of specialized Christian. Shame on Baptist Christians and Methodist Christians, on AME Christians and Evangelical Christians, on Charismatic Christians and Fundamentalist Christians. Shame on conservative Christians and liberal Christians, on black Christians and white Christians.
Stop it already. Stop taking your cue from the television. Stop allowing Jackson and Sharpton, Hannity and Rush, and all our preachers to classify us as if we were different types of cars! Don’t listen to Hillary or Obama, Dick Morris or Juan Williams, or any of the talking heads planted by the race-baiters whose job it is to keep blood-washed Christians separated. Divide and conquer…it is the oldest trick in the book.
Here is the Truth. “There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.”
Look, I am sorry about racism. I know it exists. I know white human beings have done terrible things to black human beings. But white humans have also done terrible things to other white humans, and black on black crime is an epidemic. I know some black Americans have had it tougher than some white Americans but some black Americans have it better than other white Americans. Struggle is part of the human experience.
I have to just be gut honest here. I’m sure some will call me names but I won’t be the first to be accused of something I’m not. Read what they did in Jeremiah’s day. Sometimes the only way they can win a debate is to “smite with words.” Well, I’m bigger than that. What you call me won’t change the Truth. Listen to what I say….not how I say it.
Recent statistics tell us that 90% of black Americans are voting Democratic. It is a “cultural thing” they tell us. Black Christians are voting for candidates who won’t stop the killing of unborn black babies. So evidently somewhere, someone is convincing blacks that the Democratic Party is their Savior. That somebody is standing in the pupit.
I thought Jesus was our Savior!
Because they have turned to Jehovah-Jesse rather than Jehovah-Jireh, many “black Christians” and "black churches" have made government their provider and they dutifully follow a political party that their adulterous-leadership has convinced them will lead them to the “promised land.” For forty years they have followed the Democratic-god and have been led not to freedom in Christ, but deeper into Egypt and the land of bondage.
But pale-faced America is no better. The "white churches," for the most part have been oblivious to the needs of their black brothers and sisters in Christ. As the needs in the inner-city grew, white America fled to the suburbs, leaving the god-of-government to meet the needs of the poor and the wretched. Whitey has not done his Christian duty to the poor of all pigmentations. We have turned the duties of the Church over to the god- of-government and we wonder why our black brothers look to elected officials for salvation.
Jesus is not a Democrat. Jesus is not a Republican. In fact, He is not even an American! Jesus is Lord!
“White Christians” pray to their “white God” for more stuff, while “black Christians” pray to their “black God” for justice and equality. The racial divide is deep because “black Christians” and “white Christians,” for the most part, don’t serve the same God.
A wise man said that the most segregated hour in America is 11:00 a.m. on Sunday.
You see, Christian values don’t have a color and they are not indigenous to any race Abortion is wrong, whether it kills a black baby or a white baby. Homosexuality is sin, whether you are a black man or a white woman. Poverty is crippling and it has no color. Murder is wrong no matter who pulls the trigger. All children deserve a mom and a dad regardless of their race. Stealing from one to give to another is covetousness even if you call it welfare.
Isn’t it time the Church started being the salt and stopped being a color?
I’m a proud white man. I am not ashamed of my German heritage nor my Catholic up-bringing. But today I don’t identify myself as a German-American nor a former Catholic. I am neither. I am an American, a follower of Jesus, and if you have trusted in the Name that is Above Every Name, you are my brother. I say it is time we started acting like it.
In 2006 I voted for Ken Blackwell, a Christian, for governor of Ohio. In the 2008 Primary I wrote in the name of Alan Keyes, a Christian, for president of the United States. I would proudly vote for Bobby Jindall, Jesse Lee Peterson, Ken Hutcherson, J.C. Watts, Clarence Thomas, Michael Steele, or Tony Dungy. Character has no color.
How about you my black Christian brother? Would you vote for such men of character? Statistics show that black Americans won’t vote for black Republicans! Tragically, most blacks have been taught to be more loyal to the Democrats than they are to their Lord.
But how about you, my white Christian brother, are you voting for a Republican rather than a Christian? Did Jeremiah Wright’s comments make you angry or sad? Are you voting Republican so you can beat the Democrats when you should be voting for Jesus so he can destroy the works of the Satan? We have become convinced that Party allegiance trumps allegiance to Christ. The Devil runs both Parties. A vote for either is a vote for Slew-foot’s agenda.
What kind of nation would this be if 90% of the CHRISTIANS voted for the same values?
There is a crisis of character in America. This “deficit of decency” is not a characteristic of any particular ethnic group. It is common to the human race. Blacks have the deficit and whites have the deficit. Only a life redeemed by the Blood of the Lamb can cure it.
Republicans aren’t the antidote and Democrats don’t have an elixir. Only Jesus can meet the needs of sin-sick America.
I came across this video of comedian Steve Harvey. It brought tears to my eyes. It convinced me of what I already knew. Blacks and whites serve the same Jesus. We just don’t know that we do. Please take 3 minutes to watch this video.
We’re better than we are acting, Church. The Devil has divided us.
Over 140 years ago the Great Emancipator said, “With malice toward none, with charity for all, ...let us strive on to finish the work we are in, ...to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.”
There are only two races….those racing for Heaven and those racing for hell, or, those on the narrow road to salvation or, those on the wide road to destruction.
What color is your Christianity?
For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. Galatians 3.
Could somebody please explain to me what in the world a “black Christian” is? Or, for that matter, a “Methodist Christian,” or “Baptist Christian,” or “conservative Christian?”
All of this talk about race; about white Christians and black Christians; white churches and black churches, must just break the Lord’s heart! How have we allowed the sacrifice of Jesus upon the cross to be whittled down to nothing more than human skin pigmentation?
Stop the foolishness, folks. God is a Spirit and man is a spirit. That’s right, man is a spirit. We live in a body, we possess a soul, but we are a spirit. And a spirit ain’t got no color nor denomination!
Enough already of this stupid race baiting, we are allowing God’s children to be separated for political gain. We should know better than that. If you are born again of the Spirit of God you have been bleached. Yep, bleached in blood.
I say shame on all of us. Shame on Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton, on Jeremiah Wright and Bob Jones University. Shame on every pastor and politician who wants to identify himself as some type of specialized Christian. Shame on Baptist Christians and Methodist Christians, on AME Christians and Evangelical Christians, on Charismatic Christians and Fundamentalist Christians. Shame on conservative Christians and liberal Christians, on black Christians and white Christians.
Stop it already. Stop taking your cue from the television. Stop allowing Jackson and Sharpton, Hannity and Rush, and all our preachers to classify us as if we were different types of cars! Don’t listen to Hillary or Obama, Dick Morris or Juan Williams, or any of the talking heads planted by the race-baiters whose job it is to keep blood-washed Christians separated. Divide and conquer…it is the oldest trick in the book.
Here is the Truth. “There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.”
Look, I am sorry about racism. I know it exists. I know white human beings have done terrible things to black human beings. But white humans have also done terrible things to other white humans, and black on black crime is an epidemic. I know some black Americans have had it tougher than some white Americans but some black Americans have it better than other white Americans. Struggle is part of the human experience.
I have to just be gut honest here. I’m sure some will call me names but I won’t be the first to be accused of something I’m not. Read what they did in Jeremiah’s day. Sometimes the only way they can win a debate is to “smite with words.” Well, I’m bigger than that. What you call me won’t change the Truth. Listen to what I say….not how I say it.
Recent statistics tell us that 90% of black Americans are voting Democratic. It is a “cultural thing” they tell us. Black Christians are voting for candidates who won’t stop the killing of unborn black babies. So evidently somewhere, someone is convincing blacks that the Democratic Party is their Savior. That somebody is standing in the pupit.
I thought Jesus was our Savior!
Because they have turned to Jehovah-Jesse rather than Jehovah-Jireh, many “black Christians” and "black churches" have made government their provider and they dutifully follow a political party that their adulterous-leadership has convinced them will lead them to the “promised land.” For forty years they have followed the Democratic-god and have been led not to freedom in Christ, but deeper into Egypt and the land of bondage.
But pale-faced America is no better. The "white churches," for the most part have been oblivious to the needs of their black brothers and sisters in Christ. As the needs in the inner-city grew, white America fled to the suburbs, leaving the god-of-government to meet the needs of the poor and the wretched. Whitey has not done his Christian duty to the poor of all pigmentations. We have turned the duties of the Church over to the god- of-government and we wonder why our black brothers look to elected officials for salvation.
Jesus is not a Democrat. Jesus is not a Republican. In fact, He is not even an American! Jesus is Lord!
“White Christians” pray to their “white God” for more stuff, while “black Christians” pray to their “black God” for justice and equality. The racial divide is deep because “black Christians” and “white Christians,” for the most part, don’t serve the same God.
A wise man said that the most segregated hour in America is 11:00 a.m. on Sunday.
You see, Christian values don’t have a color and they are not indigenous to any race Abortion is wrong, whether it kills a black baby or a white baby. Homosexuality is sin, whether you are a black man or a white woman. Poverty is crippling and it has no color. Murder is wrong no matter who pulls the trigger. All children deserve a mom and a dad regardless of their race. Stealing from one to give to another is covetousness even if you call it welfare.
Isn’t it time the Church started being the salt and stopped being a color?
I’m a proud white man. I am not ashamed of my German heritage nor my Catholic up-bringing. But today I don’t identify myself as a German-American nor a former Catholic. I am neither. I am an American, a follower of Jesus, and if you have trusted in the Name that is Above Every Name, you are my brother. I say it is time we started acting like it.
In 2006 I voted for Ken Blackwell, a Christian, for governor of Ohio. In the 2008 Primary I wrote in the name of Alan Keyes, a Christian, for president of the United States. I would proudly vote for Bobby Jindall, Jesse Lee Peterson, Ken Hutcherson, J.C. Watts, Clarence Thomas, Michael Steele, or Tony Dungy. Character has no color.
How about you my black Christian brother? Would you vote for such men of character? Statistics show that black Americans won’t vote for black Republicans! Tragically, most blacks have been taught to be more loyal to the Democrats than they are to their Lord.
But how about you, my white Christian brother, are you voting for a Republican rather than a Christian? Did Jeremiah Wright’s comments make you angry or sad? Are you voting Republican so you can beat the Democrats when you should be voting for Jesus so he can destroy the works of the Satan? We have become convinced that Party allegiance trumps allegiance to Christ. The Devil runs both Parties. A vote for either is a vote for Slew-foot’s agenda.
What kind of nation would this be if 90% of the CHRISTIANS voted for the same values?
There is a crisis of character in America. This “deficit of decency” is not a characteristic of any particular ethnic group. It is common to the human race. Blacks have the deficit and whites have the deficit. Only a life redeemed by the Blood of the Lamb can cure it.
Republicans aren’t the antidote and Democrats don’t have an elixir. Only Jesus can meet the needs of sin-sick America.
I came across this video of comedian Steve Harvey. It brought tears to my eyes. It convinced me of what I already knew. Blacks and whites serve the same Jesus. We just don’t know that we do. Please take 3 minutes to watch this video.
We’re better than we are acting, Church. The Devil has divided us.
Over 140 years ago the Great Emancipator said, “With malice toward none, with charity for all, ...let us strive on to finish the work we are in, ...to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.”
There are only two races….those racing for Heaven and those racing for hell, or, those on the narrow road to salvation or, those on the wide road to destruction.
What color is your Christianity?
Friday, March 21, 2008
Rev. Wright Is Wrong
Rev. Flip Benham • 3/21/2008
Press Release
March 21, 2008
Rev. Wright Is Wrong – Conservative Media Are Wimps
Barack Obama has pulled the race card (which effectively brings to an end all meaningful conversation) while FOX News and conservative talk radio have proved once again that “conservatism” is pretend salt. Sean Hannity, Bill O’Reilly, Rush Limbaugh, et. al., cannot see, nor do they dare to portray, the cataclysmic “change” that Barack Obama is espousing. It is a shift from one God and standard of Law to another. It is a shift from the God of the Bible and our Founding Fathers to the false god of Rev. Wright. Rev. Wright serves the god of his own hate-filled, bigoted imagination and calls it “Jesus.” Yet our conservative friends dare not call this blasphemy treason. They have yet to call Wright for the apostate he is.
Wright is preaching “a different gospel” (2 Corinthians 11: 3-4). The Apostle Paul tells us in Galatians 1:6-7, “I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you by the grace of Christ and are turning to “a different gospel” which is really no gospel at all…” Rev. Wright is wrong about the Jesus of the Bible!
Pastor Jeremiah Wright’s church is apostate as are all the United Churches of Christ (UCC) in America. Long ago this institution abandoned its rich Christian heritage and responsibility to stand upon the Word of God. It now follows the god of, “…everyone does that which is right in his own eyes.” Abortion, Homosexuality, Islam, and every false religion are welcome in Trinity United Church of Christ. It’s one Commandment is, “Don’t judge me!” Biblical Christianity is, however, not allowed.
We should not therefore be surprised that Barak Obama will defend his pastor when he (his pastor) is exposed to the light of the true Gospel of Christ. We should furthermore not be surprised when FOX News can’t seem to get it right about Rev Wright. Rev. Wright is no more a Christian than he is a poached egg.
We are indeed heading for change with Barak Obama. Oprah is helping us to get there. For the first time in its history, the United States of America may elect a President who does not acknowledge the Jesus of Scripture as the Savior of the world. Barak Obama and black liberation theology (a mixture of Islam, false Christianity, and any other religion that opposes true biblical Christianity) is not Christianity, and those of us who know better (real salt) need to say so.
We could not give our Lord Jesus a better gift on this Good Friday than to just say so!
Rev. Flip Benham, Director, Operation Save America/Operation Rescue
For comments by Rev. Flip Benham 980-722-4920
Press Release
March 21, 2008
Rev. Wright Is Wrong – Conservative Media Are Wimps
Barack Obama has pulled the race card (which effectively brings to an end all meaningful conversation) while FOX News and conservative talk radio have proved once again that “conservatism” is pretend salt. Sean Hannity, Bill O’Reilly, Rush Limbaugh, et. al., cannot see, nor do they dare to portray, the cataclysmic “change” that Barack Obama is espousing. It is a shift from one God and standard of Law to another. It is a shift from the God of the Bible and our Founding Fathers to the false god of Rev. Wright. Rev. Wright serves the god of his own hate-filled, bigoted imagination and calls it “Jesus.” Yet our conservative friends dare not call this blasphemy treason. They have yet to call Wright for the apostate he is.
Wright is preaching “a different gospel” (2 Corinthians 11: 3-4). The Apostle Paul tells us in Galatians 1:6-7, “I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you by the grace of Christ and are turning to “a different gospel” which is really no gospel at all…” Rev. Wright is wrong about the Jesus of the Bible!
Pastor Jeremiah Wright’s church is apostate as are all the United Churches of Christ (UCC) in America. Long ago this institution abandoned its rich Christian heritage and responsibility to stand upon the Word of God. It now follows the god of, “…everyone does that which is right in his own eyes.” Abortion, Homosexuality, Islam, and every false religion are welcome in Trinity United Church of Christ. It’s one Commandment is, “Don’t judge me!” Biblical Christianity is, however, not allowed.
We should not therefore be surprised that Barak Obama will defend his pastor when he (his pastor) is exposed to the light of the true Gospel of Christ. We should furthermore not be surprised when FOX News can’t seem to get it right about Rev Wright. Rev. Wright is no more a Christian than he is a poached egg.
We are indeed heading for change with Barak Obama. Oprah is helping us to get there. For the first time in its history, the United States of America may elect a President who does not acknowledge the Jesus of Scripture as the Savior of the world. Barak Obama and black liberation theology (a mixture of Islam, false Christianity, and any other religion that opposes true biblical Christianity) is not Christianity, and those of us who know better (real salt) need to say so.
We could not give our Lord Jesus a better gift on this Good Friday than to just say so!
Rev. Flip Benham, Director, Operation Save America/Operation Rescue
For comments by Rev. Flip Benham 980-722-4920
Monday, March 17, 2008
Faithfil Counselor
Jo Scott – Faithful Counselor
YESENIA'S AMAZING DAY!!
When Yesenia rode to her appointment with death, at Denver's Planned Parenthood killing place today, she never knew she'd be approached by Jo Scott.
Jo spoke to her for 30 minutes about the humanity and dignity of her baby and how God didn't want her to kill. Yesenia went into the clinic but 30 minutes later she came out in tears.
I watched her collapse into Jo's loving arms and sob with the realization of what she almost did.
She shared her ultrasound photos with us:
As you can see she will be having twins next fall. She decided for LIFE!! And we Praise God for all who were there today being voices for the voiceless.
Many Denver women killed today, but Yesenia will someday stand before the Lord and thank him for the double blessing He sent her.
The Silver Dollars are gifts from Jo to the women who keep their babies. As a precious metal they are symbols of how precious the moms and babies are in God's sight!
Leslie Hanks
V.P. Colorado RTL
"Endowed by their Creator with certain
inalienable rights, that among these
are Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."
Jo Scott – Faithful Counselor
YESENIA'S AMAZING DAY!!
When Yesenia rode to her appointment with death, at Denver's Planned Parenthood killing place today, she never knew she'd be approached by Jo Scott.
Jo spoke to her for 30 minutes about the humanity and dignity of her baby and how God didn't want her to kill. Yesenia went into the clinic but 30 minutes later she came out in tears.
I watched her collapse into Jo's loving arms and sob with the realization of what she almost did.
She shared her ultrasound photos with us:
As you can see she will be having twins next fall. She decided for LIFE!! And we Praise God for all who were there today being voices for the voiceless.
Many Denver women killed today, but Yesenia will someday stand before the Lord and thank him for the double blessing He sent her.
The Silver Dollars are gifts from Jo to the women who keep their babies. As a precious metal they are symbols of how precious the moms and babies are in God's sight!
Leslie Hanks
V.P. Colorado RTL
"Endowed by their Creator with certain
inalienable rights, that among these
are Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."
Friday, March 14, 2008
An Electronic Poison
This is a story From a good friend of mine Adam Tennant "Electronic Poison"
Hello beloved,
"17 You saw among them their detestable images and idols of wood and stone, of silver and gold. 18 Make sure there is no man or woman, clan or tribe among you today whose heart turns away from the LORD our God to go and worship the gods of those nations; make sure there is no root among you that produces such bitter poison."
There is an attack on our young people and it is urgent that the church responds. We must take action and sound the trumpet. I have personally witnessed friends of mine being sucked in by a device of satan himself. My brother-in-law lost his law practice and, now, only spends time with his wife and children when he takes a break from this poison. What is it that I am speaking of? Beloved, it might shock you to know that I am talking about video games. I believe that what I am about to unveil to you will truly shock you. But once you get this information, all you have to do is look around. Ask some co-workers about computer games and you will quickly find how vastly this poison has spread. Talk to some boys in your youth group and ask them how late they stayed up the night before. Then, ask them why.
When I witnessed my brother-in-law destroy his life (and the lives of those around him) as he was sucked into a life of computer gaming, I just thought he was a weirdo. But, then I heard the word "addiction" combined with video games. At first, it didn't make sense to me that someone could become addicted to video games. I understood, first hand, the power of addiction to drugs and alcohol; but video games? Come on! But, as I watched him, I saw some similarities. Occasionally, my sister would say that he was "trying" to cut back. That, my friend, is the first sign of an addiction. Is there something in your life that you are trying to give up, yet you can't? That's a good sign that you are "hooked".
Just so you don't think that my brother-in-law is an isolated problem, check out some of these stats. Did you know that nearly 2.8 million gamers play, in one weeks time, for thirty hours or more? And some of them actually play for as many as sixty, or even eighty, hours a week. You might say, "Well, kids should have fun...Let em' play their video games." Well, what if I told you that, according to the Entertainment Software Association, gamers are thirty-three years old, on average, and sixty-nine percent of American heads of households play digital games? Can you believe that? Now do you see that we have no small problem on our hand? Boys are supposed to grow up to become men of God...watchmen. Yet, they are becoming zombies.
Beloved, these games are no games at all. They are stealing our youth. They are causing our fathers to neglect, abandon and even divorce their families. Do a google search for "Everquest Widows" or "World of Warcraft Widows" and I guarantee that what you find will break your heart. It is no laughing matter. But, this being the case, why do we allow our children to play with this poison?
I am twenty-eight years old, so I don't know if you all can relate to me; but I know that some of you can. I recall a time, after my first hip surgery, when I was in bed for around a month, that I absolutely could not put the controller down. I was playing a game where your main objective is to fight an evil power, but what was really addictive was "leveling up" my character. This is what is so addictive about most of these new games. A gamer is so much involved in "leveling up" his character, that he might play for eight hours or more before getting up(except for using the bathroom). I've seen this beloved, I've even done it.
So, what is it that causes so many to become addicted to these games? Actually, it can be explained scientifically. I'm sure you have all heard of endorphins and adrenaline, and possibly you've even heard of dopamine. If you have studied drugs, you will find that these chemicals have a connection to many drugs, such as cocaine. As a child, I was always taught to "just say no" to drugs and I was warned of the dangers of addiction. Now, what if I told you that a gaming addiction involves the same biochemicals as cocaine?
A study was done by several British researchers on the brain in which their subjects played a game while having their brain activity monitored. They found a "two-fold increase in levels of extracellular dopamine" while the gamers played. In case you didn't know, dopamine is the same chemical that gives a high similar to that of cocaine. Dopamine, adrenaline, and endorphins combine to create a powerfully addictive cocktail. That is why you are liable to get yelled at if you tell your friend, or child, to stop playing.
So, now we know that there is a scientific explanation for gaming addictions. But, if you have any spiritual discernment, you will see, it goes much deeper. You see, God gives every boy the desire to become a man of great significance. Gaming satisfies our longing to be someone special. In these games, players don't just compete in backyard games of "tag". No, in these games, the fate of the world belongs to the player. Video gaming offers a boy a free ticket to the false sense of greatness, without the responsibility and hard work required to true greatness. And that, more than the biochemicals, is what really draws these kids in. The problem is, while they build up their character in this false world, their real life is spiraling toward disaster.
So, now that we realize the dangers of video gaming, what do we do? Some might say that you should set up a schedule, limiting the time spent gaming. I, however, don't see the answer there. The answer, beloved, is repentance. If you have a friend who is ruining his life in drugs, alcohol, or pornography; will you not call him to repentance? Then, beloved, you must do the same with video gamers. Oh, the content might not be as bad as the poison of pornography, but make no mistake, video games are poison. And, then, you must hold that person accountable. Oh, you will hear all kinds of excuses, and they will point the finger at everyone but themselves, but you must stick with it. You must call them to account.
It's easy to think that we should just "let kids be kids", but what if I were to tell you that 200 years ago much more was expected of children. Did you know that John Trumball, who studied under John Adams, read through the bible at age four? He also passed the entrance exam to Yale at age 7, but his mom held him back until he was thirteen, so he could go to school with his peers. Believe it or not, back then, around thirteen years of age was the average age of a college freshman. Benjamin Rush graduated Princeton at age twelve. The list goes on and on. And, in case you think their curriculum was easier, you should check out the "New England Primer". This was the standard text book for elementary aged since the 1600's. What is the problem? Simple...the fear of God has been removed from our schools and our homes. I won't stay here long, but just note that Proverbs 1:7 says "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge..."
What I am getting at, beloved, is that there is nothing wrong with the fact that we should expect more out of our children. You are not a mean parent if you forbid them to play video games and make them read their Bibles. You are called to instill the fear of God in your children.
Beloved, I hope you now see the dangers of video games. It is a truth that most do not know. But, now that you know, please just do what you can to warn others. It breaks my heart to see this younger generation staying up all night long, playing these games; only to wake up and pop "energy shots". That just breaks my heart. But, even worse than that, is the "fathers" that have turned their backs on their families to play these games. Beloved, I only hope it breaks your heart too. And I hope you will tell others about this poison.
In Christian love,
Adam Tennant
Hello beloved,
"17 You saw among them their detestable images and idols of wood and stone, of silver and gold. 18 Make sure there is no man or woman, clan or tribe among you today whose heart turns away from the LORD our God to go and worship the gods of those nations; make sure there is no root among you that produces such bitter poison."
There is an attack on our young people and it is urgent that the church responds. We must take action and sound the trumpet. I have personally witnessed friends of mine being sucked in by a device of satan himself. My brother-in-law lost his law practice and, now, only spends time with his wife and children when he takes a break from this poison. What is it that I am speaking of? Beloved, it might shock you to know that I am talking about video games. I believe that what I am about to unveil to you will truly shock you. But once you get this information, all you have to do is look around. Ask some co-workers about computer games and you will quickly find how vastly this poison has spread. Talk to some boys in your youth group and ask them how late they stayed up the night before. Then, ask them why.
When I witnessed my brother-in-law destroy his life (and the lives of those around him) as he was sucked into a life of computer gaming, I just thought he was a weirdo. But, then I heard the word "addiction" combined with video games. At first, it didn't make sense to me that someone could become addicted to video games. I understood, first hand, the power of addiction to drugs and alcohol; but video games? Come on! But, as I watched him, I saw some similarities. Occasionally, my sister would say that he was "trying" to cut back. That, my friend, is the first sign of an addiction. Is there something in your life that you are trying to give up, yet you can't? That's a good sign that you are "hooked".
Just so you don't think that my brother-in-law is an isolated problem, check out some of these stats. Did you know that nearly 2.8 million gamers play, in one weeks time, for thirty hours or more? And some of them actually play for as many as sixty, or even eighty, hours a week. You might say, "Well, kids should have fun...Let em' play their video games." Well, what if I told you that, according to the Entertainment Software Association, gamers are thirty-three years old, on average, and sixty-nine percent of American heads of households play digital games? Can you believe that? Now do you see that we have no small problem on our hand? Boys are supposed to grow up to become men of God...watchmen. Yet, they are becoming zombies.
Beloved, these games are no games at all. They are stealing our youth. They are causing our fathers to neglect, abandon and even divorce their families. Do a google search for "Everquest Widows" or "World of Warcraft Widows" and I guarantee that what you find will break your heart. It is no laughing matter. But, this being the case, why do we allow our children to play with this poison?
I am twenty-eight years old, so I don't know if you all can relate to me; but I know that some of you can. I recall a time, after my first hip surgery, when I was in bed for around a month, that I absolutely could not put the controller down. I was playing a game where your main objective is to fight an evil power, but what was really addictive was "leveling up" my character. This is what is so addictive about most of these new games. A gamer is so much involved in "leveling up" his character, that he might play for eight hours or more before getting up(except for using the bathroom). I've seen this beloved, I've even done it.
So, what is it that causes so many to become addicted to these games? Actually, it can be explained scientifically. I'm sure you have all heard of endorphins and adrenaline, and possibly you've even heard of dopamine. If you have studied drugs, you will find that these chemicals have a connection to many drugs, such as cocaine. As a child, I was always taught to "just say no" to drugs and I was warned of the dangers of addiction. Now, what if I told you that a gaming addiction involves the same biochemicals as cocaine?
A study was done by several British researchers on the brain in which their subjects played a game while having their brain activity monitored. They found a "two-fold increase in levels of extracellular dopamine" while the gamers played. In case you didn't know, dopamine is the same chemical that gives a high similar to that of cocaine. Dopamine, adrenaline, and endorphins combine to create a powerfully addictive cocktail. That is why you are liable to get yelled at if you tell your friend, or child, to stop playing.
So, now we know that there is a scientific explanation for gaming addictions. But, if you have any spiritual discernment, you will see, it goes much deeper. You see, God gives every boy the desire to become a man of great significance. Gaming satisfies our longing to be someone special. In these games, players don't just compete in backyard games of "tag". No, in these games, the fate of the world belongs to the player. Video gaming offers a boy a free ticket to the false sense of greatness, without the responsibility and hard work required to true greatness. And that, more than the biochemicals, is what really draws these kids in. The problem is, while they build up their character in this false world, their real life is spiraling toward disaster.
So, now that we realize the dangers of video gaming, what do we do? Some might say that you should set up a schedule, limiting the time spent gaming. I, however, don't see the answer there. The answer, beloved, is repentance. If you have a friend who is ruining his life in drugs, alcohol, or pornography; will you not call him to repentance? Then, beloved, you must do the same with video gamers. Oh, the content might not be as bad as the poison of pornography, but make no mistake, video games are poison. And, then, you must hold that person accountable. Oh, you will hear all kinds of excuses, and they will point the finger at everyone but themselves, but you must stick with it. You must call them to account.
It's easy to think that we should just "let kids be kids", but what if I were to tell you that 200 years ago much more was expected of children. Did you know that John Trumball, who studied under John Adams, read through the bible at age four? He also passed the entrance exam to Yale at age 7, but his mom held him back until he was thirteen, so he could go to school with his peers. Believe it or not, back then, around thirteen years of age was the average age of a college freshman. Benjamin Rush graduated Princeton at age twelve. The list goes on and on. And, in case you think their curriculum was easier, you should check out the "New England Primer". This was the standard text book for elementary aged since the 1600's. What is the problem? Simple...the fear of God has been removed from our schools and our homes. I won't stay here long, but just note that Proverbs 1:7 says "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge..."
What I am getting at, beloved, is that there is nothing wrong with the fact that we should expect more out of our children. You are not a mean parent if you forbid them to play video games and make them read their Bibles. You are called to instill the fear of God in your children.
Beloved, I hope you now see the dangers of video games. It is a truth that most do not know. But, now that you know, please just do what you can to warn others. It breaks my heart to see this younger generation staying up all night long, playing these games; only to wake up and pop "energy shots". That just breaks my heart. But, even worse than that, is the "fathers" that have turned their backs on their families to play these games. Beloved, I only hope it breaks your heart too. And I hope you will tell others about this poison.
In Christian love,
Adam Tennant
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The Church Needs our Help in Eureka Springs, AR
The Church Needs our Help in Eureka Springs, AR
Pastor Mark Kaiser/AFA with Foreword by Rev. John Reyes • 4/4/2008
Pastor Mark’s Call
Dear Flip,
We can expect no help from the churches here in Eureka Springs. I have personally gone to each pastor and have asked them why they are not concerned about what is happening in our town. They stated, “We do not get involved with such issues!” Do they not care about the souls of the homosexual community and the fact that these people will spend an eternity in hell with out Jesus?
On April 4th and 5th, we are planning rallies and outreaches in Eureka Springs. This weekend the homosexuals will be out in force for their “Diversity Pride” events. Our desire is to prayerfully flood the streets of Eureka with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through street preaching and witnessing. This once great city has begun to decay both morally and physically because of this sin!
I personally invite you and the saints of Operation Save America to come to our town and help us in the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Below is a brief agenda of our events:
• Friday: Time of prayer, praise and witnessing at 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday: Bible Study, witnessing on the streets until dark.
I know that that you a very busy, but please come and help us!
Storming the gates of hell,
Pastor Mark Kaiser
American Family Association’s article on the Eureka Springs
They are coming to your town Eureka Springs
Residents of the small Arkansas town of Eureka Springs noticed the homosexual community was growing. But they felt no threat. They went about their business as usual. Then, one day, they woke up to discover that their beloved Eureka Springs, a community which was known far and wide as a center for Christian entertainment--had changed. The City Council had been taken over by a small group of homosexual activists.
The Eureka Springs they knew is gone. It is now a national hub for homosexuals. Eureka Springs is becoming the San Francisco of Arkansas. The story of how this happened is told in the new AFA DVD “They’re Coming To Your Town.”
One of the first actions of the homosexual controlled City Council was to offer a “registry” where homosexuals could register their unofficial “marriage.” City Council member Joyce Zeller said the city will now be promoted, not as a Christian resort, but a city “selling peace, relaxation, history and sex.”
AFA’s “They’re Coming ToYour Town” documents the story of how and why this happened. And how homosexual activists plan to do the same in other towns.
Order a copy of “They’re Coming To Your Town.” Watch it. Then take the 28-minute DVD and share it with your Sunday School class and local church. This is a story the liberal media will never tell, but one you need to know
Airport and Hotel Information
Airport
XNA Regional Airport
Hotel
Travelers Inn
2044 E. Van Buren
Eureka Springs, AR
Phone: 479-253-8386
Ask for Gary (mention the Jericho Riders for the rate of $43.00 per room with double beds)
Pastor Mark Kaiser/AFA with Foreword by Rev. John Reyes • 4/4/2008
Pastor Mark’s Call
Dear Flip,
We can expect no help from the churches here in Eureka Springs. I have personally gone to each pastor and have asked them why they are not concerned about what is happening in our town. They stated, “We do not get involved with such issues!” Do they not care about the souls of the homosexual community and the fact that these people will spend an eternity in hell with out Jesus?
On April 4th and 5th, we are planning rallies and outreaches in Eureka Springs. This weekend the homosexuals will be out in force for their “Diversity Pride” events. Our desire is to prayerfully flood the streets of Eureka with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through street preaching and witnessing. This once great city has begun to decay both morally and physically because of this sin!
I personally invite you and the saints of Operation Save America to come to our town and help us in the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Below is a brief agenda of our events:
• Friday: Time of prayer, praise and witnessing at 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday: Bible Study, witnessing on the streets until dark.
I know that that you a very busy, but please come and help us!
Storming the gates of hell,
Pastor Mark Kaiser
American Family Association’s article on the Eureka Springs
They are coming to your town Eureka Springs
Residents of the small Arkansas town of Eureka Springs noticed the homosexual community was growing. But they felt no threat. They went about their business as usual. Then, one day, they woke up to discover that their beloved Eureka Springs, a community which was known far and wide as a center for Christian entertainment--had changed. The City Council had been taken over by a small group of homosexual activists.
The Eureka Springs they knew is gone. It is now a national hub for homosexuals. Eureka Springs is becoming the San Francisco of Arkansas. The story of how this happened is told in the new AFA DVD “They’re Coming To Your Town.”
One of the first actions of the homosexual controlled City Council was to offer a “registry” where homosexuals could register their unofficial “marriage.” City Council member Joyce Zeller said the city will now be promoted, not as a Christian resort, but a city “selling peace, relaxation, history and sex.”
AFA’s “They’re Coming ToYour Town” documents the story of how and why this happened. And how homosexual activists plan to do the same in other towns.
Order a copy of “They’re Coming To Your Town.” Watch it. Then take the 28-minute DVD and share it with your Sunday School class and local church. This is a story the liberal media will never tell, but one you need to know
Airport and Hotel Information
Airport
XNA Regional Airport
Hotel
Travelers Inn
2044 E. Van Buren
Eureka Springs, AR
Phone: 479-253-8386
Ask for Gary (mention the Jericho Riders for the rate of $43.00 per room with double beds)
Monday, March 10, 2008
Exposing The Gates Of Hell in Charlotte, NC.
After serving at the Abortion Clinics for several years in the city of Charlotte, NC. I was able to share the gospel of christ in a way I never imagined!To start off with this letter is a letter that I would like to use to expose the lies of the enemy and to encourage other christians to take a stand at local abortion mills in your area, where young baby boys and girls are being led to the slaughter through the cruel act of Abortion! This Past Saturday 3/8/08 was the date, and the morning started out like all other mornings going to the Clinics. I got up and got ready and jumped in our van and headed to 700 East Hebron Street. in Charlotte NC. But as always I spend time in prayer while driving to the clinic and asking god to use me and work through me as well as others that would be attending as well. So on arriving at the clinic it was very cold and windy and everyone was just trying to stay warm and share the gospel with all the parents entering the clinic. So as time went on after ministering to many parents The owner of the clinic Deborah Walsh shows up riding her mountain bike and parks across the street from the clinic. Deborah entered the clinic and then went back across the street where her bike was and she had a couple of signs with her, as one of those signs said "What have you done to improve the lives of women?" I gotta say that they gave no thought about that sign before it was made because we as gods people are out there praying and offering these women Doctors who can see them Free of charge and most importantly we have King Jesus To Offer! But they ask us what have we done to improve the lives of women while they are rushing them in the gates of hell to take there money and kill their children! Take a look at Jeremiah 5:26-29
26 "Among my people are wicked men
who lie in wait like men who snare birds
and like those who set traps to catch men.
27 Like cages full of birds,
their houses are full of deceit;
they have become rich and powerful
28 and have grown fat and sleek.
Their evil deeds have no limit;
they do not plead the case of the fatherless to win it,
they do not defend the rights of the poor.
29 Should I not punish them for this?"
declares the LORD.
"Should I not avenge myself
on such a nation as this?
So after she had walked across the street other ministers of the gospel tried to talk with her and after they had spoken with her later that day I had the chance to speak with her as well and during the conversation after about 30 minutes she asked me to come into the clinic with her to talk and to show me that they do more for women than just abortions! So while walking down the sidewalk before entering the clinic Deborah the clinic owner said to me, we are going in now and I must tell you that if you open your mouth or start preaching, then I will knock you over the head and I will hurt you and call the cops to come and get you. Now she had a ski pole she was carrying in her hand while telling me this, But if your wondering why and how a person could tell someone they will knock them out is because they where good at practing this method in the clinc! Because as I walked through those doors I felt a heaviness come on me like never before, People who had come into the clinics earlier flipping us off and yelling profanity at us where sitting there with heads hung low and no-body was yelling at me then! Because those people knew what they had done and they knew the Bloodshed flowing through the building that we had told them about prior to entering the building! But as I moved to the next room women where sitting dazed and confused by the Drugs they had been given! And That's why I say They are good at knocking people out! The owner said herself that they give these women Drugs prior to the procedures. The rooms where very Dark and quite, so we continued to a place they called the Chapel. As I entered the room I saw Islam symbols and A book shelf with Wicca written on the books and the owner asked me to please get off the mat I was standing on, so I said this rug you mean and she replied that mat is for the Muslims to pray on! So we began to talk and I told her straight up front that God hates Bloodshed and that he will destroy this place and so she told me her ideas and said we need to find common ground and stop all the Hate! But Friends let me tell you that there is NO Common ground in good and Evil! You either serve God or you DONT! Truth is hate to those who hate the truth! So The Owner then had a lady enter the converstion who was her religious consultant so she said! And I have to say that she was the most confused woman I have ever met with. As I asked her what was her purpose in coming to the clinic was she wouldnt tell me, then later she told me that she had been asked to come and observe, so she said I am a person who just observes, and I said great you are like most churches.. You just Sit and Observe and do nothing! Then she got angry and said when I step on the scene things change and she had the power to do anything so thats why she was called in! Well I will say without Jesus Christ you can do nothing! And she for sure did not know Jesus! But she claimed to have the powers to stop violence and hate so I asked her when was she going to stop the clinic form killing and the blood shed but the room got quiet then! Her power wasnt so strong! So finishing up this story I tried to obey The Lord and just preach the gospel as God has commanded me to, and I left the building while returing my brothers in christ that where waiting and praying outside the clinic!
But Brothers and Sisters who read this letter please see that inside these walls women are being drugged and lied to with all kinds of false religions! So I encourage you all and challenge you to stand at the gates of Hell and proclaim Gods word because These Gates of Hell Will not Stand if the Church of Jesus Christ makes up her mind to take a stand!
God Bless.
Brian Cranford.
Friday, March 7, 2008
The Pulpits Are Silent...
For among my people are found wicked men: they lay wait, as he that setteth snares; they set a trap, they catch men. As a cage is full of birds, so are their houses full of deceit: therefore they are become great, and waxen rich. They are waxen fat, they shine: yea, they overpass the deeds of the wicked: they judge not the cause, the cause of the fatherless, yet they prosper; and the right of the needy do they not judge. Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Jeremiah 5:26-31
Despite what the political parties would like you to believe, the problem in America is not the politicians, it is the pulpits. I hate to break the news to you, but most of America’s pulpits are filled with cowardly men. They are a shame to the Christ they claim to serve.
Harsh words, aren’t they? Not the type of thing that will make any friends in this “cheap-Grace” culture in which we live. But that’s okay. I’m not looking to make friends.
I am about fed-up with what I see. How did we ever get such man-pleasing leaders? All that our fore-fathers held dear is being destroyed before our very eyes and hardly a peep from the pulpit. They don’t want to hear it. It's the pulpiteers that I am talking about. They are concerned with being too harsh, they tell me that “Jesus is in control,” that they are not “called” to fight evil and that "we should pray for our enemies.”
Where have these guys come from? What we need is a return of the Voice of God thundering through the prophets standing in America’s pulpits. Not the prissy Purpose Driven drivel passing as the Gospel today. The feminized-preachers of today cannot hold a candle to those who ushered in The Great Awakening which led to the American Revolution, and the abolition of slavery -- two world-changing events spearheaded by the pulpit.
Listen to the message of America’s premiere preachers today. Rick Warren and his Purpose Driven Life have infiltrated the Church. Over 400,000 pastors have attended his conferences and over 40 million of his books have been sold. Wikipedia tells us “Since September 2002, over 30,000 congregations, corporations, and sports teams across the United States have participated in a "40 Days of Purpose" emphasis. A May 2005 survey of American pastors and ministers conducted by George Barna asked Christian leaders to identify what books were the most influential on their lives and ministries." The Purpose Driven Life was the most frequent response. Today’s Christians are more familiar with the words of Warren than the Words of Jesus. Thousands of America’s churches have used it in their Bible Studies and thousands of preachers preach Warren’s message.
Joel Osteen was voted Most Influential Christian in 2006. His preaching style focuses on “the goodness of God rather than sin.” He is a self-described “Life-coach” and “thinks that there are probably others better qualified, or more gifted for explaining Bible verses. Osteen explains that he tries to teach Biblical principles in a simple way, emphasizing the power of love and a positive attitude.” Wikipedia. “Presently, Osteen and several Lakewood Church team members travel across the nation, presenting programs in large stadiums to a paying public.” He has sold millions of books to millions of feel-good Christians. Watch this.
While our nation is killing babies, our schools are indoctrinating Christian-kids in Secular Humanism, and “Truth has fallen in the streets,” our preachers are attending church-growth seminars, using ‘self-help” books to supplement the Bible, and chasing after the butts and bucks. They are fiddling while the nation burns, building their church rather than Christ’s Kingdom.
Public schools are destroying the faith of Christian children and the pulpits are silent.
Legislation is introduced to remove the rights of parents and the pulpits are silent.
Children are taught they came from apes and the pulpits are silent.
Millions of children are “medicated” to control their behavior and the pulpits are silent.
Gambling is promoted to pay for schools and the pulpit is silent.
Precious babies are being murdered in the womb and the pulpits are silent.
Planned Parenthood kills babies with our tax dollars and the pulpits are silent.
Judges make laws and the pulpits are silent.
Tolerance trumps Truth and the pulpits are silent.
Sodomy is granted legal protection and the pulpits are silent.
The institution of marriage is crumbling and the pulpits are silent.
Obama says the Sermon on the Mount justifies gay marriage and the pulpits are silent.
Government has replaced God as defender and provider and the pulpits are silent.
Faith-based initiatives invite the government into the Church and the pulpits are silent.
The IRS muzzles the voice of the Church and the pulpits are silent.
Taxes are levied to do the work of the Church and the pulpits are silent.
The Church locks arms with compassionate-conservativism and the pulpits are silent.
Children’s service agencies separate family members and the pulpits are silent.
Self-help books replace the Bible and the pulpits are silent.
A Purpose Driven Life is elevated above dying to self and the pulpits are silent.
G.W. Bush says Christians and Muslims worship the same God and the pulpits are silent.
The Constitution is ignored and the pulpits are silent.
Pagans pray to open a session of Congress and the pulpits are silent.
Our elected officials lie and steal and the pulpits are silent.
Private property is stolen by government and the pulpits are silent.
Mother Earth is protected more than Father God is defended and the pulpits are silent.
Illegal aliens over-run our borders and the pulpits are silent.
The entertainment industry celebrates debauchery and the pulpits are silent.
From a bygone era, the sound from the pulpit rumbles throughout the ages.
Could a mariner sit idle if he heard the drowning cry? Could a doctor sit in comfort and just let his patients die? Could a fireman sit idle, let men burn and give no hand? Can you sit at ease in Zion with the world around you DAMNED? - Leonard Ravenhill
Churches don't need new members half so much as they need the old bunch made over. There wouldn't be so many non-church goers if there were not so many non-going churches. Too many churches are little more than four walls and a roof.- Billy Sunday
The voice from the pulpit today sings a different song.
“The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof?” Jeremiah 5:31.
Truth, justice and the American way are a thing of the past.
“None calleth for justice, nor any pleadeth for truth: they trust in vanity, and speak lies; they conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity.” Isaiah 59:4.
Tragically, the pulpits are silent.
Despite what the political parties would like you to believe, the problem in America is not the politicians, it is the pulpits. I hate to break the news to you, but most of America’s pulpits are filled with cowardly men. They are a shame to the Christ they claim to serve.
Harsh words, aren’t they? Not the type of thing that will make any friends in this “cheap-Grace” culture in which we live. But that’s okay. I’m not looking to make friends.
I am about fed-up with what I see. How did we ever get such man-pleasing leaders? All that our fore-fathers held dear is being destroyed before our very eyes and hardly a peep from the pulpit. They don’t want to hear it. It's the pulpiteers that I am talking about. They are concerned with being too harsh, they tell me that “Jesus is in control,” that they are not “called” to fight evil and that "we should pray for our enemies.”
Where have these guys come from? What we need is a return of the Voice of God thundering through the prophets standing in America’s pulpits. Not the prissy Purpose Driven drivel passing as the Gospel today. The feminized-preachers of today cannot hold a candle to those who ushered in The Great Awakening which led to the American Revolution, and the abolition of slavery -- two world-changing events spearheaded by the pulpit.
Listen to the message of America’s premiere preachers today. Rick Warren and his Purpose Driven Life have infiltrated the Church. Over 400,000 pastors have attended his conferences and over 40 million of his books have been sold. Wikipedia tells us “Since September 2002, over 30,000 congregations, corporations, and sports teams across the United States have participated in a "40 Days of Purpose" emphasis. A May 2005 survey of American pastors and ministers conducted by George Barna asked Christian leaders to identify what books were the most influential on their lives and ministries." The Purpose Driven Life was the most frequent response. Today’s Christians are more familiar with the words of Warren than the Words of Jesus. Thousands of America’s churches have used it in their Bible Studies and thousands of preachers preach Warren’s message.
Joel Osteen was voted Most Influential Christian in 2006. His preaching style focuses on “the goodness of God rather than sin.” He is a self-described “Life-coach” and “thinks that there are probably others better qualified, or more gifted for explaining Bible verses. Osteen explains that he tries to teach Biblical principles in a simple way, emphasizing the power of love and a positive attitude.” Wikipedia. “Presently, Osteen and several Lakewood Church team members travel across the nation, presenting programs in large stadiums to a paying public.” He has sold millions of books to millions of feel-good Christians. Watch this.
While our nation is killing babies, our schools are indoctrinating Christian-kids in Secular Humanism, and “Truth has fallen in the streets,” our preachers are attending church-growth seminars, using ‘self-help” books to supplement the Bible, and chasing after the butts and bucks. They are fiddling while the nation burns, building their church rather than Christ’s Kingdom.
Public schools are destroying the faith of Christian children and the pulpits are silent.
Legislation is introduced to remove the rights of parents and the pulpits are silent.
Children are taught they came from apes and the pulpits are silent.
Millions of children are “medicated” to control their behavior and the pulpits are silent.
Gambling is promoted to pay for schools and the pulpit is silent.
Precious babies are being murdered in the womb and the pulpits are silent.
Planned Parenthood kills babies with our tax dollars and the pulpits are silent.
Judges make laws and the pulpits are silent.
Tolerance trumps Truth and the pulpits are silent.
Sodomy is granted legal protection and the pulpits are silent.
The institution of marriage is crumbling and the pulpits are silent.
Obama says the Sermon on the Mount justifies gay marriage and the pulpits are silent.
Government has replaced God as defender and provider and the pulpits are silent.
Faith-based initiatives invite the government into the Church and the pulpits are silent.
The IRS muzzles the voice of the Church and the pulpits are silent.
Taxes are levied to do the work of the Church and the pulpits are silent.
The Church locks arms with compassionate-conservativism and the pulpits are silent.
Children’s service agencies separate family members and the pulpits are silent.
Self-help books replace the Bible and the pulpits are silent.
A Purpose Driven Life is elevated above dying to self and the pulpits are silent.
G.W. Bush says Christians and Muslims worship the same God and the pulpits are silent.
The Constitution is ignored and the pulpits are silent.
Pagans pray to open a session of Congress and the pulpits are silent.
Our elected officials lie and steal and the pulpits are silent.
Private property is stolen by government and the pulpits are silent.
Mother Earth is protected more than Father God is defended and the pulpits are silent.
Illegal aliens over-run our borders and the pulpits are silent.
The entertainment industry celebrates debauchery and the pulpits are silent.
From a bygone era, the sound from the pulpit rumbles throughout the ages.
Could a mariner sit idle if he heard the drowning cry? Could a doctor sit in comfort and just let his patients die? Could a fireman sit idle, let men burn and give no hand? Can you sit at ease in Zion with the world around you DAMNED? - Leonard Ravenhill
Churches don't need new members half so much as they need the old bunch made over. There wouldn't be so many non-church goers if there were not so many non-going churches. Too many churches are little more than four walls and a roof.- Billy Sunday
The voice from the pulpit today sings a different song.
“The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof?” Jeremiah 5:31.
Truth, justice and the American way are a thing of the past.
“None calleth for justice, nor any pleadeth for truth: they trust in vanity, and speak lies; they conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity.” Isaiah 59:4.
Tragically, the pulpits are silent.
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