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Anonymous Coward User ID: 33982388 Australia 02/22/2013 02:37 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . Quoting: Anonymous Coward 18850150 OP... I never mentioned Romans 13 - so your copy and paste did not respond to my posts. Those who worship the God of Israel, must worship Him in spirit and in truth. God is sovereign over all His creation and commands us to obey His Laws. Those individuals/nations who rebel against God will be punished. If you don't like the punishment... don't do the sin. . You're just here to argue, nothing else. Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. |
Eyes Wide Open (OP) User ID: 34426096 United States 02/22/2013 02:38 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . Quoting: Anonymous Coward 18850150 OP... I never mentioned Romans 13 - so your copy and paste did not respond to my posts. Those who worship the God of Israel, must worship Him in spirit and in truth. God is sovereign over all His creation and commands us to obey His Laws. Those individuals/nations who rebel against God will be punished. If you don't like the punishment... don't do the sin. . You're just here to argue, nothing else. Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. So, you've never argued? |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 33982388 Australia 02/22/2013 02:41 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . Quoting: Anonymous Coward 18850150 OP... I never mentioned Romans 13 - so your copy and paste did not respond to my posts. Those who worship the God of Israel, must worship Him in spirit and in truth. God is sovereign over all His creation and commands us to obey His Laws. Those individuals/nations who rebel against God will be punished. If you don't like the punishment... don't do the sin. . You're just here to argue, nothing else. Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. So, you've never argued? I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. |
Eyes Wide Open (OP) User ID: 34426096 United States 02/22/2013 02:45 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. So, you've never argued? I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? |
Eyes Wide Open (OP) User ID: 34426096 United States 02/22/2013 02:46 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: Anonymous Coward 33982388 Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. So, you've never argued? I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? So what is your position on the 2nd amendment and our Bill of Rights/Constitution? |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 33982388 Australia 02/22/2013 02:50 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: Anonymous Coward 33982388 Those who know Him dont argue..and those who argue..dont know him. So, you've never argued? I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? At this stage in History, and considering whats just in front of everyone right now..your real concern should be telling people about the grace and Mercy and forgiveness and healing that only yeshuah can provide. This world is passing away before your very eyes..set your minds now on things above,,because this earth..the things "Below" are now under judgment. There is no going back now. Set your priorities now on the SAVIOUR..and winning souls to him while the sun yet shines..for it is setting fast. THAT is my position. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 18850150 United States 02/22/2013 02:53 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . Bottom line is this: The Bible defines sin as transgression of God's Law. Those who continue in sin, will continue to be punished. Those who continue in their lawless rebellion against God will continue to be ruled by human tyrants. The solution: OBEDIENCE to GOD'S LAW ! THIS is the message of the Bible... let no man deceive you with any other. . |
Eyes Wide Open (OP) User ID: 34426096 United States 02/22/2013 02:55 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? At this stage in History, and considering whats just in front of everyone right now..your real concern should be telling people about the grace and Mercy and forgiveness and healing that only yeshuah can provide. This world is passing away before your very eyes..set your minds now on things above,,because this earth..the things "Below" are now under judgment. There is no going back now. Set your priorities now on the SAVIOUR..and winning souls to him while the sun yet shines..for it is setting fast. THAT is my position. You sound so spiritual. All that is required for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing. In your case you think it's all spiritual and nothing physical is required of you. How comforting that must be to you while you rest and sit on your Blessed Assurance. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 21195758 United States 02/22/2013 03:46 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The truth is men love darkness rather than The Light! HAVING CHARITY "For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully. . . . Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously" (1 Peter 2:19-23). Peter described how Jesus handled every situation in life. When people hurt and reviled Him, He did not fight back or threaten them. When they wanted to argue with Him, He did not get involved. Instead, He simply walked away. "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow in his steps" (verse 21). Peter makes it clear: Jesus is to be our example of behavior. The apostle Paul adds, "If you don't have charity—that is, the love of Christ—you are nothing." According to 1 Corinthians 13, charity means showing kindness to everyone, with no exceptions . . . having no jealousy whatsoever . . . not boasting or promoting oneself . . . seeking others' interests above our own . . . not being easily provoked . . . not thinking evil of anyone . . . not rejoicing when someone falls, even an enemy. Both Peter and Paul stated very clearly in these passages: "Our command to you is that there be no fighting back, no revenge, no threatening among you. Instead, commit all your agitations, fears and bitterness to Christ." Our hearts may answer, "Lord, that's what I want." We may get a few victories under our belt and start to feel confident. Then, out of nowhere, someone says or does something that plunges an ugly, unexpected, acid arrow into us—and we have a quick rush of angry thoughts. Before we know it, we are shooting poisoned arrows back at the one who crossed us. We realize we failed even though we had tried hard—praying, seeking God, clinging to truth, and enjoying many successes. When the enemy came in like a flood, we completely failed in our effort to be like Jesus. "Let us run with patience the race that is set before us" (Hebrews 12:1). You simply must have patience with yourself and with your growth. After all, the race is going to continue until Jesus returns. Yes, you will stumble, trip and get winded, but if you fail, you will get up and move on. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 29472446 South Africa 02/22/2013 04:20 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | But because of pride they write it of as fairytales. Make time with this then you will know what Jesus expect of you now. God call me in the prophetic He revealed Himself in a vision to me I listen to God only. My grandchild been raptured in Heaven 7 times. So I dont just say someting the stuff that Past talking about is stuff that is very important to Jesus Its time that everybody take a good look at our way of life |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 33982388 Australia 02/22/2013 04:20 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: Anonymous Coward 33982388 I used to..till I knew him. Once you know him..you dont NEED to argue..as it only leads to pride and insults and contention and hate. Once you know him..those things have no more ground in you. It becomes almost impossible to argue as it grates heavily on your spirit and on His. You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? At this stage in History, and considering whats just in front of everyone right now..your real concern should be telling people about the grace and Mercy and forgiveness and healing that only yeshuah can provide. This world is passing away before your very eyes..set your minds now on things above,,because this earth..the things "Below" are now under judgment. There is no going back now. Set your priorities now on the SAVIOUR..and winning souls to him while the sun yet shines..for it is setting fast. THAT is my position. You sound so spiritual. All that is required for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing. In your case you think it's all spiritual and nothing physical is required of you. How comforting that must be to you while you rest and sit on your Blessed Assurance. Then you accuse Yeshuah of the very same thing. He did not stand up to rome even though they tried to force him to become King and deal with rome. He was all about the Kingdom and salvation. He changes not..he is STILL about the Kingdom and salvation...so I would suggest you take that up with Him now and tell Him he is too Spiritual and wanted to sit around on His blessed assurance while he was here and refused to deal with rome or the current political system. I am sure he would be interested in your opinion. And BTW..I dont do nothing. I stand up to the evil behind the leaders..as you should know by now our fight is not against flesh and blood..but the powers behind them. Its time you stopped kicking the dogs..and kicked the demons behind the dogs. |
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straight talk User ID: 34880772 United States 02/22/2013 04:58 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | You're right, you need to move your butt off turtle island, and take your trashy books with you straight to your next destination. The native way is the only way, or you can take the highway. get lost, you have trashed this land enough. Christian: It’s Time To Vote With Your Feet Quoting: Eyes Wide Open 34426096 I confess right out of the gate that this column is not going to be enjoyable for me to write. It may not be enjoyable for some to read. But the time has come that it has to be said. If Christians truly have any intentions of helping to preserve liberty for their children and grandchildren, they must put rhetoric, tradition, friendship, and personal feelings aside and take action. Christian: it is time to vote with your feet. And while many people who never darken the doors of a church love to cast stones at preachers and churches, I have been in the Gospel ministry all of my adult life. I have pastored for over 37 years. I know the inner workings of church work; I personally know hundreds of preachers; I understand how preachers think; I have attended hundreds of church meetings and fellowships, and hundreds of pastors’ conferences and seminars. I know what it’s like to balance a church budget, counsel families in need, stand with a congregation in good times and bad. There isn’t an area of church work with which I am not very familiar. And I can also say that for over 37 years, I have never desired or attempted to harm another man’s ministry. And that is not the intention of this column. However, the time has come in America to tell it like it is. These are not ordinary times. Our country is on the precipice of tyranny and oppression like we have not seen since the days of Colonial America before our War for Independence. It is no hyperbole to say that what we do–or don’t do–now will determine the state of freedom in America for the next 50 years or more. To make no decision is to decide for tyranny. We can no longer pretend that what we do doesn’t matter. One of the most glaring differences between Colonial and modern America is the attitude of our pastors. In 1770-1776 (and actually for many years previous to this period), Colonial pastors (of all denominations) lit the fire of freedom in the hearts of their congregants like no generation has ever seen–before or since. The British Crown was so frustrated with these patriot-pastors that they coined a moniker for them. They were called, “The Black (or Black-Robed) Regiment.” In truth, Colonial pastors were more influential in the “holy cause of liberty” (Patrick Henry) from their pulpits than any military regiment on the battlefield. And, yes, many pastors in Colonial America also fought on the battlefields in our War for Independence. Today’s pastors, on the other hand, are mostly noted for saying absolutely NOTHING about the attacks that are currently being waged against our liberties. And when I say NOTHING, I mean absolutely NOTHING. About the only thing they seem to be able to do is pass out some slanted “voter guides” every Presidential election. But most don’t even do that. A few (a very few) will encourage their congregations to protest abortion; some (again, a very small number) will preach a “pro-life” sermon on “Sanctity of Life” Sunday each January. But most deliberately and stubbornly refuse to take a public position on any subject that has the air of being “political.” Should we really wonder why our country is teetering on the precipice of oppression and slavery? When Bible stories such as Daniel And The Lion’s Den, The Three Hebrew Children And The Burning Fiery Furnace, or the stories of Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson are told, they are taught simply as allegories or explained away as being for “another time.” The practical application of myriads of Bible examples of resistance to tyranny is NEVER TAUGHT in the vast majority of most churches today. NEVER! I preached a message last Sunday to the people of Liberty Fellowship entitled, “Shepherd Or Hireling?” The text was John 10. To watch the video of this message, go to: “Shepherd Or Hireling?” In this chapter, Jesus said, “But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep. The hireling fleeth, because he is an hireling, and careth not for the sheep.” (John 10:12, 13 KJV) Jesus made it clear that the central difference between a true shepherd and a hireling (hired hand) was that the shepherd was willing to fight and die for the protection of the sheep, while the hired hand was not willing to risk his life for the sheep. Pastors are depicted as being shepherds. Is it not then the central duty of the pastor to be willing to fight and die for the protection of his people? When he sees the wolves approaching, does he run away and leave the sheep to the slaughter or does he confront the wolves and fight to the death to protect them? Ladies and gentlemen, the wolves are attacking the flock! Those mangy, mad, maniacal monsters are attacking the lives and liberties of the American people (including the Christian people in our churches) with a vengeance. When they attempt to strip us of our right to defend ourselves with arms, they are attacking the very lives and liberties of our homes and families. Life is a precious gift of Almighty God, and anyone who would make our children and families vulnerable to death and destruction by wicked and evil men is tantamount to a mad wolf that attacks the life of a little lamb. How dare our shepherds (pastors) stand silent and mute in the face of such evil? How dare they refuse to sound the alarm? How dare they piously proclaim that God “has not called” them to perform this most fundamental duty of a shepherd? Does not their refusal to fight, does not their silence, does not their fear and inaction prove that they are not really shepherds at all, but merely hirelings? I believe so. And knowing that what I am about to say will be misinterpreted by some, I say it still: preaching the Gospel, by itself, will NOT save America. And these preachers who hide behind the mantra that the only thing God has called them to do is preach the Gospel, and that only preaching the Gospel will save America, are either themselves seriously deluded or are despicable cowards hiding behind the veil of pretended spirituality. America has had more Gospel preaching during the last 50 years than any nation in history. There are more churches, more Christian schools, more Gospel radio and television programs, more missionary endeavors, more inner-city missions and shelters, more Bible publications, and more Gospel influence in America during the last 50 years than in any country in the history of the world. And what has happened to America over the last 50 years? Our historic Christian culture has been turned into rank hedonism and licentiousness; legal abortion has taken the lives of over 60 million innocent unborn babies; a blatant police-state is proliferating; more babies are being born out of wedlock than at any time in history; and now we are facing the tyrannical attempt to ban and confiscate America’s premier self-defense tool: the semi-automatic rifle. And all of this happened, and is happening, while hundreds of thousands of pastors and churches across the land “preach the Gospel.” Again I say, preaching the Gospel, by itself, will not save America. Christians have to be taught how to understand; how to discern the difference between good and evil; the principles of law and justice; jurisdictional authority; and the principles of Christian resistance. As long as pastors refrain from teaching these essential and necessary truths, our nation will continue its slide into tyranny and oppression–all the Gospel preaching going forth notwithstanding. I ask you: if the only thing God expected us to do was preach the Gospel, why did He give us a voluminous Bible, which is filled with examples, principles, teachings, and truths relating to virtually every important area of life? If one takes only those Scriptures that deal specifically with the Gospel, he or she is going to have a very small Bible, my friends. The stories of the Old Testament, for example, were written for “our learning.” (Romans 15:4) Hebrews 11 challenges us with the examples of Old Testament men and women who were “not afraid of the king’s commandment,” who did not fear “the wrath of the king,” who “subdued kingdoms,” “waxed valiant in fight,” and who “turned to flight the armies of the aliens.” read the rest at the link below [link to chuckbaldwinlive.com] |
religion Is the blue pill User ID: 34880772 United States 02/22/2013 05:00 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: Eyes Wide Open 34426096 You could say a disagreement is arguing. I tend to stop attempting to converse with someone once it's obvious the whole goal is to be divisive and not to make any sense of anything being discussed. So what is position on the second amendment? At this stage in History, and considering whats just in front of everyone right now..your real concern should be telling people about the grace and Mercy and forgiveness and healing that only yeshuah can provide. This world is passing away before your very eyes..set your minds now on things above,,because this earth..the things "Below" are now under judgment. There is no going back now. Set your priorities now on the SAVIOUR..and winning souls to him while the sun yet shines..for it is setting fast. THAT is my position. You sound so spiritual. All that is required for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing. In your case you think it's all spiritual and nothing physical is required of you. How comforting that must be to you while you rest and sit on your Blessed Assurance. Then you accuse Yeshuah of the very same thing. He did not stand up to rome even though they tried to force him to become King and deal with rome. He was all about the Kingdom and salvation. He changes not..he is STILL about the Kingdom and salvation...so I would suggest you take that up with Him now and tell Him he is too Spiritual and wanted to sit around on His blessed assurance while he was here and refused to deal with rome or the current political system. I am sure he would be interested in your opinion. And BTW..I dont do nothing. I stand up to the evil behind the leaders..as you should know by now our fight is not against flesh and blood..but the powers behind them. Its time you stopped kicking the dogs..and kicked the demons behind the dogs. |
religion Is the blue pill User ID: 34880772 United States 02/22/2013 05:03 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The truth is men love darkness rather than The Light! Quoting: Anonymous Coward 21195758 HAVING CHARITY "For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully. . . . Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously" (1 Peter 2:19-23). Peter described how Jesus handled every situation in life. When people hurt and reviled Him, He did not fight back or threaten them. When they wanted to argue with Him, He did not get involved. Instead, He simply walked away. "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow in his steps" (verse 21). Peter makes it clear: Jesus is to be our example of behavior. The apostle Paul adds, "If you don't have charity—that is, the love of Christ—you are nothing." According to 1 Corinthians 13, charity means showing kindness to everyone, with no exceptions . . . having no jealousy whatsoever . . . not boasting or promoting oneself . . . seeking others' interests above our own . . . not being easily provoked . . . not thinking evil of anyone . . . not rejoicing when someone falls, even an enemy. Both Peter and Paul stated very clearly in these passages: "Our command to you is that there be no fighting back, no revenge, no threatening among you. Instead, commit all your agitations, fears and bitterness to Christ." Our hearts may answer, "Lord, that's what I want." We may get a few victories under our belt and start to feel confident. Then, out of nowhere, someone says or does something that plunges an ugly, unexpected, acid arrow into us—and we have a quick rush of angry thoughts. Before we know it, we are shooting poisoned arrows back at the one who crossed us. We realize we failed even though we had tried hard—praying, seeking God, clinging to truth, and enjoying many successes. When the enemy came in like a flood, we completely failed in our effort to be like Jesus. "Let us run with patience the race that is set before us" (Hebrews 12:1). You simply must have patience with yourself and with your growth. After all, the race is going to continue until Jesus returns. Yes, you will stumble, trip and get winded, but if you fail, you will get up and move on. You christians are the pieces of shit, make no mistake about it. Take your books and diatribe and go to hell, where you belong. YOU ARE ALL DEGENERATES, and your tales are for sick and twisted minds, like yours. |
straight talk User ID: 34880772 United States 02/22/2013 05:05 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I just want to say this. Its time for Pastors to look what Jesus revealed about them. OP Pastor if you go look at what Jesus reveal through people been taken to Heaven and send back with messages from Jesus but no one of these Pastors take notice of it. Jesus reveal that many pastors will not be raptured because of all this stuff going on. This what Pastorsaid is the truth Jesus is ferious with the Church leaders. Its time that pastors listen to all Jesus messages been send to the Church. That must be the most important thing for them to do. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 29472446 But because of pride they write it of as fairytales. Make time with this then you will know what Jesus expect of you now. God call me in the prophetic He revealed Himself in a vision to me I listen to God only. My grandchild been raptured in Heaven 7 times. So I dont just say someting the stuff that Past talking about is stuff that is very important to Jesus Its time that everybody take a good look at our way of life ITS TIME WE ROPE UP ALL THE CLERGY, for all the destruction, and perversion of humanity. You are the lowest form of life on this planet. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 29472446 South Africa 02/22/2013 05:25 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I just want to say this. Its time for Pastors to look what Jesus revealed about them. OP Pastor if you go look at what Jesus reveal through people been taken to Heaven and send back with messages from Jesus but no one of these Pastors take notice of it. Jesus reveal that many pastors will not be raptured because of all this stuff going on. This what Pastorsaid is the truth Jesus is ferious with the Church leaders. Its time that pastors listen to all Jesus messages been send to the Church. That must be the most important thing for them to do. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 29472446 But because of pride they write it of as fairytales. Make time with this then you will know what Jesus expect of you now. God call me in the prophetic He revealed Himself in a vision to me I listen to God only. My grandchild been raptured in Heaven 7 times. So I dont just say someting the stuff that Past talking about is stuff that is very important to Jesus Its time that everybody take a good look at our way of life ITS TIME WE ROPE UP ALL THE CLERGY, for all the destruction, and perversion of humanity. You are the lowest form of life on this planet. Luckely we are not dependant on what you said because we dont belong to you. Even you think the world belong to you your life are still in Gods mercy. God are the only One that is in control. You feel very strong mow but that will chance very soon believe me |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 8535873 Philippines 02/22/2013 06:03 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Christian: It’s Time To Vote With Your Feet Quoting: Eyes Wide Open 34426096 I confess right out of the gate that this column is not going to be enjoyable for me to write. It may not be enjoyable for some to read. But the time has come that it has to be said. If Christians truly have any intentions of helping to preserve liberty for their children and grandchildren, they must put rhetoric, tradition, friendship, and personal feelings aside and take action. Christian: it is time to vote with your feet. And while many people who never darken the doors of a church love to cast stones at preachers and churches, I have been in the Gospel ministry all of my adult life. I have pastored for over 37 years. I know the inner workings of church work; I personally know hundreds of preachers; I understand how preachers think; I have attended hundreds of church meetings and fellowships, and hundreds of pastors’ conferences and seminars. I know what it’s like to balance a church budget, counsel families in need, stand with a congregation in good times and bad. There isn’t an area of church work with which I am not very familiar. And I can also say that for over 37 years, I have never desired or attempted to harm another man’s ministry. And that is not the intention of this column. However, the time has come in America to tell it like it is. These are not ordinary times. Our country is on the precipice of tyranny and oppression like we have not seen since the days of Colonial America before our War for Independence. It is no hyperbole to say that what we do–or don’t do–now will determine the state of freedom in America for the next 50 years or more. To make no decision is to decide for tyranny. We can no longer pretend that what we do doesn’t matter. One of the most glaring differences between Colonial and modern America is the attitude of our pastors. In 1770-1776 (and actually for many years previous to this period), Colonial pastors (of all denominations) lit the fire of freedom in the hearts of their congregants like no generation has ever seen–before or since. The British Crown was so frustrated with these patriot-pastors that they coined a moniker for them. They were called, “The Black (or Black-Robed) Regiment.” In truth, Colonial pastors were more influential in the “holy cause of liberty” (Patrick Henry) from their pulpits than any military regiment on the battlefield. And, yes, many pastors in Colonial America also fought on the battlefields in our War for Independence. Today’s pastors, on the other hand, are mostly noted for saying absolutely NOTHING about the attacks that are currently being waged against our liberties. And when I say NOTHING, I mean absolutely NOTHING. About the only thing they seem to be able to do is pass out some slanted “voter guides” every Presidential election. But most don’t even do that. A few (a very few) will encourage their congregations to protest abortion; some (again, a very small number) will preach a “pro-life” sermon on “Sanctity of Life” Sunday each January. But most deliberately and stubbornly refuse to take a public position on any subject that has the air of being “political.” Should we really wonder why our country is teetering on the precipice of oppression and slavery? When Bible stories such as Daniel And The Lion’s Den, The Three Hebrew Children And The Burning Fiery Furnace, or the stories of Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson are told, they are taught simply as allegories or explained away as being for “another time.” The practical application of myriads of Bible examples of resistance to tyranny is NEVER TAUGHT in the vast majority of most churches today. NEVER! I preached a message last Sunday to the people of Liberty Fellowship entitled, “Shepherd Or Hireling?” The text was John 10. To watch the video of this message, go to: “Shepherd Or Hireling?” In this chapter, Jesus said, “But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep. The hireling fleeth, because he is an hireling, and careth not for the sheep.” (John 10:12, 13 KJV) Jesus made it clear that the central difference between a true shepherd and a hireling (hired hand) was that the shepherd was willing to fight and die for the protection of the sheep, while the hired hand was not willing to risk his life for the sheep. Pastors are depicted as being shepherds. Is it not then the central duty of the pastor to be willing to fight and die for the protection of his people? When he sees the wolves approaching, does he run away and leave the sheep to the slaughter or does he confront the wolves and fight to the death to protect them? Ladies and gentlemen, the wolves are attacking the flock! Those mangy, mad, maniacal monsters are attacking the lives and liberties of the American people (including the Christian people in our churches) with a vengeance. When they attempt to strip us of our right to defend ourselves with arms, they are attacking the very lives and liberties of our homes and families. Life is a precious gift of Almighty God, and anyone who would make our children and families vulnerable to death and destruction by wicked and evil men is tantamount to a mad wolf that attacks the life of a little lamb. How dare our shepherds (pastors) stand silent and mute in the face of such evil? How dare they refuse to sound the alarm? How dare they piously proclaim that God “has not called” them to perform this most fundamental duty of a shepherd? Does not their refusal to fight, does not their silence, does not their fear and inaction prove that they are not really shepherds at all, but merely hirelings? I believe so. And knowing that what I am about to say will be misinterpreted by some, I say it still: preaching the Gospel, by itself, will NOT save America. And these preachers who hide behind the mantra that the only thing God has called them to do is preach the Gospel, and that only preaching the Gospel will save America, are either themselves seriously deluded or are despicable cowards hiding behind the veil of pretended spirituality. America has had more Gospel preaching during the last 50 years than any nation in history. There are more churches, more Christian schools, more Gospel radio and television programs, more missionary endeavors, more inner-city missions and shelters, more Bible publications, and more Gospel influence in America during the last 50 years than in any country in the history of the world. And what has happened to America over the last 50 years? Our historic Christian culture has been turned into rank hedonism and licentiousness; legal abortion has taken the lives of over 60 million innocent unborn babies; a blatant police-state is proliferating; more babies are being born out of wedlock than at any time in history; and now we are facing the tyrannical attempt to ban and confiscate America’s premier self-defense tool: the semi-automatic rifle. And all of this happened, and is happening, while hundreds of thousands of pastors and churches across the land “preach the Gospel.” Again I say, preaching the Gospel, by itself, will not save America. Christians have to be taught how to understand; how to discern the difference between good and evil; the principles of law and justice; jurisdictional authority; and the principles of Christian resistance. As long as pastors refrain from teaching these essential and necessary truths, our nation will continue its slide into tyranny and oppression–all the Gospel preaching going forth notwithstanding. I ask you: if the only thing God expected us to do was preach the Gospel, why did He give us a voluminous Bible, which is filled with examples, principles, teachings, and truths relating to virtually every important area of life? If one takes only those Scriptures that deal specifically with the Gospel, he or she is going to have a very small Bible, my friends. The stories of the Old Testament, for example, were written for “our learning.” (Romans 15:4) Hebrews 11 challenges us with the examples of Old Testament men and women who were “not afraid of the king’s commandment,” who did not fear “the wrath of the king,” who “subdued kingdoms,” “waxed valiant in fight,” and who “turned to flight the armies of the aliens.” read the rest at the link below [link to chuckbaldwinlive.com] God woke me up. It was a process of investigation, discovery, shock and awe. The I accepted the truth. I came to understand that the whore had taken over the church. All of them. I voted with a plane ticket. That got my family out of primary danger. But soon there will be no refuge. For those of you looking for a church and wondering why you never seem to fit in and why there is so much turmoil and strife I will tell you why. It is by design. The churches are full of satanists. They are full of masons who are mostly ignorant of the fact that they worship Lucifer. Many Christian pastors are frauds who know that they are living a lie. Stay out of the churches. They are demon possessed. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 8535873 Philippines 02/22/2013 06:06 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The truth is men love darkness rather than The Light! Quoting: Anonymous Coward 21195758 HAVING CHARITY "For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully. . . . Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously" (1 Peter 2:19-23). Peter described how Jesus handled every situation in life. When people hurt and reviled Him, He did not fight back or threaten them. When they wanted to argue with Him, He did not get involved. Instead, He simply walked away. "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow in his steps" (verse 21). Peter makes it clear: Jesus is to be our example of behavior. The apostle Paul adds, "If you don't have charity—that is, the love of Christ—you are nothing." According to 1 Corinthians 13, charity means showing kindness to everyone, with no exceptions . . . having no jealousy whatsoever . . . not boasting or promoting oneself . . . seeking others' interests above our own . . . not being easily provoked . . . not thinking evil of anyone . . . not rejoicing when someone falls, even an enemy. Both Peter and Paul stated very clearly in these passages: "Our command to you is that there be no fighting back, no revenge, no threatening among you. Instead, commit all your agitations, fears and bitterness to Christ." Our hearts may answer, "Lord, that's what I want." We may get a few victories under our belt and start to feel confident. Then, out of nowhere, someone says or does something that plunges an ugly, unexpected, acid arrow into us—and we have a quick rush of angry thoughts. Before we know it, we are shooting poisoned arrows back at the one who crossed us. We realize we failed even though we had tried hard—praying, seeking God, clinging to truth, and enjoying many successes. When the enemy came in like a flood, we completely failed in our effort to be like Jesus. "Let us run with patience the race that is set before us" (Hebrews 12:1). You simply must have patience with yourself and with your growth. After all, the race is going to continue until Jesus returns. Yes, you will stumble, trip and get winded, but if you fail, you will get up and move on. You christians are the pieces of shit, make no mistake about it. Take your books and diatribe and go to hell, where you belong. YOU ARE ALL DEGENERATES, and your tales are for sick and twisted minds, like yours. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 18850150 United States 02/22/2013 01:03 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . Where will you flee ? The end-time evil empire, Mystery Babylon, is global. Captive Israelites did not flee ancient Babylon. God had told them to maintain and build their lives in Babylonian captivity until God's time of punishment [70 years] was over. However, some Israelites tried to escape punishment by fleeing to Egypt... so God arranged for Babylon to also conquer Egypt. During most of the 70 years of Babylonian captivity... in the East, God raised up Cyrus, God's Anointed king who was destined to conquer Babylon and free God's People. Cyrus decreed the return of Babylon's captives back to their native lands... Cyrus decreed Israelites return to Jerusalem to rebuild God's temple [Ezra 1.] . |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 18850150 United States 02/23/2013 12:20 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | OP posted the famous quote: " All that is required for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing. " __________________ OP, you may not realize it... but within your quote is the heart of what I have been posting here. Who defines "evil" ? Who defines "good" ? Whose standard is used... is it individual or universal ? The Bible says when lawlessness abounds it is a time when "every man does what seems right in his own eyes." In other words, the people have no standard of justice, no definition of "good" and "evil" because they have rejected God's Law. The Biblical standard of "good" and "evil" is God's Law. "Sin" is defined in the Bible as "transgression" of God's Law." Over and over again, God's People are punished for turning their backs on God and God's Law. When they repent, God requires them to act in accordance with their repentance. God requires them to administer justice in their land... God's Justice... to administer God's Laws. Until that happens, sin, lawlessness and evil will continue to plague society. . |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 18850150 United States 02/23/2013 12:51 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | . From Isaiah 1 " Ah, sinful nation, a people loaded with guilt, a brood of evildoers, children given to corruption! They have forsaken the Lord; they have spurned the Holy One of Israel and turned their backs on Him. Why should you be beaten anymore? Why do you persist in rebellion? Your whole head is injured, your whole heart afflicted. * Your country is desolate, your cities burned with fire; your fields are being stripped by foreigners right before you, laid waste as when overthrown by strangers. * Unless the Lord Almighty had left us some survivors, we would have become like Sodom, we would have been like Gomorrah. Hear the word of the Lord, you rulers of Sodom; listen to the law of our God, you people of Gomorrah! * When you come to appear before Me, who has asked this of you, this trampling of My courts? * When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide my eyes from you; even if you offer many prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are full of blood; wash and make yourselves clean. Take your evil deeds out of my sight! Stop doing wrong, learn to do right! Seek justice, stop oppression Justice for the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. " . |
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