Monday, June 28, 2010
Took me back
I watched some of the Bet awards and then I saw this man perform and it brought me back to a time when I sat in front of my house singing with the guys. I heard a song I haven't heard since I was a teen. How do I sound today? You have to ask Jesse. The words are amazing and if you love that someone, it would be a great song to dedicate to them.
I can't wait to see him on concert.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Our Brother Prince
I'm very proud to call him my brother. He accepted a life time award from BET. It was great to see him up there and say our fathers name. I'm very happy.
Wow
I'm very sorry that Happened to you. That is a sick and twisted joke to play on anyone. It's also very dangerous and could have put your life in danger.
Not to mention all that you had to see, texts that you received, and calls that you received. What's interesting is that your picture was up there from an early age but that didn't stop them from calling or texting.
It goes to show you what kind of sick planet we live on. As for the prank itself. I mentioned dangerous. Everyone who viewed that on craigslist now has seen your picture which means that if anyone of those men see you, may confront you. So please be on guard at all times.
It would appear sadly that you may have to learn the hard way on who's your friends in life because any real friend would not do this to you. I mentioned to Jesse that your inner circle of friends are bad influences and because men were sending you naked pictures only proves my point.
Scriptures teaches us that bad association spoils useful habits and you have many good habits which can be spoiled by those bad associations. When the scriptures say bad associations, it means that we have to figure out who are those bad associations.
How do we determine a bad associate? In truth it's very simple. Look at the person. How are they in life? How do they dress? How do they speak? Is their mouth filled with bad words? Are they sleeping around with guys or have they?
When Jesus walked the Earth he did meet with many who are considered bad associates. Matthew for example was formerly a tax collector a member of a profession that was despised by the Jews. This is just one example of many but Jesus looked for those to see if he can change their hearts and save their lives. He didn't hang out with them.
A true friend will be happy that you are trying to improve your life. He or she may even want to join with you in learning about Jehovah. On the other hand, false friends will go on speaking abusively of you because you do not run with them to the same low sink of debauchery. It is these friends who are being disloyal to you, not the reverse.
Personally, I'm very upset that this happened to you. I can care less if it was a joke. It was dangerous, childish, and immature.
Not to mention all that you had to see, texts that you received, and calls that you received. What's interesting is that your picture was up there from an early age but that didn't stop them from calling or texting.
It goes to show you what kind of sick planet we live on. As for the prank itself. I mentioned dangerous. Everyone who viewed that on craigslist now has seen your picture which means that if anyone of those men see you, may confront you. So please be on guard at all times.
It would appear sadly that you may have to learn the hard way on who's your friends in life because any real friend would not do this to you. I mentioned to Jesse that your inner circle of friends are bad influences and because men were sending you naked pictures only proves my point.
Scriptures teaches us that bad association spoils useful habits and you have many good habits which can be spoiled by those bad associations. When the scriptures say bad associations, it means that we have to figure out who are those bad associations.
How do we determine a bad associate? In truth it's very simple. Look at the person. How are they in life? How do they dress? How do they speak? Is their mouth filled with bad words? Are they sleeping around with guys or have they?
When Jesus walked the Earth he did meet with many who are considered bad associates. Matthew for example was formerly a tax collector a member of a profession that was despised by the Jews. This is just one example of many but Jesus looked for those to see if he can change their hearts and save their lives. He didn't hang out with them.
A true friend will be happy that you are trying to improve your life. He or she may even want to join with you in learning about Jehovah. On the other hand, false friends will go on speaking abusively of you because you do not run with them to the same low sink of debauchery. It is these friends who are being disloyal to you, not the reverse.
Personally, I'm very upset that this happened to you. I can care less if it was a joke. It was dangerous, childish, and immature.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Kingdom Hall People
I've never heard that term used to describe Jehovah's Witnesses. You can view my previous posts. I've touched on many subjects and I've had lots to say. Yes I am one of those Kingdom Hall people.
Before I became one I used to be a catholic. I've researched various religions and even at one time in my life worshiped Satan when I was younger. I never considered myself a good person when I was younger.
But as I aged I figured well, God is stronger and I hope he forgives me but my life style did not reflect the changes I needed to make. Several times I attempted to kill myself till I received a knock at the door which changed my life.
More than years later I'm still a Witness but I'm also very opened minded and I question everything. It has to make sense to me in order for me to devote my time and energy.
I've read the negative before about witnesses and I've read and seen the positive. In truth it was the only religion that made any sense. It was the only one that explained why Jesus came to earth in the first place.
It was the only one that talked about the purpose for the Earth. It never made any sense that we lived to die to end up in Heaven. Kinda like Santa who comes down and gives gifts and flies in the sky.
So I went with what made the most sense to me. Santa - never seem him. God - never seen him but I do see evidence that he is there. All I need to do is look at creation itself.
But I do suggest that you read my previous posts or go to Http://www.Watchtower.org to read more about what we believe in.
Before I became one I used to be a catholic. I've researched various religions and even at one time in my life worshiped Satan when I was younger. I never considered myself a good person when I was younger.
But as I aged I figured well, God is stronger and I hope he forgives me but my life style did not reflect the changes I needed to make. Several times I attempted to kill myself till I received a knock at the door which changed my life.
More than years later I'm still a Witness but I'm also very opened minded and I question everything. It has to make sense to me in order for me to devote my time and energy.
I've read the negative before about witnesses and I've read and seen the positive. In truth it was the only religion that made any sense. It was the only one that explained why Jesus came to earth in the first place.
It was the only one that talked about the purpose for the Earth. It never made any sense that we lived to die to end up in Heaven. Kinda like Santa who comes down and gives gifts and flies in the sky.
So I went with what made the most sense to me. Santa - never seem him. God - never seen him but I do see evidence that he is there. All I need to do is look at creation itself.
But I do suggest that you read my previous posts or go to Http://www.Watchtower.org to read more about what we believe in.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Thursday
Well it's close to Friday. What's interesting about what was posted yesterday is that most men will cheat if given chance and if they feel they won't get caught. I've always said that men are normally the ones who screw up a relationship.
If a man is treating his girlfriend or wife correctly, she won't have any reason to stray from the relationship. Does that mean I support having a boyfriend/girlfriend? No I don't. I only believe in Husband/Wife.
Today, many youths become romantically involved, even though they are too young to marry. To satisfy the sexual desires that are building up inside of them, they soon become involved in immoral conduct to the point of committing fornication.
For some, a date is a formal, structured affair—flowers, a lovely dinner, and a good-night kiss are all part of the agenda. For others, a date simply means spending some time together with someone you like of the opposite sex.
There are even couples who are constantly seen together but who claim to be just friends. Well, whether you call it dating, going together, or just seeing each other, it usually amounts to the same thing: a boy and a girl spending a lot of time together socially, often unsupervised.
Dating was not the custom in Bible times. Nevertheless, when carried out intelligently, cautiously, and honorably, dating is a legitimate way for two people to get to know each other. And, yes, it can be enjoyable. But does this mean that you should date?
You may feel under pressure to date. Most of your friends probably date, and naturally you do not want to seem weird or different. Pressure to date may also come from relatives. Some may say: Whether you want to marry the boy or not has nothing to do with it. Dating is just a part of your natural development as a person.
After all, if you always turn guys down you’ll be unpopular and no one will ask you out. One might say to themselves: Would I be cheating myself out of a good opportunity? The boy had his own car, lots of money; and I knew he would show me a great time. Should I date him or not?
A teenager should not begin dating simply because he or she feels pressured to do so! For one thing, dating is serious business—a part of the process of selecting a marriage mate. Marriage?
Admittedly, this may be the last thing on the minds of most youths who date. But really, what justification could there be for two people of the opposite sex to begin spending a lot of time together other than to investigate the possibility of marrying each other? In the long run, dating for any other reason is likely to result in anything but fun. Why so?
During this time, you may feel powerful surges of sexual desire. There is nothing wrong with this; it is a part of growing up. But therein lies a big problem with teenage dating: Teenagers are just beginning to learn how to control these sexual feelings.
True, you may well know God’s laws regarding sex and you may sincerely desire to remain chaste. Even so, a biological fact of life comes into play: The more you keep company with a member of the opposite sex, the more sexual desire can grow—whether you want it to or not.
It is the way all of us are made! Until you are older and more in control of your feelings, dating may simply be too much for you to handle. Unfortunately, many youths find this out the hard way.
If they were a virgin. Do you know anyone who lost it to a boy that you know they won't marry?
It's possible that if a boy slept around and now you slept with him, you may end up with an STD like HIV or Hep C.
You can even get something just by kissing someone. It's very serious.
Till tomorrow.
If a man is treating his girlfriend or wife correctly, she won't have any reason to stray from the relationship. Does that mean I support having a boyfriend/girlfriend? No I don't. I only believe in Husband/Wife.
Today, many youths become romantically involved, even though they are too young to marry. To satisfy the sexual desires that are building up inside of them, they soon become involved in immoral conduct to the point of committing fornication.
For some, a date is a formal, structured affair—flowers, a lovely dinner, and a good-night kiss are all part of the agenda. For others, a date simply means spending some time together with someone you like of the opposite sex.
There are even couples who are constantly seen together but who claim to be just friends. Well, whether you call it dating, going together, or just seeing each other, it usually amounts to the same thing: a boy and a girl spending a lot of time together socially, often unsupervised.
Dating was not the custom in Bible times. Nevertheless, when carried out intelligently, cautiously, and honorably, dating is a legitimate way for two people to get to know each other. And, yes, it can be enjoyable. But does this mean that you should date?
You may feel under pressure to date. Most of your friends probably date, and naturally you do not want to seem weird or different. Pressure to date may also come from relatives. Some may say: Whether you want to marry the boy or not has nothing to do with it. Dating is just a part of your natural development as a person.
After all, if you always turn guys down you’ll be unpopular and no one will ask you out. One might say to themselves: Would I be cheating myself out of a good opportunity? The boy had his own car, lots of money; and I knew he would show me a great time. Should I date him or not?
A teenager should not begin dating simply because he or she feels pressured to do so! For one thing, dating is serious business—a part of the process of selecting a marriage mate. Marriage?
Admittedly, this may be the last thing on the minds of most youths who date. But really, what justification could there be for two people of the opposite sex to begin spending a lot of time together other than to investigate the possibility of marrying each other? In the long run, dating for any other reason is likely to result in anything but fun. Why so?
During this time, you may feel powerful surges of sexual desire. There is nothing wrong with this; it is a part of growing up. But therein lies a big problem with teenage dating: Teenagers are just beginning to learn how to control these sexual feelings.
True, you may well know God’s laws regarding sex and you may sincerely desire to remain chaste. Even so, a biological fact of life comes into play: The more you keep company with a member of the opposite sex, the more sexual desire can grow—whether you want it to or not.
It is the way all of us are made! Until you are older and more in control of your feelings, dating may simply be too much for you to handle. Unfortunately, many youths find this out the hard way.
If they were a virgin. Do you know anyone who lost it to a boy that you know they won't marry?
It's possible that if a boy slept around and now you slept with him, you may end up with an STD like HIV or Hep C.
You can even get something just by kissing someone. It's very serious.
Till tomorrow.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Why do men Cheat
Note: This was written back in 2007. I was talking about this subject and found the post I made in 07 so here it goes.
I was speaking to a friend about this very subject. Why is it that men cheat. Adultery has been around forever, and has always given us something to talk about. Most reality TV shows these days center on it, as do gossip mags. But we are far from cracking the big mystery: Why do some men cheat in relationships? Could it be that In troubled relationships, cheating can be an easy alternative to the burden of a breakup or the agony of divorce.
It's a quick fix for the sake of the couple's or the family's integrity. Some of us have even gone so far as to enact the long-distance code: meaning if you cheat in another zip code, it doesn't count. There are 10 reasons why men cheat. If I didn't list it here so be it.
Number 10 - Every man has heard that the best way to get a woman to stop having sex with him is by marrying her. Apparently, long-term relationships seem to suck the sex drive out of many women, leaving men gasping for fulfillment. With the need for more sex, some men will start "working late" more often.
Or it could just be that the sex has become boring. She doesn't want to try new things in bed, or won't perform fellatio. Some men may cheat because they don't want their girlfriends or wives to perform certain sex acts that would ruin their "good girl" image, so they get a mistress to take care of it. Like Robert de Niro said in Analyze This , "That's the mouth she kisses my kids good night with!"
Number 9 - You found out your lady was being unfaithful, and the only way you can relieve your anger is by doing the same. For many men, this is the only way to get back at their cheating girlfriends and even the score. Some men might even cheat to get back at all the cheating women they've had the misfortune of dating throughout their lives; now that's efficiency.
Number 8 - If you consider the women you sleep with "sexual trophies," chances are you have already cheated at least once in your life. Some men simply cannot leave behind the thrill of the hunt, the chase and the conquest. For other men, the excitement is in the variety, like changing ice cream flavors for one day after years of sticking to just one.
Number 7 - What eyes don't see, the heart doesn't feel," goes the old adage, and it still holds true, as long as there are no cameras around. The knowledge that no one will find out and no one will get hurt is reason enough for some men to grab a different helping. But be careful; as men get craftier with avoiding detection, women get more sophisticated with detecting, not to mention boosting their network of spies!
Number 6 - Nothing lifts the old self-esteem like discovering that other women still desire you sexually. When in long-term relationships, men may begin to question their sexual marketability, which will lead some of them to sow their clandestine wild oats. Once a man knows he can get back in the game, he'll return to his mate; or not.What's a guy to do when his girlfriend's-a-naggin' and opportunity comes-a-knockin'?
Number 5 - It's an uncontested fact that most men can't say "no" to sex. Although guys aren't constantly bombarded with sexual offers, sometimes an irresistible prospect presents itself. Maybe it's a frisky ex-girlfriend, maybe it's a horny hottie on the dance floor. A guy may see it as once-in-a-lifetime occasion that might never be available again. Carpe diem , as they say.
Number 4 - Most men have experienced at least one woman who thrives on making him feel like crap. Fighting, nagging, and squabbling in the right ratios is the best recipe for a headache. Cheating with another woman is a common escape from this domestic hell, and works better than aspirin.
Number 3 - Truth be told, women are quick to forgive men for their unfaithful behavior. Maybe it's their fear of being alone, or that women are simply the more merciful ones of the human species. Some women might even blame themselves for their men's infidelities, and take steps to improve their relationships. The fact that many women let their men get away with murder might compel them to double deal repeatedly. Just ask Bill Clinton
Number 2 - Long-term relationships have the annoying habit of making people lazy. No longer concerned with staying fit and attractive, a committed woman might lose the allure she once had. Her man may simply not find her beautiful anymore, and making love to her is not as stirring as it once was. This is why most mistresses are gorgeous, young women.
Number 1 or as I call it, Number Juan - Alas, after a long time together, you have lost the feelings you once had for her. But the relationship has remained too much a part of you. Separating seems so painful, so radical that it's almost inconceivable. So instead of separating, you go elsewhere to get your physical gratification. Most times this does not help matters, but only prolongs the inevitable breakup.
In the end, cheating is no joking matter. If you are cheating on your girlfriend or wife, it might be that you are unhappy in the relationship, or that you have issues that you should address. Look at the big picture and see your unfaithfulness as a symptom of a bigger problem. Cheating might feel good as a quick escape from your problems, but it's only an anesthetic -- not a long-term solution. Women will call men dogs if they cheat while men call women other names that I cannot post.
The best thing is to prevent yourself from being tied up in a releationship in the first place. Stay single and guess what it's not cheating!
.....................................................................................
After looking over these notes I found it very interesting. I'll use an illustration that I've given before in connection with a house. A marriage is like a house just purchased. Over time the house will have problems. Maybe the roof will start to leak. Do you sell the house or fix the problems?
A wise man or woman will fix the problems and that's exactly what is marriage is like. It will have problems but it's wise to fix them. Cheating is hard because love and trust comes into play but before you start to go in that direction, think of all that could happen.
I was speaking to a friend about this very subject. Why is it that men cheat. Adultery has been around forever, and has always given us something to talk about. Most reality TV shows these days center on it, as do gossip mags. But we are far from cracking the big mystery: Why do some men cheat in relationships? Could it be that In troubled relationships, cheating can be an easy alternative to the burden of a breakup or the agony of divorce.
It's a quick fix for the sake of the couple's or the family's integrity. Some of us have even gone so far as to enact the long-distance code: meaning if you cheat in another zip code, it doesn't count. There are 10 reasons why men cheat. If I didn't list it here so be it.
Number 10 - Every man has heard that the best way to get a woman to stop having sex with him is by marrying her. Apparently, long-term relationships seem to suck the sex drive out of many women, leaving men gasping for fulfillment. With the need for more sex, some men will start "working late" more often.
Or it could just be that the sex has become boring. She doesn't want to try new things in bed, or won't perform fellatio. Some men may cheat because they don't want their girlfriends or wives to perform certain sex acts that would ruin their "good girl" image, so they get a mistress to take care of it. Like Robert de Niro said in Analyze This , "That's the mouth she kisses my kids good night with!"
Number 9 - You found out your lady was being unfaithful, and the only way you can relieve your anger is by doing the same. For many men, this is the only way to get back at their cheating girlfriends and even the score. Some men might even cheat to get back at all the cheating women they've had the misfortune of dating throughout their lives; now that's efficiency.
Number 8 - If you consider the women you sleep with "sexual trophies," chances are you have already cheated at least once in your life. Some men simply cannot leave behind the thrill of the hunt, the chase and the conquest. For other men, the excitement is in the variety, like changing ice cream flavors for one day after years of sticking to just one.
Number 7 - What eyes don't see, the heart doesn't feel," goes the old adage, and it still holds true, as long as there are no cameras around. The knowledge that no one will find out and no one will get hurt is reason enough for some men to grab a different helping. But be careful; as men get craftier with avoiding detection, women get more sophisticated with detecting, not to mention boosting their network of spies!
Number 6 - Nothing lifts the old self-esteem like discovering that other women still desire you sexually. When in long-term relationships, men may begin to question their sexual marketability, which will lead some of them to sow their clandestine wild oats. Once a man knows he can get back in the game, he'll return to his mate; or not.What's a guy to do when his girlfriend's-a-naggin' and opportunity comes-a-knockin'?
Number 5 - It's an uncontested fact that most men can't say "no" to sex. Although guys aren't constantly bombarded with sexual offers, sometimes an irresistible prospect presents itself. Maybe it's a frisky ex-girlfriend, maybe it's a horny hottie on the dance floor. A guy may see it as once-in-a-lifetime occasion that might never be available again. Carpe diem , as they say.
Number 4 - Most men have experienced at least one woman who thrives on making him feel like crap. Fighting, nagging, and squabbling in the right ratios is the best recipe for a headache. Cheating with another woman is a common escape from this domestic hell, and works better than aspirin.
Number 3 - Truth be told, women are quick to forgive men for their unfaithful behavior. Maybe it's their fear of being alone, or that women are simply the more merciful ones of the human species. Some women might even blame themselves for their men's infidelities, and take steps to improve their relationships. The fact that many women let their men get away with murder might compel them to double deal repeatedly. Just ask Bill Clinton
Number 2 - Long-term relationships have the annoying habit of making people lazy. No longer concerned with staying fit and attractive, a committed woman might lose the allure she once had. Her man may simply not find her beautiful anymore, and making love to her is not as stirring as it once was. This is why most mistresses are gorgeous, young women.
Number 1 or as I call it, Number Juan - Alas, after a long time together, you have lost the feelings you once had for her. But the relationship has remained too much a part of you. Separating seems so painful, so radical that it's almost inconceivable. So instead of separating, you go elsewhere to get your physical gratification. Most times this does not help matters, but only prolongs the inevitable breakup.
In the end, cheating is no joking matter. If you are cheating on your girlfriend or wife, it might be that you are unhappy in the relationship, or that you have issues that you should address. Look at the big picture and see your unfaithfulness as a symptom of a bigger problem. Cheating might feel good as a quick escape from your problems, but it's only an anesthetic -- not a long-term solution. Women will call men dogs if they cheat while men call women other names that I cannot post.
The best thing is to prevent yourself from being tied up in a releationship in the first place. Stay single and guess what it's not cheating!
.....................................................................................
After looking over these notes I found it very interesting. I'll use an illustration that I've given before in connection with a house. A marriage is like a house just purchased. Over time the house will have problems. Maybe the roof will start to leak. Do you sell the house or fix the problems?
A wise man or woman will fix the problems and that's exactly what is marriage is like. It will have problems but it's wise to fix them. Cheating is hard because love and trust comes into play but before you start to go in that direction, think of all that could happen.
Evil itself
I read an article that stated that God created evil to teach mankind a lesson. A key point in understanding the question is evil is to recognize that God did not create a wicked world.
He created the first human couple perfect, without sin. It was his purpose for Adam and Eve to extend Eden earth wide and to populate it with happy people under the protection of his loving sovereignty.
Evil began with Satan but Satan himself wasn't always evil. Before he became Satan or called Satan he was faithful to God. We don't know what his name was before he became Satan. The bible doesn't say but we do know that he was originally faithful to God.
But he developed a desire to be worshiped. He influenced the first human couple to join him in his opposition to God. Instead of submitting to God's clear instruction not to eat or touch the fruit of the tree of knowledge, Adam and Eve took and ate.
In doing so, they not only disobeyed God but also showed that they desired independence from him. That Event raised a moral issue, a challenge of universal importance.
Did the creator have the right to require full obedience from humankind? God handled this challenge to his rulership in a way that demonstrated his perfect balance of love, justice, wisdom, and power. He could have crushed the rebellion immediately.
But it left that question of independence open. Should humans rule themselves without God? Satan claimed that humans would be better off ruling themselves. God allowed humans to go their own way for a time. Even though this meant permitting evil to remain temporarily, humans have thus had the opportunity to show whether they can successfully rule themselves independent of God, living by their own standards of right and wrong.
What has history shown? Human history has consistently been characterized by war, injustice, oppression, and suffering. What do we see today? God knew it would end up like this so he provided his son to die on our behalf so we can obtain what was lost in the Garden of Eden.
There is a difference between creating Evil and permitting Evil. With Evil things God cannot be tried. James 1:13 says: When under trial, let no one say: “I am being tried by God.” For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he himself try anyone.
Notice what Job 34:10 says: Therefore, YOU men of heart, listen to me. Far be it from the true God to act wickedly, And the Almighty to act unjustly!
So it's easy to point the finger toward God and even reason by saying he created Evil but notice also what 1st John 5:19 says: We know we originate with God, but the whole world is lying in the power of the wicked one.
So if the world, the same world and kingdoms that were offered to Jesus by Satan is lying in his power, the power of the wicked one, doesn't it make sense that the world is the way it is because Satan himself is in control? Permitting and creating is two different things.
Remember Satan mentioned that man didn't need God and wanted worship for himself. Well, he got it and the result is what you see today.
He created the first human couple perfect, without sin. It was his purpose for Adam and Eve to extend Eden earth wide and to populate it with happy people under the protection of his loving sovereignty.
Evil began with Satan but Satan himself wasn't always evil. Before he became Satan or called Satan he was faithful to God. We don't know what his name was before he became Satan. The bible doesn't say but we do know that he was originally faithful to God.
But he developed a desire to be worshiped. He influenced the first human couple to join him in his opposition to God. Instead of submitting to God's clear instruction not to eat or touch the fruit of the tree of knowledge, Adam and Eve took and ate.
In doing so, they not only disobeyed God but also showed that they desired independence from him. That Event raised a moral issue, a challenge of universal importance.
Did the creator have the right to require full obedience from humankind? God handled this challenge to his rulership in a way that demonstrated his perfect balance of love, justice, wisdom, and power. He could have crushed the rebellion immediately.
But it left that question of independence open. Should humans rule themselves without God? Satan claimed that humans would be better off ruling themselves. God allowed humans to go their own way for a time. Even though this meant permitting evil to remain temporarily, humans have thus had the opportunity to show whether they can successfully rule themselves independent of God, living by their own standards of right and wrong.
What has history shown? Human history has consistently been characterized by war, injustice, oppression, and suffering. What do we see today? God knew it would end up like this so he provided his son to die on our behalf so we can obtain what was lost in the Garden of Eden.
There is a difference between creating Evil and permitting Evil. With Evil things God cannot be tried. James 1:13 says: When under trial, let no one say: “I am being tried by God.” For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he himself try anyone.
Notice what Job 34:10 says: Therefore, YOU men of heart, listen to me. Far be it from the true God to act wickedly, And the Almighty to act unjustly!
So it's easy to point the finger toward God and even reason by saying he created Evil but notice also what 1st John 5:19 says: We know we originate with God, but the whole world is lying in the power of the wicked one.
So if the world, the same world and kingdoms that were offered to Jesus by Satan is lying in his power, the power of the wicked one, doesn't it make sense that the world is the way it is because Satan himself is in control? Permitting and creating is two different things.
Remember Satan mentioned that man didn't need God and wanted worship for himself. Well, he got it and the result is what you see today.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
More about Jesse
I mentioned this before but I cannot say it enough of how proud I am of Jesse. He follows his heart. He's never done any drugs, he's never smoked, he's responsible. Of course everyone makes mistakes and he had his fair share but for the most part, he's a good young man.
I recall reading that someone mentioned that Cedes was wasting her life and time and that she can get together with Jesse later and if he loves her he will be there. Which pretty much means go out with other guys. Do whatever with those guys and expect Jesse to be ok with that.
The pressure to date is interesting. It normally happens because of others. Nobody should pressure anyone to date anyone. Dating is serious. We take it serious. Most teenagers are only after one thing when it comes to young woman.
It's hard to find someone who truly loves you for you. Do you know someone who went out with someone and now they are not a virgin? Do you think that they should have saved themselves for marriage?
Kissing leads to touching intimate body parts and it's normally the guy who starts. Then a guy would say I love you in order to get what he wants. As a father of two girls I am going to prepare them so they know what's coming.
Jesse was never pressured to date anyone. He knew who he wanted and will wait no matter how long it takes. Jesse knows that in this system everything is temporary. He wants to make sure that when he says I do that it will last 4ever.
Think about this as well. What if Jesse was just like any other guy. Can you heart take it if you knew his lips touched another girls lips? Holding another girls hands? Hugging and calling another girl? What if a friend said Jesse you are wasting your time, go out and have fun. If she loves you, she will be there.
That's immature and something a child would say. If Jesse had a so called friend trying to pressure him into Dating and using the excuse of wasting years, I wouldn't call that a friend.
That's like a friend saying try pot it won't kill you. Drink this alcohol, your parents won't find out. That's immature thinking. Don't think that way.
If you would be hurt that Jesse would do all those things, then how would he feel if you did all those things. Don't ever let anyone pressure you into doing anything you don't want to do.
You do what you feel is right!!
I recall reading that someone mentioned that Cedes was wasting her life and time and that she can get together with Jesse later and if he loves her he will be there. Which pretty much means go out with other guys. Do whatever with those guys and expect Jesse to be ok with that.
The pressure to date is interesting. It normally happens because of others. Nobody should pressure anyone to date anyone. Dating is serious. We take it serious. Most teenagers are only after one thing when it comes to young woman.
It's hard to find someone who truly loves you for you. Do you know someone who went out with someone and now they are not a virgin? Do you think that they should have saved themselves for marriage?
Kissing leads to touching intimate body parts and it's normally the guy who starts. Then a guy would say I love you in order to get what he wants. As a father of two girls I am going to prepare them so they know what's coming.
Jesse was never pressured to date anyone. He knew who he wanted and will wait no matter how long it takes. Jesse knows that in this system everything is temporary. He wants to make sure that when he says I do that it will last 4ever.
Think about this as well. What if Jesse was just like any other guy. Can you heart take it if you knew his lips touched another girls lips? Holding another girls hands? Hugging and calling another girl? What if a friend said Jesse you are wasting your time, go out and have fun. If she loves you, she will be there.
That's immature and something a child would say. If Jesse had a so called friend trying to pressure him into Dating and using the excuse of wasting years, I wouldn't call that a friend.
That's like a friend saying try pot it won't kill you. Drink this alcohol, your parents won't find out. That's immature thinking. Don't think that way.
If you would be hurt that Jesse would do all those things, then how would he feel if you did all those things. Don't ever let anyone pressure you into doing anything you don't want to do.
You do what you feel is right!!
Monday, June 21, 2010
How time does fly
Your dad is a very sweet person. In truth every man can be hardheaded. Every man can be strict. For men it can be hard to show emotion and when they do, it's normally in a big way.
I was just as shocked as you were. I think he understands that you are growing up and if you are to be an adult, he has to treat you as one. Understand that when he was becoming an adult, life for him was very different.
The house he grew up in was different. It shaped the way he is today. He wants to make sure you don't have to go through anything like he did but he knows that in life he cannot protect you from everything in the world. There are many things that you have to learn on your own. Nobody really can teach you that.
But what he has taught you has made you into the person you are. The person that my son loves dearly. I wish I could see how you face lighted up when he passed you the phone. I wish I could have seen his face. A father gets happy when his children are happy.
I respect your dad. I respect most in the world because in truth everyone has a bit to teach. I will post the pictures later on today. Have a great day!!
I was just as shocked as you were. I think he understands that you are growing up and if you are to be an adult, he has to treat you as one. Understand that when he was becoming an adult, life for him was very different.
The house he grew up in was different. It shaped the way he is today. He wants to make sure you don't have to go through anything like he did but he knows that in life he cannot protect you from everything in the world. There are many things that you have to learn on your own. Nobody really can teach you that.
But what he has taught you has made you into the person you are. The person that my son loves dearly. I wish I could see how you face lighted up when he passed you the phone. I wish I could have seen his face. A father gets happy when his children are happy.
I respect your dad. I respect most in the world because in truth everyone has a bit to teach. I will post the pictures later on today. Have a great day!!
Friday, June 18, 2010
Jesse
Wow how time flies I have yet to mention somethings about Jesse. I will post his graduation picture(s) sometime tomorrow or Monday. I do have a video as well.
Right now he is working which is great and he's doing a great job. He is going to study for an A+certification plus an Apple Certification. Then to College to earn his BA. He even has his own car now.
I told him to invest at least 5 years so that he can make sure that he has a good job and can earn money so that he can make sure he takes care of his future family.
I'm very excited and happy for him. I mentioned to him how important it was to make sure that he keeps the kingdom first. Jehovah knows what he needs to do but Jehovah expects that he put the kingdom first.
It's easy to forget the kingdom when your mind is busy. When that happens, then Satan creeps his way in and then one forgets the kingdom. Forgets those goals.
It's good to have goals in terms of working but if a person places the kingdom second, it doesn't make sense because all of this is only temporary. So always do your best to put the kingdom first.
Have a Great Day!!
Right now he is working which is great and he's doing a great job. He is going to study for an A+certification plus an Apple Certification. Then to College to earn his BA. He even has his own car now.
I told him to invest at least 5 years so that he can make sure that he has a good job and can earn money so that he can make sure he takes care of his future family.
I'm very excited and happy for him. I mentioned to him how important it was to make sure that he keeps the kingdom first. Jehovah knows what he needs to do but Jehovah expects that he put the kingdom first.
It's easy to forget the kingdom when your mind is busy. When that happens, then Satan creeps his way in and then one forgets the kingdom. Forgets those goals.
It's good to have goals in terms of working but if a person places the kingdom second, it doesn't make sense because all of this is only temporary. So always do your best to put the kingdom first.
Have a Great Day!!
Monday, June 14, 2010
To add
Divorce is never the answer. I remember I said to myself that the woman I marry would be it and that I would always be with her. I expect the same for my children when they marry.
In a marriage there is always going to be problems. There are no perfect marriages. You won't find one in this system. How you handle your problems will only make it stronger. My marriage for example is great. It's healthy. It is because of Jehovah that it is healthy.
Scriptures tell us that two must become one flesh. Genesis 2:24 says A man will leave his father and his mother and he must stick to his wife and they must become one flesh.
Being one flesh means that the both male and female become one. How to get to that level is another. I have known many who's marriages fail because of failure to pay attention to the other, failure to love the other, failure to help the other, failure to care for the others needs.
Paying the bill every month doesn't show love. Putting food on the table doesn't show love. That's called responsibility. You would do that even if you didn't have a mate or children.
There is more to it than that. If you have kids. Have you ever just held them? When was the last time you told them you loved them? As they age they may not want to hear it or be held but telling them isn't going to hurt.
I'll add more later.
In a marriage there is always going to be problems. There are no perfect marriages. You won't find one in this system. How you handle your problems will only make it stronger. My marriage for example is great. It's healthy. It is because of Jehovah that it is healthy.
Scriptures tell us that two must become one flesh. Genesis 2:24 says A man will leave his father and his mother and he must stick to his wife and they must become one flesh.
Being one flesh means that the both male and female become one. How to get to that level is another. I have known many who's marriages fail because of failure to pay attention to the other, failure to love the other, failure to help the other, failure to care for the others needs.
Paying the bill every month doesn't show love. Putting food on the table doesn't show love. That's called responsibility. You would do that even if you didn't have a mate or children.
There is more to it than that. If you have kids. Have you ever just held them? When was the last time you told them you loved them? As they age they may not want to hear it or be held but telling them isn't going to hurt.
I'll add more later.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Is Divorce the Answer?
I want out!!!
That statement describes the state of many marriages. Some may feel that their own marriage may be headed in that direction. If so be assured that no couple is immune to problems. In fact, the bible realistically acknowledges that those who marry are likely to have pain and grief.
Underscoring the truthfulness of those words, one team of researches describe marriage as the most risky undertaking routinely taken on by the greatest number of people in society. They state that what starts out as a relationship of great joy and promise can become the most frustrating and painful endeavor in a person's lifetime.
Think about Marriage and these points and see if it is characterized by one or more of these traits
1. Constant arguing
2. Bitter speech
3. Infidelity
4. Resentment
If your marriage seems fragile and its collapse seems imminent, what should you do? Is divorce the answer? You might tell yourself something like We've fallen out of love or we just aren't meant for each other or we didn't know what we were doing when we got married. Maybe we should divorce? Is that what you are thinking?
Before making that decision to end your marriage, think. Divorce does not always end life's anxieties. Often it leads to another set of problems. The bible does not treat divorce casually as many do today.
It states that Jehovah views as treacherous and hateful the frivolous putting away one's mate, perhaps with the motive of taking another spouse. Marriage isn't a joke. It's a permanent bond. Many marriages that broke up on trivial grounds could have been saved if partners had been more forgiving.
At the same time, the bible allows for divorce and remarriage on one ground which is sexual relations outside the marriage. If your mate has been unfaithful, you have the right to terminate the marriage. In the end you are the one who will live with the consequences so you are the one to decide to forgive a mate or divorce.
The bibles says that the the shrewd one considers his steps so even if you have scriptural grounds for divorce, you would do well to give serious thought to what that step entails. Four things that you should know about divorce
1. The problem of Finances. If a couple divorces, there will be a reduction in income. You may have to move because of this. If one mate gets the kids, can you take care of the kids and a new home?
2. Parenting issues. Those who share custody may face an additional problem having to negotiate with the ex-spouse on such issues such as visitation, child support, and discipline.
3. The effect of Divorce on you. You may have lingering feelings of anger and resentment over the ways in which your spouse mistreated you.
4. The children. Doesn't matter what a person says. This does hurt the children.
Can your marriage be saved?
1. Make a resolve. Agree with your mate that you will work together to restore peace to your marriage. Try writing your decisions on paper. When both you and your spouse are committed, saving your marriage becomes a team project.
2. Identify the problem. What is it that has interfered with your marriage? In one sentence, write out what you think is lacking or what you wish could change. Understandably, the problem you identify may be different from that noted by your spouse.
3. Set a Goal. Where would you like your marriage to be in six months from now? What specific improvement would you like to see? Write your goal on paper. When you have a clear vision as to what you need in your marriage, your goal will be easier to attain.
4. Apply Bible counsel. Yes there is rules sorry. Once you have identified your problem and determined the improvements you would like to make, look to the bible for advice. Its principles are timeless, and they really work. For example, the bible encourages you and your spouse to be forgiving. Indeed, the bible says that it is beauty to pass over transgressions. Even if at first your efforts seem futile, don't give up.
That statement describes the state of many marriages. Some may feel that their own marriage may be headed in that direction. If so be assured that no couple is immune to problems. In fact, the bible realistically acknowledges that those who marry are likely to have pain and grief.
Underscoring the truthfulness of those words, one team of researches describe marriage as the most risky undertaking routinely taken on by the greatest number of people in society. They state that what starts out as a relationship of great joy and promise can become the most frustrating and painful endeavor in a person's lifetime.
Think about Marriage and these points and see if it is characterized by one or more of these traits
1. Constant arguing
2. Bitter speech
3. Infidelity
4. Resentment
If your marriage seems fragile and its collapse seems imminent, what should you do? Is divorce the answer? You might tell yourself something like We've fallen out of love or we just aren't meant for each other or we didn't know what we were doing when we got married. Maybe we should divorce? Is that what you are thinking?
Before making that decision to end your marriage, think. Divorce does not always end life's anxieties. Often it leads to another set of problems. The bible does not treat divorce casually as many do today.
It states that Jehovah views as treacherous and hateful the frivolous putting away one's mate, perhaps with the motive of taking another spouse. Marriage isn't a joke. It's a permanent bond. Many marriages that broke up on trivial grounds could have been saved if partners had been more forgiving.
At the same time, the bible allows for divorce and remarriage on one ground which is sexual relations outside the marriage. If your mate has been unfaithful, you have the right to terminate the marriage. In the end you are the one who will live with the consequences so you are the one to decide to forgive a mate or divorce.
The bibles says that the the shrewd one considers his steps so even if you have scriptural grounds for divorce, you would do well to give serious thought to what that step entails. Four things that you should know about divorce
1. The problem of Finances. If a couple divorces, there will be a reduction in income. You may have to move because of this. If one mate gets the kids, can you take care of the kids and a new home?
2. Parenting issues. Those who share custody may face an additional problem having to negotiate with the ex-spouse on such issues such as visitation, child support, and discipline.
3. The effect of Divorce on you. You may have lingering feelings of anger and resentment over the ways in which your spouse mistreated you.
4. The children. Doesn't matter what a person says. This does hurt the children.
Can your marriage be saved?
1. Make a resolve. Agree with your mate that you will work together to restore peace to your marriage. Try writing your decisions on paper. When both you and your spouse are committed, saving your marriage becomes a team project.
2. Identify the problem. What is it that has interfered with your marriage? In one sentence, write out what you think is lacking or what you wish could change. Understandably, the problem you identify may be different from that noted by your spouse.
3. Set a Goal. Where would you like your marriage to be in six months from now? What specific improvement would you like to see? Write your goal on paper. When you have a clear vision as to what you need in your marriage, your goal will be easier to attain.
4. Apply Bible counsel. Yes there is rules sorry. Once you have identified your problem and determined the improvements you would like to make, look to the bible for advice. Its principles are timeless, and they really work. For example, the bible encourages you and your spouse to be forgiving. Indeed, the bible says that it is beauty to pass over transgressions. Even if at first your efforts seem futile, don't give up.
To add
So it's clear that followers of Jesus had rules but it was rules that were meant to protect them as well as making sure that they were doing what is right in the eyes of Jehovah.
That's why they didn't use idols. That is why they remained no part of the world. If there is any religious person that goes off to war to fight and kill others well, can you really say they are no part of the world.
Any religion that votes for a president or to put anyone in office, can you say they are no part of the world? Witnesses do not vote. We don't put our faith in man to change anything because real change isn't within their powers.
We get laughed at or yelled at because we are different. We are different because we follow what is in the bible. If scripture tells us not to get drunk and you get drunk can you say that you are following scripture?
So there are rules, you can't just believe in Jesus and really think that's it. When Jesus arrived on Earth. Do you think he just said, I'm the son of God I don't have to do anything? Of course not. He went to find those who would listen to the Good news. He went to find those who had the right heart condition. He went to find those who's wouldn't listen but may listen. He went to find those who wanted to learn the truth about his father and how his father wanted to be worshiped.
He was teaching us what was expected of us but of course many did not follow. Many did not listen. A rich man was asked to sell all his items and follow Jesus. The man didn't and walked away. If you received an invite to be a follower of Jesus would you turn it down? What was required of his followers? Well for starters they had to love Jehovah with their whole mind, soul, and heart.
But Jehovah had rules. He has commandments. First John chapter 5 and verse 3 says: For this is what the love of God means, that we observe his commandments; and yet his commandments are not burdensome.
Commandments are what? Rules but as mentioned in the scripture his commandments are not burdensome. They are not hard. They are not a weight that gets put on our shoulders. It's there to protect us. It's there to make sure we are doing what we need to do too please him.
So yes there are rules but Jehovah would not give us anything that would could not do. It's us who fail him. It's us that needs to ask for forgiveness. It's us that need to worship him in the way he expects. It's not the other way around.
He has rules. If Jehovah says, you should not kill then why are so many dying in wars and even religion. Why?
I'm a good person I can just believe in God. One of his rules is to go out and find others just like Jesus did when he was on Earth. Matthew 24 and verse 14 is a well known scripture that tells us what we are expected to do and it's the same that Jesus was expected to do.
And it's the reason why we go out and try to find lost sheep. I'm a good person, I believe in God so I'm saved. No No. Faith without works is dead. You can have all the faith in the world but if it's not backed up by works then its useless.
Our Works show how much faith we have. And what kind of works do we need to do. I mentioned a few here but our works means that we have to be busy to the best of our ability spreading the word of God. Just like Jesus did. Just like his followers did back then and just like Brothers and sisters around the globe who are preaching and teaching the word of GOD. Our loving father Jehovah is trying to teach us.
He is trying to save us from this system that is going down. This world is like the titanic. Its huge and many think that it cannot sink. Jehovah is the iceberg that this system will sooner or later run into. Those who follow are going to be like those who got on those life boats. Those that don't will remain on the boat and sink along with this system.
Think it won't happen? Read the story of Noah. He preached and warned many for so many years about what was coming. Nobody listened and so what happened. All but his family made it through safely.
If it happened then, it will happen again. Not by a flood because Jehovah promised that he wouldn't do that again but he does say that the meek will inherit the Earth. He does say the wicked will be cut off. He does say that the Earth will be replaced. He does day that our loved ones who died will return and we will reunite with them. This is a promise from Jehovah.
On a scale of 1 to 10. How are you spiritually? And if the end happened yesterday or next week. Do you think you would make it? Why not change today. What does change mean? It means to follow what Jehovah's rules.
That's why they didn't use idols. That is why they remained no part of the world. If there is any religious person that goes off to war to fight and kill others well, can you really say they are no part of the world.
Any religion that votes for a president or to put anyone in office, can you say they are no part of the world? Witnesses do not vote. We don't put our faith in man to change anything because real change isn't within their powers.
We get laughed at or yelled at because we are different. We are different because we follow what is in the bible. If scripture tells us not to get drunk and you get drunk can you say that you are following scripture?
So there are rules, you can't just believe in Jesus and really think that's it. When Jesus arrived on Earth. Do you think he just said, I'm the son of God I don't have to do anything? Of course not. He went to find those who would listen to the Good news. He went to find those who had the right heart condition. He went to find those who's wouldn't listen but may listen. He went to find those who wanted to learn the truth about his father and how his father wanted to be worshiped.
He was teaching us what was expected of us but of course many did not follow. Many did not listen. A rich man was asked to sell all his items and follow Jesus. The man didn't and walked away. If you received an invite to be a follower of Jesus would you turn it down? What was required of his followers? Well for starters they had to love Jehovah with their whole mind, soul, and heart.
But Jehovah had rules. He has commandments. First John chapter 5 and verse 3 says: For this is what the love of God means, that we observe his commandments; and yet his commandments are not burdensome.
Commandments are what? Rules but as mentioned in the scripture his commandments are not burdensome. They are not hard. They are not a weight that gets put on our shoulders. It's there to protect us. It's there to make sure we are doing what we need to do too please him.
So yes there are rules but Jehovah would not give us anything that would could not do. It's us who fail him. It's us that needs to ask for forgiveness. It's us that need to worship him in the way he expects. It's not the other way around.
He has rules. If Jehovah says, you should not kill then why are so many dying in wars and even religion. Why?
I'm a good person I can just believe in God. One of his rules is to go out and find others just like Jesus did when he was on Earth. Matthew 24 and verse 14 is a well known scripture that tells us what we are expected to do and it's the same that Jesus was expected to do.
And it's the reason why we go out and try to find lost sheep. I'm a good person, I believe in God so I'm saved. No No. Faith without works is dead. You can have all the faith in the world but if it's not backed up by works then its useless.
Our Works show how much faith we have. And what kind of works do we need to do. I mentioned a few here but our works means that we have to be busy to the best of our ability spreading the word of God. Just like Jesus did. Just like his followers did back then and just like Brothers and sisters around the globe who are preaching and teaching the word of GOD. Our loving father Jehovah is trying to teach us.
He is trying to save us from this system that is going down. This world is like the titanic. Its huge and many think that it cannot sink. Jehovah is the iceberg that this system will sooner or later run into. Those who follow are going to be like those who got on those life boats. Those that don't will remain on the boat and sink along with this system.
Think it won't happen? Read the story of Noah. He preached and warned many for so many years about what was coming. Nobody listened and so what happened. All but his family made it through safely.
If it happened then, it will happen again. Not by a flood because Jehovah promised that he wouldn't do that again but he does say that the meek will inherit the Earth. He does say the wicked will be cut off. He does say that the Earth will be replaced. He does day that our loved ones who died will return and we will reunite with them. This is a promise from Jehovah.
On a scale of 1 to 10. How are you spiritually? And if the end happened yesterday or next week. Do you think you would make it? Why not change today. What does change mean? It means to follow what Jehovah's rules.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Think about this
Keep in mind that Jesus wasn't meant to come to Earth. If Adam and Eve never sinned, would Jesus still come to Earth? There would be no reason to. There would be no reason for him to leave Heaven and be born a human and die and then return to Heaven.
There would be no reason to have any followers. There would be no reason to preach. There would be no reason to try and reach the hearts of many. There would be no reason for a resurrection.
There would be no reason at all for Jesus to come to Earth and die if Adam and Eve never sinned. But sadly, they did sin but for a moment they were created perfect. That doesn't mean that they wouldn't bump a knee by accident. Or if basketball was played in the Garden of Eden that Adam would make every shot no matter what distance.
It means perfect in mind. Perfect in health but Adam and Eve was given free will but had to Obey one simple command. Jehovah didn't create Robots. He created humans with free will but we had to obey one simple command. Not to eat from the Tree of Knowledge. It wasn't that the Tree would give them power, it was placed there and the command was given to show Jehovah's right to rule.
Is that so wrong? Every Parent has their rules that they give to their children right? It's safe to say that Adam and Eve would be here today and their offspring would be perfect as well because if they never sinned, they can only spread perfection. They sinned thus they spread sin to all of us.
Right now all of us are in prison and we are sentenced to Death. Prison in terms of this system of things, death comes along with what was passed down to us from the choices made in the Garden of Eden.
The only way the live was for Jesus to come and die in our behalf. Did Jesus come because he wanted to make sure there was no rules? All these rules? What rules exactly? We are taught not to use Idols right. Did any back then use idols in their worship? Yes they did. Any of them Followers of Jesus? No they were not.
After the Death of Jesus, did any back then use idols in their worship? Yes they did. Any of them followers of Jesus? No they were not. Because if you were a follower of Jesus you would know that Idols or images were detestable in Jehovah's eyes.
Isn't that rule? Yes it is. It's right there in scripture for all to see. Is it a bad rule? Some may think so and you have the right to worship however you feel but wouldn't it be wise to find out how Jehovah feels about the subject? So if Jehovah finds any idols or images used in worship detestable, isn't it a good idea to listen to the person who created you?
Then you have organized religion. In the world today I would say that it should be called unorganized religion because in truth there is no unity when it comes to religion. All but one religion on Earth today is united in worship, united in thought. You might say well isn't that an organized religion? Yes it is but wasn't Jesus and his followers also that way? So if they were that way then organized religion itself isn't wrong. What is wrong is what is being taught.
In Heaven there is organization and even rank. There are angels and I'm sure you heard of the Arch Angel. This is showing rank. This is showing organization. There are also different levels of power. Angels don't all have the same power level or as they say in Bleach all have different spiritual pressure levels ( Anime for those reading )
Jehovah didn't create all of them to be the same. Think about it would Jesus have the same power as another angel? Jesus of course being the Arch Angel before coming to Earth. No he had more power. Jehovah didn't create all the same so organization in Heaven was fine. Organized religion again is fine but what is being taught isn't. If what is being taught is not bible based then it's unorganized religion.
I will post more tomorrow.
There would be no reason to have any followers. There would be no reason to preach. There would be no reason to try and reach the hearts of many. There would be no reason for a resurrection.
There would be no reason at all for Jesus to come to Earth and die if Adam and Eve never sinned. But sadly, they did sin but for a moment they were created perfect. That doesn't mean that they wouldn't bump a knee by accident. Or if basketball was played in the Garden of Eden that Adam would make every shot no matter what distance.
It means perfect in mind. Perfect in health but Adam and Eve was given free will but had to Obey one simple command. Jehovah didn't create Robots. He created humans with free will but we had to obey one simple command. Not to eat from the Tree of Knowledge. It wasn't that the Tree would give them power, it was placed there and the command was given to show Jehovah's right to rule.
Is that so wrong? Every Parent has their rules that they give to their children right? It's safe to say that Adam and Eve would be here today and their offspring would be perfect as well because if they never sinned, they can only spread perfection. They sinned thus they spread sin to all of us.
Right now all of us are in prison and we are sentenced to Death. Prison in terms of this system of things, death comes along with what was passed down to us from the choices made in the Garden of Eden.
The only way the live was for Jesus to come and die in our behalf. Did Jesus come because he wanted to make sure there was no rules? All these rules? What rules exactly? We are taught not to use Idols right. Did any back then use idols in their worship? Yes they did. Any of them Followers of Jesus? No they were not.
After the Death of Jesus, did any back then use idols in their worship? Yes they did. Any of them followers of Jesus? No they were not. Because if you were a follower of Jesus you would know that Idols or images were detestable in Jehovah's eyes.
Isn't that rule? Yes it is. It's right there in scripture for all to see. Is it a bad rule? Some may think so and you have the right to worship however you feel but wouldn't it be wise to find out how Jehovah feels about the subject? So if Jehovah finds any idols or images used in worship detestable, isn't it a good idea to listen to the person who created you?
Then you have organized religion. In the world today I would say that it should be called unorganized religion because in truth there is no unity when it comes to religion. All but one religion on Earth today is united in worship, united in thought. You might say well isn't that an organized religion? Yes it is but wasn't Jesus and his followers also that way? So if they were that way then organized religion itself isn't wrong. What is wrong is what is being taught.
In Heaven there is organization and even rank. There are angels and I'm sure you heard of the Arch Angel. This is showing rank. This is showing organization. There are also different levels of power. Angels don't all have the same power level or as they say in Bleach all have different spiritual pressure levels ( Anime for those reading )
Jehovah didn't create all of them to be the same. Think about it would Jesus have the same power as another angel? Jesus of course being the Arch Angel before coming to Earth. No he had more power. Jehovah didn't create all the same so organization in Heaven was fine. Organized religion again is fine but what is being taught isn't. If what is being taught is not bible based then it's unorganized religion.
I will post more tomorrow.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Really simple when you think about it.
Witnesses have always been talked about in a bad way by others who do not understand witnesses. I've always said to people who I know, just think about what makes sense. I'll add some here to compare with others and some are simple and others may not be. I don't know but I always ask that people be opened minded and then it turns into an argument.
One example is Idols or Images used in worship. The Cross itself is an idol. Remember when Moses was getting the commandments, the people were creating a Golden Calf. How did God React? He was upset and Angry and thus the Golden Calf was destroyed. What is the difference between that Idol and today's crosses? Or really anything that is used.
Around the globe, Hindus, Buddhists, Catholics, and members of the Orthodox Church view the use of idols, images, or icons as a vital part of their worship. If you visit the places where witnesses meet, Kingdom Halls, you will find neither icons of saints nor statues of Jesus or Mary,nothing. Note what it mentions at Exodus 20:4, 5.
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(4) “You must not make for yourself a carved image or a form like anything that is in the heavens above or that is on the earth underneath or that is in the waters under the earth. (5) You must not bow down to them nor be induced to serve them, because I Jehovah your God am a God exacting exclusive devotion, bringing punishment for the error of fathers upon sons, upon the third generation and upon the fourth generation, in the case of those who hate me.
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So it's safe to say that Jehovah does not like images or idols or anything that people bow down to for worship. By process of elimination just by this scripture alone, which religions can you eliminate? Which religion is the truth?
Another teaching is that the Soul Is immortal. When we die, there is an afterlife? What is the origin of the myth? The early Christian philosophers adopted the Greek concept of the soul’s immortality and thought of the soul as being created by God and infused into the body at conception. You can find this info by looking at The New Encyclopædia Britannica (1988), Volume 11, page 25.
What does the Bible say?
The soul that sinneth, it shall die. Found at Ezekiel 18:4, King James Version. Regarding the creation of the first human soul, the Bible says: Jehovah God proceeded to form the man out of dust from the ground and to blow into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man came to be a living soul. Genesis 2:7.
The Hebrew word ne′phesh, translated “soul,” means ‘a creature that breathes.’ When God created the first man, Adam, He did not infuse into him an immortal soul but the life force that is maintained by breathing. Therefore, “soul” in the Biblical sense refers to the entire living being. If separated from the life force originally given by God, the soul dies. See Genesis 3:19 and also Ezekiel 18:20.
The doctrine of the immortality of the soul raised questions: Where do souls go after death? What happens to the souls of the wicked? When nominal Christians adopted the myth of the immortal soul, this led them to accept another myth—the teaching of hellfire. Compare these Bible verses: Ecclesiastes 3:19; Matthew 10:28; Acts 3:23. I hope that makes this teaching clear thus allowing one to separate false religion with the Truth. Ask yourself then, who teaches afterlife? Or that we go somewhere when we die? The Fact is at death a person ceases to exist.
I mentioned hellfire for the wicked. What is the origin of the myth? Of all classical Greek philosophers, the one who has had the greatest influence on traditional views of Hell is Plato. you can look this up the history of hell by Georges Minois, page 50.
From the middle of the 2nd century AD Christians who had some training in Greek philosophy began to feel the need to express their faith in its terms. The philosophy that suited them best was Platonism [the teachings of Plato]. —The New Encyclopædia Britannica (1988), Volume 25, page 890.
The teaching of the Church affirms the existence of hell and its eternity. Immediately after death the souls of those who die in a state of mortal sin descend into hell, where they suffer the punishments of hell, ‘eternal fire.’ The chief punishment of hell is eternal separation from God.” You can find this information by looking at the Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1994 edition, page 270.
What does the Bible say?
“For the living know that they will die, but the dead know nothing,for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.”—Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10, Revised Standard Version.
The Hebrew word Sheol, which referred to the “abode of the dead,” is translated “hell” in some versions of the Bible. What does this passage reveal about the condition of the dead? Do they suffer in Sheol in order to atone for their errors? No, for they “know nothing.”
That is why the patriarch Job, when suffering terribly because of a severe illness, begged God: “Protect me in hell [Hebrew, Sheol].” (Job 14:13; Douay-Rheims Version) What meaning would his request have had if Sheol was a place of eternal torment? Hell, in the Biblical sense, is simply the common grave of mankind, where all activity has ceased.
Is not this definition of hell more logical and in harmony with Scripture? What crime, however horrible, could cause a God of love to torture a person endlessly? (1 John 4:8) But if hellfire is a myth, what about heaven? Before I talk about that.
Compare these Bible verses: Psalm 146:3, 4; Acts 2:25-27; Romans 6:7, 23. The Fact is
God does not punish people in hell nor would he create such a place. So if any religions teach this, it's false according to scripture thus again showing which is the truth.
I mentioned Heaven. This is a popular teaching that all Good People Go to Heaven.
What is the origin of the myth? After the death of Jesus’ apostles, by the beginning of the second century C.E., the early Church Fathers gained prominence. Describing their teachings, the New Catholic Encyclopedia (2003), Volume 6, page 687, says: “The general stream of teaching was that heavenly bliss is granted to the disembodied soul immediately after whatever necessary purification follows death.”
What does the Bible say?
“Happy are the mild-tempered ones, since they will inherit the earth.”— Matthew 5:5.
Although Jesus promised his disciples that he would “prepare a place” for them in heaven, he indicated that the righteous do not automatically go there. Notice John 3:13; 14:2. Did he not pray that God’s will take place “as in heaven, also upon earth”? See Matthew 6:9, 10. In reality, one of two destinies awaits the righteous. A minority will rule in heaven with Christ, but the majority will live forever on earth. See Revelation 5:10.
Over time, the early church changed its view of its own role on the earth. With what result? “The institutional church increasingly replaced the expected Kingdom of God,” states The New Encyclopædia Britannica. The church began solidifying its power by becoming mixed up in politics, ignoring Jesus’ explicit statements that his followers were to be “no part of the world.” (John 15:19; 17:14-16; 18:36) Under the influence of the Roman Emperor Constantine, the church compromised some of its beliefs, one of which involved the very nature of God. Compare these Bible verses: Psalm 37:10, 11, 29; John 17:3; 2 Timothy 2:11,12. Why would Jesus need to come down and die if people GOOD people were going to heaven anyway, meaning people that were Good people before Jesus came to Earth. Think of Noah, Job as an example. The Fact is the majority of good people will live forever on earth—not in heaven. If any teach that we die and go to Heaven well they are not teaching the truth and thus they are a false religion.
Really I can go on and on comparing but in truth I can just end it all with one identifying feature that Jesus himself stated at John 13:35 which states, By this all will know that YOU are my disciples, if YOU have love among yourselves.
Sure Witnesses have their problems like every other human on the planet but the one thing that unites all brothers and sisters is our common love for each other and our common love for Jehovah. This is world wide not just locally. Who else has this identifying feature?
We are called cults but yet if anyone claims to know me, then you would know that we are not a cult. The internet is a dangerous place and the best way to find information about Witnesses is by going to their Authorized website. I love it when people say we twist words when you can go read it yourself. Let me give you an illustration. School is a perfect example. Let's say the teacher in the classroom just handed out homework without ever explaining what it is. How do you think you would do. You can read what is given but if you don't understand what is given, chances are you will fail.
If you pickup the bible and read it yourself chances are you won't understand all of it. Most don't or else in the case of Idol's they wouldn't use them right. So you need a teacher who understands scripture. Then take in what is taught and use common sense and think about it and see if it makes sense to you. There is no twisting of words if it's directly from the bible. Witnesses didn't twist words when reading the scripture that says not to use Idol's?
Witnesses didn't twist words when they said that we do not go to Heaven? This is all scripture based, how can you twist words. False religion was around when Jesus was on earth and false religion is around today. I get accused of posting a wall of text that make it hard to understand. It's not that it's hard to understand, take it paragraph by paragraph so you can understand. There is no twisting in my words and besides my words are not my own.
Now for Jesse. I don't really have to defend him to anyone. What I said about Jesse is the same thing that I said weeks ago, months ago, years ago. He loves Jehovah. He wants to be the best witness that he can be. Next Month he will pioneer which means he will do ( I hope I got this right ) about 50 hours in field service helping others to understand some of what I posted here today.
He doesn't do drugs, he doesn't smoke, he's a virgin, he's saving himself for marriage. He doesn't use bad words, He wants to make sure he can take care of himself and his wife and possible children by working to educate himself in many areas. I am a proud father and I love my son very much. I'm not sure what I could add to that. Sure he made his mistakes and he will make mistakes again, we are not perfect but compared to the kind of children, teenagers, young adults we see today, I am so thankful that Jehovah guided his life.
Not to accept Jesse if he was the last person on Earth? Good thing it isn't his choice on who to marry and who not to marry. I am reminded of the Karen Malone Story. Remember her parents didn't accept the fact that she wanted to become a witness but she followed her heart and was blessed with a husband and children. This despite the fact that her parents wasn't happy. I don't live Jesse's life. He lives his own. I don't make his choices in life, I help him make choices.
But if nobody accepted Jesse, well it's like the door out in service, we smile and move onto the next door.
One example is Idols or Images used in worship. The Cross itself is an idol. Remember when Moses was getting the commandments, the people were creating a Golden Calf. How did God React? He was upset and Angry and thus the Golden Calf was destroyed. What is the difference between that Idol and today's crosses? Or really anything that is used.
Around the globe, Hindus, Buddhists, Catholics, and members of the Orthodox Church view the use of idols, images, or icons as a vital part of their worship. If you visit the places where witnesses meet, Kingdom Halls, you will find neither icons of saints nor statues of Jesus or Mary,nothing. Note what it mentions at Exodus 20:4, 5.
..........................................................
(4) “You must not make for yourself a carved image or a form like anything that is in the heavens above or that is on the earth underneath or that is in the waters under the earth. (5) You must not bow down to them nor be induced to serve them, because I Jehovah your God am a God exacting exclusive devotion, bringing punishment for the error of fathers upon sons, upon the third generation and upon the fourth generation, in the case of those who hate me.
..........................................................
So it's safe to say that Jehovah does not like images or idols or anything that people bow down to for worship. By process of elimination just by this scripture alone, which religions can you eliminate? Which religion is the truth?
Another teaching is that the Soul Is immortal. When we die, there is an afterlife? What is the origin of the myth? The early Christian philosophers adopted the Greek concept of the soul’s immortality and thought of the soul as being created by God and infused into the body at conception. You can find this info by looking at The New Encyclopædia Britannica (1988), Volume 11, page 25.
What does the Bible say?
The soul that sinneth, it shall die. Found at Ezekiel 18:4, King James Version. Regarding the creation of the first human soul, the Bible says: Jehovah God proceeded to form the man out of dust from the ground and to blow into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man came to be a living soul. Genesis 2:7.
The Hebrew word ne′phesh, translated “soul,” means ‘a creature that breathes.’ When God created the first man, Adam, He did not infuse into him an immortal soul but the life force that is maintained by breathing. Therefore, “soul” in the Biblical sense refers to the entire living being. If separated from the life force originally given by God, the soul dies. See Genesis 3:19 and also Ezekiel 18:20.
The doctrine of the immortality of the soul raised questions: Where do souls go after death? What happens to the souls of the wicked? When nominal Christians adopted the myth of the immortal soul, this led them to accept another myth—the teaching of hellfire. Compare these Bible verses: Ecclesiastes 3:19; Matthew 10:28; Acts 3:23. I hope that makes this teaching clear thus allowing one to separate false religion with the Truth. Ask yourself then, who teaches afterlife? Or that we go somewhere when we die? The Fact is at death a person ceases to exist.
I mentioned hellfire for the wicked. What is the origin of the myth? Of all classical Greek philosophers, the one who has had the greatest influence on traditional views of Hell is Plato. you can look this up the history of hell by Georges Minois, page 50.
From the middle of the 2nd century AD Christians who had some training in Greek philosophy began to feel the need to express their faith in its terms. The philosophy that suited them best was Platonism [the teachings of Plato]. —The New Encyclopædia Britannica (1988), Volume 25, page 890.
The teaching of the Church affirms the existence of hell and its eternity. Immediately after death the souls of those who die in a state of mortal sin descend into hell, where they suffer the punishments of hell, ‘eternal fire.’ The chief punishment of hell is eternal separation from God.” You can find this information by looking at the Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1994 edition, page 270.
What does the Bible say?
“For the living know that they will die, but the dead know nothing,for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.”—Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10, Revised Standard Version.
The Hebrew word Sheol, which referred to the “abode of the dead,” is translated “hell” in some versions of the Bible. What does this passage reveal about the condition of the dead? Do they suffer in Sheol in order to atone for their errors? No, for they “know nothing.”
That is why the patriarch Job, when suffering terribly because of a severe illness, begged God: “Protect me in hell [Hebrew, Sheol].” (Job 14:13; Douay-Rheims Version) What meaning would his request have had if Sheol was a place of eternal torment? Hell, in the Biblical sense, is simply the common grave of mankind, where all activity has ceased.
Is not this definition of hell more logical and in harmony with Scripture? What crime, however horrible, could cause a God of love to torture a person endlessly? (1 John 4:8) But if hellfire is a myth, what about heaven? Before I talk about that.
Compare these Bible verses: Psalm 146:3, 4; Acts 2:25-27; Romans 6:7, 23. The Fact is
God does not punish people in hell nor would he create such a place. So if any religions teach this, it's false according to scripture thus again showing which is the truth.
I mentioned Heaven. This is a popular teaching that all Good People Go to Heaven.
What is the origin of the myth? After the death of Jesus’ apostles, by the beginning of the second century C.E., the early Church Fathers gained prominence. Describing their teachings, the New Catholic Encyclopedia (2003), Volume 6, page 687, says: “The general stream of teaching was that heavenly bliss is granted to the disembodied soul immediately after whatever necessary purification follows death.”
What does the Bible say?
“Happy are the mild-tempered ones, since they will inherit the earth.”— Matthew 5:5.
Although Jesus promised his disciples that he would “prepare a place” for them in heaven, he indicated that the righteous do not automatically go there. Notice John 3:13; 14:2. Did he not pray that God’s will take place “as in heaven, also upon earth”? See Matthew 6:9, 10. In reality, one of two destinies awaits the righteous. A minority will rule in heaven with Christ, but the majority will live forever on earth. See Revelation 5:10.
Over time, the early church changed its view of its own role on the earth. With what result? “The institutional church increasingly replaced the expected Kingdom of God,” states The New Encyclopædia Britannica. The church began solidifying its power by becoming mixed up in politics, ignoring Jesus’ explicit statements that his followers were to be “no part of the world.” (John 15:19; 17:14-16; 18:36) Under the influence of the Roman Emperor Constantine, the church compromised some of its beliefs, one of which involved the very nature of God. Compare these Bible verses: Psalm 37:10, 11, 29; John 17:3; 2 Timothy 2:11,12. Why would Jesus need to come down and die if people GOOD people were going to heaven anyway, meaning people that were Good people before Jesus came to Earth. Think of Noah, Job as an example. The Fact is the majority of good people will live forever on earth—not in heaven. If any teach that we die and go to Heaven well they are not teaching the truth and thus they are a false religion.
Really I can go on and on comparing but in truth I can just end it all with one identifying feature that Jesus himself stated at John 13:35 which states, By this all will know that YOU are my disciples, if YOU have love among yourselves.
Sure Witnesses have their problems like every other human on the planet but the one thing that unites all brothers and sisters is our common love for each other and our common love for Jehovah. This is world wide not just locally. Who else has this identifying feature?
We are called cults but yet if anyone claims to know me, then you would know that we are not a cult. The internet is a dangerous place and the best way to find information about Witnesses is by going to their Authorized website. I love it when people say we twist words when you can go read it yourself. Let me give you an illustration. School is a perfect example. Let's say the teacher in the classroom just handed out homework without ever explaining what it is. How do you think you would do. You can read what is given but if you don't understand what is given, chances are you will fail.
If you pickup the bible and read it yourself chances are you won't understand all of it. Most don't or else in the case of Idol's they wouldn't use them right. So you need a teacher who understands scripture. Then take in what is taught and use common sense and think about it and see if it makes sense to you. There is no twisting of words if it's directly from the bible. Witnesses didn't twist words when reading the scripture that says not to use Idol's?
Witnesses didn't twist words when they said that we do not go to Heaven? This is all scripture based, how can you twist words. False religion was around when Jesus was on earth and false religion is around today. I get accused of posting a wall of text that make it hard to understand. It's not that it's hard to understand, take it paragraph by paragraph so you can understand. There is no twisting in my words and besides my words are not my own.
Now for Jesse. I don't really have to defend him to anyone. What I said about Jesse is the same thing that I said weeks ago, months ago, years ago. He loves Jehovah. He wants to be the best witness that he can be. Next Month he will pioneer which means he will do ( I hope I got this right ) about 50 hours in field service helping others to understand some of what I posted here today.
He doesn't do drugs, he doesn't smoke, he's a virgin, he's saving himself for marriage. He doesn't use bad words, He wants to make sure he can take care of himself and his wife and possible children by working to educate himself in many areas. I am a proud father and I love my son very much. I'm not sure what I could add to that. Sure he made his mistakes and he will make mistakes again, we are not perfect but compared to the kind of children, teenagers, young adults we see today, I am so thankful that Jehovah guided his life.
Not to accept Jesse if he was the last person on Earth? Good thing it isn't his choice on who to marry and who not to marry. I am reminded of the Karen Malone Story. Remember her parents didn't accept the fact that she wanted to become a witness but she followed her heart and was blessed with a husband and children. This despite the fact that her parents wasn't happy. I don't live Jesse's life. He lives his own. I don't make his choices in life, I help him make choices.
But if nobody accepted Jesse, well it's like the door out in service, we smile and move onto the next door.
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