Dear Friends,
Christian Heritage News began as a newsletter for the Constitution Party of Illinois in 2004 and continued until 2007 when I became the editor of the Christian Liberty Party website; where you can find many pro-life news stories and Christian news articles... Hope to see you there!
For His Glory,
Angela Wittman, Editor
Christian Liberty News
http://www.christianlibertyparty.com/
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Thursday, May 03, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 11 - May 3, 2007 - Special Issue
Volume 3, Issue 11 - May 3, 2007 - Special Issue~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
A Historical Moment in American Church History:
On the National Day of Prayer, May 3, 2007 in the United States of America pluralism is honored by the President and evangelical leaders, the U.S. House passes "thought crimes" legislation which muzzles* those preaching the Gospel and Christians sleep on.
-Angela Wittman, editor
*muzzle- To prevent from speaking freely. The Grosset Webster Dictionary
HR 1592 – Federal Hate Crimes Legislation passes House of Representatives
Date: Thu, 03 May 2007 15:54:32 -0400
To: Columbia Christians for Life CCL@ChristianLifeandLiberty.net
From: Columbia Christians for Life CCL@ChristianLifeandLiberty.net
Subject: 25 Republicans and 212 Democrats pass Hate Crimes bill in US House
25 Republicans and 212 Democrats pass Hate Crimes bill in US House
H R 1592 YEA-AND-NAY 3-May-2007 1:46 PM
QUESTION: On Passage
BILL TITLE: To provide Federal assistance to States, local jurisdictions, and Indian tribes to prosecute hate crimes.
Democratic: Yeas 212, Nays 14, NV 6
Republican: Yeas 25, Nays 166, NV 10
Independent
TOTALS: Yeas 237, Nays 180, NV 16
See the text of the Hate Crimes bill, which includes protected classes for "sexual orientation," and "gender identity" at http://thomas.loc.gov/ - HR 1592
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Bible believing Christians and Constitutionalists should not rest with passage only of state constitutional amendments that protect the institution of marriage.
As good as those are, they are only defensive measures, and are insufficient to protect us from Hate Crimes legislation.
What is needed is a restoration of the right of the States to criminalize the commission of acts of sodomy. The 2003 Lawrence vs. Texas US supreme court decision was the "Roe" of the sodomy issue, undermining the law of the State of Texas, however there is a constitutional remedy to restore the right of the States to re-criminalize the immoral acts of sodomy. Such a remedy can be found in HR 300, the "We the People Act of 2007," introduced by Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas), to use the Constitution's Article III., Section 2. authority granted to the US Congress, to limit the appellate jurisdiction of the US supreme Court (so the US supreme Court cannot overturn State anti-sodomy laws).
See HR 300 at http://thomas.loc.gov.
Congressman Ron Paul is also a GOP candidate for US President and is reportedly going to participate in the Republican presidential candidate debate scheduled for today, Thursday,May 3, 2007 in California.
See also:
US House limits jurisdiction of Federal Courts regarding the Pledge of Allegiance Employs Article III., Section 2. constitutional power of the US Congress to limit the appellate jurisdiction of the US supreme Court:
This same Article III., Section 2. constitutional power of the US Congress to limitthe appellate jurisdiction of the US supreme Court can be further applied to protect the God-ordained institution of marriage, to protect state-level laws banning acts of sodomy, to protect federal and state laws banning abortion, and to protect the freedom of religious expression that is guaranteed by the First Amendment of the US Constitution, vis-a-vis public displays of the Ten Commandments, and public prayer in the Name of Jesus.
Steve Lefemine, pro-life missionary
dir., Columbia Christians for Life
Columbia, SC
May 3, 2007
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Call your US Senator to oppose the Hate Crimes bills (H.1592 and S.1105).
Call the Washington DC switchboard toll free at: 1-866-340-9281
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May 3, 2007, 1:01PM
House passes expanded hate crimes bill
By JIM ABRAMS Associated Press Writer
© 2007 The Associated Press
http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-6606227,00.html
WASHINGTON — Just hours after the White House issued a veto threat Thursday, the House voted to add gender and sexual orientation to the categories covered by federal hate crimes law.
The House legislation, passed 237-180, also makes it easier for federal law enforcement to take part in or assist local prosecutions involving bias-motivated attacks. Similar legislation is also moving through the Senate, setting the stage for another veto showdown with President Bush.
"This is an important vote of conscience, of a statement of what America is, a society that understands that we accept differences," said House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md.
Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., the only openly gay man in the House, presided over the chamber as the final vote was taken.
The vote came after fierce lobbying from civil rights groups, who have been pushing for years for added protections against hate crimes, and social conservatives, who say the bill threatens the right to express moral opposition to homosexuality and singles out groups of citizens for special protection.
The White House, in a statement warning of a veto, said state and local criminal laws already cover the new crimes defined under the bill, and there was "no persuasive demonstration of any need to federalize such a potentially large range of violent crime enforcement."
It also noted that the bill leaves other classes, such as the elderly, the military and police officers, without similar special status.
"Our criminal justice system has been built on the ideal of equal justice for all," said Rep. Lamar Smith of Texas, top Republican on the Judiciary Committee. "Under this bill justice will no longer be equal, but depend on the race, sex, sexual orientation, disability or status of the victim."
Republicans, in a parliamentary move that would have effectively killed the bill, tried to add seniors and the military to those qualifying for hate crimes protection. It was defeated on a mainly party-line vote.
Hate crimes under current federal law apply to acts of violence against individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, or national original. Federal prosecutors have jurisdiction only if the victim is engaged in a specific federally protected activity such as voting.
The House bill would extend the hate crimes category to include sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or disability and give federal authorities greater leeway to participate in hate crimes investigations. It approves $10 million over the next two years to help local law enforcement officials cover the cost of hate crimes prosecutions.
Federal investigators could step in if local authorities are unwilling or unable to act. The Human Rights Campaign, the country's largest gay rights group, said this federal intervention could have made a difference in the case of Brandon Teena, the young Nebraska transsexual depicted in the movie "Boys Don't Cry" who was raped after two friends discovered that he was biologically female and then murdered when local police did not arrest those responsible.
But Dr. James C. Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, warned that the true intent of the bill was "to muzzle people of faith who dare to express their moral and biblical concerns about homosexuality." If you read the Bible in a certain way, he told his broadcast listeners, "you may be guilty of committing a 'thought crime.'"
"It does not impinge on public speech or writing in any way," countered Judiciary Committee Chairman John Conyers, D-Mich., pointing out that the bill explicitly reaffirms First Amendment and free speech rights.
Conyers said in a statement that state and local authorities will continue to prosecute the overwhelming majority of such cases and the bill requires the attorney general or another high-ranking Justice Department official to approve any federal prosecutions.
The legislation restates already-enacted penalties. Those using guns to commit crimes defined under the bill face prison terms of up to 10 years. Crimes involving kidnapping or sexual assault or resulting in death can bring life terms.
The Judiciary Committee cited FBI figures that there have been more than 113,000 hate crimes since 1991, including 7,163 in 1995. It said that racially motivated bias accounted for 55 percent of those incidents, religious bias for 17 percent, sexual orientation bias for 14 percent and ethnicity bias for 14 percent.
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The bill is H.R. 1592
On the Net:
Congress: http://thomas.loc.gov/
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Bush Honors His Unknown God
President Bush ended his recent remarks on the "National Day Of Prayer," to applause, saying: "May God bless America." Well, no. I don't think so. I think, for a number of reasons, that we are one nation, under God's wrath. One reason I think this is because of what Bush said at this very event, organized by Shirley Dobson, wife of Dr. Jim.The President said: "Each day, millions of our citizens approach our Maker. We pray as congregations in churches and in synagogues, and mosques, and in temples. We welcome people of all faiths into the United States of America."Prayers which are not in the Name of Jesus do not, of course, get past the ceiling.
~ John Lofton, editor
The American View
http://www.theamericanview.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1619
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Remarks by President Bush on the National Day of Prayer
[No mention of Jesus Christ -- Emphasis added by Angela Wittman]
WASHINGTON, May 3 /Christian Newswire/ -- The following text is of remarks by President Bush on the National Day of Prayer:
East Room 9:23 A.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. And welcome to the White House. I'm honored to join you for this National Day of Prayer. I'm sorry Laura is not here. She is camping in one of our national parks. (Laughter.) I appreciate the chairman -- Chairwoman of the National Day of Prayer Task Force, Shirley Dobson. Thank you for your leadership on this important day. And I see you brought your husband, Jim. (Applause.)
The 2007 Honorary Chairman is with us, and that's Chuck Swindoll. Thank you, Chuck, for being here, and I'm glad you brought Cynthia, as well. Welcome. I appreciate the members of the Cabinet who have joined. I appreciate the members of the Congress. Thank you all for being here.
And the Mayor -- Mr. Mayor, thank you, sir. It's good to see you. Thanks for joining us. It means a lot that you're here. I appreciate Mayor Ron Rordam, Blacksburg, Virginia. Mr. Mayor, we're honored you're here. Thanks for bringing Mary. (Applause.)
Members of the United States military have joined us. Thanks for wearing the uniform. I appreciate those who are participating. Rabbi, thank you for your really kind remarks and strong statement. I am glad that one of my fellow Texans has made it. Mike, thanks for coming from Prestonwood Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas. And you married a woman named Laura. (Laughter.) Chaplain Houston Yu, Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. Proud to have you here. (Applause.) Bishop Coles, thank you for bringing Leona. Proud you all are here, too. Thanks for joining us. Appreciate the United States Army Chorus. By the way, Sergeant First Class Alvy Powell, friend of Presidents 41, 42, and 43. (Laughter.) The man has got some longevity. (Laughter.)
As Shirley mentioned, since the days of our founding, our nation has been called to prayer. That's exactly what our first President did, George Washington. "It's the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and to humbly implore his protection and favor." It's interesting that the first President said those words.
For two centuries, Americans have answered this call to prayer. We're a prayerful nation. I believe that makes us a strong nation. Each day, millions of our citizens approach our Maker. We pray as congregations in churches and in synagogues, and mosques, and in temples. We welcome people of all faiths into the United States of America.
We pray as families, around the dinner table, and before we go to sleep. We pray alone in silence and solitude, withdrawing from the world to focus on the eternal, spending time in personal recollection with our Creator.
We pray for many reasons. First, we pray to give thanks for the blessings the Almighty has bestowed upon us. We pray to give thanks. We give thanks for our freedom. We give thanks for the brave men and women who risk their lives to defend it. We give thanks for our families who love and support us. We give thanks for our plenty. We give thanks for our nation.
Second, we pray for the strength to follow God's will in our lives, and for forgiveness when we fail to do so. Through prayer, each of us is reminded that we are fallen creatures in need of mercy, and in seeking the mercy and compassion of a loving God, we grow in mercy and compassion ourselves.
We feel the tug at our souls to reach out to the poor, the elderly, the stranger in distress. And by answering this call to care for our brothers and sisters in need, our hearts grow larger and we enter into a deeper relationship with God.
Third, we pray to acknowledge God's sovereignty in our lives and our complete dependence on Him. This is probably the toughest prayer of all, particularly for those of us in politics. In the humility of prayer we recognize the limits of human strength and human wisdom. We seek the strength and wisdom that comes from above. We ask for the grace to align our hearts with His, echoing the words of Scripture, "Not my will, but thine be done." We ask the Almighty to remain near to us and guide us in all we do, and when He is near we are ready for all that may come to us.
Finally, we pray to offer petitions, because our Father in heaven knows our cares and our needs. We trust in the promise of a loving God: Ask and it shall be given to you; seek and ye shall find. Inspired by this confidence we pray that the Almighty will pour out His blessings on those we love. We ask His healing for those who suffer from illness, for those who struggle in life. We ask His comfort for the victims of tragedy, and that the injured may be healed and the fallen may find comfort in the arms of their Creator. We implore His protection for those who protect us here at home and in far away lands. We pray for the day when His peace will reign in every nation and in every land until the ends of the earth.
The greatest gift we can offer anyone is the gift of our prayers, because our prayers have power beyond our imagining. The English poet Tennyson wrote, "More things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of." Prayer has the power to change lives and to change the course of history. So on this National Day of Prayer, let us seek the Almighty with confidence and trust, because our Eternal Father inclines his ear to the voice of his children, and answers our needs with love.
May God bless America. (Applause.)
END 9:30 A.M. EDT
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 10 - May 1, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 10 - May 1, 2007~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Campus Intolerance Leads to the Arrest of Christians and to University Police Officer being Suspended
By Dennis Green
April 18, 2007
This morning, Kutztown University (Pennsylvania), exhibited intolerance and hostility towards the gospel. Shortly after we began ministering at Kutztown University a crowd of approximately 400 to 500 students surrounded the team of Gospel preachers.
Even though this is a state university and a classic free speech venue, the university police force ordered the Christians to leave the campus immediately. The police then, at the urging of a hostile crowd, arrested two preachers from the ministry team. As the remainder of the team left with police escort, they were followed by several hundred angry and profane lovers of tolerance. The ministry team is a unified outreach of several gospel ministries from across the nation. The two team members who were arrested were charged with disorderly conduct. One university police officer was relieved of his immediate duties and then suspended when he questioned the Constitutionality of participating in the obvious discrimination of the Christian group. He is now awaiting further disciplinary actions.
"OFFICER UPDATE" On April 26, Officer Steve Armbruster was called upon to appear for a disciplinary meeting. He was given 5 days with no pay. He has served with the Kutztown University police for 15 years.
Hear a report on "One News Now": Christian street preachers booted from Penn. school
Hear two interviews with Dennis Green on "The Heart of the Matter".
Interview #1 with Ralph Ovadal
Interview #2 with Ralph Ovadal
View a terribly biased and misleading news report from WFMZ TV. Violence is mentioned twice even though there was none.
Kutztown newscast.
Click HERE for photos!
Approximately 30 Christians participated in the tour. Here is a recap of the stops made.
Please read more here.
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Pro-lifer's litigation appeals 2003 arrest for public speech
By Ed Thomas
OneNewsNow.com
April 25, 2007
A pro-life demonstrator who was threatened with arrest on a public right-of-way will appeal his case to the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in North Carolina. Dennis Green's lawsuit tests whether it was legal to threaten his arrest for not obtaining a permit before proceeding with his activity.
Hear This Report
Green and several friends and family members were speaking about pro-life issues in a public area in 2003; Green was carrying a sign and distributing literature about abortion. Attorneys from Alliance Defense Fund (ADF) say he was approached by police officers and threatened with "citation" for picketing without a permit, unless he left the area.
The suit alleges that Green's activities do not meet the city's definition of "picketing" -- and that the right of First Amendment speech (in public) does not require submission to a permit process.
"The Constitution does not require individuals to obtain governmental permission in order to exercise their First Amendment rights,” says ADF senior counsel Nate Kellum in a press release. "Such laws are unconstitutional and serve only to stifle the speaker."
The case is Green v. City of Raleigh.
All Original Content Copyright 2006-2007 American Family News Network - All Rights Reserved
URL: http://www.onenewsnow.com/2007/04/pro-lifers_litigation_appeals_.php
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Policy Council Files Suit Against South Florida Police for Violation of First Amendment Rights
ORLANDO, Florida, April 26 /Christian Newswire/ -- The Florida Family Policy Council has filed a lawsuit in Federal District Court to seek a judgment against Broward County and the Sunrise Police Officer who violated the civil rights of volunteers for the Florida4Marriage.org amendment last summer.
In June of 2006, Florida Family Policy Council staff members and volunteers were collecting petitions for the Florida Marriage Protection Amendment as a paid exhibitor under a tent with several other ministries at a Promise Keepers Conference in Sunrise, Florida.
What began as a productive day of distributing information and collecting petitions turned into a constitutional showdown when several officers from the Sunrise Police Department showed up and shut down the gathering of petitions.
The officer in charge, Sergeant Stephen Allen, took it upon himself to lecture the petition collectors on Jesus' view of homosexuality and the Bible's instruction to obey authorities, all the while refusing to produce the legal basis for denying the volunteers' right to collect petitions for Florida4Marriage.org.
To add insult, after removing the Florida4Marriage.org petitions from the exhibit table, Sgt. Allen mockingly kissed another male officer.
"We have the highest regard for law enforcement officers in this state who lay down their lives to protect us everyday. But we are simply not going to be discriminated against because certain bad cops do not like our message. This was a blatant violation of the first amendment," said FFPC president John Stemberger, who was personally threatened with arrest by Sgt. Allen if the petitions remained on the exhibit table.
"We had paid a fee to be an exhibitor and had full rights to distribute literature and collect petitions," said Stemberger. "The officer in charge appeared to have a personal agenda and displayed a lack of professionalism as well as an utter disregard for our constitutional rights."
Despite these types of intimidation tactics and threats, the Florida4Marriage.org effort continues to move forward. Approximately 21,000 more petitions are needed to reach the required 611,009 petitions to place the amendment on the 2008 ballot.
Current information about the citizens initiative can been found online at www.Florida4Marriage.org .
A Complete Copy of the Complaint in this case can be found in the "lawsuit" hyperlink link above or on our website Newsroom tab at www.FLfamily.org .
For More Info Contact 407-251-1957 or send a e-mail to Media@FLfamily.org
News Source: Christian Newswire
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License to Seize Our Children
By Berit Kjos - (1994)
See Child "Protection" Services? and
When the state becomes parent: Child protection services agencies accused of abuse.
Can social workers remove children from parents without proof of abuse, without a court order, without explanation, and without liability?
Yes, they can. On April 25, the U.S. Supreme Court let stand a U.S. Courts of Appeals ruling that social workers are entitled to "absolute immunity from liability" which "ensures that they [social workers] are not deterred from vigorously performing their jobs as they might if they feared personal liability."[i] The high court rejected an appeal from Ian Hoffman, a father who was arrested and stripped of his right to see his daughter resulting from false allegations of child abuse. The two social workers who brought the allegations neither questioned the child nor allowed the father a chance to respond.
That Hoffman was later cleared by a jury and awarded permanent custody of his child doesn't change the effects of the high court's 7-to-2 vote. Given vast discretionary power to punish families believed to violate their standards, today's social workers may confiscate children and divide families without accountability to the public that they supposedly serve. Apparently parents have little or no recourse.
Which parents are at risk?
Please read more here.
News Source: Protect Our Children from CPS
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Politically Active Women of the Bible
By Ellen Sheets
In today’s world, many women are becoming increasingly politically active. Women hold numerous appointed and elected positions, including positions in the federal senate, congress and judiciary. Many of these women are Godly women who love the Lord and attend church regularly. No doubt the example of Deborah in Judges 4-5 has inspired many a woman to “engage the culture” and run for political office.
The Bible also gives an illustration of a woman of tremendous political influence. This was a woman who was inspired with a master plan that united the efforts of church and the state, and she personally coordinated this plan that accomplished a significant goal that completely fulfilled her husband’s wishes.
Her name was Jezebel.
She usurped the rightful authority of her husband, the king, wrongfully enacted wicked legislation that was enacted by the church, was responsible for the false accusation and murder of a God-fearing, law-abiding man (1 – the Law says not to sell your property but to keep it), and personally brought the wrath of God down on her family, and God held her husband personally accountable for her actions.
The Bible gives some very specific commands about the role of women in the family and church. However, the main focus of this article is not to illustrate (or defend) these admonitions, but rather to briefly summarize.
Please read more here.
News Source: Institute for Principled Policy, www.principledpolicy.com
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News Stories from ChristianLibertyParty.com:
HOW SHOULD WE THEN LIVE?
Written by Rev. Rusty Lee Thomas
Saturday, 28 April 2007
Recently I ministered at an event in Lexington, MA. called “Someone Stole My Nation, and I want Her Back.” The following is the message I delivered there on April 20th, 2007. This is the day after the anniversary of the famous "shot heard around the world."
“For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.” (Proverbs 28:2)
This was the question asked by Francis Schaeffer, as he pondered the decline of our Christian, Western thought and culture. It became the basis of his best-selling book and video series. His analysis was thorough and his warnings should be heeded today.
For the last several decades, we have witnessed a systematic assault against America’s godly heritage, the Christian faith, and the Biblical principles that has created the most freest and blessed nation in the bloody history of mankind. In the name of law, however, the Supreme Court, has unleashed upon our nation a spirit of lawlessness. Under the color of law they have been destroying the substance of our freedoms.
At the same time, the citizens of America, in the name of freedom, have turned our liberty into licentiousness. Our Founding Fathers knew that these two enemies posed the greatest threat against America’s experiment with liberty. They understood that only a virtuous people who self-govern themselves under God can remain a free people. Only a citizenry that placed inward restraints upon mankind’s inherent lusts can enjoy the true blessings of freedom.
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Meeting in Boise
Written by Keith Humphrey
Friday, 27 April 2007
We arrived near the end of the Constitution Party National Committee meeting in Boise, Idaho, on 4-21-2007. We could tell that we were expected; inasmuch as the hosts, Paul and Sue Venable, had hired a security guard to watch the door for certain unnamed troublemakers that might try to disrupt the meeting. Upon seeing us standing at the door, Sue Venable gave immediate warning to her superiors. This is what she had been afraid of, and now it was coming to pass- just as she had foreseen...
Not quite as she had foreseen. Thom Holmes, who recognized us from previous National Committee Meetings, knew we would do nothing to disrupt the meeting, ignored her warnings, and graciously received us like a statesman. He escorted us in to take video of the final speech by Will Grigg. It was a fine speech, but his appeals to place principle above all, didn’t seem to find the mark. It was as if those in attendance felt that they had already done that, else they wouldn’t have made it this far, would they? We had hoped for more of a “blast the compromisers” speech, but perhaps it didn’t matter by now anyway.
Afterwards, Scott Watson confronted Mary Starrett in the lobby, and appealed to her to consider the evidence, and come back to the virtue of the one who called us to stand up for principle, Michael Peroutka. She said she didn’t know anything about these issues in the Constitution Party that transpired before she became involved. Surely, we thought, this could not have been unintentional. Perhaps she doesn’t want to know, lest she have to face the same crossroads that we all did, one year earlier in Tampa.
Afterwards, we went to a Christian Liberty Society meeting. Leaders we had invited from the Constitution Party of Oregon, and the Constitution Party of Montana, declined to attend due to time constraints, but they sent written statements. There were several former members of the Constitution Party of Idaho in attendance, as well as a few visitors from out of state. What really mattered most though, was that it seemed that Christ was present among us.
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PORK and PRISONS....n/t/q
Written by Gene Malone
Thursday, 26 April 2007
Post
April 25, 2007
PORK and PRISONS....
~ FIRST, PORK- U S. Senator Feingold (D-Wisc) has joined with the Rino U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) sponsoring a bill, not an amendment, to give the President a partial-veto in lining out "unwanted pork/earmarks" in Congressional legislation. The US Supreme Court found this idea unconstitutional (a rare use of the word by the SC) with the morphing of executive/legislative powers. Correct. So the new attempt calls for vetoed financial/state items in the national budget to return to the Congress to be acted upon (with specifications not usually given in the media) or not giving the appearance of Congressional sovereignty.
Well, remember the McCain-Feingold campaign reform folly?
A problem, the US Constitution is quite clear in changing its intent of legislation and the executive duties. Article V of the main body of the US Constitution explains how an amendment is made. The Feingold/Ryan attempt to limit needless spending is presented as a bill in violation of Article V which calls for an amendment in such a drastic lawmaking change.
More obvious is that Congress can refrain from wasteful spending by its own fiscal restraints and the federal government could revert back to Constitutional principles letting only Congress appropriate money for items under Art. 1,Sec. 8 and quit strewing money for state/city: roads, bridges, buses, pet state corporate projects, harbors, malls, and every peculiar possibility of spending the national treasury into national bankruptcy.
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Name Your Mayor in Your Prayer
Written by Reed R. Heustis, Jr.
Thursday, 26 April 2007
Christian Constitutionalist
April 25, AD 2007
One of the most important responsibilities of Christian citizens in America is to pray for all those who are in authority. From various pulpits across America, prayers for the President of the United States can be heard every Lord's Day. Most of these prayers specifically refer to the President by name. Although the names of Presidents change from one election cycle to another, it is a certainty that when most Christians pray for their leaders, they will specifically pray for the President by name.
Unfortunately however, Christian citizens rarely pray for those authority figures who are closest to them: their State and local leaders. In fact, most citizens - Christian or otherwise - don't even know who their closest leaders are.
While almost everybody knows who the President is, fewer people know who their two U.S. Senators are; and even fewer still cannot even name their respective U.S. Representative. At the Federal level, congressional power is supposed to be closest to the people, which is why the United States Constitution vested Congress with more power than it granted the executive and judiciary branches. Do people realize that without the Congress, the President cannot sign bills into law?
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LARRY and BILL...n/t/q
Written by Gene Malone
Thursday, 26 April 2007
Post
April 23, 2007
LARRY and BILL~Larry King gave the impeached President Bill Clinton a love-in interview to bolster Hillary's chances to win in 2008. The ex-President looked wonderful with a super hair-do and at ease with the liberal host. Clinton said he wanted to help Hillary's campaign and stay in the background himself. The love-in continued to the end with Larry leaning close to Bill with a near-kiss following Larry's last words to BC, "You really love Hillary don't you? " as BC cooed, " I really do." Interview ended.
In the meantime HC said she might appoint BC to be a global ambassador or was it an ambassador for the entire universe as BC has promised to do what HC says. The Clinton's are back. Is the US ready for a socialist President (either B. Hussein Obama or HC?
Still, HC, is campaigning for the black-vote going back to her southern accent and pandering speech style.
Oh, is she insincere but haughty.
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Is It “Enough” To Be A Christian Legislator?
Written by Buddy Hanson
Thursday, 26 April 2007
Electing Christians to public office, as important as that is, will only help solve our cultural challenges if they govern according to a Christian worldview. Otherwise the legislator or judge will be a well-intentioned “conservative” who supports the 2nd Table of the Law (commandments 5-10), but who hesitates to proclaim the authority behind his ethics (the 1st Table, commandments 1-4). This denial of God means all political debates come down to conservative man’s word against liberal man’s word. We cannot expect to improve our culture based upon, “He said, she said” reasoning. Make no mistake, we must do what we can to elect Christians to public office, but we must also be aware that only one in twenty adult Christians has a developed Christian worldview. This means we have a big time discipleship job to do to help our brothers understand how to connect their Spiritual Dots from their head to their feet and incorporate biblical truths into their legislative decisions.
The pages of the Old Testament show that no form of civil government has ever succeeded unless it has based its governance upon biblical principles.
As the prophet Isaiah exclaims:
To the law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.
Isaiah 8.20
Christian Policy Network & Christian Worldview Resources Center
Buddy Hanson
bhanson@graceandlaw.com
www.graceandlaw.com
Taken from the April 23, 2007 "TGIM" Volume 7, Number 17.
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My thoughts on the upholding of the "Partial Birth Abortion Ban"
Written by James Niemela
Thursday, 26 April 2007
Dear prolife friends nationwide,
Undoubtedly most of you have heard that the Supreme Court of the US recently upheld the "Partial Birth Abortion Ban". I have grave concerns about this ruling. Putting aside for a minute the fact that the Supreme Court is not a legislative body and does not make laws, this ruling is totally worthless in that it will not save the life of one baby. Further, it is evil in that it specifically states other ways abortionists may kill babies without violating the ban. If you would like to read the opinion, please click on this link. (Note: when they refer to a "D&E procedure", they are referring to abortions in which the babies are torn out in pieces; an "intact D&E" is a partial birth abortion.)
This ruling upholds a law which purportedly bans the procedure commonly called "partial birth abortion", by which a preborn baby is delivered, usually feetfirst, until only the top of it's head remains in the mother's body. The murderer then stabs a scissors in the back of the baby's head, and sucks it's brains out with a strong vacuum machine. However, this ruling in no way infringes on other methods used to kill babies. For instance, on page 17 of the opinion, the court found that "First, the person performing the abortion must "vaginally delive[r] a living fetus." 1531(b)(1)(A). The Act does not restrict an abortion procedure involving the delivery of an expired fetus. The Act, furthermore, is inapplicable to abortions that do not involve vaginal delivery (for instance, hysterotomy or hysterectomy)." Further, on page 34, the court found that "If the intact D&E procedure is truly necessary in some circumstances, it appears likely an injection that kills the fetus is an alternative under the Act that allows the doctor to perform the procedure." In other words, the ban only is applicable to the partial delivery of a live baby; if it is killed first (by injection or otherwise) the ban does not apply.
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Supreme Court turns down Michael New
Written by Daniel New
Monday, 23 April 2007
Former Army Specialist Michael New's petition to the US Supreme Court, asking them to review his case, and the lack of due process and the sudden change in the legal "standard of review" applied to it, has been denied. Thus ends a legal battle that began in August of 1995.
What does this ruling mean to Americans? If you are in the military, it means that you and your attorneys have no right to present evidence in your defense in courts-martial, for evidence has suddenly become "discretionary element" of the prosecution. This means that, if the judge and the prosecutor want the jury to see your evidence, they will allow it, and if they don't, they will deny it. And the bottom line on this issue is that no member of the Armed Forces can mount an effective legal defense. They will be denied due process, and the "standard of review" that has been recognized by all Appellate Courts for over 40 years has just been shredded. Lawyers will understand the legal chaos and confusion that has just been upheld.
If you are in the military, or considering enlisting, it also means that the Executive Branch now will feel completely at liberty to ignore the US Constitution, and place you in a United Nations uniform, under the command authority of a foreign officer, to pursue a military policy that is distinct from the legal and official policies of the United States of America. In effect, you may be turned into a mercenary at the discretion of the President. You are for sale, rent, hire, or loan, as determined by the political party of the moment, and you, or your children, may be ordered to fight, bleed and possibly die for the United Nations, without due process.
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Uncomfortable being a Christian?
Written by Wayne Harris
Monday, 23 April 2007
What is your response when your Father tells you what needs to be done? Do you reply, “Yes, Lord,” and then not do it? Do you reply, “No!” and then do it? Perhaps you are a child who says, “Yes, Lord” and does it. Our Father in heaven has given us plenty of guidance. The question is, “What are we doing with it?”
Are you still waiting for a sign from heaven? Look toward the vineyard. While you are waiting for a sign, the grapes on the vine are rotting. Will you work today? Can your Father’s desire be any clearer?
“I might as well take it easy,” someone says. “We are being massacred. Many in the media are murdering Christianity. Comedians mock God. Lewis Black called the God of the Old Testament a “p_ _ _ k” recently and thousands laughed. They make chocolate Jesus and people think it is great. We cannot win. Why try?”
Do you follow Jesus Christ because you love Him? Or, do you follow Jesus only when it is popular to do so? Do you live for God because living for God is cool? Or, do you abandon living for God when others mock Him?
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The “Opiate of the People”
Written by Buddy Hanson
Saturday, 21 April 2007
The socialist philosopher Karl Marx once remarked that “religion” is the “opiate” of the people” The point he was emphasizing is that the state should be careful to always keep certain religious views available to the citizens because they must have somewhere to go to comfort themselves from the heavy hand of the tyrannical socialist state. To Marx’s way of thinking any religion would suffice, as long as it didn’t hold its adherents accountable to live-out their religious beliefs. “Just keep your beliefs inside your homes and churches and you will be allowed to continue to worship,” was Marx’s (and the KGB’s) point (and is the prevailing thought of many of today’s American legislators and judges, sadly including many who profess to be Christians).
Marx knew that absolute Christian principles of civil government would prove harmless to a non-Christian state’s agenda. Unfortunately during the past 150 years, Christianity has become the “opiate” of the vast majority of our brothers and sisters. As a result, it has become culturally irrelevant. It is not uncommon for pastors to teach their congregations that their beliefs are irrelevant to current social and cultural issues. I’m certain you’ve heard the statements:
*“Religion and politics don’t mix,” and
*“Politicians are dishonest and can’t be trusted.”
Such statements beg the question: “If Christians have nothing to do with the public square, who’s left but people who are dishonest and untrustworthy!” Was Marx correct, then, when he claimed that the chief value of religion was to placate citizens? The answer is both “No and yes.” As a non-Christian he was wrong in lumping all religions together as though there is no appreciable difference. Except for Christianity, he would be correct, but Christianity is the one true religion. Indeed, without the absolute truths of Scripture, no one would be able to definitively define “good and evil behavior.”
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In Defense of the Innocent
Written by Angela Wittman
Saturday, 21 April 2007
“The answer to ending legalized child-murder-by-abortion has been staring the pro-life movement in the face for over 34 years. The answer is right in the text of the Roe decision itself. Legal 'personhood' at fertilization, WITH NO EXCEPTIONS, is the "sword" which slices through the "Gordian knot" of the three decades long, and 50 MILLION deaths, of America's abortion holocaust.”
(Steve Lefemine, pro-life missionary and lobbyist for the Right to Life Act of South Carolina, February 16, 2007)
This editorial is written in defense of the innocent preborn children who have become the most persecuted human beings in America. It has been said that the most dangerous place to be in America today is a mother’s womb. It is estimated that 24% of all pregnancies end in abortion, including spontaneous miscarriages; and from 1973 through 2002 more than 42 million legal surgical abortions have occurred.(1)
This year there have been 8 states to propose banning abortions: Alabama (SB 59), Colorado (SB 143), Georgia (HB 1), Montana (HB 403), North Dakota (HB 1466 and 1489), South Carolina (H 3284 and S. 313), Texas (HB 175 and SB 186) and Virginia (HB 2797). (2)
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Two Tragic Hours at Virginia Tech
Written by Teno Groppi
Friday, 20 April 2007
I'm not talking about the two hours between the recent tragic shootings. I'm referring to the two hours between Blacksburg (Tech's town) and Grundy, Virginia, home of the Appalachian Law School.
In 2002 a man who had flunked out of law school opened fire at Appalachian, killing three. He could've killed dozens like Cho Seung-Hui at Virginia Tech, but two students were able to obtain their guns and stop the assailant.
VA Tech, being a public school, was bound by the "gun free zone" statue upheld by Virginia's Attorney General just last year. That means only criminals can have guns on the Hokie campus, unlike at the private institute in Grundy.
We saw the same situations at other "gun free zones" (all schools). Two young maniacs in 1999 at Columbine killed a dozen, and wounded two dozen, and in 1998 two younger maniacs in Jonesboro, Ark killed five and maimed 15.
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GOD, GUNS AND VIRGINIA TECH
Written by Doug Newman
Friday, 20 April 2007
So much has been said about Monday’s orgy of lead and blood on the campus at Virginia Tech that I could go on for hours addressing all the different issues. Neither you nor I have time for this, so I will keep things brief.
Whenever there is a show stopping event like all the usual people come forth with all the predictable responses. The responses we hear almost always revolve around laws, regulations, programs and policies.
You cannot go five minutes without hearing someone ask: “What can we, as a society, do…?”
America already has more laws, regulations, programs and policies than any other society on earth. None of them prevented Monday’s carnage. The answer is not in politics.
We need to mourn the dead, and to pray for the injured and their loved ones. Indeed, we need to pray for the entire Hokie community that they may have courage and strength in the days ahead. (1)
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SAF Observes 232nd Anniversary of Lexington, Concord Battles
Written by PRNewswire-USNewswire
Thursday, 19 April 2007
BELLEVUE, Wash., April 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Thursday, April 19 marks the 232nd anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord that started the American Revolution with the "Shot Heard Round the World," and the Second Amendment Foundation notes that the aftermath of this week's events in Virginia clearly show that European animosity toward our right to keep and bear arms still exists.
In the wake of the horrible tragedy at Virginia Tech, noted SAF founder Alan M. Gottlieb, European media -- and particularly the BBC -- has bared its visceral disdain toward America's Second Amendment and the traditions of liberty and independence it represents and protects.
"Clearly," Gottlieb said following three days of combative day and night interviews and debates primarily conducted by BBC reporters and commentators, "there remains to this day a horrible, condescending attitude toward armed American citizens. Haven't the British yet gotten over the fact that a ragtag, often disorganized force of American colonials, wielding their own arms, was able to defeat what at the time was the most powerful armed force in the world?
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Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 9 - April 18, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 9 - April 18, 2007
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“Bloodshed toucheth bloodshed"
GOD'S WORD and the VA TECH MASSACRE (Hosea 4:2 and Hosea 4:6)
By Steve Lefemine
April 18, 2007
Blacksburg, Virginia - On Monday morning April 16, 2007, a 23-year-old male student armed with two pistols and multiple clips of ammunition, murdered at least 30 people locked inside a Virginia Tech academic building, before taking his own life. The VA Tech senior is also suspected of killing two other students earlier in a coed dormitory building, for a total of 33 dead in the deadliest mass shooting in modern American history. The mass on-campus killings are immediately, eerily, sadly, and tragically reminiscent of the Columbine High shootings on April 20, 1999, which killed 15, including the two teen male student shooters.
What is the cause ? What is the solution ? Why the violence in schools across America ? President George Bush said on Monday, "Schools should be places of safety and sanctuary and learning. When that sanctuary is violated, the impact is felt in every American classroom and every American community." What about the violation of the "safety" and "sanctuary" of a mother's womb by abortion, and that impact, Mr. Bush ? Over 47 Million have been murdered by surgical abortion alone in America since 1973 ! (http://www.ldi.org/). At VA Tech's polytheistic ecumenical convocation Tuesday, President Bush said, "It's impossible to make sense of such violence and suffering." Wrong, Mr. Bush. If you will search the Scriptures you referred to in your remarks at VA Tech, perhaps you will see God's commandment of obedience to Him, for a nation to enjoy peace and security (e.g., Lev. 26:5,6).
ABORTION, which is violence against children while in the wombs of their mothers, is the root cause of the violence that we see coming out of this generation of youth. The Bible says, “Bloodshed toucheth bloodshed" (Hosea 4:2), or bloodshed follows bloodshed. Innocent bloodshed in the womb is being followed by innocent bloodshed around our nation. The 33 killed Monday at VA Tech is 1/100th of the estimated 3300 murdered daily by surgical abortion alone on American soil in America's approx. 740 child-murder-by-abortion domestic terror centers (www.ldi.org).
There are spiritual principles of corporate bloodguilt and blood recompensation revealed in the Bible which apply when innocent blood is shed upon a land, as in the case today of government-protected child-murder-in-the-womb.We adults should not be surprised that a generation of youth is resorting to violent murder to resolve their problems with others, even when it ends in the taking of their own lives. The Bible says that God is not mocked, that we reap what we sow (Galatians 6:7). For the last 34-plus years, we have sown violence into the next generation by murdering children in the womb. God spoke through His servant the prophet Hosea over 2700 years ago, to the people of Israel:
"My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge,
I will also reject thee,... seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget
thy children." Hosea 4:6, KJB
It is time for the adults of America to repent. We have sinned grievously and wickedly against the next generation. We have killed one-third of the post-Roe generation by surgical abortion alone, and probably two to three times that number chemically with abortifacient birth control, e.g., birth control pills, Depo-Provera, Norplant, IUD, etc. We have taught the next generation that it is OK to fornicate, and if necessary, it is OK to "choose" to kill those pre-birth human beings in the womb who are unwanted. Now (e.g., Columbine, VA Tech) we are reaping the bad fruit of what we have sown. We have sown VIOLENCE in the womb (abortion), and now we are reaping VIOLENCE in schools, on the streets, in homes, and around the nation. These shootings are a sign and a judgment from God Himself.
Virginia delegate George Mason said in the 1787 Constitutional Convention, "By an inevitable chain of causes and effects, Providence punishes nation sins by national calamities." Child-murder-by-abortion is a national sin. Columbine, 9-11, Katrina, and VA Tech have all been national calamities. More and greater divine judgment is coming upon America, even destruction, unless we repent of the national sin of abortion.
REPENT AMERICA !
Steve Lefemine, dir.
Columbia Christians for Life
Steve Lefemine, dir.
Columbia Christians for Life
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WHY KIDS ARE KILLING KIDS
Submitted by Chris Coatney
April 17, 2007
Gen. 6:11-13: The earth also was corrupt before God, and the earth was filled with violence. And God looked upon the earth, and, behold, it was corrupt; for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth. And God said unto Noah, The end of all flesh is come before me; for the earth is filled with violence through them; and, behold, I will destroy them with the earth.
WHY KIDS ARE KILLING KIDS
Submitted by Chris Coatney
April 17, 2007
Gen. 6:11-13: The earth also was corrupt before God, and the earth was filled with violence. And God looked upon the earth, and, behold, it was corrupt; for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth. And God said unto Noah, The end of all flesh is come before me; for the earth is filled with violence through them; and, behold, I will destroy them with the earth.
Matt: 24:37 But as the days of Noe [were], so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.
http://www.operationsaveamerica.org/press/press/010305KidsKillingKids.htm
Monday, March 5, 2001 / PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / ATTENTION ASSIGNMENT EDITOR
OPERATION SAVE AMERICA - WHY KIDS ARE KILLING KIDS IN HIGH SCHOOL
This morning another horrific shooting has taken place at one of our high schools. At Santana High School in Santee, California, there are two confirmed dead and thirteen wounded. The shooter is a fellow classmate at Santana High. Operation Save America Director, Rev. Flip Benham has made the following statement:
Blood is coursing down the corridors of a high school in Littleton, Colorado and the blood shed in those hallways is on our hands. We have no one to blame but ourselves. In high schools across this country (Edinboro, Pennsylvania; Pearl, Mississippi; West Peducah, Kentucky; Jonesboro, Arkansas; Eugene, Oregon), it has become increasingly obvious that government schools have become the very gates of hell. Violence of every sort is overwhelming our public schools in spite of the vehement protestations of school officials and the Department of Education. These people have refused to face reality for years.
Why has the public school become, apart from the local abortion mill, the most dangerous place for a young person to be? Why are our kids, who have been given everything money can buy, killing their friends in school? Why have our schools become veritable jungles where "survival of the fittest" has become a reality?
The answer is simple. Violence was done in the hearts of our children long before it murderously manifested itself in the hallways of our schools.
God was violently expelled from school by a Supreme Court decision in 1962 (Engle vs. Vitale). He was banished from the schoolyard and His Commandments removed from the school wall in two other Supreme Court decisions (Abbington vs. Schemp, 1963 and Stone vs. Graham 1977). He has been replaced with police guards, metal detectors, drugs, condoms, gangs, assault, rape, murder and violence of unprecedented order.
We have violently robbed our children of purpose and destiny by allowing God to be removed from their education. Gen. 6:11-13 tells us that violence filled the earth because the people God created chose to remove Him from their minds and hearts. When God is removed, violence always fills the void.
We fathers have violently removed God from our children by abdicating our responsibility to live Godly lives before them. Mothers have violently removed God from our children by denying them divine maternal love and dropping them off at day care centers. We have all done violence to our children by allowing the smallest and weakest to be slaughtered at abortion mills. Government schools have done violence to our children by removing the knowledge of God from them.
"Do not be deceived America! God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows." That's what the Bible says! We in America have sown violence into the hearts of our kids, and we are reaping a whirlwind of violence in our schools. We have removed every vestige of the knowledge of God from our children and should not be surprised at the manifestations of senseless brutality and violence that replaced Him.
We are today raising a nation of predators! We have kids who don't give a rip about God, their neighbor, or themselves. They will rob, kill and destroy simply to get what they want when they want it. We are raising kids without a conscience who kill at a whim. Then we look at each other with awkward amazement and wonder what in the world happened. We have purposely removed God from the hearts and minds of our children and are suffering the horrible consequences of our foolish arrogance.
To restore peace in the classroom, we must first corporately and publicly repent of our sin – the removal of God from the lives of our kids. We must acknowledge the fact that we are not smarter than He is, and invite Him back - Ten Commandments and all! We must bring God back to school! He promises to return if we will humble ourselves and pray (2 Chronicles 7:14).
What will it be, America? Another godless million-dollar program sponsored by the Department of Education that will never touch the cancer of violence destroying our kids? Or, will we have the courage to call on the Great Physician Himself, and ask Him to perform the surgery that will completely remove the cancer forever!
For more information contact Operation Save America at: 972-494-5316
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Could Greater Gun Rights Have Limited Virginia Shooting?
By Nathan Burchfiel
Could Greater Gun Rights Have Limited Virginia Shooting?
By Nathan Burchfiel
CNSNews.com Staff WriterApril 18, 2007(CNSNews.com) - As students and faculty at Virginia Tech continue to grapple with the aftermath of the worst mass shooting in U.S. history, some are wondering whether broader gun rights could have helped protect the campus.
Cho Seung-hui, a 23-year-old Virginia Tech student, killed 32 people and himself in a shooting spree Monday on the Blacksburg, Va., campus. Cho used two legally purchased handguns to carry out the attack, according to authorities.In spite of Virginia's simple process for obtaining a permit to carry a concealed firearm and the commonwealth's tolerance for open-carry of firearms, Virginia Tech forbids "unauthorized possession, storage or control of firearms and weapons on university property."
The policy was criticized in the wake of an earlier shooting incident on the campus -- on Aug. 21, 2006, the first day of class. William Morva, an inmate who had escaped from a local hospital, made his way to the campus, where he killed a sheriff's deputy before being apprehended.
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AGAIN ! - Pro-abort, CFR-member, Republican presidential candidate Senator John McCain (R-AZ) voted AGAIN ! for federally-funded embryo destruction - destroying early human life with taxpayer dollars
By Steve Lefemine
April 16, 2007
AGAIN ! - Pro-abort, CFR-member, Republican presidential candidate Senator John McCain (R-AZ) voted AGAIN ! for federally-funded embryo destruction - destroying early human life with taxpayer dollars
By Steve Lefemine
April 16, 2007
U.S. Senator John McCain, Republican candidate for U.S. President in 2008, who has previously already voted for federal funding of embryonic stem-cell destruction in July 2006 (see link below); and who also already supports "exceptions" to a ban on surgical abortion; has voted AGAIN ! on April 11, 2007 to use federal funds (our taxpayer money) to pay for the destruction of, and experimentation on, human embryos (S.5).
See Senate bill S.5 at http://thomas.loc.gov/ for details on the bill and the roll call vote in the U.S. Senate, where S.5 passed by a vote of 63 Yeas (including 17 Republicans) to 34 Nays and 3 Not Voting.
U.S. Senate Roll Call Votes 110th Congress - 1st SessionVote Summary
Question: On Passage of the Bill (S. 5 )Vote Number: 127
Vote Date: April 11, 2007, 05:53 PM
Required For Majority: 3/5
Vote Result: Bill Passed
Measure Number: S. 5 (Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007 )
Measure Title: A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for human embryonic stem cell research.
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Montana Joins Idaho in Asking Congress to Block the North American Union by Withdrawing the U.S. from the Security and Prosperity Partnership
Montana Joins Idaho in Asking Congress to Block the North American Union by Withdrawing the U.S. from the Security and Prosperity Partnership
Today the Montana Senate passed, by a vote of 32 to 18, H.J.R. 25, a resolution urging "the President and the Congress of the United States to withdraw the United States from any further participation in the Security and Prosperity Partnership, any efforts to implement a trinational political, governmental entity among the United States, Canada, and Mexico, or any other efforts used to accomplish any form of a North American Union." The resolution also urged "the President and the Congress of the United States not to engage in the construction of a North American Free Trade Agreement Superhighway System."
Since the Montana House had already adopted H.J.R. 25 by a vote of 94 to 5, today's Senate vote means that Montana is the second state to pass an anti-NAU resolution in both houses. On March 22 Idaho was the first state to do this. Earlier this year the Utah House had also passed an anti-NAU resolution.
Congratulations to the members of The John Birch Society in Montana for making passage of the anti-NAU resolution possible.
At least 14 other states have already introduced resolutions against the North American Union/Security and Prosperity Partnership. Click here for more information about the campaign to block the North American Union, including a copy of a model NAU resolution for state legislatures.
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Why You Should Own a Gun
Written by Alan Caruba
Tuesday, 17 April 2007
The murders on the Virginia Tech campus, the worst such rampage in our history, might have been mitigated if just one member of the faculty or a student had the means to return fire.
I have owned guns for decades. On rare occasions, I have had to "show" one of my guns to people with bad intentions. Not surprisingly, they changed their plans to take my money and do me some harm. The Virginia Tech murders confirm the value of empowering ordinary citizens to carry a concealed weapon.
On March 9 I learned of a ruling in the case of Parker v. District of Columbia in which Senior Judge Lawrence H. Silberman wrote an opinion, with Judge Thomas B. Griffith concurring, that restored the Second Amendment to the citizens of the District and, by extension, to every citizen of these United States. Not since 1976, had residents of the District had the right to defend themselves with force of arms.
Judge Silberman wrote, "In sum, the phrase 'the right of the people', when read intratextually and in light of Supreme Court precedent, leads us to conclude that the right in question is individual."
As Alan Gottlieb, founder of the Second Amendment Foundation, noted succinctly, "The right of self-preservation was understood as the right to defend oneself against attacks by lawless individuals, or, if absolutely necessary, to resist and throw off a tyrannical government."
Christians Reviving America's Values (CRAVE) Who We Are
Written by Don Swarthout
Monday, 16 April 2007
WASHINGTON, April 16 /Christian Newswire/ -- Christians Reviving America's ValuEs is a national organization also known by the name CRAVE, because we CRAVE revival in our churches and the restoration of Godly principles in America.
Every year we write more than 1,000,000 letters to Christians in America. We want to educate them about the War on Christianity. We tell them about the role played by Christianity, The Ten Commandments and morality of our Founding Fathers in establishing our great nation. We remind people that honesty, integrity, moral character and our national freedoms are still important in America today.
The President of CRAVE, Don Swarthout, attended the United States Supreme Court hearings on the public display of the Ten Commandments. CRAVE is also involved in Exposing the ACLU and requested a Congressional Investigation into their activities. We are also very concerned about the lack of truthfulness of American prosecutors in the trials like the Duke Rape Case and the trials of Border Patrol Agents Jose Compean and Ignacio Ramos.
Too many Christians today don't think we should be involved in politics, but we should involve our Christianity in absolutely everything in our lives.
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month.
Written by Robert Littlejohn
Monday, 16 April 2007
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month. We all have read stories about all kinds of child abuse that would make the very hairs on our head curl. We abhor all forms of extreme punishment and deviant behavior toward children of all races. We even keep our children away from those who are convicted sex offenders. These actions are right, and we should not shy away from them in the name of "protecting our children." Even those who are child sex offenders will themselves say that they will commit such acts again if they are not castrated.
Yes, there is true child abuse, and we should not excuse it; but there is another story that gets lost in the shuffle - A STORY THAT THE CHILD PROTECTION AGENCIES OF THIS COUNTRY DO NOT WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT! It is so important for you to know this that it may change your mind about how we go about identifying who is a true child abuser and who is not! It will make the difference between keeping families together and splitting them apart - FOREVER! I AM SPEAKING ABOUT FALSE ACCUSATIONS OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT! It is documented by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that 75% of the cases reported to the Child Protection Agency ARE FALSE. That means that approximately 3/4ths of the cases are falsely reported. There are reasons for this, and it stems from the Child Protection Agency receiving $100,000 in federal funds for each new child brought into the system. In an effort to keep the money flowing in each year, they must show to the U.S. Government that they are following up on ongoing cases - NO CASES, NO MONEY! IF THE CASE IS DETERMINED TO BE UNFOUNDED, THE CASE IS ENDED - AND SO IS THE FEDERAL MONEY!
Why are these children dying?
Written by Suncana Sesic
Saturday, 14 April 2007
They are the stories no one wants to hear -- children, abused and neglected, some to the point of death. Many of them must leave their families to go into shelters or foster care. Often these children leave their homes with only a garbage bag to hold their clothes and favorite toys, the most are routinely tossed from one temporary placement to another, often ten or twenty times during their most formative, vulnerable years. This is the continuing saga of crimes against Foster children. Children are dying, inside and out...
This page is in memory of children who died of neglect or abuse while under the care of the social service agencies!
Many died suspiciously or from neglect. Most of their lives and deaths went unnoticed, until now. But you likely never heard of them. The deaths of these children -- and what government agencies did or didn't do to save their lives -- Even when they die, their stories are rarely told. Those Children Were Failed by the System !
Please, don't wait for new name on this page.
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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Friday, April 06, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 8
Volume 3, Issue 8 - April 6, 2007
It Can’t Happen Here?
By Rusty Lee Thomas
I’m sure the title of this message has been a phrase that has been uttered in many nations throughout mankind’s bloody history. I’m sure the Czar of Russia, the King of France, and the nation of Germany all were convinced that the Communist revolt, the French Revolution, and the Nazi holocaust would never happen, especially, under their watch. Their one common denominator, however, is they were all dreadfully mistaken. The unspeakable did happen and when it did, unprecedented bloodshed and injustice ran rampant.
As one looks at history, how can we account for a nation like Germany? They reached the heights of the Reformation and then descended into becoming the land of the holocaust? How did this civilized, sophisticated nation become reduced to brutal barbarism? What created the climate that allowed a demonic, madmen like Hitler convince the German people to cooperate with his “Final Solution?”
I believe we live in a time in America when we need to pull our collective heads out of the sand and answer these historical questions before we are condemned to repeat the same folly. For years, Hitler indoctrinated Germany and cultivated the culture to follow his vision from Hades. He captured the civil government, attacked the Bible, silenced the Church, captured the youth with Nazi propaganda, and dehumanized the Jewish people. Thus his dream of the “thousand year reign” of the Third Reich turned into a nightmare that catapulted the entire world into a bloody war.
Whether we want to face reality or not, America is in the process of following this same primrose path today. For decades, there has been a systematic assault against America’s godly heritage, the Christian faith, and the Biblical principles that has produced the freest, most blessed, and prosperous nation on the face of the earth.
Since the turbulent 1960s, the Supreme Court has used their considerable power to perpetrate a social experiment on America. They have repeatedly rendered one disastrous decision after another. Their judicial activism has paved the way to remove the knowledge of God from the public life of our nation. As a result, the Bible is attacked, the Church is threatened to keep silent in public affairs, American youth have been indoctrinated with humanistic propaganda, preborn children have been dehumanized in the womb, and the vilification of Christianity increases with each passing day. Sound familiar?
Consider this:
Today, there are more books from American authors warning our nation against the dangers of Christianity, than there are warnings against radical Islam.
General Pace mentions “Homosexuality is immoral” and the “powers that be” bear tooth and claw to suppress his free speech. Clearly, this censorship sends a distinct message that the Christian worldview will not be tolerated in public discourse. Thus it appears that if you desire an influential job, a greater position, or hope for advancement in America, you must sell your soul to the devil, deny the Christian faith, and dare not introduce moral absolutes that may offend America’s immoral sensibilities.
World Net Daily posts article after article demonstrating how evil is being codified into law and our culture is unraveling before our very eyes. One headline reads, “District gags 14-year-olds after 'gay' indoctrination 'Confidentiality' promise requires students 'not to tell their parents.'” In essence, the Deerfield High School coached the children to lie to their parents in order to avoid parents being upset by the school’s homosexual indoctrination.
In another article, WND reported, “In Massachusetts after a school repeatedly advocated for the homosexual lifestyle to students in elementary grades, several parents sued, only to have the federal judge order the ‘gay’ agenda taught to the Christians. The conclusion from U.S. District Judge Mark L. Wolf found that it is reasonable; indeed there is an obligation, for public schools to teach young children to accept and endorse homosexuality. Wolf essentially adopted the reasoning in a brief submitted by a number of homosexual-advocacy groups, who said 'the rights of religious freedom and parental control over the upbringing of children … would undermine teaching and learning…'"
You read this right. According to the inmate running the asylum (Judge Wolf, which is an appropriate name), homosexuals know better than parents what to teach and what is best for the learning of our young. In particular, Christians must submit their children to this indoctrination with no opportunity to opt out. Dare anyone say tyranny?
Another case in point is the Southern Poverty Law Center, headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama. Their stated goal is to monitor hate groups and extremist activity in the United States. In times past, they have been champions against racial discrimination. In recent days, however, there focus has dramatically changed. No longer do they seek to just prosecute the KKK. No! Their new enemy to prosecute is fundamental Christians. They send out reports to our civil government listing Christians who are actively engaged in our culture and label them as the new “hate groups” that promote “extremist activities.”
Just the other day, a New Jersey School held a mock drill and staged a “hostage situation.” Care to guess who the enemy was? Care to know the fanatical terrorists that attacked their school? If you guessed Muslims, you would not only be politically incorrect, you would be factually incorrect as well. No! The psychos were portrayed as, you guessed it, Christians.
The TV sitcoms and Hollywood movies continually spew out their vitriol hatred against God and the Christian faith. When confronted, they claim artistic freedom. Why doesn’t their artistic freedom extend to other religions and philosophical groups? What makes the Christian faith, the only acceptable faith that can be publicly maligned, mocked, and censored in the land where tolerance is the new idol before which America bows?
Our culture, government, schools, and media are being dominated by the faiths of humanism, evolution, and hedonism. They are following the same pernicious path that has diminished the glory of every nation that has been dominated by these idols fit for destruction. They instinctively know they cannot allow the Christian worldview to see the light of day in America again, lest their house of pagan cards collapse about them. This is what drives them to promote their godless worldviews at the expense of the Christian worldview. They have a huge problem, however. If they remain consistent with their godless worldviews, they will consume themselves, and every American will be forced to sludge through the fall out of their refuse.
Church in America, we must not remain silent anymore. It is time to break out of the Christian ghetto America has created. The religious apartheid must end. I don’t care if you lose your job, are passed over by a promotion, or go to jail. We must reclaim our prophetic voice and engage our culture, government, schools, and media with the claims of Christ and the truth of His Word. This is the faith and worldview that founded our great nation and it’s the only faith and worldview that can sustain our great nation. All else is sinking sand and broken cisterns that can’t hold water.
If we fail in this hour when the enemies of the cross are emboldened to the degree they are in our nation’s history, we will have no one to blame, except for ourselves, when they come for our children and our grandchildren. It can’t happen here? Tell that to Russia, France, and Germany. I’m sure they will understand your deception.
IN KING JESUS’ SERVICE,
Rev. Rusty Lee Thomas
Elijah Ministries
P.O. Box 3126
Waco, TX 76707
Email: elijahmin@ifriendly.com
Website: www.elijahmin.com
Posted on March 26, 2007
CA Farmer 257:3 (Sept. 4, 1982), p. 25.
When we are told in Deuteronomy 1:17 that in courts of law “the judgment is God’s,” it means the judge administers God’s law faithfully. Similarly, we are told that just weights and balances are the Lord’s (Prov. 16:11).
All courts of law therefore are to administer God’s justice, not man’s. In the Bible, the words for “justice” and “righteousness” are identical. God’s salvation means for us Christ’s righteousness applied to us, to give us a new standing before God. In our relationships with our fellow men, we are to apply God’s righteousness, justice or law.
One of our problems today is that humanism enthrones man’s word above God’s Word, and man’s law above God’s law. Benjamin Franklin said, “Honesty is the best policy”; Friedrich Nietzsche later held that dishonesty is the best policy. Our Biblical requirement is that we be honest, whether or not it is the best policy for us. Our human situation or judgment cannot take priority over the Word of God.
We are very much in need of a return to God’s Word as the command word, the judgment word which must stand. Our humanistic judgments have damaged our courts badly, and they have messed up many human lives. I hear too many church people say, “I think,” instead of, “Thus saith the Lord,” when they are talking about matters where Scripture is plainspoken. We can edit, amend, revise, or vote down a legislative measure proposed in state chambers, but we have no such amending or veto powers with God’s Word. If His Word does not stand with us, we cannot stand before Him.
http://www.chalcedon.edu:80/articles/article.php?ArticleID=2710
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Onward Christian Soldiers
By Wayne Harris
With muddy boots and wounds from enemy attacks, onward Christian soldiers. The spirit of this age seeks to strike fear into the hearts of true believers in Jesus Christ. Fear not! If God is for you who can be against you?
We must speak and live the truth no matter what. Do not be dominated by political correctness. Raise the banner of Christ for all to see. Our correctness comes from heaven above. When you speak God’s Word you are correct.
As darkness closes in let your light, the Light of Jesus Christ, the light of revelation, shine. Take up your cross and follow Jesus. You must march through ridicule, humiliation and aggravation. Let the joy of the Lord be your strength.
Resist the temptation to fight in your own power. It is by His Spirit that we win the battles. It is the example of His only begotten Son Jesus that we follow. His truth counters that the lies of this age.
As Christian soldiers, we open our ears to our Commander’s commands. We go when our Lord says, “Go!” We wait when He says, “Wait!” Wearing the helmet of truth, we receive knowledge and wisdom to deal with those that seek to devour us. As they shoot fiery darts, we deflect them with the shield of faith. We wear the preparation of the gospel of peace on our feet. We walk swiftly into battle with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The breastplate of righteousness protects us as we march onward with the cross of Jesus going on before us. We raise the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, and tangle with all enemies. Our enemies are not flesh and blood. They are spiritual enemies. That is why we rely on the Holy Spirit of God to empower us. We receive power from on high after the Holy Spirit has come upon us.
Truth dictates our actions. We wear the belt of truth as we speak, live and spread the truth. The truth sets people free. The world is confused because liars have cropped up everywhere. Onward Christian soldiers, girded with the truth.
The spiritual war rages around the globe. The name of Jesus Christ is under assault within and outside of our nation. Many call us “infidels”. Men full of hate murder Christians for no reason other than our faith.
Do not despair, brothers and sisters. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is in charge. Jesus Christ is King of kings. He will gain the victory in all spiritual battles. The spirit of anti-Christ is doomed. Jesus will rescue His bride.
Take up your Ephesians armor and face the attacks with confidence in the Lord. He will provide. He will decide. He will abide.
Onward Christian soldiers, fall on your knees in prayer. The God who opened the Red Sea for His children can do it again. The God who raised His Son from the grave can do anything. He can forgive your sins. He can heal the sick. He can cast out demons. He can defeat enemy armies anywhere, anytime.
The God who destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah can destroy those that assault His sheep. His little church of Christian soldiers trudged on while the mightiest conquerors of Rome fell to defeat. Take a trip to Rome. Look at the pathetic ruins that remain. Travel to Babylon and try to find the once thriving city that did not listen to Jehovah God.
We serve a risen Savior. He is in the world today. A thousand may stand on one side of us. Ten thousand may stand on the other. They may be readying their weapons to destroy us. As God intervenes, they will not harm us. Abide in the shadow of the Almighty. Lift your hands up from inside the mighty fortress of God and expect the victory.
Enemy forces are readying themselves to march on Israel. Beware workers of iniquity, for Israel has a Defender. He is the One that defends Christians, too. He will step forward and put an end to the aggression.
The battle belongs to the Lord. Christians, let us cheer for our Deliverer!
Drop me a line at: weharris44@hotmail.com
Onward Christian Soldiers
By Wayne Harris
With muddy boots and wounds from enemy attacks, onward Christian soldiers. The spirit of this age seeks to strike fear into the hearts of true believers in Jesus Christ. Fear not! If God is for you who can be against you?
We must speak and live the truth no matter what. Do not be dominated by political correctness. Raise the banner of Christ for all to see. Our correctness comes from heaven above. When you speak God’s Word you are correct.
As darkness closes in let your light, the Light of Jesus Christ, the light of revelation, shine. Take up your cross and follow Jesus. You must march through ridicule, humiliation and aggravation. Let the joy of the Lord be your strength.
Resist the temptation to fight in your own power. It is by His Spirit that we win the battles. It is the example of His only begotten Son Jesus that we follow. His truth counters that the lies of this age.
As Christian soldiers, we open our ears to our Commander’s commands. We go when our Lord says, “Go!” We wait when He says, “Wait!” Wearing the helmet of truth, we receive knowledge and wisdom to deal with those that seek to devour us. As they shoot fiery darts, we deflect them with the shield of faith. We wear the preparation of the gospel of peace on our feet. We walk swiftly into battle with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The breastplate of righteousness protects us as we march onward with the cross of Jesus going on before us. We raise the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, and tangle with all enemies. Our enemies are not flesh and blood. They are spiritual enemies. That is why we rely on the Holy Spirit of God to empower us. We receive power from on high after the Holy Spirit has come upon us.
Truth dictates our actions. We wear the belt of truth as we speak, live and spread the truth. The truth sets people free. The world is confused because liars have cropped up everywhere. Onward Christian soldiers, girded with the truth.
The spiritual war rages around the globe. The name of Jesus Christ is under assault within and outside of our nation. Many call us “infidels”. Men full of hate murder Christians for no reason other than our faith.
Do not despair, brothers and sisters. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is in charge. Jesus Christ is King of kings. He will gain the victory in all spiritual battles. The spirit of anti-Christ is doomed. Jesus will rescue His bride.
Take up your Ephesians armor and face the attacks with confidence in the Lord. He will provide. He will decide. He will abide.
Onward Christian soldiers, fall on your knees in prayer. The God who opened the Red Sea for His children can do it again. The God who raised His Son from the grave can do anything. He can forgive your sins. He can heal the sick. He can cast out demons. He can defeat enemy armies anywhere, anytime.
The God who destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah can destroy those that assault His sheep. His little church of Christian soldiers trudged on while the mightiest conquerors of Rome fell to defeat. Take a trip to Rome. Look at the pathetic ruins that remain. Travel to Babylon and try to find the once thriving city that did not listen to Jehovah God.
We serve a risen Savior. He is in the world today. A thousand may stand on one side of us. Ten thousand may stand on the other. They may be readying their weapons to destroy us. As God intervenes, they will not harm us. Abide in the shadow of the Almighty. Lift your hands up from inside the mighty fortress of God and expect the victory.
Enemy forces are readying themselves to march on Israel. Beware workers of iniquity, for Israel has a Defender. He is the One that defends Christians, too. He will step forward and put an end to the aggression.
The battle belongs to the Lord. Christians, let us cheer for our Deliverer!
Drop me a line at: weharris44@hotmail.com
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The Difference Between Conservative and Christian Civil Rulers
By Buddy Hanson
At any moment we are either imaging Christ (Keeping His laws), or Satan (breaking Christ’s laws by living according to our rules). Approaching your legislative duties from an exclusively Christian perspective (imaging Christ) may seem an overwhelming task. And well it would be without the Creator God’s help. The thought of having the Creator God in your corner, watching over you and directing your every move through His reveled Word should more than offset any “peer pressure” to image Satan. The difference it makes in being a Christian is that we have God guiding us, and blessing our obedience!
The Difference Between Conservative and Christian Civil Rulers
By Buddy Hanson
At any moment we are either imaging Christ (Keeping His laws), or Satan (breaking Christ’s laws by living according to our rules). Approaching your legislative duties from an exclusively Christian perspective (imaging Christ) may seem an overwhelming task. And well it would be without the Creator God’s help. The thought of having the Creator God in your corner, watching over you and directing your every move through His reveled Word should more than offset any “peer pressure” to image Satan. The difference it makes in being a Christian is that we have God guiding us, and blessing our obedience!
* How can we expect to improve on God’s will by living according to our ideas?
* Since the Triune God has brought us out of darkness and into light, why are we more concerned about how people will respond to His truth, than we are about how He will respond to our compromising His truth? There is no biblical warrant for religious pluralism.
The ultimate question is “Under which ideas shall we live … true or false ones?” To compromise with the proponents of false ideas is to agree that society's problems are not inside us (a sinful heart), but are outside us (bad family or social environment, bad education). Such a position leads to dealing only with the symptoms of what ills society. The results are:
* more civil government programs
* higher taxes
* the continuation of culture’s problems
Your duty is to be Biblically correct, not politically correct.
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
2 Timothy 2.15
Your Calling: And be not conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Romans 12.2
Your Goal:Your Kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Matthew 6.10
That the sole object and only legitimate end of government is to protect the citizen in the enjoyment of life, liberty, and property, and when the government assumes other functions it is usurpation and oppression.
Alabama Constitution, Article 1, Section 35
Christian Policy Network &
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Buddy Hanson
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Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
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Source: April 2, 2007 TGIM - VOLUME 7 NUMBER 14
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Freedom for All Except...
By Michael Craven
One of our most treasured freedoms in this nation is codified in the First Amendment to the Constitution, which states “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.”
In particular is the right to public dissent and the freedom to express personal opinions that criticize specific ideas, positions, policies, and institutions. This freedom is essential to a free society in which ideas are allowed to compete for acceptance. Conversely this freedom also allows for the public condemnation of ideas that are believed to be false, and harmful to persons and society. This is essential to healthy debate within a pluralistic society where ideas, both good and bad, have the right to be expressed. It is this form of pluralism that then allows for such concepts as conversion. Opposing ideologies can freely compete for supremacy in the marketplace of ideas and observers can be converted to one position or the other based upon the merits of the given arguments, evidence and facts.
Practically, this means that even the most offensive ideas have the right to be expressed. This is necessary because there can be no attempt to preempt “offensive ideas” without first establishing an a priori standard that says some ideas are bad and of course this requires judgment of some kind from someone. This is precisely what the First Amendment is designed to limit – the right of “someone” in a position of governmental power to judge some speech acceptable and some not. Granted this is not an unlimited right; obscenity, slander, and libel are not protected under the First Amendment but the central aim of this amendment was to limit the government’s suppression of the broadest possible expression of ideas and opinions.
News Source: www.RepentAmerica.com
Editor's Note:
To learn more of the infringement upon our freedom to witness for Jesus Christ in the public square, please visit these websites:
Repent America: http://www.repentamerica.com/newsarticles.html
Faith2Action: http://www.stophatecrimesnow.com/
Thank you,
Angela Wittman, ed.
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Christian Quote of the Day - April 6, 2007
"Jesus Christ is the center of everything, and the object of everything,
and he that does not know him knows nothing of nature, and nothing of himself."
-Blaise Pascal
Copyright 1999-2007 Christian Quote of the Day. All rights reserved.
Christian Quote of the Day - April 6, 2007
"Jesus Christ is the center of everything, and the object of everything,
and he that does not know him knows nothing of nature, and nothing of himself."
-Blaise Pascal
Copyright 1999-2007 Christian Quote of the Day. All rights reserved.
http://www.christianquote.com
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(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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NOTE: Even though all effort is made to only publish and share solid Christian news, commentary and information, Christian Heritage News does not necessarily endorse all that you may read in the articles appearing above, or at the sites of the news providers to which you will be linked. Please use Biblical discernment. Thank you, ed.
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 7 ~ March 24, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 7 ~ March 24, 2007
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Do Justice...
Editor's Note: The following report was written by Steve Lefemine, lobbyist and pro-life missionary in Columbia, South Carolina who with Mr. Johnny Gardner has been faithfully lobbying SC legislators for the passage of the Right to Life Act of SC. One of the bill's opponents recently filed a complaint against both Mr. Gardner and Mr. Lefemine; please read this latest assualt on the First Amendment. -- Angela Wittman, editor
Columbia Christians for Life
P.O. Box 50358, Columbia, S.C. 29250 * (803) 765-0916 *
“… I will build My church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Matthew 16:18
March 23, 2007
To: Sgt Tom Hair
Sergeant-in-Charge, SC State House Security
Fr: Steve Lefemine dir.,
Columbia Christians for Life
Subject: Statement in response to complaint by Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter (D)
1. Pursuant to being notified by telephone of a complaint against me by Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter, I would like this statement to become part of the record, and to serve as my complaint against Rep. Cobb-Hunter, for using the influence of her office in an attempt to silence a citizen's voice, one whose position on the issue of murdering pre-birth children by abortion is the opposite of hers. This is an attempt by Rep. Cobb-Hunter to intimidate and suppress First Amendment free speech and the right to petition the Government for the redress of grievances, that grievance being the Government's perpetuation and protection of decriminalized child-murder-by-abortion.
2. On Thursday, March 22, 2007, the SC House was scheduled for a 10:00 AM session. I arrived in the First Floor Lobby shortly after 9:30 AM and stayed there until after 10:00 AM, standing with a sign near the ramp that comes up from the escalator and parking garage which legislators use to come into the State House. When I first arrived, there was a news conference being conducted in the center of the First Floor lobby in which Gov. Mark Sanford participated. A fair-sized crowd of onlookers, including media with cameras, was also present. The sign I held, facing it alternatively in the direction of the news conference and in the direction of the ramp, had a picture of an 8-week perfectly formed fetus, under which are the words: "ABORTION KILLS CHILDREN." I was also passing out flyers (attached), entitled: "S.C. Gov. Supports Pre-Abortion-Ultrasound Bill." I have stood in this position in years past, and have photographs from previous years' of this activity in the traditional free speech fora of both the First and Second Floor public lobbies in "the people's house." I have attached a picture of the fetus sign that is apparently so offensive to SC Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter.
3. As I spotted Rep. Cobb-Hunter approaching my position, I turned and faced the sign I was holding in that direction, continuing to remain where I had been standing. I greeted her by name as she came closer, and then reminded her that Micah 6:8 (a Scripture she had read or spoken from the podium of the SC House chamber on 3/21 during the Ultrasound bill (H.3355) debate, as she expressed her strong opinions against passage of the bill) said to Do Justice, as she walked by me, between my friend and co-laborer, Mr. Johnny Gardner, director of Voice of the Unborn. Mrs. Cobb-Hunter continued to walk by, and said something to me to the effect that, yes, it says Do Justice, as she walked toward the elevator. That was the extent of my contact with Mrs. Gilda Cobb-Hunter. If this matter is adjudicated, I wish to subpoena the ETV video of the 3/21 House floor debate on H.3355.
4. I later passed Mrs. Cobb-Hunter on the Second Floor while going about my business of trying to influence legislators to end the murder of children by abortion, and although we walked right by one another in close proximity, nothing was said by either one of us to the other. We normally in fact, do not converse.
5. Mrs. Cobb-Hunter is one of the most extremely pro-abortion legislators in the SC House, in fact, in the entire SC General Assembly. In the 2004 South Carolina Legislative Manual, Representative Cobb-Hunter listed her position as a member of the Board of Directors of Planned Parenthood of S.C. (copy provided on request)[ www.vote-smart.org/bio.php?can_id=BS021952 ], which has an abortion center located in Columbia which reportedly murdered over 28,700 pre-birth children by abortion from 1978-2005, according to SC DHEC statistics, and continues to murder children today in Middleburg Drive, in Middleburg Park, Columbia.
6. It is interesting that the day after Rep. Cobb-Hunter stood at the podium in the House chamber (3/21), repeatedly and boldly telling her colleagues, with an "in-your-face" manner, that she was going to speak her (pro-abortion) mind and position even if some of them did not want to hear it, that the very next day she would attempt to use her influence as a legislator to silence the voices and speech of two Christian pro-life citizens, Mr. Gardner and myself. This seems quite hypocritical.
7. It is my hope that Mrs. Cobb-Hunter will learn the same ability to listen, that she demands from others.
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Latest News from:
S.C. Bans Gay Marriage
Written by SEANNA ADCOX, The Associated Press
Saturday, 24 March 2007
[Originally published: Thursday, March 22, 2007]
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- South Carolina officially banned gay marriage Thursday as legislative leaders ratified a constitutional amendment approved by voters in November.
New Hampshire, meanwhile, moved in the opposite direction, with a state House panel endorsing the creation of civil unions for same-sex couples.
South Carolina was among eight states with gay marriage bans on the ballot last year. The measures passed everywhere except Arizona.
Nearly four out of five South Carolina voters approved the amendment, which reads, "A marriage between one man and one woman is the only lawful domestic union that shall be valid or recognized in this state."
The state already had a law against same-sex marriages, but proponents said the amendment was needed to prevent judges from opening the door to civil unions, which offer gay couples the legal benefits of marriage but not the title.
Only Massachusetts allows gay couples to marry. Vermont, Connecticut and New Jersey allow civil unions, and California has domestic partnerships that offer similar benefits.
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1.4% of Adults Homosexual?
Written by Dr. Paul Cameron, Chairman, Family Research Institute
Saturday, 24 March 2007
Editor's Note: With all the propaganda in the media about homosexuality being a "normal" activity of which one is genetically predisposed to, and those practicing should be given special rights and priviledges, this article may just give us a more realistic view of how many people actually are homosexual.
I think it is especially notable that many of those practicing homosexuality are younger, and one reason being that many of the older homosexuals may be dead as their life span is generally 20 years less than those who are not involved in this dangerous life style.
I realize some think it is loving to accept those who are killing themselves with disease through the increased health risks involved with homosexuality, but if we really love our neighbor as ourselves, we will warn them of the danger involved in their sin.
We most certainly will not lie to them by telling them that their same sex attraction and sexual actions are normal.
Please read more of this news report brought to our attention by Dr. Paul Cameron, Chairman, Family Research Institute.
Thank you, Angela Wittman, editor Christian Liberty Party.com
Last Updated ( Saturday, 24 March 2007 )
Elections 2008- Who Will Stand?
Written by James Niemela
Thursday, 22 March 2007
The 2008 elections are already being discussed, and many names are being bandied about. My question is, "Do we have a candidate running for President who will stand for God's principles in government and for the defense of the innocent preborn without exception?" Many of the candidates who are running claim to be prolife, but upon closer examination they are really pro-abortion with exceptions. No, that was not a mistake. I really did mean to say "pro-abortion with exceptions". The only truly prolife view is that which defends every innocent life from aggression, without exception. America desperately needs Godly men who understand The American View. Who will champion the Crown Rights of King Jesus over every area of life, and who will stand without apology and without exception for the innocent preborn and their right to be born.
Recently, I called into a national talk show, where the discussion was on the 2008 Presidential elections, and how some candidates who are running stand on the important moral issues of our time. I made the point that Christians can only vote for a 100% prolife candidate who allows no exceptions for abortion. The guest on the show disagreed with me, stating to the effect that we would never have a perfect candidate unless Jesus Christ ran for office. That the candidates we do have, even though they may not be perfect, are so much better than the opposition. You know, the same old worn-out "lesser of the evils" argument. I am so sick and tired of these well-known people on the "Conservative Right" who preach that we should "vote our values" and put our "faith to action."
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With Friends Like Albert Mohler, Who Needs Enemies?
Written by Pastor Ralph Ovadal
Thursday, 22 March 2007
"O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called: Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen." 1 Timothy 6:20-21
Recently, Rev. R. Albert Mohler, Jr., the president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, managed to enrage the citizens of New Sodom and, at the same time, give their corrupt agenda a good shot in the arm. Mohler made the sodomites a bit more mad -- I believe that would be the appropriate multipurpose word -- than they already are by suggesting his support for the development of prenatal sexual orientation screening and prenatal medical treatment to "reverse the sexual orientation" of babies found to be homosexual.
The offending remarks were made in a lengthy article written by the influential Mohler, titled "Is Your Baby Gay? What If You Could Know? What If You Could Do Something About It?" Albert Mohler's article did a great service for the sodomites' cause. I have no doubt that after their first, and typical, temper tantrum had ebbed, sodomites, along with their friends far and wide, realized just what a gift they had been handed. A quote in a recent AP story provides evidence of that very thing: "Dr. Jack Drescher, a New York City psychiatrist critical of those who consider homosexuality a disorder, commended Mohler's openness to the prospect that it is biologically based. 'This represents a major shift,' Drescher said. 'This is a man who actually has an open mind, who is struggling to reconcile his religious beliefs with facts that contradict it.'"
Last Updated ( Thursday, 22 March 2007 )
Michael New Update:
Written by Daniel & Suzanne New
Wednesday, 21 March 2007
Supreme Court to decide whether to hear Michael New's case soon!
(District of Columbia) - The US Government finally got it's brief filied with the Supreme Court after two extensions of time, on March 20. We have ten days, and with the long weekend, until 2 April to file our Reply, but it won"t take that long.
You may view the Government's Brief on our website at http://www.mikenew.com/ as the latest entry under Legal Documents. Our Reply will be posted as soon as it is available.
We'll try to have a commemntary upon the government's case up on-line soon.
If four Justices vote "YES", then our case will be scheduled for Oral Auguments. If fewer than four, then our legal fight for the sovereignty of our military and our nation may be at an end.
Thank you all for your prayers and your support in all ways, many of you for a over a decade. We now have a new generation to educate.
Daniel & Suzanne New
Former SPC Michael New
Michael New Action Fund
National Action Forum
UNWatch http://www.unwatch.com
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 March 2007 )
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LAUGH or CRY...
Written by Gene Malone
Wednesday, 21 March 2007
I sent a free copy of one of my regular E-Thought pieces concerning my views on the fall of the Republic, pertinent quotes of eternal interest, and sometimes a bit of personal, timeless philosophy and often use a wee bit of humor and careful satire.
Well, I received a reply from "my" first district Bushie, US Rep.Paul Ryan trying to be helpful on one personal point while ignoring the horrific domestic, global crisis upon us.
As a minor, but important personal note I shared with E-friends and patriots was that of a longtime-left neighbor that dislikes my dog because of my political views. So, my beautiful, aging Siberian Husky, Freedom, who rarely barks is being falsely accused by our Village Control Freak from her upper window that allow her to survey the community when she awakes at12 noon, bless her.
So, with that explanation, "my" US Rep. Paul Ryan or an anonymous aide who has no priority list regarding the dangers to the Republic without borders and a haven for terrorists and domestic Anti-Americans.
So, here is the opening part of this rare response to any request:
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 March 2007 )
"Inconvenient Truth"
Written by Gene Malone
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
In my retirement from a place called a government school in 1990 as a traditional American History and English teacher-8th grade, I only miss one thing: the left surroundings and literature in my teacher mail box that kept me aware of the left-ways by the teacher union and its willing Dem/left members. In a school of nearly 70 teachers perhaps 2 were ed worthy and were the type you had as dedicated Americans in your own schooling if you were lucky. Now, to find out what out tax-money is doing wrong, I have to find out from the liberal press or parents of today who voice legitimate concerns.
So, today a Kenosha parent called a local radio show and said that her daughter at a middle school(grades 6-8) dumbed down from the Jr. High school (7-9) to adjust the data funding with less learned students-and said the student had to see/hear some 2 hours of the Al Gore movie on global warming with the others. Then, when they were finished they had group discussion on this "problem", then as homework were to write a letter of concern to their U.S. senator. If they had a differing view , they were required to write their thoughts to the TEACHER (?) instead. Why? The young student said all the pupils in the government school obeyed as they didn't know there was another side. (these are 11-13 year olds). The mother was rightfully upset when she heard of this manipulation, casually, from her own daughter who was typing a letter of concern about global warming to one of our two Dem/awful US Senators (Kohl, Feingold). She wrote a letter to the principal and Superintendent, re-taught her daughter-and is waiting.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 March 2007 )
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Dr. Albert Mohler, A 'Gay' Gene and The 'Cure' for Homosexuality
Written by Stephen Bennett
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
HUNTINGTON, Conn., Mar. 19 /Christian Newswire/ -- On Friday, Dr. Albert Mohler, Jr., President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a man I highly respect, made some very controversial statements in a brilliant article on his blog regarding homosexuality.
Dr. Mohler pointed to research showing that some sheep were homosexual – whether in captivity or in the wild – due to their animalistic behaviors.
Dr. Mohler also suggested that researchers are now using those sheep to find if there is a "gay" gene, and if so, a possible "cure."
He then referred to an article to take science fiction even further, suggesting that if a "gay" gene is found in the animals, Christians better be prepared if one is also discovered in human beings.
Naturally, millions of Bible believing Christians across the country were enraged, yet he even went several steps further.
He discussed the question (not verbatim), "If you knew your baby had the 'gay' gene and you could correct it by eradicating the gene in the womb by a patch or some treatment, would you?"
Homosexual activists cried, "Another holocaust!" fearing now their so-called "race" of people (in their eyes) could possibly be wiped out in the future.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 March 2007 )
The Perversion of The Workplace
Written by By Colonel Myrl Allinder
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
Myrl Allinder is married to the former Martha E. Smith of Augusta, GA since 1956. They rejoice in 4 children, and in 5 grandchildren. Myrl retired as a Colonel of Marines in 1986 after 29 years, 375 combat missions, and command of 3 squadrons. He served on the staff of the Secretary of Defense for 3 years, and as a Strategic Planner for the Department of the Navy at the Naval War College, Newport, RI for 4 years. His final job was Chief of Plans, Joint Deployment Agency, Joint Chiefs of Staff, developing Logistics War Plans for all Theaters, including the Middle East.
Upon retirement he served as a missionary in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America from 1987-2000. Today he volunteers in the Pinellas County Jail (4,000 prisoners, 1000 arrests per week), in the Suncoast Haven of Rest rescue mission (7,000 homeless); and as a Gideon distributes thousands of Bibles each year to students and foreigners in the Tampa Bay area. He is an usher at Bayside Church of God in Safety Harbor, FL, serving on the Missions Committee.
“Homosexual acts are immoral [like adultery] ....we should not condone immoral acts."—Gen. Peter Pace USMC, Chairman JCS
"He who changes the definition of a word perverts the people." 500 B.C. Greek philosopher
"It depends on what your definition of "is" is." President William Clinton
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Child Protection's Abuse Registry is Unconstitutional and An Abuse of Power Nationwide
Written by Thomas M. Dutkiewicz
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
Hartford, CT - It's undeniable that the Central Registry here in Connecticut as well as all 50 states are unconstitutional and an abuse of power. Most people including the legislators don't know there is absolutely no due process for parents (who are Americans) when your name is put on the Central Registry.
How you get on that list is by a bunch of unlicensed social workers who lack the authority to determine one's guilt decide this without any trial, without the presents of the parent or their attorney and the parent is unable to present evidence or confront the accuser's testimony under the 6th and 14th Amendment. Substantiating neglect or abuse by DCF has nothing to do with proof of abuse and neglect nor is being put on any Registry proof of one guilt.
Just imagine if the police had such a list where you never went to court but they maintained a Registry of alleged criminals and you lost your job based only on allegations. DCF openly admits on their site that those on the Central Registry are only to ALLEGED to be neglectful not that they are neglectful.
Over 90% of the individuals on the Central Registry have never been proven guilty by any jury or judge prior to being placed on there. Imagine that you were placed on the sex offender list without a trial or the ability to present evidence in a court of law. The Central Registry is the unconstitutional version of the Sex Offender List because there is no trial, no due process and no rules of evidence. You are place there by incompetent DCF workers who have no concept on relevant evidence or how to conduct a proper investigation. At least you have the ability to present a case and defend yourself prior to be placing on the Sex Offender List.
When is the legislators going to wake up to see that innocent parents are being put on an unconstitutional Central Registry. This is very harmful and abusive to children and to the entire family. Parents loose good paying jobs like teaching, day care, the medical field in order to buy food and pay bills by the opinion of an unlicensed social worker and must now take a very low paying job due to this unconstitutional process.
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 20 March 2007 )
“Penumbras Formed by Emanations”
Written by Buddy Hanson
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
This week will be full of opportunities: Opportunities to apply biblical principles to your decisions, or to make excuses for why you trust more in man’s wisdom, rather than in God’s. Christians are the only people on the face of the earth who know the truth. (God’s Word is truth. Psalm 119.160; John 17.17). To not base our decisions upon biblical principles is to dishonor and blaspheme our Lord, Savior and King, Jesus Christ.*
Should our state and federal constitutions be interpreted strictly according to what they say? That this question represents a major controversy in our culture only attests to how many judges who profess to be Christians need some serious work on their worldview. There is no biblical reason for them to answer “No” to this question, because Christians believe in absolute truth and therefore the absolute meaning of words. After all, our Lord, Savior and King, Jesus Christ is “the Word.” John 1.1
Some judges recognize this and resort to word games like the former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, who proclaimed “prenumbras formed by emanations” justified his decision to overlook some specific guarantees of the Bill of Rights. A penumbra is a partial shadow between regions of complete darkness and complete illumination, as in an eclipse, and whatever “illumination” Justice Douglas received was very clearly not from God.
Other justices, not liking the clear intentions of the absolute principles contained in our Constitution, suggest turning to the laws of other countries. When they come to a particular case with their decision in mind, and can’t find specific words, or even, “prenumbras formed by emanations” they search the laws of other countries until they find one then cite that as justification for their ruling! Instead of viewing words as clear means of communicating our intents, they distort and abuse them in order to change culture according to their self-centered agenda. In other words, they view themselves as gods!
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 20 March 2007 )
Survivors of the Abortion Holocaust to Hold 10th Annual Pro-Life Boot Camp
Written by Christian Newswire
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
LOS ANGELES, Mar. 20 /Christian Newswire/ -- Survivors of the Abortion Holocaust, a pro-life youth organization, will hold the 10th annual ProLife Training Camp in Los Angeles, California from June 27 to July 8.
Over 50 young people, ages 14 and up, from across the nation will travel to Southern California to participate in what many have dubbed "pro-life boot camp."
Featured in the Los Angeles Times, Jane and Teen People, the high energy 12-day camp offers an opportunity for high school and college-age youth who want to be trained in effective pro-life activism.
"I have always felt that abortion is wrong," says Angelique Guarneri, age 15, who will be attending the camp again this year. "But until I went to camp last year, I didn't feel like I could articulate why."
She continues, "Survivors has helped me to see that my age is not an obstacle to my voice being heard on critical issues such as abortion. Instead, I feel that my age is an asset. Who better to speak about abortion than someone who had a 1 in 3 chance of being a victim themselves?"
The first few days of camp equip Survivors with the foundational tools they will need for effective activism. Students complete basic and advanced training from nationally recognized pro-life advocates through seminars and skill-building exercises.
The topics covered include: the basic science of when life begins, pro-life apologetics, how to counsel women in unplanned pregnancies, using the media to get out the pro-life message, planning and executing a successful event, and knowing the legal rights in the public square.
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 20 March 2007 )
Day of Silence
Written by Pastor Ralph Ovadal
Tuesday, 20 March 2007
Dear Friends,
This year, the sodomite propagandists are holding their "Day of Silence" on Wednesday, April 18. The Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN) organizes the event. They have set up a special web site for the Day of Silence which is found at http://www.dayofsilence.org/. For the past couple of years, GLSEN has not announced the names of the schools where Day of Silence activities are taking place. I suppose that has something to do with the witness we have organized at so many of those schools in the past years. There is a good chance that school names will be published at the last minute, so to speak, on the DOS web site. I can't think of a better day to be a witness for the Word of God against the lies of New Sodom than on the Day of Silence. If you would like to do just that, I suggest you pick out a likely school near you and plan on going to it on April 18. Then, if GLSEN publishes a list at the last minute and that school is not on it, we can always notify you of another nearby school which is on the list. Of course, you could also just go to your first choice either way. Certainly, it is a win-win situation.
If you will need literature from us, just put in your order as soon as possible. Normally, our literature on homosexuality is free to those who minister in Wisconsin and provided at cost for everyone else. For the Day of Silence, we will provide free literature to all no matter where they live in the good old USA. Just tell us soon how much you need.
Pastor Ralph Ovadal
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(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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NOTE: Even though all effort is made to only publish and share solid Christian news, commentary and information, Christian Heritage News does not necessarily endorse all that you may read in the articles appearing above, or at the sites of the news providers to which you will be linked. Please use Biblical discernment. Thank you, ed.
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 6 ~ February 24, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 6 ~ February 24, 2007~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Explicitly Christian Politics in Illinois:
An interview with Dan Sheridan of Cross and Throne Ministries
AW (Angela Wittman, ed.): Dear Dan, please tell us a little about your family and background.
An interview with Dan Sheridan of Cross and Throne Ministries
AW (Angela Wittman, ed.): Dear Dan, please tell us a little about your family and background.
DS (Daniel Sheridan): I was born in Chicago Illinois on My 4th 1970. I was raised in an Irish Catholic family. I came to Christ on June 21, 1981 through the ministry of a friend. I spent the next 9 years with a lot of zeal for the Lord, but with very little knowledge.
I met my wife Rebecca when I was 18, we were married in 1990. After the birth of our first son, Timothy Daniel, I developed a hunger to study the Holy Scriptures since I was getting nothing from local churches. I became a carnivorous reader of the Bible, and many books on Biblical subjects. My wife and I have three children: Timothy, Caleb and Anna. My wife is a gem and my children are my joy.
I was a Pastor for 6 years.
AW: Please tell us about the ministry “Cross and Throne.”
DS: Cross and Throne is a Bible Teaching ministry. We are currently broadcasting on WYLL AM1160 in Northeastern Illinois. This runs Monday-Friday from 9 – 9:30 PM. The purpose is to teach through the Scriptures verse-by-verse and encourage Christians to read the Bible cover to cover on their own at least once a year. I record these broadcasts at my home and my son Timothy is my engineer.
This ministry started out by meeting in my home. We hold Bible studies in homes, and are currently working on a Conference called “The Christian History of the United States: From the Reformation to the Revolution.”
I also hold meetings teaching History, Government and the lives of various men from American History (Patrick Henry, George Washington and Stonewall Jackson) from a Biblical Worldview.
I also speak at various conferences and churches by invitation.
AW: How do you reconcile personal piety and involvement in politics?
DS: As for the phrase “personal piety,” I do not understand the term. What we are must come out in our sphere of life. Politics is simply the expression of your faith in society. I do not believe that Jesus Christ is merely a personal Savior, but He is Lord of all.
AW: Do you believe in explicitly Christian politics?
DS: For me, there is no other kind. I can never divorce Holy Scripture from politics because Jesus Christ is my Lord and has total authority over every sphere of life I occupy. Whatever sphere of life I choose to be autonomous from God, judgment must necessarily be the result. There is no such thing as secular and sacred, Jesus Christ owns it all, and all must be subdued to Him.
AW: Do you believe our laws in America should conform to God’s Law?
DS: Yes
AW: Do you believe there are biblical qualifications for Christians to follow when voting for and electing leaders?
DS: Yes. We must search for the men who possess the qualities that come from God: Wisdom and Virtue. The Wisdom to discern the good and the Virtue pursue the good.
AW: For those looking for an alternative to the two major party system, what do you recommend?
DS: First they go to their knees and pray for the Country as it is. Then seek to associate with men who have a sincere desire to restore America’s Christian Heritage. Most parties have embraced “conservatism.” But that has come to mean baptized humanism today. So, we must look for a party that begins with the premise that God governs in the affairs of men, and that His Son Jesus Christ is the ruler of the nations. Most importantly, and I can’t stress this point enough: WE MUST SEEK TO PRESENT THE TRUTH IN A SPIRIT THAT WILL NOT BRING SLANDER AGAINST THE TRUTH. Patience is the key.
I, personally, have chosen to join the American Heritage Party. It is the only party I know that understands the real problem. Most parties are trying to chop down an apple tree by cutting off the apples. The AHP recognizes that the tree needs to be pulled up by the roots. The AHP recognizes that in order to change our country, we need to start with the individual, and with families. Just changing a few laws will not work. There can be no self government, without constitutionalism, but there can be neither without a people who have faith in the living God.
AW: Please tell us about the event featuring Daniel Eby, the National Chairman of the American Heritage Party that you have planned for March 5th and how our readers can get more information.
DS: Cross and Throne Ministries is hosting this event. I have developed a personal friendship with Mr. Eby and have spent most of our time bragging about the Lord Jesus Christ. He will be in town so we took advantage and asked him to speak to us. His topic will be “Explicitly Christian Politics,” and it will be on March 5th at 7:30 PM. Anyone who desires to know more can call me at 847-201-1060, or go to www.crossandthrone.com .
Daniel W. Sheridan
Cross and Throne Ministries
847-201-1060
Tune in your radio Monday through Friday from 9 - 9:30 PM to: “Restoring America's Heritage through Bible Exposition" on AM 1160
"God grant that in America true religion and civil liberty may be inseparable..." John Witherspoon
I esteem all thy precepts concerning all things to be right; and I hate every false way. Psalm 119:128
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IFI E-Alert: Homosexual So-Called "Marriage" Bill Introduced in Springfield
2/23/2007 9:14:00 AM By David E. Smith, IFI Executive Director
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IFI E-Alert: Homosexual So-Called "Marriage" Bill Introduced in Springfield
2/23/2007 9:14:00 AM By David E. Smith, IFI Executive Director
Illinois State Representative Greg Harris (D-Chicago), has introduced a bill is Springfield (HB 1615) to legalize homosexual so-called "marriage" in our state.
ACTION: Please call your state representative NOW and urge him or her to VOTE NO on HB 1615. Springfield needs to hear from you right away. The switchboard phone number in Springfield is 217-782-2000.
Click HERE to look up your elected officials or call the IFI office at 630-790-8370.
MORE ACTION: If you believe in keeping marriage from being radically redefined and devolving into something it is not, please send your most generous contribution to Illinois Family Institute today by clicking HERE. BackgroundWell, we could say "we told you so...", but if you've been reading our emails over the past few years, you know that the homosexual agenda is alive and well in Illinois.
This is a wake-up call like no other. While the Boards of Elections in Chicago and Cook County successfully derailed our Protect Marriage Illinois petition drive last year, Illinois citizens have not surrender the battle for marriage to the tiny but vocal minority on the Left.
Even in the light of the recent disheartening elections, I do not believe there is enough support in the Illinois General Assembly to pass a bill legalizing homosexual so-called "marriage." Yet I concede that the challenges we face on the pro-marriage and pro-family front are great.Make no mistake; the battle lines have been clearly drawn. The ACLU, Lambda Legal, and the Gay and Lesbian lobby here in Illinois will work hard to achieve their goal of homosexual so-called "marriage."
"Lambda Legal's Marriage Project is committed to winning the right to marry for same-sex couples." -Lambda Legal's website
Please read more here.
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Culture Campaign presents... The Gay Agenda? No Child Left Behind...
"Lambda Legal's Marriage Project is committed to winning the right to marry for same-sex couples." -Lambda Legal's website
Please read more here.
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Culture Campaign presents... The Gay Agenda? No Child Left Behind...
A Parent, a Teacher and an Activist Speak out about the homosexual indoctrination of children in our public schools...
Quick! Cover your eyes! Could that be public school lesson?
Quick! Cover your eyes! Could that be public school lesson?
Why must a 'safe environment' for kids who struggle with sexual confusion mean the end of free speech for Christian students?
What does God expect from Christian parents, teachers and school administrators?How bad is it?
Every Christian needs to know, for the sake of our children, grandchildren and our nation.
(Part of the "God, Sex and the Culture War" series)
College Church Commons
332 E. Seminary Ave.
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 7:15pm
Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 7:15pm
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HILLARY's (Jezebel) first SC visit as US presidential candidate
By Steve Lefemine
Hillary (Jezebel) comes to Columbia, Florence, and Charleston (SC) on President's Day, February 19 for her first SC presidential campaign tour
Hillary (Jezebel) comes to Columbia, Florence, and Charleston (SC) on President's Day, February 19 for her first SC presidential campaign tour
Influential black pastor / SC State Senator Darrell Jackson introduced Hillary Clinton to the jubilant crowd at historically black Allen University in Columbia
Jackson defends his endorsement of Hillary Clinton"Jackson also is pastor of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road, one of the state’s largest black congregations, boasting 9,000 members last year."
"Senator Jackson has worked in Clinton campaigns going back to 1992," [Hillary Clinton] said.
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Maine Bill Bans "Ministers of the Gospel" from Approving Marriages
Maine Bill Bans "Ministers of the Gospel" from Approving Marriages
By Mike Hein
Feb 23, 2007 - 4:23:05 PM
LD 779: “An Act To Remove Clergy as Signatories on Marriage Licenses”
A Portland, Maine State Representative has submitted legislation this session that would remove all of Maine’s “ordained or licensed minister(s) of the Gospel” from the state statute that currently allows them to solemnize marriages. If passed, Rep. Boyd Marley’s (D – Portland) bill would allow only judges, lawyers, and notaries public to validate marriages in Maine.
In an online news article by Victoria Wallack, Rep. Marley stated that he submitted the legislation at the request of a Congregational minister in his legislative district, Rev. Mark Rustin. Rev. Rustin has been leading the North Deering Congregational Church in Portland since 1987. He is an active Freemason and a racecar enthusiast.
Regarding his motivation for the request, Rev. Rustin stated, “Being agents of the state isn’t an appropriate place for (religious leaders) to be.” According to the news article Rustin states he has never done a homosexual marriage ceremony, but if his North Deering congregation wanted him to, he would bless the union of a homosexual couple.
"If, and when, a gay couple comes to me and says, ‘We want to be married,’ at that juncture I would go to my congregation and ask, ‘What say ye?’” Rev. Rustin was reported to say.
Rev. Paul Nielsen, who leads the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection (LCMS) in Waterville, disagrees. “I think that Rev. Rustin is at least a little bit confused about what his role in the marriage rite is from a civil perspective,” said Rev. Nielsen. “I’m not sure why the state would have any interest in disqualifying clergy as one of the qualified witnesses to a marriage.”
Pastor Nielsen explains, “Currently the state of Maine only asks the clergy to sign the wedding certificate as indication that the wedding actually took place. I don't think that clergy are acting as ‘agents for the state of Maine.’”
Dr. Philip Watkins, who advises the Campus Crusade for Christ at the University of Maine at Augusta, agrees with Pastor Nielsen’s assessment. He calls this legislative bill “a waste of time” and notes that it is indicative of the increasing secularization of our culture.
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THINKING POINTS...n/t/q
By Gene Malone
February 17, 2007
Post
1. MAKING UP FOR LOST TIME: The Kenosha/No-News reports today that a nearby rural school district that lost 3 school days of the 180 required in Wisconsin is making them up NOT by adding school days in the early-summer but by shortening recess/grade schools by several minutes over a period of time and social-time for children between entering the building and first classes. It didn't note shortening the teacher lunch periods or free periods instead.
2. IRS- The family that does their IRS forms together, stays together or divorce even earlier. A box of Kleenex (for tears) is beside the forms
and figures my wife is weeping over as days go on and on to figure out the new/simplified tax forms.
3. ERIN GO BRAUGH! Finally only 25 days until St. Patrick's Day with a bit of a respite from government folly and funds and fighting.
4. BULLETS- I assume the treason party/Democrats will be refusing to authorize the payment/use of bullets to fight the wars on terrorism as our soldiers die. Who would have ever thought you would see the day when a resolution would be passed by Americans in Congress to call for surrender, now, while we are winning and just need an adjustment of leadership without the US State Dept, UN, left media, treason party/Dems manipulating our soldiers for political gain for a Hillary betrayal in 2008!
5. NCLB- The unconstitutional No Child Left Behind bill comes up to be considered for another 5 years or its demise as I type. The fear is not only will it be passed with Clinton/T. Kennedy/GWB signing it with frolicking but that it will be padded with even more national requirements putting us on the road to legal socialist education/centralized planning. More sickening is that many Rinos helped craft the repugnant. original bill and are still morphing with the socialist Democrats on this stealth ed plan. Remember, few even are aware of this as the children will be used for votes in Nov. 2008, not now.
Note- US Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn) was elected to Congress in the 2006 election and is an articulate opponent of NCLB and federal control of education.
6. NO-GOD ZONES- Officially these are now all government sites that cell their way into the private sector: schools, courthouses, municipal buildings, colleges, state Capitols and so forth. I believe you can still think Christian inward thoughts on public sidewalks and parks undetected.
7. FAST/FREE TRADE -EXECUTIVE ACTS- GWB carries out this extra-constituional activity like his unconstiutional signing STATEMENTS on bills -which call for his own decisions without Congressional approval on trade agreements. This should be stopped.
8. US SENATE TREASON VOTE TODAY- This body will decide whether to support the war on terror today after they refused to debate this war and gave their consent earlier. Now, they (Senate) wants to give the Islamic, global, terrorists a propaganda victory demoralizing those who actually care, defend our Republic, the troops, not the traitors in DC.
QUOTES
~JOHN STUART MILL, “Anyone who receives public monies should not be allowed to vote."
~ gene malone, "Socialism, the process of moving a people from freedom into slavery"
~Karl Marx, “I am not a Marxist."
Fidel Castro, "I am not a communist."
~ JAMES MADISON, "Father of the U.S. Constitution", "Democracy is the most vile for of gov't. “(Note- GWB is seeking democracy for the
world/us) We are a constitutional republic.
~PATRICK HENRY, (1736-1799), ORATOR IN 1788 said, “Old as I am (52) it is probable I may yet have the appellation of a rebel."
~JOHN HAY, 1872, “The evils of tyranny are rarely seen but by him who resists it."
~OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES, " The greatest act of faith is when man decides that he is NOT God."
~PATRICK HENRY, “If I could leave each of my children a million dollars, but could not leave them a heritage of faith in God, I would leave them nothing of value and unfit to face life...the Bible is worth all other books which have ever been written." (Note-including the hodgepodge-Koran).
Gene Malone- Remember those elected who betrayed our troops in their treason votes by siding with the terrorists in a propaganda move,
Kenosha, Wisconsin ^^^kw^^^
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THINKING POINTS...n/t/q
By Gene Malone
February 17, 2007
Post
1. MAKING UP FOR LOST TIME: The Kenosha/No-News reports today that a nearby rural school district that lost 3 school days of the 180 required in Wisconsin is making them up NOT by adding school days in the early-summer but by shortening recess/grade schools by several minutes over a period of time and social-time for children between entering the building and first classes. It didn't note shortening the teacher lunch periods or free periods instead.
2. IRS- The family that does their IRS forms together, stays together or divorce even earlier. A box of Kleenex (for tears) is beside the forms
and figures my wife is weeping over as days go on and on to figure out the new/simplified tax forms.
3. ERIN GO BRAUGH! Finally only 25 days until St. Patrick's Day with a bit of a respite from government folly and funds and fighting.
4. BULLETS- I assume the treason party/Democrats will be refusing to authorize the payment/use of bullets to fight the wars on terrorism as our soldiers die. Who would have ever thought you would see the day when a resolution would be passed by Americans in Congress to call for surrender, now, while we are winning and just need an adjustment of leadership without the US State Dept, UN, left media, treason party/Dems manipulating our soldiers for political gain for a Hillary betrayal in 2008!
5. NCLB- The unconstitutional No Child Left Behind bill comes up to be considered for another 5 years or its demise as I type. The fear is not only will it be passed with Clinton/T. Kennedy/GWB signing it with frolicking but that it will be padded with even more national requirements putting us on the road to legal socialist education/centralized planning. More sickening is that many Rinos helped craft the repugnant. original bill and are still morphing with the socialist Democrats on this stealth ed plan. Remember, few even are aware of this as the children will be used for votes in Nov. 2008, not now.
Note- US Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn) was elected to Congress in the 2006 election and is an articulate opponent of NCLB and federal control of education.
6. NO-GOD ZONES- Officially these are now all government sites that cell their way into the private sector: schools, courthouses, municipal buildings, colleges, state Capitols and so forth. I believe you can still think Christian inward thoughts on public sidewalks and parks undetected.
7. FAST/FREE TRADE -EXECUTIVE ACTS- GWB carries out this extra-constituional activity like his unconstiutional signing STATEMENTS on bills -which call for his own decisions without Congressional approval on trade agreements. This should be stopped.
8. US SENATE TREASON VOTE TODAY- This body will decide whether to support the war on terror today after they refused to debate this war and gave their consent earlier. Now, they (Senate) wants to give the Islamic, global, terrorists a propaganda victory demoralizing those who actually care, defend our Republic, the troops, not the traitors in DC.
QUOTES
~JOHN STUART MILL, “Anyone who receives public monies should not be allowed to vote."
~ gene malone, "Socialism, the process of moving a people from freedom into slavery"
~Karl Marx, “I am not a Marxist."
Fidel Castro, "I am not a communist."
~ JAMES MADISON, "Father of the U.S. Constitution", "Democracy is the most vile for of gov't. “(Note- GWB is seeking democracy for the
world/us) We are a constitutional republic.
~PATRICK HENRY, (1736-1799), ORATOR IN 1788 said, “Old as I am (52) it is probable I may yet have the appellation of a rebel."
~JOHN HAY, 1872, “The evils of tyranny are rarely seen but by him who resists it."
~OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES, " The greatest act of faith is when man decides that he is NOT God."
~PATRICK HENRY, “If I could leave each of my children a million dollars, but could not leave them a heritage of faith in God, I would leave them nothing of value and unfit to face life...the Bible is worth all other books which have ever been written." (Note-including the hodgepodge-Koran).
Gene Malone- Remember those elected who betrayed our troops in their treason votes by siding with the terrorists in a propaganda move,
Kenosha, Wisconsin ^^^kw^^^
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More on Anna Nicole
By Wayne Harris
Ratings have skyrocketed over Anna Nicole Smith’s death. Zsa Zsa Gabor’s husband has joined the throng declaring fatherhood of her baby. Hugh Hefner has turned to prayer. The Bahamas have a political shakeup going on.
The more I read about the former Playboy model the more I want to wash this dirt right out of my hair. Maybe that was what Britney Spears was doing when she shaved her head. Or, maybe she cut her hair to take attention away from who will get Anna Nicole Smith’s dead body.
Madonna, Britney, Paris and a host of others are probably frustrated by the Smith media frenzy. They obviously love having the cameras on them. Well, relax ladies. Anna has the stage for awhile longer.
Associated Press ran a story today that should give folk something to think about. “Smith joins ranks of Playmates dead before 50” is an article that shows how this wages of sin thing works. Anna Nicole Smith has joined the ranks of such beauties as Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield, Dorothy Stratten and others. Monroe, Smith’s idol, died at 36 in 1962 from an overdose of pills. Mansfield was 34 when she was decapitated in a car accident in 1967. Dorothy Stratten was 20 when her husband murdered her. She had just been chosen Playmate of the Year in 1980.
Eve Meyer, 1955 Playmate, died when two airliners collided on takeoff in the Canary Islands in 1977.
She was 46. Ellen Louise Maligo, known in Playboy as “Star Stowe” was murdered at the age of 40 in Coral Springs in 1997. The list goes on. Tonya Crews, Carol Willis, and Claudia Jennings (Playmate of the Year, 1970) died in car accidents. They were still in their 20s.
Another drug overdose Playmate was Willy Rey. She overdosed in 1973. Elisa Bridges, 28, died in 2002 of what the coroner’s report called an accidental drug overdose. And, then, along came Anna Nicole Smith.
Is there a Playmate curse?
I believe there is. In fact, I know there is. It is called the curse of sin. Anyone who has not placed his or her faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior is under the curse. It is the curse that started in the Garden of Eden when two people disobeyed God and ate of the fruit on the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.
The curse of sin made the way for perversion. Instead of walking around sinless the couple had to cover up. They had walked freely without clothing before rebelling against God’s command to leave the one tree alone. Being naked was no big deal. After having their eyes open to good and evil the couple ran to cover themselves from God.
Hugh Hefner makes a fortune by taking pictures of people without their clothes on. He markets lust. Adam and Eve had no lust before they sinned. They had a great life until the serpent tempted them to sin. Hefner uses his magazine to tempt people around the globe. He tempts people while exploiting young women. The curse came in. With it came distortions.
The purpose of a woman being the helpmate became distorted. The Playmate is a distortion of what God intended. Instead of being a good helpmate, Anna Nicole Smith became a Playmate. The lust of the world then helped fuel her popularity. She was a model, but of what?
The distortion continues into the 21st Century. Just as the Romans, our society is distorting the purpose of man and woman. With same sex marriage we are playing with something that is already burning many. Reality has been distorted. Unnatural affections, those that God never intended for humans, are becoming acceptable. Burning with lust, men are now marrying men. Distortion of purpose has propelled marriages of women with women.
The only way to escape having a distorted mind is to receive your thoughts from Jesus Christ. There is a spiritual battle to have power over your mind. The more distortion you accept, the more demented you become.
Living in sin’s distortion led Smith down a path that destroyed her. Ask Jesus to protect you from that path.
Drop me a line at: weharris44@hotmail.com
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Letter to the Editor: BC for Deer instead of more hunting to thin population?
Iowa’s all-wise social engineers are expanding their birth control policies to include deer. Department of Natural Resources wildlife protection policies have allowed for an overabundance of deer. Iowa is considering a multi-million dollar program to “vaccinate” deer with a birth control vaccine. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the vaccine GonaCon "should be safe to eat".
The government has a solution for everything.
Unlike sheep lining up at Planned Parenthood for birth control, deer are less cooperative. They have to be hunted down by dart gun wielding animal lovers in helicopters.
The DNR released wolves into the wild to curb the deer overpopulation problem. Instead of feeding exclusively on deer, the stupid wolves kill cattle and sheep.
It costs anywhere from $300 to $1000 to capture and vaccinate a deer. Two years later they require a booster shot.
It costs Iowa taxpayers nothing to relax hunting prohibitions. Deer meat is safer to eat without chemicals injected into them.
Thank you,
Dan Holman
PETH (People for the Ethical Treatment of Hunters)
Keokuk, Iowa
Editor’s Note: I wonder if mandatory mental health screening is next? – AW
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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NOTE: Even though all effort is made to only publish and share solid Christian news, commentary and information, Christian Heritage News does not necessarily endorse all that you may read in the articles appearing above, or at the sites of the news providers to which you will be linked. Please use Biblical discernment. Thank you, ed.
Friday, February 16, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 5 ~ February 16, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 5 ~ February 16, 2007
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Can America Survive an Obama Nation?
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Can America Survive an Obama Nation?
On February 10, 2007, Sen. Barack Hussein Obama (D-Ill.) entered the race for the White House. Obama, a freshman senator and rising party star, officially announced his candidacy after forming an exploratory committee to begin raising money and hiring staff to campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination to succeed Republican President George W. Bush.
Obama, who gave the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic convention before he was elected to the U.S. Senate, recently appeared on a Time magazine cover and drew big crowds while campaigning for Democrats in 2006. Obama has stoked enthusiasm among Democrats looking for a fresh alternative to Hillary Rodham Clinton, who some fear could be too polarizing to win a general election campaign against a Republican in 2008.
Sen. Obama has promised to "change our politics" with a campaign that could make him the first African American president in U.S. history. The question is: “What kind of ‘change’ would America experience if Obama were elected president?”
Please read more here.
Source: http://www.obamanation.com/
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Prophetic witness at SC Governor's Inaugural Prayer Service
By Steve Lefemine
"Sodomy is Sin"
Republican Governor Mark Sanford began his Second Inauguration Dayat pro-sodomite Trinity Episcopal Cathedral for ecumenical prayer service
Press Release
February 6, 2007
Columbia, SC (CCL)
Christian men presenting Biblical Truth outside pro-sodomite Trinity Episcopal Cathedralat the end of Republican Governor Mark Sanford's Inaugural Prayer Service, January 10, 2007."Sodomy Is Sin" - Ken Letton and Ed Harper, Sumter Street, Columbia, South Carolina.
Please read more here.
For the “Heart of the Matter” audio interview with Steve Lefemine, please click here.
Please read more here.
For the “Heart of the Matter” audio interview with Steve Lefemine, please click here.
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Public School Argues in Court it is Mandated to Provide Pro-Gay Ed and Parents Have No Right to Object
By John-Henry Westen
LEXINGTON, MA, February 15, 2007 (LifeSiteNews.com) - At a hearing last week, Lexington public school officials argued in court that public schools have a mandate to teach positively about homosexuality and that parents have no right to have their children exempted from such instruction. A parent's only option is to withdraw their children completely from public school, lawyers argued.
The hearing was an attempt by the city and school system to dismiss a lawsuit brought by David and Tonia Parker, and Rob and Robin Wirthlin. The couples are suing the town and its public school system after their children were given books normalizing homosexual families. Attempts to reach a compromise with the school failed after officials refused to agree to the parents request that their young children be exempted from homosexual material and discussions in the classroom.
The parents decided on a lawsuit after a homosexual fairy tale, "King & King," was read to the Wirthlin's seven-year-old son in class. In the story, a prince turns away one beautiful princess after another until finally falling in love with another prince. The princes' marry, kiss, and live happily ever after. The story was read as part of a class on weddings. Dozens of people - parents' rights supporters of the Parkers and Wirthlins, braved the freezing temperatures outside the Joseph Moakley Federal Courthouse in South Boston for the hearing to show their support.
Mass Resistance, a group which supports parents rights in the state, reports that Lexington school officials argued in court that schools have a "legitimate state interest" - in fact a mandate - to teach what they call "diversity", which includes normalizing same-sex romantic relationships in the minds of elementary school children. The state must fight "discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation" in ways that "do not perpetuate stereotypes," the lawyers argued.
The school brought up various Massachusetts Department of Education curriculum frameworks as well as the assertion that same-sex marriage is "legal" in Massachusetts.
Brian Camenker of Mass Resistance explained that the second major point argued by the school representatives was that parents have no right to control what ideas the schools present to children, even elementary school children. Parents' only legitimate option, the lawyers for the school system argued, is to take their children out of the public school system.
"Once I have elected to send my child to public school, my fundamental right does not allow me to direct what my child is exposed to in the public school," the lawyer said.
In response, one of Parkers' lawyers, Robert Sinsheimer, attacked what he termed "the vulgar ultimatum" to simply "remove yourself and go somewhere else" if you don't like this action by the school system. What the school system calls "diversity training" he said was "indoctrination."
"Parents have the right to direct the moral upbringing of their children," he stressed.
Camenker told LifeSiteNews.com that a ruling is expected from Judge Mark Wolf in about three weeks.
(c) Copyright: LifeSiteNews.com, a production of Interim Publishing.
Source: http://www.lifesitenews.com/ - Thursday February 15, 2007
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Government gets another extension in Michael New case
Government gets another extension in Michael New case
(Washington) - The Supreme Court has granted the Justice Department a new extension, that they may be prepared to file their brief in the case of former Army Specialist Michael New. This is the government's second request for an extension of time. According to Daniel New, Project Manager for the Michael New Legal Defense Fund, "It's easy to see why the government is unprepared. They've spent eleven years treating this case with contempt and arrogance. Now, for the first time, they have suddenly realized they are going to have to produce some serious legal work in order to defend the total abuse of justice that they have practiced for over a decade."
At issue in this court is the Standard of Review, along with the twin issue of Due Process.
Spc. New was court-martialed in 1996, and was denied permission to introduce evidence in his own defence that would have proven that the United Nations uniform that he was ordered to wear was unauthorized; that the chain of command under a Finnish general officer was unconstitutional; and that the deployment itself to Macedonia was illegal.
The Army merely ruled that "evidence is not a fundamental element of the defence." That decision was upheld by the Army Court of Criminal Appeals, and by the Court of Appeals of the Armed Forces. Not being allowed to present evidence in his own defence, and acting with orders of the judge, the panel (jury) found him guilty in fifteen minutes. It has not been so easy to make him go away since that time.
The brief filed by Michael New's attorneys can be found here. The amicus curiae ("friend of the court") brief filed by the National Institute of Military Justice in support of Michael New may be found here .
Source: http://www.mikenew.com/
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Federal lawsuit could impact 19,000 Michigan foster children
February 14, 2007
By JACK KRESNAK
FREE PRESS STAFF WRITER
A federal judge in Detroit today certified a lawsuit brought against the state of Michigan by a New York-based children's rights organization as a class action with the potential to impact the lives of nearly 19,000 foster children.
U.S. District Court Judge Nancy Edmunds said, after reviewing written briefs and verbal arguments from lawyers for the advocacy group Children's Rights and the state Attorney General's Office, that she would issue a written order in about a week, certifying the case as a class action.
The lawsuit seeks to force the state Department of Human Services to adequately provide for the safety, well-being and permanency of foster children. Children's Rights, which has successfully sued other states and counties over foster care problems, argues that Michigan's foster care system routinely violates the constitutional rights of foster children by denying them adequate services such as finding permanent adoptive homes.
Please read more here.
News Source:
Thomas M. Dutkiewicz, President
Please read more here.
News Source:
Thomas M. Dutkiewicz, President
Special Family Advocate
Connecticut DCF Watch
P.O. Box 9775
Forestville, CT 06011-9775
860-833-4127
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Hideous…
2/15/07
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Hideous…
2/15/07
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The "new" George Washington $1 piece is now available. President George Washington was born on Feb. 22, 1732. Images of the other Presidents will be presented later.
"I can not tell a lie," (GW), these dollar coins are hideous because:
1. They appear so cheaply crafted-lacking artistic skill- with a mean-face image of the President when a Gilbert Stuart image would be great.
2. "In God We Trust", the national motto, is unreadable without a magnifying glass on the smooth/non-ridged edge of the coin.
3. "E Pluribus Unioin" (One out of Many) is also unreadable on the edge of the coin.
4. A small rim around the obverse side (front) of the coin I think was to make it easier for the blind to identify it from the present 25 cent piece which is only slightly smaller than the new $1 coin.
5. The coin appears slightly copper- tinted making it only a wee different than the present 25cent piece.
6. Again, it will be easily mistaken for the discredited earlier $1 coin pieces..
The American culture in all areas is so dumbed down.
Gene Malone, Kenosha, Wisconsin
George Washington, "Gentlemen, you will permit me to put on my
spectacles, for I have not only grown grey, but almost blind, in the
service of my country."
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The Anna Nicole Smith News
By Wayne Harris
The instant death of Anna Nicole Smith captured the interest of news people around the world. When someone young and beautiful dies, they run the story over and over. Others die and about the only thing they get is a small obituary in the newspaper.
The world system craves sensational stories. They have gawked over Marilyn Monroe’s mysterious death for years. They will gawk over Anna Nicole Smith’s for years, too.
It just seems like the other day that I was writing about Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. He, too, surprised everyone by his sudden death. This young, energetic fellow hit the headlines when a stingray struck him in the heart.
Until the autopsy is in nobody will definitively know what happened to Anna Nicole Smith. Rumors are already flying in every direction. Gossip columns are having a field day.
But who was Anna Nicole Smith without all of the hype? She was a God-created human being. She was the clay.
What was the Potter, our Lord God, desirous of creating when he breathed the breath of life into her? Did she live a life of godly purpose? Or, like so many, did she live it her way? What did she believe?
We only have one chance to get it right. Did she use that chance? Or, like so many, did she waste that chance?
Life is delicate. The flame at the tip of the candle is burning brightly one day. Then, a swift wind blows, and the candle tip is nothing but smoke wafting upward.
A young soldier sat beside me in a meeting. He smiled, shook my hand and asked me how I was doing. In less than a week I was standing at the hospital door waiting for the ambulance to pull up. I watched the body of that young soldier as they pushed him through the door. He had gotten drunk at a party. A buddy gave him the car keys. Somewhere around 100 miles per hour he hit a telephone pole head on. It was instant death.
It took awhile to stop thinking about the young man nearly every day. Wondering where someone went after sudden death can bug the daylights out of you. I always want the person to go to heaven.
Someone joked that Anna Nicole Smith was probably in heaven with Elvis Presley. What do you think? Do you believe that a promiscuous woman like Smith went to heaven? With repentance and faith in Jesus Christ all of her sins could have been forgiven. Were they? Only God knows.
Anyone can repent and call upon the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. A thief on the cross beside Jesus called upon Him as death knocked on his door. Many who have done wicked, sinful things have repented and turned to Jesus for saving grace.
The soldiers speak of foxhole conversions. Shells burst in the air, bullets skip across the ground and the soldier repents from the inside of a foxhole. “Lord Jesus, save me,” he cries.
Some have deathbed conversions. “Save me from my sins,” says the woman who has lived a life of sin. In the final moments, just before her soul departs, Jesus washes her white as snow with forgiving grace.
Did Anna Nicole Smith call out to Jesus? I hope so. My goal is to reach as many as possible with the gospel of Jesus Christ. I pray that none die and spend eternity separated from God.
Unfortunately, the multitude will miss heaven. Many will go the way of total destruction. They will know and reject the Good News of Jesus Christ. With salvation right at their door they will refuse to open the door to the One with the power and authority to save. What a dreadful decision.
Many beautiful young people go to hell. Looks that created opportunities on earth will do nothing for them in the flames to come. Fame and fortune are meaningless in the flaming inferno. On Judgment Day God will evaluate the great and the small.
Do you have Jesus as your Savior? If not, what are you waiting for? Don’t die waiting. Reach for Jesus.
Send comments to me at: weharris44@hotmail.com
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Editor’s Note:
Dear Friends,
As Christians we walk by faith, and even though it may appear that the wicked have the upper hand, we know in reality that they do not. Our strength is in the joy of the LORD, so let us not become weary in doing good, but let us continue to resist and push back the evil works of darkness.
Here is an excerpt from an extremely encouraging article written by Jay Rogers on God’s Law to cap off this week’s edition of Christian Heritage News.
Thank you,
Angela Wittman, ed.
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What is Theonomy?
By Jay Rogers
Theonomy means literally, "God's law," or the belief that the moral laws of the Old Testament are still binding today. This idea states that only Old Testament laws specifically fulfilled in the New Testament are non-binding (such as sacrificial laws, ceremonial laws and dietary laws). The moral Law of God is still the ethical standard for governing individuals and society.
In discussing theonomy, we should first explain clearly what we are not talking about. We are not talking about salvation, but merely government of individuals in society. Salvation cannot come through the Law, but only by grace through faith. A Christian is not under the Law as a means of obtaining salvation; nor are we under the curse of the Law since we were justified by faith. Yet when modern evangelicals claim, "I'm not under the Law," what they often mean is that they are not in favor of it or they are not keeping it. Such a view is called: antinomianism (anti-Law) -- a heresy.
We should next distinguish between justification and sanctification. It is grace alone through faith alone which is the means of our justification and our sanctification. But the moral Law of God remains the measure of sanctification for the believer. Thus, grace is not merely a "covering for our individual acts of sin" but it is "power over all sin."
The moral Law of God, when codified as a basis for civil law, restrains the passion of the sinner (i.e., capital punishment is a deterent to violent crime). It also acts as a schoolmaster to bring us to Christ. Knowledge of the moral Law of God brings individuals knowledge of sin. Then more may be converted through faith in Christ as Lord and Savior. How can we be saved unless we first know that we are sinners?
Please read more here.
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
For subscription or unsubscription services, please contact the editor.
NOTE: Even though all effort is made to only publish and share solid Christian news, commentary and information, Christian Heritage News does not necessarily endorse all that you may read in the articles appearing above, or at the sites of the news providers to which you will be linked. Please use Biblical discernment. Thank you, ed.
Monday, February 05, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 4 ~ February 5, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 4 ~ February 5, 2007
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The Life of the Church
By R.J. Rushdoony
The Covenant News ~ February 05, 2006
(Note by Chris Ortiz: The Life of the Church was a communion sermon at the Chalcedon Chapel evening service, October 27, 1991. It is published here because it answers so many questions raised by readers who find the church attempting to govern like the state. Also, many lone women, single, widowed, or divorced find the church acting as though they are their legal guardians and should control them, their lives, activities, and possessions.)
1. Rebuke not an elder, but entreat him as a father, and the younger men as brethren;
2. The elder women as mothers,- the younger as sisters, with all purity. - Timothy 5:1-2
The Lord God is very blunt about the care of the helpless in society, i.e., single women, abused women, widows, orphans, and aliens. To abuse them incurs God's death penalty on a nation (Exodus 22:21-24), and certainly a church. Whenever and wherever God's people have been faithful to Him, they have cared for the helpless, and protected them. One of the first problems faced by the church, and this shortly after the ascension of Christ, was that the Grecian or Greek-speaking widows "were neglected in the daily ministrations" in favor of the Hebrews (Acts 6.-1). For this reason, the apostles created the diaconate and entrusted the deacons with the ministry of care and charity (Acts 6.-l-6).Having said this, let us turn our attention briefly to the church as we know it in the Western world. As against the eastern churches (Orthodox, Armenian, Syrian, Nestorian, etc.), the Western churches are known as Latin Christianity because they arose where the Western Roman Empire had existed. The Church of Rome is known as Roman Catholic; the other Western churches could with equal justice be known as Roman Protestants. Why? Rome built its power on controls by various devices, including humanistic Roman law. Despite the importance commonly given to God's law, the Western churches have very strongly affirmed the necessity of governmental controls over the people in the Roman pattern, a Vatican, a general conference, bishops, a church board, a classis, synod, general assembly, presbytery, and so on. Western churches are more governments and courts than they are the family of God.
This is not to say the Eastern churches are better; our concern is with our problem. The church must be primarily a family in Christ, not a Roman imperial power.Now the church in Scripture is essentially the family of God in Christ; it is not a Roman-style court and government. It is a family, and, while there is government in a family, it is mainly through loving care and teaching.
Please read more here.
Please read more here.
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Cross and Throne Ministries presents Daniel Eby,
National Chairman of the American Heritage Party.
Cross and Throne Ministries presents Daniel Eby,
National Chairman of the American Heritage Party.
Daniel Eby will be speaking to us on the subject of, "Explicitly Christian Politics."
Place
Fox Lake Community Church25 Big Hollow RoadFox Lake IL, 60020On the southwest corner of Routes 12 and 134.
RSVP: Daniel Sheridan 847-201-1060 or dan@crossandthrone.com
Agenda
7:30-7:40 Introduction - Daniel Sheridan- Cross and Throne Ministries
7:40-8:25 Message - Explicitly Christian Politics by Daniel Eby (See below)
8:25-9:00 Open Forum - Questions and Answers
9:00 Refreshments
About Daniel Eby
Daniel Eby has been married for 32 years to his lovely wife Susan. They have 3 children, all grown and serving the Lord in their spheres of life. Mr. Eby was a pastor for 12 years. In addition to his role as National Chairman of the AHP, he is also the President of the Patria Institute, which is developing a Biblical worldview academy for home schoolers. Mr. Eby has written and spoken at various conferences on topics such as "Raising Godly Citizens," and is the editor and contributor of the book, "First Steps to Statesmanship."
"It is in the man of piety and inward principle, that we may expect to find the uncorrupted patriot, the useful citizen, and the invincible soldier. God grant that in America true religion and civil liberty may be inseparable..." - John Witherspoon
Flier on the internet: www.americanheritageparty.org/event-20070305-il-1.pdf
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TOLERANCE AS A TOOL FOR TRANSFORMATION
By Berit Kjos
February 4, 2007
NewsWithViews.com
"...the objective of tolerance would call for intolerance toward prevailing policies, attitudes, opinions and the extension of tolerance to policies, attitudes, and opinions which are... suppressed.”[1] 1965, Herbert Marcuse, influential Marxist.
TOLERANCE AS A TOOL FOR TRANSFORMATION
By Berit Kjos
February 4, 2007
NewsWithViews.com
"...the objective of tolerance would call for intolerance toward prevailing policies, attitudes, opinions and the extension of tolerance to policies, attitudes, and opinions which are... suppressed.”[1] 1965, Herbert Marcuse, influential Marxist.
"The techniques of brainwashing developed in totalitarian countries are routinely used in psychological conditioning programs imposed on American school children. These include emotional shock and desensitization... stripping away defenses... and inducing acceptance of alternative values...."[2] Thomas Sowell
"I cannot stand narrow minded idiots like yourselves. You are seriously sick." A visitor to our website
Throughout history, "tolerance" has meant different things to different people. A century ago, most Americans would have defined it as civility toward disagreeable persons, not as acceptance of contrary views. In contrast, today's "tolerance" demands acceptance of politically correct views but intolerance toward those who prefer "traditional" values. While media leaders feel free to mock Christians, believers are losing their freedom to state their convictions. After all, they might hurt someone's feelings.
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Parents, Grandparents Beat Back California No-Spanking Bill
Parents, Grandparents Beat Back California No-Spanking Bill
Sacramento, California -- Angry parents, grandparents and concerned citizens have apparently repelled the proposal to ban spanking of young children in California.
Assemblywoman Sally Lieber of San Jose, a Democrat and the second-in-command of the California State Assembly, declined to introduce her spanking ban today, which was the last day to introduce bills this week. This morning, Lieber, the Speaker pro Tempore, used her gavel to adjourn the session without submitting her no-spanking language to the clerk’s desk. This delay follows a similar delay last week when the news of Lieber’s proposal generated nationwide media coverage. Californians and people throughout the country responded by flooding the State Capitol with opposition phone calls and emails.
“This home-invasion bill has been stopped cold by parents and grandparents who know that to love children is to discipline them and show them the way to live,” said Randy Thomasson, president of Campaign for Children and Families (CCF), a leading nonprofit, nonpartisan California-based pro-family organization, which has been strongly opposing the spanking ban. “Because so many people have spoken out, the Democrats in Sacramento realize that their liberal agenda is offending a whole lot of people.”
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Former Mormon warns fellow Christians not to support Romney
Former Mormon warns fellow Christians not to support Romney
February 5, 2007
A one-time Mormon says anyone thinking about supporting presidential hopeful Mitt Romney -- a Mormon -- in his White House campaign needs to be aware of what distinguishes that religious group's beliefs from Christianity.
Hear This Report
A woman whose father was a bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) and who is a former Mormon herself says Christians considering Mormon candidate Mitt Romney's bid for the U.S. presidency need to be reminded about the differences between Mormonism and biblical Christianity.
Writer, consultant, and business woman Tricia Erickson spent her childhood growing up in a Mormon home and knows a great deal about that religion, which she considers a cult. Now a born-again Christian, she wants to remind fellow believers that Mormons view Jesus differently than they do.
According to the LDS understanding of Jesus Christ, Erickson notes, "He was born as a mere man, and he worked his way through good works into godship." Furthermore, she says Mormons believe they are potential gods, capable of becoming divine by following the example of Christ.
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Coach
By Wayne Harris
Coach Sonny Hollifield, my basketball coach at A.C. Reynolds High School, was a gift to my life. He had that special quality that makes a player give his or her best. He cared. He cared about the team. He cared about the individual.
I started coaching a basketball team of young boys recently. As practice started Sonny’s words came back to me. I started teaching the way he taught me.
My main interest is in teaching the boys how to play the game. I also have found myself interested in good sportsmanship. And, of course, I am interested in their lives. I want the best for these young men. I pray that God will bless their families, too.
I remember singing “The Lord’s Prayer” while on bus trips to and from the games while at Reynolds. I remember how Sonny cared about us, and sang with us. He listened to our problems and inspired us to do our best.
Memories of Sonny’s contributions to my life rushed towards me after the first practice. I thought back to the drills we did. I am using some of those drills in our practices.
I remember how he coached us to the North Carolina state tournament. Under his tutelage we won county and district championships. But even more, we learned a lot about life.
He taught us to pass the ball. Help the other player get open. Do not hog the ball. Look for the open guy and pass it. When you have the shot, take it. In other words, he taught us the value of teamwork.
When my final game with Coach Hollifield ended I would go on to the new challenges of life. I would leave high school and go to college. Later I would enter the military. Many of the “never give up” lessons I learned from Sonny helped me put one foot in front of the other when the going got tough.
One Sunday morning at West Asheville Baptist Church I saw Coach Hollifield. I was days away from heading to Operation Desert Storm. Dr. James Johnson, the pastor, had opened the pulpit to me. From the pulpit I saw that familiar face that I had seen day after day at Reynolds. It was a tremendous boost.
I did not know if I would or would not live through Desert Storm. Nobody knew that answer. Yet, there I was ministering to two men who had made a major impact on my life. Dr. Johnson, an encourager, a man of God, and Coach Hollifield, a man who had touched my life mightily, prayed for me as I prepared to head off to war.
Sonny’s presence that morning was a wonderful blessing. I will never forget that day. I thank God for the gift of Sonny.
Children need role models. Those of us who benefited from leaders like Sonny and Dr. Johnson find ourselves being summoned to step up to the plate. There are so many young people out there that need men of God to be all that they can be.
My coach, Sonny Hollifield, and my pastor, Dr. Johnson, helped me understand what it is to be a man. They helped me to stand firm through the battles of my life. I have faced severe challenges that might have destroyed me had it not been for the wonderful people, family and friends, who loved, nurtured, taught and believed that I could achieve great things with God’s guidance.
Now, at the age of 54, I realize more and more that I must encourage, teach, nurture and believe great things for the children and youth in my life. As children give their hearts to Jesus Christ I rejoice in the opportunity of having been allowed by God to share the gospel with them. As I toss the round ball toward the basketball players I feel obliged to teach and tell. Let them know that basketball is not everything. It is fun. It is a game. But it is not the path that leads to heaven.
I praise the Lord that I had men who pointed me toward heaven, the true goal.
Praise the Lord for all men like Sonny and Dr. J. Hallelujah!
Please send comments via email at this address: weharris44@hotmail.com
February 4, 2007
Dear Friends,
I purposely omitted names from this editorial as I did not want to add any "fuel to the fire" and was hopeful that those in error would repent. However, new information from a trusted source has come into my possession, and I see more clearly why Rev. Flip Benham of Operation Rescue/Operation Save America is opposed to Troy Newman's group using the name "Operation Rescue" without permission. (Please read Rev. Benham's article "Troy Newman's purchase of the “Operation Rescue” trademark": http://operationsaveamerica.org/articles/articles/troy-trademark-purchase.htm?ARTICLE_ID=53170%20 . )
I then invite you to read Troy Newman's defense of the current abortion regulation legislation before the South Dakota House: SD Legislation a Watershed Moment in the Pro-life Movement and South Dakota Reintroduces Abortion Ban With Stiffer Penalties . The support of this pro-abort bill, instead of the righteous abortion bans proposed (2007 STATE-LEVEL ABORTION BAN BILLS - GA, MT, ND, SC, TX, VA (12% of States in U.S.) shows a lack of discernment and understanding on Mr. Newman's part.
It occurs to me that this lack of discernment in promoting legislation which really does not get at the heart of ending baby-killing is reason enough why he should not take it upon himself to wear the Operation Rescue mantle. Those who were part of the rescues deserve much better representation than this.I had tried to keep an open mind toward the group in Kansas, and I overlooked several warning signs that they do not have a good grasp on the fact that Christ is King and we are to obey Him instead of playing politics with the world. Please accept my apology.
Until I see repentance from the Kansas group, I will no longer be passing on any of their news items, unless it is to refute them.
Thank you,
Angela Wittman
For those who think it is acceptable to allow the murder of one innocent preborn child, please watch this video of Paul deParrie’s last words spoken minutes before his death: http://www.christianlibertyparty.com/index.php?option=com_remository&Itemid=40&func=fileinfo&id=5
If you heart is still hard after watching this video, then may God help you. -- AW
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
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Monday, January 29, 2007
Volume 3, Issue 3
Volume 3, Issue 3 ~ January 29, 2007~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Is the Republican Party Going the Way of the Whigs?
By Dr. Patrick Johnston
Political parties are not permanent. A political party is a framework for implementing ideas in government, but the framework is no more stable than the ideas that energize its supporters. The Republican and Democratic parties certainly appear permanent to the political landscape, like the Twin Towers soaring into the blue sky on a concrete foundation twenty feet thick, but the shifting winds of public opinion can bring them down much faster than they were erected. Just ask the Whigs.
Political parties are not permanent. A political party is a framework for implementing ideas in government, but the framework is no more stable than the ideas that energize its supporters. The Republican and Democratic parties certainly appear permanent to the political landscape, like the Twin Towers soaring into the blue sky on a concrete foundation twenty feet thick, but the shifting winds of public opinion can bring them down much faster than they were erected. Just ask the Whigs.
Actually, you can't ask the Whigs because there aren't any around. Have you ever wondered what happened to the Whigs and the Tories, the primary political parties at our nation's birth? To put it simply, the public's political priorities evolved and the political parties did not. When the old political party could not satisfy the public's new mandates, the old party was buried.
The past decade, we have entered a transition in politics that will soon bring about a prominent shift in the political spectrum. If the Republican Party doesn't return to principled conservatism, the party faithful will hold a graveside service for the GOP within two decades, and none of the new leaders will even attend. The two primary parties may have enacted libraries of laws to insulate their political power from third party challenges, and they may have monopolized the public discussion between their political candidates in their carefully crafted political debates, but they do not have a monopoly on the minds of the people.
Political pragmatists of both parties keep as the apple of their eye that fragile edge that will give them the slim majority the next election will require. Keeping that majority prompts the Republican leaders to throw that rhetorical bone every four years to Christian conservatives, but it also motivates them to reach for the moderates on issue after issue, betraying the promises that put the right in their back pocket.
Source: RightRemedy.org
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The GOP and Its “Log Cabin”: A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand
The GOP and Its “Log Cabin”: A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand
By Peter LaBarbera
“A house divided against itself cannot stand”–Abraham Lincoln, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, 1858
“A house divided against itself cannot stand”–Abraham Lincoln, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, 1858
“The Log Cabin Republicans are on an insidious questto legalize ‘gay marriage’ and homosexual sodomy in the United States military.”– Christian and ex-”gay” activist James Hartline
“The problem with the Republican Party is their definition of the family.”–Homosexual California Log Cabin Republican leader James Vaughn
Today I forward to you an extremely important and informative report by ex-homosexual turned Christian activist James Hartline, about the “gay marriage” lobbying efforts of homosexual “Log Cabin Republicans” within the California GOP. Hartline lives in San Diego but this report is relevant to you because in most states, including my home state of Illinois, homosexual activists are working through “Log Cabin” to turn the GOP into a “gay”-affirming party, or at least one that is neutral on this critical moral issue. (Another group, the Republican Unity Coalition, arrogantly pushes to make homosexuality a “non-issue” in the Republican Party.)
TAKE ACTION — If you are a pro-family legislator or activist in the GOP, you need to know about these efforts and do all you can to expose and counter them. If homosexual political activists are working hard, and they are, then we have to work ten times harder.
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No. 933 SCHOOLS AS PSYCHIATRISTS
No. 933 SCHOOLS AS PSYCHIATRISTS
January 17, 2007
In states across the country, advocates of universal mental health screening are increasingly marginalizing parents. Schools are stepping in as the new gatekeepers, turning K-12 campuses into the venue of choice for taxpayer-funded mental health screening. But parents and some pediatric health professionals are crying foul, claiming universal screening usurps parental authority and is a Trojan horse for unprecedented pharmaceutical coercion. This promises to be a battle of epic proportions.
All of the newfound focus on pediatric mental health comes thanks to President Bush’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health, established in 2002. The commission’s findings, released in 2003, claim schools are in a “key position to identify mental health problems early” through routine and comprehensive screening of the nation’s 52 million public school students. In 2004, Congress appropriated $20 million to fund the commission’s recommendations. Lured by the carrot of federal grant money, states are quickly falling into line. One of the more popular mental health screening tools employed by schools is TeenScreen, developed by Dr. David Shaffer, chief of the Department of Child Psychiatry at Columbia University. In 2005, TeenScreen’s computer-based, subjective, 10-minute questionnaire was used by schools in 43 states.
Interestingly, up to one-third of student test-takers are found to evidence mental health problems.There’s no question that children and teens afflicted with mental illness need help. The consequences of undiagnosed, untreated mental health problems are sobering, sometimes fatal. But mandatory screening, especially without parental consent, is fraught with its own ethical and long-lasting ramifications. In addition to abrogating parental rights, mandatory evaluations and their subsequent diagnoses are often followed by recommendations to use powerful pharmaceutical drugs. U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, a physician for more than 30 years, is an outspoken critic of school-based screening and its link to increased drugging. “Federally funded universal or mandatory mental-health screening in schools without parental consent could lead to labeling more children as ‘ADD’ or ‘hyperactive,’ and thus force more children to take psychotropic drugs like Ritalin against their parents’ wishes,” Paul said.
Source: Connecticut DCF Watch
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Parents' right to make medical decisions at stake in lawsuit.
Parents' right to make medical decisions at stake in lawsuit.
[Excerpt]
A runaway child protective services system is not high on the list of concerns of most civil libertarians these days. But when an infant is seized by state protective services in order to administer a spinal tap -- which even the child's doctor concedes is optional -- it's time to pay attention. The infant is Taige Mueller, who lives in Boise, Idaho. In August 2002, a few weeks after birth, she came down with a temperature. As a newborn child is especially vulnerable to infection, her doctor advised her mother, Corissa Mueller, to take her to nearby St. Luke's Medical Center.
Corissa -- who has a degree in chemical engineering -- discussed Taige's treatment with the physician, including the risks and benefits of treating her for meningitis. Thinking Taige was suffering the after effects of the family's recent bout with the flu, she asked to defer a spinal tap until other, less invasive (and risky) treatments had been tried. The doctor agreed.
Unbeknownst to Corissa, though, the concerns she voiced about the risks of a spinal tap triggered a call to Child Protective Services, which then spiraled into the forcible seizure of Taige. The police officers restrained Corissa (one on each arm) and took her down the hall while the doctor performed the spinal tap. This despite the fact that, by then, her temperature had returned to normal.
Corissa and Eric Mueller's story
The Muellers had no reason to expect that discussing their infant daughter's treatment with emergency room staff would lead to her forcible seizure by state child welfare officials.
Corissa and her husband both have degrees in engineering. After college, they went to Texas, where they worked for Motorola. Until Taige was seized by CPS, Corissa worked as a chemical engineer, while Eric completed an advanced engineering degree.
A few years ago they moved to Boise, which boasts its own concentration of high tech companies. Eric works for a leading computer chip manufacturer and Corissa raises their three children, Von, Taige, and a brother Noah, born this July. As someone with a scientific background, Corissa is more than capable of gathering information and making her own decisions. Especially when it comes to her children.
Please read more here.
Source: The Center for Individual Rights
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Mess with Texas
Mess with Texas
By Gene Malone
Post
MESS WITH TEXAS:
The liberal globalist, former Gov. of Texas has brought disgrace upon the state of Texas, the U.S. in his refusal to acknowledge that our country has borders, invited millions of illegal’s including terrorists into our homeland, has brought us nationalized education, NCLB, nationalized prescription drugs, zillions of dollars in debt, cozy with the UN with NAFTA and global economic alliances hurting American workers, refuses to take the offensive in the war on terror as our bravest are used as target practice with "rules of engagement" authorizing the masked Islam gangs the right to kill us first, appointed but rejected an ACLU/pro-abortion secretary to be on the US Supreme Court, refuses to lead any conservative ideas or support any Conservatives, period...and on and on and on-with two years ahead where he has vowed to be a Democrat in bi-partisan niceness to destroy our country. He owes Texas, the U.S an apology for his unconstitutional actions-and I support our troops to WIN, which he does not. (Rhetoric is not action-boys and girls of the former Republic)
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1. "UNDOCUMENTED RESIDENTS"- This is the GWB new term for illegal’s and terrorists in the U.S.
2.SCHOOL DAYS- In urban Kenosha, Wisconsin school seems rarely in session with regular "in service/national fad planning days" and days off now at the end of each quarter and so forth.
3. DUMBED DOWN CALENDAR- Yes, George Washington now longer is recognized as our first President but is lumped in with the worst, Clinton, Carter and the rest on Presidents' Day, Feb. 19th. Real history notes Washington was born on Feb. 22, 1732.
4. B.HUSSEIN OBAMA-is being called "the African-American for President now by the left media. I thought you had to be an "American" to be President.
5. BUBONIC PLAGUE- If the deadly Bubonic Plague would be offered free for the takers in school districts, cities and states, it most likely would get accepted gladly as it was "free". There seems no intent these days to measure if anything is worthwhile or not. Ed fads, federally funded and unproven sweep the nation in a year or so before they are rejected as stupid and wasteful. Someone else, somewhere else paid for your local folly for votes and the perception of change for improvement which was not.
6. NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS- Does your urban/left/monopoly paper give any/sufficient national/world news? The new reforms in urban newspapers omit the original purpose of newspapers-to inform.
7. PENGUINS- I am sorry to be a bit rude but Hillary Clinton when shown walking -looks, walks like a penguin from head down. It is a bit annoying as penguins really are cute, but not devious.
8. GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS- In their attempt to make all conform, equal in fact not in opportunity have given us the little "human resources" that lack: individuality, creativity, academic excellence, patriotic learning/spirit, civility, moral stability/meaning, leadership qualities that require individual decision making, the desire to read, think and decide as a participating young and later adult citizen. In other words, we are testing, teaching trivia and ignoring the roots of our free heritage, under God. So we have decision making by the consensus of the ignorant and cowardly, non-readers, Constitutional illiterates, and cultural illiterates not only of illegals but illegals. You asked for it.
QUOTES
-JOHN JAY, FIRST US SUPREME COURT JUSTICE,-Christian, abolitionist and one of the founding freedom fathers, "...but you may know my dear sir (his friend, William Wilberforce-Eng) that most men, in order to become wise have much to UNlearn-much to Undo as well as to do."
- TONY BLAIR, He answered a question concerning constant critics of his leadership as PM of England saying, ".You know if I decide whether I'm going to come to a place on the basis of whether I get criticism or not, I wouldn't go anywhere." I wouldn't even go outside the front door."
Resist, then Forward,
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1. "UNDOCUMENTED RESIDENTS"- This is the GWB new term for illegal’s and terrorists in the U.S.
2.SCHOOL DAYS- In urban Kenosha, Wisconsin school seems rarely in session with regular "in service/national fad planning days" and days off now at the end of each quarter and so forth.
3. DUMBED DOWN CALENDAR- Yes, George Washington now longer is recognized as our first President but is lumped in with the worst, Clinton, Carter and the rest on Presidents' Day, Feb. 19th. Real history notes Washington was born on Feb. 22, 1732.
4. B.HUSSEIN OBAMA-is being called "the African-American for President now by the left media. I thought you had to be an "American" to be President.
5. BUBONIC PLAGUE- If the deadly Bubonic Plague would be offered free for the takers in school districts, cities and states, it most likely would get accepted gladly as it was "free". There seems no intent these days to measure if anything is worthwhile or not. Ed fads, federally funded and unproven sweep the nation in a year or so before they are rejected as stupid and wasteful. Someone else, somewhere else paid for your local folly for votes and the perception of change for improvement which was not.
6. NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS- Does your urban/left/monopoly paper give any/sufficient national/world news? The new reforms in urban newspapers omit the original purpose of newspapers-to inform.
7. PENGUINS- I am sorry to be a bit rude but Hillary Clinton when shown walking -looks, walks like a penguin from head down. It is a bit annoying as penguins really are cute, but not devious.
8. GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS- In their attempt to make all conform, equal in fact not in opportunity have given us the little "human resources" that lack: individuality, creativity, academic excellence, patriotic learning/spirit, civility, moral stability/meaning, leadership qualities that require individual decision making, the desire to read, think and decide as a participating young and later adult citizen. In other words, we are testing, teaching trivia and ignoring the roots of our free heritage, under God. So we have decision making by the consensus of the ignorant and cowardly, non-readers, Constitutional illiterates, and cultural illiterates not only of illegals but illegals. You asked for it.
QUOTES
-JOHN JAY, FIRST US SUPREME COURT JUSTICE,-Christian, abolitionist and one of the founding freedom fathers, "...but you may know my dear sir (his friend, William Wilberforce-Eng) that most men, in order to become wise have much to UNlearn-much to Undo as well as to do."
- TONY BLAIR, He answered a question concerning constant critics of his leadership as PM of England saying, ".You know if I decide whether I'm going to come to a place on the basis of whether I get criticism or not, I wouldn't go anywhere." I wouldn't even go outside the front door."
Resist, then Forward,
gene malone ^^^kw
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Fire From Heaven
Fire From Heaven
by Del Fehsenfeld Jr.
It had been an exhausting day. The hot sun beat down on the parched earth. The crowd had sat under the cloudless sky for what seemed like an eternity - silent spectators in this play-off between Baal and Jehovah. Jehovah's side was hopelessly outnumbered - the odds, 850 to 1 in favor of Baal.
Silently they watched and waited and wondered, as the prophets of Baal tried first one tactic and then another to persuade the god of lightning and fire to prove himself and send fire from heaven. They pled, they appealed. Unsuccessful, they began to cry out more earnestly, to cajole, to demand that Baal heed them and send fire. Still no answer. Still no fire.
Undaunted, they persisted in leaping upon the altar, and in cutting themselves until the blood flowed - desperate, vain attempts to prove their sincerity to Baal and to see some evidence - any evidence - of spiritual reality. But there was no sign of fire from heaven - not even a spark. In fact, there had been no movement of any kind in the heavens for more than three years - no fire, no rain, no voice, no reality.
Weary with the exercise in futility, desire turned to disappointment and defeat.
At this point in the familiar account, one cannot help but notice some striking similarities to the church in our day.
By and large, we are not lacking in activity, fervor, or attempts to obtain spiritual power. To the contrary, our church calendars are bulging with services, retreats, conferences, and programs. We are making lots of noise. We are busy, earnest, and perhaps, sincere. But still, there is a deafening silence in the heavens. There is no fire. It's not that we're not trying. We are. But, apparently, all of our programs, promotions, meetings, buses, budgets, baptisms, committees, and conventions have failed to produce the one thing which we most desperately need - fire from heaven.
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The Story of Michael New
The Story of Michael New
By Angela Wittman
Dear Friends for Christian Liberty,
One of my heroes is Michael New and I am concerned that his story is not getting the wide coverage it once had.
For those of you who need a brief refresher or quick introduction to Mr. New, here is a link to the video: Good Conduct: The Story of Michael New.
Now, dear patriots, as you watch this, please remember to keep the New family in your prayers and give the LORD thanks for using this young man to bring glory to Himself... After all, true liberty is only found in Christ Jesus!
"...where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." -- 2 Cor. 3:17
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Lombardi
Lombardi
By Wayne Harris
Vince Lombardi, coach of the Green Bay Packers, emphasized the basics. The Packers would practice the same basic things over and over. Refine the basics and then execute. They did it all the way to the Super Bowl.
Pilots pay attention to the basics. They study the instrument panel diligently. They have little or no room for mistakes. In combat flying they discuss the plane with those that check the wires, fuel, oil, brakes, etc. The basics are so important to a person risking his or her life in the air.
The military puts new personnel through basic training. Why? They build on the little things. “Here is how you make your bed,” shouts the Drill Sergeant.
“What’s the big deal about the way a soldier makes his or her bed?” one might ask.
G.I. parties are a part of learning the basics. Military leadership deems these basics as critical components of building a combat-ready warrior. Things like spit shining boots and proper hygiene are all part of the package.
Part of basic training is marching. Teamwork, coordination, listening to orders, physical fitness and a sense of being a part of something special are learned during drill and ceremony training.
Imagine a Marine in a Baghdad firefight who does not know how to break down and clean his weapon. How long will he stay alive if he does not know how to load and reload? What if he does not know what to do if it jams during combat? Training camp is where the basics of weaponry are studied. The Marine will not be graduated to the battlefield until combat basics are mastered.
The basic manual for survival in this world is the Bible. It has the basics on how to enter the kingdom of heaven, wage spiritual warfare and obtain knowledge about Jesus Christ. From Genesis to Revelation one can find life lessons that will see him or her through today, tomorrow and forever.
Prayer, an essential ingredient in successful living, can be found in the Bible. By studying the basics of the Lord’s Prayer, a person can learn how to talk with the Lord. The Bible is a communications guide for mankind to speak with and listen to the greatest Person in the universe.
Something as basic as how to have peace in one’s life is in the Word. While others spend time and money with counselors over worrisome problems, the disciple (student) of Jesus Christ can walk in the peace that surpasses comprehension. Peace is a basic fruit that comes with the gift of salvation (saving grace) in the Lord Jesus.
The basic manual tells us where we can go to find joy. While men and women use liquor, drugs, artificial stimulants and escapism toys, the man or woman in Christ can find joy unspeakable via a right relationship with Jesus. The Bible teaches it. It is basic to the believer’s benefits.
Basic to the Christian message is love. The singer sings, “What the world needs now is love, sweet love, it’s the only thing that there’s just too little of.” Basic to the Christian life is love. God is love. His love floods our souls. They will know we are Christians by our love for one another.
Preachers around the globe stand in pulpits and urge followers to spend time with Jesus. It is elementary to seek Jesus daily. Nevertheless, most pastors find it necessary to emphasize this basic need whenever folk gather together in church.
One of the great draining factors in a person’s life is to neglect a devotional time with the Lord. The world has a way of raining on our parades. There is an exhaustion and burnout that can set in if one neglects replenishing his or her soul. Therefore, something as simple as a morning devotional with Bible reading, prayer and suiting up in spiritual armor (see Ephesians 6) can make a phenomenal difference in a person’s daily life.
My key point is that basics matter. One of the key basics is repentance. We need to repent of our sins. It is a day-by-day, minute-by-minute need.
Follow the basics that will lead you to the Super, Super Bowl!
Send your comments to me at weharris44@hotmail.com
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For His Glory,
Angela Wittman
Angela Wittman
(Publisher/Editor of Christian Heritage News)
For subscription or unsubscription services, please contact the editor.
NOTE: Even though all effort is made to only publish and share solid Christian news, commentary and information, Christian Heritage News does not necessarily endorse all that you may read in the articles appearing above, or at the sites of the news providers to which you will be linked. Please use Biblical discernment. Thank you, ed.
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