Christianity Under Attack: Signs of The End Times

I have to admit that I hadn't really thought about Christianity being under attack until my Sunday School teacher mentioned the brutal attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. You might think that I've been living under a rock not to notice how Christianity has become a dirty word for the masses. You may also think that what's happening now worldwide is perfectly normal. We all are what some say are "undercover" Christians. We don't toot our horns about our faith. We don't push our beliefs on others. Yet every day I read something else about how our faith is being ridiculed by those who just don't understand.

I can't help thinking that itching ears and wandering souls are part of the problem. The current generation doesn't have the anchor that we had when we were young. Their itching ears follow the most enticing stuff and end up wandering through the wasteland. Some were taught that the established church was holding them back. It is true that there is some moral standard that the church used to teach. It is also true that the moral standard provided a solid foundation. In most churches, especially those that have succumbed to the pressure to make the church more accessible, moral standards have been lost.

I have tried to understand why Christianity is under attack. The more I dig the more I find that it is not the watered down church that accepts everyone that is under attack. These churches have lost their way because they have decided to cater to the desires of the masses and sacrifice their principles. I believe that the churches that were attacked both in the US and overseas had a couple things in common. They decided to remain true to biblical morals and reach out to those who would listen.

I don't have an answer for what will happen next. God does. Yes, we do have to put on our armor and be ready to defend our faith. Yes, there may be a time when we'll have to choose to continue our walk with God despite the consequences. No one ever said the Christian life was easy. Preachers that preach this are wrong. I know I can't do anything on my own but God lifts me up. I am praying for the families and friends affected by the attacks on Sunday that they may know peace.

Preparing For Easter: A Season of Rebirth and Recommitting Life

Yes, I can readily admit that I am at the stage in my journey where I'm ready for a change. Life has been really hard over the past year and a half. I have lingered in the valley wondering if I'd ever get past the grim reminders of my past mistakes.

Yes, I know that the past can't affect me if I don't let it. I have been reflecting on Jesus' actions and words during Holy Week. I realize that I have been very selfish. I allowed myself to sink into the "woe is me" mode. I haven't given of myself to anyone.

Yes, I see how Jesus died for me. I realize that I don't have to wallow in the pit of despair and despondency. I can recommit my life to his service. I don't have any idea what that will entail right now. His sacrifice for me is more than enough.

No, I won't give in to the world's temptations. I can't live in the darkness anymore. I will try not to hold onto the things that weigh me down. I am ready for rebirth and renewal.

No, I won't let go of the hand that stretches out to me. I will embrace the love he has for me. As I prepare for Easter I realize that the most important thing is that he lives. I serve a living God. I serve a God who cares for me and loves me unconditionally.

No, I am not crazy. I love the Lord. I will not be afraid to say so. I will not hide or pretend that I'm someone I'm not.

When I think about the Easter season I praise God for his gift. He has blessed me more than I could possibly repay. He has given me new life in his son, Jesus Christ. May you all know the blessings that I have received and the freedom I know in my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

A Local Fight for Open Space: Struggle for Relevance

It all comes down to money. No one seems to understand that. You throw enough money at a situation all the walls come down. You may say that you're fighting for open space. When it all comes down to the facts that the owner has every right to do what he or she wants with the property. They can: build and develop the landscape, leave it as open space or a combination of the two.

You may struggle for relevance because "sacred ground" doesn't hold when you are talking about a property with extreme development pressure. It comes down to money. You wave enough money at people and they will crumble. It doesn't manner that you're left with nothing.

Yes, I do support the people that are fighting for their open space. It is important to them. Unfortunately, it doesn't translate well enough to make a solid case to keep the land. The land isn't creating any revenue as it is. It doesn't serve any purpose. You may argue that keeping that open space increases the value of the property. I can't help but feel that they are fighting a lost cause. It all comes down to money. No one grasps this completely. Why? I don't know.

I'm still hoping for a good outcome here. I pray that the residents will win the battle for their open space. I just can't predict what will happen. It does seem messed up that these elected officials weld so much power. It also doesn't seem fair.

Fighting For Freedom: The New World Order

We should have expected it. We didn't. The environmentalists under the guise of saving the planet have rallied around Agenda 2030 which allows the UN to take over all the world's governments. At first, it will be voluntary to get to sustainability levels of production. Governments will voluntarily push their citizens to accept the rationing of certain substances.

We should have listened. We didn't. We were distracted by things that just don't matter. We saw the evidence of disasters that scientists have said are worse than ever before now. The agenda says that we have to act now or risk losing everything. Yet it is false. Freedom loving people won't stand for UN control of their government to save themselves.

We should be fighting against this global control. We aren't. America has been weakened by the pressures that the global union has set in place. They have ignored us because they think we are weak. Will they listen to us? I fear not. The agenda is set. The global union will go forward to create this new world order without us.

I read this article: UN Summit Seeks "New World Order" to "Transform the Way We Live" and felt sick. There is nothing to be done here. They are going ahead with this whether or not the US goes along with them or not. There are many in Congress that want this New World Order. They just don't understand what they'd be giving up here. I admittedly am a bit frightened by the ramifications of these actions, but know that God is in control. He controls the environment. He brings people in power and he knows my every need.

A Loss of Freedom: Fugitive State

We heard a lot about the loss of freedoms lately. We also heard that climate change will be the death of us. We understand that many of the colleges and universities are getting rich while young people sink in debt.

The fugitive state is here. The forcing of vaccinations on all citizens is being pushed through Congress. Giving money away so no one will balk. I've been really trying to process all of this stuff. I do feel a bit lost. Will we live in a dictatorship when it's all said and done? I don't know.

I can't focus on the crazy stuff anymore. I try to remain sane.

Reflections on Time and Space

When I started this blog back in 2009 one of my main focuses was on time and space. The title of the blog reflects this. I realized as I moved forward that the blog kind of morphed into a reflection of the times in which we all live. Many of us have suffered over the past eleven years. I still can't wrap my mind around the fact that it's been that long.

I met a lot of people during the time I was gainfully employed in Center City. I learned a lot of hard lessons which I incorporated in a yet unfinished novel. I remember the huge novel that I started while working for one place back in 2003. I did finish that one, but have left it on the "shelf." My writing had taken a turn by 2011. I decided to take my mom's advice and write about something I knew. I decided to write about my hometown. The book sold well for the first few months but sales dwindled after that time.

When I reflect on the people I've met because of the book I realize that I've been blessed. So many would have wallowed in despair but I didn't. I marveled at the history I was learning and felt blessed. I know I wouldn't have met these people any other way. My eyes have been opened to the rich historic treasures we have here in abundance.

I heard a lot of rumblings about government control. I've experienced it. Yet I can honestly say that I wouldn't be where I am without some government control. I grant that I'm leery about the direction the government is taking now. It doesn't seem right somehow to force someone to do something they feel strongly against doing. I wonder at how the world will be like for my little nieces and grand nephew.

When I reflect on God I realize that I am in the right place in his divine plan. He does hold me in the palm of his mighty hands. I don't have to stress about the condition of our country or what is going on. I can rest because he has control of both time and space.

I do stand in awe of the Lord's power. I know I can trust him in all things. He is the Alpha and the Omega. He guides me through troubled waters. Someday I will stand on that far shore where the pain is no more and rejoice to see him welcome me home.

Struggling to Understand and Fighting My Way Forward

I haven't been able to process things for a little while. I'm still struggling to understand why I'm still in the same situation I've been in for the past seven years. I have learned a lot during this period of unemployment and underemployment. One of the most important lessons I learned is to lean on the Lord. I'm slowly learning that I need to trust him.

I am fighting my way forward utilizing the skills that I've acquired during this period. It is interesting to see how the Lord is working in my life. I do still struggle to understand why things happen. Just today I experienced a trauma that will mark my life. Yet I can say with certainty that the Lord is with me. I know I would have freaked out if the trauma happened five years ago. I can be thankful for the support of my family and friends.

I praise the Lord for bringing the right people to help me. I did panic a little when it first happened. I wasn't sure who to call. I frantically called some people and finally got someone to help. I do feel a lot calmer.

I stop to think about what's happening in this country. I realize that the Lord is working it out. He placed the right people in the right positions. I don't have to stress for the truth will come out. The Lord upholds the righteous ones. As I struggle to understand everything and fight my way forward, I trust the Lord. He has my life in his hands.