FOXNews.com - Texas Man Stages Pig Races to Protest Islamic Neighbor's Plans to Build Mosque - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News

FOXNews.com - Texas Man Stages Pig Races to Protest Islamic Neighbor's Plans to Build Mosque - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News:

"KATY, Texas — When an Islamic group moved in next door and told Craig Baker the pigs on his family's 200-year-old Texas farm had to go, he and his swine decided to fight back."

So let me get this straight, they buy property for a mosque next to a farm with pigs on it and ask the man to move so they are not upset... Can someone make that make sense to me?

Grace Church Sermon Notes

Unless other wise noted, all scriptures are King James Version. These notes reflect what I got from the sermon not necessarily what the minister preached.

Notes from Grace Fellowship on 12/27/06
Pastor Bob Yandian.

Devine Healing

Matt 4

23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.

This was His healing ministry. He taught, He Preached, He healed. Healing comes after teaching and preaching under normal circumstances. This is proper order. What did he teach? The Old Testament was what He taught. There is enough healing testimony in the Old Testament.

21 Healing Reasons – Why you are healed.

1. One of the main titles of God from Old Testament is Jehova Rapha meaning The Redeemer our Healer. Healing came with redemption. Salvation is healing for soul.

2. Old Testament sacrifices for healing point to Jesus on the cross, atonement as a symbol for healing.

3. When Jesus healed in Matt. 17, he proved Old Testament verses came true. He comments on the healing scriptures of the Old Testament.

4. Why would God stop healing after Old Testament? The Curse of the Law was removed, not the blessing.

5. New Testament, Jesus healed throughout the Gospels.

6. Why when Jesus and apostles did good and healed do we think sickness is good? Jesus went about doing good AND healing.

7. Acts talks of many healing seen by Apostles.

8. The mercy from God and Jesus shows the healing was by compassion and mercy. His mercy endures forever.

9. Sickness is to keep you bound (Acts 10:38). Jesus came to unbind us. Why would Jesus rebuke things that came from God?

10. Jesus was agent alluded to in both testaments. He is the same yesterday, today and forever.

11. Healing brings people to salvation. We are to do greater works. After Jesus healed, many people came into the kingdom of God.

12. Jesus was manifested to destroy works of the Devil.

13. Healing is Part of the blessings. Sickness is part of the curse.

14. Healing of sick is part of Great Commission. (Mark 16:18)

15. Jesus put gifts in church and one of them is healings. Miracles are a gift also. If Church is still here, miracles are here because they were put “in the Church.”

16. Command to lay hands on sick and see them healed. (James 5:14)

17. Greek word for Salvation is Sozo which also mean healing.

18. We were given power, dutamas, which is Greek word often used to means healing power.

19. Holy Spirit brings healing and miracles. (Gal 3:5)

20. Acts 1:1 shows Jesus began to teach and to do, we are to continue his ministry.

21. Simple observations show us that healing is real and not fake.

Sermon Notes

River Church – Mall of America

Sunday Dec. 4, 2005

John Wickland

Power of Our Words

We need to be careful with the words that we use. What people say influences how people perceive them.

We have scripture to use and those words are the truth. They can expose us for who we really are. We can experience freedom if we let those words help us.

Joh 10:10

(10) The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.

We can have a full life. Think of it, think of what you have that gets empty and it never being that way again.

Peoples word do not give us much to live by, but theWord does.

We need to tell others about what Christ means to us. God cares about his people. We need to share that with others. We as a church individually and as a whole are called to advance the Gospel. Each person is a link in the church and needs to be put to work as the church is only as strong as the weakest link.

1Co 12:14-27

(14) For the body is not one member, but many.

(15) If the foot shall say, Because I am not the hand, I am not of the body; is it therefore not of the body?

(16) And if the ear shall say, Because I am not the eye, I am not of the body; is it therefore not of the body?

(17) If the whole body were an eye, where were the hearing? If the whole were hearing, where were the smelling?

(18) But now hath God set the members every one of them in the body, as it hath pleased him.

(19) And if they were all one member, where were the body?

(20) But now are they many members, yet but one body.

(21) And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you.

(22) Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary:

(23) And those members of the body, which we think to be less honorable, upon these we bestow more abundant honor; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness.

(24) For our comely parts have no need: but God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honor to that part which lacked:

(25) That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.

(26) And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honored, all the members rejoice with it.

(27) Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.

We have no control over when things will happen. We need to leave the results of telling people about God to other people. We need to do our part of the body.

Act 8:26-40

(26) And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert.

(27) And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians, who had the charge of all her treasure, and had come to Jerusalem for to worship,

(28) Was returning, and sitting in his chariot read Isaiah the prophet.

(29) Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot.

(30) And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Isaiah, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest?

(31) And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him.

(32) The place of the Scripture which he read was this, He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth:

(33) In his humiliation his judgment was taken away: and who shall declare his generation? for his life is taken from the earth.

(34) And the eunuch answered Philip, and said, I pray thee, of whom speaketh the prophet this? of himself, or of some other man?

(35) Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same Scripture, and preached unto him Jesus.

(36) And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized?

(37) And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.

(38) And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him.

(39) And when they were come up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip, that the eunuch saw him no more: and he went on his way rejoicing.

(40) But Philip was found at Azotus: and passing through he preached in all the cities, till he came to Caesarea.

We are not going to be able to understand the timing of things. The Holy Spirit will move and dramatically change our plans. God will take care of the timing and we need know that and He controls the results as well. Doing that you can share the message and not worry about the results.

Official Google Reader Blog: Dwelling on the past

Official Google Reader Blog: Dwelling on the past:

"That's why we're releasing one of our most requested features: sorting by oldest-first."

One of my most requested features at least. If you have not tried Google Reader I recommend it highly. Now that this feature has been added, I like it even more as I like to see the progression of feeds not the regression. If you do not know what RSS feeds are, look at it for an idea.

Interesting Interface - But will it make it??

An intereesting video on a new interface that I find interesting as a creative tool but I am not sure what use it would have in a business enviornment. If business can not use it, can it grow?

FOXNews.com - California Man Sets Himself, American Flag, Christmas Tree on Fire to Protest Religious Names - Local News | News Articles | National Ne

FOXNews.com - California Man Sets Himself, American Flag, Christmas Tree on Fire to Protest Religious Names - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News:

"A man used flammable liquid to light himself on fire, apparently to protest a San Joaquin Valley school district's decision to change the names of winter and spring breaks to Christmas and Easter vacation.

The man, who was not immediately identified, on Friday also set fire to a Christmas tree, an American flag and a revolutionary flag replica, said Fire Captain Garth Milam."

Maybe Darwin was right......

Thanksgiving

Sermon notes from River Church Pod Cast.

Unless otherwise noted, all verses are King James version.

River Church (Mall of America) Nov. 27, 2005

Pastor Chris Reinertson

Matt 11

25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.

26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight.

27 All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him.

28 Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Jesus is wrapped up with things going on row (in Context) yet He opens His heart in prayer to the Father. He calls others to the father as well.

In chapters 10 and 11 we see he has a traveling ministry of speaking and also training the disciples as well. While this is goings on, John the Baptists is in jail, and questions his faith and sends his disciples to Jesus with questions. After all this he goes to 3 towns to teach some more. But they were indifferent to Him. Those who know him the best are rejecting Him.

Do we want to be like Jesus here? With all of these problem going on He breaks out in prayer to the Father. How was Jesus this way? He did spiritual exercises each day.

Five commands that we are to do each day.

Psalms 100:1-5

1 A Psalm of praise. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands

Shout- make an earth shattering joyous sound.

2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.

Worship - King James says serve- to do all out for a Sovereign ruler. What is your attitude of the work that you do for God? Do you do it in gladness?

Number 3 is to sing to God. Do it in public but also do it privately.

3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

God is God, we are not. He made us and we belong to Him. He will take Care of us. We can not do it our selves. Acknowledge God as source of our thanksgiving.

4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

5 For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.

Because we are Christians and we have the spirit in us, we have the temple. We must enter into Thanksgiving.

These are commands for us to do. They are not suggestions. Do we do these daily?

Lack of sermon notes lately

I have had no time to post my sermon notes from Church or God-Casts (Christina Podcasts). The reason is that I have been working on my MBA. For the next month or so I will be studying for the comprehensive test as I have completed all my course work, but I intend to pick up on my general comments as well as some of the news that I have been doing all along and notes from sermons as well.
Starting with my next post I will start going through my sermon notes from this point forward (not posting old stuff unless it is in the Podcast que to listen to ).

It is good not to have to study for classes any more...

Bob

FOXNews.com - Kansas Dad Accused of Running Dryer With Kids Inside - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News

FOXNews.com - Kansas Dad Accused of Running Dryer With Kids Inside - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News:

"Police investigators alleged the man stuffed the children into the dryer and turned it on, reportedly after the boy wet his pants. The boy was not treated for his injuries until he was taken into protective custody on Dec. 6, the district attorney's office said in a news release."

I am not one to stick my nose into other people's life but this begs for us to license people before they can have children. Putting a 3 year old boy in a clothes dryer because he wet his pants!!! SAD

The Shivah | ManifestoGames.com

The Shivah | ManifestoGames.com

Oi Vay... The Rabbi has his own video game....

FOXNews.com - Toys for Tots Changes Mind, Will Accept Talking Jesus Dolls - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News

FOXNews.com - Toys for Tots Changes Mind, Will Accept Talking Jesus Dolls - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News:

"The Marine Reserves' Toys for Tots program has decided to accept a donation of talking Jesus dolls for gifts, changing course on a decision earlier this week to not accept them."

I hope and pray that they are not just junked and am praying that they go into hands that will be accepting of them and will be enlightened by the message.

Variety.com - VHS, 30, dies of loneliness

Variety.com - VHS, 30, dies of loneliness: "VHS, 30, dies of loneliness
The home-entertainment format lived a fruitful life"

The King is dead.... long live the King

Toys for Tots rejects Jesus doll - Yahoo! News

Toys for Tots rejects Jesus doll - Yahoo! News:

"A suburban Los Angeles company offered to donate 4,000 of the foot-tall dolls, which quote Bible verses, for distribution to needy children this holiday season. The battery-powered Jesus is one of several dolls manufactured by one2believe, a division of the Valencia-based Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Co., based on Biblical figures.

But the charity balked because of the dolls' religious nature.

Toys are donated to kids based on financial need and 'we don't know anything about their background, their religious affiliations,' said Bill Grein, vice president of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, in Quantico, Va."

As a government entity, Marines "don't profess one religion over another," Grein said Tuesday. "We can't take a chance on sending a talking Jesus doll to a Jewish family or a Muslim family."

Let me get this straight. The Holiday Christmas celebrates whose Birthday. By nature, the Jewish or Muslim population would not celebrate it. So why is it not OK to include these dolls????

Widows Seek Wiccan Symbol on Headstones, Government's Refusal to Recognize Wiccan Symbol Leads to Lawsuit by Widows of Veterans - CBS News

Widows Seek Wiccan Symbol on Headstones, Government's Refusal to Recognize Wiccan Symbol Leads to Lawsuit by Widows of Veterans - CBS News:

"The Star of David is OK, as are more than a dozen variations of the Christian cross. Even the atomic whirl used by atheists gets the thumbs-up from the federal government.

But a Wiccan symbol representing earth, air, fire, water and spirit isn't recognized by the federal government for veterans' grave markers."

So let me get this straight. When it is Halloween and they want to decorate the schools with wiccan symbols it is not a religion, BUT when it comes to their faith, they are. What am I missing here???

Latest food scare - Salmonella in Hershey chocolate bars:

"The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) along with Hershey Canada have released a list of 25 products they say could be contaminated with the bacteria and say although the products contaminated with salmonella may not look or smell spoiled, the bacteria can cause symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea."

What is this world coming to. It is not safe to eat CHOCOLATE !

Jordan's mind: Sunday And Beyond!!!

Perusing Technorati today I found this tidbit:

Jordan's mind: Sunday And Beyond!!!: "As pastor Jason said, we see this concept every day, even if we don't recognize it. When we take a bite of food we always know that it is, to some degree, giving us life. (yes, even junk food) What we usually don't remember is that, what we are eating is Also, to some degree, DEAD.(yes, even those healthy veggies)"

Now I am not sure what scares me most, that I kid thought this up, or that I did not think it myself......

Anyway, deep religious implications here I am sure...

NBA.com

NBA.com:

"Boston, Oct. 28 – The Boston Celtics regretfully announce the passing of President Arnold 'Red' Auerbach. Auerbach, 89 and who was born on September 20, 1917, passed away suddenly today in Washington, DC."

Another basketball legend from my youth has died. We will miss you 'Red' and your victory cigars.

FOXNews.com - IRS Makes it Cheaper to Call Long Distance - Finance | Personal | Business | Personal Finances

FOXNews.com - IRS Makes it Cheaper to Call Long Distance - Finance | Personal | Business | Personal Finances:

Good news, the IRS is paying me money this year (and you as well)

"While it may have only added a dollar or so to the average household’s monthly phone bill, when you multiply this by every home and business with telephone service you can see how this seemingly tiny amount adds up. By the Treasury Department’s own estimate, it could end up refunding as much as $10 million.

The good news is that to receive a refund you don’t have to resurrect all of your phone bills dating back to March 2003. The IRS looked at data provided by phone companies and came up with an average amount of tax paid based on the number of individuals in a household. From this they came up with “standard” refund amounts tied to the number of exemptions you claim on your tax return:

Exemptions Standard Refund
1 ----------------$30
2 ----------------$40
3 ----------------$50
4 ----------------$60

In other words, a family of four will get $60 back. ($60 is the maximum refund.)"

Maybe it is not much but it helps...

Tikkle Me Elmo

AP Photo Hokey Pokey ElmoHokey Pokey ElmoDENVER — Authorities said Wednesday that they have broken up a methamphetamine ring that shipped the drug in toys including an Elmo doll.

FOXNews.com - Colorado Meth Ring Smuggled Drugs Inside Elmo Dolls and Other Toys, DEA Says - Local News | News Articles | National News | US News

Guess we know why Elmo is so happy all the time! Seriously this is not cool. Using children's toys for this sort of stuff. What if the toy had actually goten into the hand of a child.

BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Michael J Fox makes stem cell ads

BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Michael J Fox makes stem cell ads:

"'What you do in Missouri matters to millions of Americans. Americans like me,' the actor says in a campaign advert.

'Senator Jim Talent opposes extending stem cell research. Senator Talent even wanted to criminalise the science which gives us a chance for hope.'"

Yes Mr. Fox, you are right to say that it matters to millions of Americans. And I hope you understand me when I say, I do not want what could have been a viable human life to support a cure for me or for you. Can you honestly say that you want to kill a person so that you can live. I would not want that on my conscious. But then again, I am not a big Hollywood star, just an average Joe (or Bob in my case).