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Captive Audience |
Posted by: Ohan - 05-19-2021, 05:46 PM - Forum: Political
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The Media and the Left has us, Americans, as a captive audience ~ some news gets through to us, some juist ```
I just went to see cousins who live in cities ~ you know on house right next to each other lot of traffic ~ they don't hear any information other that big media and the Left that is now in office```
Anything mentioned other than what the media or what the left dings say or apposed ~ they are told is a conspiracy theory ```
We use to trust the news guys on TV, remember, didn't think they'd tell a flat lie```
except for one bundle of cousins who clearly see what's happening and tell it right out ```
Well. that's about all for now ~ Have a great day ~ heck, have a Great Week ``` `
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Sheep |
Posted by: 12345485 - 05-19-2021, 01:27 AM - Forum: Theology
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I thought this was a good article.
As a farm family, every summer found us participating in fairs. The work that went into getting ready for these fairs wasn’t easy, but the lessons learned by our children in regards to responsibility, hard work, fairness, and gracious “sportsmanship” were worth every bit of the work and more. The most important lesson of all was the lesson of authenticity.
It was always obvious which kids were there showing livestock (sheep, cattle, etc.) that best represented the attributes of the particular animal (aka working animals) versus which kids were there showing animals they raised specifically and solely for the purpose of bringing to the fair.
We were in group number one, or as I always said, “We show sheep, but we don’t have show sheep.” In other words, our sheep weren’t babied, fed special feeds, painted to cover up coat “imperfections,” and other such tactics. Not our sheep. Our sheep were fed the same thing the rest of the flock always ate, and they were washed with baby shampoo or dish soap before going on the trailer. That’s all.
Did the “show sheep” look nicer? Sometimes. Did the “show sheep” act better for the judges? Not normally. You see, the way the sheep react in the ring is largely dependent on how much trust they have in the one leading them. In our case, this was almost never a problem. But for the children who didn’t regularly tend to their sheep, it was a problem, because of the lack of trust the sheep had in the one leading them. Did the “show sheep” win out over the sheep we merely brought out of the flock to show? Sometimes. It depended on the judges and what they were looking for.
So…what in the world could this possibly have to do with living the life God calls us to live? So glad you asked.
In spite of the fact that we are proclaimed followers of Jesus Christ, we are often guilty of putting on a show for others. We fall prey to society’s demands to look and act a certain way and to pursue a certain standard of living instead of being content to be a neat and clean representation of the “flock.” Or maybe we say all the right words, words like “holy,” “righteousness,” “service,” “accountability group,” “born again,” and “fellowship,” but are ignorant to what the Word of God really has to say on the subject of sin, salvation, grace, faith, and obedience. Or maybe you make sure you go to church every Sunday (and maybe even midweek services), put a few dollars in the offering plate, donate canned goods each Christmas, and listen to Christian radio stations—you know; all the things people can see that will make them think you are a Christian. But at home, you and your husband don’t speak, your children are rebellious and disobedient, and you are successfully (for now) keeping your gambling habit a secret.
God doesn’t want “show sheep.” He wants sheep he can trust to present themselves as true representatives of the Church. He wants sheep who will trust the Good Shepherd to lead them through life for the purpose of being light and salt to a fallen world.
Be careful not to be a Christian in name only, because it sounds and looks good. Don’t worry about covering up your flaws and imperfections. Let God show you how beautiful these things can be when he is allowed to use them for his kingdom’s work. Don’t try to survive on a diet of material possessions to make life shinier and more appealing. Instead, trust in the Lord to make you content in him.
Be real. Be genuine. Be authentic.
Be salt and light,
Darla
https://www.dnoblewrites.com/post/showing-sheep
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Dr. Armen Oganesian brings endoscopic spine surgery |
Posted by: Ohan - 05-18-2021, 07:50 PM - Forum: General Discussion
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Dr. Armen Oganesian brings endoscopic spine surgery to California hospital
Alan Condon - Friday, April 16th, 2021 Print | EmailShare
Thousand Oaks, Calif.-based Los Robles Health System is now offering endoscopic spine surgery thanks to Armen Oganesian, DO, Thousand Oaks Acorn reported April 15.
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that accesses the spine through a keyhole incision. It is a prime procedure for outpatient settings due to its lower risk of complications, reduced blood loss, smaller incisions and faster recovery time.
"Patients are often up and about with minimal to no pain within hours," Dr. Oganesian said. "This approach can be used for multiple spinal disorders, including herniated discs and spinal stenosis, with excellent success."
In August, Dr. Oganesian completed a fellowship in spine surgery at Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente and began practicing with Modern Orthopedic Spine Specialists in Thousand Oaks.
https://www.beckersspine.com/spine/item/...pital.html
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National Day of Prayer |
Posted by: granny girl - 05-06-2021, 03:02 PM - Forum: General Discussion
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Father in Heaven,
Thank you for loving us, for your unmerited kindness, mercy and grace. You have blessed us with so much and protected us. You make available Godly Wisdom when we ask, believing we receive.
You instruct us to pray for all in authority, that we may live in peace. It is your desire that none perish, but come to the saving knowledge of your mercy and grace in Jesus Christ, your Son, your Word made flesh, sacrificed that we might be redeemed. Thank you for restoration of life and fellowship with you Father. Thank you Jesus for the ultimate sacrifice of innocent blood and thank you Father for sending your Holy Spirit to dwell in us, reminding us of all you have said, leading us into all truth as He directs our steps.
You've promised you will never leave us or forsake us. You've also stated that this life will include hardship and persecution when we follow you. We are here for such a brief time.
We see firsthand the effects of sin on the beautiful world you created. We yearn for the perfection we destroyed. Sadly the world, without Christ, is blinded to the pathway back. May we be salt and light today!
I know you have forgiven us. I understand no man will spend eternity separate from You, from every good and perfect thing, because of sin, but ONLY because of rejecting your Son Jesus.
I join believers all across this nation today in praying for a spiritual awakening. Today Lord, please remove the scales from our eyes. Reveal the wickedness in each of our hearts that we may repent, turning wholeheartedly to seek you in every thought and deed, trusting the precious blood of Jesus to cover and protect us from the enemy. We can all be hidden in Christ should we choose.
I pray especially for those in authority. Surround them with Godly council & Spirit filled witnesses. Open their eyes and their hearts to the knowledge of your love and the power of your grace to save them.
Strengthen and encourage the faithful and draw those struggling to continue in your Word back into your perfect will. Stir in us a hunger to know and serve you, to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh.
I thank you Father that you continue to have your way on this earth, that Jesus has overcome the world and we have victory. We will do all we know to do and continue to stand on your promises, in Jesus Name.
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