Looking Ahead, Not Behind!

Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. Only let us live up to what we have already attained. Join together in following my example, brothers and sisters, and just as you have us as a model, keep your eyes on those who live as we do. Philippians 3:12-17 NIV

Sometimes, we tend to allow our pasts--when we spend too much time thinking about them--to get in the way of our future. Lately, my thoughts keep going backward as I consider facing the microscopic scrutiny I know I'll be subjected to in my quest to make a run for the White House and because of my imperfections--doubt tends to creep in. So, this morning, as I read what Paul has to say, I am determined to not allow those thoughts to deter me. I am focused and looking forward to the experience of daring to make a big difference in our country.

Will I get where I want to be? Who knows?

I know I am qualified to be president of the United States (per the constitutional requirements) and now I must determine a path that will make me "electable" since that factor is more important than others.

With that insight, I know what I have to do--appeal to the masses and find those who--eventually--are great at fundraising--since that is not one of my strengths.

In the end, only those who believe in me--believe what they hear God speak to their hearts about me--will truly determine my electability.

In the interim--I'm going full steam ahead with research on issues that concern Everyday Americans and in finding viable solutions. I've written letters to "experts" in the field and waiting to hear from them. And while I wait--they're all pretty busy--I'm doing what I do best--writing and promoting my name.

Sooner or later--the name will be known and hopefully, the masses will know I'm on the side of the Everyday Americans, but I know I can govern for all Americans.

Let's Do It God's Way!

Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Each one should test their own actions.  Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load. Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should share all good things with their instructor. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. Galatians 6:1-10 NIV

These are the times that some men seek and some attempt to avoid at all costs. The uncertainty of a nation is always a time that gives us pause to think about how it will all end.

This is not a doomsday prophecy, but rather an attempt to convince all reading that we, as a nation, really need to think about all we hear and read in the news. There is a crisis brewing in this nation and it's not going to be solved with a special prosecutor (though that will help expedite truth where the White House is concerned). The only way the ills of this nation will be solved is by every American accepting every other American as a human being with feelings and rights as a human being. The real problem is those who think they are superior over others and treat them as though they are door mats.

If we could ever get beyond the "labeling" that most feel we must acknowledge, life would be so much simpler. We don't have to carry the labels of White American, Black American, Red American, Christian, Jew, Muslim, Straight, Gay or any other label. Let's look in the mirror and see a human being--worthy of love and respect and fair and equitable treatment in any and every venue in this land.

Let's learn to treat each other respectfully--even when we disagree--and with compassion, knowing how to love unconditionally, even the unlovable. If we are ever going to see a change in this country for the better, we must stop enabling stupidity and start encouraging love of the human race. This is the only race we have (for the moment).

My platform is to be in a position to serve the needs of all Everyday Americans--not just one segregated group, but all Americans. And with the support of other Everyday Americans, we can hope to see change in 2020 and pray that change will continue. 

I am convinced that when we do things God's way, we cannot fail and there can be no mistakes made. Loving one another is never a mistake and love will make a way to overcome hatred when we allow love to guide us in all we do.

Lies Have Consequences!

 

A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free.  Many curry favor with a ruler and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts. The poor are shunned by all their relatives--how much more do their friends avoid them! Though the poor pursue them with pleading, they are nowhere to be found. The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes  understanding will soon prosper. A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will perish. Proverbs 19:5-9 NIV

For whatever reason, I was not able to blog yesterday on the WordPress site. I'm going to conclude that it is a browser problem since I'm here today--on another brower.

At any rate, anyone watching the latest news--unfolding minute-by-minute knows all the lies that have been told are about to be revealed and the consequences--will be dire. Thankful that a Special Prosecutor has finally been appointed and I can now sleep well at night--knowing truth will be revealed.

I think--when all is said and done--I'll be vindicated in speaking truth when many chose not to think about what I said as "truth." That's okay. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but the facts--are just that--and no matter how we might wish to change them, it's not going to happen. Lies have consequences--no matter who the liar is or what position they hold--the consequences will apply.
What's worse--at least from the perch from which I sit--observing all that occurs--is that some people never learn. When trump was supposed to be giving a commencement speech, encouraging those graduating--he turns the attention from them--to him--to complain about how unfair everyone is to him--"especially the media."

Here's the problem with the media--they report events as they unfold--and news outlets who actually exercise integrity in their reporting--take pains to make sure what they're reporting is based upon facts--not opinions and not an opportunity to "entertain" its viewers like #foxliestoday.

There's nothing I or anyone else can do to change the facts, but trump can change the outcome by simply tweeting his resignation.

That said--let me share something that is not a lie--my testing the waters for a presidential run in 2020. Here's the website: www.everydayamericans2020.com and on FaceBook fb.me/YesIAm2020.  I'm using every social media platform at my disposal to gather support and there's even a link to a survey on my Facebook Page for Everyday Americans.

The Wise, The Simple, The Foolish!

There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death. Even in laughter the heart may ache, and rejoicing may end in grief. The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways, and the good rewarded for theirs. The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps. The wise fear the LORD and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure. A quick-tempered person does foolish things, and the one who devises evil schemes is hated. The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. Proverbs 14:12-18 NIV

Throughout the Proverbs we are warned about being foolish, what happens to fools, and the reward of the wise. For those of us who read and understand what we read; current events are obvious illustrations--in living color--of The Word.

The wise are those who heed instruction and seek wise counsel in all things. The wise understand what they don't know and seek those who do know before making decisions that could have adverse affects.

The simple--those who are gullible enough to believe everything they hear a person say and ignore facts and evidence to the contrary. They will inherit the just rewards of their inability to understand--facts matter.

The foolish are those who think they know everything when they actually know very little. But they will not heed sound advice and often act before thinking a matter through to understand all the possible ramifications of their actions. They are driven by ego and not by logic. They abhor facts and evidence and deride others who know facts and evidence matter. Then, after they have been publicly exposed for their foolishness, they tend to blame everyone else for what they either said or did, never accepting responsibility for what they do.

It is time for integrity and honor to return to the White House and unfortunately, since most of the GOP--president, vice-president, speaker of the house, and senate majority leader are complicit in the on-going investigation in the Russian hacking and derailing of our democracy--there's only one way to go--we need a new election to remove the taint and stench that hovers over the White House.

It has become apparent, with the barring of the American press from a meeting with Russian officials, that the president is bought and paid for and answers to Vladimir Putin.

Now, it is up to #EverydayAmericans to step up and speak out--demanding an end to the Russian influence by removing the president.

Perhaps, the wise will be able to persuade the simple to vote for an Everyday American--one who is an Everyday American with no political baggage or connections to foreign entities. We shall see!

Great Love!

The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities.For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust. The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. But from everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children—with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts.The LORD has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. Praise the LORD, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word.Praise the LORD, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. Praise the LORD, all his works everywhere in his dominion. Praise the LORD, my soul. Psalm 103:8-22 NIV

How great is the love The Lord has for us! His love--so great--that it covers our sins and forgives us, giving us chance after chance to get living right for Him!

Now The Lord doesn't "cover" our sin so it is hidden; He covered it with His blood that we might be washed clean, emptying the desire out of us to disobey and filling us with commitment to obey. That is not to say we become perfect at any given time, but because of His everlasting, enduring love, we walk in faith, knowing He will correct us when we stray from the path He determined for us.

Are we on the right path--paved with love?

There is a common, foundational belief that whatever is in us is all that will come out of us.

Therefore, in order for us to walk the life path of love He has destined for us, we must be filled to overflowing with His love--allowing the love to flow onto others, saturating them until there is no room in their hearts for hate. So, if hate is what we see coming forth from people it is because that's all they have within their hearts.

How do we change what we see?

Our lives should be "squared" with love, hope, faith and integrity--so that all that escapes from us is an illustration of what is in us. So, if anyone is lacking in love, hope, faith, and integrity, meet up with those who have demonstrated an unyielding love for others and pray that all they have within will be grafted into your heart.

Without love--we will not care for others and make decisions that are best for all.

Without love--we will not see the needs of those who dare to think differently than we do.

Without love--we will not see that all human beings deserve respect.

Without love--we will not understand that there is no superior race of people.

Without love--we will not understand the power of words in what we say, type, write, tweet or wear on a T-shirt.

Without love--we will not appreciate the diversity of cultures that surround us.

Without love--we will not live to be of service to others.

Love understands and reaches out with hope, speaks with integrity and builds relationships with faith.

Hate destroys.

What's in your heart? Whatever is there is all we'll see and no matter what is said, actions always speak louder than words.

Remember, there is no greater love than the love God has poured into us to share with others.

Serving others always begins with love, endures with love, and ends with love.

The Pro-Life Liars!

These men lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush only themselves! Such are the paths of all who go after ill-gotten gain; it takes away the life of those who get it. Out in the open wisdom calls aloud, she raises her voice in the public square; on top of the wall she cries out, at the city gate she makes her speech: “How long will you who are simple love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge? Repent at my rebuke! Then I will pour out my thoughts to you, I will make known to you my teachings. But since you refuse to listen when I call and no one pays attention when I stretch out my hand, since you disregard all my advice and do not accept my rebuke, I in turn will laugh when disaster strikes you; I will mock when calamity overtakes you—when calamity overtakes you like a storm, when disaster sweeps over you like a whirlwind, when distress and trouble overwhelm you. “Then they will call to me but I will not answer; they will look for me but will not find me, since they hated knowledge and did not choose to fear the LORD. Proverbs 1:18-29 NIV

Look at what the "religious right" have managed to do--kill off 24 million Americans and they claim to be "pro-life!"

To be fair--not all of the GOP House betrayed their constituents in order to "give the #WHidiot a sense of a win," and they will reap what they have sown.

But let's look at some of the facts:

• They claim to be pro-life (in the womb) but once a person puts in an appearance, they set them up for premeditated murder.
• In voting to pass a bill that could ultimately keep the most vulnerable from receiving adequate medical, but cutting taxes that benefit only the rich, the GOP House showed its true colors.
• They are the American-bred Terrorists
• Most of them never read the entire bill
• There was session in committee before presenting for vote.
• They ignored most of their constituents who told them (at least that dared to face their constituents) they needed their healthcare
• Hate--against the Black President--drives again--the need for the White-lash against their own people.
• The biggest losers could be (if the Senate is not more responsible) those living in red states (not the ones who flipped).

The consequences are going to be phenomenal when Republicans across the country are going to lose any re-election efforts they push.  The outrage is real, people's lives are real, and they will not forget who jeopardized their health.

So when people say they are "pro-life" ask them if all lives matter; especially those who are impacted by the idiocy that exists in DC and remind them how the GOP voted against providing healthcare for the vulnerable.

It's time to go BLUE all across the country because really, they are the only political party that cares for all people.

 

I'm Listening!

The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young—let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them. If they say, “Come along with us; let’s lie in wait for innocent blood, let’s ambush some harmless soul; let’s swallow them alive, like the grave, and whole, like those who go down to the pit; we will get all sorts of valuable things and fill our houses with plunder; cast lots with us; we will all share the loot”—my son, do not go along with them, do not set foot on their paths; for their feet rush into evil, they are swift to shed blood. How useless to spread a net where every bird can see it! These men lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush only themselves! Such are the paths of all who go after ill-gotten gain; it takes away the life of those who get it. Out in the open wisdom calls aloud, she raises her voice in the public square; on top of the wall she cries out, at the city gate she makes her speech: “How long will you who are simple love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge?Repent at my rebuke! Then I will pour out my thoughts to you, I will make known to you my teachings. But since you refuse to listen when I call and no one pays attention when I stretch out my hand, since you disregard all my advice and do not accept my rebuke, I in turn will laugh when disaster strikes you; I will mock when calamity overtakes you—when calamity overtakes you like a storm, when disaster sweeps over you like a whirlwind, when distress and trouble overwhelm you. “Then they will call to me but I will not answer; they will look for me but will not find me, since they hated knowledge and did not choose to fear the LORD. Since they would not accept my advice and spurned my rebuke, they will eat the fruit of their ways and be filled with the fruit of their schemes. For the waywardness of the simple will kill them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them; but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm.” Proverbs 1

ATTENTION ALL WHO BELIEVED A LIE AND FOLLOWED A MOCKER!

When we listen to God and know He speaks to us because we understand His Word, we avoid falling into the snares and pits plotted for us by those who choose to lie and make a mockery out of those things we hold dear and sacred.

Traditions--established to maintain continuity and stability--especially in how our nation functions--should not be abandoned for the sake of ego. Now we see the consequences daily of ignoring traditions and respecting those which keep us safe from harm.

Those in the White House have disrespected its purpose, its honor, and the history of maintaining order so all Americans can feel safe.

There is no order or stability in the midst of chaos.

There is no honor or integrity in lying and mocking the most important position of the land--governing the people--who will not tolerate a dictator.

I do pray that all the Republicans and Evangelicals, who are about to see how The Lord reveals truth and exposes wickedness thought hidden, can handle the repercussions of promoting a pathological liar whose only desire in obtaining access to the White House was to assuage his ego and to humiliate President Obama and all he tried to do for the benefit of all Americans. No true Believer would have taken part in this mockery of justice and who we are in Christ.

I am a true Believer and I'm listening to God and watching and warning! If people choose not to listen--that's their prerogative and they will have to deal with the consequences of not listening.

It's time for a change--a change in this country's views and actions that can only led by an Everyday American who understands--what all need to survive and thrive in this nation.

When Small Rocks!

“Four things on earth are small, yet they are extremely wise: Ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer; hyraxes are creatures of little power, yet they make their home in the crags; locusts have no king, yet they advance together in ranks; a lizard can be caught with the hand, yet it is found in kings’ palaces. Proverbs 30:24-28 NIV
There are four things which are little on the earth, But they are exceedingly wise: The ants are a people not strong, Yet they prepare their food in the summer; The rock badgers are a feeble folk, Yet they make their homes in the crags; The locusts have no king, Yet they all advance in ranks; The spider skillfully grasps with its hands, And it is in kings’ palaces. Proverbs 30:24-28 NKJV
“Who dares despise the day of small things, since the seven eyes of the LORD that range throughout the earth will rejoice when they see the chosen capstone in the hand of Zerubbabel?” Zechariah 4:10 NIV

They say (whoever "they" is) that the human being is the superior being upon the earth and yet, if we are careful observers of human behavior, there is much reason to doubt that "they" say.
We tend to spend what we don't have, forget about others and think only of selves, and usually get caught up in the most mundane debates and conflicts. Then, because we have seldom reached out to help others, we wonder why--if and when we need--there's no one to be found to help.

That is not to say that whoever is holding out a hand--expecting something to put into it--should be helped. We should all exercise wisdom and discernment--being good stewards over what God has provided us. However, wisdom--when exercised--will reveal to us who is actually in need of help and who is simply scamming people.

Now, reflecting upon the above-referenced passages--can we say, unequivocally--that we are as wise as those little creatures who act so much more responsibly than we do? Do we "prepare" for life or do we simply exist in life? When we have--do we set aside a portion to use another day? Do we take the time to prepare to achieve goals or do we just set them and without any preparation--expect to accomplish anything?

In our current economic state--by now most people know--we need a college education in order to navigate the obstacle course of life. We no longer have access to the "manufacturing job" that only required an ability to follow instructions, therefore not much education was needed to do "rote work" on a job. Now, we need to know how to "think critically" without someone standing over us, telling us what to do.

One of the biggest problems I've observed as an educator is that not many students take any initiative in learning. They wait--expecting to be spoon fed information--and tend to get angry when expected to think. They have been trained to simply regurgitate what they have been told and most--even when they could successfully refute what they've been told, never say a word. This is not an acceptable path of learning.

In order for one to truly learn anything and learn it well, they must be willing to question every aspect of what they're being told or what they discover. It is through questioning that we learn and the more we discover, the more questions we should have. We can conclude we have learned what's needed when we can no longer ask a question about the matter. But how many people understand that concept?

Those in research--the scientist, the discoverers, the inquisitive, understand this concept which makes them valuable assets in any society. They are seldom satisfied with the first or last thing they discovered and keep questioning their findings. This is not a large group of people--comparatively so to the population on the planet--this is a small, dedicated group of people that many don't acknowledge unless something tremendous is found. Though there are a number of people working on a project--those seeking a cure for cancer--it is seldom the small group--that gets the accolades--but they don't care. They just keep going, and going, and going--like the rabbit promoting the battery.

We are admonished not to think lightly or to despise the small things in life, for if we are truly wise, we know that it is the small steps taken by small groups that make a big difference in the lives of others.

Therefore, we prepare for doing big and great things, by taking the first small steps--in whatever it is--we hope to accomplish. First things first--Remember The Name!

Exposed!

Enemies disguise themselves with their lips, but in their hearts they harbor deceit. Though their speech is charming, do not believe them, for seven abominations fill their hearts. Their malice may be concealed by deception, but their wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.Whoever digs a pit will fall into it; if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them. A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin. Proverbs 26:24-28 NIV

One of the reasons that enemies get the best of people is because trusting people simply trust until the enemy is exposed, but sometimes--the exposure comes to late. The very gullible--trust the lying lips and charming speech of those who have no soul and they seldom see beyond the surface of a person's veneer.

How do we know when an enemy lurks within and near? We watch--with guarded hearts and pay attention to whether their actions match their words. Do we see light in their eyes that exposes the transparency of their souls or is there darkness--veiling the evil that fights for control in their soul?

Does the person display paranoid tendencies, claiming someone is always out to get them, following them, or spying on them? Are they constantly complaining about the "false" perceptions others have of them? Are they open to multiple perspectives about issues or are they close-minded, seeking only those they know will agree with them for advice?

Do they think that only what they say is truth and everyone else is a liar?

Is there consistent blame and finger pointing when they refuse to accept responsibility for their own actions?

Years ago, a well-known comedian--Flip Wilson--always made a point of saying in one of his spoofs, "the devil made me do it." Some people--apparently took that literally and accuse the devil of all sorts of things he hasn't done. In fact, the devil can't make anyone do anything other than plant the idea and influence surroundings, but what a person does "their active engagement in anything" is entirely on them. The desire was already within them and they didn't need much to act on their thoughts. If we only do what is right, we never have to fear being exposed for doing wrong.

This is one of the reasons we can rely upon God's Word when we're told through James, that no one should ever say when they are tempted to do something that God tempted them because God will not tempt anyone with evil, but we are drawn into evil by our own lusts--those desires that don't align with God's Word. Reasonably speaking, if God won't make us do anything (we make choices), then the devil won't either. We do what we do because of the desire to do it.

Remember the adage about being able to fool some of the people some of the time, but never all the people, all the time? Those who have discerning spirits--always attentive to the alarms we sense in our spirits when Holy Spirit is warning--know how to recognize the enemy. We watch and take note of all that is not like God and then we warn others, cautioning them to watch as well and not trust a person based upon surface knowledge. Even when we don't know people on a personal level--we can ultimately determine who is leading them simply by paying attention to what they say on social media and how they say it.

The same traits and characteristics we can detect in a person with whom we encounter face-to-face, are detected through what we see said in a "tweet" or a blog post.

The secure individual is not afraid of what others have to say and never expects everyone to agree with them. In fact, they look forward to hearing opposing views and then take the time to scrutinize what has been said and objectively determine whether what was said has merit or not. The secure person is not paranoid and has no fear of what others might do or say to them--they walk in love and The Word tells us that perfect love, casts aside all fears.

The discerning person--hearing what Holy Spirit tells them--will share that insight in an attempt to foil the enemy's plans--exposing them for all they are. Sometimes, exposure comes through the enemy's actions and all the world can see them for what they are. Everything done in darkness or under cover--out of sight--will be exposed to the light of day and scrutinized and judged based upon what is exposed.

There is no cleaning up lies--especially when a person lies about the lies in an attempt to deceive--deliberately--out of greed for power and money.

Knowing in advance that when a person chooses to run for a political office, attempts will be made to "uncover or expose" a person's past, I can rest easy in my decision. There is nothing in my past that hasn't already been publicized in my books in one way or another. My blog posts for the past five years or more have been a mirror into my soul--introspectively--for all who read them. So, I'm continuing the exploratory process, determined to make a difference in America for all Americans.

Deliverance!

The LORD detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him. When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death. The righteousness of the blameless makes their paths straight, but the wicked are brought down by their own wickedness. The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the unfaithful are trapped by evil desires. Proverbs 11:1-6 NIV

At this moment--in the United States of America--we need deliverance--from the schemes of a unstable individual in the White House--whose greed for power and wealth may be the destruction of all mankind.

Though the Evangelical leaders in the church-world, proclaimed that he was God's choice for president, most--who are capable of critical thinking--can see (we're not wearing rose-colored glasses) this was not true. How do we know? We know by the Word!

• God detests liars
• God hates those who cheat others
• God desires peace among nations
• God desires the righteous to defend the rights of the poor and needy
• God is not enamored by those who boast falsely about anything
• God wants us to be faithful to Him and others in all we do
• God honors integrity
• God honors humility
• God honors the upright (those who walk in His righteousness)
• God honors those who seek His wisdom
• God honors those who are quick to listen, but slow to speak
• God honors those who are compassionate
• God honors those who are "living epistles" of the love of Christ

This list could go on and on, but I think I've made the point--that nothing the #WHidiot has done would be honored by God. He's in the White House because Republicans have a need to control others--and what they do in their personal lives--and because they think they are superior to any other group of people and they misuse--or rather misstate--their relationship with God in order to justify what they do.

I've said it before and I'll say it again--and again, and again, and again, until they realize their so-called christianity--is rooted in man's desire to control others. They are the 21st Century Pharisees who think if "religion" is observed in any way other than the way they observe it--it's wrong. And that's the problem with religion--a situation in which mere mortals concoct ideologies and rules for others to obey.

Relationship with God through Jesus Christ is all about a desire to please Him, not men. Within the relationship--we are free to communicate with God through Holy Spirit and the Written Word and seek wisdom and direction without condemnation. Within the relationship--we allow Holy Spirit to control us--not the dictates of men. Within the relationship--we know that God is pro-choice because He has given mankind choice from the garden and will to the end.

Deliverance--comes in being free to worship the God of creation and knowing that all things created were created by Him and without Him, nothing was created. It is through our relationship with God that we know true deliverance and once we understand that deliverance--nothing mere man does can ever hold us in bondage again.

The Deliverer--Jesus Christ--has delivered us from the bondage of sin and everything that God hates and despises--once we accept Him into our lives and willingly give Him control over all we think, say, or do. That's deliverance! And it's why I'll continue to proclaim that the Evangelical leaders lied to people when they said, God chose a president who does not honor Him in any way.

Now, perhaps--just maybe--some will be delivered from the bondage in which they're held in their faith in man over God by reading my blog posts--angrily or not--and will seek understanding of how God functions in the earth today, through His Word and right relationship with Him.

Win With Favor!

My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. Proverbs 3:1-7 NIV

I am amazed and grateful for the support I've received from those who acknowledged my intent for a presidential run in 2020. As I said before, this time over the next few months will be used in my quest to determine the feasibility and the needs of others. I am concerned about the welfare of all people so I must make sure that I represent the needs of all people.

What I bring to the table for a presidential run is this: A desire to see all Americans thrive; especially the 98% who were not privy to the access of wealth (some born into it) of the other 2%. When I speak on behalf of the 98%; it is from the experience of living as we do, enduring what many have endured, and overcoming as many have overcome--without gaining wealth by cheating, lying, or humiliating others. Beyond my flaws and shortcomings, I still have much to offer this country if I'm elected president.

This is how I've explained what I have to offer to others:

• I fully recognize that I don't know everything I need to know to be president of the United States, but I'm also wise enough to know how to find those people who know all I don't know.
• I am a qualified educator (with multiple degrees), an avid reader and prolific writer.
• I am more than just an educator; I am a life-long learner and look forward to learning something new every day.
• I am both compassionate and passionate and believe in standing up for all who are unable to fight back for themselves.
• I am a committed Believer in The Word and in my relationship with Jesus Christ (though I know there are some who think a liberal can't be a Christian--based on what I've seen of the "far-right Christians," I'm better at being more like Jesus than they will ever be).
• I know many of the issues that plague women--especially women of color--because I experienced them through living.
• I know the challenge of trying to raise a family on minimum wage jobs as a single parent and yet never giving up.
• I know the challenges of creating an environment and opportunities needed for a quality education because I've taught in some of the most difficult situations and yet managed to inspire students to excel, in spite of their circumstances.
• I know the importance of the need for equality in pay for women who are working just as hard as their male counterparts, but often in more challenging situations.
• I know the challenges that many grandparents face on a daily basis trying to raise grandchildren because I'm doing just that.
• I know the challenges many senior citizens face because I am one and my husband I face those same challenges.
• I know the challenges students face in trying not to get involved with negative behaviors and in rebelling against parents because I was a rebellious teenager.

The list could go on, and when the time comes--it shall.  I know what I know because I've lived it and even with all the experiences I've had, I don't know it all and so I need to hear from those who have "learned to appreciate life because of having lived it" and want others to learn from their experiences.
I'm knowledgeable in a number of areas, but realize I have much to learn and will spend time seeking those who know to help me understand what I don't know.

My interest in running for president is not just a "reaction" to the current inept administration (though that is part of it), but it is more about caring about all Americans and doing what I can for them and in maintaining peace throughout the world.  Plans are coming together--rather quickly--and with the help of those who have already offered I should be able to present initial ideas for policy plans that will lift all Americans--to whatever standard they want to reach.

I don't presume to know what all Americans need or want, but I will be asking questions and I hope as many Americans as possible will respond to a survey that will be available in the coming weeks.
Whether I continue to making that decision to becoming a candidate for President remains to be seen, but if I do and even if I lose--I will still have won and become a better person for the experience of a lifetime. With the favor of the Lord showered upon me, I win!

The Favor of The Lord is Upon Me!

When Getting Weary!

It is not surprising, then, if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve. I repeat: Let no one take me for a fool. But if you do, then tolerate me just as you would a fool, so that I may do a little boasting. In this self-confident boasting I am not talking as the Lord would, but as a fool. Since many are boasting in the way the world does, I too will boast. You gladly put up with fools since you are so wise! In fact, you even put up with anyone who enslaves you or exploits you or takes advantage of you or puts on airs or slaps you in the face. To my shame I admit that we were too weak for that! Whatever anyone else dares to boast about—I am speaking as a fool—I also dare to boast about. Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they Abraham’s descendants? So am I. Are they servants of Christ? (I am out of my mind to talk like this.) I am more. I have worked much harder, been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and been exposed to death again and again. Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my fellow Jews, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false believers. I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked. Besides everything else, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches. Who is weak, and I do not feel weak? Who is led into sin, and I do not inwardly burn? If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. 2 Corinthians 11:15-30 NIV

In a moment of weakness today, I fell short of being compassionate and forgiving in my thought life because I'm weary.

I'm weary of the unending corruption we see revealed in the news on the part of elected officials. I'm weary of the self-righteous pseudo-christians who are nothing but hypocrites. I'm weary of people disrespecting others demonstrating their bigotry and hatred on a daily basis. I'm weary of the intolerance shown towards by many who think they're the only ones who have a right to an opinion. I'm weary of people defending the #WHidiot because there is no defense for him. He is a lying, cheating, fraudulent con artist who has manipulated the GOP into going along with his buffoonery and the Russian hacking. I'm weary of his "posturing" running his mouth like babbling brook. I'm weary of his rhetoric which could end all life as we know trying to be something he's not. Yes, I'm weary, but so was Paul and since he never gave up, neither will I.

I may resort to being "silent" on a matter for a few days, but it won't stop me from airing my views in other venues. America cannot allow the idiot in the White House to continue with his "agenda" that may include engaging in a war we won't win. We didn't win in Korea before and we won't now.

Of course, Russia has no problem with the US engaging the maniac in N. Korea for once it is established that we've used up resources fighting in that corner, Russia will just sneak in the back door left open by the idiot and then we'll all be screwed.

The more I see the complacency demonstrated by those who support the idiot, the more I'm determined that I'm going to do something about it. And the first step may just be--giving him a run for his money in 2020. Not only will I make a presidential run; I'll encourage anyone who has more to offer Americans than this idiot--to run as well--rhetorically and literally so he'll know--we are sick and tired of being weary with him in the White House.

So, when we get weary, it's a good time to refresh and get ready to fight back--even more determined than ever to make a difference.