My thoughts on the assassination of Charlie Kirk

 It has been several days since the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah, and I wasn't sure I would be writing anything about this devasting event...

First I want to lift up Erika, and their children in prayer to comfort them in this incredibly difficult time.  I can't imagine what they are going through, but pray that the Lord continues to surround them with family and friends to help carry them through the difficult days and years ahead.

There have been so many people who have been posting positive messages about Charlie and the impact he has made in speaking out the Word of God and connecting to people across America. Regardless of age, he was always engaging with people and willing to discuss and debate topics in a manner that was calm and respectful. It was a definite gift from God that Charlie was able to remain calm even when confronting people who hated and reviled him. One thing I remember in watching Charlie was the fact that even when having a conversation with someone of an opposing view, he always made sure they were able to have their say. He would shutdown dissenters of the speaker so their side could be heard.

On the flip side, the amount of disgusting and vile comments from the left has confounded me. I know there are people who disagreed with Charlie's positions, but the level of hate just goes to show you that the god of this world is still very active. It reminds me of Revelation 11:7-10:

Revelation 11:7–10 (NKJV)

The Witnesses Killed

7 When they finish their testimony, the beast that ascends out of the bottomless pit will make war against them, overcome them, and kill them. 8 And their dead bodies will lie in the street of the great city which spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, where also our Lord was crucified. 9 Then those from the peoples, tribes, tongues, and nations will see their dead bodies three-and-a-half days, and not allow their dead bodies to be put into graves. 10 And those who dwell on the earth will rejoice over them, make merry, and send gifts to one another, because these two prophets tormented those who dwell on the earth.

People have been dancing and celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk. It truly shows how sick the world is and is need of the "great" physician - Jesus.

As I write this the person who assassinated Charlie has been captured. Turned in by his own family once they recognized him. We still don't know the full motivation, but there has been speculation that he had been radicalized to some of the left's propaganda. We will have to wait and see what comes of it, but it does make us as Christians need to stop and not become hypocrites and begin to judge the shooter. Instead we need to be praying for him and his family as this has no doubt been devastating to them as well.

We could all speculate on the whys and be angry, but would Charlie Kirk really want that of us? The answer is a resounding "No". We need to step up in our faith and be ever more Christ-like and step out boldly in proclaiming the "Good News" and engaging the hurting world we are traveling through. There is work that needs to be done, and we must multiply and pick up the mantel of Charlie Kirk and carry on the discussion walking in the love of Christ and not compromise God's unerring Word. This is not the time to shrink back or hide. We must follow the examples provided us through Jesus and His servant Charlie Kirk.

Continue to pray for Erika, the kinds, the mission of Turning Point U.S.A., and our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world and especially for those being persecuted.

Additional Contributors Coming Soon

 I am excited to announce I am presently working to add additional contributors to this blog to help continue to promote biblical views and encourage men and women of God to step up and be the Watchmen on the Wall.

To proclaim the good news, to monitor and report on the times we live in. So that as Christians we can spread the Gospel and help people understand were we are in God's timing. In doing so we must use the clock of Israel.

Land and Illegals

Well this original post was going to talk about the world's double standard regarding the immigration around the world into Europe and especially the United States due to the wide open borders perpetuated by liberal leaders. They were allowing unchecked illegal immigrants crossing the borders with dubious backgrounds (i.e. drug traffickers/dealers, terrorists, spies and dangerous gang members to name a few) from Central and South America, Middle East, Eastern Europe, and China.

There was a great deal of discussions about the massive flood of illegals coming into the United States. There some individuals and groups in the United states saying that the government should just let them in, many of these are the same ones that want to allow non-U.S. citizens the ability to vote, and receive free medical and welfare assistance without contributing to these funds. It means the the American taxpayers are footing the bill while these same individuals have to pay for their own medical and such. These liberal individuals says it is unfair for to prevent them from coming in, but these individuals are using these illegals to overthrow our Republic which is the target of the modern Democratic party.

Which seems odd in that every country has a sovereign right to protect their borders and to set standards/requirements for entry. The very same people and countries continue to attack the United States government for wanting to control our borders have rules and controls protecting their borders. Why the double standard?

This blog post was precipitated by a meme that I saw posted on Facebook and shared by a friend that just started me thinking further on the absurdity of the liberal media and liberals in general for their double standard...

The meme was of a Native American that read: "I hate to tell you this...but your all illegal aliens."

Well sadly, if the truth be told, that would mean that the Native Americans are illegals too. How can I say that...well the Native Americans (I'll call them that for easy reference) didn't just suddenly appear on the North American continent. They emigrated here from somewhere else. From where you may ask...glad you did, but I will need to lay down some basic ground rules...my view point comes from the Bible - The Word of God and Creator of the universe.

The migratory path led them from the Middle East across the world and to the East across the Bering Strait through North America down to South America.

So you can debate the extent of tribal governments power over a particular piece of land all you want. The early European settlers had government charters to settle in North America. 

So liberal hypocrites if you don't believe in this legitimacy,  then let me direct your attention back to the Middle East and Israel.  The land occupied by Israel is only a fraction of the actual territory that belongs to Israel and the Jewish people. The land was given by God, the creator of the universe. One day God's promise to them will return this land to them at the time of the New Jerusalem during Jesus' millennial reign on the planet Earth.

All of the pro-Palestinian protestors have been brain-washed and have neve learned the historical facts that there are no such land/country known as Palestine. So that means there are no such people as Palestinians. That name wasn't used until Roman's occupation of the Holy Lands, and their attempt to bury the culture and history of Israel.

As Christians, we must remember our Lord and Savior is Jewish. That God has a plan for both Israel and the Church (Christian) that are both distinct and different. We need to as Christians continue to pray for Israel and for those who are coming to know Jesus.

Faithlife launches new Logos 8 across all platforms

What's new this week?

Lots going on with political candidates working hard in their last week to get out that one extra vote that will send them to the respective jobs they are vying for. For me the end of the political season means an end to huge amount of political/candidate mailers that have plagued our mail carriers, our recycling bins, etc. Not to mention the barrage on television. Will be glad to see them go.

But that's not what this post is about, it is about something far more important and exciting. What is that you may ask?

Faithlife has launched its newest release of Logos Bible software. I have been a strong support of Logos and user of their Bible software since 2004. It is truly an incredible tool in order to study God's Word and grow in your relationship with the Father. I have seen the jump in ability from Logos 3 to Logos 4 and the incremental improvements through Logos 7. But Logos 8 is a complete and total jump on its own. They have incorporated new tools to dig into scripture to learn and grow. Not only have they revamped their PC and MAC desktop versions, but they release simultaneously new versions of their Mobile apps (Android and iOS), and the web app at http://app.logos.com. All of this occurred on Monday, October 29th.

There is so much that they have improved or enhanced to make using resources from your library that the thought that Logos is a digital assistant becomes so much more apparent. Although I have been busy reviewing some of Morris Proctor's quick start videos - for those unfamiliar with Morris Proctor, he is the official Logos trainer (https://mpseminars.com) and spent only a few hours reviewing this latest update. I am increasingly excited about this latest offering from Logos.

I plan to in the weeks ahead to provide some further reviews of different aspects of Logos 8. In the meantime, click the Logos 8 link to the right to go directly to Faithlife's site and see.

Be blessed and we'll see you soon.

Arise Watchmen for Christ

Hello, I have been away for far too long. I started writing this blog in 2009 and realized my last entry was seven years ago. Sadly the times between my last entry and now have been years of turmoil and confusion. Christians are not immune to being lost in the wilderness. l will not bore anyone with the details, but suffice it to say l have been struggling. So l am asking for prayer so l can once again take my place on the wall.

2018 has brought some fresh clarity to my life. My wife and l had for some time been searching for a home church which we did right around the holidays last year. Of course when you believe God has brought you someplace, the enemy tries to throw a wrench in it. That's what happened in March. l had a major sinus infection that put me in the hospital, just as we were joining a small group at an church. Long story short we missed the entire session because of being ill and surgery. What l realized was God placed us there, because we met people there who didn't know us but were there praying for us.

lt is amazing how spiritually uplifting this can be. It has been a revitalization and renewing of my heart to grow in the Word.

Although it is not bad to enjoy things in God's world, they should not be your primary focus. One "must" invest in ones spiritual growth. It takes time and energy.

So begins a new chapter as l pick up where l left off in pursuit of God's plan. Please join me in praying for God's guidance, wisdom, and direction in the hearts and minds of believers. For the safety and preservation of Israel, Finally, that America will turn it heart and allegiance back to the Father.

In Christ - Amen

What will it take for America to wake up?

On the eve of the 10th anniversary of 9/11, I have to ask have we learned anything? Sadly I don't think so. Too many people seem to be totally complacent about the attack or that it could happen again.

America is at war. It isn't about territory, but ideological. Whether you want to accept it or not America was founded on Jude--Christian foundations. These beliefs are 180 degrees from Islam. Islamic extremists want to impose an Islamic state in the U.S. using sharia laws. Don't believe it that Islam is a peaceful religion. All you need to do is read what their tenets say in the quran and hadith.

Unfortunately many who follow Islam have been deceived as to the truth of what is being taught.

Muhammad stole and twisted much of Christian and Jewish beliefs as a way of gaining power and being a corrupting influence. If Islam is allowed to expand its corrupting influence they will force people to convert or die by the sword. Read and study it for yourself, don't take my word.

Islam is evil, deceptive, and a force that must be stopped.

America don't continue to sleep. Don't let those who perished on 9/11 be in vain. We must be vigilant and vote in strong representatives who will stand for what America was found on. We cannot have our government sweep aside our constitution.

We must return to our roots of a country grounded on God's Word. We must not let the left, liberal media, or organizations like the ACLU dictate what we should believe. If you don't like America, then try another country. I guarantee there is no better place on Earth.

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Can America Wake Up?

Can America wake up from its listlessness? We have lost our moral ground, our sense of community, and our desire to be a true beacon in a world becoming darker with each passing day. We were once called a sleeping giant that Yamamoto warned Japan about before the attack on Pearl Harbor. We get attacked and we beat the ceremonial drums for a short time then go back to sleep. Our military - may God bless them and keep them safe - is risking all daily while politicians play politics and are so concerned about their comfy offices. It doesn't matter what party they are all pathetic and need to be voted out. This garbage of life-time/career politicians needs to stop. They are strangling America. Wake up America, we can do better.

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