Pentagon Disinvites Franklin Graham from Prayer Event

The U.S. Army on Thursday withdrew an invitation to a Franklin Graham because he has the audacity to speak the truth. In an interview last year with CNN, Graham said "true Islam" was too violent to be practiced in the United States.

"You can't beat your wife. You cannot murder your children if you think they've committed adultery or something like that, which they do practice in these other countries," he said.

"I don't agree with the teachings of Islam and I find it to be a very violent religion."

How dare anyone disagree with beating your wife? Who knows, they may soon have wife-beating awards to wear on the soldiers' chests... You go ARMY!

Pentagon disinvites evangelist who scorned Islam | Reuters

GO10 Walk

On April 5th, a historic walk began in Glennville, GA. Laura Belle Barnard, the first international missionary Free Will Baptists sent out, attended the Glennville FWB Church before leaving for India in 1935. The GO10 Walk for the World, a 2,500-mile walk that covers a route commemorating major events in Barnard’s life, began at this church. The purpose of this walk is to challenge youth to consider their role in reaching the nations with the Gospel in their generation.

Thanks to an anonymous donor this unique walk-a-thon has the potential to raise more than a million dollars to share the Gospel with those who have never heard it. So far there are 1,083 walkers registered and $225,451.19 donated online in this historic event.

Pray for Joe Wilson and volunteers who help him coordinate this event. Pray also for safety and health for those walking the different segments. Pray for walkers from Heritage FWB Church as we walk on May 27. The walk will end at the site of our national conference in Oklahoma City on July 20. Check out the website for more information or to participate... I really need the sponsors! www.go10walk.com/dock.

Obama's Radical Recess Appointments

President Barack Obama is using the Congressional recess to make his wildest appointments. Two of these individuals are so radical they couldn't even be confirmed by a Democratic-controlled Senate. Obviously, there is no way we should condone such behavior by a President, but it's hard to not be impressed by his deviously silent maneuvering... Even to get beyond the very liberal Democrats as he continues to deliver on his promises to the homosexual activist community.

Lesbian activist, Chai Feldblum has been nominated to be commissioner for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. She is for "superior rights for homosexuals," and which is very dangerous for our country." Speaking at a forum in 2004, Feldblum stated that "gay sex is morally good."

Andrea Lafferty has stated that "sexual liberty trumps religious liberty," she's opposed the Boy Scouts being able to determine who should be Scout leaders, and she also is the author of ENDA (the Employment Non-Discrimination Act), which is a bill that will force Christians and everybody to have to hire transgendered people.

For more on these appointments see...

Obama's radical recess appointments (OneNewsNow.com)
President taps lesbian activist to EEOC (OneNewsNow.com)

Job or Ministry?

Some people have a job in the church.
Others involve themselves in ministry.

What’s the difference?

If you do it just because no one else will... it’s a job!
If you do it to serve God... it’s a ministry!

If you quit because someone criticized you... it’s a job!
If you kept on serving in spite of criticism... it’s a ministry!

If you’ll do it only so long as it doesn’t interfere with other things... it’s a job!
If you’re committed to staying with it... it’s a ministry!

If you quit because no one ever praised or thanked you... it’s a job!
If you stay even though no one notices your efforts... it’s a ministry!

If you do it because someone else said it needs to be done... it’s a job!
If you do it because you sensed God saying it needs to be done... it’s a ministry!

It’s hard to get excited about a job.
It’s almost impossible not to get excited about a ministry!

An average church is filled with people doing jobs!
A great and growing church is filled with people involved in ministry!

Have you considered your ministry lately?

President Obama Loved Biden's F-Bomb?

Great... The offices of our United States President and Vice President are getting more vulgar every day. In fact, if you ask Joe Biden, his use of foul language isn't a big deal to the President of the United States.

Apparently Joe Biden is "laughing off" his use of a profanity on the national stage as it was picked up by nearby live microphones. He used the "f-word" during the White House ceremony surrounding President Obama's signing of the Democratic healthcare reform bill.

After a his introduction of the president, Biden leaned into Obama and stated: "This is a big [expletive] deal." (View video report from Associated Press)

Now... Even worse... On Wednesday night in the vice president told supporters at a fundraiser that Obama was not upset by his use of profanity in the setting. According to the report, Biden quoted President Obama as saying he considered "Joe's comment" as the "best thing" about the nationally televised signing ceremony.

So these are the men who are our leaders? One would at least expect an apology.

President Obama Loved Biden's F-Bomb? - Special Report w/ Bret Baier - FOXNews.com

NCAA Strikes Out Hate Speech

Straight from the Associated Press...

"The National Collegiate Athletic Association removed a Focus on the Family banner ad from one of its Web sites this week, NCAA spokesman Bob Williams said Wednesday.

The NCAA made the decision after some of its members - including faculty and athletic directors - expressed concern that the evangelical group’s stance against gay and lesbian relationships conflicted with the NCAA’s policy of inclusion regardless of sexual orientation, Williams said.

The ad in question was not about sexuality. It featured a father holding his son and the words, “All I want for my son is for him to grow up knowing how to do the right thing.” Like the Tebow ad, it included the address of Focus on the Family’s Web site and the slogan, “Celebrate Family. Celebrate Life.”

Focus on the Family spokesman Gary Schneeberger said that if such material were “all of a sudden labeled hate speech, we have deeper problems in our country than we even know.”"

What a hateful ad! This is only the beginning of the America's crack down on "hate speech." Need I say more?

Merry Christmas

Pray for Our Country

Praying for our country as President Obama signs legislation at 11:00 today that will outlaw the teachings of Jesus Christ. Christians and other believers will now become targets for persecution and prosecution because of this law. This ‘hate crimes’ bill will make as many as 30 different sexual orientations into federally-protected minority groups.

Congress Passes Pedophile Protection Act

Happy Pastor Appreciation Month! A wonderful present was given to our pastors yesterday as Congress passed legislation that will criminalize particular thoughts. If passed into law, it will be illegal to have a thought that any sexual orientation is wrong. It will be a federal offense to preach against any sexual orientation.

If signed into law, it will give pedophiles, voyeurs, and exhibitionists special protections, which is why the bill has correctly been called "The Pedophile Protection Act." In fact, during consideration of H.R. 1913, the Democrats made clear the intent not to define sexual orientation at all. In fact, they voted down (on party lines) an amendment offered by Rep. King to exclude pedophilia (sexual orientation toward a child) as a sexual orientation covered by the bill.

It's amazing that they are making up this "crisis." According to FBI data (Crime in the United States, 2006, and Hate Crime Statistics, 2006), anti-homosexual "hate crimes" account for a miniscule fraction of total crimes in the United States:

• None of the recorded 17,034 murders that occurred in 2006 (0 percent) occurred as a result of "bias motivation" because of the sexual orientation of the victim.
• None of the recorded 92,455 forcible rapes that occurred in 2006 (0 percent) were reported as being a result of bias motivation because of the victim's sexual orientation.
• Of the recorded 860,853 aggravated assaults in 2006, 267 (.03 percent) were classified as bias motivation because of the victim's sexual orientation.

Also note that they attached this legislation to H.R. 2647, which is the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010" which will almost assuredly be passed. Yes, the purveyors of pedophilia are quite shrewd.

I have already contacted my Senators to vote against this bill will continue to pray that it does not become law. I urge my friends and all Christians to take action: Contact your Senators and please pray for our pastors.

References

1. MCCAUL: Democrats Exploit Troops as Cover to Pass Hate Crimes Legislation
2. Conference Report for H.R. 2647 - National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2010
3. 'Hate Crime' Laws: A Phony "Crisis" Intended To Suppress Free Speech - FRC
   
4. Tell Congress to vote 'No!' on 'thought crimes' bill - AFA
   

Right There in the Middle

Brenda and I were so touched by the following letter from a mother of one of her former students, that I just had to share...

Last week, Zeke went to see the doctor for his kindergarten physical. During his exam, the doctor mentioned that she heard a slight heart murmur. Therefore, Zeke will have to go see a pediatric cardiologist to be tested to verify that the heart murmur is innocent. Josiah, my oldest son, had to undergo that testing when he was younger, so I was not as overly concerned this time around.

I began to explain to Zeke that he had to go into a machine that would take pictures of his heart and the doctors and nurses would look at the pictures. He then asked me, "Will they see God?" Not fully understanding what he was asking, I explained that "No, they won't see God. They will see the outside and top and bottom of your heart."

He then replied, "Yeah, I think He's in the middle."

I wanted to thank you for affirming... to Zeke that when he asked God into his heart, God was there right in the middle whether or not the doctors could see him. I pray you have had a blessed summer and that God continues to provide you with opportunities to teach this most important truth to many more children.

God bless Zeke and his family!

Be Heard!

Be Heard Project - A Special Message from Future Nurses of America from beheard

Our President is continuing to push his policies of death and hate. The latest onslaught on our children is by way of removing the "Conscience Clause" from the way that our medical personnel are allowed to do business. The "Conscience Clause" was passed by the U.S. Congress which required that hospitals not be penalized for failing to engage in abortion procedures. The legislation passed easily. But now, President Obama wants to require all medical professionals to participate in the destruction of children or face criminal charges.

Please, speak out against this action by our pro-abortion President!

Killer On the Loose

Eighteen and pregnant, Sycloria Williams went to an abortion clinic outside Miami and paid $1,200 for Dr. Pierre Jean-Jacque Renelique to terminate her 23-week pregnancy.

Three days later, she sat in a reclining chair, medicated to dilate her cervix and otherwise get her ready for the procedure.

Only Renelique didn’t arrive in time. According to Williams and the Florida Department of Health, she went into labor and delivered a live baby girl. Sycloria watched the baby "moving and making noises for approximately five minutes," according to an affidavit in support of Gonzalez's arrest warrant.

What Williams and the Health Department say happened next has shocked people on both sides of the abortion debate: One of the clinic’s owners, who has no medical license, Belkis Gonzalez, entered the room, used a pair of shears to cut the baby's umbilical cord, then "scooped up the baby and placed the live baby, placenta and afterbirth in a red plastic biohazard bag, which she sealed, and then threw bag and the baby in a trash can."

Police recovered the decomposing remains in a cardboard box a week later after getting anonymous tips.

After the outcry of many citizens throughout our country, authorities in Florida have finally filed charges against Belkis Gonzalez. She faces a second-degree felony count of unlicensed practice of a health care profession resulting in serious bodily injury and a third-degree felony count of tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, authorities said Tuesday.

She was arrested and taken into custody, prosecutors said. If convicted, she faces a minimum sentence of a year in jail.

HOW CAN THIS NOT BE MURDER?!?!?

References:

Washington Times - Abortion doctor loses state license

CNN - Charges Filed Against Clinic Co-Owner in Abortion Case

Nine Hours of Hope - DASHED by Obama

It took less than nine hours for President Obama to put down

"that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness."

It took less than nine hours for his staff to affirm that ALL DO NOT DESERVE A CHANCE. And to believe that I had hope in this president . . . I had prayed that he was an honest and truthful man. Even when many said "we will see," I really tried to believe him and trust him . . . But it took less than nine hours to dash all my hope for our children to get a fair chance.

Apparently, officials with the new administration have revealed that President Obama will repeal a ban on U.S. taxpayer funding of foreign abortions on his first day in office. World Net Daily reports: "Fed coffers to be opened for worldwide abortions."

I followed up on this and looked his "agenda" at www.whitehouse.gov to find that President Obama has already announced that he "will make preserving women's rights under Roe v. Wade a priority in his Adminstration." (Note: Apparently in a hurry to get this published, his staff skipped the spell-checking and correction of Administration.)

How could the man be so bold to tell us that everyone deserves a chance and then so quickly turn around to destroy that chance for millions of Americans? I know that's what he had promised before the elections, but I was praying for a change of heart. I was praying for an ethical man of compassion . . . Not some monster who is salivating at the prospect of killing our children. Dear Lord, help us.

Obama Invokes God's Promise of Life

"The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness." - President Barack Obama

So begins the Obama legacy . . . I thank God for the words that our new President has chosen. I know that the words were carefully chosen and studied . . . They were not just spouted without thought. Those words have never rung truer than during this week: National Sanctity of Human Life Week.

I take this opportunity to thank our new President and to give him credit for great words. I am praying that this man follows through on his statement ALL DESERVE A CHANCE! I am praying that he has the courage to end abortion now and ensure that Americans actually DO have a chance. What a great day for the United States . . . Finally a president who will bring an end to the killing of pre-born children.

Looking forward to the Presidential Order to end abortion this week . . .

George W. Bush: Bible Not Literally True

We have seen it through his actions, have heard him mention it, but now George W. Bush has made it very clear that He DOES NOT hold the same Christian beliefs of many of his supporters. His interview on Nightline focused on his religious beliefs and interpretation of the Bible. Of course, anyone with an ounce of discernment should not have been surprised to hear him say that he does not take the Bible's words literally, that evolution and Christianity can co-exist, and that people of other religions probably pray to the same Supreme Being he claims to pray to.

During these last days of his Presidency, he seems to have given up on trying to pull the wool over Christian eyes, loosening his lips and his politically charged mindset enough to allow such devastating words to become public. His actions over the past eight years weren't enough for many to recognize that his words outlining peace and compassion were empty. His economic conservatism was exposed after our economy collapsed under his open wallet policies, now his social conservatism ploy is under scrutiny. In fact, now he's turning socialist as he's doing his best to governmentalize as many businesses as he can.

So, what are his Christian supporters saying now? Will any of them rebuke their "Christian" President for his apostasy? If they choose to back a man just because he CLAIMS to be a Christian, but does not act according to the Lord's values, why not support Barack Obama the same way? He claims to be a Christan. Why? He is a Democrat. You see, it's not principle; it's partisan politics that matters, after all.

For an excellent article concerning this interview, I encourage you to read Chuck Baldwin -- Where Are Dobson And PCC Now?

Stop Being USED by the Republicans

I am so tired of the Republicans USING Christians just for elections and never doing what they promised. For six years, they controlled the White House, the Senate, the House of Representatives, the Supreme Court . . . And what did they do?

They raised our taxes, they increased federal regulations, they got us deeper and deeper in debt, and they did NOTHING to stop the killing of our children. Year after year Ron Paul, has proposed the Sanctity of Life Act four times and George W. Bush has never promoted the passage of a bill that would protect our children.

This bill, which unfortunately always died in committee, declares that: (1) human life shall be deemed to exist from conception, without regard to race, sex, age, health, defect, or condition of dependency; and (2) the term "person" shall include all such human life. Recognizes that each state has authority to protect the lives of unborn children residing in the jurisdiction of that state .

It further amends the federal judicial code to remove Supreme Court and district court jurisdiction to review cases arising out of any statute, ordinance, rule, regulation, or practice, or any act interpreting such a measure, on the grounds that such measure: (1) protects the rights of human persons between conception and birth; or (2) prohibits, limits, or regulates the performance of abortions or the provision of public funds, facilities, personnel, or other assistance for abortions.

Surely, no thinking Christian could possibly believe that the Republicans are going to change their ways. It is just another lie to get their vote. If elected, Chuck Baldwin will stop the killing of pre-born children. That is why I am praying for his success!

Lesser of Two Evils?

For several years, as my children can attest, we worked hard for the Republican party and for conservative American values that we cherished. We saw candidates who spoke with conviction about the God they served and the Bible they believed. Those men were easy to support.

As the years passed, I began to see the candidates change. The Biblical conviction was lacking and the public record of "doing the right thing" was thin. I started to see that the Republican candidates, in spite of much rhetoric, were a lot like the Democratic candidates. They were both headed the same direction on most issues. (Just one was going there faster than the other.) As I worked the polls, I also saw something else . . . Those voters who were once so happy to cast their vote, were leaving the polling place without any zeal or excitement about their candidate. The problem is, they were voting for "the lesser of two evils."

The right to vote is a great privilege, not to be taken lightly. A vote for a bad candidate is a vote that has been squandered. There are many issues which must be weighed; including the bailout failed business with our tax money, a time to bring our soldiers home, the protection of our countries borders, the use of our resources for the United Nations . . . But of highest importance to me is the saving of human life. I have reviewed the candidates, their positions, and their records. Their record and words speak very clearly. On the question of saving the children, I have three choices . . .

1. A man who will allow many children to be killed -
   abortion for any reason.
   
   
2. A man who will allow some children to be killed-
   some abortion and embryonic experiments.
   
   
3. A man who will protect all children -
   ending legalized abortion.

I am accountable every opportunity made available to me. James 4:17 tells me that "one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin." So I ask, is it right to vote for the man who will end abortion, or is it right to vote for one of the others who will not?

Chuck Baldwin is the man who will honor things which I know are true. While leaning that direction for a while, I became fully convinced this week when he was endorsed by Ron Paul for President. This year, I'm not choosing the lesser of two evils; I'm choosing Chuck Baldwin.

Let the TRUTH be Heard

Mourning Losses and Giving Thanks

Yesterday, we went swimming in the Cascade Falls near Fall Creek Falls, TN. The weather was great and the water was refreshing. Sissy and Alissa swam with me; and Alissa adored the slide down the rock face into the water.

On the flip side, we are have a GREAT vacation. I have really enjoyed the time I've gotten to spend with my family. These memories will last forever. I am also very thankful for the restful morning schedule that allows me to spend time with the Lord on the deck with my Bible and a cup of coffee.

Matt and I had a great time on the golf course this morning. Stonehenge Golf Course is beautiful; and even though I'm a terrible golfer, I had a great time with my son-in-law.

God continues to bless me well beyond anything I deserve. I am so thankful to be able to serve Him. He has allowed me to place scriptures in several people's hands this week I know that His Word does not return void, and that it will accomplish the Lord's purposes in the lives it touches. Please pray for these that God has placed in my path.

Can God Use a Child?

A few days ago, I pulled out the riding lawn mower to cut the lawn. (Thanks for the gift, Greg!) Our granddaughter, Cassie, was here and wanted to ride along with me. I thought this was a great idea too; So I put her in the driver's seat, I sat on the back of the seat, and off we went! This was not a very comfortable ride for me, but I thought it would be great for our relationship and generally a lot of fun.

We started with the back yard which is not much more than converted woods with some grass. It has several pot holes, obstacles, trees and other challenges. Cassie screamed several times from the excitement which may have been coupled with fright, especially when we would cut a sharp corner or bank down the hill. It was clear that she was definitely getting a rush from the ride.

When we first started, I found that there were several times that Cassie exerted her will with the steering wheel. It was surprising what a little adrenaline could do to the strength of a three year-old. Unfortunately, she didn't have the same vantage point that I did. She couldn't see the obstacles and her maneuvers generally led to a rougher ride and caused us to miss the target. While she was wanting to help, many of her efforts actually inhibited our progress on the overall objective of getting the grass cut.

Eventually, Cassie learned to trust me more and to control the steering less. The ride got smoother, she was able to relax and enjoy herself more, and the job got accomplished quicker. We have had a couple of repeat performances and have always had a wonderful time. I believe that these simple pleasures will cherished by both of us for years to come.

Now how God used my three year-old granddaughter to teach me . . .

My Heavenly Father has placed me in the driver's seat and has allowed this rich fellowship so that His will is accomplished, but more importantly for my relationship with Him to be strengthened. The things that He wants accomplished on this earth would be simpler if He just did them Himself. But, this is the way God has chosen to work.

This life that He is guiding me through is filled with many obstacles. Often times, I try to take control, thinking that I know His will, only to find that it makes the ride rougher and can actually hinder God's plan. Sometimes I even try to take control simply because of my selfish desires. But as I have learned to know God, my trust in Him has grown. From the actions He takes, it's obvious that He has a much better vantage point and can steer me around the obstacles and dangers. Sometimes, the dangers must be taken on directly; but only as He directs for His purposes.

Oh Lord, thank you for your patience with me. Please help me to trust you completely and enjoy the life where you have placed me for your purposes. Help my relationship with you to grow and help me to cherish the times we have spent together until the time that we will be face to face.

Ban on Sex for Soldiers Lifted

Single Soldiers and civilians working for the U.S. military in Afghanistan can now have sex legally. So rather than encourage good and moral behavior, our government is now encouraging sin in this area too. Please pray for our soldiers . . . Things are not getting better. The whole article may be found in the Stars and Stripes.