tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69933333114806392602011-12-28T16:58:44.987-06:00Conquerors in Christ is for those who are struggling with life. Christ's love for one and all is the key. I write on serious issues such as narcissism, drug addiction, unemployment, the war on terror, and the decline of the Christian church.blogownernoreply@blogger.comBlogger1301100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-65456605857924534122010-10-05T09:02:00.008-05:002010-10-05T09:29:01.581-05:00

The sociopath is a guiltless, empty soul. Always on the prowl for potential victims. They are slick, don't ever doubt it. Many of them have learnedfrom a sociopathic parent. They have had years to sharpen their skills of treachery. The ones I've known were cold, conniving and above all, superficial. I have sometimes described them as stupid, but I only say that because I had them figured out.

blogownernoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-58157850183579982202010-09-21T12:35:00.012-05:002010-09-21T14:08:51.986-05:00

The recent headlines and most major news outlets reported from a panel of "experts" recently that the recession in this nation is now over. Strange, but from our neck of the woods it's the exact opposite. Who are these clowns trying to get one over on? From these "experts", our President, and others in Washington, we are to believe that the tough times are almost over and sunny days are just

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-35125345857357603892010-08-22T15:38:00.002-05:002010-10-03T12:28:01.001-05:00

From what I've read, the jury is still out regarding whether a narcissist gets better or worse with age.Based on my personal experience, my elderly narcissist "seems" better at times. However, just when I'm about to rejoice over her change for the better, and thank God for it, she will act out once again and throw me for another loop.Before going into more details on my view of elderly

blogownernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-3115467612477026572010-06-13T12:42:00.002-05:002010-06-13T12:49:43.809-05:00

Checking out my local message board, I ran across plenty of comments on unemployment numbers and the topic of extending unemployment benefits. It saddened me to run across manyon that board who were calling those who receive Unemployment benefits "lazy". Those getting benefits are NOT lazy people who are sucking money out of our system. I've read so many comments of those who say they believe

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-60219711843466635432010-03-10T15:19:00.017-06:002010-03-10T16:01:45.307-06:00

Today I stumbled upon a troubling article from Karl Denninger. I had heard that the ARM *adjustable rate mortgage* mess was not over yet no matter how rosy a picture those on CNBC try to paint for us. The fact is; we are not out of the woods yet in relation to the mortgage meltdown we've been dealing with since 2007. The Alt-A, but more incredibly, the Option ARMs mortgage payments are going to

blogownernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-78818227576231413562010-03-02T08:24:00.018-06:002010-03-02T09:09:33.656-06:00

Good morning friends. I have been watching C-Span again and have come across something that I felt I should comment on. It seems that Senator Jim Bunning of Kentucky has been playing a game of keep-away with the nations unemployment benefits. Many of our unemployed Americans were due for their benefits to run out the last day of February 2010 and Bunning was not in favor of extending them, folks

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-24942468577627437422009-09-26T08:52:00.009-05:002009-09-26T09:32:21.676-05:00

Let me present a scenario to my readers :You've lost your job and cannot find another.If you had a savings, you have already used it up. Your numerous job searches have exhausted you and proven unfruitful. You figure that you have 2 more weeks to draw on unemployment and that is it.Rent, bills and putting food on the table never stops. There is medicine to buy, kids to clothe, and a gas tank on

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-12661261162221494232009-09-24T14:47:00.006-05:002009-09-24T15:18:27.574-05:00

It's been many months since I last posted on my blog. I have been at a loss for words about the situation with our economy and the way it is hurting so many precious people out there.A bit of perspective about job loss:When we lose our job we might draw unemployment benefits but they do run out and then stark reality sets in. There are NOT a lot of jobs out there and anyone who says there is has

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-40674907032209920012009-04-17T22:49:00.008-05:002009-04-18T07:18:11.673-05:00

Years ago I warned of a significant economic downturn to hit this country with the end result being a devaluation of our currency. Folks, the dollar is going to end up getting trashed.Call me a doomer if you will but I am by no means the only one. Many have sent out the call for one and all to get their financial affairsin order and to prepare for the worst. The U.S economy is currently in a

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-5833299660938724892008-09-08T11:21:00.019-05:002008-09-08T12:44:28.926-05:00

Here we are in the year 2008 and I can hardly believe the holidays are just around the corner. Fall is in the air and this is my favorite time of the year! Such a relief from the long, hot summer and high electric bills. I like the sudden and crisp coolness of the air. I love to pick a bushel of apples and spend my time cooking up a homemade apple pie!Thinking today about the changes which have

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-10937521627602583312008-06-28T17:38:00.000-05:002008-06-28T17:38:01.281-05:00

In the bible we get a clear description of the character of many in the last days. Just go to the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 3:This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3 Without natural affection, truce breakers, false accusers, incontinent,

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-91780658563950482542008-04-22T10:25:00.000-05:002008-04-22T08:26:53.012-05:00

When I exit life on earth I know I will not have ceased to exist. I will still be alive when my physical body has given up and is buried because everyone who has ever walked this earth including myself have "eternal life". So the question becomes where will each of us spend this eternal life of ours? There is a confidence in a person who quietly trusts in the Lord for their salvation. They don't

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-4810096799535698862008-04-05T01:53:00.000-05:002008-04-05T07:58:15.608-05:00

Letting go of past hurts is never easy, especially at the time they're done to us and immediately afterward. In some cases it takes years to let go depending on the pain or betrayal we've experienced. I have found out that after a good bit of time passes, I am better able to get over these hurts and get back on with living life. The truth is, letting the harsh treatment we get from others rule

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-26932177127690749472008-03-20T08:44:00.000-05:002008-03-20T06:45:15.860-05:00

I got a phone call recently from a family member who has struggled with drug addiction all of her life. She was back in the hospital due to her body breaking down from years of drug use. Every talk I had with her in the past, all the begging, pleading, angry feelings and sadness I had in the previous years fled away as I listened to the fear in her voice. My fear at this point is that once again

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-92090125218388680802007-11-14T07:55:00.000-06:002007-11-14T08:02:50.180-06:00

I always thought of the word "family" as etched in stone. The old saying, "blood is thicker than water" I had heard many times and I believed it was true. It wasn't until later in life that I started to question this.Sometimes, our family members can hurt us beyond belief and it can often seem as though strangers are more apt to be kind and loving toward us than our own flesh and blood. The words

blogownernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-20509298696169555682007-07-03T09:16:00.000-05:002007-07-03T07:18:23.709-05:00

I wish I could say I'm surprised that our President has commuted Scooter Libby's prison sentence, but I am not. I figured the President would pardon Libby. As it happened, Libby had already been given his prison number which was 28301-016!Yes, a prison stint was nipping at Libby's heels and he was feeling the heat (or was he)? Then out of the blue, wa-la! Bush stepped in and saved the day for

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-52018999495976801242007-07-01T16:10:00.000-05:002007-07-01T14:23:41.841-05:00

If envy could speak, it would say, "there is something you have that I want". Who would envy speak to? It could be your neighbor, a stranger, or even your best friend.When we are not content with what we possess, we will be envious of others and what they do possess. I've never put a lot of stock in possessions, but there are many people who do. We are quick to take note of our brother or

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-49573022726660042102007-06-29T12:08:00.000-05:002007-06-29T10:30:56.087-05:00

All of us have the capacity to be consumed by people and things down here on earth. However, these things which make up life here on earth are temporary. How often do we forget that this life we live is but a vapor and then it's gone?Consider the words of Paul the Apostle in his letter to Timothy:2 Timothy 2:4No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-43920300160824391182007-06-25T12:16:00.000-05:002007-06-27T10:19:34.071-05:00

It's wrong, it will wear us down, but we've all done it. How many times have you taken care of a loved one when they were fully capable of taking care of themselves?Dear readers, there are a lot of lazy people out there who want to be "taken care" of by any soft touch they can find. As the return of our Lord draws near, we will notice more con-artists and lazy, dependent people who come to rely

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-40936726095210116912007-06-19T16:38:00.000-05:002007-06-19T14:42:49.716-05:00

It's nearly impossible in the midst of a crisis to wait upon the Lord for an answer and a way of escape. Our impatience coupled with our overly exaggerated faith in self often leaves God out of the equation altogether.Why do we feel so capable to handle trying situations in our lives? Because we have too much "self" confidence and not enough "God" confidence. Looking entirely to ourselves for

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-17383242595040026432007-06-09T08:47:00.000-05:002007-06-09T06:48:05.765-05:00

When you reject Christ, you have opted to go the way of self.A self-serving life is one which will cost you much by the time you get to the end of it.A person who is overtaken with self will come to the end of his life alone, angry, and empty. Such a person has always been empty because they are without God. And it is so easy for these people to hurt others. Where is the compassion and empathy

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-18865082391355450322007-06-07T08:59:00.000-05:002007-06-07T07:00:20.753-05:00

You should be able to recognize the preachers and pastors who point the way to Jesus.If you have been listening, you know that there are many pastors and preachers who will point you towards "achieving prosperity", but they seldom focus in on Jesus and his message.In our present culture, who/what gets talked up by the Christian preachers and teachers? Who/what gets the primary bulk of their

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-36002985845308644062007-06-06T13:49:00.000-05:002007-06-06T11:53:24.363-05:00

I can think of nothing worse than to be raised by drug addicted parents. The children who live this hellish existence find that they are always at the mercy of their addicted parent's whims. We all know that you cannot reason with or live around a drug addict without it messing you up in your mind, body and spirit. We as adults can get away from this situation. But the children who are under the

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-9003338690976212442007-06-04T08:24:00.000-05:002007-06-04T06:31:15.231-05:00

I thought I'd heard enough of Rick Warren and his antics when I got an eyeful of his book, "The Purpose-Driven Life" and an earful of his purpose-driven rap, but no such luck. I recently clicked on a Christian news site and found out that one of his most prominent church members is none other than Rupert Murdoch, owner of Fox network. Murdoch is also responsible for building a hard-core porn

blogownernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-86244829832635554792007-06-03T08:58:00.000-05:002007-06-03T06:59:46.749-05:00

I visit a variety of group forums from time to time and lately I've noticed an increased number of topics on the subject of sociopaths. The threads I've had time to read often peak my interest because I write from time to time on sociopaths.It should come as no surprise to us that we are being exposed to many more people with these characteristics as the return of the Lord draws near.Sociopaths

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-14149669423790229552007-06-02T07:52:00.000-05:002007-06-02T05:58:14.087-05:00

Time keeps ticking away, yet those in Washington cannot seem to pull themselves away from their meaningless fluff in order to come up with an exit strategy from Iraq. I have to say, I don't care to watch the evening news anymore. I don't want to hear of another man or woman who has lost their life to the war in Iraq. Hearing of our military death tolls angers me to no end. Every time a news

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-3076000427343077702007-05-30T13:25:00.000-05:002007-05-30T13:50:29.186-05:00

The mess that has become America cannot be fixed by any man. The only way for this country to get out of the mess that it has been in and remains in is by repenting collectively as a nation. We have went to Iraq and are there fighting an unjust war and untold numbers of innocent people have been murdered and maimed as a result of our foolishness. I truly don't care what many might say. If I do

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-3901221124463188972007-05-26T17:26:00.000-05:002007-05-27T17:27:50.826-05:00

An addict will go on abusing drugs until some tragic event in their destructive life forces them to stop. I have had experience with addicts and I would say that for 90 % of them, it takes some really BAD times for them to stop. Most of them are incarcerated and some of them suffer severe health problems which stops them in their tracks. This is best for the addict because most of them won't

blogownernoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-14136741669913780122007-05-12T12:45:00.000-05:002007-05-30T12:18:42.885-05:00

I'm unsure of how much of this pain we are supposed to take. Gas prices went up again yesterday in my neck of the woods.I want to tell you about an interesting discussion I had at my local Wal-mart recently. A worker in the garden department caught an attendant at a nearby gas station upping the prices once again. She commented to me that she didn't know what she and the rest of us were going to

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-62501955181964610592007-05-08T12:37:00.000-05:002007-05-27T14:55:01.762-05:00

Conquerors In Christ has been online for over six years and I am presently in the process of renovating my site. Should take me no more than a few days to get my articles back up. In the meantime, I want to thank you for your patience!

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Seeing someone you love struggle with a drug addiction or other addiction will wear you down mentally. It will depress those who seem to be of the strongest character. Those who feel as though they can do something to free their addict of the prison of drugs are the ones who will be in for the biggest fall and let downs of life. This is because there is nothing you can DO to stop your addict

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-88660559486291041682007-03-08T11:06:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:17:29.000-05:00

For some years I have written on the topic of the downfall of the United States. The reasons for America’s approaching downfall and recent decline are many. It is my opinion that for years America has shown God its back and not its face. Many in America do not feel that they need God anymore. The lady of freedom snubs her nose and turns away her face from the very creator who gave her the

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-44486535060838330132007-02-15T11:22:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:19:11.767-05:00

Forgiving others is saying "I was once like you", and because of this, I can relate and have compassion upon you. I can forgive you because I have been forgiven. In forgiving you, I will give what I have received. We don't always have to know the reasons why people do the things they do but we always know the one who teaches us forgiveness - The Lord Jesus Christ. The facts are: We have all

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-74729077958011451862006-11-16T10:28:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:06:35.478-05:00

In the days we live in, tracking humans is now a reality. From the paroled convict released with an ankle tracking device, to the microchip inserted under the skin of our pets in case they are lost. We will only see an increase in the capability of man to track and spy on his fellow man as we get closer to the Lord’s return. Let me be clear, I believe that the tracking of human beings will be

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-5876610052210814422006-11-06T10:48:00.000-06:002007-05-28T10:49:56.284-05:00

What a powerful hold denominations have on some who claim them.Which denominations believe in miracles and healings and are they correct to do so?Which ones believe you must be baptized in order to be saved?Which ones do not allow the use of musical instruments during worship? If you are confused on these issues, you are not alone. I don’t hold to any denomination. I stick to the bible. I

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-37599035629499650342006-11-04T12:48:00.000-06:002007-05-28T12:13:40.425-05:00

The following is a warning against hypocrisy: Luke 12: 1 Beware ye of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. 2 For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known. 3 Therefore whatsoever ye have spoken in darkness shall be heard in the light; and that which ye have spoken in the ear in closets shall be proclaimed upon the housetops.

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-49591278176894981322006-11-03T13:52:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:19:57.692-05:00

The irritating and non-stop candidate commercials I have endured for weeks are going to be over in a few short days. That is a good thing because my current unpleasantness has grown over the past three. Every time I am watching a program that interests me, I know that approaching commercial time will be filled with endless mud slinging and grand claims that those in the political arena are well

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-18243753711185465232006-11-02T18:08:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:20:47.378-05:00

I lead a simple life. I recommend it to everyone. I start my day by making coffee. I seldom read newspapers because the occasional news programs on television seem adequate to me. The outdoors is more appealing to me than being closed up and surrounded by four walls. I feed my birds in the winter and have a dog and a cat that always seem to eat too much. I live in a modest home. I don’t see

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-15711228164856781772006-11-01T11:08:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:22:08.366-05:00

To get your own house in order should be the primary concern with every great nation that ever existed. America does not have their house in order by a long shot, yet they have went about in order to spread freedom and democracy in other nations. When I hear the phrase, Spreading democracy, I think to myself, “What kind of “freedom” did we bring to Iraq by way of torturing its citizens? By

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-3693431391321710492006-10-31T10:14:00.000-06:002007-05-30T12:24:07.711-05:00

For as long as I can remember, the Fall season always reminded me of apples, changing leaves, crisp air that drove out the long, hot summer, and Halloween. I was always big on decorating for Halloween and when my children were young, I always took them trick-or-treating. Some nights were drizzly and wet and I admit, it was a chore to drive along, letting them out, getting them back in the

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-59212039467566473472006-10-28T13:57:00.000-05:002007-05-27T13:58:18.081-05:00

I was appalled by Limbaugh’s latest. My thinking now is that perhaps the man suffers from a mental disorder or perhaps has no shame and no compassion for anyone. I certainly hope that he is not back on drugs again. On his October 23 radio show, Limbaugh stated that Fox is "moving all around and shaking" and declared: "And it's purely an act". Whatever possessed Limbaugh to make this accusation

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-25625832477599781402006-10-27T18:18:00.000-05:002007-05-27T18:20:25.328-05:00

A healthy conscience and a spirit which gains faith, strength, and direction from the truth of God will keep you from doing things that harm others. We are astounded by news reports of a mother or father killing their own child. Where do these horrible acts originate from? What could drive one to murder their child? The origin of such an act comes from Satan himself. The following are Jesus

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-57990220427730563512006-10-26T13:58:00.000-05:002007-05-30T12:25:26.048-05:00

Sometimes I feel like unplugging my television set. Increasingly ridiculous commercials, lost in a sea of reality shows, it makes me want to unplug from that chattering box permanently. In fact, around two months ago, I decided to leave the set off all day. The silence did wonders for me. Television for Americans is a way of life. We switch our sets on when we get up in the morning without

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A Christian is one who follows Christ, agrees with what he taught, and who chooses to live in the way he reveals in his word, the bible. They are “in” Christ. The Holy Spirit comes into their lives and influences them and teaches them through the word of God all things pertaining to them concerning Jesus Christ and the things of this life and the next. Jesus told the disciples before leaving

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Many times in my life I’ve felt as if I was at the end of my rope spiritually, mentally and physically. Trials and troubles we all face in life are overwhelming. Living life under these circumstances can seem as though we're trapped in a pressure cooker. More often than not, I didn’t have a person to talk to about my problems, so in desperation I turned to the only thing I had at that time,

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-81330535795864578462006-10-20T18:22:00.000-05:002007-05-27T18:23:57.619-05:00

I hope none of you believe that Christians do not get sick and suffer health problems. I bring this up because back in the days when I would occasionally watch Christian television, a well known preacher was bragging that he had not been sick in many years. I’m not saying his claim wasn’t true, I'm saying that I was stunned by this proclamation. And what was it supposed to mean by him making

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-42809996132071708592006-10-20T11:09:00.000-05:002007-05-30T12:27:30.081-05:00

Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance. We are told all through the bible that the nation which keeps the Lord as their God is blessed. We can then say that the nation who does not keep the Lord as their God will live under a curse and will not be blessed. In America there has always been much talk of “freedom”, but the fact is that

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-46312392361845277242006-10-19T10:31:00.000-05:002007-05-30T12:29:06.878-05:00

As the days grow darker and people grow more deceived, there will come a day in which this deception will ultimately prove to be the end of many. The Antichrist will appear on the world scene and men will listen to him. They will have ceased to think or have concern over what prophecy in the bible has shown about him. They will have rejected the light of the world, Jesus Christ. Because of

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-5411340463157346372006-10-18T07:49:00.000-05:002007-05-28T07:51:18.699-05:00

There are many people serving sentences in prisons all across the world. But recently, a thought came to my mind. How many of us are serving a sentence without ever having visited a prison? The bars are there, even though they cannot be seen. We live in chains of pride, addiction, depression, anger, resentment, and shame. This made me reflect on what true freedom is all about. What is freedom

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Is it easier to give into your child's demands and give them their way instead of standing your ground and providing good discipline? It is indeed easier, but it is not right and God is not behind it. Loving your children and providing discipline for them go hand in hand. You cannot have one without the other. Those who say they love their child, yet do not discipline them are doing them harm in

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If you are the loved one of a drug addict, you will experience times in which the addict seems to do better. But this phase of the addicts see-saw ride usually only lasts for a short time. From time to time he or she may appear to have turned over a “new leaf”. Some addicts go through this in an honest attempt to get clean. Some addicts will turn over this new leaf temporarily in order to get

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What is a parent to do when his teenager won't listen to him? The parent is to be content with the fact that he or she has TRIED to teach that child right from wrong and express these things to that child. What the teen then does with these truths is beyond the parent's control. This is what God always does with us. He steers us in the right direction, he tells us the way to go, and then

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I have heard some preachers and other teachers of Christianity say that God expects perfection from us in regards to our walk with him. The first thought that comes to my mind upon hearing this is, "If God expects our perfection, then why did Jesus die for our sinfulness"? If these preachers are right, it makes me wonder why our Lord's sinless blood had to flow for our salvation.We have all

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If you are called by God to preach his word, what man on earth is able to deny you? What man is able to silence you?For it is not man who has called you in the first place. Another man has no say so over the matter. What man has the right to force you to gain credentials (from his particular denomination) in order to preach God's word which comes by revelation from the Lord Jesus himself?The

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Marriage was created and blessed by God himself in the garden of Eden. Man was supplied with his helpmeet (woman) by the Lord forming her from the man's side.A marriage is a celebration of life and of love. A man is to respect, honor and cherish his wife. The wife is to honor, respect, and cherish her husband. When those three qualities are absent in either or both of the partners, there will

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When we are at odds with another person or going through other storms of life, we long for an escape from the conflict immediately. Sometimes, no matter what we say or do to remedy a situation, it is met with opposition. It is during these times that we must put into practice and believe with our whole heart the following scriptures: Psalm 46:10 BE still and Know that I am God: I will be

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I have known people who are consumed with what others think about them.It saddens us when others view us in a negative light when we have done them no wrong. But if others hold a negative and distorted view of us unjustly, we should not waste time being concerned about their opinions. It really is that simple because people tend to believe what they want to, no matter how we may try to change

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The sociopath is cunning and is able to fly under the radar of most people's perception.They do this by allowing all but a select few to view their fake facade. The facets of their personality they show to those they choose to impress is very different from those facets that truly reside within them.To others who they care little about, they are indifferent, cool and smug. They don't spend time

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Taking revenge on someone who has hurt us will satisfy our flesh but it is never productive. While the flesh is satisfied with "getting even" with another, our spirits suffer. Have you heard the bible passage, "Answer not a fool in his folly"? Take that truth and apply it with revenge as well. Take not revenge upon a foolish man in response to his evil actions.Pay back not evil for evil. Why?

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Demonic oppression and possession is still around today. We don't hear much of it because a good majority of the ones who are being tormented by evil forces are those who are: 1. Narcissistic 2. Diagnosed with various personality disorders and other related disorders 3. Sociopaths Matthew 7:17: Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil

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Today, oil prices hit a record high. Closing price: $76.70, and our pain at the pumps is not expected to ease anytime soon. Why does this not surprise me? While the gas gouge is in full force, the oil and gas producers are making record profits. Obviously, those who are responsible for this gouge are not losing sleep over what they are doing to us. They are laughing all the way to the bank.

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None of us are immune to turmoil within the family. In all families, you will usually notice a few peace-makers as well as a few hell-raisers. There are those who get along well with other family members and then there are those who always seem to stay in a foul mood. In my family, as well as many others, there are those peace lovers who try to encourage everyone to "just get along" and there

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When we think less about other people and more about what's in our own best interests, we are said to be "self-centered". This was Satan's sin. In the beginning, God created him beautiful. He was the anointed cherub. But Satan eventually switched his concern from God to self. Satan was cast out of heaven when iniquity was found in him. Here we read of the change that took place in him and how

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Those who thrive on strife and contention bring untold grief to our lives. These people end up alienating everyone around them. But have you wondered whether it is it right to remove yourself from these characters? There is no end to the conflict and strife they thrive on. If you've struggled to stay in a relationship with someone whose attitudes and actions repeatedly drain you dry emotionally

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Sometimes, despite our best efforts to intervene and help our loved ones out of the trap of addiction, the battle ends with it costing them their lives. What can you say? Who do you turn to for answers? There is nothing you really can say or do once they are gone because then it's too late, we cannot get them back. We can't see why it has come to this. We cannot be comforted. Their death

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Church membership rolls will mean nothing to God when we stand before him. What will matter is what you allowed him to do though you for the betterment of others and for his kingdom. I've known a variety of church members that hold differing attitudes and opinions on what "attending church" really means. 1.There are the die-hard church-goers who believe that missing church is closely if not

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We're all too busy. We are long on responsibilities and short on time. The fact is, most of us have allowed too many items to be included in our priority list of life. When this truth dawns on us, we often ride the fence and are reluctant to make changes because we don't want to let any of these items fall by the wayside. When we find that we have no time to relax and take a breather from

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My reason for starting a web site was not to put up great graphics, although I admire those that do. It wasn't to take up a lot of space with topics I didn't feel were needed. I knew that God had led me to start a web site that would express his love for one and all. But there was more. Here are a few of my reasons for starting this site: That all would be inspired by the God of Abraham, Isaac

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The Story of Daniel and the Lion's Den is found in the Old Testament Book of Daniel, Chapter 6: Verse 10: Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God as he did afore time. What was Daniel thrown in the den for?

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Have you found yourself in a desperate situation that you cannot make it through? It is most likely the one instance that can prove to make you stronger than any other. Many times in my life I've wondered how I could have landed in such dire straits. When we are in desperate situations, we only pray to be free of them. It is at this point that some choose to end their life. They've taken

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You've heard the saying, "I didn't want to get involved"? But when we witness abuse inflicted on another by way of slander, it is at that point we are subjected to a certain amount of personal responsibility. We are now "innocent bystanders" with a small amount of responsibility. I personally will not listen to slander. I will tell those who are complaining against another person: "so tell

blogownernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993333311480639260.post-34836860023788226322006-06-03T17:31:00.000-05:002007-05-27T17:33:48.964-05:00

Are you a crutch for your addict? If you are new to breaking enabling behaviors perhaps some of my history will help you. One time I put off a weekend of R+R in order to bail a family member out of jail. At the time, as I can recall, I was chomping at the bit to free him from that wretched place, County lock up. What's utmost in my mind NOW is that I was in such a frenzy to bail him out that

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People with personality disorders do much damage and inflict much pain the lives of those who love them. To be human one must have humanity in mind. We are instructed to love our brothers as ourselves. If one does not love his brother as himself but instead treats his brother "inhumanly", this tells us a lot about that person. The first thing it tells me is that the person who does this does

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Whether you are dealing with a drug addict or a dysfunctional family member, boundaries are needed.It must be you, the one being walked on who sets these boundaries. Those who are walking all over you arenot going to back off and grow a conscience out of the blue. They are not going to think aboutwhat is best for you. They want what is best for them, what is in their best interest. So it must

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In my many years of visiting churches and speaking with pastors, I have repeatedly heard this figure of speech "Pastor, how many are you running"?Some pastors use this phrase to let others know the number of members they have in their congregations. I don't like this particular figure of speech and never have. Sounds like we men and women are reduced to a herd of cattle when we are referred

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There are those who say they love God, yet they don't love those he created. This issue is a most serious one in regards to Christianity. To clear up any misconceptions about Christianity, let's get one key issue resolved right now: Those who say they love God, yet hate their brother, are living in a deception they must be delivered from by way of the truth - The word of God: 1 John 4:20

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Jesus was subjected to suffering, pain and trials. He was acquainted with grief. He knew sorrow.He understands what we go through. While Jesus walked this earth he felt pain, betrayal, loss and many more emotions that we all commonly go through. He endured, and we can too. One secret is in knowing that our current pain and trials are only temporary. We must endure these bullies of life and

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Are there parents that:have been positive roll models to their childrenhave given their child much love and supporthave provided a safe home for their childyet their child still rebels and is overtaken by drug addiction? The answer is yes. There is a verse in the bible that many quote, yet they overlook five very important words contained in that verse: Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in

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Every Day is a Surprise When you have a drug addict in your life, you never know what to expect.They survive on drugs and the flip-flopping emotions the drugs produce.One day all is well with them, the next day you could find out that theyhave committed a crime.But all of this would be somewhat manageable if you could ever trust what the addict tells you.But instead, you learn to take what they

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Latest Deceptions Updated July 11, 2006 Are we to be called to be defenders of the Gospel of Christ? Read this First!Anything you read on this page, please do our Lord Jesus, yourself and me a favor and instead of just getting informed, Pray for those you read about. There is surely a strange wind blowing today in some of Christendom, but actually, it is simple to understand.. what we are

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American workers are feeling bitterly betrayed. Due to outsourcing, buyouts, wage cuts and massive layoffs, the left out workers of today have no money to buy the goods that America has to offer. The past few times I have walked in my nearest grocery store I noticed barely any customers there. I thought it strange the first time it happened but my last visit was much the same. This started

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It is my personal belief that a sociopath starts out pretty early in life. From my experience, I have noted that they start dishing out trouble and misery to others while they are relatively young and this continues throughout their lives. Young sociopath's will often pick on and mistreat their younger siblings. This characteristic bullying only gets worse as the years fly by. Take extreme care

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The policies our Government is trying to implement are beyond belief to the average American. The recent decision to give control over to Dubai Ports World of our six major American ports is only the most recent example. Our President along with Michael Chertoff have both given their seal of approval on this ridiculous move. There is no way for the American citizen, regardless of their

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The days we are living in can be best described by reading the following words spoken by Jesus: Luke 21;25 25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring;26 Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of

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To many on the American home front, it is becoming more problematic to keep the home fires burning while observing the War on Terror. Paying through the teeth while the gas gouge is in full swing is only one example of the pain the average American is presently enduring. Another example is the growing scarcity of well paying jobs. Just recently it was revealed that General Motors will be

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Lies and Manipulations A drug addict lies in order to protect and coddle their addiction. They believe if they tell a lie to you that they are doing it for a "good" reason. Their main reason truly is to get you to back off and leave them alone. But a lie is still a lie and when they cross the line and resort to telling an untruth, they are still a liar no matter how they want to justify or

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Just as a football team has a playbook filled with strategic plays for games, we must utilize our playbook for life - The bible. God always intended that we reach out for his word, the Bible, in order to know how to live this life. There are play books in football and the entire team depends on the plays inside that book in order to help them win games. If we want to be victorious and win at

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The Tragedy Of The Enabling Parent I have received a mountain of email asking me to write more on one particular issue in the life of the drug addict and his or her family. The issue is that of strife in the family due to one parent taking on the role of the enabler while the other family members have stopped enabling. This is a very bad place to be. The addict will ensnare the enabling parent

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We in America have taken the protective hand of God for granted. How many potential hurricanes have been diverted from their path at precisely the right time so as to not intrude near our shores?The Story of Job and the Great Destroying Wind In the book of Job, God said, "Behold, all is in your (Satan's) hands. Satan left from the presence of God and the great wind ensued. This happened because

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1 Timothy 4 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Evil: 1. Anything which impairs the happiness of a being or deprives a being of any good; anything which causes suffering of any kind to sentient

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Rather than learning to be content in any situation we find ourselves in as the apostle Paul describes below, we attempt to apply a quick "fix" to escape the unpleasantness that we experience in our lives. Philippians 4: 11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every

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This article addresses the actions of hypocritical Christians. Swimming With Sharks : The Hypocritical Christian Enduring the actions and attitudes of a hypocrite reminds me of swimming with sharks. The shark thinks nothing of taking a bite out of someone. In the same respect, the Christian hypocrite thinks nothing of taking bites out of their fellow man. Have you ever met a Christian

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A drug addict is arrogant, willful and cocky when they have money in their pocket, but they are full of hard luck stories when they are broke.Many of them only work in order to keep a steady supply of their drug of choice.When they are broke, they will then seek out those who they can borrow money from to keep their habit going.If there seems to be nobody who will lend them money, they will then

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This page is my personal opinion and does not reflect on anything that anyone else has said or told to me. Please note that my opinion has not been affected by the recent downturn in any country's profitability and/or financial situations. I have believed for years that our nation would someday suffer an economic breakdown. Those who know me, family and friends know that I have said this for

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In our world today, we are surrounded by people who are seeking to use and abuse those who are willing to be controlled. Exploiting others is second nature to these people. The good and kind people that surround them are seen as easy prey. These people are always wanting something from us. The list is long and the grief is great from us being seen as a means to get their desires and needs met

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Empty Promises One of the things the addict offers his loved one when they urge him to stop using drugs is promises. If you are the spouse or loved one of an addict, chances are you are only too familiar with the promises he makes you. Most of the time the addict knows full well that he doesn't intend to keep the promises he makes to you of stopping his addiction but he makes those promises

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Psalms 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Try to visualize the scene below: An open field, with sheep of all sizes freely grazing. The sheep seem comfortable and safe. All of the sudden you notice the shepherd of this fold enter the scene with a whip in his hand. You watch in horror as

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The Alien and the Earthling The best way I've found to describe the brick wall that we encounter when attempting to reason with a drug addict is the following :Picture a space alien being dropped down to earth and trying to find something "in common" with a human. It just doesn't work. What is of value to the alien holds nothing of value for the earthling. That is much of how a drug addict views

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As time marches on, we have those elite and wealthy men of this earth who have one prime agenda. That of building the kingdom in which the Antichrist will bear rule over the whole earth. This comes as no surprise to those who have studied their bibles carefully. It is pointed out in scripture that the wicked one will surely come and will bear rule over those who have been given over to a

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People addicted to drugs are not primarily concerned with their children or their spouse. What should be the most important events in life are shrugged off as nothing while they go about their lifelong journey, that of obtaining and using drugs. To them, a job is never good nor bad, it is simply a tool - a means of obtaining the money they must have to buy their drug of choice. A human being is

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