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Happy Memorial Day 2008

Let us remember, as we enjoy this long weekend, that the price of the freedoms we enjoy and often take for granted, came at great cost to many who came before us and many who, even now, are engaged in their defence. The American soldier still stands as a beacon of freedom on the increasingly darkening world stage.

Here are several inspired quotes to consider:

Perform, then, this one act of remembrance before this Day passes - Remember there is an army of defense and advance that never dies and never surrenders, but is increasingly recruited from the eternal sources of the American spirit and from the generations of American youth. ~W.J. Cameron

Although no sculptured marble should rise to their memory, nor engraved stone bear record of their deeds, yet will their remembrance be as lasting as the land they honored. ~Daniel Webster

The story of America's quest for freedom is inscribed on her history in the blood of her patriots. ~Randy Vader

Let no vandalism of avarice or neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations, that we have forgotten, as a people, the cost of a free and undivided Republic. ~John A. Logan

June 2008 Ballot Initiatives

Propositions on the June Ballot


There are two very important ballot initiatives Californians will consider this summer: Propositions 98 and 99. Similar to Proposition 90, the 2006 initiative that sought to protect homeowners and churches from eminent domain abuse, Proposition 98 will prevent government from taking private property and then giving it to another private party.

Unfortunately, property developers and tax revenue- hungry local governments have also placed an eminent domain measure on the ballot that is much weaker. Proposition 99 does not include protections for churches and other types of property. Voters should be aware that if both initiatives pass, Proposition 99 has a "poison pill" provision that will nullify the protections for churches include in Proposition 98. That is why it is so important that voters vote "YES" on 98 and "NO" on 99.

A Salute to the "Y" Chromosome

These days with so many disappointing things in the news it is wonderful to find yourself laughing at something. This week I found my funny bone tickled by one of my favorite artists, Brad Paisley. On his latest album "5Th Gear" he points out the God ordained differences between man and women in a humorous salute to the "Y" chromosome.

Brad Paisley’s “I’m still a guy!”

When you see a deer, you see Bambi
And I see antlers up on the wall
When you see a lake you think picnics
And I see a large mouth up under that log

You're probably thinkin’ that you're gonna change me
In some ways well maybe you might
Scrub me down, dress me up
Oh but no matter what,
Remember, I'm still a guy

When you see a priceless French painting
I see a drunk naked girl
You think that riding a wild bull sounds crazy
And I'd like to give it a whirl

Well love makes a man do some things he ain't proud of
And in a weak moment I might
Walk your sissy dog, hold your purse at the mall
But remember, I'm still a guy

And I'll pour out my heart, hold your hand in the car
Write a love song that makes you cry
Then turn right around, knock some jerk to the ground
'Cause he copped a feel as you walked by

I can hear you now talkin’ to your friends
Sayin’ yeah girls he's come a long way
From draggin’ his knuckles and carryin’ a club
And buildin’ a fire in a cave

But when you say a backrub means only a backrub
And you swat my hand when I try
Well now what can I say at the end of the day
Honey, I'm still a guy

And I'll pour out my heart
Hold your hand in the car
Write a love song that makes you cry
Then turn right around
Knock some jerk to the ground
'Cause he copped a feel as you walked by

These days there's dudes getting’ facials
Manicured, waxed, and Botoxed
With deep spray-on tans and creamy lotiony hands
You can't grip a tackle box

Yeah with all of these men linin’ up to get neutered
It’s hip now to be feminized
But I don't highlight my hair, I've still got a pair
Yeah honey, I'm still a guy

Oh, my eyebrows ain't plucked, there's a gun in my truck
Oh thank God I'm still a guy

California Supreme Court Forces Homosexual Marriage on California

Activist Judges Defy Will of People and Overturn Proposition 22
In a 4-3 decision, the California Supreme Court ruled today that homosexual marriage bans are unconstitutional. California voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 22 in 2000, defining marriage as between one man and one woman. California's highest court decided the law was unconstitutional.

"This is a very sad day for our nation and the democratic process," stated Karen England, executive director for Capitol Resource Institute. "The people of California decided eight years ago that marriage in our state will be defined as between one man and one woman. 4 arrogant, elitist, activist judges decided that they know better than the people how marriage should be defined."

"It is a blow to our government system that activist judges would use the judicial system and baseless constitutional arguments to push their radical political agenda on citizens," stated Meredith Turney, legislative liaison for Capitol Resource Institute.

Assemblyman Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) commented, "Eight years ago with the passage of Proposition 22, the voters of California agreed that marriage is 'between a man and a woman.' PERIOD. The court's decision today is further proof that some activist judges value their own beliefs over the will of the people."

"We now must focus our energy on passing the Protect Marriage Initiative and place traditional marriage in the state constitution," stated England. "This outrageous decision will electrify voters and we are certain they will once again choose to protect traditional marriage."

The above was reprinted from a Capitol Resource Institute alert e-mail sent out today. The cosmic battle between Truth and Lies continues. The question we must ask ourselves is whether we are prepared, for it is time to rally the troops. Keep your powder dry!

A Chilling Mothers Day Story

I guess raking in a staggering $1.017 billion in income (including $300 million from taxpayer money) isn't enough for the world's largest Abortion business--Planned Parenthood.

In what really is a chilling irony, Planned Parenthood, used Mother's Day for a fundraising platform. Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards wrote, "This Mother's Day, I'm honoring that legacy with a Planned Parenthood Federation of America Mother's Day gift. Join me."

Asking for Mother's Day donations in honor of mother's and daughters? It is as sickening as it is appalling. To verify the horric truth behind this story you can follow this link to the Planned parenthood website: https://secure.ga0.org/02/mothersday08?qp_source=mothersday08%5fpphp

What about the lost legacies of the millions of babies that have been slaughtered for profit by Planned Parenthood. Who is honoring their legacy? Hopefully it is the Family oriented Christian organizations diligently working to protect the sanctity of life. I would like to suggest the obvious, that the best way honor Mothers Day is to honor motherhood, birth and life itself.

Happy Mothers Day 2008

This year, May 11, 2008 is set aside to celebrate Mom and all the other mothers whom impact our lives: wives, grandmothers, mother-in-laws, sisters, aunts and even daughters for some. Most of these mothers deserve to be celebrated each and everyday and should not have their praise songs limited to only one day or weekend a year. As Gods designed, uniquely gifted, nurturing care givers they play an important role in raising children, caring for aged parents and fulfilling the heavenly commanded position of helpmate to their spouses.

The manner in which various mothers wish to be celebrated is a varied as the individual. Some mothers enjoy spending a relaxing day, free from all the trappings of their normal responsibilities. My bride is one of these types. A trip to the spa to indulge in a day being pampered, instead of putting on pampers, suits her to a tee. Other mothers would rather attend an exciting event, like a NASCAR race or a day of shopping at the Mall.

Knowing who mom is and what mom likes is, of course, the key to making mom happy. As you prepare to celebrate the mothers who impact your life and the lives of your loved ones, take special care to consider their unique composition. Thank the Lord for His work in molding them to uniquely impact your life. Remember the Christ our Lord could have come into this world in any variety of ways. He chose, however, to be presented to the world in the loving arms of a woman of faith.

May you and all the mothers you choose to celebrate this weekend be richly blessed. Happy Mothers Day 2008

Expelled! - Is it really happening, like Ben says?

This year, Ben Stein goes for the jugular that supplies all the false ideology that fuels today's rebellion against God and truth. He is taking on the establishment enslaved by Darwinism and exposing not only its improbability, but its dangerous intellectual suicide that refuses to follow the evidence where it leads, and that of course is back to God our Creator. Take a minute and watch.

http://www.expelledthemovie.com/playgroundvideo3.swf


Ben Steins "Expelled" movie paints a pretty unbelievable picture of our Educational System. Does such prejudice exist? The Institute of Creation Research is currently engaged with the State of Texas in a battle for the Truth. Go to http//www.icr.org/neverstop to find out more

The Institute for Creation Research

Our friends from the Institute for Creation Research (ICR) always have very interesting articles that increase our understanding of our Creator His Wonderful Creations and the battleground we as Christians face in defending our faith. By “actually following the scientific evidence” they time and time again confirm that our faith in the Genesis account of creation is solid. Consider the following:

Interesting article on Sand Injectites as Strong Evidence for The Flood:
http://www.icr.org/article/3862/
Also: Great review of the new Book The Genesis Factor by Frank Sherwin, M.A.
http://www.icr.org/article/3866/

National Day of Prayer

Greetings! Happy Druid Festival of Beltane, Roman Festival of Floralia, regaled by the Puritans as a day of observing ancient fertility rights, Maypole dancing, International Workers Day and yes, the National Day of Prayer.

The National Day of Prayer is a day designated by the United States Congress as a day when all Americans regardless of faith are asked to come together and pray in their own way.

After spending time briefly this morning with my own family in prayer, I dropped off my sons at school and arrived at work to discover the following message e-mailed company wide:

Please join us in Charlenes office at 12:45 today where we will ask Mr. Thompson to pray us up for the coming year. All are welcome!

I must admit that I was, at first, alarmed that I had been volunteered in such a manner. My shock resolved to honor however, when I quickly realized that I am having some impact in my workplace to be trusted by my fellow workers to lead them in this way. Our weekly Bible studies, which I facilitate, have enjoyed sporadic attendance at best, but continue to meet, when work allows.

I have found that it is part of my own nature to evaluate our Bible Studies “success” in human terms alone. This morning’s e-mail was a reminder to me that God sees things differently and is always at work, mostly behind the scenes.

The National Day of Prayer is a great day to be reminded of that Truth!