We are living off grid.
It wasn’t planned that way, at least not by us. The guys in the power company trucks say we were warned by mail. The electricity went off around 9:00 A.M. and will not come back on until 5:00. This is one of those low level events that are good preparation for a real disaster.
It makes me think of another reason for being prepared: Monopoly created crisis. Here it is the power company. Tomorrow it might be the water company. The government could strike at any time.
It is interesting to me that they are doing this in a residential neighborhood on a weekend. It would seem more considerate to do residential on week days and business on weekends. I guess monopolies don’t need to worry about their public image.
What is really irritating is that this takes out my internet and I left my smart phone with its hot spot at work.
I know, I know: First World Problems.
I guess in this crisis I might go shopping.
homo unius libri
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
Opus 2014-276: A Pre-Thanksgiving Moment
There are times I treasure the rush hour traffic and crazy drivers.
This morning I found myself with my anger rising and was reminded of a passage of scripture that I spend time considering on most work days.
What hit me as I was driving was that Jesus paused before He even broke the bread and had a moment of thankfulness. He did this knowing that Judas was sitting at the table preparing to sell Him. He was thankful knowing that Peter would deny knowing him in a few hours. He gave thanks knowing that the cross was coming.
With that in mind, can I really get upset by people driving like bats out of Hell? I began to be thankful for the time I had to prepare for my day.
That brings to mind another scripture that explains why this can happen.
Spend some time reading the word and some day reap the benefits.
homo unius libri
This morning I found myself with my anger rising and was reminded of a passage of scripture that I spend time considering on most work days.
(1 Corinthians 11:23-4 KJV) For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread: And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.As you can see this is part of the tradition of communion that is celebrated by most Christians around the world. I read over and meditate on this each morning as I get ready to eat my bread and drink my coffee. I have a mini-communion moment, if you will.
What hit me as I was driving was that Jesus paused before He even broke the bread and had a moment of thankfulness. He did this knowing that Judas was sitting at the table preparing to sell Him. He was thankful knowing that Peter would deny knowing him in a few hours. He gave thanks knowing that the cross was coming.
With that in mind, can I really get upset by people driving like bats out of Hell? I began to be thankful for the time I had to prepare for my day.
That brings to mind another scripture that explains why this can happen.
(Psalms 119:11 KJV) Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.If it ain’t stored, it can’t be recalled.
Spend some time reading the word and some day reap the benefits.
homo unius libri
Opus 2014-275: The Little Red Hen and the Apostle Paul
Harry Reid had an interesting response to the sweeping losses by the Democrat party on Tuesday. He said that this was an indication that the country wanted us to work together.
Now, let’s see. When the Liberals (Progressives, leftists, elites, Democrats, socialists, Rinos, etc) win it is a mandate by the people to push their agenda. When they lose it is an indication that we are supposed to cooperate. Hmmmm...
Sounds like the “half loaf” theory of politics that is so common with the left. In this theory we are told it is only fair that we compromise and divide our loaf of bread with them. In the spirit of compromise and because of Biblical mandates to share, we give them half of our loaf. They immediately move the line of scrimmage and now focus their attention on our half of the loaf. They say that we need to learn to share and demand half. We resist. They get the news media talking heads to begin a smear campaign accusing us of every evil thing in the book and some that are not. They finally wear us down and they get half of our half. It is now time to move the goal posts. They look at our bread and call for fairness and an end to partisanship. They demand half of our loaf.
Do you see where this is going?
When are we going to learn to adopt the Little Red Hen as a role model? When it came time to eat the bread she quoted the apostle Paul,
If you are still not convinced, remember the words of our Golfer in Chief at an early meeting designed to give the impression of being bipartisan, “We won.”
Beware the Ides of Bipartisanship. I urge the Republicans in congress to act like winners and not whiners. The country did not vote for cooperation, they voted for Change and a chance to Hope.
homo unius libri
Now, let’s see. When the Liberals (Progressives, leftists, elites, Democrats, socialists, Rinos, etc) win it is a mandate by the people to push their agenda. When they lose it is an indication that we are supposed to cooperate. Hmmmm...
Sounds like the “half loaf” theory of politics that is so common with the left. In this theory we are told it is only fair that we compromise and divide our loaf of bread with them. In the spirit of compromise and because of Biblical mandates to share, we give them half of our loaf. They immediately move the line of scrimmage and now focus their attention on our half of the loaf. They say that we need to learn to share and demand half. We resist. They get the news media talking heads to begin a smear campaign accusing us of every evil thing in the book and some that are not. They finally wear us down and they get half of our half. It is now time to move the goal posts. They look at our bread and call for fairness and an end to partisanship. They demand half of our loaf.
Do you see where this is going?
When are we going to learn to adopt the Little Red Hen as a role model? When it came time to eat the bread she quoted the apostle Paul,
(2 Thessalonians 3:10 KJV) For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.I say that if we can find a place where the Little Red Hen and the Apostle Paul agree it behooves us to pay attention.
If you are still not convinced, remember the words of our Golfer in Chief at an early meeting designed to give the impression of being bipartisan, “We won.”
Beware the Ides of Bipartisanship. I urge the Republicans in congress to act like winners and not whiners. The country did not vote for cooperation, they voted for Change and a chance to Hope.
homo unius libri
Opus 2014-274: Change Looks Me in the Eyes
Spring forward, fall back.
I think life would be better if we would stop this ritual. I think we would be better off with the slow adjustments that come from the natural rhythm than we are with this jarring change.
My biggest gripe is sun in my eyes. Every year I go through the danger of driving into the sun. It makes it very hard to see. I adjust. Then, just about the time I have gotten past the bad time we change the clocks and I have to go through it again.
Maybe this is just me being selfish but I doubt if I am the only person who has to go to work in the morning.
homo unius libri
I think life would be better if we would stop this ritual. I think we would be better off with the slow adjustments that come from the natural rhythm than we are with this jarring change.
My biggest gripe is sun in my eyes. Every year I go through the danger of driving into the sun. It makes it very hard to see. I adjust. Then, just about the time I have gotten past the bad time we change the clocks and I have to go through it again.
Maybe this is just me being selfish but I doubt if I am the only person who has to go to work in the morning.
homo unius libri
Opus 2014-273: Duty Calls
I am voting today because I am a responsible citizen, not because I think it will make any difference.
You see, I live in the People’s Republik of Kalifornia. We have Governor “Moonbeam” Brown as our leader. I do not have one elected official representing me that I voted for. None. Even the opposition is questionable. The man we have running against Governor Moonbeam refused to respond to the questions that the NRA sent him to learn his position on the second amendment. He is also a Rino on other issues. He might have a chance but that still would not give me anyone I can trust in government. In addition, we have a host of initiatives to vote on that will increase the deficit and lower the quality of life. I expect to lose on those too.
I am still going to vote. It is a duty. It is a responsibility. It gives me the right to complain.
I can’t wait until I can retire and leave this state. Where do I go when my country drinks the Kalifornia Kool-Aide?
homo unius libri
You see, I live in the People’s Republik of Kalifornia. We have Governor “Moonbeam” Brown as our leader. I do not have one elected official representing me that I voted for. None. Even the opposition is questionable. The man we have running against Governor Moonbeam refused to respond to the questions that the NRA sent him to learn his position on the second amendment. He is also a Rino on other issues. He might have a chance but that still would not give me anyone I can trust in government. In addition, we have a host of initiatives to vote on that will increase the deficit and lower the quality of life. I expect to lose on those too.
I am still going to vote. It is a duty. It is a responsibility. It gives me the right to complain.
I can’t wait until I can retire and leave this state. Where do I go when my country drinks the Kalifornia Kool-Aide?
homo unius libri
Opus 2014-272: Discernment Watch: Greed vs Benevolence
One of the big mind-manipulators of the left is that they “care.” I wish they didn’t.
I don’t trust people who want to help me for my own good because they care about me. I prefer simple self interest and shun philanthropy. Why is greed better than benevolence? Because you can understand greed and know what is at stake. You know the rules of the game and you are free to play your cards to your own advantage. That way both can benefit. The elites wants to do what is best for you, even if you don’t want it. In most cases, you lose.
It is about control and power, not helping.
Solomon gave us an insight into this.
Beware of the person who claims to want to help you at no benefit to themselves.
homo unius libri
I don’t trust people who want to help me for my own good because they care about me. I prefer simple self interest and shun philanthropy. Why is greed better than benevolence? Because you can understand greed and know what is at stake. You know the rules of the game and you are free to play your cards to your own advantage. That way both can benefit. The elites wants to do what is best for you, even if you don’t want it. In most cases, you lose.
It is about control and power, not helping.
Solomon gave us an insight into this.
(Proverbs 12:10 KJV) A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.Who are the wicked? People who don’t believe there is objective right and wrong. People who reject the God of the Bible and bow at the god within them. People who think they are wiser than the values that have been around for years. The people who know what is best for you. They come in all political stripes.
Beware of the person who claims to want to help you at no benefit to themselves.
homo unius libri
Opus 2014-271: The Evil of Tuck
The liberals must be getting anxious in the People’s Republik of Kalifornia. The teachers’ union put a hit piece in my box about the Superintendent of Instruction. This is not the first and may not be the last. I value these pieces of information because they give me a clear indication of how I should vote. If the California Teachers’ Association and the National Education Association tell me to vote for someone I vote for the other guy. Simple. Almost foolproof.
What has Marshall Tuck done that makes him evil in the eyes of the teacher’s unions? He has taken money from people who have money. Nasty person. Everyone knows politicians are only allowed to take money from the teachers’ unions.
On the front they are listed by label. He has taken money from an oil tycoon, real estate developers, an Enron trader, the Wal-Mart heirs, hedge fund investors and venture capitalists. Now tell me, if you wanted a group of people that wanted a stronger, more prosperous California with lots of well educated graduates to take the jobs they are providing and make them money, could you think of a better group than an oil tycoon, real estate developers, an Enron trader, the Wal-Mart heirs, hedge fund investors and venture capitalists?
On the back it gives names and amounts and refers to evils such as “secret super-PAC” and “for-profit charter” schools. These people are also guilty of “corporate education reform.” It is interesting that at no place on the hit piece are people identified who put it out.
Sounds like my kind of man. Thank you CTA and NEA.
November 4 is coming. Vote the suckers out.
homo unius libri
What has Marshall Tuck done that makes him evil in the eyes of the teacher’s unions? He has taken money from people who have money. Nasty person. Everyone knows politicians are only allowed to take money from the teachers’ unions.
On the front they are listed by label. He has taken money from an oil tycoon, real estate developers, an Enron trader, the Wal-Mart heirs, hedge fund investors and venture capitalists. Now tell me, if you wanted a group of people that wanted a stronger, more prosperous California with lots of well educated graduates to take the jobs they are providing and make them money, could you think of a better group than an oil tycoon, real estate developers, an Enron trader, the Wal-Mart heirs, hedge fund investors and venture capitalists?
On the back it gives names and amounts and refers to evils such as “secret super-PAC” and “for-profit charter” schools. These people are also guilty of “corporate education reform.” It is interesting that at no place on the hit piece are people identified who put it out.
Sounds like my kind of man. Thank you CTA and NEA.
November 4 is coming. Vote the suckers out.
homo unius libri
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