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Stupidocrisy: The Remade American Democracy :: By Bill Wilson

Published on: by RR7

It’s no small secret now that last week’s elections were a humungous rejection of the “woke” left-wing socialist agenda of Joe Biden and his Democratic Party.

People balked at economic policies that have brought Americans the highest gas and food prices in over a decade. They rejected that the government, not parents, should have control of their children’s education. Against the backdrop of the highest violent crime and murder rates in ages, people put their foot down against defunding and abolishing the police. And citizens signaled at the polls that they were not warm to the idea of losing their jobs and the economic ramifications of forcing COVID shots on them and their children.

So, what’s Biden’s answer?

Joe Biden actually said this:

“What I do know is, though, is people want us to get things done. They want us to get things done, and that’s why I’m continuing to push very hard for the Democratic Party to move along and pass my infrastructure bill and my Build Back Better bill. Think about what we’re talking about here. People are upset and uncertain about a lot of things: from COVID to school to jobs to a whole range of things and–the cost of a gallon of gasoline–and so, if I’m able to pass and sign into law my Build Back Better initiative, I’m in a position where you’re going to see a lot of those things ameliorated quickly and swiftly.”

So, let’s get this straight: The voters outright rejected his leftist agenda, and Joe’s answer is that people just want to see all these crazy socialist boondoggles passed into law.

Now I get it–that’s why they are upset at the polls. Uh-huh. As Washington Times columnist Robert Knight observed:

“Looking at the damage, some Democrats opined that American voters were disillusioned because Congress had not governed even more radically. In light of the Virginia results, a tone-deaf Nancy Pelosi vowed to stuff even more leftist social items into spending bills. Americans want the insanity to stop, but Democrats are not listening… There is no single issue that awakened the voters, just a mind-boggling string of Democrat-spun catastrophes: roaring inflation, especially in food prices and at the gas pump; the open border disaster; Afghanistan; unconstitutional COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates on private businesses; the LGBTQ agenda gone wild, and the sense that we’re on a runaway train toward a socialist cliff.”

Knight continued:

“Also, parents got a good look during the pandemic at how Democrat-run schools are sexually corrupting their children and obsessing on race.”

The recent elections rejected everything the Democrats are promoting, but they don’t care; you’re gonna get it anyway because they know better than you.

Proverbs 28:15 says, “As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.”

In other words, until morale improves, the beatings will continue. The real agenda is to trample everybody’s rights while convincing them they are getting justice. In the meantime, these corrupt politicians continue to pad their pockets and keep their power. It’s the remade American Democracy.

Say it with me… Stupidocrisy.

Posted in The Daily Jot

 

Thanks + Giving :: By Holly Spate

Published on: by RR7

As you prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, take a moment to stop… to relax… to reflect. Allow yourself to breathe deeply. Slow down your steps… let your mind rest. Give yourself permission to not give in to the hectic schedules. Clear your calendar of the unnecessary. Be intentional. Make it your mission this holiday to approach this special time of year with a purposeful mind and heart.

Every heart benefits from simply slowing down. Every life benefits from the blessing of recharging and allowing the body and mind the chance to experience rejuvenation. Jesus knew the importance of slowing down and simply resting. He calls each of us to rest.

Matthew 11:28-30: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Hebrews 4:9-11: “There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his. Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief.”

Psalm 127:2: ” It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.”

We have a Savior who teaches balance. It’s easy to get swept up in the hecticness of life… so many things vying for our attention, participation, etc. But when we focus on what’s most important, we can really experience and appreciate all the blessings around us.

We become Mary’s in a Martha world.

When we stop and slow down, we naturally can enhance our ability to appreciate… to really see, hear, and feel the moments surrounding us and the beauty of our surroundings. As Christians, when we carve out moments to simply slow down, we can better listen and hear the direction of the Holy Spirit. Slowing down and being still is something most of us have to practice, and many sweet rewards come when we do. Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God.”

As you begin thinking and preparing your plans for this very special holiday, carve out time to rest, relax and rejuvenate.

Secondly, something that will also add to the joy of your experience this Thanksgiving is a beautiful exercise I’d encourage you to participate in. As you take a well-needed break and rest, grab a pen and paper and begin to write down everything you’re grateful for. Think of everything… leave nothing off the list… don’t be in a rush. Spend this sweet time with the Savior, giving praise for each blessing you write down.

Think of everything… big and small and all the blessings that await you one day for all eternity. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

Philippians 4:8 further reminds: “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”

God wants us to spend time thinking about good things… focusing on what’s right, true, lovely, etc. He wants us to stop and praise Him, the maker of ALL good things!

Psalm 33:21 says, “For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name.” Let Your heart rejoice today!

If you’re coming together with friends or family, encourage each person to make their own list before they arrive. Then, share these praises of blessing while you’re gathered together for Thanksgiving. Listening to everyone’s list of blessings and writing down your own has a way of lifting hearts, creating more gratefulness in hearts, and helps to center the celebration around Christ.

Slowing down and making a grateful list are two ways to really experience and add meaning to your holiday. And as you prepare for Thanksgiving, think of ways you can give back. Being thankful is one part, and giving is another. Choose to be a blessing to someone or many someones this holiday. Choose to be the hands and feet of Jesus to someone else. What can you do to make a difference this holiday season? What can you do to help lift someone else up? What can you give today and every day? Acts 20:35 states: “I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

And when we give, we are to remember our Heavenly Father gives us all things. James 1:17 reminds: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”

Let this holiday be one of focus and intention. Take time to look over your grateful list often. Contemplate frequently concerning all God has done for you… past, present, and future.

As a child of the King, you must always remember you have much in which to be thankful. Having Jesus in your life affords you a wonderful existence in the present (no matter how our world looks today) and an incredible eternity that’s so magnificent your mind can’t even begin to comprehend. 1 Corinthians 2:9 reminds of this truth: “But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.”

What will your Thanksgiving look like this year?

My hope is that your holiday is filled with both Thanks and Giving. May your heart be filled with joy because of Jesus’ sacrifice, which has brought you salvation. May you rejoice and give praise to your Creator for all the blessings you have. And, may you have a Thanksgiving that’s focused, intentional, and one that brings rest and rejuvenation. But, most importantly, that you’ll turn your eyes upon Jesus and keep Christ at the center of your celebration.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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This Offering I Give

by Holly Spate

This offering I give from my heart which You made
May I sing now Your song with this voice that You gave.

May I lift up my hands held in adoration high
May I feel now Your presence ever drawing me nigh.

With each breath that I breathe, may Your spirit take flight
May it guide me through darkness ever seeking Your light.

This offering I give, flowing heart filled with praise
May I sing constant Your song for the rest of my days.