Vote People Not Parties

It's disconcerting when I hear more about casting votes for political parties; Democratic, Republican, or Independent, rather than for actual candidates, specifically President Obama or Mitt Romney. Using this method of selection, anyone can slide past the radar and be totally unprepared for office, and/or misrepresent hidden agendas.

If you check out candidates and each time you choose, it happens to be a Republican, fine and dandy. It's the same if each time your choice happens to be a Democrat. But think about what you are doing if you reverse the order and check the party view first, and then the candidate. Who actually proposes, votes and passes bills; makes laws? Who actually legislates? Who actually declares war. A political party or an individual? Voting for one just because of party affiliation alone and first is no different then voting for one or not voting for one because they are female/male, black/white/yellow/brown/red, or Jew/Gentile.

Please do your research. Vote people, not parties.

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Gay Marriage: The Big Picture from An American Justice View and A Religious One

Today, WLIW 21 showed a documentary about a #gay rights activist group that went to the #Supreme Court concerning use of the word Olympics for an event called the Gay Olympics. The gay rights group's contention in the debate was, a word is a word is a word. I see the set up. I see the sowing of seeds and a laying of the foundation for using the word #marriage. Listen. There has to be a distinct difference made between faith/religion and government. Both sides have failed to make such distinctions and have crossed lines. Can a LBGT supporter make an accurate, Christian argument for gay marriage or homosexuality? No. Can a Christian make a case against LBGTs using the American justice system? They swear they can. But no. The US #Constitution doesn't need to be changed. It neither hinders or supports gay marriage. In fact, it doesn't address marriage at all. President Clinton's Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) only protects states rights. It is useless in the debate. Is gay marriage a federal issue? Is it a state issue? Well, we tried letting civil rights be a state issue many times prior. How did that turn out? Even 100 plus years after a civil war was fought with human/civil rights and liberties being a major, if not the major factor, we still had to march to Washington, and even after that, use federal marshals and civil disobedience. But, it is right to go to and through local and state laws and justice systems first. I hate big government. America was not designed to go big first. According to American justice, gay unions should happen. Is it valid to quibble over the term marriage? I see the religious point of view, especially when it comes to public education. I can see a line being crossed similar to Evolution and Big Bang verses Creationism, Sexual Safety verses Abstinence, and I'm Gay, Was Born This Way verses A Choice. A major concern will always be about the impressional minds of our children; our future. I was reminded of my own personal view recently, concerning the viewing of violent films and playing violent video games by those 18 and under, in the aftermath of Aurora, Co. But that's another article. Concerning adults. We must always side with free choice. That's the American way. With that said, let them get married. Let it happen. As long as no religious person, as provided by the 1st amendment, is prevented from freely speaking their point of view and making statements of faith against gay marriage or the lifestyle period. This is apart of our faith and the power of change. And also, per the same 1st amendment, no religious person should be forced to perform ceremonies, other than civilly. Even in civil cases, any fair minded homosexual couple should not want to make anyone do what their faith or belief opposes. And we all want to be fair, dont we? Isn't that what the fight is about? There are many who would be glad and proud to perform such affairs. But, if push came to shove, all judges and magistrates should be prepared to do it or get off the bench. You can speak against anything and even quote scriptures, but as government employees and American public servants, you can not pick and choose which laws to follow, or whom you will serve. My faith says marriage is between a man and woman and homosexuality is wrong. This will never change. Christianity is a Theocracy, not a democracy. The rules are already layed out by God. We speak the truth in #love. We are #compassionate and merciful, but you can't have #mercy absent of #truth. His truth AND mercy forever endures. It is #truth that sets free. (And if I can not say this and be accepted and justly treated, even getting any job or office, America and the constitution is a sham! You can ask, and I will tell, even without you asking, I'm a Christian. I'm not and will not ever be made ashamed.) As an American citizen, civil servant and human being, I have no right and no one has the right to impose their beliefs on anyone else or treat anyone unjustly in any way. This includes all discrimination concerning any job, any place to live, marriage/civil unions (outside the Church), adoption (outside the four walls of the Church, but not outside any for-profit agency, even if religiously owned and operated), etc. And again, this goes both ways. (Shout out to #Chick-Fil-A. No one has the right to hinder any business from opening any where because they don't like the owners personal views; religious or otherwise. Speech does not constitute discrimination, else we all probably have a suit. I'm telling you now concerning Chick-Fil-A. YOU DON'T WANT THIS FIGHT!!! Do right public servant office holders.) Life, #liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all is right, just and the law of the land. #Equality. Equality. Equality. Even the bible says Christians are not to force, but are to convince or convict by the preaching of the gospel. In the first 3 chapters of Romans, Paul makes a case, as per God, to let them (specifically homosexuals) do what they want to do. God gives choice. In Deuteronomy, it says He lays before all (specifically Israel at the time) life and death, and then tells them to CHOOSE life. I have stated most of this before, but I will again. Before the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, the Lord goes to Abraham first, because he will teach his children right, and God doesn't withhold information from the righteous. There's also the whole mankind was given dominion over the Earth thing. Abraham knows of the cities' sins, but he doesn't applaud their impending doom. He begs the Lord not to destroy if 10 righteous people are found. He comes to the number 10 after pleading with God much, using greater numbers and getting the Lord down to the number 10. It was Abrahams hope to give Sodom and Gomorah the best chance of salvation. Oh! If he had only kept going and got the number down to 1. (I would say something about a peoples haggling skills. Something like, it ain't just for merchandise. But, I'd probably get in a lot of trouble, so I won't say it. C'mon. Smile ; ) But back to my point. Christians. I don't know how to calculate the proper ratio, but if a minimal number of righteous are found, destruction will not come. In fact, scratch the finding of the ratio, the answer is 1. 1 righteous man makes a difference. (Side Christian, theological note. It was the ground of Sodom and Gomorah that cried out to God and moved him to destroy. Ten righteous weren't found because they were killed as they protested the unrightous behavior. Look at Lot's reaction. He wasn't just concerned with sodomy or rape. Now the blood of the righteous was crying out from the ground. See my earlier blog entry; I Speak Life, Do You? I say all this to say all of #creation is crying out and waits for the #sons of God to fix it (Rom. 8:19). All creation is waiting for those washed and reborn with the new blood of Jesus, to speak better things; #peace, #justice, #truth, #mercy and #love with all #sincerity. When the Lord has to come and He will, like righteous Lot, we have been vexed to the point of ineffectiveness, or as in Jesus's case, are not vexed, but allow the people to do what they are going to do, saving some; the "whosoever". Make the connection.) I considered leaving out the above paragraph in this post, but the inclusion of it speaks to the overall point. I'm a Christian. And my faith does not hinder, nor discriminate against you, your faith, atheism, values or beliefs. It should not be a secret or keep me from any goal in life, even out side of the Church. And you must know, if you who don't believe as I do, are discriminated against in any way, I will fight with all that is within me, even against the Church! How can gay marriage effect heterosexual marriage? Christians have the power to save, heal, raise the dead, and send to heaven, but can not stay married because another group does the same? Huh? What? Besides, we are doing a bang-up job on our own on destroying the "sacred" institution with over 50% of #marriages ending in #divorce. And let me add, as I get madder even as I type! Then, you slam me for telling you the truth that God hates divorce. Hello! That's scripture, too. I will let you look it up and study to shew your ownselves approved. It's okay for you to point your finger and quote scriptures at LBGTs, but when I bust you, you're all "nobodies perfect" and "mercy" and "we all make mistakes". And don't tell me all 50% concerned violence and adultery. Get outta here. This is why there's little influence. You can dish it, but you can't take it. Enough. Stop it! Both sides, pro and against gay marriage for whatever reason, must see the big picture. Separate your faith from law. Separate your agenda from religion. And #think. I said this before and this will not be the last time you hear this from me. Impede ones rights and all of our rights are in danger, even your precious freedom of religion. And on the other side, all #LBGT strides for equality using the #Constitution, will be in jeopardy because the document will be rendered worthless. #Think! Peace always and always #consider. God bless America. Yulanda K. Jones

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I Speak Life. Do You?

Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks (Matt 12). Keep thy heart, for out of it flows the issues of life (Prov 4); blood. Abel's blood continued to speak after death (Gen 4/Heb 12). When we speak of the heart, we speak of the soul; the mind, will and emotions of a person. Abel, though righteous by works of faith, wasn't changed and made new before death, so his blood spoke vengeance over Cain, and not #love or #justice like Jesus's blood speaks now (Heb 12) and those of us of Him. Gods eyes are always on the righteous and He gave mankind dominion from the beginning. So, with out Jesus, there would be constant chaos and destruction. The "Cains" of the world would destroy the "Abels", and then be put on the run by God and the Earth, when He responds to the constant, eternal cries of the "Abels" (see Gen 4 and Revelations). This concept is what other religions/philosophies call Karma, Pay-It-Forward, and of course Christians have the Golden Rule and Reaping and Sowing. What does this all mean. The blood of all mankind had to be changed. It was and is the only answer. It's not enough to just be good, moral, and think or talk positive. It's not your mouth that needs to change first. Change your #heart and the mouth will speak right, but more importantly, the heart and soul will speak with out saying a word, forever. It still might not say what some want to hear, though. But it will speak right judgements and #justice for all. Study #Jesus, Paul, and every great saint. The same ones who were helped and healed by Jesus and cried Hosanna, also cried Crucify Him. S-M-H!! To sum all, Marvel not... You must be #bornagain (John 3).

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4 More Years! Making the case for President Obama

President Obama was a hawk when appropriate when many thought he would not, taking out Bin Laden and several key persons of Al Quaida. He has used diplomacy as well. He has protected the rights of groups like LBGT per our American laws of justice with out infringing upon religious rights. (He's not a preacher. Understand the difference.) He quickly changed the #ACA to accommodate faiths that are against abortion and birth control, making exceptions within the four walls of the actual Church, but not for their private, for-profit extensions, which is appropriate and right. He is looking to our energy future by investing in research for oil/gas alternatives. He has bought to Congress many bills to help build and strengthen the middle class. And the policies in place now concerning economics are Bush policies. He saved General Motors, an American staple/flagship company, that is now thriving. He did not pass any laws of amnesty for illegal immigrants, but put in place a measure that allows young illegal immigrants that had no choice but to follow mom and dad, to obtain work and student visas as long as they have had no criminal background. Wise, fair, and just for all. This manifold wisdom differs from compromise. And now, rather than having a liberal knee jerk reaction to the Colorado massacre concerning gun control, President Obama defends the 2nd amendment and only talks of registering guns and background checks on owners. What more do you want? This question is not rhetorical. Answer. This president has NOT been "Mr. Liberal" as some said and say. Barrack Obama has been a thinker. He has done what is right and best for all, and has not just towed the party line. We know this is true because everyone is mad, even groups that tend to vote liberal. Women groups say he didn't do enough. Gay agenda forces say it's not enough. Latinos want more. Blacks are questioning him, threatening not to vote. Environmentalists are like bring back Gore. And on the right, considering his record, why aren't armed forces more supportive? Why aren't small business men singing his praises. It just seems to me all have their own agenda and/or are no longer thinking clearly about all and what's best for all, but what's best for them and what their chosen political party says. I council you. Do your research. Do not just believe all of what you hear, because it's what you want to hear. It's disconcerting when I hear more about casting votes for political parties; Democratic, Republican, or Independent, rather than for actual candidates. Using this method of selection, anyone can slide past the radar and be totally unprepared for office, and/or misrepresent hidden agendas. The economy is down, not just in America, but in many democratic and capitalist nations because of political and financial scandal after scandal. And all such scandals, even if exposed during the Obama administration, started prior to him taking office. When I add it all up. President Obama, not only deserves four more years, it's the only right thing to do. Changing leadership every four years will not help, but will harm. As Mitt Ronmey knows as a businessman, any turn around takes time. If he wins, more time will be wasted getting his people in place and getting all up to speed. Also, his government record is similar, and I dare say more liberal, than that of President Obamas. There's Romneycare and Romney also took pro-gun control measures while in office as governor. Regardless of where you stand on any given issue, check out each candidates record. You will be surprised. Romney has a public office record, not just a private businessman record. Yet, as he runs for PUBLIC office, we hear little of nothing about that account. You have to wonder why. What we as a country do right now will determine the direction in much of the world. Infact, what all governments do right now is most important. In Europe, they ousted several leaders and yet they still suffer; economically and socially. With all I layed out, to remove President Obama, means to me, we have ceased to gather information to make informed opinions. We portray ourselves as intellectuals, but are very easily indocrinated. And also, no matter how much we insist on the claim Americans are a little more caring, and a Judeo-Christian culture, in the end, we will just vote our pocketbooks. Manna and money is the God of this world and ours, too. Let's admit it and stop claiming to be special. Very important. Money is important but in proper context. We do not hate or bash the rich. We believe in GOOD success to the highest heights. If President Obamas policies were bad for the economy, I would say so. But if you research all concerning his actual policies and proposed bills, and how/why the economy is so bad, you would know it's NOT him. Therefore, my point is you would be voting him out just because conditions are bad, and not seeing the actual cause, making it harder to find solutions and prolonging bad times. #Think cause and effect, not emotions or political rhetoric. I can say so much more. But vote for President B. Obama. Do not confuse him, with common, long held beliefs of the democratic party in general. It does not matter the political party. He's the right man for the right job at the right time. President Barrack Obama, 4 MORE YEARS!

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Wisdom and Righteousness Are One And The Same

Many do not like that I talk of how smart I am. But what they fail to realize is the original form of the word righteousness is right-wiseness when you study out the Hebrew and its original english form. (I got this from my pastor, Curtis Riley and also did my own study to confirm.) Wisdom is the principle, or 1st thing. We are to get it and then get an understanding as to why. Being right; doing right and treating others right is wisdom. The understanding of it we will not address now, but there was a praise and worship song I grew up with called I Will Trust In The Lord. One of the refrains to that song goes like this: Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Til I Die... Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Im Gonna Treat Everybody Right Until I Die... This is #wisdom. And also, #Love never fails..... -Yulanda K. Jones

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Gods Plans Has Not Changed!

On FB, see my earliest posts to understand why some want some to believe when evil happens it's God. People were purposely sabotaging me to make me think I'm not who God says. To "humble" me and convince me I'm not a good leader. Then, they'd say it's God, so I'd believe it. If God, 1) why would I fight and 2) if bad things are happening I must have done wrong in the sight of God. I cant tell you of the despicable things done by so many, especially the mind games. But not once, was I detered. Most of my tears was for the perpetrators. Imagine someone recording your private prayers, feeding the words to another, and promoting them. Imagine tracking by phone and then telling you the HolySpirit was informing. I dont even want to get into all I know. How? Yet, in all truth. I love everyone, even my enemies, praying that someday I can call them friends. You better know God and yourself. I'll say it again for all the world. I did nothing wrong and every thing right. I was used, and I'm still used, as a pattern to be discarded later w/o honor or EVERYTHING God has prepared for me. We con't to fight. Follow the money and the doctrinal truths I speak that would lead to promotion, honor and money. We con't to pray, expect and speak #truth. This is a battle for souls; a spiritual fight universally and for Nassau County, Long Island, New York, and the N. East/East Coast. God loves us and He has sent and is using the ones He sent. This is my base, though I will go through out the world. But this will always be home and where I belong. It is here, I am a pastor and public service starts. And I'm a great pastor now! Im a great public servant no! We have sacrificed much, but promotion, restoration, reconciliations, rightful place with retroactive "back pay" is come. It is done in Jesus Name! We will NEVER preach God was waiting on me to say the right words or I was just impatient, but boldly say it was Satan and people that decided to try to derail the plan and destiny of God. They tried to defer, some purposely, some ignorantly, but God never denied. We kept the faith. We allowed interruption to help save some, call for repentance, that all may be whole. Thats still our hope. But know. Gods plans has not changed. -Yulanda K. Jones

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The bible doesnt contradict itself. The concepts, especially the higher you go in the greater, supernatural things of God...

The bible doesnt contradict itself. The concepts, especially the higher you go in the greater, supernatural things of God, are so close (#strait/narrow), you can only know by knowing God. It has been diffucult to explain to other believers, much less naturally translate. But we are graced and will continue to give all and the best of what we have been given by God. And it is a good and perfect gift, so I know I'll hit that mark that tears down veils and enlightens. I'll keep this one short. Mark 8:36 For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, & lose his own soul? It is possible to go through life w/o pain, & then b judged. This is why we preach. You can think your right, and God's on your side cause all is going well. You must know what is right or just by the #HolySpirit and the #Word aside from #consequences. This is right. I've been applauded and "blessed" when I knew I was wrong, and I've been mistreated and looked down on when I was right. But understand. It never touches my spirit or soul. Jesus said no man takes my life, but I lay it down. You must see the big picture, put the whole Word of God together. This is why I keep emphatically stating I don't know a doctrine. I know a man that is truth, Jesus Christ. The #HolySpirit always agrees w/ the bible, but He proceeds it. Find the #strait and narrow way. It will help. -Yulanda K. Jones

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Why the 2nd Amendment: Back to the Basics. What Makes America Great. Just a short blurb

Sen. Feinstien made a strong case for better gun control on Fox News today. It's a view I've heard from others & pondered, even a pro gun co-worker. But, I believe James Holmes, the perpetrator in the Aurora, CO massacre, would've just found another way. As a preacher, I say, Marvel not. They must be born again. We pray for peace in the souls and minds of every potential James Holmes, their potential victims, and of course James himself. And for those not religious or of another religion, raise and care for children and all people to be responsible and loving. People kill, not guns. Look at September, 11th. One thing I will say. Colorado not registering guns makes no sense and has nothing to do with the 2nd Amendment. Remember. The 2nd amendment was put in place so that individuals can defend themselves, family, and property against any one unlawfully infringing or taking from rightful owners, primarily rouge government. Put yourself in the minds of the founders. They left a country, Britain, and started another. Britain decided the new country was theirs. The new country men had to fight, even war for what was theirs but, to Britain they were british citizens only and had no right to resist. So, our founders wanted all individuals to be able to defend against government over reach. We are so removed from the reason behind the laws laid out. I love this country. What we see happening by Evil Dictators and terrorists groups is not here. We can speak and vote and dissent without persecution. But if our military or a police force ever thought to do what we see in other nations, the people cant and shall not be left defenseless. Please don't think I support these "militia" groups who come against America because they just don't like policies. That's different. I personally believe in the system to change things. I fight a good fight of faith (and politics). Consider. Consider the reason behind the 2nd amendment. God Bless America. Liberty and Justice for all. -Yulanda K. Jones

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It Ain't God! I Don't Mean To Be Disrespectful ...

It ain't God! I don't mean to be disrespectful, and I'm sorry for any pain you've gone or are going through. But, know that it's the enemy & you, not God. God said to learn by meditating day/nite (Ps1), study to shew and you wont be ashamed (II Tim 2), and of course Church & five-fold ministry (Eph 4). He's Good all the time. His Goodness leads to repentance (Rom 2:4). But there's a Tempter. And if you move the way of his temptations (James 1), there are negative consequences. Been there. Done that. But it's not God. He so loved that He sent His Son (John 3). That doesn't mean He doesn't talk and rebuke and chastise like any good parent, but it's so you make right decisions & not be found in pain. Read I Kings 19:9-13. That still small voice is still here today to keep you safe and from ALL harm. But, there are many voices (I Cor 14). Don't let Satan trick you into thinking what he is doing is God. Now God will not always prevent all because as Dr. Stanley correctly stated, there is always free choice. Grace and Peace. Yulanda K.

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Resolution

Theres 50% plus #divorce in the world. Thats not including broken engagements/longterm relationships. U cant convince me that this lack of unity is isolated to romantic relationships & is not an indication of the worlds inability to co-eexist, even among religion. The problem is avoiding solutions, no communication, only addressing victims w/ calls 4 forgiveness and not the victimizer w/ repentance, apologies, and truth. There is no #justice, we've replaced it w/ phoney calls of unity, that don't last. And yet the same dare preach peace and love, cause it sounds good. Read your bibles, this isnt God. We've once again made our own God. God confronts and either now or later, you will deal with things you avoid. Tell truth. #Repent. Say you're sorry. #Forgive. #Communicate. Without teaching these things, all of these things, we will see much more divorce and separation (look at our country), selfishness, and more Aurora, Colorado scenes. It is #truth.

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#Obama said business owners didn't do it by themselves. A true statement.

#Obama said business owners didn't do it by themselves. A true statement. Though owners take much risk, they must factor much, including users of service, &/or buyers, &/or consumers, govt/community, employees, etc. For the most part, no business can get up & running or be a success! Ex Bill Gates needed developers as did Steve Jobs, Bigtime farmers need harvests. Walmart needs cashies, &they all need someone to buy their product. If Mitt Romney doesn't get it, we see once again Mr "job creator" thinks only about creating wealth 4owners. And there's nothing wrong w/that. In fact, it's fabulous for private industry. But, a president sees and cares about the big picture which always includes the little guys that makes it happen everyday. And its those guys that drive our economy. I agree w/ Mitt. I say it myself, dont punish GOOD success, but dont disregard the heart of America either; the working class. Dont rich bash, but the little guys need a hero more than ever, so they can heroically save the country's economy by getting back to work. President Barrack Obama, 4 MORE YEARS!

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Know Who You Are: A Series of Tweets/FB Posts

Know who and what you are. Know what you can and are supposed to do. Knowing is half the battle. You can't have faith w/o knowledge. Natural examples r a good way 2explain spiritual things, but it can never perfectly explain cuz the physics of nature (earth) differs from spiritual physics (heavenly). On Earth all things r either a person, place or thing,but in the spirit realm, 1 object can b all 3. Strong meat. Jesus is a person/place/thing. Hell is a being, place, and thing. So is death. I say all 2explain #sons of God/members of body/kingdom of God in relation to God. Most look c 2seperate things &thats it. But theres more. We are seperate entities w/ freewill 4life even if born again. But w/ born again comes an exchange of spirit. So ur free, but new talk/walk. @the sametime, we're members (actual body parts) of the 1true God,Jesus. This was more than hyperbole or poetry on Pauls part. This collective is the Kingdom. Each individual is also a kingdom of the Kingdom, too. So, we c interdependence; a perfect symbiot, not parasitic, but the way marriage is supposed 2work. &the 2shall become 1, but still 2wholes. The name of the Lord is a strong tower...Do you understand we, the believers, are that tower collectively? We r the Church, the Body of the living God. We more than just carry the name of Jesus, 2the born again person it is your new family name. Now 5fold ministry. Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers. How do you properly respect what you dont understand. 5fold have specific grace and callings as we all do and if you don't respect their calling, why should anyone respect yours or you. The key is interdependence. They dont replace God. He desires a personal relationship w/ all of us. Yet, there are those called to speak 2the masses & universally concerning all matters. Unless stated as Paul did, "I said it, not the Lord", we are not 2take what they say as opinion, but what He said/direction. And yes, get confirmation, 2. 5fold is apart of the Head. The govt is upon His shoulder. A body w/o a head is scary. But still #equality, not slavery. We need 1another And this strong tower, the Church, is NOT HERE to force any1 to believe or do as we do. But we r 2cover the Earth w/ His Glory such that even the natural eye of the unbeliver sees that its good, while PRESENTING the gospel. Some will believe. Some will not. But, Peace on Earth and Goodwill TO ALL MEN! Liberty & Justice FOR ALL!

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Solutions: An Alternative For Mayor Bloomberg In An Attempt To Save The Big Gulp.

I love solutions. Many complain, but few submit viable, working solutions. Many must admit, they just want to fight. I love pure dissent, but when you have no solutions to accompany your complaint, I question the purity, and honesty. Arguments, and disagreements just become parts of strategies in games the other side many not be even aware are being played. Solutions presented and reworked to settle a matter is a good thing, if settlement and peace is the true desire. I hate Mayor Bloomberg's proposal to ban the sale of any soft drink over 16 ounces at restaurants, vendors and other places. While I am concerned about obesity and overeating, the ban calls for more big government and an intrusion in the lives of Americans. A nanny state I never want. It punishes the #responsible for the behavior of the #irresponsible. The key to changing habits and then saving lives is information and choice. When people choose to do differently themselves, they are more likely to stick with the choice. When humans are forced, eventually bad habits will return. Give people information, even give them the right answers, but let them decide based on their own personal lifestyle choice. Obviously, there are some cases where safety of the general public outweighs individual freedoms. But in this limited issue, the rights of the individual should win out. So here is my solution for Mayor Bloomberg. There are already ordinances that require calorie and dietary information on menus, ordering boards, and on products in grocery stores. Since information is key, perhaps this law can be extended to include labeling cups and even fast food sandwich wrappers. On every Big Gulp for example, there can be an approximation of calorie, sugar, sodium, and fat intake. Private industry may not like this solution, but it's already in place. It would not take much to implement the measure further. I think this solution gives Americans freedon, but helps us make wiser choices. While I love that famous Revolutionary quote, perhaps we can find some middle ground between the choice of liberty and death. Yulanda K. Jones

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Wisdom and The Holy Spirit: Specific Wisdom

So what did God say? He never ordained a test, but He did use it. If u knew me, I hate the word victim, & yet that was the word God said use. Ppl said dont be angry/move 4ward/let it go; using good scriptures, 2. But God said b angry/stand still/fight 4justice. He also said cast down all accusations. 4 a period, He said, dont talk 2 anybody, observe. There were so many things good, anointed ppl just got wrong, bcuz they knew Word, but no specifics about that situation; my situation. W/out a doubt. Wisdom is the principle thing in any situation. It cant b isolated. There are many possibilities, 4all things are possible w/ God and there are very few absolutes. Always pray/meditate/ask God. I dont care how much word you know or think you know, never assume what the answer is. You must be instant in season,and the only to do that is by the #HolySpirit and constant thought/meditation. 2 situations could look exactly a liike, and have 2 totally different solutions. Be open. Be one w/ Him. Be. Be. Be. There were so many voices, but I know the Lord! Get to know His voice. When Adam was created, he wasnt given a scroll. The Word/bible is God. But the Spirit of God is His very quintessential presence. He always must agree w/ the Word, they are one, but He precedes the Word telling you which Word is right for this or that situation. Like a great lawyer, I personally can take the Bible and argue any side of any argument, but the Spirit is specfic as to which Word is right. It is instant brilliance. It is sharper than any 2edged sword. It is many sided and tailor made. Get to know Him! Jesus said, I must Go that He, the spirit may come. He is called the comforter. Oh how comfortable it is to always know and have the right answer; the best answer! Thats peace! Thats prosperity! Thats joy! I know Him indeed. Be blessed all. -Y K Jones

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Arizona. Arizona. Arizona! I Have Many Subtitle Possibilities But I Will Be Nice And Just Say Apparently I'm Pregnant

#Arizona. Arizona. Arizona. I know it is not every resident. I hear Sedona is quite lovely. I have a former co-worker that considered moving there. (I could not remember the city name until a law clerk mentioned it. Thank you MH.) I am sure it is just a small sect of people screwing up in Arizona. Like many places, especially in this great country, it is usually just a few. Only coupled with the cooperation of the many via silence, the few can do great damage. I see now why Steve Nash had to leave the Suns. (Get Kobe another ring, sir!) I digress. Let me get back to Arizona and the issue at hand. First, there was (or unfortunately is) the whole "status check", civil rights violation issue in the name of border security and stopping illegal immigration. (I am for the latter, but the former; the law and that procedure is ridiculous. There are better ways to protect our borders.) And now there's also this, compliments of Arizona. What's "this" you ask? I will tell you. According to Arizona, life now begins at the end of a women's last period. (Long sigh) I am not sure which debacle came first, "status check" or this "thing", but words can barely express my "OMG'ness". Arizona. Arizona. Arizona. I never thought it possible, but you just may have successfully stolen that feeling of elation I used to get each time I finished my cycle. (Once a month you can hear me loudly singing a chorus of BORN FREE...FREE AS THE WIND BLOWS...) (Another Long sigh) What are you thinking Arizona? I mean if an illegal Mexican woman gets caught right after her period, do you deport two people? (All civil servants are pissed about the double paper work, too.) And if a Mexican woman is stopped for a busted tail light, and doesn't have her "papers", does Arizona law enforcement run two "staus checks" ? And now, with the new President Obama youth immigration initiative, does the "life" make the argument to stay and get an education or work visa? Ok enough. That's stretching it a bit, but no more than Arizona has stretched it. Really #think about this one. Whether you are pro-life or pro-choice, Arizona is saying all menstrating women, sexually active or not, are pregnant three out of four weeks every month! Arizona. Arizona. Arizona! Darn those Christian rights advocates for taking away Sex Ed! Let me simplify the facts of life as best I can. A baby is made when sperm meets egg. We need both the physical reproduction product found only in women; eggs, and the substance only found in a man; sperm. Other than the virgin birth of baby Jesus, it takes BOTH these two together to make a baby. Now it is true that science has found ways to initialize and complete the baby making process and do away with the physicality and/or sexual activity, I'm told the fun stuff, to make it happen. There are now "turkey basters" and test tubes. I do not mean to offend using these terms. Science is wonderful and has helped many couples have children that could not have otherwise concieve. Indeed a blessing. But the substances used, even with these methods are still that of a man and a woman. They are not yet, synthetic. (I stress, YET.) I guess I should also mention cloning which eliminates the use for men altogether. (Be nice ladies :) Let me make a few declarations and truths about myself. I am a born again, bible toting, scripture quoting, Holy Ghost filled, tongue talking, fire baptised Christian. I am a preacher. And I will one day, soon I hope, be a pastor. I believe, teach and expect every word found in the Word of God, the bible. With that said, I am not going to debate the veracity of Arizona's statement, now. I only want to point out the fact that once again, thoughts concerning reproduction and sex seem to only be directed to one side; women, and not to the other; men. Women are preached at and against concerning birth control because of God's commandment found in Genesis; be fruitful and multiply. Yet, I do not hear a similar argument against vesectemies. (Note. Vesectimies are often covered by most health insurance plans, and I rarely hear objection, even by the Church. #ACA shout out). Again, no debate to the truthfulness now, but only I expect consistency, uniformity, equality, and co-responsibility given to both genders. (My mental soundtrack is playing Marvin Gaye/Kim Weston. "It takes two, baby. It takes two, baby. Me and you..") I assume this thesis (not sure if it's law yet) is to make a stronger case against abortion. But, if the issue is true care for innocent life, then using sound, biological logic, in how Arizona attempts to define life, that it begins at the end of a woman's last mentral cycle, and with the limited, simplified sex 101 knowledge above, why doesn't life also begin with the seed or sperm of all men? There is no "period" in a month when their "little guys" can't make a baby, and there is seemingly no expiration, or at least a much greater shelf life than a woman's eggs. So, why isn't the spilling of seed by men when #masturbating thought of as destroying life, too? Why is it not upheld as precious and also considered life when it also is needed to make life. I even have a scripture passage, for the religious/moral right: Genesis 38:9 And Onan knew that the SEED should not be his; and it came to pass, when he went in unto his brother's wife, that he spilled it on the ground, lest that he should give SEED to his brother. Genesis 38:10 And the thing which he did displeased the Lord: wherefore he slew him also. Notice. The use of the word seed can be used synonymously with baby or life. Go ahead. Insert the word baby. Now notice God's extreme harshness with this man, while Arizona does not address men at all. I do not want to make light of strong convictions, nor was this composition meant to argue when life begins and God forbid debate Roe v. Wade. But with all layed out, when I hear the debates against birthcontrol always directed towards woman, and arguments over abortion only directed at women... When I see rarely men addressed, when clearly biologically and according to God, it takes both, I make conclusions. Regardless of what I think of your position, it is, along with mostly all matters concerning reproduction, massagenous and anti-women. And what makes it worse to me, is the use of God and His Word often to do it. God has made the genders equal. In Genesis one, the bible says God made man in His image, male AND female made He them and gave THEM dominion. There are no scriptures concerning women and birth control directly, just allusions to it with the aforementioned "be fruitful and multiply" which is a charge to all families, not just women. The world now has 7,000,000,000, that's 7 billion, people. Can you say edict fufilled? Mission accomplished? Side note: Then, when couples have these big families, because of "be fruitful", the same people who have a problem with birth control, have a problem when these families need public assistance. That's public assistance as in housing, food and oh yea, how about some #affordable health care (another #ACA shout out). That's another essay, though. Again, I believe this was an attempt to make a stronger case against abortion, and no longer seperate birth control from abortion. According to Arizona, all birth control is abortion and murder, because it ceases life which begins, per them, at the end of the woman's last menstral cycle. I have to say it again. ALL WOMEN ARE ALWAYS PREGNANT, SEXUALLY ACTIVE OR NOT, 3 WEEKS OUT OF 4!!! (Longest sigh.) So, will Arizona extend this concept to include the illegalization of all male masturbation? If it seems ridiculous, then so should what it being suggested about "life" in a woman. Now let me be clear. I hate abortion. It should never be used as a form of birth control. I preach, teach, pray, and council, but Arizona is ridiculous. I want illegal immigration stopped and dealt with, too, but Arizona just keeps going too far! Arizona. Arizona. Arizona. I think some liberals are in Arizona disguised as conservatives and are purposely sabotaging with this crazy 1942 stuff. Sorry. 1842 stuff. Stop. Please Stop Arizona. -Yulanda K. Jones P.S. I am not ashamed of the gospel, which is the power unto salvation of both lives; the womans and the unborns, and not litigation and laws. God has given control to women, and has made babies; dependant life on that of a woman for 9 months or so. That's God's reality. He could have set it up so that as soon as there is conception, immediately the baby depends on both mom and dad, but He didnt. God could have immediately made the "village" responsible, but He didn't. We can ask Him why, but it would not change the God reality. Two to conceive, one to carry, two should help raise and train. God set up the system. And women, you will be held accountable for the choices you make. But, as said above, preaching and praying for the right choices to be made is more poweful than any legislation. It's why the Old Testament did not work. I would rather put abortion clinics out of business by taking their "patients" through the powe of convincing one to change directions. That's not only Gods way, it's the American way. And we know the alternative. We've been through it. There's the back room alleys, pills, "falling" down stairs and the "acciidents". Oh yes and let's not forget the wire-hangers. If she wants to abort, she will. But change her and save her, and you will save that life in her, whenever that life actually began Arizona. (Dont get offended if your religion rests in the Old Testament. I'm Christian. Oy Vey!)

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Psalms 91. Moses so tapped in to something so awesome.

1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. a 2 I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. 3 Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence. 4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. 5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day; 6 Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. 7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee. 8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked. 9 Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; 10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. 11 For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. 12 They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone. 13 Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet. b 14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. 15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. 16 With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.

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An informal blurb: A reminder that the strait/narrow way is NOT middle ground, or center per se.

I can't stress it enough. The #strait/narrow way isn't necessarily centrist or balance, especially the way balance has been taught. (See my blog entry on fruits of the Spirit and what temperance is really.) It's not compromise or the middle road. I hate gray! I hate wishy washy. The #strait and narrow way is wisdom. If it's wisest to go left, go left. If it's wisest to go right, go right. And if straight down the middle, or any where in between is right, or a layered solution should be applied, then do that. This way will always include doing to others what you believe is right and would like done to you. (Note: You may have to go first and inialize the golden rule effect. The cross is the greatest restart button ever.) Walking this way is listening to a multitude of wise council and making the best decision. If you are religious, it's knowing God's voice and Word, and moving by it. It's knowing which word applies to what situation. You then must always be ready to explain and give understanding to everyone that asks, in natural terms. If you are not religious, the strait/narrow way is still wisdom and sound judgement that considers all. It's hearing all sides of an argument, researching facts, and choosing what is right. This path is the ability to know both diligence and patience; to know excellence and planning, but also how to wing it and go with the flow. Not only does it know each polar opposite intimately, but also every step in between. It knows the spectrum, and all possibilities. (For all things are possible.) Most importantly, one who walks the strait/narrow way, knows when to do what, that it may be well with all. It cares. It loves, but is not moved by emotions only. The strait/narrow way considers all facets and casts the widest net, without compromising truth, justice or righteousness. It uses #manifold wisdom. To walk this line, it takes constant thought, and researching of fact (not just opinion), which many do not like. Meditation day and night can be hard. You have to solve and re-solve and re-solve again, as conditions, people and circumstances change. You have to address and re-address, as things grow and change and things are always changing. In this era, like a woman's contractions, the labor pains are getting closer and closer together. What may have been right a few years ago, may need to be reassessed now. And to make matters more difficult, there are very few absolutes in the world. So, #think always. Forever be #thoughtful. And remember, the root word of #considerate is #consider. Thanks, Yulanda K. Jones

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"Stop and Frisk": At the Intersection of Civil Rights, Sanctity of Life, and Our Constitutional Rights. But is it Right?

As some may already know, I am an avid proponent and forever advocate of all the founding principles of our beloved USA. We do not need as many new laws as we think, but only to stand and build on what is already. To move forward, we need to go back. We need to get back to the basics. I believe in the constitution and all of its' amendments, including the often highly contested 2nd amendment ; the right to bear arms. With "Stop and Frisk" we find ourselves at a peculiar intersection. First, we have the civil rights and liberties of every person that has been or will be stopped and frisked without just or probable cause. Secondly, we have the protection of the right to life that is endangered everyday by criminals and illegal gun carriers. Plus, there is the protection of the right for justice for all those that have already been slain, and their families, at the hands of these same illegal gun carriers. Third and finally, as mentioned above, we have the protection of all of our constitutional right to bear arms. I mention this because this is always a point of contention whenever there is a debate on any subject concerning guns. This three point intersection makes the validity of "Stop and Frisk" extremely difficult to judge. A few things we do know. This is not a case of legal ownership of guns in "God Country" for hunting. Nor, is it about legal ownership of guns anywhere, as is our right. What it is about is the sanctity of life verses civil rights in a small radius, NYC, in this instance. Report after report of person after person being murdered by people that UNLAWFULLY have guns we hear. Statistics show that young men are the primary perpetrators. What is the answer? It is wrong to be moved by emotions and say because this person was killed, even a personal loved one, anothers liberties should be trampled. It is also wrong to ban all guns. Our constitution and the American way says, No! But if you can't ban all arms, and there is a crime spree with guns, what do you do? If most of the crime is being committed by young men ( and yes, though in lesser numbers than blacks and latinos, young white men, too), what do you do? What do you do as those who are commissioned, paid and have sworn to serve and protect the community, ie government officials and law enforcement? Is "Stop and Frisk" the same as Arizona's "status check" which I whole heartedly oppose? Well, I know of ways other than violating civil rights to help stop illegal immigration. I tweeted about a recent ring of illegals that were busted by the New Jersey DMV. No civil liberties had to be violated. But "Stop and Frisk" alternatives? They are not applying for jobs or getting drivers licenses using guns. Where would be the lawful "gotcha" moment? Can it only be after someone is maimed or killed? Do we endanger human life? Will murder have to be the "gotcha" moment? A peculiar intersection indeed. I am not a cop, but I am law enforcement and will always be pro law enforcement. I believe many civilians do not know rules and procedures, and therefore can not correctly judge police actions. Average citizens do not comprehend the difference between profiling using bias and prejudice, and profiling by the facts, use of good detective skills, witness testimonies, statistics and process of elimination. Is "Stop and Frisk" racial profiling? Technically yes. Is it racism or good police work based on facts is the better question. The answer to that takes reading the mind of each and every police officer. I am black. I do not like it when people take the attitude of right is right and wrong is wrong, unless someone of my race is involved. And poverty is not an excuse for any crime. I implore parents of all races to train their children in the way they should go. Judge their behavior. Judge their dress. Judge the company they keep. Build #character. Build #integrity. Build self respect and respect for all others. Build more two parent families with only as many children as you can mentally and financially handle. If you have to, stop and frisk your own children before they leave your house. And start all by examining yourself first. Leaders must first be convinced. And all parents are automatically and instantly leaders. Do these things and you lessen the chances for police, bigotted or not, to have to address your children. In addition, all of society has to ensure that if our young people are rough around the edges, or just look a certain way, none of them is harassed or murdered just because of the way they look. I still have questions and thoughts. I have many concerns. I see all sides. "Stop and Frisk"? When human life is at risk? When statistics show undisputed facts? When the founding principles of this great country is on the line? I do not know yet. This one person jury is still deliberating. Still #thinking. -Yulanda K. Jones.

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