“Crossroads – Worry or Faith/Works”
cji 10/11/11
(Pausing to Consider):
Over the course of history many people worried over their daily existence – i.e. food, water and shelter. Those who worried usually accomplished little in their efforts to gain all three and became dependent on others to provide it for them. Today the Government and media play to those who worry still today about what now is considered the basics of survival; cars, homes, jewelry, television sets, I-pods, computers and much more to which everyone today feels entitled to possess. Yet whatever man/woman touch seems to be short lived and a disaster in the long term, i.e. several weeks to several months.
Terms and meanings have changed and been manipulated to satisfy the guile of those using a new language to hide their real intent. One can easily start a run on a bank – and just as quickly almost all banks will be forewarned and close their doors – thinking the money is theirs and not the account holders. Just as easily the Government can start a depression with bad fiscal policies and count on industry to step right in and help it gain momentum. History has shown almost every depression was man/woman made and not because of anything else. Indeed those who start the depression usually gain the most in the end – owning foreclosed properties and anything else they desire at 1 cent to 10 cents on the dollar.
Understanding that 95%+ of the wealth of the United States is owned and controlled by less than 4% (this figure is of some discussion but not a lot) of the population should awaken some to the problems facing either our economy or economic future. When looking for the victim and the victor one needs only look to those who’ve the most to lose(and little to gain) to those who’ve the most to gain (and the least to lose). On the world stage this is always China – on the US stage it’s the 4% (and even a smaller percentage within this group) with the most to gain and the least to lose. While on the world stage the free nations have the most to lose and least to gain; and the working class (those who pay the taxes and produce the goods/services) who’ve the most to lose and the least to gain.
Therefore we’ve a circular situation which repeats itself over and over – with the wealthy and government taking more and more control over the ‘people’ who actually produce so they can. As much as politicians complain – they in fact gain the most from the current policies and events within the US. They’ve salaries for life – vote their own pay raises and exempt themselves from all of the unwise legislation which they force upon the people.
Thus we now have to concern ourselves with in whom we trust? If we trust the Government and Politicians to watch out for our best interests and to remove the worry over our daily, weekly needs then we indeed have even a greater need to worry. Faith in the Government is falsely placed and always has been which is why governments come and go throughout history because traditionally they let down those they’ve been chosen by to serve. Of course where there’re Kings, Queens, Dictatorships and Despots one is usually given to be at their whim and without any rights. In an elected government this should not be the case – however, it is!
If we cannot trust or faith in our government or elected representatives then who is left? The 4%+ who control the wealth of our nation certainly don’t care much for us as has been shown over the past century and one-half by the absolute abuse of their wealth and power to gain more wealth and power. They say nice things and give public donations to appease and beguile those who might find some good in them. The media/TV/movies make them into big heroes but they are not.
We certainly cannot trust the new wealthy class known as actors/actresses or athletes for the very same reasons of the others. For the most part they’re out for number 1 and number 1 only. Plus they’ve much in common with the government, politicians and the 4%+ - they for the most part believe not in the Ten Commandments – other than as suggestions for the weaker among them. This is the case of several (many) bad apples overwhelming any good in their company.
(Interlude to Change of Values and Culture)
When the turn of the 19th Century to the 20th Century occurred – there was not a car in every garage – nor running water in the homes – or TV’s or anything material to excess. Canned food was thought a luxury and many found some of the new ‘contraptions’ just that. People survived hurricanes, tornados, floods, blizzards and all other natural events without the intercession of the government. People relied on each other (as some still do in this nation). There were abuses but in most areas of the country these were controlled and dealt with promptly within the local community.
With the advent of the urban clusters (early 1800’s onward) people stopped watching out for each other and demanded someone else do it for them. People stopped living both the Commandments and as neighbors. Indeed we found we could not trust very many around us – and thus there was always doubt in any gesture to do good or to share. In the larger rural areas this took until the mid-1950’s for this abandonment of helping each other especially with urban spread. One can still find in the smaller towns and villages in the US the caring and sharing feelings – however, with the advent of the drug culture, rising crime (without conscious), illegal aliens and the welfare class – much of this is also being dissipated.
(Further Consideration Good Old Days of the United States):
Many times we hear of those preaching the good old days and values but they fail to understand to what they’re referring. Thus when some indicate the return to the good old days or early values of the nation – one seeks to be led astray in the fantasy of one’s own mind. There is no return to the good old days – basically because while our memories are built in follywood and paperback books – the evil was always inherently there. Instead in reality only temporary fixes can be found – and someone who chooses the right is not the opposite of what I indicated – there will always be those who’ve values, morals, integrity, being honest, and seeking to do what is right for the right reasons.
The Prophets have foretold is that men/women will become more and more wicked – dividing the gap between those who really follow the Savior and His Father – and those who don’t. i.e. those who seek to do the right thing for the right reason – being obedient to the Commandments of the Father and the Son – and those who don’t and seek only to do that which they want to do regardless of the reasons being either right or wrong.
The rebirth of America is an interesting request – as America itself started out in violence and has continued to be so throughout its short history. And if one wants to go back before Amerigo Vespucci it won’t take much research to see many wars and violence – resulting in a history back to 2000BC and before. For a window of roughly 200 years – about c35 AD to 200AD there was peace on this continent as we now know it as North America.
America became an idea – one of worth and that even the common man could improve himself/herself. Yet ever there were those who tried to profit off of everyone else – i.e. the richer, bigger, more violent, etc. would seek and do anything to advance their own goals at the expense of others. Thomas Jefferson did it at the expense of John Adams. Henry Clay at the expense of Andrew Jackson. The North and South at the great expense of lives. The carpet baggers at the expense of the South – led be a most righteous General Butterfield(worth). Politicians at the expense of the Constitution and the people. The criminal at the expense of society.
The rebirth of the USA as was the dream and hymn’s have portrayed has always been and will be an ideal! Every now and then – we get a Reagan or Truman or a John Adams (hopefully) who actually knows what the Constitution says and means – but very infrequently – and even then the media/press/TV/movies will seek to destroy such leadership. Therefore we seek this first within our own homes and then within our sphere of friends and neighbors. Where we attend Church and where we go to shop or eat. Where we shop and where we chose to play. Otherwise the restraints placed upon the many by the vicious few is both seen and felt.
(The Return to the Ten Commandments):
Ahh… the Ten Commandments or as some scream from the pulpit or in the media – the Scriptures – and for money they’ll teach whatever one pays them to teach. It would seem in the world of today we’re running out of options of finding an absence of worry in our lives and to instead find faith and works. Worry is the motivation for cheating, lying, stealing, and generally not keeping the Ten Commandments or any others which are also found in the Scriptures. And if you violate the Ten Commandments or others – you’ve then agreed with the Father and the Son that you do not love them nor have faith in them – thus you cannot do good works either.
Most of the clergy of today say it is only Faith alone which is needful to be saved and considered a good Christian – which of course then denies what is taught in the Scriptures. The excuse is that they need only use about 5% of the Scriptures to teach their doctrines and creeds instead of the Saviors. They’ve appointed themselves and their schools to be the High Priests of who is and isn’t going to be saved – which again denies the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Therefore one still has a lot to worry about when turning to the Creeds and teachings of the majority of the Christian/Jewish/Muslim and other off-shoot religions of today as found in the US. Thus, none of the Clergy, etc. can tell you where the cut off line is between going to heaven or hell. Given that they only present two choices again they deny the teachings of Paul and other Prophets of the Scriptures. Of course the more you pay the better your chances according to them to their flocks.
So what is left? We certainly don’t want to worry – and we know the times ahead are going to be harder and harder to survive. Most who believe the Scriptures should entertain what Malachi says in the 4th Chapter – referring to the Great and Dreadful Day.
Yet how many really have studied and understand what the full purpose of mortality is? If one believes men/women – the answer is nothing. The churches also teach it is nothing, i.e. Creatio ex Niliho – if one is made from nothing there is only nothing to return to. Or as those who profess Darwinism as a fact (i.e. again never proven) – they’ve even worse prospects after death. Yet if one sincerely ponders and reads the Scriptures they’ll find a completely different presentation from the Creeds and teachings of men/women about the purpose of this mortality.
Therefore – if one truly has Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ – believes literally His Father’s Doctrines and those presented by His representatives on this Earth – the Prophets; then there should be an absence of worry! We’re commanded in the Scriptures to keep all of the Commandments! If we love the Lord – we will literally do this – and when we slip we’ll repent fully. We’ll stand against the ‘pricks and piercings’ of a wicked world without fear or doubt about who we are, where we came from and where we are going.
The essentials of this life are momentary and in reality not even ours – they are all the Lords. The Savior asks us to pay a full tithe on our increase – which in effect is all his anyway. If we do this we’ve great promises towards our well being and that of our family. The Savior asks to obey fully the Commandments – to be found righteously engaged in all things and all times. For this the Savior has helped us to attain various talents to share with others and also provides us free time. The Savior and His Prophets have expressed over and over – one Church – one Gospel and one Baptism – if we’ve faith in the Savior we ought to believe Him and not the men/women of the world.
(What is Expected of Us):
What is expected of us in this eternal relationship – which if we do will remove the worry and concerns of the world? First, we must do as directed in James 1:27! Second, we must read and study the Scriptures daily. Third, we must be found in full compliance and obedience to all of the Commandments. Forth, we must do our genealogy for our ancestors and get their work done in the House of the Lord during mortality. Fifth, we must sustain the Saviors representatives on this Earth in this Day and from the past – the Prophets. Sixth, we must literally accept the teachings of the Scriptures (all of them) and apply them in our lives to set a good example of a good example in a loving and kind way towards all others. Seventh, we must love our spouses and our families. Eight, we must sustain our leaders – called by the Father and the Son in these latter-days. Ninth, we must have Charity, Faith and Hope; or as Paul admonished, “We believe all things, we hope all things, we have endured many things, and hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.” And tenth, we must report often in daily personal prayer, (and family prayer) on our progress and delays in those assigned promptings which we’ve received.
Next what is expected of us to do on a daily basis? First, a year’s supply of food storage which you rotate and use. Second, to get out of debt especially credit card debt. Third, to have emergency supplies for cold, hot and times without electricity. Forth, a well supplied first aid kit. Fifth, money set aside for emergencies. Sixth, important papers where they’re protected yet easy to find. Seventh, batteries and radio which can be used without electricity. Eight, tools which can be used without electrical power, i.e. hand saws, can openers, flashlights, hammers, etc.. Ninth, a way to gather wild game or a garden for vegetables. Tenth, a knowledge of how to purify water, cook, candles, matches, soap for self and laundry. These are the basics – nothing fancy.
In return for being found in obedience the promises of all the Scriptures can be ours – and thus the worries and concerns of the world are mute in reflection and thus we can better understand the Saints of the Primitive Church during their persecutions and hardships. We’ve all the trials of Abraham to endure – we’ll all carry our own crosses – we’ve the refiner’s fire to enter into willingly and happily! None are exempt – nor would we wish to be – if we’re true disciples of the Savior in these latter-days.
Thus one can follow man/woman – creeds which make no sense – interpretations of the Scriptures which are more neo-Platonist than anything else – or they can follow the simple, clear truths of the Scriptures and those of the Savior – which were and are all done in obedience to the Father – becoming as the same.
(Hard Truths):
Hard truths – or easy – worry or the absence of worry is a personal choice. Most of us will never be a politician or among the 4%+ in wealth or power. Most of us will never be a government. It would be my understanding that few would even desire for these things. Yet in being a disciple of the Savior one can only then no longer have to worry about the things of the world.
Remember – if we do what Father and the Son have commanded – in doing so we’ll find talents to develop – some as doctors, nurses, laborers, teachers and whatever else we desire and will find the family is the most important role within mortality. None were ever promised more than their needs – sadly too many supplant needs with wants. This we cannot do as a disciple of the Savior. This doesn’t mean we’ll live in a hovel – eat the throwaway food or garbage of others – but it does mean we’ll be concerned of the welfare of others as in James 1:27.
Heavenly Father knows who each of us are – what the intent of our hearts desire – and furthermore what our needs really are. When we’ve done all we can do – to better ourselves – to improve our minds – to support our families and loved ones – Father knows! Faith without works is dead (see James and Paul). Our works allow us to become free from worry – our faith directs our works and through the Grace of our Savior – we’ll have the strength to endure to the end.
In the name of Jesus Christ – amen – c/ork
“Decision”
cji
10/11/11
Coming to the decision
what am I here for to do
where did I come from
where might I be going
when knowing about life
thinking of the trials
then tribulations abound
special times to be found
hearing the worlds wiles
like sharpening a knife
where might I be going
where did I come from
what am I here to do
coming to the decision!
Copyright © 2011 – cji
cji 10/11/11
(Pausing to Consider):
Over the course of history many people worried over their daily existence – i.e. food, water and shelter. Those who worried usually accomplished little in their efforts to gain all three and became dependent on others to provide it for them. Today the Government and media play to those who worry still today about what now is considered the basics of survival; cars, homes, jewelry, television sets, I-pods, computers and much more to which everyone today feels entitled to possess. Yet whatever man/woman touch seems to be short lived and a disaster in the long term, i.e. several weeks to several months.
Terms and meanings have changed and been manipulated to satisfy the guile of those using a new language to hide their real intent. One can easily start a run on a bank – and just as quickly almost all banks will be forewarned and close their doors – thinking the money is theirs and not the account holders. Just as easily the Government can start a depression with bad fiscal policies and count on industry to step right in and help it gain momentum. History has shown almost every depression was man/woman made and not because of anything else. Indeed those who start the depression usually gain the most in the end – owning foreclosed properties and anything else they desire at 1 cent to 10 cents on the dollar.
Understanding that 95%+ of the wealth of the United States is owned and controlled by less than 4% (this figure is of some discussion but not a lot) of the population should awaken some to the problems facing either our economy or economic future. When looking for the victim and the victor one needs only look to those who’ve the most to lose(and little to gain) to those who’ve the most to gain (and the least to lose). On the world stage this is always China – on the US stage it’s the 4% (and even a smaller percentage within this group) with the most to gain and the least to lose. While on the world stage the free nations have the most to lose and least to gain; and the working class (those who pay the taxes and produce the goods/services) who’ve the most to lose and the least to gain.
Therefore we’ve a circular situation which repeats itself over and over – with the wealthy and government taking more and more control over the ‘people’ who actually produce so they can. As much as politicians complain – they in fact gain the most from the current policies and events within the US. They’ve salaries for life – vote their own pay raises and exempt themselves from all of the unwise legislation which they force upon the people.
Thus we now have to concern ourselves with in whom we trust? If we trust the Government and Politicians to watch out for our best interests and to remove the worry over our daily, weekly needs then we indeed have even a greater need to worry. Faith in the Government is falsely placed and always has been which is why governments come and go throughout history because traditionally they let down those they’ve been chosen by to serve. Of course where there’re Kings, Queens, Dictatorships and Despots one is usually given to be at their whim and without any rights. In an elected government this should not be the case – however, it is!
If we cannot trust or faith in our government or elected representatives then who is left? The 4%+ who control the wealth of our nation certainly don’t care much for us as has been shown over the past century and one-half by the absolute abuse of their wealth and power to gain more wealth and power. They say nice things and give public donations to appease and beguile those who might find some good in them. The media/TV/movies make them into big heroes but they are not.
We certainly cannot trust the new wealthy class known as actors/actresses or athletes for the very same reasons of the others. For the most part they’re out for number 1 and number 1 only. Plus they’ve much in common with the government, politicians and the 4%+ - they for the most part believe not in the Ten Commandments – other than as suggestions for the weaker among them. This is the case of several (many) bad apples overwhelming any good in their company.
(Interlude to Change of Values and Culture)
When the turn of the 19th Century to the 20th Century occurred – there was not a car in every garage – nor running water in the homes – or TV’s or anything material to excess. Canned food was thought a luxury and many found some of the new ‘contraptions’ just that. People survived hurricanes, tornados, floods, blizzards and all other natural events without the intercession of the government. People relied on each other (as some still do in this nation). There were abuses but in most areas of the country these were controlled and dealt with promptly within the local community.
With the advent of the urban clusters (early 1800’s onward) people stopped watching out for each other and demanded someone else do it for them. People stopped living both the Commandments and as neighbors. Indeed we found we could not trust very many around us – and thus there was always doubt in any gesture to do good or to share. In the larger rural areas this took until the mid-1950’s for this abandonment of helping each other especially with urban spread. One can still find in the smaller towns and villages in the US the caring and sharing feelings – however, with the advent of the drug culture, rising crime (without conscious), illegal aliens and the welfare class – much of this is also being dissipated.
(Further Consideration Good Old Days of the United States):
Many times we hear of those preaching the good old days and values but they fail to understand to what they’re referring. Thus when some indicate the return to the good old days or early values of the nation – one seeks to be led astray in the fantasy of one’s own mind. There is no return to the good old days – basically because while our memories are built in follywood and paperback books – the evil was always inherently there. Instead in reality only temporary fixes can be found – and someone who chooses the right is not the opposite of what I indicated – there will always be those who’ve values, morals, integrity, being honest, and seeking to do what is right for the right reasons.
The Prophets have foretold is that men/women will become more and more wicked – dividing the gap between those who really follow the Savior and His Father – and those who don’t. i.e. those who seek to do the right thing for the right reason – being obedient to the Commandments of the Father and the Son – and those who don’t and seek only to do that which they want to do regardless of the reasons being either right or wrong.
The rebirth of America is an interesting request – as America itself started out in violence and has continued to be so throughout its short history. And if one wants to go back before Amerigo Vespucci it won’t take much research to see many wars and violence – resulting in a history back to 2000BC and before. For a window of roughly 200 years – about c35 AD to 200AD there was peace on this continent as we now know it as North America.
America became an idea – one of worth and that even the common man could improve himself/herself. Yet ever there were those who tried to profit off of everyone else – i.e. the richer, bigger, more violent, etc. would seek and do anything to advance their own goals at the expense of others. Thomas Jefferson did it at the expense of John Adams. Henry Clay at the expense of Andrew Jackson. The North and South at the great expense of lives. The carpet baggers at the expense of the South – led be a most righteous General Butterfield(worth). Politicians at the expense of the Constitution and the people. The criminal at the expense of society.
The rebirth of the USA as was the dream and hymn’s have portrayed has always been and will be an ideal! Every now and then – we get a Reagan or Truman or a John Adams (hopefully) who actually knows what the Constitution says and means – but very infrequently – and even then the media/press/TV/movies will seek to destroy such leadership. Therefore we seek this first within our own homes and then within our sphere of friends and neighbors. Where we attend Church and where we go to shop or eat. Where we shop and where we chose to play. Otherwise the restraints placed upon the many by the vicious few is both seen and felt.
(The Return to the Ten Commandments):
Ahh… the Ten Commandments or as some scream from the pulpit or in the media – the Scriptures – and for money they’ll teach whatever one pays them to teach. It would seem in the world of today we’re running out of options of finding an absence of worry in our lives and to instead find faith and works. Worry is the motivation for cheating, lying, stealing, and generally not keeping the Ten Commandments or any others which are also found in the Scriptures. And if you violate the Ten Commandments or others – you’ve then agreed with the Father and the Son that you do not love them nor have faith in them – thus you cannot do good works either.
Most of the clergy of today say it is only Faith alone which is needful to be saved and considered a good Christian – which of course then denies what is taught in the Scriptures. The excuse is that they need only use about 5% of the Scriptures to teach their doctrines and creeds instead of the Saviors. They’ve appointed themselves and their schools to be the High Priests of who is and isn’t going to be saved – which again denies the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Therefore one still has a lot to worry about when turning to the Creeds and teachings of the majority of the Christian/Jewish/Muslim and other off-shoot religions of today as found in the US. Thus, none of the Clergy, etc. can tell you where the cut off line is between going to heaven or hell. Given that they only present two choices again they deny the teachings of Paul and other Prophets of the Scriptures. Of course the more you pay the better your chances according to them to their flocks.
So what is left? We certainly don’t want to worry – and we know the times ahead are going to be harder and harder to survive. Most who believe the Scriptures should entertain what Malachi says in the 4th Chapter – referring to the Great and Dreadful Day.
Yet how many really have studied and understand what the full purpose of mortality is? If one believes men/women – the answer is nothing. The churches also teach it is nothing, i.e. Creatio ex Niliho – if one is made from nothing there is only nothing to return to. Or as those who profess Darwinism as a fact (i.e. again never proven) – they’ve even worse prospects after death. Yet if one sincerely ponders and reads the Scriptures they’ll find a completely different presentation from the Creeds and teachings of men/women about the purpose of this mortality.
Therefore – if one truly has Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ – believes literally His Father’s Doctrines and those presented by His representatives on this Earth – the Prophets; then there should be an absence of worry! We’re commanded in the Scriptures to keep all of the Commandments! If we love the Lord – we will literally do this – and when we slip we’ll repent fully. We’ll stand against the ‘pricks and piercings’ of a wicked world without fear or doubt about who we are, where we came from and where we are going.
The essentials of this life are momentary and in reality not even ours – they are all the Lords. The Savior asks us to pay a full tithe on our increase – which in effect is all his anyway. If we do this we’ve great promises towards our well being and that of our family. The Savior asks to obey fully the Commandments – to be found righteously engaged in all things and all times. For this the Savior has helped us to attain various talents to share with others and also provides us free time. The Savior and His Prophets have expressed over and over – one Church – one Gospel and one Baptism – if we’ve faith in the Savior we ought to believe Him and not the men/women of the world.
(What is Expected of Us):
What is expected of us in this eternal relationship – which if we do will remove the worry and concerns of the world? First, we must do as directed in James 1:27! Second, we must read and study the Scriptures daily. Third, we must be found in full compliance and obedience to all of the Commandments. Forth, we must do our genealogy for our ancestors and get their work done in the House of the Lord during mortality. Fifth, we must sustain the Saviors representatives on this Earth in this Day and from the past – the Prophets. Sixth, we must literally accept the teachings of the Scriptures (all of them) and apply them in our lives to set a good example of a good example in a loving and kind way towards all others. Seventh, we must love our spouses and our families. Eight, we must sustain our leaders – called by the Father and the Son in these latter-days. Ninth, we must have Charity, Faith and Hope; or as Paul admonished, “We believe all things, we hope all things, we have endured many things, and hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.” And tenth, we must report often in daily personal prayer, (and family prayer) on our progress and delays in those assigned promptings which we’ve received.
Next what is expected of us to do on a daily basis? First, a year’s supply of food storage which you rotate and use. Second, to get out of debt especially credit card debt. Third, to have emergency supplies for cold, hot and times without electricity. Forth, a well supplied first aid kit. Fifth, money set aside for emergencies. Sixth, important papers where they’re protected yet easy to find. Seventh, batteries and radio which can be used without electricity. Eight, tools which can be used without electrical power, i.e. hand saws, can openers, flashlights, hammers, etc.. Ninth, a way to gather wild game or a garden for vegetables. Tenth, a knowledge of how to purify water, cook, candles, matches, soap for self and laundry. These are the basics – nothing fancy.
In return for being found in obedience the promises of all the Scriptures can be ours – and thus the worries and concerns of the world are mute in reflection and thus we can better understand the Saints of the Primitive Church during their persecutions and hardships. We’ve all the trials of Abraham to endure – we’ll all carry our own crosses – we’ve the refiner’s fire to enter into willingly and happily! None are exempt – nor would we wish to be – if we’re true disciples of the Savior in these latter-days.
Thus one can follow man/woman – creeds which make no sense – interpretations of the Scriptures which are more neo-Platonist than anything else – or they can follow the simple, clear truths of the Scriptures and those of the Savior – which were and are all done in obedience to the Father – becoming as the same.
(Hard Truths):
Hard truths – or easy – worry or the absence of worry is a personal choice. Most of us will never be a politician or among the 4%+ in wealth or power. Most of us will never be a government. It would be my understanding that few would even desire for these things. Yet in being a disciple of the Savior one can only then no longer have to worry about the things of the world.
Remember – if we do what Father and the Son have commanded – in doing so we’ll find talents to develop – some as doctors, nurses, laborers, teachers and whatever else we desire and will find the family is the most important role within mortality. None were ever promised more than their needs – sadly too many supplant needs with wants. This we cannot do as a disciple of the Savior. This doesn’t mean we’ll live in a hovel – eat the throwaway food or garbage of others – but it does mean we’ll be concerned of the welfare of others as in James 1:27.
Heavenly Father knows who each of us are – what the intent of our hearts desire – and furthermore what our needs really are. When we’ve done all we can do – to better ourselves – to improve our minds – to support our families and loved ones – Father knows! Faith without works is dead (see James and Paul). Our works allow us to become free from worry – our faith directs our works and through the Grace of our Savior – we’ll have the strength to endure to the end.
In the name of Jesus Christ – amen – c/ork
“Decision”
cji
10/11/11
Coming to the decision
what am I here for to do
where did I come from
where might I be going
when knowing about life
thinking of the trials
then tribulations abound
special times to be found
hearing the worlds wiles
like sharpening a knife
where might I be going
where did I come from
what am I here to do
coming to the decision!
Copyright © 2011 – cji
2 comments:
I have found that 'how' is quiet... maybe almost archaic but mostly unseen and not a popular option. So if the set of conditions were to slightly shift in favor of being answered I would highly esteem and recommend a question that is least favored and most likey a puncuated ending will contain the age old question.
"How" is always the excuse for multiple religions and ways. Sadly for the 'how' there's only one way, one Baptism and one Church. Since the beginning of time this has been the case - and of course the beginning of those who'd chose to make the 'how' silent and beguiling rather than quite clear and loud. But mortals will not be forced ever to be obedient - and Satan will make sure there are plenty of options. c/ork
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