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probinson · Oct 29, 2025

Tropical Wilds said:
I'm not even remotely fixated on it.

Sure. I mean, maybe you don't know what the word "fixated" means. But just look at the long diatribes you're posting here. It sure looks like a "fixation" to any "objective" person.

Hentenza · Oct 29, 2025

SabbathBlessings said:
You're looking at it from the wrong angle. Jesus who is God made flesh, where did He ever teach not to keep the Sabbath, just once?

When He fulfilled the law including the Ten Commandments. In the NT Jesus mentions the particular commandments that were summarized in His two love commandments. Never did He mentioned the 4th commandment. This is because Jesus ushered in the new covenant which does not include the law.

SabbathBlessings said:
He didn't have to tell His apostles because they were keeping every Sabbath before and after His death according to the commandment Luke23:56 Acts 13:42 Acts 13:44 Acts 15:21 Acts 18:4.

Yep. They went to the temple to win Jews to Jesus. Even Paul explains why he became one with the law to win those of the law. The numbers added to Christianity consisted of both Jews and gentiles.

SabbathBlessings said:
Jesus linked keeping the Sabbath to the prophecy of His Second Coming. Never did He say it ended at the Cross, He clearly stated His faithful would be keeping it decades after as we see with all His apostles.

Mat 24:20 And pray that your flight may not be in winter or on the Sabbath. 21 For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be. 22 And unless those days were shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the [c]elect’s sake those days will be shortened.

23 “Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. 24 For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. 25 See, I have told you beforehand.

26 “Therefore if they say to you, ‘Look, He is in the desert!’ do not go out; or ‘Look, He is in the inner rooms!’ do not believe it. 27 For as the lightning comes from the east and flashes to the west, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be. 28 For wherever the carcass is, there the eagles will be gathered together.
29 “Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30 Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 31 And He will send His angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they will gather together His [d]elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.

And you claim to quote in context? How come you didn’t quote verse 16? Who resides in Judea? Well the Jews of course. And what do the Jews keep? The sabbath of course. Context is indeed important.

“then those who are in Judea must flee to the mountains. Whoever is on the housetop must not go down to get things out of his house. And whoever is in the field must not turn back to get his cloak. But woe to those women who are pregnant, and to those who are nursing babies in those days!”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭24‬:‭16‬-‭19‬ ‭NASB2020‬‬

Matthew 24:16-18 then those who are in Judea must flee to the mountains. Whoever is on the housetop must not go down to get things out of his house. And whoever is in the field must not turn back to get his cloak. | New American Standard Bible - NASB

then those who are in Judea must flee to the mountains. Whoever is on the housetop must not go down to get things out of his house. And whoever is in the field must not turn back to get his cloak.

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SabbathBlessings said:
And the Sabbath continues on after He makes a new heaven and new earth for worship, thus saith the Lord.

Isa 66L22 “For as the new heavens and the new earth
Which I will make shall remain before Me,” says the Lord,
“So shall your descendants and your name remain.
23 And it shall come to pass
That from one New Moon to another,
And from one Sabbath to another,
All flesh shall come to worship before Me,” says the Lord.

And who is the audience of Isaiah? The Jews of course. Why wouldn't Isaiah use Jewish imagery.

SabbathBlessings said:
Do you really think God is going to make a separate part of heaven for all those who opposed God's Sabbath and holy day for worship. I think one is kidding themselves. God will never force one to obey Him or keep His commandments. We have to have love in our heart for Jesus to follow His example and follow what He taught and lived. He certainly never taught not to keep the Sabbath, He said plainly we can do evil on the Sabbath but said to do good Luke6:9 I Profaning the Sabbath He relates as doing evil Neh13:17 Isa 56:2 something in the past He punished as it showed a lack of faith. I do not believe it will be a different result. We are told it won't be. Eze20:13 Heb4:11

You proof is just one verse away. Provide a post crucifixion verse that requires the Christian to keep the Jewish sabbath.

rjs330 · Oct 29, 2025

DaisyDay said:
Seventy times seven.
Matthew 18:21-22

Thats dealing with someone sins against you personally. It also does not deal with the consequences of the sin. If your husband beats you, you have to forgive him seventy times seven. Do you think then that it absolves him of any consequences?

Also this scripture doesnt apply to s I ending taxpayer money to help drug addicts and how money we should spend to help them.

DaisyDay said:
That's true. If they are not harming you, why are you trying to force them?

Never use that argument. Its a bad one. Your husband beating on you doesn't
harm me either. But I would want to stop it because it harms you. There is a harm to society as a whole when you are addicted to drugs. Do you think no one is harmed by the drug trade?

DaisyDay said:
Sure, kill the people who are not us in hopes that the people who are us will modify their own behavior. Good idea! The only ones who matter are us, not them. /s

I have no problem with our government doing that to drug dealers trying to smuggle poison into our country that has killed millions if us.

GoldenBoy89 · Oct 29, 2025

SavedByGrace3 said:
That question goes to the Democrats. It is their no votes that shut the government down. Yes votes would have kept it open.
Rational common sense.

Right. They have to go along with the GOP or the government stays shutdown. No hope the two parties will work together.

SavedByGrace3 · Oct 29, 2025

GoldenBoy89 said:
Is a government shutdown worth it to prevent that?

That question goes to the Democrats. It is their no votes that shut the government down. Yes votes would have kept it open.
Rational common sense.

SavedByGrace3 · Oct 29, 2025

I was reading a poll today that stated 8% blame Trump (who does not even vote in the Senate), 9% blame the Republicans, and 83% blame the Democrats. Rightly so. A continuing resolution is not the time to add legislation and spending. Pass the CR and then negotiate the other things. Democrats shut down the government and are holding America Hostage. They seem to think they won the election.

essentialsaltes · Oct 29, 2025

essentialsaltes said:
I'll see your three vaccinations and go all in.

Louisiana health department says it will stop promoting mass vaccination. Here's what that could mean
In a surprising announcement, Louisiana's surgeon general announced late Thursday that the state health department "will no longer promote mass vaccination."

Above is from February 15th of this year.

Louisiana officials waited months to warn public of whooping cough outbreak

Whooping cough, also called pertussis, is a highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease that's particularly dangerous for the youngest infants. It can cause vomiting and trouble breathing, and serious infections can lead to pneumonia, seizures and, rarely, death.

By late January 2025, two babies had died in Louisiana.

But the Louisiana Department of Health waited two months to send out a social media post suggesting people talk to their doctors about getting vaccinated.

The department took even longer to issue a statewide health alert to physicians, send out a press release or hold a press conference.

On Feb. 13, the state's surgeon general, Ralph Abraham, sent a memo to staff ending the general promotion of vaccines and community vaccine events.

He sent that email a few hours after Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine activist, won Senate confirmation as the new U.S. health and human services secretary.

Then in May — at least three months after the second infant death — the health department issued what appears to be its first and so far only official alert to physicians. It put out its first press release, and it then held a press conference about pertussis on May 14.

By then, 42 people, three-quarters of whom were not up to date on their whooping cough immunizations, had been hospitalized for whooping cough since the outbreak began, according to the Louisiana Department of Health.

More than two-thirds of those hospitalized were babies under age 1.

As of Sept. 20, Louisiana had counted 387 cases of whooping cough in 2025, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The previous 35-year high was 214 cases, in 2013.

Dead babies aren't much fun.

Anne69 · Oct 29, 2025

Week 1

Encamped in the Shelter of the Most High

Opening Prayer – Week 1

Lord, as I enter this quiet space, I come beneath Your wings—seeking refuge, comfort, and peace. Encamp me in Your presence and let Your Word be a balm to my soul. May Your promises in Psalm 91 awaken trust within me, and may Your nearness calm every storm. I surrender this time to You, believing that You are my shelter and my strength. Amen.

Devotional Message

To be encamped in the shelter of the Most High is to live surrounded by divine presence, even when life feels uncertain or fragile. Psalm 91 reveals a God who commands angels to guard us, who responds to love with deliverance, and who satisfies us with eternal promises. His protection is not passive—it is personal, active, and all-encompassing. In every season, whether we feel strong or weary, seen or forgotten, God is near. He hears our cries, knows our name, and walks with us through every valley. This is not a distant hope—it is a present reality. We are not alone. We are encamped by Heaven.

Psalm 91:11 NKJV “For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.”

Meaning This verse reveals the unseen realm of God’s care. His angels are not distant or decorative—they are assigned to guard, guide, and protect. The phrase “in all your ways” speaks to the totality of life: every step, every season, every sorrow. It is a promise of divine oversight and spiritual companionship.

Application Trust that you are never walking alone. Whether you’re navigating grief, illness, or daily responsibilities, God’s angels are present. You may not see them, but their presence is real. Reflect on moments where you’ve been spared, comforted, or strengthened—these may be glimpses of angelic intervention. Let this verse remind you that Heaven is actively involved in your journey.

Psalm 91:14–15 NKJV “Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him; I will set him on high, because he has known My name. He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him…”

Meaning These verses reveal the intimacy God desires. To “set your love” upon Him is to choose Him above all else. Knowing His name means knowing His character, His mercy, His justice, His faithfulness. God responds to love with deliverance and to relationship with elevation. This is not a distant deity—it is a personal Father who answers when called.

Application Cultivate a love for God that is intentional and personal. This isn’t about performance, it’s about presence. When you call on Him, He promises to answer. Let this be your assurance: your prayers are heard, your love is seen, and your relationship with Him is honored. In seasons of silence, this promise becomes a lifeline.

Psalm 91:16 NKJV “With long life I will satisfy him and show him My salvation.”

Meaning This verse is God’s final promise in the psalm—a declaration of satisfaction and eternal assurance. “Long life” may speak to earthly years, but it also points to spiritual fullness and eternal life. To be shown His salvation is to be invited into His presence forever.

Application Let this verse be comforting when life feels uncertain or brief. God’s definition of satisfaction is not limited to time—it includes peace, purpose, and eternal reunion. For those who dwell in Him, life is not measured only in years, but in grace and glory.

Closing Prayer

Father, thank You for meeting me here. Thank You for Your angels who guard me, Your love that delivers me, and Your voice that calls me by name. As I rise from this sacred moment, let Your truth remain—You are with me, You are for me, and I am encamped by Heaven. May I walk forward in peace, knowing I am never alone.

In Jesus’ name, Amen

Journaling & Questions to Ponder

Reflect gently on these questions as you dwell in the shelter of the Most High:

Where have you felt God’s shelter in your life?

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What does it mean to you, to do not visit His presence?

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How can you speak truth aloud when fear tries to take hold?

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Have you ever sensed divine protection in a moment of danger or uncertainty?

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What does “setting your love upon God” look like in your daily life?

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Feel free to share your reflections below, or simply hold them in your heart. This is a space of grace.
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Akita Suggagaki · Oct 29, 2025

Currently a pretty good biographical documentary on PBS (while it is still available).

We used to have intellectuals at the White House.

SavedByGrace3 · Oct 29, 2025

I think what you are experiencing is more of a natural reaction that revolves around eating and drinking—anything! Try the same thing with a Coke or tea. Try to eat just one Lays potato chip. I think we are just made to desire that extra sip or nibble. I may be wrong, but that is just my two sips.

rjs330 · Oct 29, 2025

RDKirk said:
What is the better Republican plan?

Let's not mention at the moment that Obamacare was a Republican plan.

I dont think there is one. No one has a real plan because I dont think anyone really knows what to do. I dont care a wit about who's plan it was. Obama is the one who created what we have and it caused everything to go up in cost.

When it passed tge Republicans all voted against it. So if it was their plan they decided it wasn't a good one after all.

As of today I haven't heard anything from anyone that will help lower the costs except for getting rid of Ovamacare. And I have no idea if that would do it either.

essentialsaltes · Oct 29, 2025

camille70 said:
Some new ICE recruits have shown up to training without full vetting

The recruits have had criminal backgrounds or failed drug tests or were unable to meet physical or academic standards, raising concerns about the agency’s rush to hire immigration officers, sources told NBC News.

ICE is struggling to hire officers — even after lowering its standards

DHS is spending millions of dollars on an aggressive television ad campaign targeting local police officers — but it's not getting nearly enough applicants.

Hedley Lamarr is not far off.

GoldenBoy89 · Oct 29, 2025

Aldebaran said:
As long as the democrats in the Senate solely and entirely vote to keep the government shut down, they are solely and entirely responsible for it being shut down.

Nonsense. It’ll open back up as soon as the GOP show a willingness to work with the opposition. They refuse to so the government remains shutdown. That is entirely on the GOP-led dysfunctional Congress.

Chesterton · Oct 29, 2025

Always in His Presence said:
Donald Trump is the only American President who has been awarded the Grand Order of Mugunghwa

He's also the only American President to meet with a Japanese PM on board a U.S. aircraft carrier.

Trump bonds with Japan's new prime minister and says her nation is delivering on U.S. investments

Sanae Takaichi, who became the country’s first female prime minister only days ago, solidified her relationship with Trump while defending her country’s economic interests.

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essentialsaltes · Oct 29, 2025

Texas judges who don’t perform gay weddings for faith reasons won’t face sanctions, high court says

Texas judges who decline to perform a wedding ceremony based on a “sincerely held religious belief” do not violate the state’s rules on judicial impartiality, according to a comment the Texas Supreme Court added to the state’s judicial conduct code Friday.

The court's clarification amended Canon 4 of the Texas Code of Judicial Conduct, which prohibits judges from doing things outside their judicial role that would cast doubt on their ability to act impartially or interfere with the proper performance of judicial duties.

It’s the rule the commission accused Waco Justice of the Peace Dianne Hensley [i.e. judge in OP] of violating when it issued a public warning against her in 2019, saying her refusal to marry people based on their sexual orientation cast doubt on her ability to appear impartial as a judge.

Chesterton · Oct 29, 2025

durangodawood said:
I hoping we get an Escher stair. This could happen at this rate.

The folks over at the Nobel Foundation would have to create a prize for metaphysics.

BPPLEE · Oct 29, 2025

rambot said:
Wow. That's dumb.

You should believe a doctor's health report.

We are supposed to believe the nonsense lies in Trump's health reports.

Find me the Biden report that says he's looney tunes or stop with this issue.

You would believe a health report on Biden but don't believe the same on Trump?

Robban · Oct 29, 2025

essentialsaltes said:
White House fires commission charged with advising the president on design as Trump pushes construction projects
The White House has fired all six members of the Commission of Fine Arts, an independent federal agency charged with advising the president, Congress and the city of Washington, DC, on “matters of design and aesthetics,” according to a source familiar with the matter.

The email received by commission members contains similar wording to those that dismissed Biden appointees on other boards and organizations this year, including the National Capital Planning Commission and the US Holocaust Memorial Council.

Embarrassing Flaws Emerge in Trump’s New White House Design
Plans shared by the MAGA administration suggest “a hurried process,” the New York Times reports, noting that a miniature mock-up of the 90,000 square foot annex, proudly unveiled to the press Wednesday, featured some truly bizarre architectural features.

These include a staircase leading up from the South Lawn directly into a brick wall, and at least two woefully misaligned windows that appear to open out onto one another.

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These are not exactly causally linked. As I understand it, Trump has submitted no plans to any of the appropriate bodies for comment. Because Trump just does whatever he wants -- I forget what kind of political system that's called where a one-ruler has absolute say. Anyway, it's not that this panel had criticism for the plans and that's why they were fired -- they will now never see the plans.

Reminds of a song from "Fiddler on the roof".

One staircase going up and one coming down, aand one leading nowhere just for show.

sjastro · Oct 29, 2025

David Hine7 said:
There is now fierce debate over these Ho equations. The Vera Rubin telescope operators are also on the case, and will produce Ho information soon, done by their measurements. If those agree with my calculated Ho value of 71, you will have to accept my equations as truth. Then, the concept of a dynamic Aether will become necessary to accept the basis of my equations. It looks like the big bang hypothesis will soon fall. BB has misled too many for far too long. We cannot know the age of the universe.

This is the classic Dunning Kruger effect.
John Cleese describes it in a non diplomatic way.

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White House fires commission charged with advising the president on design as Trump pushes construction projects

Embarrassing Flaws Emerge in Trump’s New White House Design