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God, Guns, and Liberty Conference Tonight

February 26, 2013

Posted By Jen

Perhaps like many other Americans, you just grew up with guns. Learning how to shoot and to hunt — the thought of doing anything evil with a firearm never entered your mind. With the constant bombardment by the liberal media, you may think they have a point, in order to prevent tragedies such as the Sandy Hook massacre.

Pastor Reg Kelly examines the Holy Scriptures for an answer to this debate at the God, Guns, and Liberty Conference, scheduled for February 26 th at 7PM at Bethel Church 1233 American Legion Dr. Festus, MO. There is no fee for this Conference.  No registration is required.

The entire conference will also be aired live online.

Attention Christians, this is a Culture War!

February 25, 2013

Posted By Jen

WIBC_Garrison_Loesch_Breitbart3-150x150So, angry callers swamped the phone lines of The Dana Show this afternoon wanting to excoriate the popular Christian talk-show host for wanting to engage in culture.

Dana live-tweeted the Oscars last night while watching the glamorization of ego event…and some on the Christian right were infuriated at her for wanting to engage in culture. These people argue that by any engagement in modern-day culture, one is promoting and contributing to the leftist Hollywood agenda.

Seriously? Seriously. I’ve got some news for you. Christianity is under attack here in America, in case you haven’t noticed. This is a cultural war we are in the midst of. Politics is downstream of culture. Until we reign in the culture, there is little that anyone will be able to do regarding violence, abortion issues, domestic issues, marital issues, abuse issues…shall I go on? First, we must recapture and inject pure biblical principles back into our society. What happened to honesty, humility, compassion, responsibility, purity, and respect? Until we obtain these, the rest is moot. The only way to achieve this is to engage in the culture that promotes the antithesis of Godliness.

And just a reminder: Without cultural engagement, we would never have had Elvis, Johnny Cash, Bob Hope, Ronald Reagan, Charles Schultz, CS Lewis, or, of course, the show Growing Pains! Could you imagine?

Christ calls us to engage, specifically, in Matt 28 16-20. I wouldn’t argue with that. Just sayin.

Missouri Vote on Second Amendment Preservation Act

February 25, 2013
Posted By Jen
GodGunsIn a culture caught up in firearm fear, fueled by the mainstream media, state officials are positioned to vote on legislation to preserve the very life of the Second Amendment in Missouri.
HB 436, sponsored by Rep. Doug Funderburk, (R)- St. Charles County, is the strongest protection of the right to keep and bear arms in the entire nation
The hearing for HB 436, originally slated for a vote Tuesday, February 26, is now expected in public hearing, March 5th at 12:00 in Hearing Room 4, but the official hearing schedule will not be published until later this week. This provides a greater opportunity for Missouri residents to voice their support of their Second Amendment rights by filling out a witness form.
From perhaps the most patriotic lobbyist in Missouri, Ron Calzone at Missouri First:
Details about HB 436 & and it’s companion Senate bill  SB 325. Since the 10th Amendment makes it clear that all powers not granted to the federal government are reserved to the states and the People, the regulation of the ownership of arms is a state, not a federal matter. That applies to ALL such regulation.We must demand from our legislators no less than the strongest, most principled stand they can take to defend our right to keep and bear arms!Rep. Doug Funderburk and Sen. Brian Nieves’ “Second Amendment Preservation Act” is the strongest and most principled protection of the right to keep and bear arms in the nation!.

Notice that it utilizes the words of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison to explain Missouri’s authority to nullify unconstitutional federal edicts within her borders. Including this language is essential to the success of the bill. It also specifically lists the types of things we will not put up with, and that’s what gives state officials the “cover” they need to enforce the bill.

Tenth Amendment Center article about HB 436.

What you can do:

  1. Right NOW, either plan to attend the hearing for HB 436 (time to be announced), or fill out the online witness form..
  2. Pass on this email or another with the generic witness form link to as many liberty loving people as you can.
  3. If you have any personal contact with your rep or senator ask them to commit to supporting these bills.

Ron has upped the ante offering to hand deliver your witness form and also make your testimony available online for the committee to read. You can email your witness form and additional testimony directly to Ron at ron@mofirst.org

RIP C Everett Koop

February 26, 2012

Posted By Jen

KoopFormer Surgeon General, C. Everett Koop died Monday at his home in Hanover, N.H.,  died Monday at his home in Hanover, N.H.. The cause of his death has not been made clear at this point. He was 96.

Koop, nominated by President Reagan in 1981,  served seven years as Surgeon General. The evangelical Christian was initially faced with great opposition to his nomination due to his personal views on abortion. Koop, however, was one of the few figures in American history who had the ability to separate his personal views from the politics of it all.

During the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, Koop became a champion for AIDS research and education, and was heralded by both the homosexual community and AIDS activists alike. The AIDS scare came to an end in 1989, when Koop retired his post. Among the other health issues facing the culture at that time, he declared smoking a public health hazard, pioneering the way for the inquiry into big tobacco corporations.

I had the honor of working with C. Everett Koop, a pediatric surgeon, in the mid-nineties as a PR Agent. Face to face, the enormity of his stature was diluted by his humility and wit. He did of course, however, pull me aside at a gala in 1994 at a gala at the Adam’s Mark Hotel, taking a stern tone after he caught me smoking outside the event. His works, and our conversations left a lasting impression on me to this day.

Sad to see him go, perhaps his passing will not only bring to spotlight his great accomplishments and service to his country, but also serve as a reminder to those in the world of politics that it is possible to put aside the personal, and work for the common good of the people.

Where Do We Go From Here?

Where do we go? What do we do?
A friend if mine, @PoedPatriot really served the meat and potatoes:

First I would prepare for economic collapse for at least two reasons:

#1 No country can withstand the kind of reckless spendin

g that this country has been doing for the last five..History shows it has to come home to roost if it is not stopped.
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#2 There are those (many) in Government who wish to see the Capitalist Market (I would say free market but it hasn’t been that in a long time) collapse here in the United States. They are doing everything they can to over load the system and force it to collapse…and now for the next four years there isn’t much that will prevent them from doing just that. (Excessive taxation, high unemployment and reckless government spending is going to collapse the system nicely.. since it all feeds into each other like a snow ball rolling down a hill.)

Second, I would prepare to defend certain important areas of the country. Now yes I do mean stock up on firearms and ammo and no I’m not a nut job. Here is why..

The Communists (Aka uber Progressives) have a long history of violently taking over nations in times of crisis. When a nation collapses (financially or otherwise) chaos reigns as people realize their ‘normal’ lives are no more and the leadership that was in place becomes (usually) useless. The Communists actually have plans in place to step into that void left by the previous leadership (Or at least be teamed up with the uber progressives that do). Now they aren’t going to call themselves “Communists” Hell it will prob be lead by a well known politician and or they’ll do it ‘peacefully’ by having the President issue “orders” so that they will get control of the country (As in “Oh Capitalism failed so now we have to do this etc etc…”). Either way history has proven this is how drastic and radical change is forced on a country by Communists…(Granted the past 100 years they have done a good job in pushing the country their way gradually but historically that is new for them.) And after reading and watching the Communists for the past 5 years..I know for a fact that they are hoping and praying for such a collapse. (By the way this is not a push for civil war or some kind of threat.. it’s just observations based upon historic facts and it needs to be said. No law against preparing to defend yourself.. this is not a call to arms.. So DHS bugger off..)
Third thing I would do is get involved as a citizen journalist or something in that realm. As it stands right now the Internet is our last “Free” place on the planet for ideas. Besides we can do the most good by not only researching and informing ourselves but sharing what we have learned with others. The internet is our Front Lines and right now we are in dire need of reinforcements. Btw..Don’t expect to make money doing this because it’s not going to happen. You do this because it needs to be done..

Fourth.. don’t give up on the Future and make sure you educate your children.. what I have written above may not happen in our lifetime (I know I’m dreaming) but it is imperative that we train our replacements. Looking to the future is where we have failed and the Communists have not. We think it’s our job to fight so our kids can live “normal” lives.. that is a crock.. normal is about defending your Liberty and training those future generations to defend theirs. It is NOT about watching TV, going to Disney World or buying the latest new “gadget” … without Liberty none of that is going to mean squat since you will be too busy doing the Governments bidding. Besides if you do not teach your children your values.. someone will teach them theirs….and the Communists are more than happy to teach them theirs.

Anyway.. that is my short answer.. “shocking” as it maybe.. honestly I’m tired of people not saying what needs to be said. Am I violent.. No.. do I wish harm on others.. No.. but only a fool fails to prepare for what history teaches us will probably happen.

And if it doesn’t happen then we will all laugh about it later.. and you can call me quack for the rest of my life.. a name I will gladly wear with pride.

In otherwords, prepare yourselves. There is nothing silly about stocking up on non-perishables. Canning and jarring is simple and smart. (tutorial to come)

It is easy to stock up on a three week supply of food, water, and toiletries…including a makeshift toilet. Think about this…what if a quake hit, a perfect storm, unrest, whatever. Food on your shelves rotates out, so you never lose the investment. Even better, if you are like me, I hibernate-ish in the cold of winter. That food supply allows me to shop if and when I choose. It really is nice to have your own private grocery store. It doesn’t matter if it is a cultural, social, economic collapse. What matters is you be prepared for anything. Remember Hopkin? What about Superstorm Sandy?

Another point, keep books…not only to pass time, but more importantly, to educate your children. Curriculum are cheap…and you avoid indoctrination.

One final diamond in the rough…stock up on booze and tobacco, as well as small toiletries…great battering items.

Lastly, most importantly, trust in the Lord. He is our refuge, He is our strength. All things are Him (even if it is to press into him in the wake of a tragedy). THAT is the key to survival. Trust in God and speak to Him daily. Open your ears. Gird your loins!

And never, never forget who we are, what we are doing and why we must.

Godspeed and Shalom.

The GGI Team To You: What Matters Most?

With Primaries steaming along, leading up to, perhaps, the most relevant election in recent history, the GGI Team would like to know what issues are most important to you, at this point in the 2012 Election Cycle?

We do not want to hear the major talking points, as they are echoed throughout the main stream media, but rather, your true passions, your true concerns. . .please feel free to submit them, and we may just feature your entry on a future post.

We are looking to gear together are “Real People’s” forum of issues and debate, and really want to challenge the future of leadership and direction of our Nation.  Let us know what you would like dissected, discussed, and changed the most on not only the National level, but State and Local as well.

Please be sure to utilize the following hashtags with your submission, for ease of reference for all followers and subscribers:

Local: #iSTLTIP

State: #iMOTIP

National: iUSATIP

*Note: The “i” at the head of each hashtag stands for issue. . .not to be confused with #iTIP, the official hashtag for Individual Initiatives.

Happy posting!  We look forward to your submission.

 

The Tea Party Is Gateway Grassroots

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height=”269″ />Over the past week, there has been some disgruntled folks screaming bloody murder over the launch of Gateway Grassroots Initiative. The chatter has been anywhere from “this is the rival tea party”. . .to which I say there are SO many organizations that are like-minded, they are not necessarily “rivals”, to “Dana Loesch started her own Tea Party”. . .to which, I can attest to, while Dana has been a part of the formation of this organization, she has gladly taken a well-deserved back seat in it.

The Gateway Grassroots Initiative is action-based, not candidate-based. We are acting on issues, whether it be proposed legislation, or more personally relevant issues like C.E.R.T. training, survival training, and voter education.

As a brilliant friend and fellow patriot stated:

This is our mission. You can train people for caucuses, for precincts,
polling captains, etc but you will never change anything until you
change the hearts and minds of the people and reinforce it through
culture.

This is where the Tea Party is going. It’s about Education, Empowerment, Enrichment.

For more information on the Gateway Grassroots Initiative, or to get involved and begin your own Individual Initiative, contact Jen@gatewaygrassroots or call 314-200-5860 .

Podcast today’s Glenn Beck 2nd hour to hear more!