Looking for Change You can Believe In? Occupy Hard Work.
There are 31 Proverbs in the Bible and most months have 30 or 31 days. I don’t think it’s a mistake that there is a Proverb for every day. I was reading this morning’s Proverb and these verses reminded me of what is so terribly wrong with the Occupy Wall Street (OWS) Movement.
Proverbs 21:25-26
25 The desire of the lazy man kills him,
For his hands refuse to labor.
26 He covets greedily all day long,
But the righteous gives and does not spare.
The class warfare being promoted in this country by Democratic leaders including the President is dangerous and immoral. I keep hearing that the rich are getting richer. Someone just posted on Facebook that the top 400 wealthy Americans have more money then the bottom 150 million. The implication is that our current system just isn’t fair and we must redistribute the rick folks wealth.
In reality it is a straw man argument. I have never met anyone with any kind of means who didn’t work their butt off. The rich are rich for the most part because God has given them talent and they work hard! It’s these very rich folk who create companies that create jobs that allow all of us to find work to feed ourselves and our families.
The OWS reaction to the class warfare being perpetuated by our President and the Democratic Party? Instead of placing the blame for our bad economy and lack of jobs on policies coming out of Washington they have decided it’s a good idea to go camping in public parks. Instead of taking their God given gifts and applying themselves (and applying for work) they complain about those who have, and demand that they get their “fair share.” Problem is that would not be fair because it ain’t their share!
“The desire of a lazy man kills him.” The OWS camp grounds have been a source of fleas and ticks and drug overdoses, rapes and even a shooting or two. They spend their time greedily coveting all day long.
On the flip side it is the wealthy that are giving and do not spare. Who do you think gives to charities across this country? Where is the appreciation for corporations and individuals of means who GIVE AWAY their money so homeless folks can eat, so battered women have shelters, so drug addicts can be set free, so cures can be found for cancer and birth defects. The list goes on and on.
I don’t know any poor people who give to non-profits. They can’t. They are broke! It’s the people with money that have the ability to share money. If the Occupiers would mind their own business, work hard and be thankful they live in a country that gives every individual the best chance to succeed maybe they wouldn’t be such whiny complainers and instead would work hard to become generous contributors.
Godzilla Promises Change and Hope
"Any questions? I didn't think so."
Little Rock (not AP) – Dubbed the “Intimidation Tour,” Godzilla continued his whirlwind schedule of visiting 10 major cities across the country in as many days. Godzilla reiterated his plan to “fundamentally change” the country.
His campaign slogan, “Hope. You Don’t Get Crushed” was well received by a cowardly press that seemed to be in awe of Godzilla’s physical presence. That and Godzilla destroyed several satellite trucks when Chip Reid asked if Godzilla had a last name. It appears that intimidation politics is working well for the mutant monster from the deep.
Besides his aggressive domestic policies, Godzilla has a ton of experience in dealing with Japan. He has a track record of stimulating the economy there by tearing down high tension wires and destroying the countryside while battling political opponents such as Mothra and even King Kong.
Don’t Divide the Land
In light of recent events I thought it would be a good idea to remind President Obama and the rest of the world that God says it’s really not a good idea to slice and dice up the land of Israel and the city of Jerusalem.
Joel Rosenberg is a best selling author and also the founder of the Joshua Fund. He just finished a conference in Jerusalem and while there recorded a two hour radio special. Here is an excerpt where Joel talks about how God feels about dividing up the land of Israel.
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Usama Bin Laden is Dead. Rejoice in the Streets?
It's amazing the debate on Facebook and on the airwaves. Should we be dancing in the streets over the killing of public enemy number 1?
Let's start with Romans 13:3 & 4
3For rulers are not a cause of fear for good behavior, but for evil. Do you want to have no fear of authority? Do what is good and you will have praise from the same;
4for it is a minister of God to you for good. But if you do what is evil, be afraid; for it does not bear the sword for nothing; for it is a minister of God, an avenger who brings wrath on the one who practices evil.
I think it is quite clear that God has given governments and authorities the right and responsibility to protect those under it's authority. I will say confidently that killing Bin Laden was a good thing and God is not against that action.
Now, how should we react to such good news. Jesus said to pray for your enemies and for those who spitefully use you. But I guess the best scripture to address the understandable reaction we saw Sunday night/Monday morning is Proverbs 24:17 & 18
17Do not rejoice when your enemy falls,
And do not let your heart be glad when he stumbles;
18Or the LORD will see it and be displeased,
And turn His anger away from him.
I think Rudy Giuliana gets it just right. He is quoted as saying, "“There‘s a great sense of satisfaction and relief that he’s finally been caught and brought to justice,” Guiliani said. “There is a desire for revenge that isn’t the most noble, but it’s there, and it’s human.”
Bin Laden's death IS exceedingly good news! There is nothing wrong with feeling happy about it. We need to continue to find, arrest and kill those who still wage war against innocent people.
I also believe it's clear that we should continue to pray for our enemies, that they will come to know the true and living God who brings peace and salvation.
When a terrorist is found and killed and justice is done we can know that justice is good and Godly. We can feel good about a just action. But maybe we should hold off on the party.
Feel free to comment. I'm interested to know what y'all think.
Metaphor Free Zone
In the wake of the tragic events here in Tucson, there has been a national call to tone down the rhetoric. Republicans in the House no longer refer to “the job killing health care bill” but rather the “job crushing health care bill.” Earlier on CNN a guest said “in the crosshairs” when referring to a political race. Completely under acceptable according to new CNN metaphor standards.
Never mind that the accused killer of of six people in Tucson was influenced by his own demons and likely a movie called Zeitgeist. Not radio hosts. Not Tea Partiers.
Since metaphors are now public enemy number one, I thought it might be fun to come up with a top 9 list of forboden metaphors. (Top Ten Lists are a Copyright of Worldwide Pants). Here we go.
9. I could kill for a cigarette right now.
8. I could kill for a bowl of cherry vanilla ice cream right now (mmmm ice cream)
7. I’m so hungry I could eat a horse. (hey, horses are people too. sorta)
6. This political campaign is being targeted nationally.
5. This dress is to die for!
4. Those waves are like, totally killer.
3. Shop at Target
2. Hit me with your best shot, why don’t you hit be with your best shot. Fire away.
and the number 1 forbidden metaphor:
1. There goes Sarah Palin shooting off her mouth again.
Silly, ain’t it? The events in Tucson have been heart wrenching. It’s been emotional. Very emotional. But lets get one thing straight. The political rhetoric (or any other rhetoric) had NOTHING to do with it. ONE PERSON is responsible for what happened a week ago Saturday. The sooner we realize that, the sooner some of this other silliness will stop.
Continue to pray for Congresswoman Giffords. Her recovery has been amazing and is a shining example of the power of prayer. Continue to pray for the families of those killed too. I can’t imagine what they are going through.
So, you want to be in TV News
Hilarious video a couple of my friends posted on Facebook. The lure of bright lights and adoring fans draw so many to the business, but it’s in the trenches of busted equipment, long hours, working every holiday, annoying consultants and small towns that separate those that are truly talented, and driven (and few that are clueless but strikingly beautiful) from the those that thought it was gonna be all fun and flowers.
After you hang in for awhile and make it to a big market (or stay in a smaller one) then you can make a decent living and have folks stop you in the store asking you when it’s going to rain.
Hahaha! I remember getting so embarrassed when my gear would break down while interviewing a Congressman. Or working several Christmas’ in a row. I was poor, but I had a dream and I worked through it. I finally had a house and a nice contract and THEN I left. What is wrong with me?
Don’t answer that!
