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The Red-Cross was going door to door today offering free smoke alarm installations. I wondering what the real purpose of the device is.
" I wondering what the real purpose of the device is."
...targeting for DEWs...
Wifi connected? Mobile network?
Yeah, a big 'NO THANKS!' on that one!
Body cam footage.
Fishy as shit.
Joy Reid has been canceled on MSNBC.😂👏🎉
You should post this, people will love it!
https://nypost.com/2025/02/23/media/msnbc-cancels-joy-reids-show-as-network-makes-major-shakeup-over-falling-ratings/
For real?
Yes Angel...post this!
Hebrews 7: 25-28
25 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. 26 For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. 27 He has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself. 28 For the law appoints men in their weakness as high priests, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever.
Such a powerful scripture.
I saw a study of the book of Hebrews (one of my favorites) done by Pastor Gary Hamrick from Leesburg Virginia on youtube. One point he made was about Melchizedek and how infrequently he is mentioned in the bible. We hear of him early on, in Genesis. Then he isn't mentioned again for about a thousand years, and that's in Psalms. Then he's not mentioned again for another thousand years, and that's in Hebrews. He's mentioned 11 times in Hebrews. Wow. So interesting. Was Melchizedek a pre-incarnate Jesus? It would seem so!
Hebrews is the key to this. Melchizedek was a man. Abraham paid tithes to him. He was not a Levitical Priest ( they were still in the loins of Abraham ) and not in the Israel genealogies ( without beginning of days or end of life, i.e., no record of his birth or death) . A Great Man he was and typified Christ with his titles King of Peace, King of Righteousness. Hebrews states that another Priest needed to arise after the Order of Melchizedek, who is Jesus Christ. "If perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood—and indeed the law given to the people established that priesthood—why was there still need for another priest to come, one in the order of Melchizedek, not in the order of Aaron?"
Matthew Henry's thoughts https://www.biblestudytools.com/commentaries/matthew-henry-complete/hebrews/7.html
" He was without father, without mother, without descent, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, v. 3. This must not be understood according to the letter; but the scripture has chosen to set him forth as an extraordinary person, without giving us his genealogy, that he might be a fitter type of Christ, who as man was without father, as God without mother; whose priesthood is without descent, did not descend to him from another, nor from him to another, but is personal and perpetual. (6.) That he met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him. The incident is recorded Gen 14 18, etc. He brought forth bread and wine to refresh Abraham and his servants when they were weary; he gave as a king, and blessed as a priest. Thus our Lord Jesus meets his people in their spiritual conflicts, refreshes them, renews their strength, and blesses them. (7.) That Abraham gave him a tenth part of all (v. 2), that is, as the apostle explains it, of all the spoils; and this Abraham did as an expression of his gratitude for what Melchisedec had done for him, or as a testimony of his homage and subjection to him as a king, or as an offering vowed and dedicated to God, to be presented by his priest. And thus are we obliged to make all possible returns of love and gratitude to the Lord Jesus for all the rich and royal favours we receive from him, to pay our homage and subjection to him as our King, and to put all our offerings into his hands, to be presented by him to the Father in the incense of his own sacrifice. (8.) That this Melchisedec was made like unto the Son of God, and abideth a priest continually. He bore the image of God in his piety and authority, and stands upon record as an immortal high priest; the ancient type of him who is the eternal and only-begotten of the Father, who abideth a priest for ever."
Psalm 9:5 - You have rebuked the nations; you have made the wicked perish; you have blotted out their name forever and ever. https://www.bible.com/bible/59/psa.9.5
Charles Haddon Spurgeon February 22nd — Evening Reading
"The Lord is slow to anger, and great in power." — Nahum 1:3
Jehovah "is slow to anger." When mercy cometh into the world she driveth winged steeds; the axles of her chariot-wheels are red hot with speed; but when wrath goeth forth, it toileth on with tardy footsteps, for God taketh no pleasure in the sinner's death. God's rod of mercy is ever in His hands outstretched; His sword of justice is in its scabbard, held down by that pierced hand of love which bled for the sins of men. "The Lord is slow to anger," because He is GREAT IN POWER. He is truly great in power who hath power over himself. When God's power doth restrain Himself, then it is power indeed: the power that binds omnipotence is omnipotence surpassed. A man who has a strong mind can bear to be insulted long, and only resents the wrong when a sense of right demands his action. The weak mind is irritated at a little: the strong mind bears it like a rock which moveth not, though a thousand breakers dash upon it, and cast their pitiful malice in spray upon its summit. God marketh His enemies, and yet He bestirs not Himself, but holdeth in His anger. If He were less divine than He is, He would long ere this have sent forth the whole of His thunders, and emptied the magazines of heaven; He would long ere this have blasted the earth with the wondrous fires of its lower regions, and man would have been utterly destroyed; but the greatness of his power brings us mercy. Dear reader, what is your state this evening? Can you by humble faith look to Jesus, and say, "My substitute, Thou art my rock, my trust"? Then, beloved, be not afraid of God's power; for by faith you have fled to Christ for refuge, the power of God need no more terrify you, than the shield and sword of the warrior need terrify those whom He loves. Rather rejoice that He who is "great in power" is your Father and Friend.
Today's Morning Reading
Oh to have that strength to be slow to anger.
It seems I am slow in everything else.
Don't know where that quote is from but, wow, did I need to see this right now, this very minute! SpouseAnon has dementia and this morning has been exceptionally difficult. Thank you!
Praying for you both Captain..🙏🤍
Appreciate it, J1D. The prayers must have worked because it's naptime now and peace reigns for awhile!
I'm so glad for you...was about to lost some favorite movies on yesterday's chat! 😺
Did you see all the movies I listed for u/gobby to check out?
https://greatawakening.win/p/19AdX7iHDP/x/c/4ZJ45DSETS4
https://greatawakening.win/p/19AdX7iHDP/x/c/4ZJ45MjsAQV
He's probably sorry he asked for suggestions at this point! 😄
Tag me if you do, so I can see what you list!
I will!
Have you tried Ivermectin? I've read Dr's are having good results with that protocol. Also low glycemic diets are hard astounding results? 🙏
I saw that and was hopeful. Further research dashed that. Ivermectin shouldn't be used by people with liver issues, which SpouseAnon has, so I was afraid to try it.
I'm already cooking gluten free for son and renal for spouse on dialysis, so I'll have to look into the low glycemic. Trying to keep/put weight on spouse and pasta, rice, sauces and syrups are a great way to add calories.
I understand... praying and will keep looking for resources to help.🙏🤍
"It seems I am slow in everything else."
...I wouldn't worry too much...
Proverbs 6:18
King James Version
18 An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief,
...howl on Pilgrim...
So what's up with them tax refund checks? Anybody got a date yet? IRS probably all pissy cuz they gettin shit-canned. Movin slow n shit.
So Kash is also going head the ATF. Shit is getting so good!
Sauce: https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/fbi-director-kash-patel-run-atf-acting-director-official-says
Benjamin Fulford pleaded for help from the American military because he was being targeted for assassination. He hasn't posted since then (Feb 19). https://benjaminfulford.net/emergency-broadcast/
u/#ridetofreedom
Commitment.
Freedom and commitment can be linked in many ways, including the ability to make choices, live with purpose, and build expertise.
Freedom and choice.
Freedom to choose: The freedom to choose how to live, spend time, and what to commit to
Freedom to make choices: The ability to make your own choices and live your life as you see fit
Freedom to commit: The ability to commit to what is best for you
Freedom and commitment in relationships
Balance: Finding a balance between freedom and commitment in relationships can involve being receptive to your partner's ideas, talking non-judgmentally, and being respectful
Commitment can lead to freedom from selfishness: Commitments can lead to freedom from selfishness and moral blame
Freedom and commitment in career
Commitment can lead to freedom for the good: Commitments can lead to freedom for the good by helping you build expertise in your profession, book your next role, and advance your career
Commitment can lead to inner peace:. Commitments can lead to inner peace and satisfaction
Freedom and commitment in life :
Commitment can help you focus: Commitment can help you focus on what is best for you, what is best for your happiness and health
Should be an interesting week coming up.
Regarding the Epstein List that's supposed to be out as early as tomorrow,
I think it will be pushed back another week because the Lizards are planning the Pope's death and funeral aired all of next week to cover up the E List. I am willing to wait..
Reminds me of Bush funeral. Wonder if there will be envelops
Saturday Poem...Rebecca Foust - The Stone
https://poems.com/poem/the-stone/
The world is too much with us
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2025/02/the_world_is_too_much_with_us.html
Where have all the ladies gone?
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2025/02/where_have_all_the_ladies_gone.html
Worst Of Babylon Bee...Sunday Edition
Concerns Grow About Pope's Health After He Says Something Theologically Accurate
https://babylonbee.com/news/concerns-grow-about-popes-health-after-he-says-something-theologically-accurate
Nineveh Promises To Repent As Soon As This Prophet Who Smells Like Whale Barf Leaves Town
https://babylonbee.com/news/nineveh-promises-to-repent-as-soon-as-prophet-that-smells-like-whale-barf-leaves-town
'I Have A Name,' Sighs Man Known As Ethiopian Eunuch
https://babylonbee.com/news/i-have-a-name-sighs-man-known-as-ethiopian-eunuch
Christian Couple Praying Their Kid Throws Up So They Can Avoid Hosting Small Group Tonight
https://babylonbee.com/news/christian-couple-praying-their-kid-throws-up-so-they-can-avoid-going-to-small-group-tonight
Bad Luck: This Man Listened To Evanescence His Whole Life Thinking They Were Christian And Now He's Going To Hell
https://babylonbee.com/news/bad-luck-this-man-listened-to-evanescence-his-whole-life-thinking-they-were-christian-and-now-hes-going-to-hell
Just back from Mass. The opening hymn was For the Healing of the Nation. Somehow I think we had different takes on the intention
https://greatawakening.win/p/19AdbihGYo/reminder-from-brian-cates-regard/c/
Just gonna post this here....