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The Rutherford Institute :: Stop Playing the Government's Mind Games | By John W. Whitehead & Nisha Whitehead | - 0 views

  • This plague on our nation—one that has been spreading like wildfire—is a potent mix of fear coupled with unhealthy doses of paranoia and intolerance, tragic hallmarks of the post-9/11 America in which we live and the constantly shifting crises that keep the populace in a state of high alert. Everywhere you turn, those on both the left- and right-wing are fomenting distrust and division. You can’t escape it. We’re being fed a constant diet of fear: fear of a virus, fear of the unmasked, fear of terrorists, fear of illegal immigrants, fear of people who are too religious, fear of people who are not religious enough, fear of extremists, fear of the government, fear of those who fear the government. The list goes on and on. The strategy is simple yet effective: the best way to control a populace is through fear and discord. Fear makes people stupid. Confound them, distract them with mindless news chatter and entertainment, pit them against one another by turning minor disagreements into major skirmishes, and tie them up in knots over matters lacking in national significance. Most importantly, divide the people into factions, persuade them to see each other as the enemy and keep them screaming at each other so that they drown out all other sounds. In this way, they will never reach consensus about anything and will be too distracted to notice the police state closing in on them until the final crushing curtain falls. This is how free people enslave themselves and allow tyrants to prevail.
  • This plague on our nation—one that has been spreading like wildfire—is a potent mix of fear coupled with unhealthy doses of paranoia and intolerance, tragic hallmarks of the post-9/11 America in which we live and the constantly shifting crises that keep the populace in a state of high alert.Everywhere you turn, those on both the left- and right-wing are fomenting distrust and division. You can’t escape it.We’re being fed a constant diet of fear: fear of a virus, fear of the unmasked, fear of terrorists, fear of illegal immigrants, fear of people who are too religious, fear of people who are not religious enough, fear of extremists, fear of the government, fear of those who fear the government. The list goes on and on.The strategy is simple yet effective: the best way to control a populace is through fear and discord.Fear makes people stupid.Confound them, distract them with mindless news chatter and entertainment, pit them against one another by turning minor disagreements into major skirmishes, and tie them up in knots over matters lacking in national significance.Most importantly, divide the people into factions, persuade them to see each other as the enemy and keep them screaming at each other so that they drown out all other sounds. In this way, they will never reach consensus about anything and will be too distracted to notice the police state closing in on them until the final crushing curtain falls.This is how free people enslave themselves and allow tyrants to prevail.
  • The government assumes it is not restrained in its power.
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  • Fear, as history shows, is the method most often used by politicians to increase the power of government. So far, these tactics are working.
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Watchfire Music Announces Launch of New Web Site | Sparks from the Fire - 0 views

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    THE place to find the best inspirational music to listen to online, download free songs and buy singles, albums and sheet music. It's difficult to find inspiring music all in one place, but not any more!
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    Watchfire Music to launch its new website! With greatly improved functionality and complete re-design, the site will remain basically an ecommerce record company and on-line store selling Inspirational CDs, album downloads and singles and digital sheet music, but will add many new features both requested by customers and envisioned by its designers and staff.
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A New Day at WatchFireMusic.com « Inspiratus: Julia Wade's Blog - 0 views

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    Check out Inspirational Music Artist Julia Wade's Blog to find out all of the new and exciting features offered at WatchfireMusic.com!
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    Watchfire Music launches its new website! With greatly improved functionality and complete re-design, the site will remain basically an ecommerce record company and on-line store selling Inspirational CDs, album downloads and singles and digital sheet music, but has added many new features both requested by customers and envisioned by its designers and staff.
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Watchfire Music, Inspirational Music, Inspirational Sheet Music, Julia Wade Artist Page - 0 views

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    Julia Wade is one of those rare and gifted crossover vocalists who can handle both worlds (Classical and Pop) with great style and grace. On top of it all, she is a singer who has the ability to get deeply into the lyric and magically inspire the audience. I love visiting the site and listening to Julia's wonderful songs and watching her inspirational videos. Very uplifting!
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Inspirational Music Composer: Desiree Goyette | Inspirational Music | Watchfire Music - 0 views

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    Twice Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Desiree Goyette envelops every syllable she sings with warmth and beauty. A seasoned performer, producer, and composer, Desiree's original music and crystalline voice has been featured on film, television and commercial soundtracks. Her inspiring lyrics, colorful melodies, and rich harmonies open the heart and nourish the soul. Digital sheet music downloads available at WatchfireMusic.com!
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Inspirational Music Composer: Deborah Offenhauser - 0 views

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    Having taught 4-year-olds through 74-year-olds, and working in places as varied as high schools, community colleges and universities, Inspirational music composer Deborah Offenhauser's love of music has been instilled wherever she has lived. She wants everyone to enjoy and love learning how to craft the fine art of music, and to this end, she has composed piano scores and inspirational sheet music suitable for budding piano players through advanced pianists.
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Inspirational Music Composer: Philip Newman - 0 views

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    As a more traditional organist and pianist, Philip Newman created an inspirational sheet music catalogue that offers solos composed for both organ and voice as well as piano and voice. Mr. Newman completed graduate work at the New England Conservatory of Music where he earned bachelor's and master's degrees and received a doctorate from the University of Iowa. Philip Newman's hymn sheet music is available instantly as digital download.
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Inspirational Music Composer: Mindy Jostyn | Inspirational Music | Watchfire Music - 0 views

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    Not only has Watchfire Music Composer Mindy Jostyn wowed audiences with her soulful voice, distinctive melodies and witty and insightful lyrics, but she has brought a unique voice to inspirational and sacred music in the form of gentle folk hymns and truly original songs that speak directly to the hungry heart. Now you can too can bring Mindy's inspirational sacred songs to your church and worship experience.
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Jesus' Return: Responsibility, Righteousness and Reality « Reflections in the WORD - 0 views

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    Recently, there was yet another controversy about the time of Jesus' return. Sadly, many people were misled into thinking that May 21, 2011 would be that date and were deeply disappointed and confused when they found out they were misinformed. It is easy, and quite tempting, to be dismissive of these forlorn followers, but empathy and reflection are far better responses.
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The Atheist's Dilemma - 0 views

  • I'd argued with my peers, but I'd never investigated the works of the masters: Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, Descartes, Kant, Pascal, and Lewis. When I finally did, the only reasonable course of action was to believe in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But my head and my heart suddenly switched places. Though I began to know the evidence for the Scriptures, my head full of answers, I began to feel distant from the story that had brought me to tears a month prior. When reading through the Passion narrative on retreat on Cape Cod in the spring, I remained utterly unmoved. I went out to pray.
  • If I wanted to continue forward in this investigation, I couldn't let it be just an intellectual journey. Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" (John 8:31-32). I could know the truth only if I pursued obedience first. I'd been waiting for my head and my heart to be in agreement. By the end of the church retreat, they weren't completely in sync. Many days they still aren't. But I realized that the unity could come later. If my heart had agreed at one point, and my head agreed now, then my heart would follow. I couldn't let a malfunctioning heart delay the logical course of action, the obedience required by true faith. I committed my life to Christ by being baptized on Easter Sunday, 2009. This walk has proved to be quite a journey. I've struggled with depression. I would yell, scream, cry at this God whom I had begun to love but didn't always like. But never once did I have to sacrifice my intellect for my faith, and he blessed me most keenly through my doubt. God revealed himself through Scripture, prayer, friendships, and the Christian tradition whenever I pursued him faithfully. I cannot say for certain where the journey ends, but I have committed to follow the way of Christ wherever it may lead. When confronted with the overwhelming body of evidence I encountered, when facing down the living God, it was the only rational course of action. I came to Harvard seeking Veritas. Instead, he found me.
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    for sceptical people
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From Jesus With Love - 0 views

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    Fill up your heart, your soul and your mind with good things-with the instruction, counsel, inspiration and answers from My Word-which will cause the evil seeds of discouragement, fear and despair to wither, vanish, and melt away.
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Is There No One? - Associated Content - 0 views

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    This is a religious poem written by Alexis Sullivan. In this poem God has taken a look around and seen the despair and desolation flooding the world and begs his Children to take action and spread His Word.
Ebey Soman

The Karen Ann Quinlan Story - 0 views

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    Quinlan's case continues to raise important questions in moral theology, bioethics, euthanasia, legal guardianship and civil rights. Her case has affected the practice of medicine and law around the world. Two significant outcomes of her case were the development of formal ethics committees in hospitals, nursing homes and hospices, and the development of advance health directives.
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Religion and Ethics: Down Syndrome - 0 views

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    Down syndrome is a genetic disorder (involving an extra copy of chromosome 21) that leads to moderate intellectual disability, as well as a range of physical and health problems. Screening for Down syndrome during pregnancy can be done in a number of ways. The religion and ethics program presents two different women and the tough decisions they had to make after screening their babies for Down Syndrome. Are their actions morally right? or ethically allowable? or religiously authorized?
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Bible Discussion - Bible Study Forums - View topic - The Purpose of the Gospel - 0 views

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    the purpose of the gospel jesus said mark chapter - and he said unto them go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature he that believeth and is baptized shall be saved but he that believeth not shall be damned and these signs shall follow
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Watchfire Music Album: Songs of Love | Inspirational Music | Valentines Day Songs - 0 views

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    February means Valentine's Day which means love songs. And so how do we cover this huge topic -- physical love, spiritual love, Valentine love, familial love, love for The Master? The answer: All of the above. Why not a little something for everyone? After all, we all experience all of the above. Even if you're a Buddhist, ya' gotta love the adventures of that Christian guy. Even if you're a minister, Valentine love is some pretty sweet stuff. Families are sometimes the bane of our existence, but in the end, ya' gotta love 'em. So love it is - on an all-encompassing level. And interesting how so many of the songs' lyrics can really take on a universal meaning And totally cover the bases. Take a chance And fall in love. Now Available as a Shippable CD!
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Inspirational Music Composer: Kevin McCarter - 0 views

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    Watchfire Music Composer Kevin McCarter grew up singing, playing, and writing music. Today he composes inspirational music for voice and organ on Bible texts and hymn poems, along with concert music for chamber ensembles, orchestra, chorus, and voice. McCarter's inspirational Christian music catalogue is available for download at WatchfireMusic.com
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Watchfire Music Composer: Wordlight Publishing - 0 views

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    Wordlight Publishers corrals a unique group of composers and lyricists whose lives and work have taken them from the east coast to California to South America. These folks have worked individually and with one another to create a collection of timeless, beautiful folk-like songs filled with Biblical and Gospel-inspired texts.
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Inspirational Music Artist: Branice McKenzie | Inspirational Music | Watchfire Music - 1 views

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    Branice McKenzie, inspirational music artist from Watchfire Music delights audiences with Gospel and R&B songs you can download today!
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    Branice McKenzie is an artist and an educator. She has worked in "edutainment" for the past 20 years and has developed a curriculum, shows and poems in conjunction with her outstanding catalogue of children's songs that encourage young people to use their minds, their hearts and their total beings to create a wonderful life, to learn about themselves, to participate in the world and to nurture all that is good and better in who they are.
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Believing is Seeing « Reflections in the WORD - 0 views

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    …in spite of our utter hopelessness to be as good as God intended us to be, His strength and grace and love overshadow every distraction and weakness with a light that will nourish and guide us all of our days if we dare to walk in it. Even when the Enemy has us so shortsighted that we stumble at every step, God's arms are still there: still holding us up…
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