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Rise Up by Shemariah Yeung
'marriage' is a holy act, not that we choose
whatever we like, not that we choose whomsoever we marry to. It is a commitment, and most of all,
in 'marriage' both sexes are the reflection of God's image. God has both tender nature and tough
nature in Him. Both female and male are the representatives of God Himself.
My Response to Iranian threat on Israel by Jeremiah opusunju
Iranian president and the world need to know that the nation of Israel is divinely protected
Friends of the Earth Middle East says Jordan River not suitable for Baptism: pollution by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
In a surprising story to this writer, Ecumenical News International reports it is a bad idea to visit the Jordan River for Baptisms. This will interest San Francisco Bay Area Pilgrims who may be planning on visiting the Jordan River in the near future. Who is the environmental organization? Time magazine in 2008 called the Middle East organization's three directors Environmental Heroes.

EcoPeace/Friends of the Earth Middle East describe this about themselves on their website: Friends of the Earth Middle East (FoEME) is a unique organization that brings together Jordanian, Palestinian, and Israeli environmentalists. Our primary objective is the promotion of cooperative efforts to protect our shared environmental heritage. In so doing, we seek to advance both sustainable regional development and the creation of necessary conditions for lasting peace in our region. FoEME has offices in Amman, Bethlehem, and Tel-Aviv. FoEME is a member of Friends of the Earth International.
Presbyterians study Biblical Theological Reflection to find a way to policy on peace for Israel by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
"I believe that the Bible gives us a general view of God's will: those qualities of righteousness, justice, freedom, and peace to which God calls us and which we are to pursue. But the Bible does not usually lay out detailed policy prescriptions for how we are to pursue those goals in modern societies. In an imperfect world where our knowledge is limited and everyone's motives are mixed, we have to make political judgments about how best to achieve the measure of justice, freedom, and peace that is possible under the circumstances." Comment made to this writer via email and telephone-- Alan F.H. Wisdom, Vice President for Research and Programs, Institute on Religion & Democracy.
Presbyterian Church USA Middle East Study Committee recommends Kairos Document adoption for study by General Assembly 2010 by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
This article is the third in a series of three on the Middle East Policy Committee of the Presbyterian Church USA paper that is more than 150 pages long and can be found here. It is the final of the three reports in this series, and for readers not familiar with the Kairos Document, a PDF of the Document is found here. This is an important Document, supported by many Presbyterians, obviously since it appears in their recommendations for policy towards Israel, and is popularly support by numerous âpeaceâ groups in the United States, and even in Europe and the Middle East.
Report on Presbyterian Church USA-Israel policy recommendations (Presbyterian study in Christianity) by Peter Menkiin by Peter Menkin
In this first part of a three part series on the Presbyterian-Israel policy to be discussed at the Presbyterian General Assembly in July, 2010, a list of players interviewed is introduced. Mainly, through quotes based on telephone, email, and written documentary material they speak their tone and position in this heated and sometimes angry debate. The two subsequent parts will be about the theology of their committee report, and then about the recommendation of the Kairos Document into the policy.
Some of the story of remembering the Fail Safe point and Russians--imaginary place no longer extant, memoir by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
There is an excellent article in the online edition of The New York Times: Surprising Guests in a Russian Parade: American Troops. It is what this writer calls journalism as history.

Here is a salient part of the report in The Times about which this writer wishes to say something more personal making a statement of personal history as an American who served in The Strategic Air Command for four years (1965 to 1969).
Nashville: Somewhere Under the Rainbow by Janet Morris Grimes
Nashville is drowning. Nashville is hurting. Nashville is bruised and dirty, drenched first by water and then by mud. Nashville silently suffered, going ignored by the national media for days, as the waters rose too quickly, receded too slowly, and still have yet to reveal the true toll the floods have taken in lives lost and the loss of property.
Christianity and Climate Change: The Supernatural Power of Faith Over Science by Olufemi Awonaike
Conscious of the fact that planet Earth is God's property, held in trust by man; instead of destroying it, it is imperative for man to play his part to save it by living a lifestyle which is pleasing to God and to use wisely the earth's resources, thereby leaving it better than he met it.
PHYSICS QUESTIONS by Paul Curtis
Physicists pose important questions
Beneath the Swiss mountain slopes
Should the "Holy land" be occupied by the Palestinians or the Israelis? by Robert Randle
The issue over who should live in the Holy Land cannot be settled by the United Nations or political negotiations, but rather by the Word of God, and if helpful, by the Social Sciences. Since the Palestinians claim to be descendants of the Philistines, then it is prudent to find out who they are and where they came from.
Dignified Homeless by Angela Williams
She was in the library until closing the other night, and I have concluded that she is homeless.
Question: Do Churches do anything to help Haiti in this disaster? Yes & Yes (two examples and more) by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
This writer entered into a discussion with an acquaintance friend in San Francisco's Bay Area, and the surprising question Does the Church do anything for Haiti, donate money or such to help with the disaster?

How shocking. Of course, churches of various denominations make donations of various important kinds in money, aid, direct help, and even in action for larger economic questions.
Commentary and report on Carter, God, and 'The Global Scourge against Women' by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
In the last month of 2009, former President Jimmy Carter spoke before The Parliament of World Religions as part of The Elder Project. He again has spoken out against discrimination against women, as he sees it, as a once Southern Baptist, a Christian, and as former President of the United States. This is in character for President Carter, known for good Christian works, winner of a Nobel Prize, and who continues in his concern for the American Nation and the world. He is a national figure, world figure, and Christian figure.
Human Trafficking by Stanley Hasegawa
Human trafficking should concern us because Christianity is all about human trafficking.
Tired of Being Afraid by Dionna Sanchez
I am learning that if I let fear rule, then I do not really trust the Lord very much. I'm showing Him that I don't believe that He can do what He says He can do for me and in my life. That's not what I want to be about.
Women at the Well and Free African Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe by Kathy Carlton Willis Communications
Kay Marshall Strom shares a story of modern day women at the well. Strom also share a delicious holiday recipe.
Global Warming - Some Random Thoughts by Stanley Hasegawa
That mankind is physically abusing the earth is only part a larger picture; only one symptom of a more fundamental issue
WHERE ARE THE SOLDIERS? by Tom Zart
Where are the soldiers so far, far away?
How many will perish no one can say.
Where are the soldiers we love night and day?
Deployed world over to keep evil at bay.
THEY SERVE TO PRESERVE = Memorial Poetry by Tom Zart
They serve to preserve our forefathers dreams,
Prayers, visions and determination.
Risking all in pursuit of fulfillment of duty
To God, freedom, faith, honor and nation.
Can Man Exist without Religion? by Samuel Connelly
With all the talk of freedom of religion, freedom from religion, and the diverse religions of the world. Some, wanting to awaken American's to the possibilities of a world without any religion, and asked a great question: Can Man Exist without Religion?
Conservative Poet Tom Zart's = OBAMA AND THE HINGE OF HISTORY by Tom Zart
Some have asked why must we study history
It just encourages us to live in the past.
When we forget history we repeat its mistakes
As the outcome of humanity is cast.
Misdirected Loyalties by Julie Arduini
An American tourist and a grieving Brit share a common bond over a moment of silence.
If God really exists, then why...? by Okwudili Umeweni
The author gives a clear answer to the questions that has run on the minds of many people for years.
Spiritual Warfare - Introduction by Paul George
Our struggle is not against flesh and blood but the demonic hosts of Satan. The world we see is not the real world.
Conservative Poet Tom Zart's = IRAN THE MISSILES ARE COMING by Tom Zart
What we accomplish is heaven's measure
As patriots respond to the threats of man.
Protect and defend what we love till death
As the soldiers of Satan arise from the sand.
The End of the World As We Know It by Phil Pike
Do you want to know what's really going on with America's current economic situation? It's simple. We're reaping what we've been sowing for years. The chickens have finally come home to roost. They always do!
Economic Recovery! by Jeanna or Jen
Can we change the economy? Can there be more jobs?
Conservative Poet Tom Zart's AMERICA AT WAR POEMS by Tom Zart
As long as man has struggled on earth
Life has had its troubles from birth.
God's seed of goodness has delayed man's demise
Thank Heaven for his heroes the strong and the wise.
The Election by Rick King
I was watching a show on television where a panel of Christian ministers were discussing the state of the Church and also about the presidential candidates. I found that many great points were discussed, yet I wondered about a few things, which were not mentioned.