He Is Risen

Death has been defeated!

Answered Prayers

Ryan Newman awake, speaking after Daytona 500 crash

Merry Christmas

It's A Wonderful Life

This is without question of of the greatest films of all time, seen mostly around the Christmas holiday season.

There are a multitude of valuable lessons to be learned within the film, some noted in the following linked piece.

But there is much more to be learned, as outlined in a piece from Imprimis titled Frank Capra’s America and Ours. A quote from the writings of John Marini tackles the relativity from Capra's words and principles to those of America, and a man who shared them.

It is hard to think of a better way to describe Frank Capra’s view of the world, and America’s place in fulfilling its purpose, than to turn to another great American who made his living in the world of motion pictures. Ronald Reagan was a friend and admirer of Frank Capra. They were very much alike. The inscription that Reagan had carved on his tombstone could have been written by Capra: “I know in my heart that man is good. That what is right will always eventually triumph. And there is purpose and worth to each and every life.” Both Capra and Reagan looked to a benevolent and enduring Providence, and the best in man’s nature, as the ultimate grounds of political right. For them, as for Lincoln, America was more than a geographical location or a place where citizens shared a common blood or religion, or belonged to a common culture or tradition. America was a place where an enlightened understanding of “the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God” had made it possible to establish those principles of civil and religious liberty that gave “purpose and worth to each and every life.”

One of the strongest statements within the film comes nearing the conclusion. It is very simple, but most meaningful:

"Remember no man is a failure who has friends."

Merry Christmas to you all!

Bear Standing Tall

In The Name of Love. RIP MLK

In The Name of Love. RIP MLK

The Light of Life Burns

It's A Wonderful Life

This is without question of of the greatest films of all time, seen mostly around the Christmas holiday season.

There are a multitude of valuable lessons to be learned within the film, some noted in the following linked piece.

But there is much more to be learned, as outlined in a piece from Imprimis titled Frank Capra’s America and Ours. A quote from the writings of John Marini tackles the relativity from Capra's words and principles to those of America, and a man who shared them.

It is hard to think of a better way to describe Frank Capra’s view of the world, and America’s place in fulfilling its purpose, than to turn to another great American who made his living in the world of motion pictures. Ronald Reagan was a friend and admirer of Frank Capra. They were very much alike. The inscription that Reagan had carved on his tombstone could have been written by Capra: “I know in my heart that man is good. That what is right will always eventually triumph. And there is purpose and worth to each and every life.” Both Capra and Reagan looked to a benevolent and enduring Providence, and the best in man’s nature, as the ultimate grounds of political right. For them, as for Lincoln, America was more than a geographical location or a place where citizens shared a common blood or religion, or belonged to a common culture or tradition. America was a place where an enlightened understanding of “the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God” had made it possible to establish those principles of civil and religious liberty that gave “purpose and worth to each and every life.”

One of the strongest statements within the film comes nearing the conclusion. It is very simple, but most meaningful:

"Remember no man is a failure who has friends."

Merry Christmas to you all!

Offensive

Going Home

Billy Graham, perhaps the most widely known preacher in modern American history, has passed away at 99.

Graham personally preached the gospel in front of more people worldwide than perhaps anyone.

Graham touched the lives of millions, bringing the joy of Jesus to their lives.

We will certainly miss Billy Graham, but the lessons he taught us will last a lifetime.

Merry Christmas

Enjoy Santa's ride into Manhattan to Radio City Music Hall for the performance for the world famous Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular.

She Has Been Right All Along

Beautiful In More Ways Than One

Merry Christmas

Enjoy Santa's ride into Manhattan to Radio City Music Hall for the performance for the world famous Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Evil Is On The Ballot

Never Forget

The World Trade Center

Islamic terrorists remain committed to killing us. Unfortunately, they have made significant inroads across the globe this past year, with the Muslim Brotherhood gaining influence and ISIS engaged in a blood thirsty massacre across the entire middle east.

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton ask the American people to have empathy for our enemies.

Christians are being killed at alarming levels, yet our president continues to call out republicans for their evil attempts to adhere to the Constitution.  We have officially become a nation of men; not laws.

And we have countless enemies within. Those enemies within included our current Barack Obama, and Hillary Clinton. Please engage your voting actions accordingly.





Have you forgotten?



Windows on the world



Evil spit in our face on the morning of September 11, 2001. As America sought comfort on this horrendous day, most found God watching over us. We had faith, which helped us through the incredible grief. With evil lurking all around us, we found love, courage and faith standing tall in the fire.

Although this is a day of remembrance, we must never forget!

I have not forgotten. Never Forget! Political correctness be damned, we must remain committed to taking out evil wherever it exists, foreign or domestic.




GOD BLESS AMERICA

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There You Have It

Cooper Flew the Coop

In a despicable display of partisanship, Anderson Cooper flew the coop attacking Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi about her actions opposing gay marriage in Florida.

 

Cooper, who is highly regarded for his journalistic integrity among the media elites and even by some on the right, including firebrand conservative Glenn Beck, is being applauded by progressives, liberals and the LGBT community for his blindside of Bondi.

I have always considered Cooper among the very best of the national mainstream media, which can no doubt be considered strongly left leaning.  But I found his attack on Bondi nothing short of strongly offensive.

The LGBT community, which includes Cooper, is miffed with Bondi for her opposition of the legalization of gay marriage.  Bondi was acting on behalf of the state of Florida (I am a resident of the Sunshine State) in leading the opposition, as her job having been elected dictates. As she pointed out, the majority of the residents of Florida are against the measure, as am I.

That does not in any way suggest she, or any of the other Floridians against that initiative, hate the LGBT community. We do not.  We just happen to believe marriage is between a man and woman, as our Christian beliefs dictate.  Certainly, the greater majority are in favor of a civil union which would allow for loved ones to have legal standing, contrary to Copper's suggestion otherwise.

Incidentally, this is a position recently held by both President Obama and Hillary Clinton until it became politically expedient to change positions, with Clinton calling it a "sacred bond" and a "bedrock principle."



At any rate, as common sense would suggest, this was not an appropriate time to address this issue with AG Bondi. Unless your manners and professionalism took a back seat to your personal agenda.  They did with Cooper, and my respect for him immediately flew the coop.

Katie Hopkins had a brilliant piece over at The Daily Mail.

In a rather stunning speech Tuesday, a petulant Obama hunkered down in defense of Islam essentially blaming America for the grotesque loss of life in Orlando. Obama took a shot at Donald Trump, as did Hillary in a follow up speech.

But it is Trump who has accurately assessed the real issue, radical Islamic terrorists, and make no mistake, it is the left, led by these two anti-American elites, and their policies, that are in large measure to blame for this terrorism.

"Perhaps it is those who preach tolerance that we should be most afraid of. Democrats and liberals preach tolerance. But in doing so they have chosen to ignore the dark truths of a religion which is the most intolerant of all" noted Hopkins.

Agreed.

Cooper, and his progressive partners in the media, do not seem to have any anger whatsoever against radical Islam and the destruction that surrounds them. No, they take aim, with fervor, attacking opponents of the LGBT cause, which is dear to them.

The safety of the citizens of America, all of them, are dear to me.

If only Anderson Cooper would extend such efforts calling out those who are looking the other way as terrorists murder our citizens rather than taking this opportunity to advocate on behalf of the LGBT agenda.

Maybe he could have waited until we bury our neighbors categorized not as LGBT or Latino unless it is an agenda item for you, but as fellow Americans, before engaging AG Bondi?

Evil are these terrorists, not AG Bondi, and this was without question a terrorist attack on all of us.

When will the leftists ever learn.  As Hopkins accurately notes, they may never.

Pain and Suffering

Last week, famed Rock & Roll icon Prince passed away suddenly at the young age of 57.

Prince was an outstanding musician, an individual who had obtained the highest in admiration from his peers, had millions of adoring fans, wealth beyond imagine who was genuinely considered a real nice guy.  In his hometown of Minneapolis, he was simply adored.

Sadly, media reports now indicate that Prince was addicted to pain killers, which most likely initiated his demise.  For whatever reason, it appears Prince was hurting, and seeking escape from something. In his instance, pain from prior surgeries seems likely.

Without all the wealth and acclaim, many Americans are also hurting. Unemployment is rampant, fear is raging, rights are being stolen and hope and dignity for many has been lost.

There is much pain and suffering. By design.

"The American Dream feels like it has ended for millions upon millions of families, and this is leading to a lot of depression and despair" said Michael Snyder, who writes the outstanding blog, The Economic Collapse.

The economy appears on the brink of collapse and with so many Americans already living paycheck to paycheck, the shock of an economic or terror event could bring about tragic ramifications.

As Michael Snyder accurately notes, "A tremendous amount of love and compassion is going to be required in the years ahead, because huge numbers of people are going to be really hurting."

Snyder is correct. We should note now that when it all comes crashing down, we should embrace our faith and be a beacon of light for those who cannot see.

Love is the answer.

In The Name of Love. RIP MLK

In The Name of Love. RIP MLK

 

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Enjoy Santa's ride into Manhattan to Radio City Music Hall for the performance for the world famous Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Have You Forgotten

The World Trade Center

Islamic terrorists remain committed to killing us. Unfortunately, they have made significant inroads across the globe this past year, with the Muslim Brotherhood gaining influence and ISIS engaged in a blood thirsty massacre across the entire middle east.

Christians are being killed at alarming levels, yet our president continues to call out republicans for their evil attempts to adhere to the Constitution.  We have officially become a nation of men; not laws.

And we have countless enemies within.





Have you forgotten?



Windows on the world



Evil spit in our face on the morning of September 11, 2001. As America sought comfort on this horrendous day, most found God watching over us. We had faith, which helped us through the incredible grief. With evil lurking all around us, we found love, courage and faith standing tall in the fire.

Although this is a day of remembrance, we must never forget!

I have not forgotten. Never Forget! Political correctness be damned, we must remain committed to taking out evil wherever it exists, foreign or domestic.




GOD BLESS AMERICA

*PORTIONS REPRINTED FROM 9-11-11 BLOGPOST.