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Romans 1:1 "Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle separated unto the gospel of God."
This writer's name was originally Saul, (Acts 7:58), but, as was common with Jews, he chose a second name by which he was known among the Gentiles. He is first called by this name in Acts 13:9. "It is the transliteration of the Latin paulus or paulles meaning 'little.' Some think it had reference to his diminutive stature, (2 Cor. 10:1, 10)," [Wuest]. There are several Greek words used for "servant" all of which, except the one used here, signify free service. The one used here means a "bond slave;" it suggests lifetime service and absolute submission to the will of the master. "Apostle" means one that is sent on a mission, a missionary, and is used in the New Testament in both a technical sense of the twelve and Paul, and in a general sense of others. He was "a called apostle," (note "to be" is italicized—not in the original text). "This word called means here not merely to be invited, but has the sense of appointed. It indicates that he had not assumed the office himself, but that he was set apart to it by the authority of Christ himself," [Barnes]. "Every qualification of an Apostle centered in Paul, as he shows in various places. He had seen the Lord after His resurrection, (1 Cor. 9:1). He had received his commission directly from Jesus Christ and God the Father, (Gal. 1:1). He possessed the signs of an Apostle, (2 Cor. 12:12)," [Haldane]. "Separated" means "to mark off from others by boundaries, to appoint, set one apart for some purpose." Paul was formerly a Pharisee, (Phil. 3:5), which means one separated, but now he is separated in a higher, grander sense. He was separated not by men, but by God, (Gal. 1:1, 15). There were three stages in Paul's separation: (1) At his birth, (Gal. 1:15). (2) Unto the gospel, (Rom. 1:1). (3) Unto the work to which he was called, (Acts 13:2). His original call embodies this, (Acts 26:16 18). "Gospel" means good news, and was commonly used throughout the Roman Empire. But the Good News here is that which originated with God Himself. The gospel is defined in Romans 1:16; 10:15 and 1 Corinthians 15:1 4.
Romans 1:2 "(Which he had promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures,"
"The gospel is not in principle a new thing, a subversion of the true religion as it has hitherto been known to the people of God. On the contrary, God promised it before, through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures," [Denney]. Three things are said of the gospel in verses 2 3a: (1) It was promised beforehand, for it was preached to Abraham, (Gal. 3:8), and thus it was not some scheme cooked up by Paul as some had charged. (2) It was by the prophets in the Holy Scriptures. There were certainly some Jews who were members at Rome, and probably some of the Gentiles had been Jewish proselytes, and so these were familiar with the Old Testament. (3) It was concerning God's Son, Jesus Christ. He is the great subject of the gospel, (1 Cor. 15:1 4). Some preached a gospel which was not really a gospel (good news) but was "another gospel," (of a different kind, as the word signifies), (Gal. 1:6 7). "He teaches that we ought always to resort to the Scriptures; for that, in religion, whatever they do not contain is really novel, although it may have passed current for ages; while all that is found there is really ancient, although it may have been lost sight of for a long period," [Haldane].
Romans 1:3 "Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh,"
This speaks of Jesus' humanity and of His Messiahship, and the phrase "Son of David," which was often used of Him, was so understood, but it was an enigma to many how He could be at the same time, both David's Son and his Lord, (Matthew 22:42 46). Jesus was "made" several things, but here it refers to His being made flesh, as in John 1:14, and indeed, when reference is made to His being made something, it always refers to His human nature, for on the Divine side He is eternal and unchangeable. "Made" frequently means to become, as in Acts 4:11. It means to enter into a new state or condition. "This implies, of course, that he had another nature besides his human, or that while he was a man he was also something else; that there was a nature in which he was not descended from David," [Barnes]. "According to the flesh" limits the way in which He is the Son of David.
Romans 1:4 "And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead."
The resurrection of Jesus did not make Him to be the Son of God: it only showed Him to be what He had always been, and what He claimed to be. He was mightily declared to be God's Son. It was God's power that made it impossible that He should be held by death, (Acts 2:24). The "spirit of holiness" refers not to the Holy Spirit, although it is certain that the Holy Spirit had a part in raising Jesus, (Rom. 8:11), yet here the phrase evidently refers to Jesus' own spiritual nature in which he eternally subsisted before His incarnation. "As God is spirit, the divine nature of Christ is spirit, and its characteristic quality is holiness," [Vincent]. Beginning early in His ministry, (John 2:18 22), Jesus made the resurrection the great proof that He was what He claimed to be. "When God raised him up, therefore, it was not an ordinary event. It was a public attestation, in the face of the universe, of the truth of his claims to be the Son of God. God would not sanction the doings and doctrines of an impostor," [Barnes].
Romans 1:5 "By whom we have received grace and apostleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name."
Grace has its source in Jesus, (John 1:17). Everything Paul had received in his life that was good had come by grace. Even his conversion and commission was a manifestation of grace, (1 Tim. 1:12 14). But we miss the whole point in salvation if we think the whole purpose of it is so that we will not go to hell. This is but an incidental blessing. Like Paul we are saved "for obedience to the faith." We are given grace and individual responsibility that we may glorify God by leading others to obey Him by faith. "The obedience, then, here referred to, signifies submission to the doctrine of the Gospel. This is quite in accordance with those passages in which the expression is elsewhere found, as in Acts 6:7; Romans 6:17; 16:26; Galatians 3:1; 2 Thessalonians. 1:8; 1 Peter 1:22," [Haldane]. The "name" of the Lord frequently refers to God as He is revealed in His different names. All that professed to be Christians do reflect either honor or dishonor upon Him whose name they bear.
Romans 1:6 "Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ."
He acknowledges that the Romans had also partaken of these great blessings. They were not called "to be saints," but rather they were saints by calling. The word is an adjective, not a verb. One is not a saint by nature, by attainment, nor by canonization, but one is a saint because of the divine work of calling and regeneration, and therefore every saved person is a saint, though some do not act like saints. There are two kinds of calls: a general call that comes by the gospel, to which none respond; and the effectual call of the Spirit, to which all respond that hear it. The latter is what is referred to in Romans 8:30, for all who hear this call are both justified and glorified.
Romans 1:7 "To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ."
Paul continues to dwell on this calling and he goes back another step or two from the actual time of their salvation, and brings out the source of it. "They were saints because they were called, and they were called because they were beloved of God, (Jer. 31:3). Their character as saints, then, was not the cause, but the effect, of their being beloved of God. . .The first outward effect of election, or of the love of God to His people, is His calling them, not merely by the word, which is common to many, but by the Holy Spirit, which is limited to few, (Matthew 22:14; Jer. 31:3)," [Haldane]. These called saints are beloved of God, which is a great comfort, for if this is true, then what can be lacking to them, (Rom. 8: 28, 31 32). "Grace to you and peace" is the common apostolic greeting. It is at once a wish, a prayer and a prophecy. "From God our Father, and Lord Jesus Christ." The many times that Christ is intimately associated with God the Father shows how He is considered equally divine, for all true grace comes from God, (1 Pet. 5:10), yet it is also by Christ Jesus, (John 1:17). These first seven verses are one long connected sentence, which is one of the characteristics of Paul, to make a long, involved statement with no break in it.
Romans 1:8 "First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of through the whole world."
Here begins the body of this epistle. Paul generally begins his epistles by finding something to thank God for in those whom he addresses. This is one of Paul's numerous prayers. As many as he prayed for, he must have kept a regular prayer list. His thanksgiving is "through Jesus Christ" for He alone is the mediator between God and men, (1 Tim. 2:5). None can approach God the Father in any way except through the merits of Christ. He thanks God for their faith, for faith is one of the most important things in anyone's life. "If God is thanked for the distinguished faith of Christians, then not only their faith is His gift, but also its measure and advancement," [Haldane]. The word "world" is generally used in a limited sense as here, where it refers to the Roman or civilized world as opposed to the barbarian world. To have such wide reputation suggests that this church was established very early. In Romans 16:7, Paul speaks of some of his kin who were saved before he was. Possibly they may have been among those who believed at Pentecost. That may account for his original rage against Christians: he may have felt that they had deceived some of his own family and led them into heresy.
Romans 1:9 "For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing, I make mention of you always in my prayers."
"These words are an appeal to God, and carry in them the nature and form of an oath; the reason of the apostle's using it was, because he was personally unknown to the Romans, and they to him, and so might doubt of his affectionate regard unto them," [Gill]. "This is substantially an oath; and refutes the erroneous and mischievous nation of some who maintain, from a misapprehension of what is said by our Lord and the Apostle James, that all oaths are unlawful," [Haldane]. "Serve" always indicates a religious service of some sort. It was used of the Jewish priests' service. Paul's service was rendered in his spirit where all true service must begin, (John 4:23 24). All service rendered not in the spirit is hypocritical and mere formalism. Paul was a great man of prayer, and felt a concern for all the churches he knew, and so he prayed for their spiritual prosperity, (2 Cor. 11:28). How negligent we are to pray for our own church and fellow believers, much less for others hundreds of miles away, as Paul did.
Romans 1:10 "Making request, if by any means now at length I might have a prosperous journey by the will of God to come unto you."
Paul had long cherished the desire to come to Rome and meet this church, yet he submitted to God's providence in this matter. "This teaches us that God, by His providence, regulates all that takes place. There is nothing with which Christians should be more habitually impressed, than that God is the disposer of all events," [Haldane]. Little did Paul realize by what means he would be brought to Rome, but he was satisfied to come "by any means" if it was but God's will. When he said "at length" he probably had no idea that two long years he would have to wait. But he was sure that this was God's will, and he held firmly to this through all the time he was falsely accused, jailed, sent in chains, and finally shipwrecked before arriving in Rome.
Romans 1:11 "For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established.'
Paul's ambition was not just to take a vacation, or to see new country, but he desired to impart something to them that would establish them more firmly in the truth of God. Too many Christians only want to make a profit off their brethren, but Paul was willing to be spent for them, (2 Cor. 12:15). "Spiritual gift" means literally "a gift of grace" and refers to a favor received totally apart from merit on the recipient's part, [Vincent]. Several of these are mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12:4¬-11, and the fact that they are "gifts of grace" shows that they are not earned in any way, nor are they even received upon demand. They come wholly by the sovereign will of the Spirit. These were never promised to all believers, but were only for selected persons, some of them were only given for a limited time.
Romans 1:12 "That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me."
Paul does not want to give unnecessary offence by implying that they came short in some area, but he shows that not only did he expect to be a blessing to them, but he also expected them to be a blessing to him as well. "Comfort" is literally "to strengthen with others," [Wuest]. This is one reason why the Lord set His churches in this world so that individual believers can be together to mutually help and strengthen one another. This is also why believers differ from one another, that one's ability may be a supply for another's needs, and all believers have some talent that will help others, as Calvin says: "There is none so poor in the church of Christ, that he cannot make some addition of importance to our stores." "Mutual faith both of you and me" shows that there is but one faith (system of doctrinal truth), (Eph. 4:5), and the ministerial gifts to the churches is for the purpose of developing the saints in it, (Eph. 4:11 16). Paul desired to establish these saints at Rome in this truth.
Romans 1:13 "Now I would not have you ignorant, brethren, that oftentimes I purposed to come unto you, but was let hitherto, that I might have some fruit among you also, even as among other Gentiles."
They might think that he had never come to them because of unconcern, but he denies this. His often purposing to do so is evidence to the contrary. One such instance of purposing to come is in Acts 19:21. But Paul was an ordinary, fallible man, and his purposes were not those of the Lord in every instance, and so his will had to always be secondary to the will of the Lord. "Let" is archaic English for hindered. He was frequently hindered, but by whom he does not here state. Probably it was Satanic, as in 1 Thessalonians 2:18. Satan continually seeks to hinder the truth. "Fruit" is a common figure of speech for service in Scripture, (John 15:1 8, 16; Rom. 7:4 5; Gal. 5:22). The professed saint who is without fruit, is manifestly a spiritually dead saint, and is deceiving only himself if he thinks himself to be safe from the wrath of God. "Gentiles" here indicates that the majority of this church was Gentile.
Romans 1:14 "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise."
Because of the great grace that Paul had received in salvation and being called to preach, put him under an obligation to take the message of this same grace to others as well. So ought believers today to feel a similar obligation to make the grace of God known to all mankind. Ancient writers considered all who were not Greeks to be barbarians. "This term barbarian properly denotes one who speaks a foreign language—a foreigner; and the Greeks applied it to all who did not use their tongue," [Barnes]. 1 Corinthians 14:11 illustrates this meaning. "Wise" corresponds with "Greeks" since they considered themselves to be very wise, (1 Cor. 1: 22). And the "unwise" corresponded to "barbarians." The extent of Christian duty is shown in Matthew 28:18 20.
Romans 1:15 "So, as much as is in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also."
This showed the responsibility of Paul, but it also showed the limit of his duty. No one is responsible beyond his ability, but let no one deceive himself about his ability; everyone can do what God calls him to do, if he uses the God given means. What is the gospel that Paul was to preach? "The gospel is the whole story of Christ's mediatorial work as prophet, sacrifice, priest, king, leader and judge, addressed to the whole human race, whatever the nationality, sex, or social condition, on the terms of simple faith in Jesus as he is offered in the gospel, the power of which is God himself, i.e., God the Holy Spirit," [B. H. Carroll]. The gospel has always been man's only hope, and it has been preached from earliest times, (Rom 1:2; Gal. 3:8; Gen. 3:15). It will be the basis of judgment in the last day, (Rom. 2:16).
Romans 1:16 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek."
The positive side of this would be "I glory in the gospel," (Gal. 6:14), and we see this attitude constantly reflected in Paul. Even in Rome, the capitol of the civilized world, Paul was not ashamed of the gospel. "I reckon him a Christian indeed, that is neither ashamed of the gospel, nor a shame to it," [M. Henry]. "Power of God unto salvation" implies (1) Its divine origin. (2) Its divine fittedness for its end. (3) Its divine efficacy. What is salvation? "Salvation is the final, complete, and everlasting deliverance of the sinner's entire soul and body from the guilt of sin, from the defilement of sin, from the dominion of sin, from the bondage of Satan, and the deliverance of man's habitat—this old world—from the curse upon it" [Carroll]. "Believeth" is the limitation upon this, for the best remedy for the worst disease is of no value at all if it is not taken. Faith is not selfinduced, but it "comes," (Gal. 3:23, 25), and comes only by the Word of God, (Rom. 10:17). This is why people cannot be saved so long as they keep away from where the Word is preached in its purity. "To the Jew first" is the proper order, for the Savior came of the Jews, and to them should the first opportunity be presented to hear and believe. This was Paul's constant practice (Acts 13:46; 18:6; 28:28).
Romans 1:17 "For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith."
God reveals His righteousness in the gospel, for thereby He declares His righteousness, imputed to the sinner for his justification when he believes in Christ, (Rom. 3:24 26). Three revelations are mentioned in Romans: (1) God's Righteousness, (Rom . 1:17). (2) God's wrath, (Rom. 1:18). (3) God's glory, (Rom. 8:18). What is the meaning of the righteousness of God? It includes both justification and sanctification. The former is the declaring of one just in God's sight because of Jesus' redemptive work, while the latter is the practical outworking, or living of a righteous life as one is strengthened and led by the Spirit. "From faith unto faith" shows a progression. Saving faith is momentary and instantaneous, but the righteousness of God does not involve only a momentary trust in Him, but it entails a lifetime of trust. At the moment of initial faith, one is saved and justified, but he has a lifetime before him to live by faith and thereby to be sanctified—set apart for holy purposes and holy living. It is from saving faith to living faith. Habakkuk 2:4 is quoted here, as it is also in Galatians 3:11 and Hebrews 10:38. Anyone can say that he has believed, but the proof of it is in a daily living faith.
Romans 1:18 "For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness"
The rest of the verses in this chapter form one paragraph, and sketches the moral history of man as seen through God's eye. Man's view is distorted by selfish prejudice. God has revealed His wrath by His declarations and threats against all sin. Almost every message "from heaven" had something of a warning either express or implied. Ungodliness is irreverence toward God, while unrighteousness is lack of right conduct toward men, but which grows out of irreverence toward God [Robertson]. These two things are thus related to the two tables of the law, (Matthew 22:37 40). "Who keep down the truth by the wickedness wherein they live," [Conybeare]. Bad living does more to restrain the truth than anything else, but practiced truth is an irresistible sword of testimony. "The same creation which declares that there is a God, and publishes His glory, also proves that He is the enemy of sin and the avenger of the crimes of men. So that this revelation of wrath is universal throughout the world, and none can plead ignorance of it," [Haldane].
Romans 1:19 "Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them."
"God is not unknowable, as the agnostic says, for all men have an innate sense of the existence of God. This relates only to such knowledge of God's existence and man's duty to worship Him as makes man without excuse. Man's reasoning upon the basis of the law of cause and effect, which law requires an adequate cause for every effect, is forced to the conclusion that such a tremendous effect as the universe, demands a Being of eternal power and of divine attributes. That Being must be the Deity who should be worshipped," [Wuest]. Man has a spiritual light in him, (Prov. 20:27), but in his fallen state it is darkness, (Matthew 6:22 23). Man was created to worship God, and so he is a worshipper by nature, but because of his fall, his nature is to worship falsely. God's wrath is revealed from heaven because He has revealed enough truth to man to make them without excuse before Him. It is because of their love of sin that they continue to hold down the truth.
Romans 1:20 "For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse."
God, being a Spirit, (John 4:24), cannot be seen with eyes of flesh, but the invisible God is known by his visible works. Some pagan philosophers, such as Aristotle, understood this. Creation proves God's existence, (Ps. 19:1 4), for it requires omnipotent power, intelligence and law, so that men are rendered inexcusable. This verse, coupled with 2:14 15 shows that men have three universal witnesses to God's existence: (1) Creation, (Rom 1:20). (2) The Commandments written in all men's hearts. (3) The Conscience in all men. Two or three witnesses are sufficient to convict men in God's court of law. "Godhead" here is different from "Godhead" in Colossians 2:9. Here it refers to "the sum total of the divine attributes," [Vincent].
Romans 1:21 "Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened."
All men once had the knowledge of God, but because they disliked the restraints and obligations that knowledge of God imposed, "they became vain in their imaginations," and so they willfully neglected to honor and give Him thanks. "They all knew more than they practiced, and the most ignorant might have discovered God in His works, had not enmity against Him reigned in their hearts" [Haldane]. They began to speculate and formulate their own ideas about God until they had created in their own minds the kind of gods that pleased them. "Heart" is a Scriptural term for man's inward being, including feelings, will and intellect. Thus he is completely darkened spiritually, (Eph. 4:18). Unsaved man is both without understanding (foolish) and what understanding he has is darkened.
Romans 1:22 "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools."
The verb "professing" is used of unfounded assertion. Proud egotism is the cause of the rejection of the gospel, (1 Cor 1:26 29). The natural man is not only self¬-righteous, but also self sufficient, and these both take away God's glory. The more worldly wisdom man has the harder it is for him to be saved, for the gospel is foolishness to him, (1 Cor. 1:23). "Became fools" is the Greek word from which our English word "moron" comes. The beginning of true wisdom is a reverential fear of God, (Prov. 9:10). All worldly wisdom is nothing if the one who has it ends up in hell.
Romans 1:23 "And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things."
Psalm 106:20. Evolutionists boast of the "ascent of man," and say that if there was a fall it must have been upward, but here we see God's view: it is a spiritual descent. Man is inventive, but turns all to evil, (Eccl. 7:29). Man's pride causes him to rebel against God's demands for all the glory and honor, and man would rather steal the glory that is due to God alone, (Is. 42:8), and give it rather to the lowest creature than that God should get it. Note the descending scale: "Man, birds, beasts, creeping things." Nothing is too low for man to worship in his darkness. Idolatry is always degrading, and the more man is involved in it, the more corrupt he becomes. This especially stands out in those "Christian denominations" which use idols: their members are generally more immoral than many who attend no church at all. There is much "Christian" paganism.
Romans 1:24 "Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonor their own bodies between themselves."
The direct result of man's rejection of the knowledge of God and the restraints He imposes on man is further corruption. God did not compel man to sin: He only removed the providential restraints, which is all that is necessary for man to plunge to the depths of sin. Wrong worship always results in wrong living. God gave them up to wrong living (Rom. 1:24), to wrong loving, (Rom. 1:26), and to wrong thinking (Rom 1:28), [Coltman]. One of the tragic consequences of rebellion is that those who desert God are deserted by Him. "The words sound to us like clods on the coffin as God leaves men to work their own wicked will," [Robertson]. By nature man is an unholy being. The source of the problem is his heart, (Matthew 15:19), and one of the most horrible judgments that can come upon man is for God to remove His restraints and leave man to his own wicked ways. "To dishonor... themselves" is explained in the verses that follow.
Romans 1:25 "Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen."
This is another way of stating the truth of verse 23. They changed the truth about the nature of God into the lie of idolatry. Often in the Old Testament the idol is called a lie or falsehood because they are not true representations of God, (Jer. 10:14; Isa. 28:15). Often men begin to worship the true God through, or by means of, the creature, but they always end up worshipping the creature instead of the Creator. This is always the tendency of idols. "'Whenever religious worship is offered to the creature in any manner whatever, it is forsaking God, whose will it is, not only that His creatures should serve Him; but that they should serve Him alone, on which account He calls Himself a Jealous God," [Haldane]. This is why God forbade the use of any idols in worshipping Him, [Ex. 20:4 5]. Paul often interjects a doxology or ascription of praise to God in his writings, (Rom. 9:5; 2 Cor. 11:31; Gal. 1:5).
Romans 1:26 "For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature."
Again, the cause of this sin is within man, who, being a fallen creature, as naturally desires to sin as water flows downward. He is without excuse because he is not compelled to sin. And there comes a time in the sinner's life when God ceases to hold him back from his natural bent to sin. "Vile affections" means shameless passion and is explained in verses 26 27. This refers to homosexuality both in men and women, for which the cities of the plain were destroyed, (Gen. 18:20; 19:24 25). Most sin goes through six stages before God responds in judgment: (1) Shock at it. (2) Joking about it. (3) Curiosity about it. (4) Indulgence in it. (5) Excuses made for it. (6) Stoutly defended as right. Classical writers of old tell how this was a very common and accepted sin among the pagans. Modern attitudes toward this sin are already in the fifth or sixth stage. Has America become so idolatrous that God has given it up as He did the nations of old? Only the saved, as the salt of the earth, (Matthew 5:13), now prevent the utter corruption of the earth.
Romans 1:27 "And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompense of their error which was meet."
From the chief city that was destroyed for this sin, it is sometimes called sodomy. Men call this "an alternate lifestyle" but the Bible is clear that it is sin of an especially shameful nature. All sin has a natural recompense or payment in kind, and this sin is no exception. Many have tried to deny that AIDS, the disease peculiar to homosexuals, is a Divine retribution, but they are fooling only themselves. However, not all homosexuals get AIDS, but they all receive the reward of their sins "in themselves." No one profits by any sin, but here, sin has a direct effect upon the minds of those who practice it. Warped morals make for warped characters and personalities because the mind is affected by their rebellion against God. Homosexuals can be saved, (1 Cor. 6:9 11), but not many are, and those who are, cease to commit this.
Romans 1:28 "And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient."
Here is an explanation of what that recompense was. Paul engages in a play on words: "Because they reprobated the knowledge of God, God gave them over to a reprobate mind," [Alford], or: "As they thought fit to cast out the acknowledgment of God, God gave them over to an outcast mind," [Conybeare]. A "reprobate mind" is a mind void of right judgment. "It denotes a mind judicially blinded, so as not to discern the difference between things distinguished even by the light of nature," [Haldane]. They did not like to retain a full knowledge of God, (so the Greek means); they had but a dim memory, and that was a caricature, [Robertson], and so God gave them over to their own desires to have an incorrect knowledge of moral and spiritual truth. "Not convenient" means not fitting or suitable to rational and moral beings. In the following verses, Paul gives examples of what he means. Sin, like cancer, is a progressive evil: it never travels alone, and it never gets better except by grace.
Romans 1:29 "Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers."
This and the following verses list twenty one distinct sins with which men are filled, and continue to be filled, (so the tense implies), so that it is not a mere tendency to do these things. "Every heart by nature has in it the seed and spawn of all these sins," [Matthew Henry]. It was such a state that led to the Flood, [Gen. 6:5 6]. "Unrighteousness" is a general term for injustice or iniquity as in verse 18. "Fornication" refers to any sexual intercourse with anyone other than one's legitimate mate. It is a general term of which adultery is a more specific form. "Wickedness" is another general term for evil. "Covetousness" is literally the desire of having more, and is usually exercised without scruple as to how it is obtained, (1 Tim. 6:9 10). "Maliciousness" is inward viciousness or revengefulness of disposition. "Full of envy" is discontent and jealousy at the prosperity and well being of others. "Murder" is any form of manslaughter which is done maliciously or from selfish reasons. "Debate" is strife or argument, often involving anger. Some pastors like to debate, thinking they are thereby defending the faith, but this word is never used in a good sense in Scripture. "Deceit" is fraud or falsehood. "Malignity" is rancor, or putting the worst possible interpretation on words and conduct of others. "Whisperers" refers to gossip or the secret slander of men.
Romans 1:30 "Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents."
"Backbiters" is the public slander of others as whisperers had to do with secret slander. "Haters of God" is taken by many in a passive sense: "hated of God," which is certainly His attitude toward all slanderers, (Ps. 15:1 3; 101:5; Prov. 8:13). But the active "haters" is also true of all unsaved people. "Despiteful" refers to insolence, insulting or abusive conduct. "Proud" refers to egotism, excessive self esteem and conceit. "Boasters" is the vocal claim to this supposed superiority over others. "Inventors of evil things" is characteristic of fallen man, (Eccl. 7:29). Every good that man invents he turns to an evil use. "Disobedient to parents" is characteristic of all rebels. It is one of the quickest ways to shorten one's life (Eph. 6:1 3).
Romans 1:31 "Without understanding, covenant breakers, without natural affection, implacable, unmerciful."
The same Greek word as "foolish" in verse 21. Probably in reference to ignorance in spiritual things as in 1 Corinthians 2:14. Spiritual understanding is to be desired, (Col. 1:9). "Covenant breakers" refers to those who are not true to their contracts and commitments. Today we see this commonly in nations violating their covenants, and in the breaking of marriage covenants, as well as in business. "Without natural affection" is seen most commonly today in the desertion and destruction of children by their parents, and in the neglecting of elderly parents by their children. "Implacable" is the refusal to be reconciled to one when an offence has been committed, or holding an unyielding desire for revenge. "Unmerciful" is destitution of compassion. The last four words have been tersely translated: "senseless, faithless, heartless, pitiless," [Green].
Romans 1:32 "Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them."
Paul returns to the fact that these are fully accountable because of the universal witnesses of God's existence. "Judgment" is literally "ordinance," and "commit" has to do with the practice of these things. In the last analysis, death refers to spiritual death, but man's spiritual conceptions often do not come up to this, but the word death always implies something fearful to any unsaved person. One's guilt is heightened when he not only sins himself, but encourages others to do so as well. Often men encourage others to join them in sin by way of trying to justify their own sins, as if numbers would justify it, or cause God to moderate the punishment of it.
A Chinese once denied that Paul wrote this chapter, but accused a missionary of coming in among them and writing down all their sins, and then reading them before all. So up to date is this chapter. The things here set forth manifest that if a man is ever to be saved, it must be upon a different plan than by human works, for all are proven to be corrupt and rebels against God. Behold the great danger of rebelling against the knowledge of God: it leads inevitably to one being judicially blinded and falling into more and worse sin.
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Roasted Eggplant Dip
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Mellow roasted garlic sets this version of the popular Middle Eastern eggplant dip apart from standard recipes. Roasting the onion and tomato alongside the eggplant also adds an extra dimension of flavor. Serve with sliced raw vegetables, crackers or pita bread.
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I find 3 tbsp of lemon juice too over powering for my liking. So taste as you go is crucial.
I made this on a whim since I have all this eggplant and no game plan. I vaguely remembered reading about making roasted eggplant dips so I went ahead and googled a possible recipe. I found this recipe and went ahead and tried it out. It was great! The only change I would make is pulsing it in the mixer a few times after all the ingredients have been mixed.

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Big Bad Wolves is directed by the team of Aharon Keshales and Navot Papushado who do an amazing job of making this film look stunning. One of the things that has stood out tremendously to me in the past year is that the foreign directors are doing such praiseworthy work with their cinematography. It almost makes me sick when I watch a film shot as well as Big Bad Wolves then see the rushed almost amatuer display by most American directors. The two do a great job of capturing beauty in a very darked themed tale. In Big Bad Wolves there is a child killer on the loose. Police Officer Micki( Lior Ashkenazi) believes he has caught the killer and go a little off the grid to get him (Dror/Rotem Keinan) to talk. The only problem is not only did they have to let him go after this fiasco but it also could cost Micki the case and his job. One of the victims fathers (Gidi/Tzahi Grad) is not too happy with the work of the police and feels it is up to him to stop the killer, and anyone that gets in his way.
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The three main roles in the film are equal in relevance but the standout of the bunch is Gidi. The things he must endure to deal with the difficult task place in front of him are overwhelming but he never strays off course. He is the guy the horror aficionados will be rooting for as you see his relentless passion to find out what happen to his daughter. It really was a treat to watch him work and the interaction between he and his mother is priceless. Think Howard from The Big Bang Theory and you will get what I'm saying here.
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- 4-day tour of the Italian Lakes and Verona from Milan
- Visit four of Lombardy's famous lakes: Orta, Maggiore, Como and Garda
- Admire the postcard-perfect scenery in towns like Orta San Guilio, Stresa, Bellagio and Sirmione
- Enjoy boat trips around each lake and look out for attractions like Scaligero Castle in Sirmione
- Explore Verona's UNESCO-listed center on a walking tour and see Juliet's House
What You Can Expect
During the 4-day and 3-night guided tour, visit the lkes Garda, Maggiore, Como and Orta and learn about the history of the area from your knowledgeable guide. Take some free time to explore the lakeside towns of Simione, Stresa, San Guilio, and Orta. In vivacious Verona, take a walking tour of the town: llinger in Piazza delle Erbe and stroll down pedestrianized Via Mazzini. Marvel at the imposing Castelvecchio and the tall medieval Torre dei Lamberti.
Boat rides on the lakes and 4-star accommodation in Como, Verona and either Brescia or Bergamo are included.
Please note: Rates do not includes city taxes, which will be paid at the reception desk when you check in or check out. City tax varies according to hotel category. Hotels are subject to availability at time of booking. In the rare event that the mentioned property is unavailable, you will be accommodated in another centrally located hotel of the same star rating.
Leave central Milan in the morning, and relax on your journey north by air-conditioned coach. First stop is Lake Orta, a pretty stretch of water that's said to be the most secluded and romantic of the Italian Lakes. Lake Orta sits on the banks of Orta San Guilio, a charming medieval village, so enjoy a stop to stretch your legs and soak up the lakeside views. Perhaps take a stroll down Via Olina, the village's main street, or people watch in Piazza Mario Motta.
Hop aboard a boat and ride across Lake Orta to the tiny island of San Guilio, that's covered almost entirely by just one building: the 12th-century Basilica of San Guilio. Spend some free time exploring, and then return to Orta San Guilio and continue your journey into the Italian Lake district by coach.
Stop in the bohemian town of Stresa on the banks of Lake Maggiore and enjoy some free time for lunch (own expense). Gaze out at the snow-capped peaks of Monte Mottarone framing the tranquil lake, and then ride by boat to Fishermens' Island (Isola dei Pescatori), and then Bella Island with its magnificent Borromeo Palace, enjoying free time to explore each place. Return to Stresa and continue to Lake Como where your hotel awaits.
Overnight: 4-star Hotel Albergo Le Due Corti in Como
Day 2: Lake Como – Brescia (B)
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel, and then meet your guide for a tour of the town of Como. Stroll around the tangle of streets that comprise the lakeside town's center, and learn about the architecture and history of Como. Admire Gothic churches and Como Duomo in all its marble glory, and then board a sightseeing boat on the lake.
Ride across the water to the picturesque village of Bellagio, popular for its elegant gardens and luxury villas that look out over the waterfront. Hop off your boat to enjoy some time at leisure in the village, perhaps finding a restaurant for lunch (own expense) or relaxing on the tranquil pebble beach. Then, take another boat ride to the town of Varenna on Lake Como's east bank. Gaze at its candy-colored houses etched into the hills around the lake as you dock, and then travel through the town by coach to admire all of its sights. Travel out of the town, and away from the Italian Lake district. If you take this tour in the winter (November - March), the boat ride from Como to Bellagio is replaced with a panoramic bus ride.
Spend your afternoon in the town of Bergamo, just outside of Milan, and see its sights on a walking tour. The town is split into two distinct parts – the modern town center and the pretty hilltop Old Town. Explore the Old Town's pretty cafe-strung piazzas and narrow alleyways lined with bakeries and shops. If you take this tour in the summer (April to October), continue to Brescia in Lombardy. Or, if you are travelling in the winter (November to March), travel onward to Bergamo. Check in to your hotel and rest overnight.
Overnight: 4-star Hotel NH Brescia in Brescia or Hotel NH in Bergamo
Day 3: Brescia or Bergamo – Lake Garda – Verona (B)
Check out after breakfast and travel east to Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake. Sit back and relax as you travel around the west coast, watching the landscape change from the towering Dolomite Mountains in the north, to the gently sloping hills of the south.
First stop of the day is in Sirmione, a little peninsula town that's famous for its crumbling Roman ruins and the 13th-century Scaligero Castle. Hop aboard a sightseeing boat, and cruise around Lake Garda, enjoying views of the castle and the ruins at the Grotto of Catullo from the water.
Travel by coach to the northern shore of Lake Como and enjoy free time for lunch in Riva del Garda – a town that's famous for its stunning Venetian architecture. Visit a lakeside restaurant for lunch (own expense), and then hit the road again. Travel to the romantic city of Verona, and check in to your hotel.
Overnight: 3-star Hotel Mastino in Verona
Day 4: Verona – Milan (B)
After breakfast, explore Verona on a walking tour with your guide, Famously the setting for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the enchanting city has gained UNESCO status for its collection of monuments from eras stretching back to 1st century BC. Learn about architectural influences from Mediterranean and Nordic regions, and stop for photos in front of top Verona attractions like Piazza della Erbe and Juliet's House.
If you take this tour in the winter, make an additional stop at Lago d'Iseo (or Iseo Lake), so see one of Italy's lesser-visited lakes, surrounded by hills.
After a break for lunch (own expense), return to central Milan where your 4-day tour finishes.
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May 2016
Wonderful tour. One of the hi lights of my trip to Rome. A small group of 6 so it was very personalised. The places we visited were very scenic and our over ist stops and hotels were great. Our guide Allessandra was friendly, knowledgable and helpful. Really enjoyed this tour!
November 2015
This tour was better than expected. Andreas was a terrific guide enthusiastic, helpful and knowledgeable. Hotels were adequate. The tour is somewhat overpriced, but the dates worked best for us so we accepted the rate.
October 2015
This is a very well planned and orchestrated tour through the Italian Lakes. Our tour guide, Andre, was knowledgable, energetic and well organized. The bus tours were amazing for great views of picturesque, storybook villages in the foot of the mountains, views of the Dolomites, and of the lakes. This is a feast for artist and camera bugs like my husband as well as anyone who enjoys beautiful landscapes. The tour each day also includes stops in beautiful villages with plenty of time for a leisurely lunch, shopping and strolling through the villages. Additionally, it includes a boat ride on three of the lakes to finish off a perfect tour of the lakes region. Don't miss this tour !
September 2015
An excellent, well-paced trip well led by Andrea. Highly recommended.
July 2015
It was everything we hoped it would be and our tour guide Andrea was great he had such a passion for his job and you could feel his excitement. I would highly recommend this trip.
July 2015
Don' miss this tour! There were only 6 of us so very personalized service. Expensive but worth it! Most beautiful lakes, mountains and towns anywhere! The lakes are clear, cold and mountain-stream fed. 4-star hotels, Mercedes bus, great guide, food - pasta if you're adventuresome: with rabbit or horsemeat even!, pizza and gelato - OH MY!
April 2015
The tour was fantastic, and memorable for us. Our tour guide, Alessandro, was exceptionally knowledgeable, considerate, friendly and ever helpful. We would recommend it to anyone. The Lakes and towns were beautiful, the accommodation excellent.
December 2014
Great Tour....I am recomending it to everyone
October 2014
This tour was a stand-out for us. There were 16 tourists in our group. We were picked up from our hotel exactly on time in a late model very comfortable tourist coach and introduced to our tour guide who was fantastic. Over the 4 days, we visited 4 of the 5 lakes in the north of Italy and were shown some wonderful sites. On one of the nights, our guide took us to a local restaurant where the owner/chef prepared a genuine Italian meal for us which was fantastic.
The tour is well worth the cost and delivered all that was promised.
Bob and Chris. New Zealand.
June 2014
A great small group tour, with a terrific knowledgeable Tour Leader Andrea.


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With pay cuts, leaner staffing, longer hours and more and more work being piled on, you'd think the average American would be dying for a few weeks off to loll on the beach, sipping margaritas in midafternoon while discreetly reading Fifty Shades of Grey on their Kindles.
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USA Today reports that nearly half of us aren't using all our vacation time. Tsk. Tsk.
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Why? Too much work and not wanting to have to catch up on it, USA Today notes. But there are still some who relish a few days off: About one in four respondents said they'd trade a promotion or take a 5 percent salary dip for five more days of vacation, the newspaper adds.
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If you are a gamer, a game developer, a software security professional, or an interested bystander, this book exposes the inner workings of online-game security for all to see.
From the authors of the best-selling Exploiting Software, Exploiting Online Games takes a frank look at controversial security issues surrounding MMORPGs, such as World of Warcraft™ and Second Life®. This no-holds-barred book comes fully loaded with code examples, debuggers, bots, and hacks.
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Written by the world's foremost software security experts, this book takes a close look at security problems associated with advanced, massively distributed software. With hundreds of thousands of interacting users, today's online games are a bellwether of modern software. The kinds of attack and defense techniques described in Exploiting Online Games are tomorrow's security techniques on display today.
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As the buzz from the Grammys begins to die down, the music world is preparing to watch the Academy Awards and their performances. Although this prestigious award show serves as recognition for noteworthy actors, in recent years it has become another milestone for musicians.
The Academy Awards offers a Best Original Song category that has become surprisingly competitive. The Oscars are going above and beyond to recognize smash hits that contributed to certain motion pictures. Eclectic music listeners know that 2013 offered a wide variety of pop music hits. In a Billboard article, last year's pop music scene is compared to the music scene in 1984, when Stevie Wonder won an Academy Award for Best Original Song with "I Just Called To Say I Love You", which he wrote and produced.
Academy members who are songwriters and composers nominate artists for the Best Original Song award. The ultimate winners are chosen by the Academy membership as a whole. The rules are relatively simple; a song must appear in a motion picture from the previous year and the song cannot rely on sampled material.
This year at the Oscars, Pharrell Williams is competing with his smash hit "Happy", which is currently No. 2 on Billboard's Hot 100. The song is also the feature track from the film "Despicable Me 2", which was popular among younger audiences. U2 is also competing with their song "Ordinary Love", which was featured in "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" and garnered considerable chart attention. The awards air March 2nd and promise performances for music and movie lovers alike.


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What's evri1's opinion on Muse?
What's evri1's opinion on Muse?
Muse are awesome, did anyone see their performance at The Brits? i think the singers called matt, not sure, but he is AMAZING on guitar, hysteria is an amazing song. Im really desperate to get their album
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His name is Matt yes.
Muse is amazing
Muse is alright with me, not my all-time fav. band, but i can listen to them
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I LOVE Muse! I got their new album and listen to it all the time. My fave track has to be Stockholm Syndrome because the guitar on it is amazing. They are one of my fave bands at the moment i gotta say
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They're OK. A little harded would harm, though
BTW, Hysteria is nice, i like the video a lot.
Tu trembles, mon coeur?
Tu tremblerais davantage, si tu savais ou je te mene.
I just found this link wilst listening to "sing for absolution" (seriously)
I love muse
I saw a live show of them on MTV2 and matt is AMAZING on giutar Especially on "Hysteria" "Stockholme syndrome" and "Plug in baby"
Muse is awesome. I love their album, Absolution.
So... I'll keep searching for a place called home:
I'll rip my roots from this earth into the unknown.
Is it for the dreams I chased or the ones I caught?
This mystery, this misery is killing me.
So, now, I'll leave behind a murder scene.
My life isn't real; it's just a silhouette
and, when the sun goes down, I won't exist.
Yea muse are pretty cool. 'Stockholm Syndrome' is the best song on their newest album. Some of the songs are a bit depressing and slow though!
Yeah, I just saw their performance today when they aired the Brit Awards. I tuned in a little late so I didn't know who they were, but they sounded awesome!Originally posted by Reyes@Feb 25 2004, 03:26 PM
Muse are awesome, did anyone see their performance at The Brits? i think the singers called matt, not sure, but he is AMAZING on guitar, hysteria is an amazing song. Im really desperate to get their album
Muse are ok. I have their newest album somewhere. They aren't a band I could listen to for ages though.
MUSE 's one of my favourite bands
britrock 4ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Their songs are very impressive, touching and heavy at the same time.
Respect, MUSE!!!
Muse is a really good band, I really love them!
One of my favorite bands!!
I only know Hysteria and TIRO from them...
Hysteria is a crazy song.. one of my fav. songs of all time....
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Sat, 08/06/2011 - 07:35
Hello Everyone!
I am plannig my first Euro Trip, starting 1st march 2012- 22nd march 2012.
Fly into London- 4 days- ferry/fly to
Amsterdam- 3 days – fly to
Budapest- 2 days – road/rail to
Bratislava – 1 day – road/rail to
Vienna- 2 days – road/rail to
Prague- 3 days- road/rail to
Dresden – 1 day -road/rail to
Berlin – 3 days – Fly to
St. Petersburg – 3 days fly out
Total – 22 days!
Budget: Approx $ 3000 pp
We will be 4 of us travelling together!
Please give suggestions for time of year chosen, Itinerary & days per city.
Q- Is it possible/recommended to rent a car at Budapest and drop off at Berlin- or will it turn out to be too expensive?
Any other suggestions also welcome.
I am leaving from Mumbai with $3000 for 22 days
London, Amsterdam, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Prague, Dresden, Berlin, Saint-Petersburg
London, Amsterdam, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Prague, Dresden, Berlin, Saint-Petersburg
Sat, 08/06/2011 - 14:12#1
In March in mostly northern Europe, you will probably experience very cool weather and frequent rain. On the other hand, you will probably find lower prices than in the high season (Summer). You will be too early for the famed tulips in Amsterdam, but there is plenty to see there besides tulips. You can look up the cost of car rental, but usually there is a substantial cost for dropping it off in another country than where you rented. Also, many rental cars are very small, so for four people and luggage, you will probably have to get a more expensive larger car. My own preference is to take trains; since large train stations usually have bakeries and even supermarkets, we just buy food there and have a picnic on the train (train food costs more). You could perhaps save a bit (look up the costs) by renting a car, as you would have to buy four train tickets, but you would also have to pay for gas, parking, and tolls, so you have to research a lot to find what the best solution for you is.
My advice for a first trip, since you don't have experience yet, would be to limit yourself to fewer places, perhaps three countries in three weeks. Many would disagree with that, but I think there is a lot to learn for a novice traveler, so I would try to simplify the first trip.
I also like to stay in one location longer than a few days, as it gives me time to learn more about it. I do take day trips, such as to Pisa from Florence, while staying in Florence. Each relocation takes up a lot of time with packing, checking out, transportation, finding and checking into you new lodgings, and unpacking. Many people also disagree with this.
In St. Petersburg you will find short days and long nights. We stayed there four days, which was a mistake because we didn't have time to see all we wanted, but then we spend more time than most in art museums (The Hermitage sells a two-day pass and we took full advantage of it).
Enjoy your trip.
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Sat, 08/06/2011 - 14:24#2
I'd spend 3 days in Bratislava and visit Vienna as a day trip, although the transportation connections are better for Vienna.
I don't know what kind of issues are involved for you, but Russia involves a Visa for Americans. The visa process is expensive and time consuming. Russia is also a very expensive place to visit. While I highly recommend St. Petersburg, I'm not sure it will work in this fairly short and moderate budget (not sure what your $4000) includes) trip.
You should be able to rent a car in Budapest and if 4 of you split the cost it will be reasonable. Each country you drive in adds expense. Renting in one country and dropping off in another adds expense. Each additional driver adds expense. Drivers under age 25 and particularly under age 21 add expense. If you are all under 21 it may be impossible or prohibitively expensive to rent. An option would be an overnight train.
Sun, 08/07/2011 - 02:31#3
i love prague one of if not the prettiest city in europe, although i love all that old worldy cobble stone street stuff! Amsterdam fantastic do the heiniken brewery tour. 1 day is enough for bratislava i think, cesky krumlov is good to see about 2.5 hrs south of prague worth a night
Sun, 08/07/2011 - 09:07#4
Thank you guys for your suggestions!
I am checking out the car rental costs, will post them up once i have some more details!
the fact that 4of us will be splitting the cost of the car, is what might just make it equivalent to train travel..
We all are between 25-28!
Luckily for Indian's the Russian visa is not much of an issue nor expensive.
your posts are making me think that maybe i should cut down on St. Petersburg and use those 3 days anywhere between Budapest to Berlin! (BUT IV SOOO WANTED TO VISIT S.P)
I know its close to the end of winter time- So i doubt there will be heavy snow in any of the places i plan to go that will restrict my sightseeing..
Besides, its more of a reason to have a few shots of tequilla every few hours!
Anyone feels i can carry out as planned?
I am leaving from Mumbai with $3000 for 22 days
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Fat is your body's way of storing energy. Your body's energy currency is calories. Some people have large stores - lots of extra calories stored as fat. And some people have very small stores – they are lean.
A simplified explanation: When you take-in more energy than you spend, there is some left over which automatically goes into storage (fat). So if you want to shrink your storage and get lean, you have to spend more energy (calories) than you intake.
First we'll look at how we take-in and spend calories each day. Then we'll briefly look at what we can do to take-in less and spend more. We won't go into too many details because this is an introductory article, but you can find more information in articles that follow.
We take-in energy by eating and drinking. It can be summarized in one word: nutrition.
We spend energy is several ways each day, so here are the 5 basic ways we spend energy.
- Basic Metabolic Rate - This is the amount of energy your body uses in basic body functions like breathing, heart-beat and digestion. The more muscle you have, the higher your BMR. So a little more muscle keeps your metabolic engine running higher all day long.
- Thermic Effect of Food – This is the amount of energy it takes to digest food. Proteins have a higher thermic effect than carbohydrates or fats. It means if you eat 10 calories or protein, it takes 3 calories to digest the protein, so you only gain 7 calories.
- Everyday Activities – Walking, standing around, dancing, shopping, etc…..everything you do burns calories. So your lifestyle choices make a huge difference in how many calories you burn each day.
- Heavy Physical Activity – Sports, exercise and some jobs. These activities burn the most calories per hour. When considering exercise, it is important to consider both cardio and weight (resistance) training. Weight training builds muscle and burns lots of calories. Remember that muscle mass increases BMR which burns calories all day long – even when you are not exercising.
- Post Exercise Afterburn Effect – This describes the increased metabolic rate that is observed after you have finished your workout. It is greatest after intense workouts and especially after weight training. This is why weight training is as important as cardio for losing weight.
To lose weight, we must take-in fewer calories than we spend each week.
Let's break it down:
Taking-in fewer calories is simple but not easy for most people. We live in a culture of excess and convenience. Still it is possible for someone who is determined to look and feel great to reduce the calorie intake and still stay satisfied all day long. There are many articles and books written on the subject. My next article will be about nutrition and conscious eating. Please look for it in the coming weeks.
We have many ways to spend calories, and each of them can be tweaked to maximize our fat-burning:
- Basic Metabolic Rate – BMR represents 60% of your total daily calorie burning because you are doing it all day long. The best way to increase BMR is to increase muscle mass by resistance training with weights.
- Thermic Effect – The best way to make use of the thermic effect is to eat high-protein foods. I am not talking about a protein diet fad. I am talking about a balanced diet that is high in protein. Each day you should eat 1 gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight.
- Everyday Activities – Going for a walk, gardening and recreational sports are a great way to have fun and burn calories at the same time. The human body evolved over thousands of years to move around and get lots of physical activity. We are simply not designed to sit on the couch and watch TV all afternoon.
- Heavy Physical Activity – This is a no-brainer. Have you ever seen an overweight professional soccer player? One important note here is to stress the benefits of weight training. Some people are afraid to use weights because they don't want to get big and bulky. Don't worry – it won't happen unless you make that your goal. Weight training is probably the best and most underestimated way to lose weight because of direct calorie burning, elevation of BMR and post-exercise afterburn effect.
- Post Exercise Afterburn – The afterburn effect is greatest when your body is in 'recovering' from micro-trauma that you cause during an intense workout. That is why weight training and intense cardio (called high-intensity-interval-training) can cause the afterburn effect. Those people you see casually walking on the treadmill while reading a magazine are not burning nearly as many calories as someone who is running their tail off. And there is not afterburn effect from walking. You have to push yourself hard during a workout to achieve the afterburn, but it is a great tool for someone who is trying to lose weight.
- Fat is stored energy = (calories in) – (calories burned)
- Reduce caloric intake by learning about nutrition and healthy eating.
- Increase caloric expenditure in each of the 5 categories above.
If you can reduce your intake and increase your expenditure, you can easily and safely lose up to 2 pounds per week. It is important to keep a written record. If you can, be accountable by asking some to keep track for you. Better yet, ask someone to join you in your quest for a healthier happier lifestyle.
If you lose weight too quickly, there is a good chance that you are losing water and lean muscle tissue. The problem is that you will most likely gain it back just as quickly. This is an example of when slow and steady wins the race. Two pounds per week is a realistic goal that you can chart and stay inspired by your own progress.
Stay tuned for my next article on nutrition and conscious eating, which will make it easy to drop your caloric intake and still be satisfied all day. Don't worry - It's not another diet. Extreme diets don't work in the long-term.
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Kim Kanala Captures First Career League Title
2010-11: Took fifth in the 10,000-meter run at the C-USA Outdoor Championships ... Was the squad's top performer in the 5,000 and 10,000-meter events ... Took third place at the Charlotte Invitational in the 5,000 ... Did not compete during the indoor season.
2009-10: Contributed in the mile and 3,000-meter run during the indoor season ... Captured second place in the 3,000 at the UNC Classic in the 3,000 with a time of 10:16.51 ... Was the team's top performer in the outdoor 3,000, running a 10:10.50 at the Quad Meet to earn third place ... Finished ninth at the C-USA Outdoor Championships in the 10,000-meter run with a time of 37:01.44 ... Ran in five cross country meets, coming in first on the squad in the final three of the season ... Named to the Conference USA All-Academic Team ... Selected as East Carolina's most valuable runner ... Paired with classmate Amanda Lapp to turn in a 36:21.9 time and second-place finish in the season-opening Campbell Invitational 4,800-meter relay ... Came in 14th out of 119 with a career-best 5K time of 18:37 at the Great American Cross Country Festival ... Paced the squad at the Penn State Nationals with the 18th-best 6K in school history of 22:44, good for 74th place ... Jumped 22 spots from 2008 finish at the Conference USA Championship to come in 23rd with a 19:23.3 time in the 5K ... Was the Pirates' top finisher at the NCAA Southeast Regional and placed 67th out of 237 with a career-best 22:17.43 time in the 6K ... That time was the 12th-best 6K in program history.
2008-09: Proved to be one of the most versatile athletes on the squad, participating in the 800, 1,500, 3,000, 5,000 and 10,000-meter events ... Highlight of the outdoor season was at the C-USA Outdoor Championships where she took seventh in the 10,000-meters with a time of 37:48.31.
High School: Cross Country: Three-time state meet participant ... Regional champion as a senior ... Northwestern 4A fall Athlete-of-the-Year and Runner-of-the-Year ... Conference champion and Runner-of-the-Year as a junior and senior ... Team Most Valuable Runner all four years ... Track and Field: Conference Outdoor Track Athlete-of-the-Year and Caldwell County Track Athlete-of-the-Year as a junior ... Four-time team Most Valuable Track Athlete Outdoor and three-time Most Valuable Track Athlete indoor ... Three-time all-region selection.
Personal: Intended academic major is nursing ... Daughter of Teddy and Robin Wilson ... Full name is Tara Dawn Wilson ... Has one brother, Derek ... Earned N.C. Scholar, Caldwell County Scholar, Junior Marshall and Academic Excellence recognition in high school.


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I promise this will make a huge difference! I start making piles at least two days and ideally three days before departure. You will arrive at your destination more prepared since getting started early allows you to remember things over time and you will reach your destination less weighed down by impulsive items thrown in at the last minute. Plus, I don't know about you, but whenever I am forced to pack the night before I find it impossible to fall asleep, adversely affecting the next day and making traveling all that more exhausting.
I'm not suggesting you live out of a suitcase but there are certain things that I just leave packed and ready for the next trip. Most importantly a dop kit and make-up bag that I replenish each time I return home from a trip. I just leave them packed and ready, despite the double up in cosmetics / sundries. I never arrive at my destination without some essential like contact solution or deodorant.
If you have kids, avoid the midnight run to the pharmacy in a strange town by keeping a kit of travel-size emergency items like baby ibuprofen, aloe, and thermometer all packed and ready too. I also keep travel size games, etc. in a special place in my closet so they are out of daily circulation and they can be fresh / interesting to the kids on trips.
I have young children, so it's hard to top the sand and water combo as a destination that pleases everyone. We spend a lot of time at my family's lakeside cabin in Osceola, WI (a painless 75 minute drive). Last summer, we did a "surf and turf" vacation and spent half our time at the New Jersey shore and the other half in New York City. It was the best trip! My husband and I both love to travel, so we are eager to take them to foreign lands as well.
Meanwhile, we are also happy to pack a picnic dinner and head down to Lake Harriet on a hot summer night. For a quick overnight getaway within the metro area, I'm planning to try the adorable log "Camper Cabins" at Baker Park that rent for only $50 a night.
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I just found the article "Demystifing Mentring" from Amy Gallo on the Harvard Business Review. She points out the following "myths" about mentoring and follows up with some useful do's and don'ts. Here's my thoughts on her Myths. Myth #1: You have to find one perfect mentor I agree, this one's a myth! You will […]
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Monday, 14 March 2011
Let's talk about apprenticeship at IxDA'11
Thursday, 13 January 2011
If you're going to the Interaction Design Association conference, Interactions '11, I'd love to meet you!
How do we grow the next generation of UX talent?
Friday, 24 December 2010
How can we create work that's appropriate for a new interaction designer as they gain the full compliment of skills? I've observed that there's often a mismatch between academic programs and the demands of employment in the field. As an employer of interaction designers, I've had difficulty finding people who have a work-ready skill set right out of school. Most often, it takes a couple years working in a professional environment before someone picks up the necessary combination of design thinking skills, tools use, collaboration and facilitation skills, client interaction and project management, and general knowledge of how the business world works. When evaluating an applicant, I want to see their process and approach as well as finished work. Most junior level jobs only expose someone to pieces of a project, and don't provide opportunities to experience the end-to-end process of finding insight, creating a concept, constructing a prototype or other artifact and validating that with actual users. It's even less common that someone's had that chance to do that work as part of a collaborative balanced team.
What if we could treat apprenticeship as a form of entrepreneurial exercise? The apprentice creates a portfolio piece that follows an idea from research and concept identification to visualization and validation. With that as a basis, we'd just have to figure out how to extend that individual practice into an ability to participate as a part of cross-functional team. Ideally, we could create cross-functional teams and mentor THEM, but would that still be considered apprenticeship, or an incubator?
Boon Chew on "why we need UX apprenticeships"
Friday, 24 December 2010
While I was in London a few weeks ago, I had an excellent chat (in an excellent pub) with Ian Fenn @ifenn and Boon Yew Chew @jaremfan about the importance of mentor/apprentice relationships. We're all exploring these issues in our own practice, so it was a real pleasure to talk to other people who are […]
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In a recent HBR article, Priscilla Claman writes that mentors are old-fashioned and recommends you form a "board of directors for your career, a group of people you consult regularly to get advice and feedback." Is this true, or has the role of the mentor simply changed, along with changes in the nature of the work we do?


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Meltdown (GTA IV)
Niko Bellic about to kill Luca Silvestri on orders for Ray Boccino.
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Meltdown is a mission in Grand Theft Auto IV. The diamonds obtained from the previous mission were never delivered to Ray Boccino. Believing Luca and his friends are to blame, he sends Niko Bellic to Castle Gardens to retrieve the diamonds from them.
Niko arrives at Drusilla's to get more work from Ray. However when Niko arrives, Ray suggests that Niko may have been involved in the reason his diamonds haven't been returned yet. Niko states that if Ray really thought Niko was involved he wouldn't be standing before him. Ray agrees, and sends Niko to retrieve the diamonds from Luca Silvestri and his buddies, who hang out around Castle Gardens.
Niko finds Luca's car in Castle Gardens. As he approachs, they can be overheard discussing a trip to Las Venturas. Niko confronts them about the missing diamonds, but Luca feigns innocence and claims he gave them to Ray. Taking offense to Niko, Tunafish insults him and then speeds away. Niko steals a nearby Banshee and chases Luca through the streets of Algonquin and Star Junction until Luca's car eventually crashes outside the Middle Park bathrooms.
Luca, Johnny Spaz, Tunafish, and an unnamed assosiate escape on foot and flee from the wrecked car. Niko kills the unnamed assosiate, Johnny Spaz, and Tunafish before making his way into the bathrooms where Luca had fled. Niko shoots open the locks of the bathrooms stall doors until he eventually finds the one Luca is hiding in. Luca attempts to bribe Niko with a cut of the diamonds in return for sparing his life, but Niko executes him with a shot to the neck.
Afterwards, Niko calls Ray only to find out that his job was to simply just retrieve the diamonds, not kill Luca. Niko brushes it off and then meets Ray on the overpass bridge in Middle Park where he gives back the diamonds.
- The traffic in this mission is pre-scripted to create a better dangerous high speed chase experience.


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Jk Force Power Question.
Hi there,
I have a quick question - In JK DFII, when you complete a level and you're selecting what force powers you want, can you save extra stars for when future force powers become available or do you lose them if you don't use them all?
Thanks in advance.
You shouldn't lose your stars. You earned them, after all. :)
Well I tested it. Before I began Fallen City, I had 3 points to use and only Force Speed to select from, so I put 1 Star out of the 3 on it. I completed Fallen City and I didn't get any stars for the next Force Selection screen... Don't know if you're supposed to get Stars there or not, all I know is I didn't get any =P.
EDIT: I used all my Stars before Fallen City this time and found 6/6 secrets during the level and only got 1 Star instead of 2 or 3. Is this normal?
yes it will save your stars from before
also you get a bonus star if you find all the secrets in each level
Yup, if you don't assign your stars when you get them you can use them later (and it's a good idea to save a few to assign to the powers you'll want later)
Cyne, I don't remember about fallen city, but some lvls just give you 1 star if you find all the secrets (and none if you don't), some other lvls give you 2/3 stars.
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What's the most efficient way to kill an Iron Golem? Should I try killing it with sharp pointy things? Should I set up traps to do the work for me?
The Wiki says:
So, I tested.
19 hits from Iron Sword (aprox 19 seconds based on 1 hit/second.)
Fire: I dropped a Iron Golem into an enclosed area with a floor on fire. The golem lasted for a good 60 seconds plus before dieing.
Lava: The Iron Golem was dropped into a 1-block deep area of lava. He lasted 13 seconds.
Cacti: Dropped into a pit full of cacti. Around 25 seconds.
Suffocating: Created in a 3x3 hold and then used pistons to squish them in - around 25 seconds.
The verdict is: Using your own default weapons (swords and bows/arrows) are highly effective, and are encouraged. Using lava may be risky; setting up the trap takes time, but just going all out on an Iron Golem should do the trick. Enchantments may also speed up the time it takes to kill one of them.
Like most mobs, the easiest way is suffocation. Once you've captured your golem in a trap, just piston a block into its head and it will die very quickly.
Here's a good tutorial for making such a farm:
Carry a bucket of lava. Place lava in the square in which the golem stands, not on the golem directly. Use the bucket to collect the lava once the golem starts to burn to keep the lava from spreading. You may need to apply the lava a few times to finish off the golem.
Note that burning golems can set other things on fire sometimes. I've found this to be uncommon and manageable, but probably also depends on the village. You can extinguish flames that happen to start on buildings.
I've done this in 1.7.2 and it will not generate agro. You can also kill villagers this way without upsetting the golems.


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Ive been trying to configure my postfix with virtual users, but I have a problem, with my port 25 on the client nothing works, so, if i change /etc/postfix/master.cf and i change
smtp inet n - - - - smtpd
26 inet n - - - - smpt , it works, read the mails I sent before set that port and I can send mails, but later, if I send more mails, it just dont get them... but I still can send.
I tried with the port 587 but I still have that problem. I really dont know whats wrong.
I created a mx register that points to mydomain.com (instead m.mydomain.com or mail.mydomain.com)
When I test the configuration on my client (Outlook) it doesnt show any errors, like if would be reading all, but I guess when I change the port the connection is being refused
Here is what i set on my postfix/main.cf
myhostname = mydomain.com
alias_maps = hash:/etc/aliases
alias_database = hash:/etc/aliases
myorigin = /etc/mailname
mydestination =
relayhost =
mynetworks = 127.0.0.0/8 192.168.1.0/24 [::ffff:127.0.0.0]/104 [::1]/128
mailbox_size_limit = 0
recipient_delimiter = +
inet_interfaces = all
html_directory = /usr/share/doc/postfix/html
virtual_alias_domains =
virtual_alias_maps = proxy:mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_forwardings.cf, mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_email2email.cf
virtual_mailbox_domains = proxy:mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_domains.cf
virtual_mailbox_maps = proxy:mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_mailboxes.cf
virtual_mailbox_base = /home/vmail
virtual_uid_maps = static:5000
virtual_gid_maps = static:5000
smtpd_sasl_auth_enable = yes
broken_sasl_auth_clients = yes
smtpd_sasl_authenticated_header = yes
smtpd_recipient_restrictions = permit_mynetworks, permit_sasl_authenticated, reject_unauth_destination
transport_maps = proxy:mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_transports.cf
virtual_create_maildirsize = yes
virtual_maildir_extended = yes
virtual_mailbox_limit_maps = proxy:mysql:/etc/postfix/mysql-virtual_mailbox_limit_maps.cf
virtual_mailbox_limit_override = yes
virtual_maildir_limit_message = "The user you are trying to reach is over quota."
virtual_overquota_bounce = yes
proxy_read_maps = $local_recipient_maps $mydestination $virtual_alias_maps $virtual_alias_domains $virtual_mailbox_maps $virtual_mailbox_domains $relay_recipient_maps $relay_domains $canonical_maps $sender_canonical_maps $recipient_canon$
content_filter = amavis:[127.0.0.1]:10024
receive_override_options = no_address_mappings
I checked my ports 587 and 110 and they both return they are opened.
Any idea about this issue?
I moved to the port 25 again, it receives very good.. but cant send, im sending on webmail, makes me think its a policy of isp (due port 25) still, when I change the port to 587 sends but doesnt receive (which has no sense, port 110 to download should be working).


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