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In short: Loved itIn full: I loved everything about this race. I arrived an hour and a half before the start of the race as the organisers had asked people to arrive early and had no problem getting parked or collecting my race number. The marathon route was stunning, undulating throughout but not difficult. Marshalls were friendly and supportive and the route was well marked, although there was an absence of mile markers after 20 miles. The fabulous medal and technical t shirt finished off a great day.Date of review: September 14, 2015
In short: Brilliant raceIn full: Great organisation before, during and after the race. Fantastic atmosphere the whole way round. Great medal and technical t shirt. Perfect race!Date of review: May 2, 2015
In short: Brilliant raceIn full: Really well organised and friendly race. Course is gorgeous and mostly gently undulating with the worst of the hills in the last few miles. Lots of drink stations, oranges, jelly babies given out by friendly marshalls. Although most of the runners seemed to be from clubs, this race has such a friendly atmosphere that everyone feels welcome.Can't wait for next year.Date of review: July 6, 2014
In short: A favouriteIn full: We'll organised run with a fantastic atmosphere. The hills are tough but the views at the top are worth it. Car parking was a problem this year with the car park full when I got there at 9.30 so had to find a space in the neighbouring residential area (the residents weren't too pleased!).Will be back next yearDate of review: May 5, 2014
In short: Excellent raceIn full: Really well organised race, but what makes it great is the support from locals. They are awesome! The route is mainly uphill for the first 5 miles, then undulating for another 4-5 miles, then downhill or flat to the finish. A fairly tough race but the support makes you forget the pain!Date of review: March 24, 2014
In short: A favourite!In full: This is the third time I have done this race and it continues to be one of my favourites. The route is fairly flat with a few undulations mainly in the first 4 miles. Support is fabulous and the organisation and marshalling was also good.Only slight criticism is the start area gets very crowded with queues for the loos and people walk to and from the bag drop area. There must be a better way of arranging this, maybe by barring non-runners from the start area.Otherwise a great race.Date of review: February 28, 2014
In full: Lovely course over a slightly undulating route on a mixture of rural and urban roads. Last 2km are downhill so a nice speedy finish. Nice mix of club and fun runners and the atmosphere is very welcoming to new runners.Not sure what happened with the traffic management this year but traffic was getting very close to runners during the last 1km and it was difficult to overtake other runners safely as the cars were driving so close. There was also a bus trying to pull over to pick up passengers while runners were running alongside it which was a bit heart stopping. Otherwise a great race, but please no more mugs!Date of review: February 9, 2014
In short: Loved itIn full: A really well organised event. Lovely scenic route on closed country lanes with great support from locals and marshalls. The course is undulating particularly in the last few miles but nothing too challenging (I got a PB!). Will be back next year.Date of review: September 23, 2013
In short: Wow!In full: My first time of running this race and I was seriously impressed. Excellent organisation made the whole event faultless. Breathtaking scenery around Bewl reservoir and a mildly undulating course with the worst of the hills in the last mile. Marshalls, locals and walkers all very encouraging and supportive. Chilled water and lucozade at regular intervals around the course, and hose showers which were very welcome on what was a very hot day. Loved it.Date of review: July 7, 2013
In full: Very scenic route with lovely views from the top of hills which make the climbs worthwhile. Very friendly marshalls and a good mix of runners made for a really fun race. Could have done with Butser Hill being a few miles in on warmed up legs but it was also nice knowing the worst of the hills was out of the way! Real shame that only marathon medals and t shirts were given out as I feel like a bit of a fraud having only done the half marathon and there were enough people doing that distance to justify t shirts at least. Also, only water available at drinks stations which are few and far between so if I did it again I would take my own drink too.Date of review: June 8, 2013
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Judge denies bail in child torture case
ESCANABA – One of two suspects accused of abusing and torturing a 15-year-old Escanaba boy, appeared in court Friday during a motions hearing to consider denying bail for both defendants.
Carl James Pellinen, 47, of Escanaba, sat with his wrists handcuffed on his lap in Delta County District Court while Judge Robert Goebel Jr. considered the request from the prosecution.
Pellinen and co-defendant Susan Marie Bardo, 46, the victim's mother and Pellinen's girlfriend, are charged with first-degree child abuse, first-degree criminal sexual conduct, and torture, all life felonies. Bardo chose not to appear in court for Friday's motions hearing.
Delta County Prosecutor Steve Parks submitted the request to the court to deny bail and not allow pretrial release. Both defendants have been lodged in the county jail in lieu of a $50,000 cash bond each.
Parks told the court the defendants are a danger to children. He also said investigation continues into the victim's allegations as well as other possible acts of abuse.
Parks based his request to deny bail on a report from Child Protective Services which he said "lays out the facts" especially those relating to alleged criminal sexual conduct.
According to Michigan statutes, the court can deny pretrial release or deny bond if guilt is evident in cases of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Parks said the victim's statements incriminate both defendants.
If bond cannot be denied, Parks requested it be raised substantially to $250,000 each.
Attorney John Filoramo, representing Bardo, said his client will live with whatever bond is set but he did ask the court not to set the bond so high.
Attorney Elizabeth LaCosse, representing Pellinen, stated via a telephone conference call in court that she did not have all the documents in the case but said the $50,000 bond is beyond her client's ability to post.
Goebel ruled the court will deny any bail at all and ordered the two defendants be held in custody until any further court order. When the hearing was adjourned, a sheriff's deputy escorted Pellinen out of court and back to jail.
Escanaba Public Safety officers were dispatched April 12 to the home where Pellinen and Bardo resided. A relative of the teen had not seen the child for a while and requested police check on his welfare. When officers arrived at 1525 N. 20th St. they noticed windows on the house were blocked off with black plastic from the inside. After making contact with Bardo and Pellinen, police found the boy staying upstairs in an 8-by-10-foot room lined with tarps.
The teen was brought to the police department where he was interviewed about his living conditions during the past four years. He was later transported to OSF St. Francis Hospital for a medical evaluation. He is now under the care of Child Protective Services.
Bardo and Pellinen were arrested later that day after police interviewed them, conducted search warrants, and collected evidence from the residence.
Bardo and Pellinen are scheduled for a preliminary hearing in district court on Thursday. During a preliminary hearing, evidence is presented to the court to determine if there is probable cause a crime has been committed by a defendant. If there is probable cause, the case is forwarded to circuit court where a plea or trial may take place.
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Debates of May 1st, 2001
House of Commons Hansard #52 of the 37th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was chapter.
- National Child Benefit
- Trade
- Government Response To Petitions
- Business Of The House
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Committees Of The House
- Canada Labour Code
- Petitions
- Questions On The Order Paper
- Supply
- Business Of The House
- Supply
- Gold Mining
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Fresh Water Resources
- Children's Park
- Jeunes En Tête
- Veterans Affairs
- Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
- Quebec Cartier Mining Company
- Forum For Young Canadians
- Hepatitis C Month
- International Workers Day
- Nurses
- Emergency Preparedness Week
- Health
- Energy
- Canada Mortgage And Housing Corporation
- Immigration
- Food Inspection
- Business Development Bank Of Canada
- Space Shield
- Taxation
- Human Rights
- Gun Registry
- Business Development Bank Of Canada
- Treasury Board
- Employment Insurance
- National Defence
- Trade
- Foreign Affairs
- Victims Of Pyrite Damage
- Rural Development
- Agriculture
- Armenian People
- Business Development Bank Of Canada
- Presence In Gallery
- Point Of Order
- Petitions
- Supply
- Committees Of The House
- Message From The Senate
- Supply
- Message From The Senate
- Supply
- Division No. 79
- Division No. 80
- Canada Elections Act
- Division No. 81
- Eldorado Nuclear Limited Reorganization And Divestiture Act
- Division No. 82
- Charities Registration (Security Information) Act
- Division No. 83
- Farm Credit Corporation Act
- Division No. 84
- Business Of The House
- Criminal Code
- Modernization Of The Standing Orders Of The House Of Commons
Veterans Affairs
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Roy H. Bailey Souris—Moose Mountain, SK
Mr. Speaker, veterans' organizations across Canada are about to receive another slap in the face from the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
The heritage department controls all national museums but has for years ignored the Canadian War Museum.
After the battle with the department over the Holocaust display, a war museum advisory committee made up of veterans' groups was set up to make sure that veterans' wishes would never again be ignored.
However, once again the veterans were not consulted and the minister in charge has decided that the new war museum will not be built on the preferred location at Rockcliffe. Instead, she has unilaterally chosen a much smaller site at LeBreton Flats.
Why has the government shown such disdain in moving the site without consultation and with an increase in expenditures of tens of millions of dollars?
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Paddy Torsney Burlington, ON
Mr. Speaker, May is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. The MS Society of Canada continues to lead the way as our country's foremost voluntary agency, providing services to people with MS and their families and supporting an extensive research network.
This past year, with the help of generous Canadians, the MS Society raised more than $21 million for research and services. It funded an additional $3.2 million to 14 potentially ground breaking MS research projects and 36 research scholarships.
The MS Society is bringing research from the test tube to people living with MS and there are now treatments for some forms of MS.
I wish to tell colleagues that tomorrow carnations will be handed out and I ask hon. members to wear them as a symbol of their support for all these amazing volunteers right across the country and to support MS research and services.
I wish to congratulate all MS Society volunteers. They make an incredible difference in the real lives of Canadians.
Quebec Cartier Mining Company
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ghislain Fournier Manicouagan, QC
Mr. Speaker, on March 19, the Quebec Cartier Mining Company took its workers by surprise by announcing a lockout.
Yesterday morning, I was pleased to learn that production was gradually resuming, after more than 70% of the 1,700 employees voted in favour of the company's offer.
The new collective agreement introduces new ways of organizing the work, as well as financial improvements to earnings, pensions and employee benefits.
I know from experience that attaining such an agreement requires both parties to sit down at the same table and negotiate in good faith.
As the member for Manicouagan, I wish to congratulate all the employees, and the representatives of their union and of management. There are a number of other companies in Port-Cartier and Fermont who can take this agreement as their model.
Forum For Young Canadians
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Wayne Easter Malpeque, PE
Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today to recognize the outstanding program known as Forum for Young Canadians and the youth who participate.
The Forum for Young Canadians is a valuable educational program that brings young people from all parts of this great nation together to learn about our political process.
The forum provides a learning experience through participation, workshops, presentations and a mock parliament. It gives students real hands-on experience.
During the week's activities, friendships are developed among participants from all provinces of Canada, friendships that last a lifetime.
The forum is continuing its legacy of encouraging young people to get involved in their communities, to become leaders and, in turn, to become great citizens.
The benefits are enormous. These youths are the leaders of tomorrow and their individual and collective experience will lead to the development of an even greater nation.
Hepatitis C Month
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
James Lunney Nanaimo—Alberni, BC
Mr. Speaker, May is Hepatitis C Month in Canada. It is a time when we pause to reflect on the great human tragedy caused by tainted blood. We think of the families who have lost loved ones and we are reminded of those who struggle each day of their lives fighting this deadly disease.
Tragically, the government has victimized many for a second time by refusing compensation. I remind the health minister of his own words, "...I don't think that those claimants should have to spend their lifetime in litigation". Yet that is exactly what is happening.
Not only are those who were infected before 1986 being mistreated by the minister, many who were promised compensation have yet to be paid. They have been waiting for over three years. The minister's record on hep C is shameful.
I would like to commend the Mid-Island Hepatitis C Society, led by Sue White of Ladysmith, and my colleague, the member for Nanaimo—Cowichan, for organizing last year's first ever hepatitis C candlelight vigil in Nanaimo.
Again today vigils will take place across Canada remembering the victims and raising awareness of hepatitis C.
International Workers Day
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Judi Longfield Whitby—Ajax, ON
Mr. Speaker, today is International Workers Day. On behalf of all Canadians I would like to acknowledge and salute the efforts of the 15 million workers across the country. Today is a day to reflect upon the tremendous contribution of labour to the economic strength of Canada.
The Liberal government has always committed itself to policies such as employment insurance, job creation and training programs, which ensure prosperity for workers and all Canadians. Since this government has come to power, over 2 million new jobs have been created in Canada.
We believe that a strong workforce leads to a strong Canada. Today we would like to reinforce our support for all Canadians who work so hard every day to build this great society.
International Workers Day
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Pat Martin Winnipeg Centre, MB
Mr. Speaker, May 1 is the international day to recognize workers' rights to organize and bargain collectively.
On May 1, 1886, workers were gunned down in the Haymarket riots in Chicago while striking for the eight hour day. By 1889, the International Socialist Congress of Paris had designated May 1 as an eight hour holiday out of respect for its fallen comrades in Chicago. The tradition continues today.
Yet in many countries, including many of Canada's trading partners, basic workers' rights are just a dream. In Colombia, 3,000 trade union leaders have been murdered since 1987. Many other developing nations deny the most basic workers' rights, using violence, abuse and harassment.
On this May Day the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions calls upon the world for global support for basic, fundamental labour standards.
For those workers around the world who are still struggling for basic rights, I wish to remind them of the slogan of the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike: "The great only appear great when we are on our knees. Let us rise".
International Workers Day
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Monique Guay Laurentides, QC
Mr. Speaker, on this International Workers Day, I wish to stress the generous contribution of workers to the promotion of their rights and working conditions in our society.
Like them, I feel that labour laws must help in the fight against social injustice. However, that view is not shared by the Liberal government which, during the review of Part II of the Canada Labour Code, refused to include measures allowing for the preventative withdrawal of pregnant or nursing female workers.
This is why, this morning, I tabled in the House a bill to allow pregnant or nursing female workers to avail themselves of the Quebec legislation.
This will eliminate the disparities between the Quebec and Canadian legislation in that regard and ensure adequate protection for pregnant or nursing women by using the Quebec preventative withdrawal model.
This is a concrete and convincing way by which the Bloc Quebecois contributes to workers' social progress and acknowledges a positive measure in Quebec.
International Workers Day
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Gérard Binet Frontenac—Mégantic, QC
Mr. Speaker, today is an important day since we are celebrating the contribution of workers all over the world.
There are over 15 million workers in Canada, and each one of them makes a very important contribution to our country. We should never underestimate the role played by workers in the building of our society.
Workers are well treated in Canada, but we must be vigilant and continue to improve their working conditions.
Over two million jobs have been created in Canada since our government took office. This means that today we are celebrating the contribution of an even larger number of workers.
Workers have a special place in our society. Today, we celebrate their contribution to our economic and social growth.
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Progressive Conservative
Peter MacKay Pictou—Antigonish—Guysborough, NS
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the vital importance and significant contribution of Canada's nurses, who number in the tens of thousands.
These professionals are on the frontlines of our health care system and are called upon to provide medical assistance, care and comfort to our most vulnerable: children, the elderly and the terminally ill.
The sad reality for nurses in Canada is low wages, a lack of financial assistance and an aging workforce, as well as demanding physical requirements, resulting in an exodus from the profession and out of Canada as they pursue their careers in other countries.
The National Federation of Nurses' Unions and its president, Kathleen Connors, are calling upon the government to address these dire circumstances, specifically the need for whistleblower protection and financial assistance, perhaps through the EI program, to assist nurses nationally. Nova Scotia president Heather Henderson is working on behalf of nurses to address the growing crisis at hospitals and clinics throughout the province, including at St. Martha's, the Aberdeen and Sutherland Harris in my riding of Pictou—Antigonish—Guysborough.
While both St. FX and Dalhousie universities offer impressive programs for those wishing to study, the financial burden is onerous and job prospects and returns are grim. Nurses are the backbone of our health care profession. We have to encourage and assist those entering this rewarding profession.
Emergency Preparedness Week
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
John O'Reilly Haliburton—Victoria—Brock, ON
Mr. Speaker, in our day to day lives disasters may seem a distinct possibility. Yet natural disasters like floods, tornados, technological or environmental accidents such as chemical spills or disruptions to power and telecommunication services can strike anywhere and at any time.
That is why the Government of Canada through the office of critical infrastructure protection and emergency preparedness works in co-operation with other government departments, provincial and territorial governments, the private sector and non-governmental partners to promote the first full week of May as Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada.
The theme for this year's Emergency Preparedness Week is "Reducing the Risk: Toward Safer Communities in the 21st Century". In marking this special week from May 7 to May 13 emergency preparedness partners throughout Canada have organized a wide range of activities.
Being prepared starts with each and every one of us. I therefore urge my colleagues in the House of Commons and all Canadians to explore ways to help their families and their communities to become better prepared.
Oral Question Period
May 1st, 2001 / 2:15 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Stockwell Day Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, Canadians should be able to rely on the federal government to do a few things well in order to protect them, but apparently that is not even the case in terms of neglecting Canadians.
We have just found out today that Canada's physicians will now be relying on prescription drug warnings from the United States to protect Canadians from certain uses of certain prescription drugs. This is wrong. The government has only itself to blame for this state of affairs.
Will the Prime Minister explain to Canadians why Canadians cannot count on the government to protect them and have to rely on the United States?
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Etobicoke Centre
Allan Rock Minister of Health
Mr. Speaker, Canadians are justly proud of the quality of Health Canada's work in protecting their health and safety.
It is also clear that there is always room to improve. Last week a jury came back in an inquest in Toronto involving the tragic death of a 15 year old girl named Vanessa Young. That jury made recommendations on a variety of ways Health Canada can improve its surveillance of pharmaceutical drugs in the marketplace.
We have accepted all those recommendations. We will work in Health Canada and with our partners across the country to make it an even better system.
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Stockwell Day Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, the Canadian Medical Journal does not share the same confidence that indeed Canadians will be protected.
We want to know what specific steps the minister has shared with physicians, and to which they have agreed, that will protect Canadians. We want the specific steps and the agreement from the Canadian Medical Association.
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Etobicoke Centre
Allan Rock Minister of Health
Mr. Speaker, I have asked my officials to explore the possibility of Health Canada putting on its website for all Canadians including physicians any developments in relation to adverse drug reactions reported by the FDA or elsewhere in the world that is relevant to their use in Canada.
If it is found that is legally feasible, we will do it because we believe it is important to get up to the minute information available to Canadians, physicians and patients in relation to reactions to all medical drugs.


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A reflection that life-altering moments are often informed through faith and a conviction and willingness to submit to that faith — setting aside a life of certainty and proceeding without a road map.
A look back at the closest thing the early 20th century may have had to Oprah Winfrey. The flamboyant Pentecostal preacher Aimee Semple McPherson was a multimedia sensation and a powerful female religious leader long before most of Christianity considered such a thing. The contradictions and passions of her life are a window into the world of global Pentecostalism that touches as many as half a billion lives today.
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Margaret Poloma recommended to Krista that she read historian Mel Robeck's "readable and very good" entry on Sister Aimee's life and acts — a concise couple of pages well worth your time.
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.
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What I began to think about as the broadcast progressed (and in part due to the fact that one of the interviewees is from University of Pennsylvania, where I studied classics) is how Sister Aimee might fit into the larger context of women in the church throughout history. In particular, much of what I heard reminded me of St. Margaret of Scotland, who, in the 11th century, was at once a wife, mother, educator and reformer. Granted, she married into royalty, and so had by dint of circumstances a very different personal context. Moreover, St. Margaret's life could hardly be described as "flamboyant." Still, I think that she and Sister Aimee would have a very interesting dinner conversation.
Joining these two at dinner could also be St. Brigid (5th-6th century, http://www.roca.org/OA/107/107e.htm) and St. Macrina the Younger (4th century, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macrina_the_Younger) and, nearer to our time, Dorothy Day and Flannery O'Connor.
I have an intuition that Sister Aimee, among these luminaries, would undoubtedly raise an eyebrow, perhaps two, every now and again. Still, there is a significance and substance among all of them that is at once illuminating, inspiring and worth knowing.
I came in a bit late, but the question of "how far are you willing to go?" is a question I wrestle with in between dishes and meditation. My beloved Guru lost much in her God-intoxication, only to emerge with an extraordinary capacity to serve, teach and a capacity to embrace without judgment. Indeed, when your lover is God, what won't you surrender for that? What will you? - Thank you Krista! Namaste, Saivite
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This is why I love your church!Truelly catebreling Jesus.My husbands exacts words after the first Power and Praise night we attended were I feel like I was just at a Jesus party .Its moving freely in the Holy Spirit,I wish more churches would allow that.The sermons are so well absorbed(at least for me)when humour is thrown in.The fun and enthusiastic energy you have while preaching Gods word trickles into the congergation..I love that!And yes,wont it be a party once we reach heaven!Something I am so looking forward to one day,to party with my loved ones already there and Jesus himself ..
This is a good presentation.
This is a good presentation. Overall I recommend its viewing. It is a bit thin, as with other presentations are on the 1926 kidnapping, which seem to work to preserve the mystery rather than really working to get at the behind the scenes facts.
I found the 1926 disappearance incident quite disturbing and to a lesser extent her alleged affairs. A person embed with the healing power of God to assist 10's of thousands; more persons witnessed healed by secular observers than anyone before or since in history, did not make sense to me. How could she have this level of immorality and yet remain, among other things, an effective minister and faith healer, even to the end of her days? I investigated the situation and there are some interesting facts to consider:
--Until the 1930's when the FBI became actively involved in kidnapping cases, the local authorities were responsible for investigating, with all the political debris that may imply of the LA Police Department.
-- McPherson, according to journalist from New York, H. L. Mencken, sent to cover the 1926 grand jury inquiry determined the evangelist was being persecuted by two powerful Los Angeles city groups. The "town clergy" were concerned she was taking too many of their congregants and did not like her theatrical style in presenting the Gospel. The other was "the Babbits", the power elite of California. McPherson's strong stand on Bible fundamentalism and "against evolution" in the public classroom was not popular with them.
--The Los Angeles law enforcement was actually originally empathetic with McPherson's story. But inexplicably, when the grand jury inquiry began in earnest, they were no longer interested in seriously pursuing a possible kidnapping and instead tried hard to prove McPherson's story false trying to show she was involved with a married man in a cottage in Carmel-by-the-Sea..
--Faulty eyewitness accounts against McPherson were on the front-page news headlines, while evidence supporting her was on the back pages, if printed at all.
--The grand jury investigation aided by newspapers and their hundreds of reporters, spent $500,000 (around 6.4 million in 2013 cash), all to prove McPherson's story false. They ended up dropping the case for lack of evidence.
-- The newspapers made lots of money on the 1926 disappearance controversy. LOTS.
--Few paid any attention to Kenneth Ormiston, her supposed Carmel lover. He stated his name "connected to the evangelist was a gross insult to a noble and sincere woman." He admitted to having an affair there at the time and sold his story to the NY Times. The mistress, though, was Elizabeth Tovey.
--In 1990 The Court of Historical Review and Appeal in San Francisco, which holds no legal authority, is made up of members of the bench handed down regarding the matter of McPherson's kidnapping story. "there was never any substantial evidence to show that her story was untrue.
---her alleged affairs (most supposedly taking place in the 1930's): Stuff of old ladies leaning on backyard fences and gossiping. Nothing that anyone can put their finger on.
Referencing biographies
1. Raymond L. Cox: The Verdict is In 1983
2. Daniel Mark Epstein Sister Aimee: The Life of Aimee Semple McPherson 1994
3. Edith L Blumhofer: Aimee Semple McPherson Everybody's Sister 1993
4. Matthew Avery Sutton: Aimee Semple McPherson and the Resurrection of Christian America. 2007


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Watch events live from the U.S. Center in Copenhagen. Follow the U.S. Center on YouTube and Flickr.About the Author: Susan Elbow serves at the U.S. Mission to the European Union. She is currently on assignment at the U.S. Center in Copenhagen."Hi, this is Susan Elbow at the United Nations Conference on Climate Change here in Copenhagen. Today, I'm standing in front of an information kiosk. It's one of many that are throughout this huge conference center. On it is all of the information about all of the events taking place though the course of the day. It has information about the dozens of events taking place at the U.S. Center. Virtually every government, every business, every non-governmental organization has events going on during the conference.
This weekend, I went to something called BrightGreen. It was a huge trade show featuring what business has to offer in the areas of energy efficiency and alternative energy technology to help us all deal with the issue of climate change. Whatever agreement is reached here in Copenhagen, we know in order to meet the goals set by that agreement, we are going to require technology and a lot of technology that may not exist today. Energy Secretary Chu was speaking today over at the U.S. Center, and it was a message that he echoed. He said we need game-changing technology and with the right government policies and investments, we will get it. We still have four days left of the conference, so check in with me again tomorrow as I bring you information about all the activities and events taking place here."Follow the U.S. Center on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube here.
Zharkov in U.S.A. writes:
One notices that it is business - the private sector - that offers all the new technology and products for energy efficiency, and not government officials.
The public sector generates huge amounts of CO2 and pollution without the offsetting benefit of new products or new technology.
A measurable reduction of CO2 could result from a dramatic reduction in government agencies, world conferences, and U.N. meetings. Fighting "climate change" involves a reduction in government with a smaller military.
In coordination with China's suggestion, perhaps we should try a "one employee per government agency" policy to reduce the carbon footprint of government. I think this could save the earth and protect liberty for those who desire it.
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What China says? Who cares? Read from the source. Why don't you try one of the best bookstores in the world?
Then you'll understand the difference between footprints and fingerprints (CSI).
I'd start with -The FBI: A Centennial History, 1908-2008. This new coffee-table history of the FBI, celebrating the Bureau's 100th anniversary, is something anyone would enjoy giving or receiving as gift-.
There are plenty of other interesting books too. Actually, I bought some for Christmas presents. Great books for thought! Great bookstore!
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I just haven't felt like blogging lately … But, here I go. Alan's in France for the weekend, leaving me and the bebe some quality time (snark). Bebe actually fell asleep around 9:30pm. Woke up at 10:45 and has been sleeping since. So, I did the dishes, unloaded the drying and ran another load of clothes. I am proud of myself! Hopefully I can have the house looking less shambly by the time Alan gets back. THAT would be nice! So, I think I need to go to bed now before the next round of bebe. Maybe I will watch a movie .. in bed! (Alan hates when I do that lol). I rented "Carnivale" from the video mart. Oh, and I went shopping today! There was a huge sale at the NEX and I bought a ton of 12/18 month stuff for bebe. A lot of Tommy Hilfiger was to be had lol … Got Alan and outfit also, but couldnt find anything for me of course. Nothing in my size is ever at the NEX. Well, I guess that's it for now. Yeah, for babbly postings 😉
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A friend recently dispelled any concerns I had about the importance of this topic when he sent me a link to a popular website promoting fasting. A self-appointed fasting guru gladly tells readers how to fast, when to fast, what to eat—and oh by the way, would you please post a favorable review of my book at amazon.com?
How bad is that website? Really bad. In the name of biblical fasting, you can find advice on "Tasty Breakfasts," "Savory Soups," and "Satisfying Casseroles." If you can stomach still more, the author will treat you to gems like this in the comments section:
Semolina is a processed flour and the bran and germ have been removed leaving the starchy endosperm, so it's not allowed on [the fast]. Stick with simple whole wheat pasta.
Semolina is a processed flour and the bran and germ have been removed leaving the starchy endosperm, so it's not allowed on [the fast]. Stick with simple whole wheat pasta.
You can't make this stuff up.
Trust me: a teacher alerting you to the dark dangers of semolina and starchy endosperm is nowhere near the galaxy that is remotely connected to what God means by what He says in His Word.
What's sad is the effect these self-appointed authorities have on those who follow them. They bind consciences with false guilt. Setting themselves up as judges of what goes into your mouth, they oppose our Lord Jesus Christ, who declared all foods clean and said that nothing should be rejected if it is received with gratitude (Mark 7:19; 1 Timothy 4:1-5).
I won't convince such hucksters to abandon their teaching—not when they are literally hawking their books to passersby. But if providence has brought you to this blog today, perhaps the Scriptures can set you free from bad teaching or enable you to help someone who has been deluded.
Our goal here today is not to regulate your diet, but to think biblically about fasting by looking further at the New Testament.
First summary: The New Testament leaves the details of fasting to the discretion of the believer and even de-emphasizes fasting in the progress of revelation.
First summary: The New Testament leaves the details of fasting to the discretion of the believer and even de-emphasizes fasting in the progress of revelation.
When Jesus taught against hypocrisy in Matthew 6:1-18, he taught us to give, pray, and fast privately. If you do, your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Notice the important contrast between Jesus' teaching on prayer and fasting. Jesus told us to "pray in secret" (Matthew 6:5-8) and then immediately gave extended instruction on prayer so we could pray properly (Matthew 6:9-15). He says, "Pray, then, in this way" and gives several themes that should inform our prayers. He addresses the frequency of prayer when He tells us to pray for our "daily" bread (Matthew 6:11).
But fasting? Different approach altogether. Yes, he tells those who fast to fast in secret (Matthew 6:18). But he does not say, "Fast, then, in this way." He does not give any instruction on fasting. He does not address frequency. He does not address diet. He does not address drinking liquids while fasting.
He most certainly does not address whether the starchy endosperm in semolina vitiates the purpose of the fast!
His silence shows that Jesus de-emphasized fasting in comparison to prayer. If you needed such details to live your Christian life, He would have given them (cf. 2 Timothy 3:16-17). His silence shows you shouldn't preoccupy yourself with the matter. Teachers today should not regulate fasting or elevate it to prominence when Jesus left it in the shadows.
So forget about them. Take it from Jesus. What you eat cannot defile you (Mark 7:19-23). Don't let anyone with a book to sell tell you any differently.
You want good news? You don't have to tie yourself in knots trying to keep the wrong foods out of your mouth. You get to decide the nature of your fasting without some teacher scolding you if you decide not to fast or to break a fast.
There's no shame on you.
The shame is on the teacher who falsely claims biblical authority to restrain your diet.
Like Jesus, the rest of the New Testament also de-emphasizes the role of fasting. True, Jesus opened his ministry with a 40-day fast. True, the apostle Paul fasted after his conversion in Acts 9:9. True, you see voluntary fasting as church leaders are chosen and sent out (Acts 13:3, 14:23). But those descriptions of fasting are not the same as prescriptions to fast today.
You see that clearly as you consider the progress of revelation. After the book of Acts, fasting is increasingly enveloped in biblical silence. The epistles do not even use the verb for fasting, even though they teach extensively on prayer. Such silence is inconceivable if God intended a regular, detailed approach to fasting to be an ongoing part of the life of every believer.
So what is the role of fasting in your Christian life? Before we can answer that question, we must embrace this second point.
Second summary: The New Testament warns Christians against a preoccupation with food and artificial self-denial.
Second summary: The New Testament warns Christians against a preoccupation with food and artificial self-denial.
Far from elevating fasting, the New Testament says food is not the issue as we pursue the kingdom of God. The Bible says not to submit to teaching that regulates your approach to food. Even though such teaching may seem to be wise and spiritual, it does not advance your sanctification (Colossians 2:16-17, 20-23).
That truth completely undermines teachers who would compel you to fast or those who would insinuate that those who fast love Christ more than those who don't. That is patently false. Listen to the apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 8:8:
Food will not commend us to God; we are neither the worse if we do not eat, nor the better if we do eat.
Food will not commend us to God; we are neither the worse if we do not eat, nor the better if we do eat.
Food is spiritually neutral. So the more teachers insist on imposing fasting on you, the more they manifest that they are false teachers and purveyors of demonic doctrine.
Does that sound harsh? First Timothy 4:1-5 says in part:
The Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons . . . men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the truth. For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude, for it is sanctified by means of the word of God and prayer.
The Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons . . . men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the truth. For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude, for it is sanctified by means of the word of God and prayer.
Romans 14:17 says:
The kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
The kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
The Scriptures are clear. So when a teacher belabors fasting to you, it's time to remove yourself from his influence. Don't submit to the yoke of that demonic bondage. Rather, inform your conscience with God's Word and let the Spirit set your heart free.
So where does that leave us? Does fasting have no role for the New Testament believer? Stay tuned. We'll get really practical next time.
For now, I'm going to grab a hamburger.
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At a church years ago, A youth pastor had the youth to fast for
23 hrs in a cardboard box to sleep and play in the fellowship
hall. They had to have their parents sign papers to say it's ok
to do so.
Thanks Don, I am glad Jesus doesn't demand us to fast, Fasting is
time of prayer and needs. Oh, I read about when the disciples
could'nt get the demon out of the boy. Jesus said only by fasting
and prayer. Is that something. That's a private time and noble words
that Jesus said. Amen. Better to be in private to heal than out in
Enjoy your hamburger, Don.
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Hi Don...I am still on board with your posts. This topic is much more of a problem than many expect. I personally know a youth pastor who is teaching his interns "how to fast" by demonstrating such fasts as I mentioned before...chocolate. He is also promoting meditative prayer sessions typified by eastern mystic gurus...secluded, focusing prayer, etc.
I am deeply concerned over what I am witnessing in these modern day youth groups. Pragmatism is rampant. Mystical teachings are starting to take hold. Asceticism in the form of artificial self-persecution (if that makes sense...sort of denying oneself pleasure in an effort to go-deeper with God) is the new craze (as has been discussed here in previous entries).
Dr Al Mohler speaking to this subject regarding youth groups in an AIG interview said this profound statement: "I think one of the problems with too many churches is they have a "youth
program. Well, the youth need to be integrated into the totality of
the church program."
Perhaps it is time that we as a body seriously take a look at just what is going on in our church youth departments...
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Oh...and FYI here is a link to a youth fasting guide (how ridiculously sad!): http://www.awake21.org/images/uploads/resources/Youth_Fasting_Guide_Devotional.pdf
Note the usage of journaling...this is another practice associated with centering/contemplative prayer practices detailed by many eastern mysticism gurus.
Thank you so much for these blogs you have been doing on fasting. It is an answer to my prayers. I'm definetly understandiong the concept of fasting more and not feeling weighed down with guilt anymore.
I have not followed this entire thread, but I just wanted to say that I believe fasting is a wonderful spiritual discipline. Obviously I disagree with some huckster trying to sell books or put pressure on people to fast. That is a mishandling of the Scripture and a distortion.
However, I believe fasting is something that God has given to us (if we are willing to believe), for the purpose of meeting with God and emptying ourselves. In America, we feed, feed, feed all day long, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We always mutter some words of thanks over our food, but it rarely means anything because we always have it at our disposal. Fast for a week, and you will find that first meal (and second, and third!) to be pure worship. You will be exploding with thankfulness.
I do not fast for that reason, however. I do it because I find that when I interrupt every earthly desire to which I am accustomed, and seek the Lord and press into Him in prayer, there is a demonstration of the Spirit's power in my life. I wake up and my immediate thoughts are of God. I have Scripture leaping off the page when I read it, and I find almost no resistance to prayer when the idea pops into my head. I walk in the Spirit, and the flesh is subjugated, almost lacking in any power. I often wish I could just stay in that place, but obviously that is not what God has intended either. My prayer times are overflowing from the heart, and not dry and lifeless (as can often be the case).
Please do not discount fasting as a spiritual discipline altogether. I believe you would be missing out on something wonderful that God has given us. We are called to die to self, and when we stop our normal routine of feeding our bodies, we enter into that process of death in a very real way, and yet through it, God is magnified in the soul. If there is one thing we in America need to discover, it is to deny self. We in the church here have not learned that very well.
And Jesus said to them, "Can the wedding guests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them? The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast. (Matt. 9:15)
Hello Lawrence...Just a quick retort to your statement..."Please do not discount fasting as a spiritual discipline altogether."...not in a challenging way, but rather to clarify.
I don't think anyone has advocated abolishing fasting...that would be going too far in the opposite direction. What IS being called for is legitimacy in keeping with scriptural definition and practice. Fasting Facebook or computer games, or having a youth specific fasting guide, or having a KIDS fasting calendar is not in keeping with scripture. Further, demanding or pressuring congregations to participate in corporate fasting schemes in order to accomplish a given task is also beyond what is written...1 Corinthians 4:6
Finally, where does one arrive at a set of "spiritual disciplines" in scripture? I cannot seem to locate scriptures that describe a set of spiritual disciplines that Christians are to follow in order to be closer to God...any help?
Amen Keith, I understand what you are saying, and yes, the extreme things you mentioned are good for only creating a fleshly discipline which will do nothing but foster self-righteousness.
I use the term spiritual disciplines to speak of things that we as Christians do as part of our walk with God. I am not claiming it is a biblical phrase, nor that there is a list somewhere. But I do find the principle in Scripture. Scripture says, "pray without ceasing." Is that something that comes naturally?
Sometimes I do not want to pray at all, and yet I still pray. That is a discipline. It is a putting to death of that which is earthly and setting my mind on things above. I believe fasting falls into this category as well.
I too thought about it. If I don't pray, I am not thankful. I just think
God wants us to be thankful and it helps us pray without ceasing. Or if
I don't pray or forgot about it, my day doesn't go right and I feel guilty.
Thanks for sharing and keep praying. God bless.
Came to my head, What of Extreme Home Makeover. What can we learn from
it. Godly or Ungodly
When Jesus commands us not to give in public. Wow, it's powerful words
from our Lord.
I have come in late on this discussion - sidetracked with the floods here in Brisbane. However, I would like to make a comment that I see no one else has made regarding fasting. I spent some time pondering fasting late last year and would like to share a thought.
It seems to me that discussion has centred around the abstinence of food as the definition for fasting. I think this is only a partial answer to the question.
I believe the best place to understand all that fasting entailed in the OT is in Isaiah 58. The whole chapter seems to mirror the sermon on the mount. This is fasting - aid the poor, seek God in prayer (not via a display of self humiliation), give food to the hungry (the reason for not eating it yourself).
As has been noted elsewhere the Jews in Jesus time "fasted" many times during the year. Note that Jesus did not condemn this - he condemned the attitude of the heart.
Alexander Maclaren said it well - "The sidelong glance will soon become a fixed gaze, seeing nothing else, and the purpose of fasting will slip out of sight." This is just what the Pharisees were guilty of.
Perhaps I am wrong, but when I read Is. 58, the parallels are so obvious and so strong that I can come to no other view than that fasting is not simply going without food as modern man views it. It is so much more and Is. 58 spells out what it is, and this is why Jesus gives instruction concerning giving to the poor, praying and finishes with fasting in Matt. 6. "Fasting" is a term that includes all these acts and attitudes. And the result? Is 58:8-9.
I would value comments.
Fasting as a spiritual disdiscipline? Maybe I'm missing something here. Where in the New Testament does it say that fasting is a spiritual disciple? Especially in the Epistles. Prayer on the other hand is. Has anyone tried praying for seven days or fourty days without ceasing? Heres something to think about and maybe talk about. Matthew 17:21 ["But this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting."] The brackets indicate that these words probably were not in the original writings. Mark 9:29 in the KJV has fasting in the verse, but the NASB and ESV does not. NASB and ESV are closer to the original text than KJV. Again 1 Corinthians 7:5 in the KJV has fasting but not in the NASB or ESV. I don't know about anyone else but I see a pattern here.Heres something else to chew on, Matthew 9:14 Then the disciples of John came to Him, asking, "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do not fast?" What am I saying. I think that fasting can be done completely in the flesh. No faith just "self" will and determination on the persons part that is not spiritual discipline. Prayer on the other is. My prayers can't move mountains but my faith in God can. My prayers are totally dependant on God answering those prayers according to His will not my self effort or determinaton. Fasting can be considered self works and prayer can as well Luke 18:10-14 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. "The Pharisee stood and was praying this to himself: 'God, I thank You that I am not like other people; swindlers, unjust, adulteres, or even like this tax collector. ' I fast twice a week; I pay my tithes of all that I get.' But the tax collector, standing some distance away, was even unwilling to lift his eyes to heaven, but was beating his breast, saying, 'God be merciful to me a sinner!" "I tell you this man went to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted!(NASB) In conclusion this verse quoted is from the KJV the NASB does not have the word fasting. Matthew 15:32 Then Jesus called his disciples unto Him, and said , I have compassion on the multitude, because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat : and I will not send them away fasting, lest they faint in the way. I think I will follow Jesus at least He will feed me daily!
Peter, good comments. I don't think it is an either/or, but rather, a both/and. I think there is a time to go without food so that others can have it. You see this a lot in the life of Richard Wurmbrand, when he was in prison for preaching the gospel.
Curtis, you left out the point of the whole verse in Matthew 9:15, when Jesus tells them why the disciples are not fasting. "The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast." The key word is "then," implying that when Jesus is gone, it will be a practice of the disciples. I believe the Bible assumes that we will fast. If you don't think you should, don't do it, but I believe you are missing out on something designed for your good, and God's glory.
The term "spiritual disciplines" is seen commonly in writings of Eastern mysticism practitioners. Here is a link to where one can look first hand at some of what is taught regarding the "disciplines":
Take a look at this web site while there...specifically the section on Spiritual Renewal then Practicing Like Jesus. Note the sub-headings: Meditation, Prayer, Fasting, Study, Simplicity, Solitude, Submission, Service, and Confession.
The terminology "spiritual discipline" is prevelent in Roman Catholicsm. Here, just for one example, is a link to one spiritual leader giving direction on the spiritual discipline of "the daily examination of conscience": http://rcspiritualdirection.com/blog/tags/spiritual-discipline
This terminology and the associated practices seem to be creeping...no, flooding...into the evangelical community. It is popular, it is modern, and it elevates the practitioner to a "higher level", as it were, which I suppose somehow justifies the entirety of it.
I fully understand that some who use the term "spiritual disciplines" do not have the intended purpose in mind of eastern mysticism. But the relationship is certainly there requiring discernment with using such terminology without further explanation.
Thank you all for your comments this topic is a blessing for me right now.
Though a new christian, in one sense it seems to me that the fast is like a REFLEX we have in our relationship with the Lord when enduring a trial or hardship.Our thinking is changed in such a way (being solely relient on Him)that we,when struggling with something, supernaturally,at times,react by fasting. Though my understanding is that of a young christian I don't see where this is something that one can schedule.
If one fast, we don't need menu of different styles fasting.
Thinking about the rich man who came up to Jesus and said good teacher what I need to do to gain eternal life. It shows we can never be good
enough to please God. No matter how we do fasting. It doesn't produce
good in us. Fasting is giving up yourself to Christ and spending time
with him. I am glad Jesus says if one fast, wash your face and put on
clean clothes, so no one would know you are fasting. I don't think
it's discipline, it's a humble heart that you love Jesus.
God bless.
I agree with Lawrence Bouligny above. I consider fasting as a way of denying the flesh and it's desires in order to give more room for the Spirit to work in our lives.
Just like everything I can think of in The Word, it all comes down to your hearts attitude. Are you trying to bring glory to God? If you are humble and truely seeking God's glory, fasting can help decrease us and increase Him. After all hummility is not thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less.
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Amen! , great blog. God bless.
Excellent comment #12, Keith! If we seek to increase our faith through fasting we are making a mistake. Fasting should be what happens when we find more sustenance in things of the spirit rather than food (John 4:31-32), or when mourning. In either case, fasting is not something we make ourselves do - it is an effect of a powerful cause. To try to make fasting the cause and seek an effect from it is a mistake.
Christianity is not about "methods" to help us grow spiritually.
#13 - John Murphy,
I am right there with you. Mourning brings fasting, naturally, not because we HAVE to.
I am done with the legalistic approach to this by some evangelical systems. And I thank God for that. Although not regenerated, I wasted time attending "churches" (small c) that emphasized all those "spiritual disciples" (and Keith is so right about eastern spiritualism). I'd fast because, well, you just have to do it in order not to be seen as rebel or maybe possessed by a demon.
Last year when the youth group at this church we were attending (we're not there anymore) did this 24-hour-fast I wondered what good does it do for unregenerate young people do this? Legalism. Spiritual Discipline. Pragmatism.
John Murphy, This is my experience also. I love the defining word "reflex" that you used. No burden to bear to try to please God in any way whatever... Just a humble private response. And not something to jot down on the calendar for weekly observance, or even yearly observance. In my very humble experience (trust me, I am not a frequent faster, as some of my friends are quick to observe) it is the natural unfolding in certain seasons of simply keeping in step with the Holy Spirit... and certainly not a prescription for anything. So rejoice in that if you are walking so with the freedom and liberty Christ bought for you. I would warn anyone about any group that begins to qualify Christians that spiritual maturity somehow goes up or down based on their "higher" experiences and commitments to fasting. ...Oh so subtle work of the enemy. And I so appreciated this installment. Where God's Word is less specific... isn't it funny that many groups will make it their primary doctrine. With way too much focus and attention. Jesus' point of remaining humble was indeed the key thing. Whether fasting or otherwise. Thank you so much for addressing this topic.
I have no problem with people fasting from Facebook or computer games, since they are not good for the mind and take away our time and focus on God. Just because they are not mentioned specifically in the bible doesn't mean that fasting from them is not what God would want. Although biblical fasting does not mention Facebook or games….there are principles that we learn in the bible about fasting that teaches us that when we fast, it is not about ourselves or our wants/needs. Fasting is a time we spent focusing on God, and many have used it in the bible in a time of sorrow, fear, and war. This is the time where they humble themselves, pray, repent, and cry out to God for Him to help them. It is not a time for pleasure. So yes, if I was fasting biblically in this day and age, I would be fasting from food. And I would not be spending time on Facebook, computer games, arcades, movies, makeup shopping, dancing, vacationing…etc. I believe that during this time, abstaining from anything that is leisure/pleasure and takes away your focus from God is biblical. But saying that you HAVE to do things are not. Fasting is a personal thing, and is between you and God. It is not a "fun" activity that you are doing with your church, as I have just learned. It's a time to really be humbled, and submitted to God.
Let me just clarify something. Fasting is not bad. It is people's understanding and ideas about fasting that have turned something pure and God given into something different that many do today which is demonic practice. Fasting is a good thing. Jesus fasted, David fasted, and the disciples fasted, even people who did not know God who were doomed to die fasted! So don't get the wrong impression that anyone who teaches fasting is demonically influenced. I'd like to add I feel that 1 Timothy 4:1-5 is taken out of context here. I believe it is talking about men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from "certain" foods, which God had already said is okay for us to eat. This verse does not have anything to do with fasting, but with what the Jews used to practice abstaining from eating "unclean" food which was taught in the laws and traditions. It was so new for the Jews, it's repeated multiples times in the New Testament…in Mark 7:19, Romans 14:20, and many in Acts 11. It's just saying that it is okay to eat food that had once been labeled unclean by Jewish laws and traditions.
Peter Bisset, thank you for Isaiah 58…I read it a long time ago, but I have forgotten about it. Isaiah 58 truly shows the evil heart of hypocrites, and reveals the heart of a person who is fasting according to God's will. God does give us show us how to fast….In the old testament especially Isaiah 58 which reveals what God desires from fasting, and in the New Testament Jesus and the disciples are the ones who are good examples.
Too many misitries and churches have laid burdens on the shoulders of believers. That is not love. We are more focused on fasting than loving, this is why the church is falling apart. This is why my generation is leaving the church in such large numbers. Give us Jesus, not chains!
#21 - Cristy,
You're right, churches have laid burdens on the shoulders of believers when they teach a wrong view of fasting.
But not only that, imagine being in one of these churches, where they believe fasting is something that you do to get something from God (much like name-and-claim-it, and no wonder these systems don't teach biblical fasting), and you believe that because you were taught that by leaders who should know better, and you spend years "doing" the right things and your life doesn't change and you don't "see" anything happening!? It brings "spiritual depression" (if I can call it that), in which the individual doubts their salvation, goes deeper and deeper into "doing" more things, and ultimately concludes that God doesn't care.
I am here thinking over and over again about some of the things Pat Lee wrote. I couldn't pinpoint the error in the seemly logic of it, but still it didn't feel right. Mind you, these are some of the arguments we all hear now and again - fasting tv, cellphone, facebook, etc etc.
And then it hit me. It's the difference in between all these activities and what food and drink are. All those (tv, cellphone, facebook, etc) are things that you can live without. Period. They are not bad in themselves, they become bad when you become addicted to them = bad habits. They are bad because they are not profitable. (and yes, here we can quote Scriptures, Phillipians, etc etc). They take you away from things that really matter: the study of the Word, praying, lovingly serving other people, etc. Now, the former mentioned things ARE profitable. Ultimately a bad habit will overcome you and you will be slaved to it.
You cannot "fast" those things and then after the fasting is done go back to them when you're addicted/obsessed with them and resume your addiction. =) It's just foolish, you are kidding yourself.
Now, if you've been convicted of them being an addiction and you're lead to fast them, why would you go back to them? On the other hand, if you're not addicted, what are you doing "fasting" them if they are not essential to your life? Again, foolishness. What kind of closeness with God are you trying to achieve, if that's your excuse for fasting these activities?
You can only be one of two: you're either addicted to a certain activity (in which case it's bad for you) and you should stop it altogether, or you're not addicted to it at all, in which case brings up the question (following the erroneous logic of fasting): why are you fasting something that has no control over you or your life with the purpose of "spiritual discipline"?
Another important point that comes to my mind is this. You can search high and low and you won't find anything new under the sun. Times change, circumstances change, but human are inherently the same. Do you really believe that in the biblical times (being OT or NT) there wasn't anything, nothing at all, that would be a snare to people? People of that time never got addicted to anything (other than sex and food)??? really??? Do you see anywhere in the bible where those people fasted anything other than food and drink?
Maybe they played a lot of games in those times. Different games, but nonetheless games. And some people got addicted to them, and spent way too much time playing them (whether for money or fun, doesn't matter). I can see them going before God and saying "Oh Lord, I am going to fast those games for a week so I can receive this and that from you, and that we might be closer". It's silly.
correction: In my second paragraph I meant to say "the LATTER mentioned things..." and not "the former". Sorry.
I like to share a few scriptures
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean
not on your understanding;In all your ways
acknowledge him, And he shall direct your paths.
No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate
the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to
the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and
All things on earth may pass away, but God's Word endures forever.
Adam & Eve were tempted by food and lost the Garden of Eden for the rest of mankind. The Israelites weren't satified with the manna and wanted meat - God gave them enough quail that worms were comming out of their mouths. Therefore, they missed out on the promised land. Sodam & Gomorrah was destroyed not only for the homosexuality; but also b/c they ate too much.
Daniel and his friends fasted b/c they did not want to eat the kings' food that was offered to idols. God called the people of Ninevah to fast for forty days and they were restored. Isaiah 58 is a chapter on true/false fasting. It talks about how fasting is used to overcome oppression/bondage and how healing comes like the noonday sun.
I believe our churches are replete w/complacent Christians b/c they are not able to overcome their addiction to sin through fasting. Revelation talks about the nakedness of Christians who think they have it all. Fasting is leaning on God 100% to overcome the deeds of the flesh and walking in the Spirit, sanctifying your spirit with His Word, and continual prayer. Fasting is part of the sanctification process.
Fasting was done corporately by all in Ninevah (children included) and should be taught and practiced corporately in the church. It's part of the three disciplines that Jesus taught - when you give, when you pray, and when you fast. It's a spiritual discipline. David was fasting as he penned the book of Psalms and talked alot about how we need to pass things on to our children. Even the children in Ninevah fasted. But that's how Israel eventually turned to idols, b/c they stopped passing down the truth/practices of God's Word. I wish I was taught how to keep things that sacred. I have reaped what I have sown and my only hope is in the power of His Word, prayer, and fasting.
God has taught me diligence through fasting. I will never eat the same again as my walk with the Lord is being renewed, & strenthened each day. I used to play computer games & I am asking God to help me to overcome this addiction as I fast. Now that I have quit the computer games, I can't tell you the number of things I get accomplished around the house each day, as it seems that each step has been ordained. It's a tough discipline, some days are rough if I start the day w/o time with the Lord. It's small steps, but the Lord is guiding me. When I stand before Him, I don't want to be ashamed. It's like the parable of the talents. Am I being a steward of my time?
Fasting is not some outdated thing. If the Lord fasted before His ministry, how much more important is fasting for believers? As matter of fact, He is fasting for us right now as He said, I will not share this cup and this bread with you until My return. How else are we going to wake up as a body of believers? If we want revival (family/loved ones)we need to take fasting into account. There will be many who will say to Him Lord, Lord and He will say, depart from me, I never knew you. Wake up believers
Correction on third paragraph above. I believe that churches are replete w/complacent Christians b/c they are not able to overcome their addiction to sin (bondages to sin)because they need to become aware of the power of fasting in their life."Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?" Isaiah 58:6. Christ has the power to break every yoke! I do agree with the guy ealier that you can't fast tv, cell phones, facebook, etc. But if you have tried to overcome these habits and keep turning back to them, I would recommend the Daniel fast for 40 days instead of 21 days. He just consumed water & vegetables. Even after fasting a week, my attitude toward food has changed drastically. Just knowing how much sugar affects the glucose level and causes cravings, and emotional ups & downs. I can't imagine going back to that kind of lifestyle of eating. I am looking forward to disciplining my body as Paul says, to win the race and not give up.
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Mike wrote:jjs wrote:Actually, Lennon was angry because it was his own decision to quit, and Paul tried to make it look like it was his. I'm not sure what your point is?
Yep and you know this because?? Oh yeah you were there right. How about taking a break knocking down Paul every chance you get. You have been warned, I won't hesitate to just delete your posts.
I know it because I can look to my left and see a bookshelf with dozens of Beatle books and at least twice as many magazines and articles. John made the decision to end the band, and they collectively decided not to go public with it. Paul did not want the Beatles to end and when he realized it was over, he went ahead and made it look like it was his decision.
I don't understand:
a) how you don't know this already, and
b) how this is knocking Paul.
"Say what you will about the various arguments over guitar leads, drum breaks and girlfriends, but make no mistake, the facts are these: Paul went public and ignited the press firestorm that immediately erupted thereafter. He insisted on an immediate legal dissolution of the partnership, igniting almost a decade of vitriolic court battles.
It is important to note that all of John's statements regarding the breakup, such as the fact that he'd actually left first, were made after Paul's public announcement and the subsequent hard feelings it generated. The bitter statements against Paul by the other three that appear in the court affidavits leave no doubt whatsoever as to who "broke up the Beatles."
In the months that followed Lennon's private announcement, the Beatles gave interviews in which they all deliberately refrained from announcing the split. That February -- nearly five months after quitting the group -- Lennon told Rolling Stone that, "We still might make Beatles product. We just need more room. The Beatles are just too limited." That next month, both Starr and Harrison spoke to Britain's New Musical Express, with Starr stating that, "I've got things to do, George has things to do, and Paul has his solo album to come, and John has his peace thing. We can't do everything at once. Time will tell." Harrison added that, "Say we've got unity through diversity... We had to find ourselves individually, one day."
Later that year, Lennon spoke about Macca's announcement, telling Rolling Stone that "We were all hurt that he didn't tell us what he was going to do... A lot of people knew I left. I was a fool not to do what Paul did, which was use it to sell a record. I wasn't angry. He's a good PR man, I mean he's about the best in the word... he really knows how to do a job."
Paul McCartney said that the split from the group sent him into a huge depression for several months: "I was quite broken up by the end of the Beatles. I'd been trying to hold them together, but it was something that wasn't to be. So, you know, I went into a bit of a depression after that. And I'm normally quite optimistic, but, you know, I'd just lost the best job in the world, and anyone who's just even ever lost a job knows how that feels."
The other three felt betrayed because Paul unilaterally announced the split, and announced it as if it were his decision. They felt he did this to sell his record. You can read all about this in several Beatle books. I don't get it. Are you happier not knowing the truth? Am I going to have to be on the receiving end of your or someone else's hostility every time I make a correction, and that correction is something they don't want to hear?
I didn't knock someone. I corrected a misconception. Don't worry...the ensuing threats and insults don't surprise me.


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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (44 votes).
In short: Cracking, challenging runIn full: Great run this, next time though I WILL heed the advice to take it extremely easy at the start. By the time I'd reached the 'top' (about halfway) I was almost too goosed to enjoy the downhill. My only complaint would be fact that the bottle of Black Sheep handed to me at the end still had the top on!Date of review: November 16, 2011
In short: Doesn't get much better than this.In full: Love this race. Has to be one of the best races on the calender by a long shot. Superb course, stunning scenery, faultless organisation (big thanks to all involved), very friendly, bottle of beer for finishing and delicious cakes and tea in the church hall after. Can't ask for much else. See you next year!!Date of review: November 6, 2011
In short: Welcoming race. Nasty hill,In full: A friendly, well organised race. I'n not sure 'undulating' did the hills justice, but all the effort paid off with the 3 mile downhill at the end.Date of review: November 5, 2011
In short: Challenging well organised race - great views..In full: Well done to Julian and Macc Harriers for organising this race especially for a very good cause i.e. East Cheshire Hospice. Quite hard work after the first mile but all downhill and flat after 4 miles. Cracking views on reaching the top of the climb and then on the way back.. Enjoyed the beer once I got home..Date of review: November 5, 2011
In short: A Fell Runner's Road Race!In full: Atmosphere very similar to fell races (relaxed, welcoming);Start could've done without the bus turning(!) and few stray cars blocking the way;Uphill not as bad as I was expecting, managed to run all the way!;Glorious views of Shutlingsloe, Macc Forest, Tegg's Nose, reservoirs etc;Bottle of beer at finish was a nice touch;Will deffo do this again :y:Date of review: November 10, 2009
In short: Well Done Macc HarriersIn full: Loved coming back home and running on home turf. Suffered a slight strain to my quad but still managed to finish. Thanks to all the Marshalls and spectors that came out in the rain and cold. Loved the beer at the end! Defo be back next year.Date of review: November 8, 2009
In short: Great scenery, great organisation, friendly and a beer at the finish, result, well done Macc HarriersDate of review: November 8, 2009
In short: Great race again this year, and definitely seemed easier knowing what I was letting myself in for, and knowing the fantastic views from the top! The change to the start for this year through me a bit, but great to finish sooner than expected! aDate of review: November 8, 2009
In short: Fantastic race as always (despite new start)In full: This is one of my two favourite races on the calender. Brilliant event as always, although I'm sure that hill has got steeper since last year. Great improvement in moving the finish off the muddy field. However, this necessitaed moving the start and as much as I hate to critise one of my favourite races the start was a farce. It was far too narrow, parked cars, cars and buses still trying to get through. Only clocked the new route as 6.90 miles on my Garmin also, have to check what the old route measured and whether it has shrunk! Despite the moan, everything else about this event epitomises why I love running. Thanks Macc Harriers and see you next year!!Date of review: November 8, 2009
In full: Fantastic race, hills very tough though, but survived to live the tale, and smiled all the way down!!! Definately will do again, especially for the beer at the end and the well organised teas and cakes!!! Thank you :)Date of review: November 8, 2009
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Monday, January 17, 2011
Makeup By Ren Ren needs your feedback for a better blog!
Happy Monday and Happy MLK Day! It's a new day and I wanted to do a different kind of post. I'm always striving to make improvements to www.MakeupByRenRen.com. With a new year ahead of us, I want to do bigger and better things for the site and I'm relying on you guys to help me out!
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As you guys know, I love to teach you guys through my videos and post. While I gear a lot of my posts to aspiring makeup artists I also try to reach out to the everyday woman. On my blog, I typically have a mixture of Product Reviews, Tutorials, Pictures of Client Makeovers, Before and Afters and Pictures of makeovers on myself.
I want to incorporate more tip/how to posts. Do you guys have any suggestions? I want to know what kind of posts you would like to see. It can anything general or something really specific. Leave your ideas in the comments below :) I'll review them and feature them in my posts and include your name and blog as well!
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- Supriya said...
Out of all your postings I love the "before and afters" and the techniques you used to transform them into beauties!! I love the product reviews, however I like to read more written reviews then watch videos, that's just me though. Also would love to see more drugstore reviews that you as a makeup artist think are good quality "finds"! Thanks for listening...
- January 17, 2011 at 1:17 PM
- OLIVIA said...
i love watching tricks. how to use different products and there hidden talents.
- January 17, 2011 at 1:31 PM
- timelesslisa said...
First off, congrats on getting listed as a top 40 MUA blog!
You're pictures and reviews are great, but I'd like to see more color in the template background, maybe something custom?
Also, you need some share links for Twitter & Facebook! If you have a fan page I'd like to see you put a widget on the sidebar too.
Keep up the beautiful work!
- January 17, 2011 at 1:38 PM
- Mary said...
I would like to see more how to posts because while the makeup looks you post are gorgeous and inspiring; I could never do them without a step by step tutorial. So maybe you could incorporate a tutorial post once a week?
I agree with another commenter about the background. I'm sure you're just trying not to distract from photos but I think a dainty (light colored)pattern would look great.
- January 17, 2011 at 2:42 PM
- Tracy@mybestbeautybuys said...
I agree with Supriya, I love the before & afters too. I also do like reading when I come to a blog, rather than be directed to watch a video. I think what I would appreciate the most is drugstore alternatives to higher end products. Those are just my thoughts, either way I still really enjoy your blog!
- January 17, 2011 at 2:55 PM
- Foxzy said...
My eye makeup seems to smear under my eyes. I use waterproof everything, but it seems to still smear. Any tips on that?
- January 17, 2011 at 3:45 PM
- Bombchell said...
Perhaps on you blog somewhere you can put 5 faq posts, so that way we know if youve blogged about it before or not.
perhaps people always ask you about your makeup kit or how to do eyebrows. so there'll be about 5 or more posts on the side.
- January 17, 2011 at 5:32 PM
- Dumbfresh87 said...
i am really interested in seeing something about covering problematic skin or acne scars. all of you lovely beauty gurus have beautiful complexions and it is hard to imagine the process. it would be helpful to have a model with acne to give a demonstration as well. ( wish i could volunteer!) As someone who suffers from acne i have tried many things but still have not mastered this technique.
I love your blog and appreciate the opportunity to chime in!
- January 17, 2011 at 6:50 PM
- Jauwan said...
I would like to learn about how to find the undertones in a persons skin tones to find foundation. My youtube name is glailaj btw.
- January 17, 2011 at 9:55 PM
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- January 18, 2011 at 12:14 PM
- Pink Diamonds by TL said...
I love your blog and I think you already have a great formula. I personally enjoy your "Before and After" entries, but I would like to see more of the "Makeup Artist Series".
- January 18, 2011 at 12:20 PM
- ProfeChanel said...
Thos looks R Absolutely GORGEOUS!! LUV it!
- January 19, 2011 at 2:52 PM
- ally said...
I definitely love the before's and after's that you do. It's great to see the makeup on different types of people. Another feature of your blog that I really appreciate is the writing. Even if you link a video, you have all the information written in case I don't want to watch the video. Not all of the YT artists do that so I always find myself reading your's much more often. Keep up the excellent work!
- January 25, 2011 at 4:05 PM
- Penelope said...
Sorry I'm leaving this a bit late....
I've been reading your blog for a long time because it is well written and well organized and while mega-talented, you present yourself as very approachable. So thanks for staying on a level where you can connect with your readers. :)
My favorites, like many above me, are the before-and-after photos, and I also prefer reading about your makeovers above watching a video. Having both as an option is very nice.
I really enjoyed the "makeup basics" series and like the theme of this idea--that this is possible and easy for me, even if I am completely clueless about makeup.
Like someone above, I end my days with black smudges beneath my eyes no matter what product and primers I use, so tips and help and product recommendations for that would be GREAT, especially drugstore brands.
Thanks!!! Your blog is so fun and inspiring to read.
- February 19, 2011 at 12:01 PM