Are Things the Way We See Them?

The way we perceive a subject may not be as easy to comprehend as it seems.

Legislation is one of those issues that will often fool us. A catchy title can deceive us. One that seems to protect our personal rights may hinder them in the long run.

Prayer in Schools is a prime example. Prayer to whom should be the operative question.

What is keeping one from praying any time they want too. I suspect nothing! Seems to me that prayer is natural if learned. Is not "what is instilled" at home more important than what is formally encouraged at school?

This post is not really about Prayer in Schools. It's to encourage us to do due diligence on legislation and all issues. Most issues have two sides. They are often like a two edged sword that cuts both ways. They often encompass more than we think. What appears to be a stand to take can end up hurting us.

Lets be careful and use our heads to understand all issues, pro and con. Asking questions and doing a bit of research before we talk.

Response to my "Tired if Politics Post" by Mike Shoemake

Mike sent me an email with his response which he couldn't get in 300 characters. I think it is worth passing on.

Cllff, I understand your sentiment. I read a quote one time that said "Leaders of the world are tired people." And, they are. I expect the majority of them are as sick of politics as we are. They won't say it publicly, but I know firsthand many of them are.

Another point I'd like to make is that I hear people say that the only power we have as citizens of this country is our vote. That is not true. We also have our voice, and we should let it be known on the issues important to us.

I recently asked Senator Hutchinson to help halt the continued violation of our rights by TSA and their groping our body parts at airport security lines. I went as far as to challenge her that if she didn't she should be the first female politician to allow herself to get "felt up". This would be an example of using one's voice. And, there are countless opportunities to tell our leaders how much we appreciate what they do well.

We are a much too silent majority.

Tired of Politics??

Politics are testy! I've been involved in local and national politics for a couple years. And yes, I get tired.

I'm tired of politicians that don't live the way they talk.

I'm tired of voters who don't make an effort to
understand issues.

I'm tired of Name Calling and Personal Attacks

I'm tired of those who won't take a stand on issues.

I'm tired of those who think integrity in personal life doesn't affect decisions in the political realm.

I'm tired of of the moral downturn I see in America.

I'm tired of our unemployment rate.

I'm tired of our jobs going off shore and our government giving companies breaks to do so.

I'm tired of leaders in US who dish our constitution and our Christian heritage.

I'm tired about a lot of things!

However, I'm not quitting! Two things keep me going! I believe God is Sovereign and Politics aren't. And I believe that keeping quiet about the issues we face as a Nation speeds up our fall.

So I won't stop working to save our nation if possible. I hope you won't too!

Issues to Address are Greater than Our Frustration to Attack Personality

Our Borders are Unprotected and only Lip Service is being done.

We have become a Debtor Nation and some want to Spend More

Or Values as a Nation are Deteriorating at a Rapid Pace

Our Economy is in a Precarious Slump

The Value of Life (Young and Old) is in Serious Question>

The Structure of the Family is Under Attack

The Rich are Being Vilified - The Middle Class may be Next.

Many in our Land feel Entitled to others Wealth and Influence

Many in or Nation do not Understand the Value of Free Enterprise and therefor Capitalism

Other Religions are given Free Speech but the Christian Message is being Chastised.

Ladies and Gentlemen, This is the Short List

WHAT TIME DO WE HAVE TO ATTACK PEOPLE WHEN WE HAVE ISSUES TO SOLVE?