As I am preparing my taxes this year, the reality has finally settled in. I am not calling it persecution, but there is a price to pay for standing by my convictions and beliefs. Even though I have been standing on full faith regarding my health for 14 years now, I can no longer do that in this country without being penalized. Since America has billed itself a nation based upon Judeo-Christian values, all religious objections must fall into some belief system that has been established since 1951. I've only been standing in this faith for fourteen years and I don't know any Christians or Jews who believe our Creator actually heals without assistance from modern medicine, although I'm sure there are some.
It's funny, there were physicians mentioned clear back in Genesis and Job acknowledged the presence of physicians in the society of his day. The New Testament makes more than one reference to physicians, including one account of the Gospel being penned by a physician, and yet . . . modern believers seem to think faith for healing was different in Bible times. Hebrews 13:8 tells us Y'hshuwah Messiah is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Doesn't that make anyone else wonder why Y'hshuwah would use doctors now, but didn't send anyone to Luke then?
Hebrew Scriptures, specifically Leviticus instructs the people of YHWH to present themselves with their maladies before the High Priests. Hebrews tells us, Y'hshuwah Messiah is our High Priest. So, once again, what's missing, what's been added?
And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of YHWH thy G-d, and wilt do that which is right in His sight, and wilt give ear to His commandments, and keep all His statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am YHWH that healeth thee. Exodus 15:26
Considering the fact, I can't find religious folks to agree with me on this, I'm not holding out a great deal of hope for the Obama administration, so as I stated back in 2010, I just have to budget for the penalty. It does seem different though, now that it's a reality on this year's taxes. In the land of the free, with a claim of Judeo-Christian principles, I have to pay a penalty for believing our Creator heals.
And Y'hshuwah answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are
Caesar's, and to G-d the things that are G-d's. And they marvelled at him. Mark 12:17
So, my tax penalty I shall render unto Caesar, and the faith and glory for my health unto G-d!
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Sunday, December 28, 2014
It's Impossible to Fall Out of Debt
As the Gregorian calendar year concludes this week, many think of resolutions. I don't think so much of resolutions as that feels like the ticket to a let down, and the first Biblical calendar month is in the spring. I do consider two things this time of year, however; that seem a bit like a resolution. I keep the standard business year regarding profit, loss, and taxes, so I do make certain economic assessments at this time. The other thought is in regard to weight management . . . It's not a New Year's resolution so much as I know, I do not want to begin the Biblical year 20 pounds heavier, so I resolve to maintain my weight. Enough about that, back to the economic assessment.
Being self-employed, I don't receive a tax refund, so figuring my taxes isn't as exciting as it is for many. Mine are more a matter of just getting it done and behind me for the year. For those who will receive a tax refund, the figuring begins as soon as the W2s arrive. This year's refund could be a new economic start for some. The tax refund may not eliminate all the financial issues, but for many it's a substantial amount of money that can be used to eliminate a debt or put toward an investment. The tax refund is not part of the regular budget!
Americans have been programmed to believe we must borrow our way into the American dream. I speak from experience on this following statement. One has to remain asleep to keep a dream alive! We can fall into debt, but we cannot fall out of it. We must determine to become debt free. The Bible does refer to debt and it's not mentioned as sin, but rather servitude. Proverbs tells us the borrower is servant to the lender. That applies to credit cards, banks, payday loans and cash for car titles.
Banks have more fees and the feds' printing presses have slowed, so the "cost" of money is going to go up. Meanwhile downtown businesses have not been restored. Construction is not booming in the suburbs, and many who lost their homes in this great recession, continue to be homeless. The only restoration that we have really seen is the Stock Market and we already know, the fat cats don't lose their footing when the house of cards collapses. The folks in Washington seem to weather economic storms well, also. What's left of the Middle Class has hung on, but it wouldn't take much of a shift to reduce that class to the chasm between the elite and the impoverished servants. Congress very recently passed legislation for further protection of the banking industry. Another economic issue is on the horizon . . . Debt will be a hindrance.
Being self-employed, I don't receive a tax refund, so figuring my taxes isn't as exciting as it is for many. Mine are more a matter of just getting it done and behind me for the year. For those who will receive a tax refund, the figuring begins as soon as the W2s arrive. This year's refund could be a new economic start for some. The tax refund may not eliminate all the financial issues, but for many it's a substantial amount of money that can be used to eliminate a debt or put toward an investment. The tax refund is not part of the regular budget!
Americans have been programmed to believe we must borrow our way into the American dream. I speak from experience on this following statement. One has to remain asleep to keep a dream alive! We can fall into debt, but we cannot fall out of it. We must determine to become debt free. The Bible does refer to debt and it's not mentioned as sin, but rather servitude. Proverbs tells us the borrower is servant to the lender. That applies to credit cards, banks, payday loans and cash for car titles.
Banks have more fees and the feds' printing presses have slowed, so the "cost" of money is going to go up. Meanwhile downtown businesses have not been restored. Construction is not booming in the suburbs, and many who lost their homes in this great recession, continue to be homeless. The only restoration that we have really seen is the Stock Market and we already know, the fat cats don't lose their footing when the house of cards collapses. The folks in Washington seem to weather economic storms well, also. What's left of the Middle Class has hung on, but it wouldn't take much of a shift to reduce that class to the chasm between the elite and the impoverished servants. Congress very recently passed legislation for further protection of the banking industry. Another economic issue is on the horizon . . . Debt will be a hindrance.
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise
Healthy living truly is economical. When I hear of the price of prescriptions and the cost of an office call, I have a visceral reaction. If health care was truly about caring for people, wouldn't it somehow be more affordable? We all know this Affordable Care Act is anything but affordable. As for mandated health care, I'm so thankful to just be paying the tax, rather than the insurance premium. Health care in America is expensive. Medical expenses are the leading cause of bankruptcy in this country. So it may indeed follow that unpaid medical expenses and health care provision have certainly contributed to the national debt.
Just a word about the Affordable Care Act before actually addressing the topic of this article. The Affordable Care Act does three things, none of which are for the betterment of the health of Americans. First, it gives control of health care to insurance companies. More Big Biz and Big Pharma control. Second, it has merely camouflaged a tax with a mandate. Make no mistake, this will raise taxes for many low and middle income families. Third, it now makes it illegal to seek medical care without this mandated insurance. To add to the mix, there is a fourth thing, as well. All "us" health care radicals will be accounted for by our tax penalty. I've been completely out of the health care system since before 9/11. Now, with ACA, I'm a statistic of dissidence. With all that being said, let's get to the heart of healthy living.
A lifestyle of health comes with Instructions. These Instructions are far superior to the AMA. These Instructions were given by our Creator! It doesn't get any more direct or personal than that! A healthy lifestyle according to Scripture means a personal consultation at any time of the night or day. This Bible lifestyle also comes with a great many promises and no long term negative side effects. Oh, there's been the occasional imprisonment or even martyrdom, but there are many accounts of amazing deliverances and healing.
Meanwhile, we will find, healthy living may seem a bit more expensive when it comes to good food, and maybe even a bit inconvenient at first when it comes to Torah instruction, but it is drastically less expensive when that good food and blessed obedience results in a lifestyle that doesn't require medical care and prescriptions.
Just a word about the Affordable Care Act before actually addressing the topic of this article. The Affordable Care Act does three things, none of which are for the betterment of the health of Americans. First, it gives control of health care to insurance companies. More Big Biz and Big Pharma control. Second, it has merely camouflaged a tax with a mandate. Make no mistake, this will raise taxes for many low and middle income families. Third, it now makes it illegal to seek medical care without this mandated insurance. To add to the mix, there is a fourth thing, as well. All "us" health care radicals will be accounted for by our tax penalty. I've been completely out of the health care system since before 9/11. Now, with ACA, I'm a statistic of dissidence. With all that being said, let's get to the heart of healthy living.
A lifestyle of health comes with Instructions. These Instructions are far superior to the AMA. These Instructions were given by our Creator! It doesn't get any more direct or personal than that! A healthy lifestyle according to Scripture means a personal consultation at any time of the night or day. This Bible lifestyle also comes with a great many promises and no long term negative side effects. Oh, there's been the occasional imprisonment or even martyrdom, but there are many accounts of amazing deliverances and healing.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
A Little Financial Advice
I'm no economics expert, but history bears a certain pattern to America ignoring the laws of Elohim, specifically when it comes to Sabbath and work. Most of this country completely disregards the command to rest on Sabbath. As a matter of fact, more money exchanges hands on Friday night and Saturday, than any other time in the week. A great deal of money is handled on Sunday morning, but it is far from an exchange or transaction. The reason I am bringing this up now, is many things in our society indicate great calamity is potentially at hand.
I believe the collapse, control and possible containment may actually come hand in hand. Here are my thoughts of practicality. I am not saying it's going to happen tomorrow, but we all know, this cannot continue at the present rate. Now that most everyone uses debit cards, resetting everyone back to zero is really only a matter of hitting a switch. I'm not suggesting bigger barns or hoarding, but the bottom line is, tissues and toilet paper could in reality be more valuable than dollar bills, very soon. It truly doesn't hurt to lay in a little supply of things we do use perpetually. Coffee drinkers, we absolutely know coffee is more valuable than money!
I shared with someone recently, that I've made a point of keeping my tithe in accessible cash on a monthly basis, and plan to pay my taxes as soon s the bill arrives this year. In dealing with banks, something became very clear, a number of years back. There is no slack or wait time in running my check through, as everything is virtually an e transaction now, but; deposits on the other hand, can take up to five days to post. So leave yourself some breathing room for working around a potential electronic glitch. This is not fearmongering, but merely a reminder as to how lopsided the economy is already functioning. I could be wrong, but I'm guessing we'll make it through the first Tuesday in November.
On a positive note, handling transactions in cash or having a few extra supplies on hand is also a great plan for the upcoming winter. It doesn't hurt to have a few extra cans of soup on hand or supplies that you know you'll use. Take an inventory of your pantry and cupboards. See what would be more valuable than money, just in case the powers that be hit the reset button. If we don't need the extras in the pantry, I'm sure we all know someone who could use a little help.
I believe the collapse, control and possible containment may actually come hand in hand. Here are my thoughts of practicality. I am not saying it's going to happen tomorrow, but we all know, this cannot continue at the present rate. Now that most everyone uses debit cards, resetting everyone back to zero is really only a matter of hitting a switch. I'm not suggesting bigger barns or hoarding, but the bottom line is, tissues and toilet paper could in reality be more valuable than dollar bills, very soon. It truly doesn't hurt to lay in a little supply of things we do use perpetually. Coffee drinkers, we absolutely know coffee is more valuable than money!
I shared with someone recently, that I've made a point of keeping my tithe in accessible cash on a monthly basis, and plan to pay my taxes as soon s the bill arrives this year. In dealing with banks, something became very clear, a number of years back. There is no slack or wait time in running my check through, as everything is virtually an e transaction now, but; deposits on the other hand, can take up to five days to post. So leave yourself some breathing room for working around a potential electronic glitch. This is not fearmongering, but merely a reminder as to how lopsided the economy is already functioning. I could be wrong, but I'm guessing we'll make it through the first Tuesday in November.
On a positive note, handling transactions in cash or having a few extra supplies on hand is also a great plan for the upcoming winter. It doesn't hurt to have a few extra cans of soup on hand or supplies that you know you'll use. Take an inventory of your pantry and cupboards. See what would be more valuable than money, just in case the powers that be hit the reset button. If we don't need the extras in the pantry, I'm sure we all know someone who could use a little help.
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