"Children"

“Children”

cji

2/1/16

Whole families brought within

some separated some not

over 15,000 at wars end

under the age of fifteen

accounted for having been

only about 1800 lived

some here other shipped

Auschwitz/Treblinka others

each was educated within

daily classes forbidden

held at the risk of death

education went on daily

happiness of being a child

innocence within memory

yet none can stay young

innocence/happiness shred

tears now dried and hidden

running upon my cheeks!

Copyright © 2016 – cji

"As Elsewhere"

“As Elsewhere”

cji

2/1/16

Many gifted and talented

grouped together en masse

unknown to their guards

some of the greatest/best

sent to earthly hell alive

having done no wrong

except to be Jewish

or different from others

gathered from cities

lost to the deafness

of those who could’ve

but what – now too late

as elsewhere completed

the ‘final solution!’

Copyright © 2016 – cji

"Ashes of Thousands"

“Ashes of Thousands”

cji

2/1/16

How many nameless here

buried in a common stop

estimated 15,000 souls

blended within death

as had been in life

extremes of men/women

taking unrighteous dominion

exercising insanity till death

torture, exposure, disease

ashes of thousands here

how many more elsewhere?

Copyright © 2016 – cji

"Welcomed Within" (a series on Terezin Concentration Camp)

“Welcomed Within”

cji

2/1/16

Passing veils of time and space

entering into sacred forbidden

history of times once hidden

plain sight for all to see

blinding by propaganda

thus most choose not to see

within a fortress centuries old

called a transfer camp to hold

still death lingers within today

how many thousand died

Terezin or Theresienstadt

somehow calling me back

to where once I’d been

escaping thought but not

the thoughts returning!

Copyright © 2016 – cji

"A Law" (the Law of Consecration - short essay)

The Law of Consecration is very interesting – as it is not equal distribution – but a fair distribution of all one has that they do not need or use. One example – my family has a farm and I raise an abundance of wheat. Our annual wheat usage is 1/16 of what we harvest – the other 15/16 would go into the ‘kitty or Bishop’s Storehouse’ to be then distributed on a need basis to other members in the community – or even further out if not all consumed – no one gets more than they need! Those who are unable to put into the ‘kitty’ would have to provide labor or other service – those with handicaps within their abilities – and those with age the same.

Another example – is that of ‘things’ – some have lots of things and others do not. Clothes – plastic containers – whatever – we’re to donate that which we are not using for the good of all.

Lastly – I’ve a five bedroom home – with 3 full baths – and another has a one bedroom home with one full bath. Is there an inequality – it would depend on needs. In fact our mortgage payments could be the same depending on when the homes were purchased. This is not inequality unless I was showing off – and did not need such a home – when we purchased the home it had three bedrooms and 2 full baths – but we’ve changed the interior of the home. And if needed it allows for our family to come and live with us if needed. Indeed – I might need to move to a smaller home – but with limited resources – my staying where I am might be more frugal due to the cost of housing.

Now another aspect of the Law of Consecration is that it is not a Commandment – but a Covenant! One is not to be Commanded in all things – otherwise they’re a slothful servant (see Matthew 25:26 and Doctrine & Covenants 58:26). Only those with a current Temple Recommend are within this Covenant. Yet, we’ve not been required to live it – but can do so of our own free will and choice.

You come visit my home – or we’re at Church – and you comment how much you like the tie I’m wearing  - I’d take it off and give it to you – I’ve other ties and you like this one. Or someone sees a piece of furniture we’ve and says how much they like (innocently – not trying to get it given to them) and by the prompting of the Spirit we give it to them. We’ve a stewardship for all Heavenly Father has blessed to be responsible for – here and now. When we give this to someone else it becomes their stewardship for a season.

However, many are greedy for the things of the world – hoarding much they’ll never use – and what they’ve goes to moth, rust, decay – or many times just gets lost and no longer useable.

  

Another thing which many do not consider is ‘knowledge’ – sharing what you know willingly and freely rather than making others learn the ‘hard’ way – they still have to have the desire to learn – and still have to study it out – but we can help them in many ways along the way. Mostly this involves our time!

The true sense of the Law of Consecration in a layman’s understanding is I’ve two pencils – you’ve none – I give you one of mine. And it is done without thought or after-thought – for the right reason – at the right time and the right place. We don’t do it for the world to see – but because it needed to be done.

Consecration is the solemn dedication to a special purpose or service, usually religious. The word consecration literally means "association with the sacred". Persons, places, or things can be consecrated, and the term is used in various ways by different groups.

“A Law”

cji

1/31/16

A law of obedience

covenanted with Father

in Holy Places only

yet well known

distorted by some

yet sacred by few

most cannot live it

those told to failed

too hard – too tough

understanding not

the law or covenant

consecration to do

as a way of life

when asked by Father!

Copyright © 2016 – cji

"Needing Each Other"

Dear Sisters and Brothers – over the past several days over and over the prompting has been to write the following; Inviting each to come for their meetings – to fellowship others – lifting up especially the newer members. This applies to any Church you choose to belong to but since this is from me – it would be my Ward and Stake more especially. As our world is going Heavenly Father needs all those who are enlisted – and His Son and our Savior has said,  “if you love me Keep My Commandments.”   

(Note – remember you can each choose to delete this at any time!)

There is a Commandment given – 3 Nephi 26: 32 And again, the Lord God hath commanded men … that they should not contend one with another;  … and that they should do none of these things; for whoso doeth them shall perish; and also another far more in importance, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength.” This we are told is the first commandment. And the second is like unto it, namely, “Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” [Mark 12:30–31.] 

Therefore my goal is to implore with love – that we each need each other!

We’ve some wonderful members of our Ward – who never attend – each with their personal reasons and each with their own choices. One of the three fold purposes of the Church is the ‘perfecting of the Saints’ which means you and I. Yet with so many non-attending for whatever reasons – this is most difficult to do. Yet, we’re to keep all of the Commandments. Thus neither you nor I can accomplish this Commandment by our self!

Yes we’ve many who attend regularly – and some once in a while. As many know I can only attend for the Sacrament due to my immune system – but it doesn’t mean I do not study – try to assist others – or in other ways participate in building up the Kingdom. Our roles change over the years – and we each are to do what we can.

Let me tell you a true story – it happened to my family and myself. When we first joined the Church over 42 years ago – in a very active Ward – it was filled to overflowing each Sabbath Day – and within every two or three months splits would occur. And with reason each Sabbath Day we would attend with high hopes – and invariably each Sabbath I’d find my bride in the Bishop’s office crying because of the mean things others would say about our oldest son. He was only 1 year old but had multiple birth defects – and people had some mean things to say about our exposing him to their children and scaring them. (Understand this was only a very small but vocal few – but even one is enough that it upset our feeling the spirit. We had serious choices to make – and the number one consideration was that we were going to attend Church every Sunday. The reason was the Church was true in spite of the meanness of some. It was difficult at times – but because we went for the right reason – to the right place and at the right time – we indeed could feel the Spirit that others apparently could not.

(Understand this is what happened to us – and most likely we’re in a very small minority.)

This is the same as today – we go not because of the members (which going for the other members is an excellent reason) – but because the Church is true and every Sunday it is the right place to be – at the right time and for the right reason. Yes we try to greet all - and make them feel welcome – we do all we can to try to lift the Spirit of others – and like some flourish others choose not to do so.

We will never let another interfere with our Testimony (which each must have) for it is our responsibility – and this means to have an active Temple Recommend – to be found fully in the service of our Heavenly Father – and to strive to learn and comprehend more and more of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

As I’ve indicated above – each is responsible for their testimony – yet for those new in the Church it is difficult without the strength of other’s testimonies and lifting up – to grasp this mighty change in their life.

Now each of those reading and receiving this must understand that they are fully responsible for their actions or in-actions.  Heavenly Father uses all of us as an example – a good example of a good example or a good example of a bad example – but all of us will be used – and sometimes the adversary steps in and uses us also.

Please understand this is written in love – we’re in the last days and our tribulations will continue to get more difficult the closer we live to the Commandments of God the Father and His Son. We’ll all experience the trials of Abraham – with no exceptions at some point in our lives.

None of us are perfect – we’ve been commanded to become as The Father and the Son are perfect (which in the Greek means – complete/whole) – and thus like them. Most of us feel this is one of the impossible commandments but none are impossible to attain. However, we need each other – to lift up – to cheer up and to set a good example of a good example.

This is the beginning of a new year – many are making resolutions – maybe one of them for each of us could be to reflect on our membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – and where we are in relationship to where we should or could be or would like to be. Nothing is easy which has eternal worth – nothing! However, long ago I learned it is easier to stand up rather than to just lie on the ground and get stomped.

Again nothing will be easy – some will be the same as the last time you encountered them – tuning into the Spirit requires fine tuning – but it is worth it – for each of you and for me and my family. We need to love one another – thus keeping the 1^st Great Commandment to Love the Father and the Son.

Remember we’re the membership of those Churches we’ve chosen to associate with and the attendance of most is barely making us stand up and be counted – each of us must be counted – we’ve to sustain our leaders – and the way we do this is to respect them – as being called by the Son – most are only human – but in order for us to sustain we’ve to live to the covenants we made at Baptism – renewing these covenants each Sabbath Day with the Sacrament – honor is what sustains Heavenly Father and the Son – as it also does our brothers and sisters. May God bless each of you this year – if you need help call (912-464-7922) if you’ve questions ask – I need each of you – as you need each of us – your brother in the Gospel of Jesus Christ amen – chuck ingerson

“Needing Each Other”

cji

12/31/15

Shaking hands of hello

extending smiles of hope

concerned questions

of family members

Visiting Teaching

Home Teaching

needing each other

learning names each

discerning new members

inviting the Spirit within

understanding tribulations

jumping into the refiners fire

accepting Abrahams trial

we need each other

for none can do it alone!

Copyright © 2015 – cji

(Photo Copyright © 2008 Sidna)“FBI finds most terrorism threat reports baselessFri Nov 7, 2008By Randall MikkelsenWASHINGTON (Reuters) - The FBI tracked about 108,000 potential terrorism threats or suspicious incidents from mid-2004 to November 2007, but most were found groundless, a Justice Department review found on Friday.The department's office of inspector general gave the figure in an audit of the FBI's terrorism case-tracking system, called Guardian, launched in 2002 after the September 11 attacks."The FBI determined that the overwhelming majority of the threat information documented in Guardian had no nexus to terrorism. However, as a result of information reported in Guardian the FBI initiated over 600 criminal and terrorism-related investigations from October 2006 to December 2007," the inspector general's report said.The report did not discuss the result of the investigations.FBI policy requires that each threat or suspicious incident reported by the public or other government agencies and law enforcement officers be reviewed to determine whether there is a link to terrorism.The report expressed concern over delays in the development of a related system, called E-Guardian, for sharing terrorism-related information with local law enforcement. It said the automated Guardian system had improved since it was first implemented, and the number of incidents tracked had grown dramatically.FBI spokesman John Miller said the agency had implemented steps to resolve concerns and it accepted recommendations made by the inspector general.(Editing by Mohammad Zargham)”My thoughts:This 600 out of 108000 represent ½ of 1% or .005556 – one of the purposes of Terrorism is to cause disruption! We don’t know what the 600 criminal investigations were about or what the outcomes were. Let’s say three – only three (3) – (.000002%) not anymore were involved the use of vectors (germs) or some simple homemade chemical – even something as simple as to take samples from a decaying carcass – plenty along the roadways and cultured (simple stuff in a HS science classroom or Mr. Wizard Science Kit). Or that they were being supplied by one of the major terrorist groups or nations funding terrorists and could get something exotic*.Now in a city the size of NY or Brooklyn – this culture is used to contaminate vegetables in a super market or even better the warehouses where the food is distributed to the major restaurants. Or someone going from restaurant to restaurant checking on the salad bars before deciding to eat at the place – many old folks like us do this to see if we’ll get our monies worth. Someone with this intent should be creative enough to spray unobserved the contaminate on the salad – especially the high use items – tomatoes – lettuce, etc. One could do multiple restaurants in a short time with several working in concert with others. Areas of Wall Street – and other high profile areas could be targeted – even a football game if one has an insider.Next for additional distribution – any of the grocery stores where high enders – politicians – etc. shop – hitting again the fresh veggies. Anyone doing this would not care much about detection on cameras as they’d be long gone before the results of their efforts would take effect.The idea is cause ‘panic’ or ‘disruption’ – in some cases death or a shutdown of the market place and even better a government. Thus the only difference would be the agent used. Now if this person or group are funded by Iran/China/Al-Qaeda and others who endorse this type of warfare – would have the means and agents to get to the points of distribution.To make one sick: Agent of Choice: Most cases of salmonellosis are caused by food infected with S. enterica, which often infects cattle and poultry, though also other animals such as domestic cats and hamsters[6] have also been shown to be sources of infection to humans. However, investigations of vacuum cleaner bags have shown that households can act as a reservoir of the bacterium; this is more likely if the household has contact with an infection source, for example through members working with cattle or in a veterinary clinic.Raw chicken and goose eggs can harbor S. enterica, initially in the whites of the eggs, although most eggs are not infected. As the egg ages at room temperature, the yolk membrane begins to break down and S. enterica can spread into the yolk. Refrigeration and freezing do not kill all the bacteria, but substantially slow or halt their growth. Pasteurizing and food irradiation are used to kill Salmonella for commercially-produced foodstuffs containing raw eggs such as ice cream. Foods prepared in the home from raw eggs such as mayonnaise, cakes and cookies can spread salmonella if not properly cooked before consumption. See Egg (food).· To Kill or Cause Plague: “The bacteria that cause plague and tularemia (the toxin which carries botulism), and hemorrhagic fever viruses (HFVs) such as Ebola and Marburg. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention think that these agents pose the greatest hazard to public heath, though they may not be the most likely choices for a terrorist attack.·Could terrorist groups use these agents?Not easily. Precisely because they are so deadly and contagious, these microbes are difficult to work with. In order to cause mass casualties, terrorist groups would also need to develop an effective means of dispersing them through the air, which would be difficult without specialized technical assistance. The agents would have to be converted into tiny particles by a specialized sprayer or milled into a very fine powder, then dispersed in an aerosol. But neither specialized sprayers nor milled, “superfine” versions of these agents are easy to come by.Terrorists might resort instead to using an agent to contaminate food or beverage supplies, but this method probably wouldn’t inflict mass casualties. Botulinum toxin might be the best candidate for food or beverage contamination, even though it is killed by thorough cooking.” (Note – one doesn’t cook salads.)The idea of not easily is based on our Western Culture where we value life! However a terrorist has not this value nor concern. One of the main exports of Iraq prior to this last war was – sprays – the agents theoretically could already be in place. Iraq ranked 2nd in the export of Cosmetics and personal care items over the past three years and Iran is ranked 4th (doubling its production in the past 3 years). China doesn’t rank at all – and yet in toothpaste, etc. we’ve seen what they can do.One must remember Saddam never in his fondest dreams thought he could win a war against the US and others. He had adequate time to bury jets – and disburse his supplies of gold, chemicals and biologics. Give the richest dictator in the world nine (9) months to two (2) years to hide – or otherwise distribute what they considered of value in warfare – they could do it. Many of the papers now being uncovered (translated) is proving up on this regardless to whether the media/press or politicians want to believe it or not. One doesn’t bring the Russian Spezna teams to get rid of perfumes. You don’t rinse out tanker trucks with gasoline for carrying only gold. One must apply a bit of common sense.Okay what’s the casualty count of this .000002% success ratio of a real terrorist action? In a make believe exercise of a plague in Denver – the city was shut down within 72 hours and the plague would not have been under any control and actually would’ve spread from the West Coast (Hawaii – Japan) and to the East (NYC – London) within this 72 hours. Once a person becomes infected they then become the ‘vector’ and they contaminate any who they come in contact with through normal contact – coughing – kissing – etc.Thus if the FBI report is going to be used – how will it be used? Not track anymore threats? – Not likely – even a blind fool wouldn’t do that unless they’ve a death wish or worse a destruction wish for man-kind. They should keep following up on what they get – not all horses are zebras – but some zebras are out there.What’s more important is the ability to move these threats through the complicated system of government – making a more viable connecting the dots possible.In the above case – worst case scenario would be the disabling of at least NYC/Brooklyn (one can do the numbers) – and if in the DC area the disabling of the Government for a period of time which cannot be measured until the vector is known.The best case is that people are sick – tie up hospitals and use up resources at a higher than normal rate. This is conditional that there is no rioting – and/or panicking – which are both more likely than not.One can guess that whoever was in bed with Saddam – or Iran and how much they really hate the US and its allies.chuck*Saddam knew defeat was at hand and thus nothing to lose in the dissemination of biologics/chemicals to sleepers, etc. throughout the world. Revenge is part and parcel of Terrorism.

“What to Think?”

cji

11/09/08

Let’s think nothing

we’re not involved

let another worry

watching tv today;

What to think or why

going to the mall

a big game later

not of my concern!

Copyright © 2008 – cji

"What of the Truth" (an essay)

"What of the Truth"

cji

10/4/15

Over time and multiple essays, poems and other writings I’ve tried to present ‘common sense’ truth backed by facts – historical events – the Scriptures and other evidences. However, mostly to fall on deaf ears, blinded eyes, and feelings tuned to the world and not to the reality of this world and our purpose for being here. Too many believe in the ‘Big Bang’ – ‘Evolution Theory as fact” – Creatio ex Niliho – and other ideas which make no sense and have never been proven (except by circular proofs – one teller quoting and another).

(Note: What follows needs to have a set of criteria placed upon it:

1.   One must literally read the Holy Bible

2.   One must literally read the Book of Mormon

3.   One must be striving to live all of the Commandments (all of the time)

4.   One must have a humble spirit and an open mind to feel the still small voice of the promptings of the Spirit to the truthfulness of all things

5.   One must want to know:

a.   Why they are here

b.   Where they came from

c.   Where they might someday go

d.   Who they really are.

There is no other way to discern truth in anything! If one is not obedient to the Commandments of God – God will not be mocked – he has said, “If you love me – keep my Commandments.” Therefore if one professes a love of God and keeps not his Commandments – of what value is their love? Now knowing none of us in mortality is ‘perfect’ (while as the Son has told us, “all should be as the Father and I are – perfect” means we should be repenting and attempting to be more so in our lives on a moment to moment basis. God knows of our true intent – and again he will not be mocked. Thus, if you really want to know truth it has to come from the Father and the Son – there is no other way to attain ‘truth’ – for all else is of the world and the world is truly an evil and wicked place which only tries to substitute guile for truth.)

To literally believe the Bible would mean one would have to read it on their own – without a mentor (who’s a financial interest) and thus to eliminate many of the various editions which have been altered to meet the belief of the editor(s) and various religions promoting its writings. (My recommendation would be to find an earlier edition of the King James or William Tyndale translations. Most of the revisions started in the late 1800’s and continue even today of the Bible as Scripture.) The Bible’s purpose was to testify of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as the Only Begotten of our Heavenly Father – who came to “Atone” for the sins of those born in mortality to this world.[i]

The Bible testifies of other Scriptures – even with all of the editing and transmission errors this still comes through loud and clear. Also, the common belief that what we’ve in the KJV is all there is places severe limitations on the Father and the Son. Therefore, there are other Scriptures – many of them – including the 3400 books lost in the current translation of the Bible. One of these books of Scripture is the Book of Mormon about those who left before the 600BC captivity of the Jews by the Babylonians. It represents almost 2000 years of teachings by the Savior to other people than those located in and around the lands of Jerusalem.

It is taught by the religions of the world that other Scriptures do not exist and that there is no need for them. This is done with good reason for their interests (and livelihood) is directly related to this teaching. If there were other Scriptures (especially the Book of Mormon) it would mean that the Heavens are open –that there is a Prophet of God on the earth once more – that the Church of the Savior is again restored. Therefore, almost all of the Christian world is warned against reading the Book of Mormon – as they are also to let these secular leaders interpret the Bible for them (thus being no need for one to read cover-to-cover – over again and again the Bible) putting in Greek Philosophy and other teachings of men/women to supplement the % they use of the Bible.

But as always I’m sure I weary those who take the time to read what I write – thus let me present what it is about truth that I know, understand, believe and testify of. There is no easy way (except obedience) to understand truth and return to our Father and his Son in the Celestial Kingdom.[ii] First I know the only eternal element found in the Scriptures is that of the family.[iii] Indeed we’re taught that whatever is not sealed on this earth (for those who could’ve been sealed) will not be sealed in heaven as there is no giving of marriage beyond this earth.[iv] One must always remember that the Father and the Son are the same always – otherwise they would cease to be God(s). They waver neither to the left nor the right – but their course is straight and sure and true.

Let’s digress on this idea of marriage and eternal sealing to be together as a family (all of one’s family – progenitors and posterity) it must be performed by one having authority given through the Son to his Prophets. If one reads Malachi 4:4-5[v] and truly seeks to know its meaning then one will understand the true nature of eternal marriage and its purpose. Eternal marriage can only be performed in the House of the Lord (a dedicated Temple) and only by those called of God. The ministries of men/women (or of the world) can only marry ‘till death do you part.’ No matter what authorities they claim their legal jurisdiction is only for the nation, state, city or community in which they were given their license to preach or officiate. While most of the worldly this means nothing to those who love dearly their family – wives loving husbands – husbands loving wives – parents loving their children and children loving their parents – without a Temple Marriage or Sealing – you’re only together during this mortal probation! This is an eternal truth! The Commandments, Laws and Statutes of the Father and the Son – must be obeyed.

(Note: When my wife and I were dating we spoke of Eternal Marriage – that if we were to marry it was to be for time and all eternity. The minister who we wanted to marry us – could not do this – and I questioned his authority – at which point he refused to marry us. After five years of marriage – through the Missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints I found where an Eternal Marriage could be performed (in addition to many other gospel truths which I’d been seeking). We learned of the Restoration of all things – and the Key’s given by Elijah to the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr. as stated in Malachi 4:4-5. We learned of Temples (the House of the Lord) and thus peace entered into our hearts and souls.)

The Scriptures when translated correctly are found to be clear, concise, and easy to understand by anyone who can read, see, hear and feel. Thus for those who are blinded by the world – made deaf by the chaotic noise – and cold to their feelings by lusts, greed, power, wealth, envy or pride – nothing is clear, concise or able to be understood. Choice to be obedient is an action each person must take on their own – i.e. faith to believe in Jesus Christ is an individual action (not just voided words). If one is to have faith they must choose to actively live their faith – believing and thus trusting in the Lord.

While most Christians claim this faith – few are willing to pay the price to separate themselves from peers – or basically the worldly aspects of their lives. Most are unwilling or unable to keep even the most basis of the Commandments (which here we’re talking about the Ten well known to the world). How many can’t stay away from the world on the Sabbath Day? How many swear or take the Lord’s name in vain? How many do not envy or lust after the things of others? Almost all churches or religions in the world have idols, statues, figurines, medallions, or other symbols to represent their worship or identify themselves, i.e. even the simple cross.

One does not relish seeing another who could have so much of the eternal blessings – accepting only the secondhand forage of the worldly – but one cannot make or persuade anyone to do anything against their will. One can wash the windows – open the doors – invite the Spirit to enter within – while only the friend or stranger must peer through the window – enter through the door – invite the Spirit within them. 

So what of the truth? Is there really any truth? Does any of this mortality matter? Does God really live? Should we be obedient to the Commandments set down by Him? Was there really a Jesus the Christ? Did he really atone for each of us individually? If you’re worldly it matters not what you give as an answer to any of these questions or thoughts – yes or no – are just answers – which without action mean nothing.

God will not be mocked! If you love him keep his Commandments (all of them – all of the time). Samuel taught, “…to obey is better than to sacrifice…”[vi] while the people of the world could care less. The true Saints or Disciples of the Savior and his Father understand this – are willing to take the ridicule of the world to be found within their flock – working in their gardens and toiling in their vineyards. Nothing is easy about truth to those who wish it were otherwise.

Wither will we be found? Striving to be obedient in all things – all of the time – knowing and loving our Savior and our Eternal Heavenly Father – believing the Scriptures literally – reading them ourselves and not hiring mentors? Will we awaken tomorrow – and be what we were yesterday or will we be become more like the Father and the Son (as we’ve been commanded) – loving, serving and obeying?[vii]

These things I leave with each of you to ponder – it’s really simple stuff – either it’s true or not – each can believe as they wish – but I testify to each of you that what I’ve written is true to the best of my knowledge of our Heavenly Father – his only begotten Son – our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ – that there is a Prophet of God on the earth this day – Thomas S. Monson – and a Quorum of Twelve Apostles. That all of the blessings found in the Scriptures can be literally each of yours – if you adhere to the Father’s Plan – in the name of his Son – Jesus the Christ – amen c/ork

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/sessions?cid=HP14GC&lang=eng

“What of the Truth”

cji

10/4/15

Over and over repeated

sound doctrine sweet

over and over questioned

what of the truth is asked

answered by many voices

some lying and others true

clamoring for our attention

or just the still small voice

which we choose is eternal

now and forever and ever

what of the truth do we know

sound doctrine sweet

over and over repeated!

Copyright © 2015 – cji

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[i] One must remember the Savior was not just the Savior for this world but for all of the worlds of which he had been delegated responsibility by the Father.

[ii] Paul teaches of the three degrees of glory to which we can obtain – and the Savior repeatedly teaches he prepares a place for those who are his disciples (as well as places for those who are not).

[iii] 1 Peter 3:7

[iv] Whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, Matt. 16:19 (Matt. 18:18; D&C 124:93; D&C 132:46).Ye were sealed with that Holy Spirit of Promise, Eph. 1:13I give unto you power, that whatsoever ye shall seal on earth shall be sealed in heaven, Hel. 10:7To them is power given to seal 

[v]  5 ¶Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord: 6 And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.

[vi] Samuel 15:22

[vii] 1 John 3 

"Choosing"

“Choosing”

cji

9/15/15

Finding misery often a choice

rather than that of the good

seeking happiness in the dark

closing windows to the air

breathing in the evil smoke

fresh air all about ignored

pulling the shades to light

sneaking within the darkness

rather liking the lack of sense

choosing misery rather than!

Copyright © 2015 – cji

"Which Role" (short essay)

“The Role of Churches in Political Correctness as this relates to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints*” cji 9/14/15

One has to be careful – whereas many churches play deep and heavy in politics – some do not – however – ramifications based on what membership does may not in many cases represent the stand of the churches. However, within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (*the Church) (which is a plum target of the IRS and current administration and many pulpits around the world) they’re looking for any excuse to get their hands on the Church (to make them bend to the rules of the world rather than the Father’s Laws) – remember in the 1830’s thru to the beginning of the 20^th Century – many leaders and members were arrested and applauded within the media and from the other pulpits of the times – including approval of rape, murder of women, children and men – adding to the murder of Joseph Smith, Jr. and others for not denying their testimonies. “Their testimony (and mine) that the Father and Son had appeared again in these latter-days and restored their Church here upon the earth as prophesied by both the Old Testament Prophets – the New Testament Apostles and the Prophets from the Book of Mormon. That this has happened – and we know it has happened and cannot deny it.”

Heavenly Father and the Savior Jesus Christ – do not run their Church according to either the politics of the time nor the intense feelings of the time – but based on the Commandments and Covenants made between them and the members. Where-as I can speak out against the policies of our nation’s current leaders and the absolute insanity of the many peoples with deviance from the Commandments – I cannot do this in my capacity as a member of the Church, but only as a person living in these latter-days.

Many are using the example of the BSA program and the radical changes forced by the worldly and how some have either accepted or withdrawn. Where scouting is concerned the value added for the young men (of our society) – is far higher than that which would be accomplished by boycotting the BSA in my mind. Any church which accepts to abide by the new rules – can still find much more value added than lost. However, one must accept the higher risks involved – which requires training from within their homes. So far none of these changes affect the Church* – and should not where the government or outside interest groups can try to intervene or force their actions on ours. Where-as the Church Colleges and Universities come under fire from the various outside interest groups who try to dictate civil laws on them. By decisions made decades ago – the Church has avoided complications with the worldly source of value systems. Worthiness is required within the Church which align themselves with the Commandments, Laws and Statutes of Heavenly Father and his Son – Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Each individual has to have covenants between themselves and Father – thru his Son. Whether we keep them or not is between us and the Lord – remembering that everything is predicated upon obedience. Everything in the Church is predicated upon worthiness – which equates to righteousness – not what the others see – but what Father sees and you individually see. There are a lot of inactive members and those who bend the rules, lie in interviews and try to circumvent the conditions of worthiness (but this can be found anywhere) – those who fall by the wayside for one reason or another. Many continue the trappings of being active but basically it’s social activity rather than real activity. This is a very difficult Church to belong to because all of your covenants are with the Father and the Son. One finds good or evil in all environments – it’s how it is addressed and corrected that’s important.

One remains silent when they’re not in compliance with the Commandments of God – however, this silence among those who are active in full obedience may not be recognized to other – but it is known to the Father or the Son. Actions speak much louder than words. The roles of many churches built of men/women vary greatly in political correctness – however with my experience in the Church – they do not. Some may deceive or get away for a season with incorrect behavior – but will each be called to accountability – while the majority who are active and strong and have a firm testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ do not vary and stand (while silent to the world) true to their covenants to the Father and the Son.

*These are my opinions and thoughts and do not in any way represent The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

“Which Role”

cji

9/14/15

Calling of the multitude

numbering each in turn

eliminating some/some not

all accountable to Father

which role they’re to play

obedient or disobedient

one must keep all

not just those of choice

all commandments

where some choose not

eliminating themselves

having been numbered

culling of the multitude!

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