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Book Review: “Reckoning With Power” by David Fitch

February 24, 2024
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Book, Media and Movie Commentaries, Linguistics and Language Series, Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

Fitch begins the introduction to his heretical work with two basically-flawed premises that there are “only two types of power in the world” and that “God’s power is never coercive.” “I hope you will put up with me in a little foolishness. Yes, please put up with me! I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I might present you as a pure virgin to him. But I am afraid that just as Eve was...

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“I Am He”: Recognizing Sorcery and Femme-Pagan Practices In and Out of the Church (Part III)

December 31, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

Since learning about a woman who composed and led a group of people to recite/spell-cast the heretical “Sparkle Creed” several weeks ago, I’ve been trying to wrap my head around how to speak about this in some meaningful way. In my mind, I think of many angles by which one might try to grab hold of this slimy, slippery, multi-headed beast of a thing–many of which other siblings in Christ have already thrown their lassos rightfully out upon in various...

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“I Am He”: The Pronouns of Yahweh (Part I)

December 14, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

In John 18 we are given an account of the arrest of Jesus that led to the completion of His earthly mission: the fulfillment of the law and the prophets as Messiah, and His atonement/propitiation for our sins through His death on the Cross in order to bring us into right relationship with the Father; through full faith in Jesus Christ and baptism into His death, we have been given the right to become children of God. Judas led an...

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Because I Wrote About GLOO Last Night…

December 6, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

Because I wrote about GLOO last night on social media and engaged in related internet searches, this morning I awoke to see the following ads in my Facebook newsfeed. It was a surprising amount that Facebook quickly used its algorithms to flash before my eyes. I expanded a number of them and did screenshots, and I will insert some commentary on some. I really could have kept scrolling and gathering more quite easily but I figured this was enough to...

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The “Child” in One Hundred Years

August 13, 2023
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Covid Pandemic Issues, Information and Ethics, Religion, Politics and Current Events, Women's, Family, and Recovery Issues, Writings, Writings on Violence in its Various Forms

Last year one of my sons texted me a photo and said, “And then THIS happened.” He was showing me the results of his red heeler “knocking up” a friend’s aging beagle. I saw on my phone screen nine nursing pups with eyes yet closed. About a month later, this was the scene… This morning I went to search a certain biblical story on YouTube, but became distracted with the first link that showed/was suggested in my customized feed (the...

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To Teach is To Touch a Life Forever (A Conversation Thanks to John and Harmon)

July 30, 2023
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Family Outlines and Assorted Collectibles, Life Stories, Personal Writings, Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

Both a grandfather and a great-grandfather of mine were pretty much contemporary colleagues of sorts– school teachers in the early 1900’s. My father’s maternal grandfather, Harmon Grimm, taught school school near Trego, Maryland. I do not know what ages or any details, but a family member said he also had a side hustle selling cut timber. My mother’s father, John Curry Linger, was a school teacher in Buckhannon, West Virginia. He also managed a family homestead and it is reported...

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But, the Kids Feel ‘Safer’ With That Flag

June 19, 2023
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Book, Media and Movie Commentaries, Linguistics and Language Series, Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings

It’s almost 5:30 pm here on another mad Monday…with a lot going on. I pause to share this talk that I’ve eleven minutes into while doing dishes (after making two quiches, a blackberry pie and ham soup for my next several days). In between a multitude of other tasks. This is going to be an interesting discussion and many, like me, may have time (or make time) to listen to worthy conversations while driving, washing dishes and perhaps even working...

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Weaponized Empathy, Oppression and Social Justice (Deconstructionism Deconstructed Part II)

June 6, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings, Writings on Violence in its Various Forms

Passing along another worthy commentary dissecting and parsing current social justice theory as many (like myself) previously thought it to be versus what it actually is. I came across a talk by this woman last night on YouTube which was very good and prompted my sharing of WILL YOU LIE FOR OTHERS? I then subscribed to her channel and this talk came up today. I admire how capable she is of rational, critical thinking and calm, methodical presentation. Highly recommend...

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WOKE-ese Virtue Signaling

June 1, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Writings, Writings on Violence in its Various Forms

Every cultural, political and religious movement has its own accompanying linguistics that develops as the adherents grow and strengthen both their power and identity. Linguistics serve a sociological function of giving subtle cues whether one is truly in the group or not in the group. There is nothing new under the sun (so it is written) and I suppose this sociological tool has served some purpose since the beginning of humankind. Sound bites and shorthand cues are subtle and easier...

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Full Tilt Misogyny

March 20, 2023
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Religion, Politics and Current Events, Women's, Family, and Recovery Issues, Writings, Writings on Violence in its Various Forms

Audrey Hepburn remains an iconic figure whose image has been engraved in the minds of both earlier and later generations as exemplifying womanly beauty, stage presence, talent, style and an adorable mix of sweetness–with a pinch of edgy sass. One cannot look at her delicate frame, her sweet-demure gaze, her perfectly styled hair and edgy feminine attire (including her iconic white gloves) nor watch her dance without feeling some type of magnetism. She could easily be the subject of many...

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Eileen Slifer

I am a visual artist who works in a variety of mediums - producing fine art, illustration and design commissions/products for clients. I have been creating since childhood and sharing my giftings for hire since 1989. I also love to write and have been expressing in this way for a number of years in private poems, stories and journals that have been shared with treasured friends or publicly. Thank you for visiting my blog. I value the time and interest you spend on my expressions, and I read every comment.

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