Sunday, August 18, 2019

Ohio defunds Planned Parenthood, directs $7.5M to life-affirming pregnancy centers - Live Action News


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Ohio defunds Planned Parenthood, funnels $7.5M to life-affirming pregnancy centers
Governor Mike DeWine signed a budget bill directing millions to pregnancy centers. Planned Parenthood is being defunded of $1.5 million in annual state funds this year, while pro-life pregnancy centers are being allocated $7.5 million in Ohio’s state budget. Read more

 MORE PRO-LIFE NEWS 
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Tennessee could be the next state to push for an early ban on abortions, which is likely to be put up for a vote in January 2020. But this time, the bill is not just a ban on abortion at six weeks when a preborn child’s heartbeat can be detected — the goal is to make abortion illegal in the state. Read more

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Laura Klassen, founder of Canadian pro-life group Choice42, recently shared a post showing screenshots of Teen Vogue on Snapchat instructing minors on how to obtain abortions without their parents’ knowledge or permission. Read more

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The new Illinois Reproductive Health Act (RHA) stipulates that even 911 call records to abortion facilities will no longer be accessible to the public under the Freedom of Information Act — deliberately hiding information on the dangers of abortion from the public. In addition, no state abortion data whatsoever will be made available to the public. Read more

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Jordan Anchondo, 25, was one of the victims killed in the deadly shooting rampage at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas. Her family, stricken with grief at her sudden and unjust death, say it appears in her final moments she thought nothing of her own life and sacrificed herself to protect her infant son. Read more

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Troy Griffith works full-time as a mortgage broker… but he’s also a lover of country music. He recorded the song, “Ten by Twelve,” which was written about his daughter who has Down syndrome, and the music video has racked up thousands of views. Read more

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When it comes to culture, abortion advocates have some big goals. They want to see abortion positively portrayed in movies and television shows, and already, they’re getting their wish. Abortion is, indeed, being shown positively in media, but movies and television aren’t enough. Now, abortion advocates want video games to reflect a pro-abortion agenda. Read more

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South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a Democratic candidate for president, has declared his support for unrestricted elective abortion, describing even late-term abortion as a “religious” issue. In his role as mayor, Buttigieg has championed Whole Woman’s Health of South Bend, despite the fact that the abortion facility remains unlicensed. Read more

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Operation Rescue has uncovered a troubling 911 audio recording in which a Planned Parenthood employee in Aurora, Illinois called emergency personnel requesting assistance for a patient displaying suicidal tendencies. Read more

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If the facilities plan to continue receiving Title X funds they must state their intentions and plans for complying with the rules to the government by August 19. They must show that they are indeed complying with the rule by September 18. Read more


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What to Do When You Doubt God's Plan for Your Life - KENNETH REID CHARISMA NEWS

Doubting God is a crucial part of our faith. (danymena88/Pixabay.com)

What to Do When You Doubt God's Plan for Your Life

KENNETH REID  CHARISMA NEWS
Have you ever doubted God and His plan for your life?
Ever since I was about 5 years old and asked my parents, "Where did God come from?" asking questions has played an important role in my faith. I think that's the case for a lot of us. And ever since our parents answered with the most spiritual sounding version of "I honestly don't know" that they could come up with, uncertainty has been a big part of our faith too.
Questions are how we explore truth. And uncertainty is often just a reality that we all have to live with. But doubting God is different. Doubt is what happens when you ask a question and the answer doesn't satisfy, clearly define or measure up to your expectations. Doubt makes a lot of us feel very uncomfortable.
It makes those of us who tend to not ask many hard questions want to change the subject or just shrug their shoulders and happily concede, "I don't know, but God does, and that's all that matters." And it makes others of us who really struggle under the weight of unanswered questions feel like bad Christians for not having enough faith.
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Let's stop pretending we have it all together.
Christian conversations often sound a lot like automated emails. We have preprogrammed auto-replies that are triggered when certain things are said or certain questions are asked. You've heard these auto-replies before, I'm sure. Maybe you've even said them yourself.
"God doesn't give you more than you can handle."
"You can do all things through Christ."
"You just have to trust Him. He knows what He's doing."
These well-meaning responses often communicate something very different than intended. They cause many of us to see Christianity as a religion full of people who always seem to trust God completely and know just what to say in every circumstance. When we experience this enough, we begin to feel like something is very wrong with us when we struggle with doubting God. So instead of being honest about it, we keep quiet.
People don't need you to be strong. What people really need is for you to have the courage to be vulnerable about your struggles.
After all, we don't want anyone to think we don't trust God.
We think no one else struggles with doubt like we do, so doubting God and His plan is even more difficult to reveal to others.
Ultimately, we are not honest about our doubts because we're afraid of being judged. We'd rather look the part of a picturesque believer, even if that means pretending we have faith than being an honest believer with real questions.
We do this because we feel alone.
We think we're the only ones wrestling with doubt. But the truth is we're not alone. We have doubt, just like everyone else; we act like we have more faith than we really do, just like everyone else; and we refuse to be honest about it for fear of being judged, just like everyone else.
But people don't need you to be strong. What people really need is for you to have the courage to be vulnerable about your struggles. They need you to be an honest Christian who is willing to take a risk and say, "I'm really struggling here. I don't have an answer, and while I'm striving to trust God, it's hard to hold on."
Ultimately, we are not honest about our doubts because we're afraid of being judged.
Honesty breaks others' walls down and helps them know that their struggles are normal. When we are honest about our struggles, it gives other people the freedom to be honest too. And when one person is vulnerable, others usually follow suit.
Honesty, gives God more to work with.
But we can't just be honest with each other. We have to be honest with God, and doubting God is a crucial part of faith.
God certainly isn't afraid of or offended by your questions. He isn't an insecure dictator who wants obedience without questions. He is a loving Father who wants you to trust Him with sincerity like any child should. So He welcomes our questions and doubts.
There was a man in the Bible who desperately needed a miracle from Jesus. When Jesus asked if the man really believed He could help, the man said, "Then I believe. Help me with my doubts," (Mark 9:24, MSG).
It is honesty, not a "fake it till you make it" attitude, that can truly lead to peace. 
Ken Reid is a writer who inspires people to throw away their masks by being honest about his own doubts, fears and failures. Follow him on Instagram and find more great content at HonestChristian.org.
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[SIGN] Spiritual Myopia

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Spiritual Myopia

By Morris Ruddick on Aug 17, 2019 02:11 pm
SPIRITUAL MYOPIA Radical change came for the generation following Solomon. It involved revolt and a time of chaos against the House of David. Its dynamics punctuate the role issues of spiritual short-sightedness can have on God’s best for His people during serious times of change. In the role served by the government of God, it […]

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Lauren Daigle's Sold Out Crowd Joins Her for Beautiful Spontaneous Moment of Worship - CBN News Will Maule, Faithwire

Lauren Daigle performs "You Say" at the Billboard Music Awards on May 1, 2019. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
Lauren Daigle's Sold Out Crowd Joins Her for Beautiful Spontaneous Moment of Worship
08-17-2019
“We’re gonna change things a little bit,” Lauren Daigle announced to the crowd during a show in Vancouver on Sunday.
The “You Say” singer, was diverging from her planned set list to worship, asking the crowd if they knew the popular hymn, “I Exalt Thee,” before breaking into a beautiful, harmony-riddled version of the track.
Daigle, known for writing music that is heavily influenced by her Christian faith, had no trouble getting her fans to sing along. The sell-out crowd began belting out the lyrics, “I exalt thee, O’ Lord,” over and over again.
You can see the awesome moment in a video posted to Daigle’s Instagram page, with the caption, “Spontaneous Worship Moment in Vancouver.”
As Daigle begins to get the crowd involved, he band steps in an incredible few moments of worship break out. It’s hard not getting chills watching it all come together.
“Well, that wasn’t the plan,” Daigle jokes as the song comes to an end.
Many have been commenting on the post to show their appreciation for Daigle and boldness to leading the large crowd in worship.
“This is my favorite moment, when the Spirit moves in the room and the band just stops the concert to worship!” one person noted.
“One of my favorite worship songs of all time,” another added. “I can feel the spirit through the video. I can’t imagine the feel in the room.”
The Gospel Music Association has nominated Daigle for six Dove Awards ahead of the 2019 ceremony, due to take place in Nashville on October 15.

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Saturday, August 17, 2019

Our new website was launched on Aug. 28, 2019! - Love For His People ministry


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The one where Yeshua HaMashiach will return through!


Our new website was launched on  Aug. 28, 2019!
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Aug. 30, 2019

Our brand new, totally revamped from the ground up website is now online.


Our new website was launched on  Aug. 28, 2019!
Click here: Love For His People ministry

It has been in the works for 3 months, having its own ".com" address and no longer tied to Google Blogger and their confining dishonest, unregulated, conservative-restricted algorithms of oppression.

Our God always wins! Yeah, Lord!

We are grateful for the social media production company that has been assembling the pieces, and I know you will like it as I do. It will be easier to map your way around; see Now Think On This messages as always; news from around the world, especially Israel; and of course photos galore. Yes!

And...we will have the continuation of the LoveMusic! and "Walk With Me" videos as you have come to love too.

You will also be able to buy my 24 books right from our website. Now, won't that be special! (I know you want to keep your "Steve Martin Library" complete. How many do you have already??!!)

The Lord has often done great things in Laurie's and my life in the month of August (with the #8 - Hebrew word "chet" - man's ability to transcend limits of physical existence, teacher, new birth, abounds in strength.") 

Jesus has done it again!

So...get ready. Almost set. Then let's go!

Ahava and shalom,

Steve Martin
Founder/President
Love For His People ministry
Charlotte, NC USA











Our new website was launched on  Aug. 28, 2019!
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"Waterfall" - Steve & Laurie Martin, All Nations Church 1999 - worship team



"Waterfall" - Steve & Laurie Martin
All Nations Church 1999 - worship team


Published on Jun 10, 2017

"Waterfall" - Steve & Laurie Martin, All Nations Church 1999 - worship team

"Waterfall" song written by Rob Critchley of the Canadian kind... Charlotte, NC - church location off Granite Street Sunday morning service Patti McPherson, Ruth Davis, John Kirwin, Gilbert Crespo, Ron Bowen, Bob Smith, - Pastors Mahesh and Bonnie Chavda Original tracks recorded by John O'Leary on soundboard. Videos filmed and shared by Steve Martin - to give appreciation to and love for those we support, through Love For His People, Inc.