CSN Sunday - LightWing Messages for 2/20/2022
The Lord Appears to Solomon
When Solomon had finished the temple of the Lord and the royal palace, and had succeeded in carrying out all he had in mind to do in the temple of the Lord and in his own palace, the Lord appeared to him at night and said:
“I have heard your prayer and have chosen this place for myself as a temple for sacrifices.
“When I shut up the heavens so that there is no rain, or command locusts to devour the land or send a plague among my people, if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place. I have chosen and consecrated this temple so that my Name may be there forever. My eyes and my heart will always be there.”
“As for you, if you walk before me faithfully as David your father did, and do all I command, and observe my decrees and laws… “
“But if you turn away and forsake the decrees and commands I have given you and go off to serve other gods and worship them, then I will uproot Israel from my land, which I have given them, and will reject this temple I have consecrated for my Name. I will make it a byword and an object of ridicule among all peoples. This temple will become a heap of rubble. All who pass by will be appalled and say, ‘Why has the Lord done such a thing to this land and to this temple?’ People will answer, ‘Because they have forsaken the Lord, the God of their ancestors, who brought them out of Egypt, and have embraced other gods, worshiping and serving them—that is why he brought all this disaster on them.’” 2 Chronicles 7:8-22 (KJV) ===================== =====================
A Prayer for Wednesday Morning
“Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of Heaven and Earth, and the God and father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from Heaven in pity and compassion upon me Thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before Thee, sensible of Thy mercy and my own misery… Help all in affliction or adversity – give them patience and a sanctified use of their affliction, and in Thy good time, deliverance from them; forgive my enemies, take me unto Thy protection this day, keep me in perfect peace, which I ask in the name and for the sake of Jesus. Amen” George Washington
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FOUNDER’S MESSAGE:
This coming Monday is George Washington’s birthday and a day that is more popularly known as President’s Day, although many Americans have a mistaken notion about the original intent of what has become a three-day holiday weekend. However, the true meaning has not escaped Jason Yates, the Director of MyFaithVotes. Our message today is from him and focuses upon George Washington’s warning to America, which I consider that message from Washington a prophetic message and applicable to Americans today. Additionally, in today’s “Recommended Reading” section, I have included a link to an article I wrote on the Father of our Country back in 2017. It covers similar territory as that offered by Jason Yates. But, our hope is that readers will enjoy his perspective on Washington’s warning to his posterity. We hope readers could enjoy all of our features – especially there are ten videos of great value and a few videos connected to the valiant fight for freedom going on in the north country. Have a great President’s Day W/E!
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Our First President's Warning to the Nation
By Jason Yates
2/17/2022
On February 22, our nation will once again honor the 46 esteemed individuals who hold the title and distinction of President of the United States of America.
Many Americans may not realize that the federal holiday tethered to a long weekend was never officially named Presidents' Day. Instead, "George Washington Day" began as a way to honor our nation's first president on his birthday. States like Virginia, Illinois, Iowa, and New York still recognize the day by this title.
In 1971, the Uniform Monday Holiday Act pivoted what had been a day to remember Washington into a celebration for the presidency in general. And thanks to advertising campaigns for holiday sales, the term "Presidents' Day" became popularized and largely accepted.
One of the longest-running yet little-known traditions in our nation is reading George Washington's 1796 Farewell Address in the United States Senate chamber to celebrate this day.
More than just announcing he wasn't running for a third term in office, Washington's words served as an inspiration and warning to a nation struggling to preserve its union. In today's divisive political atmosphere, senators and Americans would do well to take heed of his letter addressed to "friends and fellow-citizens."
In 1862, Tennessee Senator (and future president) Andrew Johnson addressed the Senate, stating, "In view of the perilous condition of the country, I think the time has arrived when we should recur back to the days, the times, and the doings of Washington and the patriots of the Revolution, who founded the government under which we live." Thus began the long tradition of reading Washington's Address as a way to strengthen a nation divided by civil war. In the same year, President Abraham Lincoln instituted public readings of the "immortal Farewell Address" as a way to celebrate Washington's birthday.
By 1896, reading the document became an annual tradition in the Senate on or around Washington's Birthday, with the two political parties reading its contents on alternating years. The public delivery takes about 45 minutes. After each reading, the appointed senator signs a leather-bound book maintained by the secretary of the Senate, often adding personal comments and reflections on Washington's poignant words.
What is the significance of this Farewell Address? At 64 years old and suffering from physical and political strain, our nation's Founding Father decided he would not seek a third term in the nation's highest office. On September 19, 1796, instead of addressing Congress, Washington delivered his news to the American people through the Philadelphia Daily American Advertiser, which later spread through various papers around the country.
It quickly became the most notable address in the nation. According to John Avlon, the letter was more widely reprinted than the Declaration of Independence for the first 150 years of our republic.
I imagine that behind his letter to a nation was a longing for an indivisible fraction, only divided by state lines. Throughout his address, Washington stressed the need for unity and warned that a grave threat to the union would be the formation of political parties.
He believed unity of government and people was key to the country's survival, saying, "The unity of government which constitutes you one people is also now dear to you. It is justly so; for it is a main pillar in the edifice of your real independence, the support of your tranquility at home, your peace abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very liberty which you so highly prize. But as it is easy to foresee that, from different causes and from different quarters, much pains will be taken, many artifices employed, to weaken in your minds the conviction of this truth…"
Washington recognized, and we at My Faith Votes are keenly aware, that faith is the central foundation of this sacred unity and our best hope for the nation.
Washington reminded the American people of the importance of religion and morality for our society, writing that not even education should replace religion, "Let us with caution indulge the supposition that morality can be maintained without religion. Whatever may be conceded to the influence of refined education on minds of peculiar structure, reason and experience both forbid us to expect that National morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principle."
He urgently reminded a young America that "Democracy is less a system of government than it is a system to keep government limited, un-intrusive." He continued, "a system of constraints on power to keep politics and government secondary to the important things in life, the true sources of value found only in family and faith."
As we honor those who have served in America's highest office, may we reflect on the words from our first president and choose to stand for what is foundational to our nation. Politicians and citizens should cherish faith as it is critically important to personal and national well-being. May we heed Washington's warning and remember that faith makes essential contributions to the strength and freedom of our nation.
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Onward and Upward!
From Ray Charles: America The Beautiful by Ray Charles - (Live in Washington, D.C.) - 10/14/2014
From Dutch Sheets Ministries: God’s Heart for the Nations - 2/17/2022
Independence Day Tribute: "This Is My Song” Independence Day Tribute: "This Is My Song" - 7/4/2011
From Dialogues: Jordan B. Peterson: Cruelty | Charles Joseph | The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast S4: E80 - 2/3/22
From Revv52 of Calgary, Alberta: O Canada - A Prelude and Anthem - 6/30/20
From FOX News - Tucker: Sports reporter Michele Tafoya's shocking reason for leaving NBC - 2/16/2015
From Bethel Music (LIVE): No Longer Slaves (LIVE) - Jonathan and Melissa Helser | We Will Not Be Shaken - 2/17/2015
From Dr. Preston Moon: Seizing Opportunities to Become Better #shorts - /2/2022
From Newsmax TV - Stinchfield: Nunes: We must reclaim our communications architecture from the Big Tech tyrants - 2/17/22
From Beckah Shae - Beckah Shae - Awake (Official Video) - 10/6/20
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American Minute by William J. Federer - American Minute for February 18 - One of the best-selling novels in history was published this day in 1678. It is an allegory of man's journey to a celestial city, written by John Bunyan who was imprisoned for many years for preaching without a license.
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Podcast - From Modern Wisdom w/ Jordan Peterson: Your Life Is Built For More (4K) | Modern Wisdom - Podcast 436 - 2/17/2022
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Recommended Reading…
From CBN News: Shelling in East Ukraine, Russia Nuclear Drill Raise Tension - 2/20/2022
From Christianity Daily: Canadian Pastors: Trudeau 'Not King Of Canada', Tyrannical Acts Opening Nation to Judgment - 2/19/2022
From CBN News: Indian Gov't Approves Demolition of 20-foot Jesus Statue in Christian Village After Pro-Hindu Group Complains - 2/20/2022
From The Christian Post: Marriage offers significant benefits for men and women but eludes many, study finds - 2/18/2022
From Christianity Daily: US 'People's Convoy': American Truckers, Pilots Preparing To Storm DC Against COVID Tyranny - 2/17/2022
Review> From The Christian Post: Understanding God's Purpose For Your Life: Gaining 'Everyday Discernment' - 2/3/22
From Communities Digital News (D. Jamison): President George Washington warns against political divisiveness - 10/27/2017
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What affects one, can affect all!
* News From The Growing Free Union -
From The Victory Channel - FlashPoint: Secret Flights!? Have You Heard About the Border? | Kari Lake & Sheriff Mark Lamb - 2/3/22
* News From Our Canadian Neighbors -
From Red Voice Media: In Ottawa, an Elderly Woman Called for Peace and Love Before Being Trampled by the Police - 2/18/22
From Freedom Convoy 2022 - Clyde Do Something (podcast): *Breakdown* Reporter Shot by Ottawa Police Point Blank - 2/20/22
From IrnieracingNews: Okanagan Freedom Convoy 2022 - Osoyoos BC "Hailey Lewis Music" Feb.19, 2022
From Freedom Convoy 2022 - Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson: Corporal Danny Bulford Speaks to Recent Police Arrests in Ottawa | Live with Laura-Lynn - 2/18/22
News From California -
From FOX News: Lawrence Jones investigates California's homeless crisis - 2/20/22
News From Florida -
From FOX News: Florida receives 118 million domestic visitors in 2021 - 2/19/22
From Washington Examiner: Florida to consider legislation aimed at the 'fatherhood crisis' - 2/15/22
News From Illinois -
From CBN News: IL Circuit Court Awards Over $374K in Attorney Fees to Christian Nurse Forced to Refer Women to Abortion Services - 2/20/2022
News From North Carolina -
From FOX News: Dad's school board speech goes viral: We're 'taking back the wheel' - 2/18/22
News From West Virginia -
School district sued after Evangelical revival assembly prompts walkout - 2/18/22
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Recommended Resources - follow the links…
Excellent Election Education Resource: US 2020 Election Fraud at a Glance
Excellent Non-Partisan Election Resource: Election Integrity Project California
Excellent Citizen-Patriot News Resource: Steve Bannon's War Room
Excellent Citizen-Patriot News Resource: From Frank Speech - the Home of Free Speech
Excellent Citizen Comprehensive Resource: David Horowitz Freedom Center
Excellent Citizen Activist Resource: Precinct Strategy: Home
Excellent Christian Homeschool Resource:
https://ed-exit.com/
Excellent Guide to Protecting Families: A Guide to Protecting Your Family From the Coming Insurrection and Violence 1 ARE YOU SAFE?
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