My wife heard about this yesterday on the radio. It seems that Planned Parenthood had their panties in a bunch about these ads.

Anti-Abortion Billboard Controversy: MyFoxNY.com

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Dope Kicks, Classic Hip Hop... R.I.P. Guru!

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Tiny church finds original King James Bible

Hilmarton, England (CNN) - A little English village church has just made a remarkable discovery.
The ornate old Bible that had been sitting in plain view on a table near the last row of pews for longer than anyone could remember is an original King James Bible - one of perhaps 200 surviving 400-year-old original editions of arguably the most important book ever printed in English.
In fact, the Bible at St. Laurence Church in Hilmarton, England, was sitting right under a hand-lettered sign saying it was an original.
The sign said it had been found in "the parish chest" in 1857, that the cover had been added, and that it was the second of the two impressions published in 1611 - the year of first publication.
But no one knew whether to believe it, parish council member Geoff Procter said. As the anniversary of publication in 1611 approached, they decided it was worth investigating.
"We had no way of knowing whether it really was a 1611 Bible so we had to get it verified somehow," he said.
He and two other church members took it to a specialist, the Rev. David Smith at the Museum of the Book in London.
Smith knew immediately what he was looking at, Procter said.
"We put it on his table and he opened it and immediately he said, 'Yes, this is a 1611 Bible,'" Procter remembered.

 Smith identified it thanks to a printing error - a place in the Gospel of Matthew that should say Jesus entered the Garden of Gethsemane and spoke to his disciples instead says that Judas, who betrayed Jesus to the Romans, entered the garden.
That the St. Laurence Bible had that error, but not another one in the Book of Ruth, enabled Smith to pinpoint exactly when the book had been printed, Procter explained.
"We realized that this is quite an important find," he said, and last month the church quietly announced the discovery in the diocese newsletter.
They hesitated before going public, Procter said.
"It was one of those discoveries that we wondered if we should tell everybody or tell nobody," he said. "And we thought that as it was the 400th anniversary, we should talk about it."
St. Laurence Church is far from the only one talking about the King James Bible this year - the Globe Theatre in London is planning a reading of the whole thing in the days before Easter, and a literary festival has already done one. Cambridge University has an exhibition, and the King James Bible Trust lists dozens of special events planned this year to mark the anniversary.
The reason is simple, said Moira Goff of the British Library.
The King James Bible is "so embedded in us that we can't overstate the significance of it," she said.
It's the source of dozens of phrases and concepts that have become part of the English language - "an eye for an eye," "born again," "eat, drink and be merry," "God forbid."
Experts point out that the King James is based on at least two earlier major English translations, so its creators were editors as much as originators of these phrases, but it is the King James Bible that the great English writers knew, Goff said.
"It's passed entirely into the English language, into the thinking of English speakers around the world," she said.
Its influence has been greater than that of Shakespeare, she argued.
"I think it's permeated the language in ways that we can't count as we can count Shakespeare, influencing people's religious thinking, influencing people's social thinking in a way that Shakespeare probably does now - but that's a more recent development," she said.
"It's the Bible that was read to people in church every week," she explained. "The great literary figures from the early 17th century onwards, this was their daily reading. It passed into their works," she said, citing John Milton and John Bunyan among others.
But the King James Bible shouldn't be reduced to merely its influence on writers, she said.
"I think we have to be very careful in looking at the Bible only as a work of literature. It is also Holy Scripture and I think that makes it a different sort of book than the great works of literature," she said. "It will be read by people who will possibly never read Shakespeare or Milton."
The St. Laurence discovery is very unusual, she said. Perhaps 200 copies of the 1611 printings of King James Bibles are known to exist, she estimated. No one knows how many were printed, she added, but she guessed that the number was probably around 1,000.
Most of the surviving copies are in institutions, such as major libraries at universities, colleges and cathedrals in the United Kingdom and United States, she said.
"Some of them may be in private collections," she added, saying there is no way to know how many such copies there might be.

The sign hanging above the Bible, announcing its origins.

The St. Laurence discovery is technically a fragment, not a Bible, since it is missing a few pages (including most of the first pages of Genesis, up to chapter 4, verse 17) and has been trimmed at the top to fit the wooden cover added in Victorian times.
But it fits a pattern, she said. As King James Bibles got old and needed to be replaced, many were tucked away as church treasures, as seems to have happened with the St. Laurence Bible.
The people of St. Laurence Church are now trying to raise money to build a special case so they can keep their Bible in use and on regular display.
That would make the church more or less unique so far as Goff knows, although she speculated that there just might be a few village churches still using their 400-year-old Bibles.
"It's possible there are one or two churches that have gone on doing it and they just haven't thought to say," she said.
"People are now beginning to realize the value of this particular edition. This is the 400th anniversary and there is a lot more emphasis on it," she said.
"They value it. They want to keep it and they want to use it."

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We Can Be More Weekend

My wife and I will be going on a weekend get away at Golden Bear Cottages in Big Bear. This event was planned by my church so there are at least five couples traveling together. I'm really excited about this trip. More so, because it will be an opportunity to spend time with my wife. We haven't taken a vacation in over ten years. Matter of fact, we haven't taken a vacation since we've been married. At first I was disappointed that we were gonna have six hrs down time with no classes but now I'm kind of looking forward to it. I hope that their is still snow up there when we arrive.

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It's Christmas in April!

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Free Mixtape: KB - Who is KB?

“Who is KB?” is a dynamic compilation of songs that introduces KB to the world. His personal testimony and mission is expressed creatively through vivid lyrics. KB explains how trusting in God for guidence in his life has exposed him to new and unexpected opportuities where his gifts and talents can be used for the glory of the Lord. By the last song, listeners will become familiar with KB’s musical style and recognize just who KB actually is.

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file this under "grace"

Good Morning

The Law of the  Lord  Is Perfect To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David.

1 The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above  proclaims his handiwork. 2 Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge. 3 There is no speech, nor are there words, whose voice is not heard. 4 Their voice  goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them he has set a tent for the sun,

Psalm 19:1-4

Do You Ever Find Yourself Reading Your Spouse's Books?

We used to have a small group meetings in my house every Wednesday. Unfortunately we no longer have them but they were fun while they lasted. We were able to make alot of new friendships with the brothers and sisters at P4CM.

My wife has continued to fellowship with the ladies on a weekly basis. It's just like in Acts. They recently started reading W. Phillip Keller's 'A Shepherd Looks At Psalm 23'. So far I've just read the intro and it looks very interesting. It's a pretty easy read (so far) and not a very big book either.

This is definitely encouraging me to hook up with some men of God for fellowship and do life together. Keep me in prayer.

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The More Things CHANGE, The More They Remain The Same

Obama continues the war in Iraq and Afghanistan and now he has waged war against Libya. There are news reports that 45 people are confirmed dead since Saturday's bombing. Interestingly, more have died in Afghanistan since Barry took over than in all of W's eight in office. So much for being an anti war president...

Apple could face iPad 2 component shortages

NEW YORK — Apple could face shortages of components for the iPad 2 because of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, according to a research firm. "The aftermath of the Japanese earthquake may cause logistical disruptions and supply shortages in Apple Inc.'s iPad 2, which employs several components manufactured in the disaster-stricken country," IHS iSuppli said. IHS iSuppli, which conducted a "teardown" analysis of the iPad 2, said the components included the battery from Apple Japan, an electronic compass from AKM Semiconductor, NAND flash memory from Toshiba, DRAM dynamic random access memory from Elpida Memory and touchscreen glass "likely" from Asahi Glass. It said some of the suppliers were undamaged but they were likely to face logistical difficulties as well as problems getting raw materials. "The various challenges are being compounded by interruptions in the electricity supply, which can have a major impact on delicate processes, such as semiconductor lithography," IHS iSuppli said. "These issues may come at a time when Apple is rushing to ramp up iPad 2 production to meet stronger-than expected demand for the device," it added. IHS iSuppli said some of the components could be sourced elsewhere. It said NAND flash memory, for example, is available from South Korea's Samsung and Micron Technology of the United States. "Similarly, the Elpida DRAM component can be alternatively sourced from Samsung," it said. The iPad 2 went on sale in the United States a week ago and is scheduled to hit stores in around two dozen other countries on March 25. Apple announced this week it was delaying the release of the iPad 2 in Japan because of the disaster. Source

What should I look for in a church?

1. Expositional preaching. Does the pastor preach God’s Word, or his own ideas? Does he allow Scripture to set his preaching agenda, or does he pick topics by some other criteria?
2. Biblical theology. Does the church openly confess key biblical doctrines? Do the leaders consistently teach sound doctrine?
3. A biblical understanding of the gospel. Does the church clearly proclaim the good news about what Jesus Christ accomplished for sinners in his death and resurrection? Consistently?
4. A biblical understanding of conversion. Does the church teach that people must be born again in order to enter the kingdom of God (John 3:1-8)? Does the church teach that in order to become a Christian, a person must repent of sin and trust in Christ, both of which are ultimately gifts of God?
5. A biblical understanding of evangelism. Does the church preach the gospel to non-Christians and encourage its members to do the same? Does it understand that it’s our responsibility to preach the message of salvation yet God is the only one who can do the saving?
6. Biblical church membership. Does the church take membership seriously by seeking to ensure that its members faithfully attend? Does it encourage members to fulfill the biblical “one-anothers” with each other?
7. Biblical church discipline. Does the church lovingly, patiently practice church discipline?
8. Biblical discipleship and growth. Does the church expect and equip its members to grow spiritually? Does the church encourage its members to disciple one another? Growing as a Christian should be normal, not exceptional.
9. Biblical church leadership. Is the church led by godly, qualified men? Does the church look to Scripture to determine its leadership structure?

I Heart John Piper in Greek

Throwback Thursday!

You found my heart in the tomb
Wrapped up all lifeless and bruised
I was the living dead
Couldn't even lift up my head
To see You enter the room
Oh, Oh, Oh

That's how it is with us all
We weren't just damaged we fell dead at the fall
Only the innocent can breathe the air again
Underground, over my head
I'm almost sure I'm dead
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Unless You breath life into me
I won't ever feel my dead heart beating
But you open these blind eyes to see
That's what makes Your grace amazing

No one can come to the Son
Unless the Father compels him to come
Our hearts are bottomless
If we're autonomous
Why do we choose corruption
Underground, over my head
I'm almost sure I'm dead

Unless You breath life into me
I won't ever feel my dead heart beating
But you open these blind eyes to see
That's what makes Your grace amazing

Who's a cripple encased in his heart of stone
Christ's the name that I'm calling on, calling on
He's the hope for the hopeless, yall
We were saved when He chose and called
Where is life if its not in the King
You're the God, lift Him up to all things
To His One, His Son

Trip Lee:
Look, you might have heard I was dead in the grave
With some shackles on my wrist
I was very enslaved to the lusts and the passions
In various ways
In the band, on the horse, I was dead and depraved
Sight wasn't just blurry and vague
I was blind as a bat, couldn't thoroughly gaze
At the glory of Christ or the story of life
The Father said come to Him, but I hurried away

I was stuck, couldn't choose to be found
Tell me when the last time
You seen a dead man moving around
Couldn't buy my freedom I was truthfully bound
Couldn't get myself saved
I was shooting them down
Only by Gods will does grace heal with great might
Cuz only the words of God can create life
Give joy, remove shackles and replace shame
I was raised by grace and I praise Christ

chorus:
You breath life into me
Now I finally feel my dead heart beating
You open my eyes to see
That's what makes Your grace amazing

You breath life into me
Now I finally feel my dead heart beating
You open my eyes to see
That's what makes Your grace amazing

You give me grace amazing
Praise God for that grace amazing
You give me grace amazing
Praise God for that grace amazing

Cali Earthquake Prediction!

NEW Young Josh ft K-Drama & Level 3:16

Nate Dogg Dead At 41

One of rap's most lauded male hook singers, Long Beach, California native Nate Dogg (born Nathaniel Hale) died on Tuesday at the age of 41 after several years of health problems.

With his deep, melodic voice and smooth soul rumble, Dogg was one of the key elements in the rise of the West Coast G-Funk sound pioneered by Death Row Records in the early 1990s. Though overshadowed by such peers as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and Warren G, Nate was a critical participant in a number of major left-coast gangsta hits, including G's "Regulate" and Dre's iconic solo debut, 1992's The Chronic.

Hale's death was first reported by the Long Beach Press Telegram, which noted that his family announced his death on Tuesday. The cause of death was not announced at press time, but Hale had struggled with serious health issues recently, including suffering a massive stroke in 2007 that left him partially paralyzed and another the following year. A spokesperson for the singer could not be reached for comment at press time for further details on his passing.

Hale was born in Long Beach on August 19, 1969, and dropped out of high school at 16 to join the Marines, where he served for three years. He formed the rap group 213 — a reference to the local area code — in 1991 with then unknown pals Snoop Dogg and Warren G. The group's demo eventually made its way to Dre, who liked Nate's sound and recruited him to participate on The Chronic.

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This Is Still Sound Advice

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G.O.S.P.E.L. from Humble Beast Records on Vimeo.

lol @ "like Tupac… we keep releasing albums long after he's gone?"


Multiple Sites: Yea or Nay? Dever, Driscoll, and MacDonald Vote from Ben Peays on Vimeo.

I Love You Ladybug

Little girl fourteen flipping through a magazine
Says she wants to look that way
But her hair isn't straight, her body isn't fake
And she's always felt overweight

Well, little girl fourteen I wish that you could see
That beauty is within your heart
And you were made with such care, your skin, your body and your hair
Are perfect just the way they are

There could never be a more beautiful you
Don't buy the lies, disguises and hoops, they make you jump through
You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do
So there could never be a more beautiful you

Little girl twenty one the things that you've already done
Anything to get ahead
And you say you've got a man but He's got another plan
Only wants what you will do instead

Well, little girl twenty one you never thought that this would come
You starve yourself to play the part
But I can promise you there's a man whose love is true
And He'll treat you like the jewel you are

There could never be a more beautiful you
Don't buy the lies, disguises and hoops, they make you jump through
You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do
So there could never be a more beautiful you, more beautiful you

So turn around you're not too far
To back away be who you are
To change your path go another way
It's not too late, you can be saved
If you feel depressed with past regrets
The shameful nights hope to forget
Can disappear, they can all be washed away

By the one who's strong, can right your wrongs
Can rid your fears dry, all your tears
And change the way you look at this big world
He will take your dark distorted view
And with His light, He will show you truth
And again you'll see through the eyes of a little girl

That there could never be a more beautiful you
Don't buy the lies, disguises and hoops, they make you jump through
You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do
So there could never be a more beautiful you
There could never be a more beautiful you

Throwback Thursday!

Case Study Due In 1.5 hrs

File this under procrastinator

The Chopping Block // Best CHH Albums from shot by esso™ on Vimeo.

Free Mixtape: Pro - PSA Vol. 2

Young Joshua ft. J.R. - "My Life" Music Video Trailer

Believin Stephen - Suicide - ft. Japhia Life & Leah Smith

What's New with Eddie Nigma (@rapzilla @eddienigma21 @djmorph)

Bumps INF Ft/ Bizzle - Aye-Theism

eshon burgundy apologizes to red cloud

Bizzle Feat. Eshon Burgundy & Lavoisier - What We Do

Kid Goes Beast Mode During Wrestling Match

Huckabee vs Portman

Us Mobile - Celebrity News - Mike Huckabee Speaks Out on Natalie Portman Slam

Foggy Day in LA

OK, OK I mean NoHo. Reminds me of London in the fall.
"yo steppin through the fog And creepin through the smog..."

The Rep & Dos - Wherever You Go

*Beware: Beat may cause severe head nodding

I Love Haters!

Get your Matthew 5:43-44 on!

3D Remedy - Here Is My Heart (@3dremedy @rapzilla)

Alan C. Duncan - One For Your City (@alancduncan @rapzilla)

Humble Tip - High Beams On (@humbletip @rapzilla)

God's Chisel

David 2.5 Children's Catechism

Believin Stephen's "Suicide" Video- Behind the Scenes Footage

Sprint - Panorama City

My wife is due for an upgrade on her phone. I suggested she order it by phone but because my wife suffers from impatience we decided to walk into our local Sprint store. What a mistake that was. If you have ever had any experience with a government agency like DMV, county hospital, welfare or jail then you are familiar with 'hurry up and wait'. We first walked in and it was chaos. There was no one in front to greet us. It took us about 5 min to get someone's attention only to be put on a list. 30 min later we were finally greeted properly. Definitely a contrast from my experience at the Encino store.
To be continued....

G.O.A.T. + Classic Hip Hop

Beckah Shae - Here In This Moment

I heard this song on the Fish while riding in the car with my wifey. I was like "Oh, snap! Rhianna is doing Christian music?" It took me a really long time to find this song. Enjoy....