In from the Cold

Its been a little while but I have just returned to work , having been off for over a year . Its been a bit strange returning to a job I normally would have stayed away from like the plague . However winter is fast approaching and its not like a line up of potential employers knocking at my door.Its back to custodial for now. I know as a christian we are to do all as if we are working for the Lord but its hard when its not what you want or the pay is so little . But I will endeavor to work well and make the best of the situation.

Puzzling ...

Recently I read a little line on a company poster that as one of its 4 guidelines is in everything we do , may God get the glory . Now I think that is a fine motive and a good thing to excel towards . It is directly from scripture , that all we do is to glorify the Lord , if one is a Christian . However , what I found funny is this company pays as little as possible to its employees. At the same time the owner of the operation has reaped a very nice profit and which has afforded a lifestyle most of the workers could only dream of. In fact with most barely over minimum wage , most live a paycheck at a time .I do not think profit is wrong ,or that one who risked much doesn't deserve to reap the spoils , so to speak . But I contend if this company is run by a Christian , they must go beyond the world and offer more . Not living off the backs of the worker . We all deserve a decent wage for a honest days pay but sin corrupts, even believers can fall into greed and tipping the scales to favor them .

X Marks the Spot!

Well its not only election fever to the south of us , it will be here as well. We hit the polls on Oct.14. The question is , can the Tories win enough of the popular vote to win a majority. Some have suggested an "hidden" agenda that the evil Harper has in store for the country if he gets his majority. To that I say , show me the money ! Its tiring rhetoric to my ears.
The issue that will force my ballot to be marked with an X is the protection of the unborn. I will never cast my vote behind a candidate that advocates the murder , yes you heard that word right , murder of a helpless child. We are all made in God's image and a society is measured by how we protect life . So any candidate that comes to knock on my door will be given the boot on this issue, and the sad thing ,I will probably be kicking them all off my door step.

Time for Something New !!

Third Day , in christian music circles, need little introduction . They have released 13 albums to date . Garnering both numerous awards , gold and platinum certificates . With the latest release called Revelations , Third Day once again prove why they are at the top , with an album that succeeds in being a solid Third Day album and I mean that in a good way. As in tradition of recent releases , they combine both rockers and slower numbers , show casing what is one of their strengths , Mac Powell's clear and distinct voice. Using the southern rock leanings on the heavier numbers like the opening track "This Is Who I'm " and "Otherside" , they really let it rip . While on the slower numbers using both catchy verses and sing along choruses like "Call My Name " and " I Will Always Be True" , they show why they have are a truly class act. The theme running through the album seems to be one brokenness,forgiveness and reconciliation. While its not a pump your fist in your face for Jesus, the songs like "Take It All" , a stand out track for me and the poignant "Born Again" , it is clear why this band continues on , to minister and show God's glory through the gospel of Jesus Christ. For those who make fun of Christian music as being sub par , I dare you to check out Third Day , they are talented men who strive to serve God through the gifts He has given them . Reggie's Rating Meter : 8.5/10

Cool Blog ...

Just thought I would mention this blog by Carla Rolfe called , Reflections of the Time, its worth checking out and fun too. Plus if you are craving that John Calvin t-shirt to be the life of the party at your next church meeting , this is your site.She has a great site link to stuff she designs and guess what , they are all solid reformed minded stuff to wear , a tote bag to carry all those stuffy reformed minded books . coasters etc ... Just think of having that morning coffee with Calvin on your mug , cmon , you know your were predestined to drink that cup of coffee!!

Madonna , McCain and the Art of Self Importance

Lets be straight up , I'm all for free speech. If a culture is to be totally free , we need the freedom to debate ideas and convictions in the public arena. However , having said that what I find disturbing and maddening is when celebrities use their self inflated egos , thinking that they are somehow more savvy bout certain things to rant or put forth a idea without warrant , and then are afraid to step into the fray of debate. Madonna , who is on her new tour in Europe , apparently compared presidential hopeful , John McCain , to Hitler. Just as the Dixie Chick's did a couple of years ago when they called President Bush dumb, using a platform to personally attack a person's character , but not really engage in real debate over the issues or positions they disagree with and then offer alternatives . But this is a real low point, to portray or depict Senator McCain as a type of Hitler. It once again shows the self inflated importance celebrities have of themselves. It was a cheap and sick tactic on part of this shock queen , who has done stuff like this forever just to get her name in print , because it sure will not be her music . Of course her fans ate this up like pablum , loving every moment , not even realizing they are mere sheep in the hands of a master manipulator of the media. What is sadder , she was not called out by her fans to grow up. She should have the decency to apologize to this war hero ,and true patriot, but then again, that would take someone with a shred of decency, and Madonna has long showed , she has none.

That Being Said..

In the last post I was a tad harsh on the athletes competing at the games . I posted after reading of the ongoing confinement of Chinese Pastors , who are targeted randomly and confined for no reason . So I was a bit worked up. But certain athletes have been exceptional , no question . What Michael Phelps has done is nothing short of amazing, 8 gold in swimming, totally unheard of . The same could be said of the Jamaican speedster , Usain Bolt, who set 2 world records and took gold in both the 100 and 200 meter . Amazing ,no question, but I still hold that there is a taint on the games .