Apology

It was brought to my attention that I had been unclear regarding the discussion of The Name of our Creator, and there was offense.  I'm sorry for the confusion.  When I said I would not debate the pronunciation or the spelling of the transliteration of The Name, I didn't mean everyone had to say it or spell the transliteration the way I do.  I meant exactly the opposite.  Most folks I've spoken with indicated they understood what I meant, but through this time of High Holy Days, especially, I do not want to cause offense.

YHWH is the English transliteration of the four Hebrew letters found in Exodus 3:15, where our Creator revealed His Name to Moses and said it was forever, for all generations.  Some folks use a U, some a V, where I have used a W.  Some use vowel points such as Yahweh or YaHoVaH.  The statement I made about not debating it, means; I do not try to change those who do not use the W or add vowel points.  It's an English transliteration!  We are all working in the best of our understanding and we understand the English transliteration is not specific.

So for those who took offense, I'm sorry for the misunderstanding.  I do believe we are called to make His Name known, I simply do not have the exclusive on how it is to be pronounced or transliterated, nor do I know what Moses precisely heard that day.  I avoid arguing and debating over a pronunciation that none of us heard coming from that burning bush, because The Name is sacred.

Change Has Come

When Abba first gave this assignment/opportunity to me, I could see it, but could clearly see I wasn't sure how to get there.  As the Goshen Gazette continues to expand our coverage, enlarge our list of contributors, and increase our external links, we are gaining ground toward the goal.  The purpose of the Goshen Gazette is not only to sound the warning, as the end of days unfold, but also to offer the reason for the hope that is in those who follow Messiah.

Rather than rewrite articles or give a personal perspective on everything in the news, we are expanding our coverage by providing more external links.  We may not agree with everything at a particular site or even each other all the time, for that matter, but we strive to share information without the mainstream media filter or bias.  I refuse to assume every mainstream news report is factual while I also refuse to presume everything not covered by mainstream media is incorrect, or . . . a conspiracy theory.

In this time of information overload and the deluge of data, we continue to strive to share Scriptural truth in the midst of world chaos.  We'd like to take this time to invite any ardent writers and expressive artists who would like to share their G-d given talents to please, contact the editor.  We'd also like very much to expand our resources in regard to sustainable living and natural simplicity.  We are always looking for kosher recipes to share.

I will add this disclaimer now.  The Goshen Gazette is not endorsing every website in which a link is included, but when particular information is deemed pertinent or timely and seemingly inaccessible in mainstream resources, links will be included to the specific article.    We hope you enjoy our expanding news and information base.  Please, also keep in mind, we do not control the ads that appear on the various sites and blogs.
                       

For the Record

Realizing our history is now digital, the "facts" and advice can change in a moment's notice and the former "facts" forgotten . . . This particular page will host links from various sources on the information regarding Ebola and more health issues as they develop.  I cannot guarantee the links will remain active, but I will maintain the links and add to them, as the end of days continue to unfold.

http://www.naturalnews.com/046290_ebola_patent_vaccines_profit_motive.html

http://www.dcclothesline.com/2014/08/02/map-ebola-quarantine-stations-heres-theyll-send-suspected-ebola-respiratory-illnesses/

http://preventebola.com/public/index.php/news/54-cdc-changes-criteria-for-ebola-transmission-admits-being-within-3-feet-or-in-same-room-can-cause-infection

http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/hcp/case-definition.html

As In the Days of Noah

The end of days, Messiah said, would be as in the days of Noah.  He didn't say the days of Moses or Abraham.  He didn't refer to the days of Joshua or Samson.  Noah was instructed to prepare shelter and food.  No mention of weapons for the ark and it was Moses who received the manna.

As everyone is watching the Police State form and the media feeding the frenzy, not to mention political hating, etc.  I have a two point theory which is:  1. which I would say is clearly backed in Scripture, that the days before Messiah's return will contain all the evil the world has ever seen.  The second part addresses "except the very elect be deceived" includes looking at one big evil and embracing our self-defined social "goodness."

The war on terror that began so vaguely defined has now been streamlined into labeling many law abiding Americans as terrorists or extremists.  The Faith-based Initiative of the early part of this century is actually the foundation for this offensive "Co-Exist" Agenda as well as bringing the Protestants back under the power of the Vatican.

Anti-bigotry is politically correct hate speech.  It's socially acceptable to be prejudiced against someone you perceive to be prejudiced.  Tolerance is the biggest spew of hate speech I've heard.  While we're all rallying against abortion and homosexuality and terrorists, the nation here and I presume many others are still going to hell in a handbasket, so to speak.

Scripture says a prophet is not received in his own country and our enemy would be of our own household . . . it doesn't say, "Except in America!"  What if the Nephilim of our day are Big Corporations, they are people now you know . . . politically?  Seriously though what if the giants of our day are politicians, celebrities, rock stars, and sports icons?  There is even a television program entitled "American Idol."  I was shocked and abhorred.  I haven't seen the program, I've simply judged it by it's title.  A friend mentioned a shop near her called "Jezebel."

Las Vegas was formerly known as sin city and is now a family vacation spot . . . Branson grew and bills itself as family entertainment with most of the Las Vegas has beens performing . . .

While we worry about the increase of Muslims in our country, the laws of the Geneva convention guaranteed it would increase, as we are required to offer refuge to those who have become endangered by the shift in power, due to the war started.  I'd like to think we're the only ones being this stupid, but I'm thinking it's world wide.

The rainbow is the symbol of the covenant of our Creator that He will never again destroy the earth with a world wide flood.  I'm believing Messiah's reference to the days of Noah before his return not only indicate the signs of social decline, but that His return will literally save humanity from destroying the earth ourselves.

HalleluYah!

I am both emotional and encouraged every time I hear new "talent" sing "Hallelujah," composed by Leonard Cohen.  Included are a few links to various singers, amateurs, and worshipers.  I'm touched, every time I hear HalleluYah!   Leonard Cohen makes more than a few Biblical references in this song, but some adjectives stand out strongly to which, I think many can relate . . .  a broken HalleluYah, and a cold and lonely Hallelujah . . .

Regardless of the circumstances, our Creator truly does inhabit the praise of His people.  I'm thankful that Hallelujah is on the lips of so many!  I'd really like to hear the details of how this song came about.  His songs and poetry through the years have been quite varied and much of his earlier work,  a far cry from Hallelujah.  The song, "Hallelujah" truly seems to touch so many.  I wouldn't mind having Leonard Cohen's favorite scotch on hand, should he ever decide to take a few hours off the concert circuit and visit the unbeaten path to grant this journalist an interview.

http://blog.petflow.com/she-suffered-from-extreme-anxiety-but-when-she-sang-hallelujah-wow/#qg5VbOvocXERp2Cm.01

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdyTXBT5CQE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrLk4vdY28Q

The Facts of Life

As a young teen when, I first became aware of "the mechanics of procreation," I didn't think I would ever hear anything more shocking than the act of human reproduction.  Well, forty some years later, human sexuality has become openly about everything but procreation and reproduction, and also become much more shocking . . .

When I read an article about a father being arrested for speaking out against a reading assignment for 9th graders, I was appalled on several levels.  First, when I read one of the pages, I realized I wasn't old enough to be reading that . . . Second, the fact that this bell cannot be "unrung."  The image depicted in the passage was clearly detailed.  It actually made me think of another article I read about Bill Clinton's early years . . . yet I digress.  I'll include the link below.  Our society is choosing to be divided sexually, but not by gender, or double standard, but now sex is divided along political lines.

As I watched the video of this protective father, I couldn't help but wonder what in the world was wrong with the other parents, as they just sat there, seemingly unfazed that a man was being arrested for speaking.  Then I considered the cop, and just felt sick.  He truly was "just following orders" . . . willingly.  The public school system really does seem to emulate Hitler youth camps, in the programming, and the cop couldn't have appeared any more "brown shirt."

It's come to America.  It took nearly 70 years to all go in place, but it's here.

As the video ended, more thoughts occurred to me.  If this father who was arrested, or any of those parents sitting there, would have introduced this book to their own children, would family protective services have been called?  What if one of those parents hosted a slumber party for their daughter and introduced that book to a room full of giggling young teens?  Surely they would have been arrested on some sort of smut or pornography charges to minors.

http://www.laconiadailysun.com/index.php/newsx/local-news/77163-critic-of-book-assigned-to-9th-graders-arrested-for-failing-to-leave-meeting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPSDwIPIbyE

The Death Penalty

Oklahoma made headlines Wednesday with a "botched" execution.  The convicted murderer is dead, but the procedure did not go as planned.  In "intravenous speak," his vein blew.  In reading more of the details, which truly sickened me, the reports seemed of all things, one more media circus.  It seems many of the European companies that once furnished the drugs, refuse to sell to American prisons.  Some states have found other sources, but refuse to divulge the identity of the companies.  Of course, that raises the whole transparency issue and inspiring the filing of motions, etc.  I'm really not sure how the attorneys are paid to file motion upon motion between an original conviction and the actual execution, but citing drug sources has become a new motion to be filed.

We need to really consider the Death Penalty from a Biblical perspective.  Torah is very specific in regard to the penalty of death.  Any death penalty outside of Torah observance was done by heathen nations.  Rome is a perfect example in Scripture of what is not done.  The man in Oklahoma committed an heinous crime and from what I've read, there were witnesses of sorts, so on two witnesses a person can be put to death, but . . . those involved in the execution must be Torah observant.

In all of this media frenzy, something kept coming to mind.  Dr. Jay Chapman is from Oklahoma.  He's the doctor that formulated this lethal injection procedure back in the 70's.  Most states that still have the death penalty use lethal injection as the form of execution.  When I was researching as I wrote "the Threshold of Technocracy" I came across an interview he'd given in 2007, thirty years after his death formula.

I'm at the point, I really don't care if I'm labeled paranoid or called a conspiracy theorist.  There are many posting concerns of guillotines reported to be in this country.  I haven't seen any verified photos, but then, we know we aren't being told or shown everything.  The first lady ordered the press to not accompany her recent trip to China, so clearly there are times when the media doesn't cover the news.   The doctor's last statement in the interview was chilling . . .

>>Instead, Rushford said he supports using carbon monoxide, which he described as being "simple, fast, and painless."

Chapman disagreed with that assessment. But he had another idea. "The simplest thing I know of is the guillotine. And I'm not at all opposed to bringing it back. The person's head is cut off and that's the end of it."

http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/04/30/lethal.injection/

"The Powers that Be" implemented Dr. Chapman's last recommendation.

I did find a provision introduced in House Bill in Georgia, dating nearly 20 years ago.  It was read a second time.  There was no indication it was signed at that time, or since, but the idea of guillotines for the death penalty has been introduced . . .   http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/Archives/19951996/leg/fulltext/hb1274.htm