Information

The first article written for the Goshen Gazette was entitled, "Data Deluge."  In this age of information, many find themselves drowning in information overload, while others continue to choose only one source.  Those who choose a single source of information usually seem to already have their mind made up and are simply seeking confirmation to their own perspective.  Those of us who truly seek unbiased information, just the facts; continually find that there is much sorting to be done.

Earlier this week, I received a vision.  It was such an overwhelming vision, I began to literally sort through papers and folders in my office . . .  In my vision, I was in the middle of my office, sitting cross legged on the floor.  There were my three spiral notebooks, two small notepads, and a couple of mechanical pencils; all which I use regularly.  My head covering was large and draped around me, almost like a tallit.  Surrounding me with my notebooks, however; were stacks and piles and boxes of papers, books, folders, and magazines.  There were also loose papers scattered everywhere and old VHS tapes in the corner by the bookshelf that was completely full, beyond capacity.  Many of the boxes were stacked higher than my head and the only true clearing in the room was the small space directly in front of me where my personal notebooks sat on the floor.  The scene was so overwhelming, it literally triggered my claustrophobia.

I had only one piece of information about this situation.  Each of those papers, books, folders, and magazines contained a nugget of truth.  Some were delightfully direct and clearly obvious, while others went on for pages, before I found the nugget of truth.  Fortunately the "truths" were circled in red ink, but it still required sifting through each piece of information.  One book, particularly, stood out.  The title was circled on the front cover.  I went through every page of that book, to discover nothing more was circled.  Thankfully, the vision ended before I had gone through all the papers and books.

I'd like to say the vision came to a clear and concise conclusion, but it didn't.  I was led, however; to II Timothy 4 as soon as I arose from the vision.  The reminder that three different men of G-d in three different cities through the years, have called me out, laid hands on me and have all spoken the first few verses of this passage over me, poured over and rose up in me.  More than ever, I am determined to publish many sources of accurate information, while proclaiming the Word of Truth.  As I thought of the vision, and the first article for the Goshen Gazette, a memory troubled me.  The warning I tried to sound through the flood of 1993 went virtually unheeded.   These are serious times we are living in and the truth has to be simple and clear.  Messiah clearly stated in Matthew 24:29, he'd be returning immediately after the tribulation.  Headlines indicate the tribulation may be getting under way very soon!

I charge thee therefore before G-d, and the Lord Y'hshuah Messiah, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;  Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.  For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;  And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.   But watch thou in all things . . .

Autumn

The first three photographs are by our very own Gerry Davis.  Images from the northern Illinois area and possibly his last adventure.  The last three were taken in SWMO.  Hope all are enjoying the beauty of autumn.

The Agenda

The agenda is gaining ground.  Anyone with any business savvy or loyalty would choose to do business, especially with individual, independent businesses they supported in their endeavor.  Except when it comes to the Gay Agenda.  They are targeting, clearly bullying and targeting businesses that would prefer to not have their business.  This blatant persecution is so transparent, it's repulsive, and yet . . . it continues to gain ground and momentum.

Here are a few examples, real or imagined . . . someone has thought of this and is promoting this anti-Biblical agenda!  When the agenda is so bullyish and forceful I feel compelled to link to "the blaze" and charisma, clearly the gay agenda is a force longing to be reckoned with. 

http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2014/10/13/christian-owned-t-shirt-company-likely-to-be-forced-to-attend-diversity-training-after-refusing-to-print-gay-pride-shirts-but-is-the-battle-really-over/

http://www.charismanews.com/opinion/clarion-call/45740-what-the-gay-marriage-debate-is-really-about

http://clashdaily.com/2014/10/houston-problem-houstons-lesbian-mayor-demands-pastors-turn-sermons/ 

Setting the LGBT issue aside . . . Is it just me, or have others noticed the difference in party politics between city, state, and federal level.  It seems state governors do not share the same political views as those on a local level or a federal level.
Doesn't this keep the citizenry unstable?

http://dailysignal.com/2014/10/18/government-ordained-ministers-celebrate-sex-wedding-go-jail/
And now it's time to put folks approaching their Golden Anniversary in jail!  Really???  Does the gay community really harbor this much animosity for others?  How nice that a group who claim to be bullied are targeting their victims to bully!

Subversive Programming

As more and more programming comes to light, so does the history of the subtle subversion.  The links included are in a reversed chronological order.

This week, a headline about education in Nebraska sent many into a tailspin.  The teachers in a Nebraska school district received the recommendation to no longer differentiate between the sexes, but rather use a gender inclusive term.  Apparently, it hasn't yet occurred to the anyone that boys are still boys and girls are still girls, regardless of the political agenda.  So, the recommendation was to refer to the children as purple penguins . . . This immediately brought a furrow to my brow and raised my investigative antennas.  The penguin connection was an line to track between point A and point B, and the thought of antennas brought home the purple connection.

And Tango Makes Three was published in 2005.  It's a book about a "couple" of male penguins.  The review found in Amazon is included below.

From School Library Journal

Starred Review. PreSchool-Grade 3-This tale based on a true story about a charming penguin family living in New York City's Central Park Zoo will capture the hearts of penguin lovers everywhere. Roy and Silo, two male penguins, are "a little bit different." They cuddle and share a nest like the other penguin couples, and when all the others start hatching eggs, they want to be parents, too. Determined and hopeful, they bring an egg-shaped rock back to their nest and proceed to start caring for it. They have little luck, until a watchful zookeeper decides they deserve a chance at having their own family and gives them an egg in need of nurturing. The dedicated and enthusiastic fathers do a great job of hatching their funny and adorable daughter, and the three can still be seen at the zoo today. Done in soft watercolors, the illustrations set the tone for this uplifting story, and readers will find it hard to resist the penguins' comical expressions. The well-designed pages perfectly marry words and pictures, allowing readers to savor each illustration. An author's note provides more information about Roy, Silo, Tango, and other chinstrap penguins. This joyful story about the meaning of family is a must for any library.-Julie Roach, Watertown Free Public Library, MA
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

It seems the public school system isn't planting the programming early enough, so there is day care and children's television.  I know, as a grandma, I was shocked to learn Bert and Ernie were gay.  I had no idea puppets, well . . . never mind.  Anyway, this purple adjective took me back to the days of Teletubbies and Dr. Jerry Falwell.  Sure enough, it was that purple teletubby that had a triangle top and carried a purse, but was referred to as "he."

Here is just a short description of Tinky Winky.

Tinky Winky (played by Dave Thompson, Mark Heenehan, and Simon Shelton) is the first Teletubby. He is the largest and oldest of the Teletubbies, is covered in purple terrycloth, and has a triangular antenna on his head. He is notable for the red bag he always carries.

The programme was also at the centre of a controversy when American televangelist and conservative pundit Jerry Falwell claimed in 1999 that Tinky Winky, one of the Teletubbies, was a homosexual role model for children. Falwell based this conclusion on the character's purple colour and triangular antenna; both the colour purple and the triangle are sometimes used as symbols of the Gay Pride movement.

A purple creature for 1-4 year olds that was either gay or at least genderly non-specific from 1997 to 2005.  And Tango Makes Three was published in 2005.  Now the suggestion to term school children as purple penguins for the specific reason of gender "inclusion" seems to be a very well connected and not so subtle subversive programming.  

   

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