 9-17-21, Enjoy God's wonderful creations and see award winning photos of fabulous wildlife of the world. More here     
Behind bars: Dogs bring joy Dogs that few want to adopt — most of them are pit bulls — get training from county jail inmates, which helps the inmates as well. ... “They care about the dogs.” He went on, “It’s really great for the dogs. They get human companionship 24/7 instead of being in a...    Dog's Are Man's Best Friend! 8-8-21, Rover.com -- Dogs are social pack animals who thrive off of attention and affection, making them a prime candidate for a person's best friend. Since dogs have been domesticated to a point where they need us to survive, and we tend to find that we need them almost as much, people and dogs developed a symbiotic relationship. More here     Bible history of Jonah swallowed by big fish here: Jonah 1:17, 2:10 Michael Packard swallowed by a whale: |
| 6-11-21, Cape Cod, MA, USA -- Lobster Diver, Michael Packard reports: “I was completely inside; it was completely black,” Packard said. “I thought to myself, ‘there’s no way I’m getting out of here. I’m done, I’m dead.’ All I could think of was my boys — they’re 12 and 15 years old.” Outfitted with scuba gear, he struggled and the whale began shaking its head so that Packard could tell he didn’t like it. He estimated he was in the whale for 30 to 40 seconds before the whale finally surfaced." Packard’s sister, Cynthia Packard, spoke with crewman Josiah Mayo, who relayed some of the details to her. Packard said Mayo saw the whale burst to the surface, and that he initially thought it was a great white shark. “There was all this action at the top of the water,” Packard said Mayo told her. Then the whale flung her brother back into the sea. Mayo picked him up, called by radio to shore and sped back to the Provincetown pier. A Provincetown Fire Department ambulance took him to Cape Cod Hospital. “Thank God, it wasn’t a white shark. He sees them all the time out there,” said Cynthia Packard. “He must have thought he was done.” | "Based on what was described, this would have to be a mistake and an accident on the part of the humpback," said Jooke Robbins, director of Humpback Whale Studies at the Center for Coastal Studies in Provincetown. Humpbacks are not aggressive animals, particularly toward humans, she said. The humpback was described by Mayo as being medium-sized, Michael Packard said, and Robbins suspects it was a juvenile feeding on sand lance. When a humpback opens its mouth to feed, it billows out like a parachute, blocking the animal’s forward vision, which is why so many become entangled in fishing gear in their mouth and jaws, said Robbins. Incidents of feeding humpbacks injuring swimmers and divers, especially instances of swallowing them, are so exceedingly rare as to be nonexistent, Robbins said. The esophagus on nontoothed whales is too small to actually swallow a human but they couldwrap their mouth around a large object and then spit it out. Robbins said that, unlike toothed whales such as Orcas. More information here: https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/2021/06/11/humpback-whale-catches-michael-packard-lobster-driver-mouth-proviencetown-cape-cod/7653838002/ |
Five Times a Toy Stuffed Purple Unicorn was Stolen!
3-22-21, North Carolina: This is what happens when you break into the Dollar Store and steal a stuffed unicorn five times! Sisu, a male stray dog, consistently entered the store and swiped a purple unicorn - animal control came out; the agent bought the unicorn for him and took him to the shelter. So sweet.
Looking for a home:
Sisu
Male
Stray
1 yrs old
67.1 lbs
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https://www.duplincountync.com/animal-services/
Looking for a home:
Sisu
Male
Stray
1 yrs old
67.1 lbs
Breed?
https://www.duplincountync.com/animal-services/
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Twenty Five Years after Wolves Returned, Ecosystem Stabilized
7-10-20, National Geographic -- The predators that some feared would wipe out elk herds in Yellowstone Natl Park, Wyoming have instead proved to be more of a stabilizing force. New research shows that by reducing populations and thinning out weak and sick, wolves are helping create more resilient elk herds. For the past 12 years, elk numbers in the park’s largest herd have leveled off between about 6,000 and 8,000, instead of extreme boom-and-bust cycles. Chris Wilmers, Wildlife Ecologist from California reports: “Elk aren’t starving to death anymore.” [..]
Yellowstone area’s wolves now numbering between 300 and 350 — the study, published in the Journal of Animal Ecology reports that to maintain consistent numbers, rather than yo-yoing up and down, can better withstand more frequent droughts. Doug Smith, Yellowstone's senior wildlife biologist reports that: “In a future that will be very unpredictable, we want a buffer against mass die-offs, wolves’ ability to keep elk herds balanced can play that role. Through hunting and management practices, humans help stabilize elk populations also, but they don’t do the same thing as wolves.” More here https://www.nationalgeographic.com
Yellowstone area’s wolves now numbering between 300 and 350 — the study, published in the Journal of Animal Ecology reports that to maintain consistent numbers, rather than yo-yoing up and down, can better withstand more frequent droughts. Doug Smith, Yellowstone's senior wildlife biologist reports that: “In a future that will be very unpredictable, we want a buffer against mass die-offs, wolves’ ability to keep elk herds balanced can play that role. Through hunting and management practices, humans help stabilize elk populations also, but they don’t do the same thing as wolves.” More here https://www.nationalgeographic.com
Loving and Caring For Animals
“Whoever is righteous has regard for the life of his beast, but the mercy of the wicked is cruel.”
| Proverbs 12:10 2-24-21, Whosoever is righteous will have kind regard for the life or the care of animals, whether they are pets or livestock. Clearly God's word shows that merciful and compassionate care given to our animals is very pleasing in His sight. People who give humane treatment to animals is righteous in God’s sight. However that doesn’t mean they can be forgiven for their sin by the good works of having regard for the proper care & treatment of animals. Our righteousness & salvation only comes from forgiveness and the life changing event of turning to the Savior Jesus Christ (Luke 13:3; John 3:3, 7; Acts 4:12, 14:6; 2 Corinthians 5:21). | Bible verses about kindness to animals: Deuteronomy 25:4 “You shall not muzzle an ox when it is treading out the grain.” Proverbs 27:23 “Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds.” Matthew 6:26 “Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” Luke 14:5 “And he said to them, “Which of you, having a son or an ox that has fallen into a well on a Sabbath day, will not immediately pull him out?” |
Texas Coast: Thousands of ‘Cold-Stunned’ Sea Turtles Rescued
2-18-21, National Geographic -- Residents, some of whom lack heat or basic amenities in their own homes due to the unusual frigid Polar Vortex ice storm to hit the Gulf of Texas, have been rescuing cold-stunned sea turtles and taking them to South Padre Convention Center.
Nearly 5,000 sea turtles rescued from freezing waters on Texas Padre Island. The turtles are paralyzed and washed up on beaches by the hundreds, where volunteers rallied to save them.
Temperatures in the area on Wednesday, 2/17/21 afternoon were in the 40s F. the turtles can be released back into the Gulf when the temps return to 60 F. More here from National Geographic
| Why does my cat lay on the other cat? The female cat will sometimes be laying down in a box or in it's bed and the male cat likes to come over and walk on her and lay right on top of her. She will hiss and "cry", seems to be agitated... | I have several pairs that do this all the time. They are very much bonded to each other. The only thing is that they never object. After all, it is like a warm blanket on the cat that is on the bottom, and cats love warmth. |
| Why Do Dogs Roll in Smelly Stuff? Veterinarians and behaviorists are not entirely sure why dogs roll in smelly things, but they do have a few ideas. Whatever the reason, one thing is certain: the last thing we want is to share their disgusting discoveries; not easy to avoid. | One of the most widely known theories is that dogs do this to cover their own scent, hiding from prey or other predators. Interesting that the Lord God almighty created animals with innate behaviors ... how else could it have happened that ALL dogs do it and no human trained them ... not even their parents? |
| 7 Ways Dogs Are Good for Your Health 12-6-20, AARP -- Dogs don't just have a hold on our heart, they can also keep it healthy by getting you on the move. Studies have shown that dog owners have a lower risk of high blood pressure, and a 2013 report issued by the American Heart Association concluded that owning a dog is most likely linked to a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. As you age, the things that previously occupied your time fall away. | Caring for an animal can help make you feel needed and wanted. They also add structure to your day. “You have to get up in the morning to feed the dog, right?” Marks says. “That dog needs you.” The interaction and companionship that a dog provides can also ward off feelings of isolation and loneliness, which, in turn, can lead to depression. |
Watch This Friendly Encounter Between a Polar Bear and Dog Video
When two wildlife photographers saw a polar bear approaching a chained up sled dog, they were frozen stiff with horror – but the encounter actually turned out to be more heartwarming than anticipated.
The photographers had been exploring the Churchill region of Canada’s Hudson Bay, which is known to be the polar bear capital of the world.
The photographers had been exploring the Churchill region of Canada’s Hudson Bay, which is known to be the polar bear capital of the world.
Polar bears are also renowned for being aggressive predators. So when they saw one of the massive mammals meandering up to a the sled dog, they expected the worst.
The bear, however, was apparently only looking for a playmate – and the dog was more than happy to oblige.
See two minute video here
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/watch-friendly-encounter-polar-bear-sled-dog/
See two minute video here
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/watch-friendly-encounter-polar-bear-sled-dog/
Silkworms: Amazing Miracle from God
Spiders and at least 18 different orders of insects make silk.
- Silkworms are the larvae from silk moths (Bombyx mori).
- They produce silk fibers—water-insoluble filament from glands—to create cocoons; humans simply unravel the cocoons back into strings.
- Domesticated silkworms tolerate human handling and massive crowding and are totally dependent on humans for survival.
- Silk fibers were used to make clothing by the Longshan period (3500–2000 BCE).
Silk fibers are a miraculous creation of almighty God. They are water-insoluble filaments that animals (chiefly the larval version of moths and butterflies, but also spiders) secrete from specialized glands. Animals store the chemicals fibroin and sericin—silkworm cultivation is often called sericulture—as gels in the insects' glands. As the gels are excreted, they are converted into fibers. Some use them to construct nests and burrows, but butterflies and moths use the excretions to spin cocoons. The silkworm caterpillar feeds exclusively on the leaves from several species of mulberry (Morus), which contain a latex with very high concentrations of alkaloid sugars; those sugars are toxic to other caterpillars and herbivores.
Today silkworms domesticated and completely dependent on humans for survival, a direct result of artificial selection. Other characteristics bred into the domestic silkworm caterpillar are a tolerance for human proximity and handling as well as for excessive crowding.
Archaeological evidence indicates that the use of cocoons of the silkworm species Bombyx to produce cloth began at least as early as the Longshan period (3500–2000 BC). More here
Archaeological evidence indicates that the use of cocoons of the silkworm species Bombyx to produce cloth began at least as early as the Longshan period (3500–2000 BC). More here
Flannel Moths Become Toxic 'Toupee' or 'Puss Caterpillars'
The Most Venomous Caterpillar in the U.S. Invades Virginia
| 9-16-14, National Geographic -- University of Florida entomologist Don Hall reports that these insects may look soft, their outer comb-over (which some have compared to a toupee) hides small, extremely toxic spines that prick and remain in victim's skin. (More about venom here) Mr Hall said: “A puss caterpillar sting feels like a bee sting, only worse. The pain immediately and rapidly gets worse and can even make your bones hurt.” Some have been hospitalized. Also, the female flannel moths (what puss caterpillars become as adults) covers her eggs with hairs from the tip of her own abdomen. Strangely they also fling their poop away from their bodies. Hall believes that behavior prevents parasites from being attracted to the feces and potentially harming the caterpillars themselves. (Also see “Scat-Firing Caterpillars Elude Predators.”) |  | 10-7-20, Daily Mail -- Furry caterpillars covered in venomous spines invade Virginia:
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Maine, Michigan, Texas and Others See Honey Bee Populations Growing
| 9-29-20, GoodNewsNetwork -- Recent data from the U.S. Dept of Agriculture show that some states are experiencing Honey Bee colony growth of 70% or more. From Jan 2019 to Jan 2020 there's been a 14% increase of honey bee colonies across the USA. States experiencing the broadest increase in colony growth—Michigan, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Maine adding tens of thousands of colonies. This is especially good news as honey bees are are vital for stable, healthy food supplies. They pollinate, helping plants grow, breed and produce food. They do so by transferring pollen between flowering plants and so keep the cycle of life turning. |
The first half of 2020, the United States added roughly 420,000 more colonies to its bee populations than were lost. Thanks to bees we can enjoy a range of foods from fruit, vegetables to coffee and spices. And if you are wearing cotton, that's because the cotton plant your threads came from was pollinated. Source More here |
Dogs are Wonderful Gifts from Almighty God
9-27-20, Yes, there are wild and vicious dogs, but there are also wonderful companion dogs. They communicate sweet messages such as 'You are Loved.' 'You are not alone.' 'You are protected and guided by a divine higher Power.' When we are lonely, weary, overwhelmed by life’s burdens they tell us:
"I am here." See wonderful 2 minute video: "GOD and DOG" here
9-27-20, Yes, there are wild and vicious dogs, but there are also wonderful companion dogs. They communicate sweet messages such as 'You are Loved.' 'You are not alone.' 'You are protected and guided by a divine higher Power.' When we are lonely, weary, overwhelmed by life’s burdens they tell us:
"I am here." See wonderful 2 minute video: "GOD and DOG" here
North Korea's Obese Leader Kim Jong-Un Orders the Forced Confiscation of Citizen's Pet Dogs for Food
| North Koreans 'forced to give up pet dogs for restaurant 8-17-20, Sky.com -- Reportedly people in North Korea are being forced to give up their pet dogs so they can be used as dog meat for restaurants. The move by the leader Kim Jong Un is thought to be aimed at appeasing rising discontent among the public amid a dire economic situation in the secretive country, including food shortages and famine. | In July 2020, according to South Korea's Chosun Ilbo newspaper, North Korea's leader Kim Jong-Un has issued a ban on dogs for pets. He denounced it as "a tainted trend by bourgeois ideology. Authorities have identified households with pet dogs and are forcing them to give them up." Some dogs are being sent to state-run zoos or sold to dog meat restaurants. Dog meat is traditionally popular in China and on the Korean Peninsula, although consumption is on the decline in South Korea. |
| Difference Between Dogs & Cats Most loved and admired pets on earth are the mammals: dogs and cats. Cats are mainly carnivorous dogs are omnivorous. Cats in the wild are solitary hunters; this is why cats are very self satisfactory. As long as cats are in their own environment they are apparently happy as it’s hard to tell. In contrast, dogs are pack animals and they are happy in many different environments as long as they have their “pack” with them. | Dogs can be trained fairly quickly, whereas cats are difficult if not impossible to train. Cats can jump and climb to amazing heights regardless of their human trying to stop them. Cats don’t need companions and seldom need bathing, but if long hair, should be brushed regularly. In contrast dogs, especially those with long hair, need frequent grooming and bathing. Dogs are faithful and loyal companions and need lots of love and attention … cats, not so much. |
| Benefits of Pets for Human Health 5-11-20, Center4Research.org -- Animals play an important role in many people's lives. In addition to 'service dogs' - seeing-eye dogs and dogs that can be trained to detect seizures, animals can also be used in occupational therapy, speech therapy, or physical rehabilitation to help patients recover. Animals are also valued as companions, which can certainly affect the quality of our lives. | Pets Can Improve Your Health 5-11-20, WebMD.com -- Pets are good for us humans. Animals have a positive impact on our moods and health. Pets can be calming stress-fighters. Your dog may make you less likely to get heart disease because dog owners walk more and have lower blood pressure than people who don't have dogs. People with pets are happier, & less lonely than those without pets. They also visit the doctor less often. More here |
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| Biblical truths about animals: God Created Them Animals aren't the product of happenstance or fortuitous natural processes any more than humans are. Genesis 1:24-25 says God created the animals, from the beasts of the earth to the creeping insects. Scripture even tells us that the breath of life resides within them (Genesis 7:15). By virtue of our creation in the image of God, we humans are uniquely special in comparison to all of creation, but that does not mean the rest of creation has no value to God or that He doesn’t enjoy it. | When God created animals, he declared their creation to be “good” (Genesis 1:25, 31). When God considered His creation in totality, He said His creation was “very good” not only in reference to humans. Humans are the crowning achievement of God’s creative activity, and as his image bearers, we possess something of the divine that nothing else in creation possesses, but we should not let that truth cloud our appreciation for the rest of creation or diminish our responsibilities toward it... More here |
| 'Murder Hornets'? Asian giant hornets are in USA 5-2-20, USAToday -- An invasive small number of Asian giant hornet species slaughters honeybees, can be deadly to humans and - unfortunately - has been spotted in the United States. The so-called murder hornets have struck terror after it emerged last week that they have reached the US, after sightings in Washington state. More from Natl Geographic here Giant, bee-eating hornets from Asia invade Washington State 12-23-19, NYPost -- Just one hornet can kill 40 bees in under a minute ... | Praying Mantis may save Humans From Hornets 5-2-20, NYPost -- Video shows a giant Asian hornet meeting its match: a brain-gobbling Praying Mantis. The clip starts with the mantis completely still as its five eyes patiently watch the hornet — an insect that can grow to 2 inches long, is known to kill up to 50 people a year in Japan, and recently arrived in the US. The Mantis suddenly springs forward with its long, modified front legs, keeping a vise-like grip on the doomed hornet, which twists and tries to turn its head in feeble attempts to put up a fight. The long-legged carnivore ... |
Humans Lockdown Over Virus - leaving streets diserted
Wild Animals Reclaim Territory
4-17-20, NYPost -- Amid the global lockdowns over the Covid virus … in South Africa’s popular Kruger National Park that has remained closed since March 25, 2020 amazing images one showing a pride of some 15 lions napping in the middle of a warm empty paved road. Normally on any typical day, this area would be packed with tourists on safari excursions. A park representative reports that: “This lion pride is usually resident on Kempiana Contractual Park, an area Kruger tourists do not see.” Kruger Park is still largely a wild area and in the absence of humans, wildlife is more active.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said in early April 2020 that he would extend the quarantine at least until the end of the month.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said in early April 2020 that he would extend the quarantine at least until the end of the month.
- In India people in New Delhi have spotted monkeys looking for food in an alleyway lined with closed shops. And peacocks venturing to the city of Bengaluru [1]
- In Venice, Italy, clear blue canals have lured swans and fish before tourists return in gondolas.
- In Wales mountain goats roamed the streets of Llandudno; they typically live on a nearby hill that looks over the town, rarely heading into it.
- In Illinois USA the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago that’s closed to the public, penguins have been released into the public areas and are wandering about.
- London England a herd of deer settled on someone’s front lawn [2]
- Italy: Wild boars roam the streets of Bergamo [3]
Source: https://nypost.com/2020/04/17/wild-animals-are-reclaiming-cities-during-coronavirus-lockdown/
[1] Peacocks https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/watch-humans-stay-lockdown-wild-animals-reclaim-urban-spaces-122129
[2] London: https://yhoo.it/3cz6nUC
[3] Italy: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/animals-reclaim-cities-across-the-world-as-millions-stay-indoors-in-coronavirus-lockdown/
[1] Peacocks https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/watch-humans-stay-lockdown-wild-animals-reclaim-urban-spaces-122129
[2] London: https://yhoo.it/3cz6nUC
[3] Italy: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/animals-reclaim-cities-across-the-world-as-millions-stay-indoors-in-coronavirus-lockdown/
Dachshunds: Weiner Dogs What's Good and Bad About 'Em
Dachshunds aka 'Weiner dogs' are curious, lively and brave. They're similar to a terrier. This comical clown loves to play games and has a great sense of humor. He is a loyal little dog, very attached to his family, and he firmly believes that sleeping under the bedcovers is in the Dachshund Bill of Rights. They're usually good with other family pets, though they can be jealous when they want attention and they can be possessive of their toys. It's a great house dog, he does need his daily walks (on-leash! Dachshunds are chasers who will take off! Loneliness will lead to excessive barking. Dachshunds are alert watchdogs who do not take kindly to strangers intruding on their domain. Though bright and clever, Dachshunds like to do things their own way. In other words, they're stubborn.
Dachshunds aka 'Weiner dogs' are curious, lively and brave. They're similar to a terrier. This comical clown loves to play games and has a great sense of humor. He is a loyal little dog, very attached to his family, and he firmly believes that sleeping under the bedcovers is in the Dachshund Bill of Rights. They're usually good with other family pets, though they can be jealous when they want attention and they can be possessive of their toys. It's a great house dog, he does need his daily walks (on-leash! Dachshunds are chasers who will take off! Loneliness will lead to excessive barking. Dachshunds are alert watchdogs who do not take kindly to strangers intruding on their domain. Though bright and clever, Dachshunds like to do things their own way. In other words, they're stubborn.
Elephants Killed Christian Enemies in Odisha, India
Merciful Pastor Helps Homeless Orphaned Children
V 27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. V22 You shall not mistreat any widow or fatherless child. V7 Jesus said, “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. V5 God said, “I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers, against the adulterers, against those who swear falsely, against those who oppress … the widow and the fatherless.”
James 1:27 ; Exodus 22:22; Matthew 5:7; Malachi 3:5; Luke 6:36
3-26-20, * -- Reportedly, in 2007 Christian leader in Kandhamal Odisha, India - Pastor Prakash, brought 40 orphaned children into his home, from areas ravaged by disaster. By 2008, radical Hindu locals wanted to kill him. Pastor Prakash reported: “I was bound to leave my housing by evening. I left everything. I went to the forest with the children. By 7:30 they burned down my house.” The next two days were spent deep in the jungle and later in a relief camp, or rehabilitation home. Christian non-government organizations (NGO’s) sent representatives to set up tents and give the newly homeless people food and supplies.
On August 23, 2008, Hindu leader Swami Laxmanananda was assassinated in Odisha. Police arrested seven Maoist men. However, the area’s Christian population was blamed saying it was an international conspiracy organized by the church. Christianity was banned and, over a three month period of terror; Christians were commanded to denounce their faith and follow Hinduism or be arrested. While extremist Hindus traveled in murderous groups to small Christian villages tucked deep into the pockets Odisha’s vast mountainous region, survivors heard chants ”Christian dharmo chalibo nahi” [Christian religion will not remain]. The groups killed many Christians who were publicly slaughtered, buried alive or burned. Human rights groups estimate that, by the time the Indian government took control of the situation, over 100 Christians were dead, 300 churches destroyed, 600 homes demolished and 56,000 people homeless.
In 2009 - exactly one year later, at the same time that the Hindu extremists began their rioting and path of destruction and horror; a herd of wild elephants charged through Kandhamal - as they do every year. Although this year they arrived abnormally early and the homes of those responsible for the 2008 riots were completely wiped out as elephants stormed through their communities killing five of the Christian oppressors. Some Christian homes were damaged, but no Christians died.
The animals were later referred to as the “Christian Elephants.”
Examples in scripture where the Lord God used His creation of animals to accomplish His goals:
a donkey Numbers 22:28; a whale Jonah 1:17; ravens 1 Kings 17:3-4; bear 2 Kings 2:23-25 and lions Daniel 6:22.
Although elephants aren't found in scripture … why not in modern day - the Lord used elephants in India?!
3-26-20, * -- Reportedly, in 2007 Christian leader in Kandhamal Odisha, India - Pastor Prakash, brought 40 orphaned children into his home, from areas ravaged by disaster. By 2008, radical Hindu locals wanted to kill him. Pastor Prakash reported: “I was bound to leave my housing by evening. I left everything. I went to the forest with the children. By 7:30 they burned down my house.” The next two days were spent deep in the jungle and later in a relief camp, or rehabilitation home. Christian non-government organizations (NGO’s) sent representatives to set up tents and give the newly homeless people food and supplies.
On August 23, 2008, Hindu leader Swami Laxmanananda was assassinated in Odisha. Police arrested seven Maoist men. However, the area’s Christian population was blamed saying it was an international conspiracy organized by the church. Christianity was banned and, over a three month period of terror; Christians were commanded to denounce their faith and follow Hinduism or be arrested. While extremist Hindus traveled in murderous groups to small Christian villages tucked deep into the pockets Odisha’s vast mountainous region, survivors heard chants ”Christian dharmo chalibo nahi” [Christian religion will not remain]. The groups killed many Christians who were publicly slaughtered, buried alive or burned. Human rights groups estimate that, by the time the Indian government took control of the situation, over 100 Christians were dead, 300 churches destroyed, 600 homes demolished and 56,000 people homeless.
In 2009 - exactly one year later, at the same time that the Hindu extremists began their rioting and path of destruction and horror; a herd of wild elephants charged through Kandhamal - as they do every year. Although this year they arrived abnormally early and the homes of those responsible for the 2008 riots were completely wiped out as elephants stormed through their communities killing five of the Christian oppressors. Some Christian homes were damaged, but no Christians died.
The animals were later referred to as the “Christian Elephants.”
Examples in scripture where the Lord God used His creation of animals to accomplish His goals:
a donkey Numbers 22:28; a whale Jonah 1:17; ravens 1 Kings 17:3-4; bear 2 Kings 2:23-25 and lions Daniel 6:22.
Although elephants aren't found in scripture … why not in modern day - the Lord used elephants in India?!
Five Christians in India Falsely Accused of Killing Hindu Leader
11-29-19, MorningStarNews -- The Supreme Court of India issued a decision granting bail to the five Christians from Odisha state falsely accused of killing Hindu leader Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati, whose death on Aug. 23, 2008 in Kandhamal District touched off anti-Christian attacks that killed 120 people, destroyed nearly 6,000 homes and displaced thousands...
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Excerpted and adapted full original report by Will Gerhard, Persecution Today here
11-29-19, MorningStarNews -- The Supreme Court of India issued a decision granting bail to the five Christians from Odisha state falsely accused of killing Hindu leader Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati, whose death on Aug. 23, 2008 in Kandhamal District touched off anti-Christian attacks that killed 120 people, destroyed nearly 6,000 homes and displaced thousands...
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Excerpted and adapted full original report by Will Gerhard, Persecution Today here
 God's word tells us that a 'happy heart' is good medicine: 1) 1 Timothy 5:23 Don’t drink only water. You ought to drink a little wine for the sake of your stomach because you are sick so often. 2) Matthew 9:12 Jesus said, “Healthy people don’t need a doctor–sick people do.” 3) Jeremiah 8:22 Is there no medicine in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why is there no healing for the wounds of my people? |  |
4) Ezekiel 47:11-12 Yet its swamps and marshes will not be healed; they will be left for salt. All kinds of trees providing food will grow along both banks of the river. Their leaves will not wither, and their fruit will not fail. Each month they will bear fresh fruit because the water comes from the sanctuary. Their fruit will be used for food and their leaves for medicine.
5) Isaiah 38:21; 2 Kings 20:7 Isaiah had said to Hezekiah’s servants, “Make an ointment from figs and spread it over the boil, and Hezekiah will recover.”
6) Jeremiah 51:8 But suddenly Babylon, too, has fallen. Weep for her. Give her medicine. Perhaps she can yet be healed.
7) Psalm 103:2-3 Bless the Lord, my soul, and never forget any of his benefits: He continues to forgive all your sins, he continues to heal all your diseases.
8) Revelation 22:2 It flowed down the center of the main street. On each side of the river grew a tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, with a fresh crop each month. The leaves were used for medicine to heal the nations.
9)Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
5) Isaiah 38:21; 2 Kings 20:7 Isaiah had said to Hezekiah’s servants, “Make an ointment from figs and spread it over the boil, and Hezekiah will recover.”
6) Jeremiah 51:8 But suddenly Babylon, too, has fallen. Weep for her. Give her medicine. Perhaps she can yet be healed.
7) Psalm 103:2-3 Bless the Lord, my soul, and never forget any of his benefits: He continues to forgive all your sins, he continues to heal all your diseases.
8) Revelation 22:2 It flowed down the center of the main street. On each side of the river grew a tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, with a fresh crop each month. The leaves were used for medicine to heal the nations.
9)Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
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NCAA announces all basketball tournaments, including March Madness College Basketball ...
3-11-20, NBCNews -- Sadly the NCAA [college basketball in the USA] announced that the upcoming "March 2020 Madness" basketball tournaments will severely restrict attendance to only "essential staff and limited family" due to the coronavirus outbreak. Spokesman said they will continue to monitor and make adjustments as needed.
3-11-20, NBCNews -- Sadly the NCAA [college basketball in the USA] announced that the upcoming "March 2020 Madness" basketball tournaments will severely restrict attendance to only "essential staff and limited family" due to the coronavirus outbreak. Spokesman said they will continue to monitor and make adjustments as needed.
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6-13-21, Because of God's endless love, He warns us to repent to be saved. Luke 13:3
9-17-21, Report about Ivermectin medicine for humans by Nancy Thorner, Illinois Review: "Ivermectin, much like HCQ, has been successfully used treating Covid cases.
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7-8-21-21, Israel has only 8000 square miles of land - the Muslims have 5 million. Yet, they also want the Jews land. Of all the nations of the world, the Lord chose the descendants of Jacob [Jews], not Ishmael [Muslims], to be His covenant people - the descendants of Abraham and wife Sarah. (Genesis 17:19-21; Malachi 1:1–5).
7-3-21, The Lord's trumpet call could happen anytime! 1 Cor 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:17; Rev 22:20
7-2-21, Trust in God. Proverbs 3:5-6
7-1-21, Pray for your family. Luke 18:1
6-30-21, May the Lord's face shine upon you. Numbers 6:24-26
6-29-21, The late great Rev Billy Graham was right and the words of the Lord Jesus have been fulfilled. Christians are hated as HE was hated. Matthew 10:22, 24:9; Mark 13:13; Luke 21:17
6-28-21, God loves us all and wants none of us to suffer the pains of Hell - but it's our choice - do not believe the prosperity preachers! God hasn't promised us prosperity. He promises life everlasting IF we repent and turn our lives over to the Lord Jesus. John 3:16; Luke 13:3
6-27-21, The Lord Jesus will return in like manner as He returned to Heaven. Acts 1:11
6-26-21, Be patient and pray. Romans 12:12
6-24-21, Pray for the Jewish state of Israel. Psalm 122:6
6-22-21, USA must repent of her abominations before the Lord Jesus will bless us again. Luke 11:28
6-16-21, How sweet that in 1976 Steve & Jan shared God's good news of salvation in Jesus with John and I. Isaiah 52:7
6-15-21, God and His Word will STAND FOREVER! Isaiah 40:8
6-12-21, In whatever state we're in ... it could be worse ... give God our praise & be grateful. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
6-11-21, Man & Woman = perfect fit! Genesis 2:24
Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:8; Ephesians 5:31
6-10-21, Jesus told us to love our enemies and be good to those who abuse us. Luke 6:27
6-9-21 Read God's love letters and book of instructions.
✝️ 6-8-21, Because of God’s love, while we were yet sinners, the Lord Jesus Christ suffered & died for us. It was God's plan for sinful mankind to repent trusting Him to save them; He could/can because He is God and arose from death. Thank You, Lord. Romans 5:8; Galatians 2:20
6-6-21, Turn to God ... repent and be saved. Romans 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, 10:13, John 15:1-5
6-5-21, The people are joyful when we have a righteous God fearing leader. Proverbs 29:2, 27
6-4-21, NASA reports many space rocks 'hailstones? incoming. Revelation 16:21
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6-3-21, Be at peace knowing that IF we are born again children of King Jesus, He will sustain us. Isaiah 46:4; John 3:3, 7
6-1-21, In the current world Christians and Jews are increasingly despised. Jesus warned us. Matthew 5:11; Mark 13:13
5-27-21, Jesus is the only way for salvation from Hell. John 14:6; Romans 10:10
5-25-21, The eyes of the Lord Jesus are upon us. He sees our every step. Proverb 15:3; Job 31:4; 2 Chronicles 16:9
✝️ 5-24-21, Our eternal destination is determined by each of us individually. We chose Hell when we reject Christ. John 3:17-18, 14:6; Romans 5:2; Ephesians 2:18; Hebrews 10:20
5-23-21, God said - IF, HUMBLE, WHEN, TURN, STOP, THEN ... 2 Chronicles 7:14
5-17-21, Bible says: "Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her, all who love her. Rejoice greatly with her, all who mourn over her." Isaiah 66:10
5-20-21, Israel is the ONLY Democratic nation in the middle east. The Muslims don't want the Jews to even have the tiny speck of land they have. The Islamic nations are 650 times larger than the Jewish nation.
5-18-21, The Muslims are the descendants of Ishmael and are usurpers in the Jewish land of Israel. Zephaniah 2:9; Jeremiah 23:7-8; Genesis 17:19-21; Deuteronomy 30:7
God's covenant for the land of Israel is with Abraham, Wife Sarah and Son ISAAC. Genesis 17:19, 21
5-11-21, Born again? John 3:3, 7
5-10-21, The Lord Jesus mandate to His faithful followers; share His Good News! Mark 16:15
5-8-21, God knows of man's wickedness; that's why Jesus came to save all who repent. Matthew 11:28-29; 1 Peter 2:1
5-6-21, The Lord Jesus could return at any time. Amos 4:12
❤️ 5-2-21, It takes courage to buck the wicked crowd. Genesis 6:9 ❤️
4-30-21, IS THE USA STILL BLESSED? Is the Lord honored? Psalm 33:12
4-27-21, God loves us and Jesus died for us. John 3:16
4-20-21, God's miracles called 'chance' ... yeah when God's performing anonymously.
4-19-21, Jesus said He'd come again. John 14:1-3
4-15-21, Everything that breathes should praise God. Psalm 150:6
4-12-21, God's word says He will heal the land IF His people will repent, honor Him and pray. 2 Chronicles 7:14
4-13-21, Abortion is murdering an innocent human being.
4-7-21, We are unable to earn forgiveness & eternal life with Jesus; it's a free gift. Ephesians 2:9-10; John 14:6. No Jesus, No Heaven.
4-8-21, Psalm 23:1
4-6-21, God's Mysteries ... Locked: Daniel 12:4-9
Unlocked: Rev 22:7-17
4-5-21, Pray: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
3-26-21, Jesus is the MAIN PERSON in this history book of the Bible. Luke 18:31-34
3-25-21, Most important relationship for anyone to have is with their Judge & Savior, Jesus. Luke 12:15-21
3-24-21, Salvation is a gift to those who repent and trust Jesus for their eternal salvation. 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Ephesians 2:9-10
3-12-21, Jesus gave His apostles encouragement about His leaving. He's preparing a place for His faithful & He will return. John 14:1-3
3-10-21, Without Jesus, we're already lost. John 3:17-18
3-7-21, True JOY only comes from faith and dependence on the Lord Jesus. John 16:24
3-4-21, Men beware of wicked women. Isaiah 3:12; Proverbs 21:9
2-24-21 Fret not evil doers. Proverbs 24:19-20; Psalm 141:10
2-12-21, Apostle Paul spoke of the end of all things. 1 Peter 4:7; See Mark 13:30, 37
2-19-21, God is our Refuge and Strength. Psalm 46:1
2-16-21 Meteors firey hailstones? Revelation 16:21
2-13-21, Do you claim to be a born again follower of the Lord Jesus yet deliberately & repeatedly disobey Him with no remorse? You are a liar. 1 John 2:4
2-2-21, The more you pray, the more peace you'll feel. Phil 4:7
1-31-21, The Lord Jesus cannot lie; He said He'd come again and He will. John 14:3
1-30-21, Lord & King Jesus' appearance is described in Revelation 1:13-16
1-26-21, The 'Gospel' of Christ is GOOD NEWS that Jesus came to save sinners. 1 Corinthians 15:1, 3-4
1-9-21, The USA is no longer blessed because The Lord Jesus is not our God - SATAN is the 'god' of the USA.
1-25-21, Jesus and the Father are ONE. John 10:30, 14:9
12-2-20, Jesus' re-appearing; our 'Blessed Hope' Titus 2:13
12-26-20, The 'conclusion' of the matter: We must fear and obey God. Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
12-8-20, Be at peace, trust God. 2 Corinthians 12:10; Luke 1:51
11-2-20, We don't know day or hour, but when He's at the doors. John 10:7-10
The Lord Jesus said to:
"PRAY & WATCH"
Mark 13:33, 37
10-16-20, This confirmation and validation of ancient cities and Kings of Israel surely reinforces our faith and confidence in the Savior Jesus Christ. John 14:6
9-25-20, We know not the day & hour of the Lord's return. We must pray and be prepared. Psalm 26:2
□□ ✝️ 9-13-20, Jesus will return, He said He would. John 14:3; 1 Thessalonians 5:4; Mark 13:33
Revelation 21:4
✝️ 9-6-20, In THAT day - all the world will recognize the King of Kings, Jesus Christ. Philippians 2:9-11
Jesus said, Feed My sheep John 21:17
2-23-20, As in days of Noah & Lot. Luke 17:20-30
✝️ 9-2-20, The Lord God loves all sinners and only by the Lord Jesus Christ can we be saved. Acts 4:12; John 14.6
Luke 13:3; 21:28
8-22-20, The Lord is not slow; He's patient. Do not abuse His patience with callous disregard for His statutes. Repent and be holy in the sight of the Lord. John 14:15; Romans 2:2-8; Exodus 32:33; Ecclesiastes 8:11; Revelation 3:5
John 3:16; Romans 5:8
The Lord Jesus shall judge the living and the dead. Acts 10:42, 17:31
8-6-20, Now the USA anarchist rioters are burning Bibles. I don't know what burning the Bible has to do with protesting against police brutality. Hatred for God, that's why. James 4:4
Proverbs 22:3
John 3:18
Jesus said, 'You must be born again." John 3:3, 7
✝️ 6-17-20, Many people have the misconception that the Lord's TEN COMMANDMENTS are just suggestions since Jesus came and we're now under the NEW COVENANT. Well, Jesus repeated them in Matthew 19:18-19.
✝️ 6-8-20, Jesus is God; He came to save sinners. “For He [Jesus] Whom God sent speaks the words of God: The Father loves the Son & has given all things into His hand. He that believs on the Son hath everlasting life & they that believes not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on them.” John 3:34-36
✝️ 6-7-20, The Lord □ Jesus spoke from the cross first of forgiveness, salvation then of His Mother's care into John's hands. He spoke of being forsaken & then triumph as His task as human was complete shedding His perfect blood for the forgiveness of sins to all who repent believing in Him. His body was thirsty. And last of His reunion with the Father. Matthew 27:46; Luke 23:34, 43, 46; John 19:26-28, 30; Mark 15:34
Genesis 1:9-10
✝️ 5-28-20, God's word has many encouraging promises to those who stand fast in their faith of the Lord □ Jesus. We're called 'Overcomers' - 1 John 5:4-5; Revelation 2:7, 3:21. Thank You, Lord.
✝️ 5-7-20, Sins □ Jesus Harshly Condemns; He said, “God knows our hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. V9 For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” [Pride] Luke 16:15, 18:9-14; Hebrews 1:8-9
✝️ 5-6-20, In the Bible's book of Proverbs we are instructed that fools bring trouble to their families and evil doers will bow before the Wise. Proverbs 11:29, 14:19.
✝️ 4-20-20, The Lord □ Jesus said we must obey Him else it's like we built our houses on sand that when rains come they'll be destroyed. Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 6:46-49; James 1:22; Proverbs 10:25 □□
✝️ 4-18-20, As the world deals with the horrible danger of health and financial ruin ... Whom shall we fear? God is the ROCK of our salvation. Trust Him and be at peace. Psalm 62:6; Romans 12:18
Matthew 27:32; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:26 Many believe Simon was a black man; or a Jewish convert from Africa.
Mark 3:5; John 2:15; Matthew 23:13, 33
Jesus Told Samaritan Woman: 'I AM HE!' John 4:5-26
Proverbs 3:5
We live by God's Word; not just by bread alone. Matthew 4:4; Luke 4:4; Deuteronomy 8:3
Isaiah 42:1-4
Mark 6:48-50; Matthew 14:28
Hebrews 4:15
Hebrews 7:25
Philippians 2:5-6; 7-9, 10-11
The Lord Watches Over Jerusalem
Psalm 134:1-3
Proverbs 6:6-8
Elijah Raptured, Genesis 5:24, 2 Kings 2:11
1 John 5:11-13
John 5:17-18; Hebrews 1:8; 2 Peter 1:1
Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, 10:13; 1 Cor 15:4
1 John 1:7
Deuteronomy 11:12
Hebrews 6:4, 10:26-31
Mark 13:13
Wives Obey & Husbands Love
1 Peter 3:1; Ephesians 5:25
John 17:24
Isaiah 53:3-5
Luke 16:19-20, 21-31
Marriage Before Sex
Hebrews 13:4
Ephesians 5:21
God's NAME on His kids Numbers 6:27
2 Chronicles 14:2-3, 4-5, 6-7
God always warns before punishment: Noah, Lot, Jonah and us too. Repent now.
Jesus had six half brothers & sisters.
Matt 13:55; Mark 6:3; Jude 1:1
Matthew 6:33
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Revelation 21:8
Psalm 91:3
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