Comments on: Recent Happenings

By: twoBlondes_andaBrunette

twoBlondes_andaBrunette — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 23:17:00 +0000

Very nice. Love the funny video of the homeschoolers :)

Praying for you often,

Laura

By: Annie Oakley

Annie Oakley — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 22:30:00 +0000

On that Xango video, that is false advertising!!! I could take that one to court, but then... wait a minute... I would have to buy some and try it first! Such a cool video, and so much fun!
~Annie Oakley

By: jared_katie

jared_katie — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:23:00 +0000

Hey, brutha man daddy! Katie told me about your momentous decision, so I thought I'd at least try to boost your confidence in supporting the good governor, seeing how most Freddies I've heard of and talked to are now goo-gooing over Romney. (That's a fascinating commentary on 'conservatism' in itself; he would've had a snowball's chance in the spiritual down under of getting their vote before that point--on the big three, the Freddies' allegiances were 'supposed' to be closer to Huckabee than Romney. Huckabee must be contagious or something. :P)

For both Mitt and Mike, the issues run much deeper than how they claim to stand for conservative principles. (You're right, forget McCain--there doesn't seem to be a true conservative bone in his body; I think his spun image and his deep faith in American forgetfulness are what's making him attractive.) And obviously, there are pros and cons in every candidate. But why would Christian conservatives not overwhelmingly choose one of their own, especially over a Mormon? I think the answer is in those deeper issues. We're dealing with a spiritual realm running concurrent with the political sphere, a spirit that's sowing in the hearts of Christians a blinding fog of confusion. Why else would self-proclaimed 'Reagan conservatives' go for a guy whose only honest claim to consistency is his likeness to John Kerry's big, bad hair and flip-flops (gotta be something in Massachusetts water)?

There must be more to leadership than political expediency and throwing money at an issue, especially when the issue is electing the next President of the United States. For all your Romney friends and family out there, I'd strongly encourage them to research this man very closely before they fall head over heels for him. They can start the study right here: http://youtube.com/watch?v=a9IJUkYUbvI. This is a substantial clip from a 1994 Senate debate w/ Ted Kennedy--very insightful into the values and viewpoints of Mitt Romney.

Thanks for letting me rant (as if you had a choice in the matter). I should just blog about this on my own site instead of monopolizing yours. ;) Love ya, man! Tell Anna and the Zekester hi for us! Go Huck!

By: singinglynnie

singinglynnie — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 19:06:00 +0000

Jarod, I received a link from a friend...think I might help in the finding someone to vote for problem... http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/election2008/candidate-match-game.htm Happy hunting!! Love ya!

By: candidhq

candidhq — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:52:00 +0000

My question on Huckabee is whether he will be able to choose his battles carefully enough, and if he will be able to build enough of a consensus around his goals and ideas. I don't see either of those being his strong point.

By: LLroomtempJ

LLroomtempJ — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 05:02:00 +0000

i'll definitely be in prayer for you, bro.

i don't know who to support in this election either. Huckabee is kinda solid...i don't know about mccain.

By: NO_TheOtherMatt

NO_TheOtherMatt — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 03:57:00 +0000

Take a second look at Romney Jarod. Might talk to Dad... he has some good insight having worked with both Romney and Huckabee when he was at Heritage. Good update and good talking to you tonight.

By: SunriseMeadow

SunriseMeadow — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 13:28:00 +0000

ROFL!! I love that xango... umm... advertisement. The homeschool family one is great too; I have seen that one quite a few times.

May the Lord bless you all as He leads you into the unknown, but not unknown to Him, future!

By: California_Crew

California_Crew — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 09:35:00 +0000

Hi Jarod! You had me going there for a minute, too! I was really getting worried! We are voting for Huckabee, too. We are "HuckaRangers" and have made over a 100 calls to prospective registered voters. It has been fun! (a few hang-ups and all! )

About your move: when God closes one door, He always opens another. All things work together for good to them that love God. It is amazing to me how God directs the lives of those who do love Him. He has wonderful plans for your little family and I am sure you will be amazed at where God will plant you next!

I didn't watch your clips yet, or listen to sermon, but I will tomorrow. I got up with baby Destiny to feed her, (it's 1:30 am) checked in with xanga to see what's going on, but didn't want anyone to hear me. We are having a major snow storm right now, so we wont be able to get out in the morning for church. Tomorrow will be a good day to hear your sermon!

Have you ever heard of Brother Denny? I highly recommend his series for families called, The Godly Home Series. You will love them! They are not at all doctrinal, but are totally Christian living in the home! We have been so blessed by these messages and it just occured to me that you would be, too! Check them out at: www.charityministries.org They are free, too!

Well, Destiny is back in her bed now, so I better sign off and say "Bye" for now!

God bless you, Jared!

By: twoBlondes_andaBrunette

twoBlondes_andaBrunette — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 01:01:00 +0000

Great post Jarod! A nice update! You got me for a minute (well..a second ;) ) on the MicCain thing :) I think all of us over here are polling for Romney now that Thompson is out.

Nasia and I really liked the homeschool video too :)

~ Krissy