Hot take for today: I think that adoption, or at least state-sponsored adoption, is sinful.
Feel free to leave some indignant replies.
1) The vast majority of children in the foster system are not orphans. The US does not keep these statistics, but estimates indicate 90%+ have at least one living parent, not to mention extended family. The foster system allows mass abandonment of children, underwritten by Christians. In many cases, adoptive families go to court to take children away from parents or family members who actively want to keep them.
2) It opens up all sorts of other sinful doors, such as gay couples adopting or adopting children of other races.
3) The legal fiction of adoption results in lying, calling people "mother" and "father" who simply are not.
4) There is no example of an unrelated person adopting someone in Scripture. The best example is perhaps Esther, who is raised by her uncle. With no godly examples, we ought to conclude it is discouraged.
5) God often closes the womb as punishment, and the Scriptural response is to pray for children, not to attempt to circumvent God's judgment.
6) Christians have ordinarily cared for true orphans in orphanages or monasteries, not by disrupting intact households and thereby spreading dysfunction.
7) The handful of references to God adopting believers (υιοθεσια) is grossly taken out of context by proponents of adoption. For instance, St. Paul says Israel was adopted by God (Rom. 9:4) but God refers to Israel as His firstborn son (Ex. 4:22). Clearly God has created us all and has a "natural" relationship to us in that sense; adoption is used particularly to refer to Gentiles being brought in (cf. Rom. 11) who were not a natural branch. In other words, adoption is corporate, not individualistic. To infer from this that we should sacrifice our natural children to adopt children in the way that God did is to completely pervert the atonement and misunderstand adoption.
Feel free to leave some indignant replies.
1) The vast majority of children in the foster system are not orphans. The US does not keep these statistics, but estimates indicate 90%+ have at least one living parent, not to mention extended family. The foster system allows mass abandonment of children, underwritten by Christians. In many cases, adoptive families go to court to take children away from parents or family members who actively want to keep them.
2) It opens up all sorts of other sinful doors, such as gay couples adopting or adopting children of other races.
3) The legal fiction of adoption results in lying, calling people "mother" and "father" who simply are not.
4) There is no example of an unrelated person adopting someone in Scripture. The best example is perhaps Esther, who is raised by her uncle. With no godly examples, we ought to conclude it is discouraged.
5) God often closes the womb as punishment, and the Scriptural response is to pray for children, not to attempt to circumvent God's judgment.
6) Christians have ordinarily cared for true orphans in orphanages or monasteries, not by disrupting intact households and thereby spreading dysfunction.
7) The handful of references to God adopting believers (υιοθεσια) is grossly taken out of context by proponents of adoption. For instance, St. Paul says Israel was adopted by God (Rom. 9:4) but God refers to Israel as His firstborn son (Ex. 4:22). Clearly God has created us all and has a "natural" relationship to us in that sense; adoption is used particularly to refer to Gentiles being brought in (cf. Rom. 11) who were not a natural branch. In other words, adoption is corporate, not individualistic. To infer from this that we should sacrifice our natural children to adopt children in the way that God did is to completely pervert the atonement and misunderstand adoption.
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This Dickie Spencer speech from 2016 actually goes incredibly hard.
https://youtu.be/1o6-bi3jlxk?si=Re1XUANEMNHZyeFN
https://youtu.be/1o6-bi3jlxk?si=Re1XUANEMNHZyeFN
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'Hail Trump!': Richard Spencer Speech Excerpts
Video of an alt-right conference in Washington, D.C., where Trump’s victory was met with cheers and Nazi salutes.
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Solomon speaks mostly of three women in Proverbs: Lady Wisdom, the nagging wife, and the harlot. I think it's likely that Solomon models these characters on the three wives of David, the women he knew best.
Obviously Michal is the nagging wife, and very likely Bathsheba is the harlot he has in mind. And finally Abigail, the wife of Nabal the fool, is ironically Lady Wisdom.
Obviously Michal is the nagging wife, and very likely Bathsheba is the harlot he has in mind. And finally Abigail, the wife of Nabal the fool, is ironically Lady Wisdom.
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Back when I lived in an apartment, my A/C went out and the landlord hired someone to come out and fix it. On the phone he had a thick foreign accent that was hard to place.
When the van pulled up, a short, blond, middle aged man hopped out and introduced himself. Up close, I saw he had curly hair, bright blue eyes, and the classic semitic hooked nose.
As he worked, we made some small talk. He told me he was Iraqi, from an obscure rural village in the north of the country. He told me he came to America after the war because America had ruined the country.
He told me there was virtually no crime under Hussein, that insurance was not required, food was affordable, and public utilities reliable. During US administration, religious tensions flared up, crime rose, living costs exploded, and basic utlities and food became luxuries.
The overthrow of wealthy Middle Eastern countries was a deliberate strategy to cause mass migration. Neocons are a plague.
When the van pulled up, a short, blond, middle aged man hopped out and introduced himself. Up close, I saw he had curly hair, bright blue eyes, and the classic semitic hooked nose.
As he worked, we made some small talk. He told me he was Iraqi, from an obscure rural village in the north of the country. He told me he came to America after the war because America had ruined the country.
He told me there was virtually no crime under Hussein, that insurance was not required, food was affordable, and public utilities reliable. During US administration, religious tensions flared up, crime rose, living costs exploded, and basic utlities and food became luxuries.
The overthrow of wealthy Middle Eastern countries was a deliberate strategy to cause mass migration. Neocons are a plague.
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Slave economies nearly always hollow out the middle class to the benefit of the upper class. The Confederacy is a striking example of this phenomenon, where enslaved blacks had a higher standard of living than the median free White.
Today, offshoring, outsourcing, and immigration are having the same effect. Needless to say, "free markets" cannot rely on slave labor, and anyone using free markets arguments to justify this pillaging of the middle class knows neither economics nor history.
Today, offshoring, outsourcing, and immigration are having the same effect. Needless to say, "free markets" cannot rely on slave labor, and anyone using free markets arguments to justify this pillaging of the middle class knows neither economics nor history.
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The Roman Catholic stance on Scripture and canon can be easily refuted by this one simple question:
Did the church select the book because they were authoritative, or are the books authoritative because the church selected them?
If they say the former, then they thereby admit the ontological canon existed as such before the Church made any selections. If they say the latter, then they explicilty subordinate the Scriptures to the Church, and at that point, all their Petrine arguments for authority and Pauline statements about tradition completely fall apart.
Did the church select the book because they were authoritative, or are the books authoritative because the church selected them?
If they say the former, then they thereby admit the ontological canon existed as such before the Church made any selections. If they say the latter, then they explicilty subordinate the Scriptures to the Church, and at that point, all their Petrine arguments for authority and Pauline statements about tradition completely fall apart.
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As an American, I am generally ignorant of European politics (and yes, I'm proud of this). But I thought I might comment on something: Obviously much of the initial "slava Ukrani" hyteria was just virtue signalling, and the right saw this and generally felt more sympathetic to Russia.
Almost 4 years later and European powers are still freaking out about Russia, while most Americans have lost interest. The American right has seen that Russia is not a White nationalist utopia; rather, they have gotten 100ks of White men killed for immaterial land gains, and are importing Indians and central Asians into their already multiethnic empire.
But I think Europe is still so nervous about Russia because they realize how abused their population is, and how repressed their people are. Many Europeans would honestly prefer the pragmatic Putin rather than the vindictive Von der Lyden. The leaders sense their instability.
The takeaway is this: If we win in America, it will be easy to fix Europe. If they fear destabilization from Russia, how much easier will it be for America to force them into line, even with simple tactics like embargo, tarriffs, calling notes, and freezing assets.
Almost 4 years later and European powers are still freaking out about Russia, while most Americans have lost interest. The American right has seen that Russia is not a White nationalist utopia; rather, they have gotten 100ks of White men killed for immaterial land gains, and are importing Indians and central Asians into their already multiethnic empire.
But I think Europe is still so nervous about Russia because they realize how abused their population is, and how repressed their people are. Many Europeans would honestly prefer the pragmatic Putin rather than the vindictive Von der Lyden. The leaders sense their instability.
The takeaway is this: If we win in America, it will be easy to fix Europe. If they fear destabilization from Russia, how much easier will it be for America to force them into line, even with simple tactics like embargo, tarriffs, calling notes, and freezing assets.
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Forwarded from Dixie Polis
Jesus was the Angel that killed 185,000 Assyrians for threatening Israel.
Jesus was the One Who gave Moses the Law. It was His writing on the Tablets.
Jesus was the Angel that covered Israel with a cloud by day and guided them with a pillar of fire by night.
He comforted Rahab, inspired Gideon to fight, removed Joshua's iniquity, and provided the sacrifice to Abraham, saving Isaac and foretelling His coming.
Jesus was right beside His people the entire time, guiding them and keeping them.
Then He came to Earth, took on flesh and Tabernacled with us.
Jesus was the One Who gave Moses the Law. It was His writing on the Tablets.
Jesus was the Angel that covered Israel with a cloud by day and guided them with a pillar of fire by night.
He comforted Rahab, inspired Gideon to fight, removed Joshua's iniquity, and provided the sacrifice to Abraham, saving Isaac and foretelling His coming.
Jesus was right beside His people the entire time, guiding them and keeping them.
Then He came to Earth, took on flesh and Tabernacled with us.
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Forwarded from Protestant Post (Dr. Basedologist)
And there were in the same countrey shepheards, abiding in the fielde, and keeping watch by night ouer their flocke. And loe, the Angel of the Lord came vpon them, and the glorie of the Lord shone about them, and they were sore afraide. Then the Angel saide vnto them,
Be not afraid: for behold, I bring you glad tidings of great ioy, that shalbe to all the people, That is, that vnto you is borne this day in the citie of Dauid, a Sauiour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shalbe a signe to you, Yee shall finde the babe swadled, and laid in a cratch.
And straightway there was with the Angel a multitude of heauenly souldiers, praising God, and saying,
Glory be to God in the high heauens, and peace in earth, and towards men good will.
Be not afraid: for behold, I bring you glad tidings of great ioy, that shalbe to all the people, That is, that vnto you is borne this day in the citie of Dauid, a Sauiour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shalbe a signe to you, Yee shall finde the babe swadled, and laid in a cratch.
And straightway there was with the Angel a multitude of heauenly souldiers, praising God, and saying,
Glory be to God in the high heauens, and peace in earth, and towards men good will.
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Forwarded from Protestant Post (Dr. Basedologist)
Merry Christmas and good Yule, friends! The Mighty God became flesh, a little baby -- wonder of wonders. All the best, frens.
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Merry Christmas and Good Yule to all, even the losers and the haters!
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In Praise of the Puritans
It is my contention that the Puritans were the pinnacle of the West. In four successive settlements, their lineage was the first and farthest flung.
First, of all Japeth's sons, Ashkenaz was the most remote from Ararat. Second, of the Scythian/Germanic settlement of Europe, they reached the Atlantic coast. Third, they traveled to Britain and gave most of the Island their name. Finally, they were the progentiors of the most successful English settlement of North America.
As one might suspect from this, they were probably the hardiest, most courageous, and fiercely independent of perhaps all folk ever. They braved incredible odds with admirable faithfulness.
It was for this reason that God rewarded them with immense riches and the better part of a continent. And it was for the beastly sins of the redskins which God so completely judged them.
Unfortunately, our system of child sacrifice is probably more widespread than theirs. And I believe the only reason God has not given us the Sodom treatment is because of the many genuine and pious descendents of the Puritans still here.
It is my contention that the Puritans were the pinnacle of the West. In four successive settlements, their lineage was the first and farthest flung.
First, of all Japeth's sons, Ashkenaz was the most remote from Ararat. Second, of the Scythian/Germanic settlement of Europe, they reached the Atlantic coast. Third, they traveled to Britain and gave most of the Island their name. Finally, they were the progentiors of the most successful English settlement of North America.
As one might suspect from this, they were probably the hardiest, most courageous, and fiercely independent of perhaps all folk ever. They braved incredible odds with admirable faithfulness.
It was for this reason that God rewarded them with immense riches and the better part of a continent. And it was for the beastly sins of the redskins which God so completely judged them.
Unfortunately, our system of child sacrifice is probably more widespread than theirs. And I believe the only reason God has not given us the Sodom treatment is because of the many genuine and pious descendents of the Puritans still here.
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Friendly reminder that today is only the 4th day of Christmas.
I better not see anyone's Christmas spirit waning.
I better not see anyone's Christmas spirit waning.
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For He Is Like a Refiner's Fire
Why is the messenger of the covnenant "like a refiner's fire" in Malachi's prophecy? At first glance, it appears Jesus did not "purify the sons of Levi" for the nation as a whole rejected Him.
But in fact, the apostasy of Israel was foreseen by God, as was the preservation of the remnant or stump, and indeed thousands Jews were redeemed to again offer pleasing offerings. But the cutting off of the apostate nation was part of means by which Jesus cleansed the nation. As the passage goes on to say, "Then I will draw near to you for judgement."
Of course Christ coming to save His people is the overtone of all the Nativity prophecies. But for those who reject him and refuse to see the wondrous grace of God in the Nativity, there is great judgement. The light has come into the world, but the reason he gives light is because he is burning with power and majesty, and Scripture elsewhere calls him a consuming fire.
Why is the messenger of the covnenant "like a refiner's fire" in Malachi's prophecy? At first glance, it appears Jesus did not "purify the sons of Levi" for the nation as a whole rejected Him.
But in fact, the apostasy of Israel was foreseen by God, as was the preservation of the remnant or stump, and indeed thousands Jews were redeemed to again offer pleasing offerings. But the cutting off of the apostate nation was part of means by which Jesus cleansed the nation. As the passage goes on to say, "Then I will draw near to you for judgement."
Of course Christ coming to save His people is the overtone of all the Nativity prophecies. But for those who reject him and refuse to see the wondrous grace of God in the Nativity, there is great judgement. The light has come into the world, but the reason he gives light is because he is burning with power and majesty, and Scripture elsewhere calls him a consuming fire.
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There really are no Gen Xers. Overshadowed by the two larger generations sandwiching them, they tend towards one or the other.
They tend to either be cosumption obsessed boomers or Stage 3 good-boy morality millennials.
I think it really is a question of who raised them. Gen Xers with Silent Gen parents are more Boomer esque whereas those with Boomer parents are more like millennials.
They tend to either be cosumption obsessed boomers or Stage 3 good-boy morality millennials.
I think it really is a question of who raised them. Gen Xers with Silent Gen parents are more Boomer esque whereas those with Boomer parents are more like millennials.
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The Sun of Righteousness Shall Rise
Another unintuitive part of the Christmas prophecies is brought up by this passage of Malachi. He states the evil will be burnt up, but "for those who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise, with healing in his wings." The righteous will "go forth leaping like calves from the stall."
But this celebratory dance is for the purpose of treading down the wicked, who "will be ashes under your feet." This is clearly a reference to the defeat of Satan crushed beneath the infant Christ's feet and by extension our feet. And unlike men, who turn into dust when they disintegrate, the serpent turns into burnt and charred ash.
Another overlooked component is that the coming Elijah will "turn the hearts of the children to their fathers" and vice versa. Why is intergenerational reconciliation such a central part of the prophecy?
Because God blesses lineally, through natural generation. The appendix of the Decalogue, and even the Protoevangelium show this. The curse of sin has so long been passed down lineally, but now grace will be passed down lineally in larger measure.
Another unintuitive part of the Christmas prophecies is brought up by this passage of Malachi. He states the evil will be burnt up, but "for those who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise, with healing in his wings." The righteous will "go forth leaping like calves from the stall."
But this celebratory dance is for the purpose of treading down the wicked, who "will be ashes under your feet." This is clearly a reference to the defeat of Satan crushed beneath the infant Christ's feet and by extension our feet. And unlike men, who turn into dust when they disintegrate, the serpent turns into burnt and charred ash.
Another overlooked component is that the coming Elijah will "turn the hearts of the children to their fathers" and vice versa. Why is intergenerational reconciliation such a central part of the prophecy?
Because God blesses lineally, through natural generation. The appendix of the Decalogue, and even the Protoevangelium show this. The curse of sin has so long been passed down lineally, but now grace will be passed down lineally in larger measure.
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For everyone blackpilling about Trump, I'd like to point out the Somali fraud networks in MN. This all took place under Tim Walz's watch (and at least to a degree with his knowledge given prior whistleblowers).
This would be happening nationwide had Trump lost. Let's count our ~2.8M blessings (deportations in the last year) instead.
This would be happening nationwide had Trump lost. Let's count our ~2.8M blessings (deportations in the last year) instead.
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Happy New Year, gentlemen. I'm not really one for resolutions, but my main goal for 2026 is to spend more time working and building offline than online.
- Spend more time in church and private devotions than listening to sermons or reading articles.
- Spend more time physically with friends and family than texting or calling them.
- Spend more time on political organizing IRL than political posting online.
🥂Here's to all of you -- God's blessings on your upcoming year.
The Lord our God be with us, as he was with our fathers; may he not leave us or forsake us; that he may incline our hearts to him, to walk in all his ways, and to keep his commandments, his statutes, and his ordinances, which he commanded our fathers. -- 1 Kings 8:57-58
- Spend more time in church and private devotions than listening to sermons or reading articles.
- Spend more time physically with friends and family than texting or calling them.
- Spend more time on political organizing IRL than political posting online.
🥂Here's to all of you -- God's blessings on your upcoming year.
The Lord our God be with us, as he was with our fathers; may he not leave us or forsake us; that he may incline our hearts to him, to walk in all his ways, and to keep his commandments, his statutes, and his ordinances, which he commanded our fathers. -- 1 Kings 8:57-58
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