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Foreign journalists working in the DPR. Teenagers from Donetsk, growing up among the ruins. Honest conversations about war, duty, choices, and the impossibility of staying neutral...
“Reverse” is a documentary by Ivan I. Tverdovsky, filmed in 2024 in Donetsk, Mariupol, and other cities of the republic.
This isn’t a news report or a war chronicle. It’s a quiet attempt to listen. To see what’s usually left out of frame.
To sit with difficult images.
To remember conversations that stay with you.
To honor those who deserve to be remembered.
The film is part of the special program at the 47th Moscow International Film Festival. Screenings will take place on April 18 and 20 at the October Cinema as part of the MIFF lineup.
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They came to Donbass in search of truth — and stayed for those whose voices were never heard.
Foreign journalists working in the DPR. Teenagers from Donetsk, growing up among the ruins. Honest conversations about war, duty, choices, and the impossibility of staying neutral...
“Reverse” is a documentary by Ivan I. Tverdovsky, filmed in 2024 in Donetsk, Mariupol, and other cities of the republic.
This isn’t a news report or a war chronicle. It’s a quiet attempt to listen. To see what’s usually left out of frame.
To sit with difficult images.
To remember conversations that stay with you.
To honor those who deserve to be remembered.
The film is part of the special program at the 47th Moscow International Film Festival. Screenings will take place on April 18 and 20 at the October Cinema as part of the MIFF lineup.
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❗️Here’s Alex Chopov’s exclusive interview with Daniel Martindale - an American who risked his life by spending almost two years behind Ukrainian lines providing Russian military with vital intelligence and was evacuated by the Russians in a daring raid last fall!
0:00 – Intro: Meet Alex Chopov and Daniel Martindale
2:52 – Daniel’s Background Before 2022
He describes himself as a typical American factory worker and a devout Christian.
4:12 – The Globalist Agenda After COVID
Daniel explains how he realized that after the pandemic, the next phase of the globalist agenda would be a major war.
8:19 – A Curious Sidenote
Daniel’s unexpected press conference on Russian TV after his evacuation from Ukraine.
9:10 – Crossing into Poland, Then Lvov
In February 2022, Daniel crosses the Polish border and heads toward Lvov.
11:09 – The War Begins
The atmosphere in Lvov and how people react to the outbreak of war.
16:02 – Understanding the Reasons for the War
Daniel breaks down his perspective using a "Mexican Texas" historical comparison.
22:12 – Alex’s Story: Exposing the Truth About Donbass
Alex shares why he started a YouTube channel to inform Western audiences about Donbass—his mother’s homeland.
25:40 – Ukrainians’ Hatred Toward Russians
A discussion on the deeply unsettling forms that many Ukrainians' animosity against Russians takes.
29:06 – Biking from Lvov to Kiev
Daniel’s risky bike journey to Kiev, where the situation starts feeling like a James Bond movie.
35:46 – Contacting the Russian Side
Daniel decides to reach out to Russian forces.
41:22 – Journey to Kramatorsk
Heading further east, Daniel encounters dangerous situations and witnesses Ukrainian war crimes.
44:46 – A Tragic Story of Misguided Loyalty
The heartbreaking tale of a young British man who died fighting for Ukraine—the very forces committing the atrocities that horrified him.
48:13 – Avoiding Detection in Kramatorsk
Daniel continues his journey, steering clear of both civilians and Ukrainian military.
51:14 – Settling in Kurakhovo
While staying in Kurakhovo, Daniel sees evidence of the Ukrainian army shelling its own citizens.
58:34 – The Different Types of Soldiers in Ukraine
An analysis of the various factions and motivations within Ukraine’s military forces.
1:01:26 – A Moral Dilemma of Knowing Coordinates You Provide Gets Someone's Son or Husband Killed.
Daniel draws a parallel between his situation and a hostage crisis.
1:07:36 – Ukrainian Nationalists’ Treatment of Donbass Locals
How ultranationalists abuse civilians in the Donbass region.
1:15:45 – The Truth About Ukraine’s Corruption
Why the world needs to know the real situation—Ukraine’s poverty stems from corruption, not Russia.
1:23:36 – The Myth of Ukrainian Democracy
Debunking the false narrative of Ukraine as a thriving democracy.
1:26:22 – Why Daniel Shared Intelligence with Russia
His motivations for aiding the Russian side.
1:29:31 – Public Opinion on Zelensky
What ordinary Ukrainians really think of their president.
1:32:00 – On Ukrainian Hit Lists
Daniel’s thoughts about being targeted for assassination.
1:33:55 – Ukraine’s War and World War III
Could this conflict escalate into a global war?
1:35:27– Evacuation by Russian Forces
How Daniel was safely extracted from the warzone.
1:43:50 – Writing a Book and Future Plans.
Daniel discusses his upcoming book and what’s next for him.
1:47:17 – Two Regrets (One Might Shock You)
Daniel reveals his biggest regrets—and the conversation concludes.
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0:00 – Intro: Meet Alex Chopov and Daniel Martindale
2:52 – Daniel’s Background Before 2022
He describes himself as a typical American factory worker and a devout Christian.
4:12 – The Globalist Agenda After COVID
Daniel explains how he realized that after the pandemic, the next phase of the globalist agenda would be a major war.
8:19 – A Curious Sidenote
Daniel’s unexpected press conference on Russian TV after his evacuation from Ukraine.
9:10 – Crossing into Poland, Then Lvov
In February 2022, Daniel crosses the Polish border and heads toward Lvov.
11:09 – The War Begins
The atmosphere in Lvov and how people react to the outbreak of war.
16:02 – Understanding the Reasons for the War
Daniel breaks down his perspective using a "Mexican Texas" historical comparison.
22:12 – Alex’s Story: Exposing the Truth About Donbass
Alex shares why he started a YouTube channel to inform Western audiences about Donbass—his mother’s homeland.
25:40 – Ukrainians’ Hatred Toward Russians
A discussion on the deeply unsettling forms that many Ukrainians' animosity against Russians takes.
29:06 – Biking from Lvov to Kiev
Daniel’s risky bike journey to Kiev, where the situation starts feeling like a James Bond movie.
35:46 – Contacting the Russian Side
Daniel decides to reach out to Russian forces.
41:22 – Journey to Kramatorsk
Heading further east, Daniel encounters dangerous situations and witnesses Ukrainian war crimes.
44:46 – A Tragic Story of Misguided Loyalty
The heartbreaking tale of a young British man who died fighting for Ukraine—the very forces committing the atrocities that horrified him.
48:13 – Avoiding Detection in Kramatorsk
Daniel continues his journey, steering clear of both civilians and Ukrainian military.
51:14 – Settling in Kurakhovo
While staying in Kurakhovo, Daniel sees evidence of the Ukrainian army shelling its own citizens.
58:34 – The Different Types of Soldiers in Ukraine
An analysis of the various factions and motivations within Ukraine’s military forces.
1:01:26 – A Moral Dilemma of Knowing Coordinates You Provide Gets Someone's Son or Husband Killed.
Daniel draws a parallel between his situation and a hostage crisis.
1:07:36 – Ukrainian Nationalists’ Treatment of Donbass Locals
How ultranationalists abuse civilians in the Donbass region.
1:15:45 – The Truth About Ukraine’s Corruption
Why the world needs to know the real situation—Ukraine’s poverty stems from corruption, not Russia.
1:23:36 – The Myth of Ukrainian Democracy
Debunking the false narrative of Ukraine as a thriving democracy.
1:26:22 – Why Daniel Shared Intelligence with Russia
His motivations for aiding the Russian side.
1:29:31 – Public Opinion on Zelensky
What ordinary Ukrainians really think of their president.
1:32:00 – On Ukrainian Hit Lists
Daniel’s thoughts about being targeted for assassination.
1:33:55 – Ukraine’s War and World War III
Could this conflict escalate into a global war?
1:35:27– Evacuation by Russian Forces
How Daniel was safely extracted from the warzone.
1:43:50 – Writing a Book and Future Plans.
Daniel discusses his upcoming book and what’s next for him.
1:47:17 – Two Regrets (One Might Shock You)
Daniel reveals his biggest regrets—and the conversation concludes.
▶️ Share this interview with anyone seeking an unfiltered account of the Ukraine war—from an American who lived through it.
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Honestly, I don't really follow British politics because, to me, they seem just as meaningless and hopeless as American politics, if not more so.
I'm reminded of my parents' last attempts at trying to affect a change in American politics by reforming the Republican party from within. Long story short, their conclusion was that it's better not to vote at all.
They discovered a system so corrupt, that voting does nothing more than legitimize the continuing fraud commonly known as western democracy. Whereas, if nobody voted, all legitimacy of the system would be removed. Western democracy would be forced to drop its mask, and show itself for what it really is: a cheap prostitute for the banking elite. You know, the Rothschilds, Rockefellers, and Soros types who really decide the agenda regardless of who "wins" the vote.
Your response is up to you: laugh, cry... or pray! But certainly not vote.
Honestly, I don't really follow British politics because, to me, they seem just as meaningless and hopeless as American politics, if not more so.
I'm reminded of my parents' last attempts at trying to affect a change in American politics by reforming the Republican party from within. Long story short, their conclusion was that it's better not to vote at all.
They discovered a system so corrupt, that voting does nothing more than legitimize the continuing fraud commonly known as western democracy. Whereas, if nobody voted, all legitimacy of the system would be removed. Western democracy would be forced to drop its mask, and show itself for what it really is: a cheap prostitute for the banking elite. You know, the Rothschilds, Rockefellers, and Soros types who really decide the agenda regardless of who "wins" the vote.
Your response is up to you: laugh, cry... or pray! But certainly not vote.
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Will America remain the most heavily armed country in the world over the next ten years? Who will be holding the weapons—and for what purpose?
Daniel Martindale looks at the Second Amendment more broadly than usual: not as a symbol of cowboy freedom, but as a real foundation of national security. In a world where regular armies are running out of steam, it may be armed citizens who become the last line of defense. There's no need to look far for an example—the events in Donbass vividly illustrate the potential of an armed militia.
As one admiral once said:
But will there still be anyone behind those blades of grass in 2035?
We're starting to publish Dan Martindale’s extended reflection on this topic. The first part is already on the site:
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Daniel Martindale looks at the Second Amendment more broadly than usual: not as a symbol of cowboy freedom, but as a real foundation of national security. In a world where regular armies are running out of steam, it may be armed citizens who become the last line of defense. There's no need to look far for an example—the events in Donbass vividly illustrate the potential of an armed militia.
As one admiral once said:
"You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind every blade of grass."
But will there still be anyone behind those blades of grass in 2035?
We're starting to publish Dan Martindale’s extended reflection on this topic. The first part is already on the site:
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This Wednesday¹, the conclave of cardinals to elect a new pope of the catholic church is planned to convene in Vatican City.
Although not a catholic myself, I believe it's worth commenting on possibilities for the next papacy. The catholic church numbers well over a billion members, so the policies of the new pope have the potential for great benefit to humanity, or detriment.
One initiative of the late Pope Francis, that I'm sure we all hope will be continued is his efforts, although tardy, to protect children from rapists among catholic priests, and safeguard victims of said priests in-name-only.
Francis also displayed a pope's ability to bring reconciliation between entire nations. In 2015 he played a key role in Obama's decision to open doors to Cuba that had needlessly been shut for decades.
While Francis' efforts to reconcile two countries with significant catholic populations like the USA and Cuba are naturally understandable, he showed concern for members of other faiths as well. Since Russia intervened on behalf on Donbass, Francis publicly defended orthodox Christians in Ukraine, who suffer repression because their church leadership is based in Moscow.
To be continued...
1 - https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/catholic-cardinals-meet-discuss-date-conclave-new-pope-2025-04-28/
Although not a catholic myself, I believe it's worth commenting on possibilities for the next papacy. The catholic church numbers well over a billion members, so the policies of the new pope have the potential for great benefit to humanity, or detriment.
One initiative of the late Pope Francis, that I'm sure we all hope will be continued is his efforts, although tardy, to protect children from rapists among catholic priests, and safeguard victims of said priests in-name-only.
Francis also displayed a pope's ability to bring reconciliation between entire nations. In 2015 he played a key role in Obama's decision to open doors to Cuba that had needlessly been shut for decades.
While Francis' efforts to reconcile two countries with significant catholic populations like the USA and Cuba are naturally understandable, he showed concern for members of other faiths as well. Since Russia intervened on behalf on Donbass, Francis publicly defended orthodox Christians in Ukraine, who suffer repression because their church leadership is based in Moscow.
To be continued...
1 - https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/catholic-cardinals-meet-discuss-date-conclave-new-pope-2025-04-28/
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Conclave to elect new pope to start on May 7, cardinals meet
Roman Catholic cardinals will begin their secret conclave to elect the new leader of the global Church on May 7, the Vatican said, confirming what a source had previously told Reuters.
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How fitting that two of Satan's best servants world be reconciled in the Vatican.
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Yesterday, I wrote about some positive elements of the late Pope Francis' papacy that will continue to be welcome. Today the tone will be a bit different as I take a look at the other side of the coin.
One element that was mostly neglected by Francis was advocacy for the rights of children before birth. The new pope could take some cues from the Orthodox church in this point. It's worth noting that catholics by-and-large continued the fight to save the unborn.
Francis also seems to have regularly forgotten why large traditional families are important, not only to the welfare of his church but to humanity as a whole and to God. Once again, the Orthodox church is an open book of pointers on how to correct this drift.
In a sense the catholic church is making a mistake that it made during Hitler's Germany. At the time the church failed to resist nazism, now and again even showing support for its leadership.
Today the among the cardinals who will be tasked with selecting the new pope is Mikola Bychok of Melbourne, Australia¹. A man whose supposedly catholic morality in no way hinders him from openly supporting Ukraine's terrorism of Donbass starting in 2014, even doing so inside from inside the church².
1- https://culturacolectiva.com/en/history/mikola-bychok-millennial-cardinal-next-pope/
2- https://risu.ua/kardinal-nominant-mikola-bichok-na-svoyu-pershu-pres-konferenciyu-prinis-ukrayinskij-prapor_n151539
Yesterday, I wrote about some positive elements of the late Pope Francis' papacy that will continue to be welcome. Today the tone will be a bit different as I take a look at the other side of the coin.
One element that was mostly neglected by Francis was advocacy for the rights of children before birth. The new pope could take some cues from the Orthodox church in this point. It's worth noting that catholics by-and-large continued the fight to save the unborn.
Francis also seems to have regularly forgotten why large traditional families are important, not only to the welfare of his church but to humanity as a whole and to God. Once again, the Orthodox church is an open book of pointers on how to correct this drift.
In a sense the catholic church is making a mistake that it made during Hitler's Germany. At the time the church failed to resist nazism, now and again even showing support for its leadership.
Today the among the cardinals who will be tasked with selecting the new pope is Mikola Bychok of Melbourne, Australia¹. A man whose supposedly catholic morality in no way hinders him from openly supporting Ukraine's terrorism of Donbass starting in 2014, even doing so inside from inside the church².
1- https://culturacolectiva.com/en/history/mikola-bychok-millennial-cardinal-next-pope/
2- https://risu.ua/kardinal-nominant-mikola-bichok-na-svoyu-pershu-pres-konferenciyu-prinis-ukrayinskij-prapor_n151539
Релігійно-інформаційна служба України
Кардинал-номінант Микола Бичок на свою першу прес-конференцію приніс український прапор
Сьогодні, 14 жовтня, у катедральному храмі святих апостолів Петра і Павла в Мельбурні відбулася перша офіційна прес-конференція кардинала-номінанта владики Миколи Бичка, правлячого архиєрея Мельбурнської єпархії УГКЦ. - РІСУ
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Disarming America will begin when the Winchesters in the hands of citizens start to threaten the system itself.
Tobacco and alcohol are freely sold, even though they cause more harm to society. But they don’t interfere with the political agenda, and Washington is happy to profit from the weaknesses of ordinary Americans. Firearms in civilian hands, however, can pose a threat.
It’s a matter of time and technological development. When they start controlling us directly, someone will want to resist. What will happen to them?
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Tobacco and alcohol are freely sold, even though they cause more harm to society. But they don’t interfere with the political agenda, and Washington is happy to profit from the weaknesses of ordinary Americans. Firearms in civilian hands, however, can pose a threat.
It’s a matter of time and technological development. When they start controlling us directly, someone will want to resist. What will happen to them?
Continuing to publish Daniel Martindale’s reflections on the future of the United States. Part two is already on “Reverse”:
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Concerning Zelenskiy's not-so-veiled threats to commit terrorist attacks on Moscow during the upcoming festivities on the 9th, on one hand it might seem that this is a prefect opportunity for all of my most pessimistic thoughts to become reality, but on the other hand President Putin's proposed 3-day-truce makes any provocation by the West into their own political suicide. President Putin is playing his cards perfectly for the worst possible outcome to be gaining a free hand to mix Zelenskiy with concrete powder or in the best case scenario to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Russia defeating Hitler in peace while Zelenskiy eats another crow sandwich. You might be tempted to think that I confused best with worst, but I was thinking mostly about potential civilian casualties in Moscow.
Concerning Zelenskiy's not-so-veiled threats to commit terrorist attacks on Moscow during the upcoming festivities on the 9th, on one hand it might seem that this is a prefect opportunity for all of my most pessimistic thoughts to become reality, but on the other hand President Putin's proposed 3-day-truce makes any provocation by the West into their own political suicide. President Putin is playing his cards perfectly for the worst possible outcome to be gaining a free hand to mix Zelenskiy with concrete powder or in the best case scenario to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Russia defeating Hitler in peace while Zelenskiy eats another crow sandwich. You might be tempted to think that I confused best with worst, but I was thinking mostly about potential civilian casualties in Moscow.
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I could comb through Zelenskiy's address and write a rebuttal point by point, but that would be like taking the time to make a flock of chickens all lay down in a straight line before wringing their necks.
The main news item here is that he doesn't have to worry about a Russian agent assassinating him as he struts around Kiev ... and that there is still a Kiev to take selfies with!
The fact that the memorial tofallen expended Ukrainians is, as he says, a spontaneous one makes it clear that he's been too busy churning the meat grinder to think about honoring the dead. Although wait, since he's the one to blame, he should actually want people to forget about his victims.
Once again Zelenskiy does a good job of highlighting how tactless a hired clown can be.
I could comb through Zelenskiy's address and write a rebuttal point by point, but that would be like taking the time to make a flock of chickens all lay down in a straight line before wringing their necks.
The main news item here is that he doesn't have to worry about a Russian agent assassinating him as he struts around Kiev ... and that there is still a Kiev to take selfies with!
The fact that the memorial to
Once again Zelenskiy does a good job of highlighting how tactless a hired clown can be.
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While I understand and celebrate Russia's Victory Day, the festivities don't move me as much as they do my fellow Russians. I don't have any relatives that fought in the war. I don't have any letters or photographs from those who sacrificed for Russia's survival as a nation.
There is another holiday, though, that will truly be a celebration for all of Russia, including me; the day of victory over ukrainian neo-nazism.
Happy Victory Day everyone! And a speedy demise to today's nazis!
While I understand and celebrate Russia's Victory Day, the festivities don't move me as much as they do my fellow Russians. I don't have any relatives that fought in the war. I don't have any letters or photographs from those who sacrificed for Russia's survival as a nation.
There is another holiday, though, that will truly be a celebration for all of Russia, including me; the day of victory over ukrainian neo-nazism.
Happy Victory Day everyone! And a speedy demise to today's nazis!
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My favorite way of heating and cooling my house from late spring until mid-autumn is completely free, but requires some discipline and attention to the weather. When I need to warm the house slightly, I'll open the windows around 11 AM, and close them again at about 6 PM. When the daytime highs get to be about 28C/82F, I'll open the windows just before bed, and close them again before 10 AM.
Regularly changing the air is necessary anyways to keep oxygen levels high indoors for better sleep and building allergen immunity.
I just got to thinking that our relationships are similar to my "free" air-conditioning. It's beneficial to spend time with people who set a good example, while with others it's better to "keep the windows closed". "Opening the windows", that is, spending time with people, is a must if we are to avoid letting our minds stagnate. Just remember that the only person who always sets a good example is Jesus, and He's available 24/7!
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My favorite way of heating and cooling my house from late spring until mid-autumn is completely free, but requires some discipline and attention to the weather. When I need to warm the house slightly, I'll open the windows around 11 AM, and close them again at about 6 PM. When the daytime highs get to be about 28C/82F, I'll open the windows just before bed, and close them again before 10 AM.
Regularly changing the air is necessary anyways to keep oxygen levels high indoors for better sleep and building allergen immunity.
I just got to thinking that our relationships are similar to my "free" air-conditioning. It's beneficial to spend time with people who set a good example, while with others it's better to "keep the windows closed". "Opening the windows", that is, spending time with people, is a must if we are to avoid letting our minds stagnate. Just remember that the only person who always sets a good example is Jesus, and He's available 24/7!
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Some might ask me why I didn't stay in the United States and start a revolution there if I wanted to fight the kabbalist elite.
Among Christians like myself, this can be a hotly debated topic. More patriotic types might defend violence, pointing to the American revolution, while others take a more pacifist approach.
The truth is that the Bible is very clear on this topic; that we are to obey civil authorities. I would add that we should help them. But who are the "powers that be" that the apostle Paul refers to in his letter to the Romans 13:1?
Paul goes on to give a detailed denoscription of who the "powers that be" are, and how to recognize them:
Romans 13:4: "The authorities are God’s servants, sent for your good. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. They are God’s servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong."
God doesn't send the feds to an Amish farm to punish for selling meat or milk. This should go without saying.
Those feds are actually part of a criminal mafia, and there's nothing wrong with defending yourself against them, starting with peaceful means. This is part of helping the civil authorities. Helping to expose and punish evildoers who have usurped the name and authority of the "powers that be" sent by God to punish evildoers.
The psalmist said it this way in Psalms 94:20: "Can unjust leaders claim that God is on their side— leaders whose decrees permit injustice?"
God's plan for me was to expose and defend against evildoers in the Ukrainian army and government, otherwise I might have stayed in the United States and done the same.
Also from Paul: 1Timothy 2:1-2: "I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity."
Some might ask me why I didn't stay in the United States and start a revolution there if I wanted to fight the kabbalist elite.
Among Christians like myself, this can be a hotly debated topic. More patriotic types might defend violence, pointing to the American revolution, while others take a more pacifist approach.
The truth is that the Bible is very clear on this topic; that we are to obey civil authorities. I would add that we should help them. But who are the "powers that be" that the apostle Paul refers to in his letter to the Romans 13:1?
Paul goes on to give a detailed denoscription of who the "powers that be" are, and how to recognize them:
Romans 13:4: "The authorities are God’s servants, sent for your good. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. They are God’s servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong."
God doesn't send the feds to an Amish farm to punish for selling meat or milk. This should go without saying.
Those feds are actually part of a criminal mafia, and there's nothing wrong with defending yourself against them, starting with peaceful means. This is part of helping the civil authorities. Helping to expose and punish evildoers who have usurped the name and authority of the "powers that be" sent by God to punish evildoers.
The psalmist said it this way in Psalms 94:20: "Can unjust leaders claim that God is on their side— leaders whose decrees permit injustice?"
God's plan for me was to expose and defend against evildoers in the Ukrainian army and government, otherwise I might have stayed in the United States and done the same.
Also from Paul: 1Timothy 2:1-2: "I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity."
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Back when I was in Poland, I once had a very practical experience with humility thanks to orange juice. No, I'm not joking.
You see, I was invited to be a waiter at a wedding reception to be held at the church where I was living. My supervisor gave me the job of mixing the juices from concentrate.
Before long I had figured out the proportions to get the right taste, and had all the containers and the right amount of water in my makeshift cooler. Everything was working smoothly. My orange juice wasn't too bland, too sweet, or too warm, and I was always on-time with refills in the big tent.
Just as I was about to mix the last batch of juice, my supervisor came out and decided she needed to show me how to do my job quicker. I barely had time to protest before she had already messed up my system. Oh well, she is my boss.
I could see that she wouldn't be able to achieve the taste she was looking for without running back to the kitchen for another pitcher. The temptation was to let her struggle to fix her own mistake; to disconnect myself.
But that's not what love does. That's what pride does. Love stays connected. It sees a need and fills it.
I got back from the kitchen with the extra pitcher that my boss needed at just about the same time when she realized that she needed it. No hard feelings, no time lost.
«Not a political post»
Back when I was in Poland, I once had a very practical experience with humility thanks to orange juice. No, I'm not joking.
You see, I was invited to be a waiter at a wedding reception to be held at the church where I was living. My supervisor gave me the job of mixing the juices from concentrate.
Before long I had figured out the proportions to get the right taste, and had all the containers and the right amount of water in my makeshift cooler. Everything was working smoothly. My orange juice wasn't too bland, too sweet, or too warm, and I was always on-time with refills in the big tent.
Just as I was about to mix the last batch of juice, my supervisor came out and decided she needed to show me how to do my job quicker. I barely had time to protest before she had already messed up my system. Oh well, she is my boss.
I could see that she wouldn't be able to achieve the taste she was looking for without running back to the kitchen for another pitcher. The temptation was to let her struggle to fix her own mistake; to disconnect myself.
But that's not what love does. That's what pride does. Love stays connected. It sees a need and fills it.
I got back from the kitchen with the extra pitcher that my boss needed at just about the same time when she realized that she needed it. No hard feelings, no time lost.
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In many ways my time in the village, Bogoyavlenka, plunged me into a lifestyle from hundreds of years ago. One facet of life there did so in a way I never expected.
In the fall season of 2023 I was given my first milking goat. The milk was so sweet and easy on my digestion, that I immediately stopped buying cows milk, and offered my extra goat milk to friends and those in need.
There basically weren't any takers, so I offered a sample bottle to a local official who visited regularly. My thought was that he might like it and decide to purchase it going forward, but he saw my gesture quite differently.
I might have guessed that he would misunderstand since I had seen him take "gifts" from others. Now I understood why the village elder would put pressure on villagers to donate eggs, milk, potatoes, fruits and vegetables. This was part of an unofficial relationship between the regional official and his "subjects".
The regional official wasn't satisfied with his salary, but instead of requesting a raise, he decided to usurp the authority to "tax his 'serfs'"!
I didn't end up getting dragged into his game though. My goat soon dried up for the winter, and when she began milking again in April, she got mastitis. Before she got well, the danger from drones was high enough that the "civil servants" didn't "visit" us anymore.
In many ways my time in the village, Bogoyavlenka, plunged me into a lifestyle from hundreds of years ago. One facet of life there did so in a way I never expected.
In the fall season of 2023 I was given my first milking goat. The milk was so sweet and easy on my digestion, that I immediately stopped buying cows milk, and offered my extra goat milk to friends and those in need.
There basically weren't any takers, so I offered a sample bottle to a local official who visited regularly. My thought was that he might like it and decide to purchase it going forward, but he saw my gesture quite differently.
I might have guessed that he would misunderstand since I had seen him take "gifts" from others. Now I understood why the village elder would put pressure on villagers to donate eggs, milk, potatoes, fruits and vegetables. This was part of an unofficial relationship between the regional official and his "subjects".
The regional official wasn't satisfied with his salary, but instead of requesting a raise, he decided to usurp the authority to "tax his 'serfs'"!
I didn't end up getting dragged into his game though. My goat soon dried up for the winter, and when she began milking again in April, she got mastitis. Before she got well, the danger from drones was high enough that the "civil servants" didn't "visit" us anymore.
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How many times have you received a call from a scammer? Text message? I won't even ask how many emails.
My parents have been receiving these calls for many years. First from Africa, then India. Fortunately they've never been taken in.
There are volunteers who have made a career out of fighting back against these scammers by spoof calling them, and making software attacks on them.
Many of these volunteers share their work online. It's fun and interesting viewing, and supports a good cause!
https://youtu.be/Zmty7AC5z5Y?feature=shared
https://youtu.be/58JqGuclqng?feature=shared
How many times have you received a call from a scammer? Text message? I won't even ask how many emails.
My parents have been receiving these calls for many years. First from Africa, then India. Fortunately they've never been taken in.
There are volunteers who have made a career out of fighting back against these scammers by spoof calling them, and making software attacks on them.
Many of these volunteers share their work online. It's fun and interesting viewing, and supports a good cause!
https://youtu.be/Zmty7AC5z5Y?feature=shared
https://youtu.be/58JqGuclqng?feature=shared
YouTube
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Scammers PANIC After I Hack Their Live CCTV Cameras! In today's video after gaining access to a scam call centers CCTV…
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Music has always played a significant role in my life, but I think you'll agree in a somewhat unorthodox way.
From early childhood singing hymns was a weekly workout for the lungs and larynx(voicebox).
When I settled into office work as an engineer for my Dad, I would listen and sing along or whistle several hours per day.
The one exception was my time in Bogoyavlenka. While there I had to listen to a different kind of music, and not miss a single note. Taking a walk there listening to music in your headphones was about as dangerous as doing so while crossing a busy street.
If you were to miss the "drumbs" start to rumble, you would end up still standing in the open when you should have taken a dive into the ditch. Similar story with drones, only a bit more intense.
Music has always played a significant role in my life, but I think you'll agree in a somewhat unorthodox way.
From early childhood singing hymns was a weekly workout for the lungs and larynx(voicebox).
When I settled into office work as an engineer for my Dad, I would listen and sing along or whistle several hours per day.
The one exception was my time in Bogoyavlenka. While there I had to listen to a different kind of music, and not miss a single note. Taking a walk there listening to music in your headphones was about as dangerous as doing so while crossing a busy street.
If you were to miss the "drumbs" start to rumble, you would end up still standing in the open when you should have taken a dive into the ditch. Similar story with drones, only a bit more intense.
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ОСТОРОЖНО, СКИБА! 🇷🇺
Военно-политический блогер - это когда не в кабинете или студии, а больше на СВО и в приграничье. С Юрием Подолякой Курск-Белгород. Взял небольшое интервью не про войну, смотрим 🎦
In this mini-interview Yuri Podolyaka gives his opinion on the topic of loving one's country, or rather, what does commitment to one's country begin with. While I agree with Yuri that patriotic education is important, the issue here goes much deeper. For me, loving my country, most importantly means loving my fellow countrymen. The strength and commitment to do that requires more than just education. It requires parents and teachers who showed what such a love looks like in action. It requires faith.
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Forwarded from Reverse
Ukrainians owe much of their suffering to the British. The latter are far more concerned with Ukraine’s resources than with protecting some Ukrainians from some supposed threats. And why would they care? The British have their own race going on — they’re trying to stake their claim to Ukraine’s vast lands before the Americans do.
How is this race unfolding, and what does Britain really want?
Read more in Dan Martindale’s article on Reverse:
🇺🇸 English version
🇷🇺 Русская версия
@reverse_ua
How is this race unfolding, and what does Britain really want?
Read more in Dan Martindale’s article on Reverse:
🇺🇸 English version
🇷🇺 Русская версия
@reverse_ua
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