Monday, October 30, 2023
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Weekly Newspaper Column- 10/25/23
Isaac and Ishmael
We interrupt this series on the Constitution to bring you a special report ;-) on some goings-on and discussions as a result of the fighting between Israel and Hamas.
As many Christians, Muslims and Jewish people know, the centuries old fighting between the Jews and Muslims/Islam stems from the promises of nations being made to both Isaac and Ishmael- the 2 sons of Abraham. There have been numerous battles, wars and rumors of wars since then. It's not my intent to dive into that. I'll leave the bible study in Genesis and history lessons to you ;-). But because of this we currently have more fighting that could easily escalate into WWIII. It also has brought about discussions about what it means for the Jews to be God's chosen people, and about our Muslim neighbors and friends. There were even recent discussions involving folks in our county.
But let me begin with this: God is no respector of persons. He saves people out of every nation, kindred and tongue. Not one single person deserves to be saved and go to Heaven because of our sin. Creation and the Cross are the great equalizers.
Jews are not automatically saved because they are God's chosen people. It means that God chose them, beginning with Abraham, to reveal Himself, His ways, and His Messiah- the Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ. Scripture passages like Numbers 16:1-5 and Psalm 65:1-4 are just two Old Testament examples showing us that not all Jewish people were saved. The Apostle Paul in the beginning of Romans 9 & 10 tells us that not all Israel is Israel and that he desired to see them saved. We should respect the Jews for their relationship to God in this way and for their future. Also, they are our ally as well. But they need the gospel like anyone else that is not trusting in the Person and work of Christ alone for salvation.
I learned years ago, that there are basically 3 types of Muslim groups in the world and our country: 1) The extremist or radical violent Muslims that believe the Qu'ran says to kill the infidels (unbelievers); 2) Muslims that desire to take over our government and country by population; 3) Peaceful Muslims that just want to raise their families and enjoy the USA. Research the intent of the freedom of religion clause in the 1st Amendment for yourself. As I wrote on Oct. 4th, the intent was Christian religions, not world religions. There are even quotes by our founders that wouldn't settle well with many Americans. Our Muslim neighbors have been in our country for decades now and some are our friends including our county. As it relates to these 3 basic groups, we are to love our enemies (groups 1 & 2?) and love our neighbors and one another (group 3?). Hopefully most fall into group 3, but remember, it's being reported in the news now that terrorists have been crossing the southern border. Loving doesn't equal unbiblical so called tolerance. Remember Ft. Hood?
So pray for peace, pray for Israel, pray for all involved, pray for our country and leaders, pray for one another and more people to pay attention- and pray as the Apostle John "even so Lord Jesus come." In the meantime, occupy until He does come. Thanks for reading and considering.
Pester Brat is the Founder & Director of the local La-Fayette Constitutional Patriots and national Fellowship of Concerned Constitutional Patriots. Email: pesterbratdotcom@aol.com. Blog: pesterbratdotcom.blogspot.com. Facebook: Pester Brat & Bret Pester-Brat Lovitz. Twitter, Rumble, Vimeo, YouTube: Pester Brat.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Weekly Newspaper Article for 10/18/23
It's Constitutional Watson Part 4
Hello again neighbors and fellow citizens. As I continue this series, let me say that it's not my intent to cover every Amendment, but rather just focus on the ones we need to watch closely including other parts of the Constitution, in light of the dangerous direction of the federal government.
Starting with the 4th Amendment: "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized." It's important that the second part is not separated from the first part. There has already been warrantless searches and "no-knock" warrants. Considering the way MAGA/Trump Supporters are already thought of by most in the leftist democratic camp, it's not a stretch to be concerned that this Amendment will see increased violations.
Likewise with the 5th Amendment: "No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation." We've already seen recent examples of there being no due process as a result of the insurrectionless insurrection. There has also been some problems in recent years with private property being taken for public use.
The 6th Amendment is very important when you consider the bogus accusations we've seen lately from the Biden Administration to Trump and some of in his administration and supporters. Don't think for a second that this issue can't happen more often. They're using the recent ones that are still going on, to intimidate all of us: "In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence." Be sure to check out the 7th & 8th Amendments as they follow #6 and are equally important.
The forgotten 9th Amendment: "The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people." Ya think maybe that many in the federal government forgot about this one? Sadly not eveyone is on the same page with this one. That seems to be because based on one of their comments I read, he forgot that the constitution does not give us rights, it protects our God-given rights.
If you didn't read Parts 1, 2 or 3 of this series and would like to, send me an email and I'll be glad to send them to you. You can also find them on my Blog. 'Till next time Lord willing.
Pester Brat is the Founder & Director of the local La-Fayette Constitutional Patriots and national Fellowship of Concerned Constitutional Patriots. Email: pesterbratdotcom@aol.com. Blog: pesterbratdotcom.blogspot.com. Facebook: Pester Brat & Bret Pester-Brat Lovitz. Twitter, Rumble, Vimeo, YouTube: Pester Brat.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
My Mom, Life, Death, and More
I don't know if I have ever posted something personal on this Blog. If so, it's been years. This will be very personal and a means to help grieve and mourn, and I don't know yet if I'll share this to social media.
Early this morning around 4:20, my brother called me to tell me Mom passed away earlier. We knew she was very sick due to heart failure that had progressed even further a few weeks ago causing her to have to go to Rehab in a Nursing Home. After my brother met with the Directors there about going to Palliative Care, while we weren't sure of course, we still thought she may have had weeks to months longer to live, so it was still a bit of a surprise. Mom was 93 years, 1 month, 17 days old.
Mom was born in 1930 and was the youngest of 3 sisters (her next oldest sister is still alive at age 97). She married my Dad in 1956, I was born in 1958, and my brother was born in 1962. My Dad was born in 1930 as well and passed away in 1980, and my Step-father passed away in 1992. Mom had some, shall we say, issues while my brother and I were growing up, but she always took care of us. Until near the end, I had a good childhood.
Mom was always closer to my brother. Shortly after my Step-father passed away (she was about 62 then), my brother built her a separate small home on his property in southern Maryland. She lived there and one other place in that area of Maryland for about 28 more years, when her and my brother moved to central Florida. Mom still lived in her own place at age 86. 2 or 3 years later they moved to southwest Florida and she moved in with my brother and his wife because her health was declining some.
Mom said she made a profession of faith in the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ as a teenager. My Dad was Jewish but celebrated commercial Christmas, and my Step-father was Roman Catholic. Mom did take us to a friend's Church occasionally, and taught us the mealtime and bedtime childhood prayers, but nothing more than that that I remember. In late 1986, despite some serious sins before and especially after, I believe I was born again and saved by the Person and Work of Christ. Being more aware of things by God's grace, I became concerned that Mom seemed to lack outward evidence of her profession of faith. One of them being that she didn't darken the doors of Church except to come to the one I was going to in Maryland, a couple of times for special services. But since I have been a Christian, she's always said she believed Christ died on the cross for her sins.
I found out last year from her and my brother, that she wanted to be cremated when she died, and as of yesterday that hasn't changed. While I am a former pastor, I don't consider myself a bible scholar the way the term is often applied. While God's word does seem to say Jews and Christians were buried and only pagans were cremated, I don't recall any commands saying that Christians should not be. As for me and my wife, we won't be cremated, but I reckon it is not a sin to be. It seems more and more Christians are being cremated perhaps due to the increased cost of funerals and burials.
My Mom lived a full life. My hope is that her profession of faith was the result of being born again and saved, and I hope I'll see her again one day in glory. But time will tell. Lord willing I'll be 65 next month :-).
Heb. 9:27-28 says: "And just as it is appointed unto man once to die, then the judgment. So Christ having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin, but to save those who eagerly wait for Him."
There is no limbo, no purgatory and no second chances after we die- death then judgment. It is my hope that you will see your sin before the thrice Holy God and that you're undeserving of heaven and salvation. But that Jesus the God-man shed His blood, died on that old rugged tree, and rose again, to pay the penalty of sins of those that are born again and believe.
To God be the glory!
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Weekly Newspaper Article for 10/11/23
It's Constitutional Watson Part 3
Hello again neighbors and fellow citizens. Last week I shared about the first of five parts of the 1st Amendment (the two aspects of Freedom of Religion). Feel free to email me (see below) for that or any previous articles.
The next one is "...no law abridging the freedom of speech." Whooo-doggie, that's a big problem today isn't it? Especially since Joe Biden began campaigning (if we can call it that) for POTUS in 2018. Social Media companies like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube were the biggest culprits in the name of "fact checking." That in combination with various types of voter fraud, voter machine issues, and more, and you have a stolen election. It was censorship that still goes on, and it's a slippery slope towards losing our constitutional republic. Are you paying attention yet?
"...or of the Press." While this doesn't seem like much of a problem with all the mainstream news media bias and lies they are allowed ramble off, it's not like they haven't been trying to silent so called conservative media since the popularity of Rush Limbaugh about 30 years ago. And there has been mucho attempts and success of censorship of non mainstream news outlets. By the way, why do you think Fox News cut Tucker Carlson loose?
"...or the right of the people peaceably to assemble." Say whaaaat ;-)? Yup, that's a major problem today. First notice that it says "peaceably." The rioting and looting that was allowed by certain states the last few years does not fall in the "peaceably" category. There was another one recently up north. Oh, but wait, there's more: Some of the citizens during the Jan. 6th 2021 protest where there was no rioting, looting and violence, were said to be part of an insurrection. Do you believe that nonsense? Even after the video evidence that was released? This is another slippery slope and should concern every American regardless of race and political party affiliation.
Lastly is "...and to petition the government for a redress of grievances." Folks, we need to be utilizing this now, and a lot, if we want to keep the freedoms in our country. There may not be just one way to do this, but if we don't or we won't be heard and considered, it likely will not be a pretty picture. Remember, our country's founders believed that when a country becomes destructive the government should be altered or abolished. It's right there is the Declaration of Independence.
Will you help me? Staying in contact with elected officials is crucial! Re-starting the in-person La-Fayette Constitutional Patriots meetings and more people coming is extremely important. Here are other ways you can help: I would like to be able to devote my energies full time to the Fellowship of Concerned Constitutional Patriots, informing and encouraging citizens about the threats to our freedoms because of the constitutional and economical issues facing us. Perhaps a business would be willing to sponsor me or put me on their payroll, or a person with great wealth could make a very generous donation? Another way would be if people would watch and share my Gimme 5 Videos through my Rumble Account. If enough people did that, it would generate some revenue. But please, for the sake of our kids and grandkids, get involved. If you don't and the Lord tarries, one day you'll wish you listened to this "crazy guy" but it'll be too late. 'Till next time, Lord willing :-).
Pester Brat is the Founder & Director of the local La-Fayette Constitutional Patriots and national Fellowship of Concerned Constitutional Patriots. Email: pesterbratdotcom@aol.com. Blog: pesterbratdotcom.blogspot.com. Facebook: Pester Brat & Bret Pester-Brat Lovitz. Twitter, Rumble, YouTube: Pester Brat.
Pester Brat's Gimme 5 Video Shorts 10/9/23
Please overlook the video being sideways, as I was experimenting with the features on my phone. It wasn't sideways on the screen while it was live though ;-). Thank you.
Friday, October 6, 2023
Weekly Newspaper Article for 10/4/23- It's Constitutional Watson Pt. 2
It's Constitutional Watson Part 2
Hey Y'all. I decided to make "It's Constitutional Watson" a short series. It's important, and everyone needs to know or be reminded of what's in it. By the way, I found 4 pocket size constitutions (I used to have more), and I'll be glad to mail them to the first 4 people that email (see the bottom) me requesting it with your address.
Article 4 Section 4 says: "The United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a Republican Form of Government and shall protect each of them against Invasion; and on Application of the Legislature, or of the Executive (when the Legislature cannot be convened) against domestic Violence." I started with this one first because of what is going on in our country. Consider the crisis at the southern border and riots that have taken place in recent years. First notice that the clause begins with guaranteeing a "republican form of government." It doesn't say "democratic." This clause prevents changing our government to a full democracy, eliminating the electoral college, and going to a popular vote. Our country's founders were smart cookies. When certain states were allowing riots, then it was okay for the federal government to intervene and stop it. That's the wonderful tension between the states and feds- if the feds violate the constitution, the states nullify and say no; if the states don't follow it, the feds intervene. The millions being allowed to cross the southern border is an invasion folks! The very people (federal government) that's supposed protect that is allowing it. But we just keep whining about it in various ways and don't try to do anything about. It's helping destroy our country.
The First Amendment says: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances." There's 5 parts to this first and important amendment: Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Assembly, Freedom to Petition the Government. There won't enough space to look at all of them this week. The Religion clause prevents the government from establishing a religion (i.e. Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, etc.), as well as protect citizens rights to the free exercise of religion. Interestingly, the founders intended "Christian" religions. It's likely too late to change what it has come to mean (world religions). What is known as "separation of church and state" was a clarification by letter from Thomas Jefferson to the Danbury Baptists that the federal government was to stay out of the church's business. Not all the nonsense in recent years of not allowing Christianity in schools and on public property, etc.
Lord willing, we'll start looking at the other 4 parts next week. There is a lot going on. Please following me on Facebook, Twitter, Rumble, and my Blog that includes my weekly Gimme 5 Video Shorts. I'm just a guy that loves the Lord, his family, his country, and people. I'll be glad to meet you somewhere to talk, and you can find me most Sundays and Wednesdays at Calvary Baptist Church in Vernon. Remember to pray, plan and prepare both physically, and eternally in Christ, and [be] politically proactive. God bless you!
Pester Brat is the Founder & Director of the local La-Fayette Constitutional Patriots and national Fellowship of Concerned Constitutional Patriots. Email: pesterbratdotcom@aol.com. Blog: pesterbratdotcom.blogspot.com. Facebook: Pester Brat, Bret Pester-Brat Lovitz. Twitter, Rumble, YouTube: Pester Brat.