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Ottsjöblogger i OttsjöThe Lady in Ottsjö,besides the mountains writesUpdated: 2012-02-07T17:08:36.223+01:00
Everything You Need To Know About Transformers Toys For Kids 2012-02-07T17:08:36.910+01:00 Cover of The Transformers - The Movie Transformers are one of the most popular toys available, and bring delight to children’s faces year after year. The Transformers toy series started in 1984 and has been running more or less continually ever since. The recent Transformers movie trilogy by Michael Bay has raised the profile of Transformers even further, giving these toys bestseller status in recent years. Although the Transformers brand is best-known for its action figures, Transformers also has comic book series, cartoon TV series and video game series. Here's a quick guide to current Transformers products. Action Figures Action figures are still the most popular part of the Transformers brand. Almost every year a new line is released, ensuring that children have plenty of choices. Amongst the most popular Transformers action figures right now are those released alongside last year’s blockbuster movie “Transformers: Dark of the Moon”. There are a total of 22 Dark of the Moon Transformers action figures reflecting the main characters from the movie. Whether your child favors the Autobots (the good guys) or the Decepticons (the bad guys) there is sure to be a toy that your child likes. Among the most popular are Optimus Prime (Autobot), Megatron (Decepticon), Bumblebee (Autobot), and Starscream (Decepticon). TV Series There have been a number of Transformers TV series, with the original debuting back in 1984. The most recent, “Transformers: Prime”, airs on The Hub in the US and is due to start its second season in February 2012. If your child is a fan of the TV series, it’s possible to buy Season 1 on DVD. It’s also possible to get many of the previous Transformers TV series on DVD, including a box-set that features all episodes from the original Transformers TV series in 1984 as well as the original animated film from 1986 “The Transformers: The Movie” - a must for any real Transformers fan! Video games As well as action figures and TV series, there have been many Transformers video games. Video game tie-ins are available for all three recent Transformers movies on PS3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii. The 2010 game “Transformers: War for Cybertron” is also popular and is available on all major consoles. Comics A large number of Transformers comic book series have been released over the years. Currently, IDW Publishing owns the rights to the Transformers comic book series. So far they have released 5 volumes of the series Transformers, with the most recent release in November 2011. Two more volumes are planned, with the first due in February 2012 and the second in March 2012. If your child is a comic book fan, then visit your local comic book store where you should be able to pick these up! As you can see, if you’re a parent of a Transformers fan, then there are plenty of options available to keep your child happy! Quote of the Day: The cynic is his own worst enemy. It requires far less skill to run a wrecking company than it does to be an architect. --U.S. Andersen Psalm 97:10“Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.” Brought to you by BibleGateway.com. Copyright (C) . All Rights Reserved. Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
Sociala Orättvisan 2012-02-07T09:57:31.295+01:00 Sociala orättvisan utbreder sig mer och mer i samhället, osynligt, men alltjämt närvarande!
Självmords statistiken talar sitt tydliga språk idag, alltfler unga ser ingen framtid. Läste igår att ovanligt många unga samer tar självmord, vad trist! Varför? kan man undra? Det verkar inte som nån annan inte vet, Saknar sin Identitet? Nått som ger Samhörighet? Med vad jag har fått i arv? Svårt att sortera in sig själv i rätt fack?
VARFÖR?? Jo, min mening är det är regeringens fel! Som tagit rejält på svenska folkets välfärd. Barn som är hemlösa! Allt fler ramlar ut ur samhällets skyddsnät. Jag känner många som har det svårt som stångar sig i förtvivlan för att få Försäkringskassan att inse: Jag är faktiskt SJUK! jag fejkar inte som ni tror!
Så det är inte underligt att unga ger upp och ser Herr Död som en skön och problemfri väg ut ur eländet. Samer, Romer och den grupp jag tillhör toppar statistiken, vi psyka sjuka. En bidragande orsak är kollapsen av Socialdemokraterna, undrar om dom reser sig? Men Vänsterpartiet, mitt parti! håller sig, tack och lov! Låt oss nu jobba gemensamt för att få en bättre tillvaro för alla i Sveriges långa land, RÖSTA! nästa val!!! och rösta för välfärd och omtanke för alla i Sverige! Rösta på vänstern! givetvis. Låt inte det bli ännu fler barn, unga som tar livet av sig, fler hemlösa, barn utan hem, fler som inte har till dagens mål mat, fler som inte vill vara med längre, din röst behövs, en enda röst GÖR mer än du tror! och jag kommer att bli en tjatmoster ända till nästa val……..:) (image)
Redakai Championship Tin with Cards Review 2012-02-06T14:43:00.950+01:00 There's always some hot new game that all the kids want to get in on, and Redakai is the most popular game of the moment. This fast-paced card game can be played by two to four players, and helps develop a number of skills at the same time as being plain fun for kids aged six and above. The Redakai Championship Tin (with cards) is set to be at the top of many children's wish lists this Christmas. What Is Redakai? Redakai is a collectible card game based on the animated cartoon TV series. It features various Kairu warriors who attack their opponents with a range of powerful moves, all assigned different point values to help you determine who wins. The best thing about the Redakai card game is that it's quick to learn, yet has a lot of depth to it once you get into it. There's a basic and advanced version of the game to suit all levels, with the former suitable for 5-6 year olds, and the latter appealing to gamers of all ages (including adults). Features Of The Redakai Championship Tin * Includes all cards and accessories needed for the game, Is The Redakai Championship Tin Worth Buying? When compared to other card games, Redakai cards have a unique 3D hologram feature that shows the movement of the attack on the card. This adds an extra element to play that helps children better visualize the moves they're making – not to mention the fact that the plastic helps keep cards in good condition. Beyond this aesthetic benefit, however, is an excellent card game that more and more kids are now having fun with. One of the best things about the Redakai game is the fact that it can grow with your child. As they master the basic game, and develop their strategy, they can move on to the more advanced game if they want to continue to challenge themselves. The collectible side to these cards also adds another element to the fun kids can have with them. Kids will spend time seeking out rare cards to add to their collection. Although this could get expensive, it's great for socializing with friends who also collect, as kids can swap different cards to build their set. If your child has friends who already play the Redakai card game, then there's no doubt that the Redakai Championship Tin is a great gift idea. It's affordable, but with the potential to keep your child engaged for long periods of time. (image)
Get Noticed: Use Facebook to Generate Traffic 2012-02-05T16:05:00.727+01:00
Whenever an online entrepreneur decides on promoting his business online, he makes use of a variety of marketing tools. Included therein are videos, audios, photos, graphics, and text. Because the World Wide Web has again taken a higher road, many of the social mediums utilized these days are the podcasts, message boards, blogs, vlogs, wikis, and the likes. These are those features that make a business website particularly interesting to visit. Why are they important? That is because they all drive traffic. On a careful thought, the traffic is very significant because that is ultimately regarded as the lifeblood of an Internet business. But, did you finally get across the idea that Facebook can generate traffic as well? Yes, what you have just read is true. Such fact has already been realized by many of the seasoned Internet entrepreneurs who happen to try all means of online promotion. Without costing you any dollar, your Facebook account can create the traffic you need for your website and blogs. The term "social media optimization" includes the use of Facebook along with other social networking websites in its category. It ranks as a unique marketing methodology because it allows networking at its best. With the possibility of sharing photos, videos, making friends, tagging, directing links to blogs and websites, a very rewarding output comes along. It also enhances your social skills basically because you need to reach out to people whom you don't even know. The real secret to a successful generation of traffic via the use of a social networking media like Facebook is no other than participation. Yes, you need to motivate your audience to become active in your events, discussions, and groups. Conversation promotes your business. Therefore, you must interact with your target market. However, be very sure that you talk sense and that they will see that they can really get something out of your content. As you direct them to your blogs and business website, you must ensure that they will indeed find them interesting and at the same time beneficial. Remember that when they decide to spend on you, what they will be shelling out cash for is the benefit that they can derive out of your product. Therefore, before you decide on using Facebook in the generation of traffic into your blogs or websites, you first need to add up people whom you think can be included in your target market. Focus on them. But of course, the traditional word of mouth promotional campaign remains effective wherein those who form part of your list can recommend your business to others. If you are not into the improvement of your social skills, then Facebook may not be the one for you. After all, if you intend to become an Internet marketer, you must be ready to face the challenge. The World Wide Web is truly a big market. That means, you get better chances of products and services promotions while at the same time, you face a stiffer competition. Whichever is the case, you can always give Facebook a try. Traffic is what you need and this social networking site can give it to you. (image)
Razor E200 Electric Scooter Review 2012-02-05T14:24:14.099+01:00 Image via Wikipedia Kick scooters may be fun for kids, but electric scooters really take things up a notch. If you're looking for a powered scooter then there are a few things that matter: the amount of weight it can support, the speeds it can reach, and how long you can ride before the battery dies. Keep reading to find out whether the Razor E200 comes out top in these categories. Features Of The Razor E200 Electric Scooter * Electric scooter with chain-driven motor and twist-grip throttle, * Rechargeable battery lasts for up to 45 minutes and takes 12 hours to charge, * Speeds of up to 12 mph, * Hand-operated rear brake, * Full-sized deck and frame for teens and adults, * Maximum rider weight of 220 pounds. Is The Razor E200 Electric Scooter Worth Buying? The E200 is built with a full-sized deck and frame, meaning that it's suitable for both teenagers and adults (weighing up to 220 pounds). There's no seat as on some of the other Razor Scooter models, but it's extremely easy for kids and adults alike to balance on the scooter and get going. Assembly takes a few minutes and is extremely easy. Once assembled, you can also fold down the handlebars for storage or for easy transport. If you are planning to take it out and about, however, note that there's no easy way to lock it up if you need to leave it unattended. That said, most people will only ride it around the block a few times. The E200 reaches speeds of around 12 mph when used on a flat surface. This is pretty fast for children, making for more fun, but also meaning that it's crucial to buy your kid's helmets and supervise them as they ride. This is a faster scooter than some of the lower Razor scooter models. The battery life is always a concern on motorized scooters, but thankfully the battery on the Razor E200 Electric Scooter lives up to the manufacturer's claims. It'll last for around 35 to 50 minutes (depending on the weight of the rider and the incline of the surface you ride on). You will notice it slowing down a little during the last few minutes of life, but overall the battery is great. For best results, make sure you start charging the E200 as soon as you get home from a ride. It takes around 8 hours for the battery to charge up to full (though some parents have happily reported faster charge times). The only real downside of this scooter is that the motor can get very close to the ground with heavier riders or when making a hard turn. This can lead to scrapes, and also means that the scooter's unsuitable for riding on surfaces such as gravel and grass. In short, the Razor E200 Electric Scooter is a good value electric scooter that can support the weight of both kids and adults. Many parents buy it for tweens thanks to the fact that it'll still support them as they grow, but adult supervision is required. Quote of the Day: Do first what you dread the most. --Anonymous Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
FANLISTINGS 2012-02-04T17:41:00.229+01:00 Vad är Fanlistings? Det är för mig ett roligt sätt att visa vad jag gillar eller ogillar, fanlisting är stort. Och gillas av många. För mig, skall det spegla mig och vad som är bra eller kul här i livet, min lista kommer att utökas eftersom. Så glöm inte att titta förbi många gånger, Varför inte börja du med? Academic: Ongaku: Cats: Sweden: Voting: Languages & Linguistics ADDICTED: Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
uDraw Studio Game and Tablet For Wii Review 2012-02-03T16:04:00.465+01:00 If you want a toy that'll really impress the kids this Christmas, the uDraw Studio Game and Tablet is an excellent choice. This is a tablet accessory that connects up with the Wii to let you send your drawings directly to the game. It encourages creativity with a whole range of activities, effects and more. It's even fun for parents, too! Features Of The uDraw Studio Game and Tablet * Includes drawing tablet with 4x6 inch drawing space, Is The uDraw Studio Game and Tablet Worth Buying? The first thing to note is that you'll need to have a Nintendo Wii to play this game. If not, buying one could add a couple extra hundred dollars onto the cost of this gift. If you've already got one, and your child loves their art, then this could be an excellent gift choice. One thing you'll notice about this drawing tablet is that it doesn't come cheap. That's because you're getting the whole tablet as well as the game. The good news, however, is that the tablet can be used for other games (sold separately) to really help you get your money's worth. Separate games include Pictionary, Spongebob Squarepants and more. Some games even use the Wii Motion remote to turn the tablet into a whole new gaming controller. The uDraw Studio and tablet may be considered expensive by some, given the fact that kids can use painting programs on a computer for a fraction of the cost. However, those who've bought and tried the device all state how different it is to these computer programs. For a start, you're drawing directly on the tablet – helping to develop real life drawing skills rather than using a computer mouse. This game also comes with far more features than you'll get on a standard painting program, and the ability to see your artwork on a big screen TV makes a lot of difference to potential creativity. One of the best things about being able to use it on a big TV screen, however, is the fact that the whole family can watch and use it together. The uDraw tablet is easy enough for young children to figure out, and is suitable from around the age of five. There's not much setup required – you simply place the Wii remote into the tablet. The best thing about it, however, is that there's no mess to clean up at the end! In short, if you've already got a Wii and want a gift that the whole family can enjoy this holiday season, the uDraw Studio Game and Tablet is an excellent choice. Make sure you check out the related games, too, as they're excellent for some family fun! (image)
Ett tag till 2012-02-02T17:23:36.622+01:00 Image via Wikipedia En trötthet inom mig Tomhet utan slut kärlek utan känslor Ett böljande hav av hat Var tog du vägen, mitt glada jag? Trötta ögon trötta tårar Tårar som vägrar sluta En tomhet som ingen ser Ingen tid att förlora innan slutet ger döden ett varmt välkomnande Undrar om Gud har en plats ledig? Men, Mor du får vänta ett tag till. Har du tålamod, ett litet tag till? Jag är inte färdig än! Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
Comfort 2012-02-02T16:03:01.069+01:00 1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, "[As] the Lord God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word." 2 Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying, 3 "Get away from here and turn eastward, and hide by the Brook Cherith, which flows into the Jordan. 4 "And it will be [that] you shall drink from the brook, and I have commanded the ravens to feed you there." 5 So he went and did according to the word of the Lord, for he went and stayed by the Brook Cherith, which flows into the Jordan. 6 The ravens brought him bread and meat in the morning, and bread and meat in the evening; and he drank from the brook. 7 And it happened after a while that the brook dried up, because there had been no rain in the land. 8 Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying, 9 "Arise, go to Zarephath , which [belongs] to Sidon, and dwell there. See, I have commanded a widow there to provide for you." 10 So he arose and went to Zarephath . And when he came to the gate of the city, indeed a widow [was] there gathering sticks. And he called to her and said, "Please bring me a little water in a cup, that I may drink." 11 And as she was going to get [it], he called to her and said, "Please bring me a morsel of bread in your hand." 12 So she said, "As the Lord your God lives, I do not have bread, only a handful of flour in a bin, and a little oil in a jar; and see, I [am] gathering a couple of sticks that I may go in and prepare it for myself and my son, that we may eat it, and die." 13 And Elijah said to her, "Do not fear; go [and] do as you have said, but make me a small cake from it first, and bring [it] to me; and afterward make [some] for yourself and your son. 14 "For thus says the Lord God of Israel: `The bin of flour shall not be used up, nor shall the jar of oil run dry, until the day the Lord sends rain on the earth.' " 15 So she went away and did according to the word of Elijah; and she and he and her household ate for [many] days. 1 6 The bin of flour was not used up, nor did the jar of oil run dry, according to the word of the Lord which He spoke by Elijah. 17 Now it happened after these things [that] the son of the woman who owned the house became sick. And his sickness was so serious that there was no breath left in him. 18 So she said to Elijah, "What have I to do with you, O man of God? Have you come to me to bring my sin to remembrance, and to kill my son?" ' 19 And he said to her, "Give me your son." So he took him out of her arms and carried him to the upper room where he was staying, and laid him on his own bed. 20 Then he cried out to the Lord and said, "O Lord my God, have You also brought tragedy on the widow with whom I lodge, by killing her son?" 21 And he stretched himself out on the child three times, and cried out to the Lord and said, "O Lord my God, I pray, let this child's soul come back to him." 22 Then the Lord heard the voice of Elijah; and the soul of the child came back to him, and he revived. 23 And Elijah took the child and brought him down from the upper room into the house, and gave him to his mother. And Elijah said, "See, your son lives!" 24 Then the woman said to Elijah, "Now by this I know that you [are] a man of God, [and] that the word of the Lord in your mouth [is] the truth." In this passage of Scripture we see that God will meet you in the trenches of life and touch you where you hurt the most. In this passage we see that she was blessed by believing. When someone will believe God to do great things, He will use that to draw lost people to Himself. Illus-- In Franklin Graham’s autobiography he tells of his[...]
Life-Time Double-Shot Arcade Basketball System Review 2012-02-01T18:00:49.632+01:00 Image via Wikipedia If you're looking for a fun game to complete your games room - that can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike - then an system could be just the thing. There are a huge number of these products available on the market, but the Lifetime Double-Shot Arcade Basketball System comes with a couple of important differences: it's designed to last for many years, and it uses an infrared scoring system instead of the traditional clicker scoring systems that don't always register each shot correctly. Features Of The Lifetime Double-Shot Arcade Basketball System * Optical scoring sensors, * Adjustable-height backboard (82-90 inches), * Folds up for storage, * Two players can compete side by side, * Includes 7 balls, * Plugs into a standard electrical socket, * Features a range of sound effects and games Is The Lifetime Double-Shot Arcade Basketball System Worth Buying? The fact that the height of the Lifetime Double-Shot Arcade Basketball System is adjustable makes it easier to fit into a range of different rooms. Even if you've got a lower ceiling, kids and adults can still play the game without any problems. One negative point to note about the Lifetime Double-Shot is the fact that it does cost a lot - and notably more than many similar products on the market. However, for the money you're getting the superior optical scoring sensors that help keep games more accurate. Some reviewers have mentioned errors with the infrared scoring system, but these are rare faulty models. Thankfully Lifetime's customer service always makes sure that defective parts are replaced. The construction also means that this product is likely to last a lot longer than cheaper alternatives. The hoop and frame feel so durable that you won't need to worry about shooting the balls too hard! It's made using a 1.5 inch steel tubing frame, a heavy-duty nylon canvas ramp, and can even be folded up if you ever need to store it away. The Double-Shot does require some assembly to put together, so allow for some time before you can expect to start playing. Thankfully the instructions are good and all of the elements are marked, making it easy to put together even if you've little experience - though it is easier if you have a second person to help you out! In short, if you're willing to pay a little more money for a product that'll last longer than your typical toy basketball system, the Lifetime Double-Shot is well worth the money you'll spend. Quote of the Day: All my life, I always wanted to be somebody. Now I see that I should have been more specific. --Jane Wagner Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
1 John 1:3-10 Introduction 2012-02-01T15:52:00.922+01:00 Dad coming home from the coal mines A Lady who confessed her sin said Sin makes me feel dirty. I take several baths a day to try to feel clean on the inside.” A man who was about to go to prison was in turmoil in his soul, he finally confessed what he had done to a minister, he said, “I just have to confess this to someone. We are wired internally so that we cannot rest if our conscience is stained by sin. Confession is a wonderful privilege when you understand what happens when we truly confess our sin and turn in repentance from it. John writes and shares the evidence of a clear conscience 1 John 1:3 Fellowship with the Father 4 Fullness of Joy 5 Not walking in darkness I want to have a clear conscience and a clean heart, don’t you? It is important to have a clean heart. I want to share with you from the Word of God three observations about having a clean heart which will help us to understand the joy of having a clean heart. I. THE BLOOD OF THE SAVIOR The reason that we can have a clean heart is because of the blood of Jesus Christ. Notice verse 7. Matthew 26:28 Acts 20:28 Col. 1:14 Rev. 12:11 Satan cannot stand the blood, but the saint treasures the blood. Some have voted to exclude the mention of the blood from their hymnals, but I still like to sing: There is power, power, wonder working power...... What can wash away my sin? Nothing but the blood of Jesus.... There is a fountain filled with blood drawn from Immanuel’s veins..... You will never experience a clean heart apart from the blood of the Savior. II. THE BARRIER OF SIN Notice verses 8,10 There are three truths about sin that all of us need to know: A. The Depravity of Sin--”If we say we have no sin...” vs Rom. 3:23 Illus—Michael Phelps and you race across the pacific.....don’t categorize sin! He may swim farther and faster than you, but both of you will still drown because the distance is too great. B. The Deception of Sin--”We decieve ourselves” Illus--Eskimoes way of killing wolves with frozen blades. They would coat a knife blade with blood and stick it upside down in the frozen snow. The wolves will begin to lick the blood. The sharp blade slices their tongues. They end up dying drinking their own blood and don’t even realize it. This is what sin does. It deceives us until we are destroyed by our own actions. C. The Destruction of Sin--It will eventually get your body, but it doesn’t have to get your soul. Illus--Story of the Scorpion and the Turtle in Aesops fable. The Turtle gives the Scorpion a ride across a creek. Half away across the Scorpion stings the Turtle in the back of the neck. The Turtle says, Why did you do that knowing we would both drown. The Scorpion says, It’s my nature. It is the nature of sin to destroy!! III. THE BLESSING OF SURRENDER Notice v 9. Our part--Confess Give up the struggle.! Get honest with God God’s Part--Forgive and Cleanse These are two powerful words. God wants us to see sin as He sees sin. Illus--The rattlesnake in the crib. If you saw a rattlesnake in your baby’s crib and realize it had bitten your child, what would you want to do to that snake? Kill it right? When God sees sin in our life, He sees the thing that killed his Son. Options--Continue in guilt feeling dirty and shameful or enter into the blessing of joy of having a clean heart. Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
AVOIDING SATAN’S SNARES 2012-01-31T15:50:00.253+01:00 INTRODUCTION: I want you to think about someone this morning. For a moment, I would you to think of a person that you know who knows the Lord but got some “wrong” teaching and it has led them into error and their lives are in a mess because of it. Do you know such a person? More than likely, most of us here today have had areas where the Lord has led us to change what we once believed concerning something we once thought the Bible taught but now it did not. Jesus had to continually confront people in his day that were taking the Old Testament and making it say things it did not say. In Paul’s letters in the New Testament, he was constantly having to address wrong teaching that people were getting into. In the 2nd and 3rd chapter of Revelation Jesus sends messages to 7 churches and in most of those letters he addressed some kind of false teaching that was taking place. Today, let’s look at 2 Timothy chapter 2 where Paul tells Timothy how to view people who were coming under false teaching. He specifically was addressing the teaching of Hymaneus and Philetus who were teaching that the resurrection was already past and at the end of chapter 2 he says this to Timothy. (When I taught this, I actually read all of chapter 2 to set the context.) TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:24 And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, 25 in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth, 26 and that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will. TRANSITION: From the passage I have just read I want to bring to your attention three different personalities involved in this passage about delivering people out of Satan’s snares. 1. THE SERVANT OF THE LORD A. Must not quarrel The word refers to someone who likes to fight in a carnal way. Do you people whose goal is to win an argument and it really has nothing to do with anything else. They just thrive on strife and conflict. When a person like this is in charge, you will have nothing but strife and chaos. ILLUS- I heard of a preacher who was in town one day and someone approached him and began giving him a piece of his mind. The preacher became very irritated and finally just decked the guy. Yeah, he punched him out right in town. Of course, it didn’t take long before the news spread. The preacher became very repentant and asked his congregation to forgive him as well as the other person involved. I guess people did think twice after that before speaking their minds with him..ha ha. B. Must be gentle This is a disposition of heart where a person can remain at calm within. They can stand against a storm around them without there being a storm within them. C. Have teaching ability The idea is that of communicating the truth of Scripture in a way that people receive the revelation from the word they need to grow. Some people can take things hard to understand and teach in a way that children can understand. Other people can take simple things and make them so complicated that professors scratch their heads. The anointing to teach means that people are able to learn. The goal is to edify not confuse...to build up faith, not to instill doubt...to help people to search the Scripture for themselves so they can learn in your absence instead of making them so afraid that they will only hear from you. D. Patient The word means literally to “bear evil”. In order to lead people, you have to put up with stuff. A patient attitude is so important. ILLUS-When my children were little we had a little CD of songs sang by cartoon characters. One was a song about patience that was sung by a rabbit. The rabbit wo[...]
YOUR FATHER’S WEALTH 2012-01-30T15:48:00.252+01:00 On this Father’s Day, I want to talk to you about your Father. Would you change your father for another father if he had more money and promised you a no-worry future? Let me give you some bad news. There are less billionaires to chose from today. According to March 11, 2009 Forbes magazine, the richest men in the world are poorer than they were last year. Here is the story: (http://www.forbes.com/2009/03/11/worldsrichest-people-billionaires-2009-billionaires_land.html) Last year the world had 1,125 billionaires. Today there are 793. How $1.4 trillion vanished. The richest people in the world have gotten poorer, just like the rest of us. This year the world's billionaires have an average net worth of $3 billion, down 23% in 12 months. The world now has 793 billionaires, down from 1,125 a year ago. After slipping in recent years, the U.S. is regaining its dominance as a repository of wealth. Americans account for 44% of the money and 45% of the list's slots, up seven and three percentage points from last year, respectively. Bill Gates lost $18 billion but regained his title as the world's richest man. Warren Buffett, last year's No. 1, saw his fortune decline $25 billion as shares of Berkshire Hathaway fell nearly 50% in 12 months. Mexican telecom titan Carlos Slim Helú maintains his spot in the top three but lost $25 billion. But let me ask you about everyone of these billionaires. What is the extend to which they can help you? Food? Medical? Vacations? Houses? Cars? Eternity? The sad thing, is that NO ONE of these can help you one second past death. It all ends. But let me talk to you about one who is more wealthy than all of these combined and whose “hand of handouts” can reach you after death. TEXT: Romans 8: 17 says that as “children of God, we are heirs.” I. THE WEALTH OF OUR FATHER. He is the creator of the World and He is still the Creator God as He will create a new heaven and a new earth. He has all the silver and gold (Haggai 2:8) He owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10) II. THE HEART OF OUR FATHER He wanted us in His family so badly that He sent His son into the world that the Scripture in II Corinthians 8:9 says, “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that you through His poverty might become rich.” III. THE INHERITANCE OFFERED BY OUR FATHER. This inheritance promised definitely refers to the future. Look at just some of the things it refers to: * a new name (Revelation 3:12) * a crown of gold (Revelation 4:4) * we shall reign with Him (Revelation 20:4) * we shall sit on His throne * we will have a new body * we shall inhabit a new heaven and a new earth * we will have a new family * we share in everything the Son has (“God has appointed Jesus heir of all things. Hebrews 1:2) Earthly inheritances are shared as a fraction of the whole because the inheritance is limited. It is limited in time and matter. But God’s inheritance is not limited by either time or matter; thus the inheritance is a full inheritance. This inheritance is promised by a new covenant. “And for this reason He is the Mediator of the new covenant, by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions under the first covenant, that those who are called may receive the promise of the eternal inheritance.” Hebrews 9:15 For an inheritance to be realized, one must die. Jesus died (as the above verse said). But better than any other inheritance possible, our testator came back to life so we have him and all that is his. And... This inheritance is eternal. Some commentators say this verse ca[...]
THREE THINGS TO DO WHEN FACED WITH DEATH 2012-01-29T15:47:00.444+01:00 John 11:25 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. (NKJV) 1. Remember His Resurrection
Amani Womens Group 2012-01-28T19:32:53.983+01:00 Technorati-taggar: Skolgång,Utbildning Ditt bidrag går till: Kvinnogruppen “Anami” (“fred”på Swahili) i Kaumba Tanazania. Målet är: Att hjälpa unga tjejer till en bättre framtid. Kvinnogruppens håller på att bygga ett elevhem, för unga tjejer så de ska få möjlighet till vidare skolgång i secondary school, motsvarar högstadiet. Kvinnorna har nyligen startat en liten Avocado plantage som på sikt ska ska bidra till underhåll av elevhemmet. Första elevboendet för 16 flickor är redan under uppbyggnad, 2st. hus till är planerade. -OCH TILL DET BEHÖVS PENGAR. Alla pengar går Oavkortat till kvinnogruppens verksamhet och vi här i sverige jobbar ideelt. För mer information: Beathe Legind beathelegindsnabelagdotgmail. Norska: Dette går til: kvinners gruppen "Anami" ("fred" på swahili) i Kaumba Tanazania. Målet er: å hjelpe unge jenter til en bedre fremtid. Kvinners Group er å bygge et studenthjem for unge jenter slik at de vil ha mulighet for videre skolegang i videregående skole, tilsvarende videregående skole. Kvinner har nylig startet en liten Avocado plantasje som til slutt vil bidra til til vedlikehold av sovesal. Den første studentboliger for 16 jenterne allerede under bygging, to. hus er planlagt. OG FOR de trenges det penger. Alle pengene skal gå til kvinne gruppeaktiviteter, og vi her i Sverige arbeider frivillig. For mer informasjon: Beathe Legind beathelegindsnabelagdotgmail. Soumi: Tämä menee: Naisten ryhmä "Anami" ("rauha" swahilin) vuonna Kaumba Tanazania. Tavoitteena on: auttaa nuoria tyttöjä parempaa tulevaisuutta. Naisten Group rakentaa asuntola nuorille tytöille, jotta he saavat mahdollisuuden edelleen koulun ja lukion, vastaa lukion. Naiset ovat alkaneet viime aikoina pieni Avocado istutus, joka ajan myötä edistävät ylläpitoon asuntolassa. Ensimmäinen opiskelija-asuntoja 16 tytöt on jo rakenteilla 2. taloa suunnitellaan. JA rahaa tarvitaan. Dansk: Pengarna går til: kvindegruppen "Anami" ("fred" på swahili) i Kaumba Tanzania. Målet er: at hjælpe unge piger til en bedre fremtid. Kvindegruppen er ved at bygge et elevhjem for unge piger, så de får mulighed for videre skolegang i secondary school. Kvinderne har for nylig startet en lille avocadoplantage, som vil bidrage til til vedligeholdelse af elevhjemmet. Den første bolig til 16 unge piger er allerede under opførsel. Endnu 2 hus til, er planlagt. -Og for dette behöver vi ditt bidrag! English: This goes to: women's group "Anami" ("peace" in Swahili) in Kaumba Tanazania. The goal is: to help young girls to a better future. Women's Group is building a student home for young girls so they will have the opportunity for further schooling in secondary school, equivalent to high school. Women have recently started a small Avocado plantation which will contribute to to the maintenance of the student home. The first student housing for 16 girls is already under construction, 2. more houses is planned. Technorati-taggar: Tanzania,Katumba,Kvinnogrupp,stöd oss,Donera Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
WORDS THAT HEAL 2012-01-28T15:45:01.552+01:00
2 Timothy 1:12 . . . for I know whom I have believed and am persuaded that He is able to keep what I have committed to Him until that Day. (NKJV)
Där frihet fanns 2012-01-28T09:51:00.190+01:00 Image via Wikipedia Där almar skyddet gav och stigar otaliga fick finnas Man går sakta mot graven som ingen rädsla fanns eller minns Där jag dig stillsamt mötte nu avgaser regerar Och där på hjortspår stötte på Nu öknen tagit vid så ödsligt Där stigar fanns runt husen och blommor syntes i var trädgård Man har släckt ljuset, bara ruiner kvar Där har skrattet tystnat Där vi gick över ängen och bilar rusar fram Och björkarna slokar, har ej hängen bara olja,föroreningar,grus och damm Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
THREE TRUTHS TO REMEMBER WHEN DEATH COMES 2012-01-27T15:43:01.123+01:00
Philippians 3:20 For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, . . . (NKJV) 1. The Place of Our True Residence 2. The Promise of Our Lord's Return 3. The Power of Our Resurrection
A Parent's Guide To Age Ratings For Video Games 2012-01-27T08:34:59.445+01:00 Image via Wikipedia Although most parents are wary about letting their children watch films which carry adult age ratings, the same doesn’t seem true when it comes to video games. One study done on this matter claimed that 90% of parents don’t check a game’s rating before allowing their children to buy a game. While this can be, of course, a matter of personal choice for parents; it seems that for most parents there is a lack of knowledge about video game ratings. Here is some information about video game ratings to help parents make informed choices when buying video games for their children. The ESRB The ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board) was formed in 1994 to provide ratings for video games in the United States and Canada. The formation of the ESRB was the eventual result of a call from the US government for the video game industry to create a self-governing body for video game content ratings, or else the government would form one itself. The ESRB now rates virtually all video game releases in the US and Canada. Rating Categories There are several different ratings given by the ESRB depending on the content of a game. These are EC (Early Childhood), E (Everyone), E10+ (Everyone 10+), T (Teen), M (Mature 17+), AO (Adults Only). Games are awarded one of these ratings depending on a number of content criteria, such as Mild Language, Crude Humor, Intense Violence etc. Are All Games Rated? It is not a legal requirement for a game to be submitted for rating by the ESRB. However, the overwhelming majority of games are submitted for rating. The major console manufacturers (Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft) do not allow any games to be released on their systems without an ESRB rating, and some retail outlets will also not stock games that do not have a rating. This makes it preferable for most games publishers to obtain an ESRB rating. How To Tell What Rating A Game Has Any game with an ESRB rating will clearly display the rating on its packaging. Look out for a small box containing one of the following rating symbols: EC, E, E10+, T, M or AO. If you are concerned about the content of a game, visit the ESRB website where information on the content of all rated games is listed. If you have bought a video game for your child and feel unhappy about the rating which it was given, you can contact the ESRB directly. Complaints are taken seriously, and if a game is discovered to contain content not suitable for the rating it was given, the game’s publisher can face serious repercussions. Quote of the Day: You can tell the character of every man when you see how he receives praise. --Lucius Annæus Seneca Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
WHAT GOD IS WHEN LIFE GETS TOUGH 2012-01-26T15:40:00.784+01:00
Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, . . . (NKJV)
1. God is our refuge 2. God is our strength 3. God is present with us 4. God is our help in trouble (image)
FOUR THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT GOD WHEN YOU ARE HURTING 2012-01-25T15:37:00.196+01:00
2 CORINTHIANS 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, . . . (NKJV) I want to remind you today that:
World Of Warcraft Guides: Vast Power Into Nozdormu! 2012-01-25T11:46:59.985+01:00 Summary: Fans of WOW: Unite! The fans of the series had high expectations for World of Warcraft as it promised to be a terrific and innovative new title. Horde villages include Revantusk Village Splintertree Post Ghost Walker Post and more. Alliance villages include Refuge Pointe Lakeshire Theramore and more. He is associated with madness and insanity. Traveling northward to Northrend the icy stronghold of the Lich King Arthas pursues Mal'Ganis and aids an old dwarven friend Muradi... The fans of the series had high expectations for World of Warcraft as it promised to be a terrific and innovative new title. Horde villages include Revantusk Village Splintertree Post Ghost Walker Post and more. Alliance villages include Refuge Pointe Lakeshire Theramore and more. He is associated with madness and insanity. Traveling northward to Northrend the icy stronghold of the Lich King Arthas pursues Mal'Ganis and aids an old dwarven friend Muradin Bronzebeard. Aman'thul imbued a portion of his vast power onto Nozdormu to guard time itself and police the ever-spinning pathways of fate and destiny. The gems are more rare and used for recipes and other professions too whereas the stones are easier to use and don't require a forge. For those true World of Warcraft fans however you will fight to the death and play righteously gathering Quest items and making money the old fashioned way. See http://www.worldofwarcraftguide.us/knoppwow.html Different items including weapons are obtainable for a set number of wow gold pieces. Weapons and other items can be purchased starting at one wow gold coin and up. Most of the music within Warcraft III is orchestral and composed by Tracy W. Legendary heroes such as Thrall Cairne Bloodhoof and King Magni Bronzebeard are also in the game presiding over their respective peoples as leaders in their race's capitals. The next in the World of Warcraft dungeon guide will explain The Monastery. Some quests ask you to kill a set number of beasts or monsters others ask you to collect trophies from creatures and others ask you to slay unique non-player characters or named creatures. Its not hard to tank. It just takes knowledge. Objectives known as quests are revealed to the player during the progress of the map. Main quests are those that the player must complete to proceed to the next chapter but there are also optional quests which are not initially revealed but can be discovered and completed alongside the main objectives. The Orcs also live in Lordaeron before they move to Kalimdor the home of the Night Elves who guard the sacred lands found there. In World of Warcraft Dragonspawn can be found just about anywhere where there are dragons typically assisting them in the guarding of a place or thing such as Grim Batol or the Sunken Temple. Not truly Dragons but a related creature. Though very little has been revealed about Arthas' role in World of Warcraft it is conjectured that the continent of Northrend will be the primary focus of the second expansion pack. Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...]
How to Choose the Right Fitness Trainer for You 2012-01-25T11:46:20.883+01:00 Many people today are now getting more and more concerned about their physical health. Besides, who wouldn’t be? With the increasing cases of heart related diseases, diabetes and obesity, you would want to pay more attention to your body. You have to remember that no one else is responsible for your body except you. You have to take care of your body in order to live a more satisfying and happier life. It is a fact that technology is beneficial but you have to consider that it also has its disadvantages. Because of automation where computers and machines do all the work, it makes life easier. In fact, too easy that people tends to get too lazy to take care of their body. Because of this laid back lifestyle, people are getting fat. Your idea of working hard in an air conditioned office in front of a computer is never considered as a good exercise. It may be a good exercise for your fingers because of typing and writing documents all day but you have to consider that a good exercise means that you have to include every part of your body. Today, there are thousands of gyms and fitness centers available. However, doing the same boring exercise routines can be very straining and frustrating most of the time. Aside from doing everything repeatedly everyday and becomes boring, you also have to realize the fact that exercising does not show immediate results even after a few weeks of working out. This can be frustrating and a lot of people will simply give up the exercise program they enrolled in. For this reason, you have to consider hiring fitness trainers. Not only that they will advice you and guide you in every exercise machines, but they will also keep you motivated enough to not give up exercising. They will guide you to your goals and a good and professional fitness trainer will sometimes guide you to exceed your goals for your body. However, you also need to consider choosing the right fitness trainer for you in order to achieve your goals and keep you motivated to do your exercises. Here are some things that you should look for in a fitness trainer: • The first thing you should look for in a fitness trainer is a certification regarding their being a professional fitness trainer. Most fitness organizations today certify their fitness trainers in order to assure people that they will be able to get the job done and they know how to take care of your body. You have to consider that anyone can call themselves fitness trainer. • The next thing you have to look for in fitness trainer is if they are qualified to do first aid. You have to realize the fact that injuries resulting from exercising are very probable. You have to get a fitness trainer who will be able to deal with injuries related to exercising. • Experience is also a key factor in choosing a fitness trainer. If they worked with numerous people with positive feedback, then this is the fitness trainer for you. These are some of the things you should choose from in a fitness trainer. By having the right one, you will be able to get a high quality workout and keep you on your toes and motivated.Ottsjöblogger i Ottsjö [...] |
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