I have already discussed various aspects of the fiscal cliff from the view point of biblical prophecy. I am not very good at computers (as you may have noticed by looking at the construction of this site), so I am unable to make nice graphs and data tables. Otherwise I would make a graph of the … Continue reading “When you see ‘fiscal cliff’ in the media, think ‘debt mountain’”
New Danger on the Horizon
We have been highlighting the growing danger that America will fall under the dominion of the Beast at the time of his ascension. This danger is seen in a recent op-ed piece in a recent edition of the Economist. The article is calling for the signing of a free trade agreement between America and the … Continue reading “New Danger on the Horizon”
Sanctuary from the Beast
I read on article on the BBC news site that since the election, the White House has received 20 petitions from groups seeking the succession of their states from the Union. The petition from Texas was the largest, with over 25,000 signatures. Though the possibility seems remote, Texas leaving the Union and forming a separate … Continue reading “Sanctuary from the Beast”
Fiscal Cliff — expanded
I have attempted to expand certain thoughts relating to the importance of the fiscal cliff facing America. There are many thoughts that interconnect on this topic, so I will probably end up revisiting this again to explore its different aspects. Fiscal Cliff – A chance for a new direction The ‘fiscal cliff’ currently facing America … Continue reading “Fiscal Cliff — expanded”
Is this how it begins?
On October 14th, ABC News came out with an article about Los Angeles (http://abcnews.go.com/US/t/story/los-angeles-mayor-id-card-immigrants-17472428). The current mayor, Villaraigosa, is proposing to issue city I.D. cards that will also have ATM functionality. Those who oppose the move point to the fact that these I. D. cards will be available to illegal aliens, making it easier for … Continue reading “Is this how it begins?”
Will Germany leave the EU before Greece?
There was an interesting editorial piece in the Financial Times this past week, where one of the FT writers, Martin Wolf, was discussing how a German departure from the Euro bloc would benefit the people of Germany. It was surprising to find an article with such a tone. It is currently feared by many that … Continue reading “Will Germany leave the EU before Greece?”
Catalan independence movement continues…a model for Texas?
The president of Catalonia has called for snap elections after Madrid rejected his demands for greater autonomy for the region. Earlier in the month, as much as 1.5 million Catalans gathered in their regional capital of Barcelona to demand independence for the region. The fiscal crisis in Spain and the economic downturn that followed has … Continue reading “Catalan independence movement continues…a model for Texas?”
The mark of the Beast coming to you first at your local airport
On CNN, there was a short news story about the possible introduction of finger print and retinal scans at US airports. They interviewed someone who argued that the implementation of finger print and retinal scans at airports would be helpful in processing people faster at security gates, and help flag risky types for more attention. … Continue reading “The mark of the Beast coming to you first at your local airport”
Catalonia seeks independence from Spain
An under-reported news story was that yesterday, 1.5 million people gathered in Barcelona to demonstrate for the independence of Catalonia from Spain. Catalonia is a region of Spain, and Barcelona is its main city and capital. The region also has its own language and a strong sense of identity. This is an example of what … Continue reading “Catalonia seeks independence from Spain”
Technology for a cashless society
I was looking around the Web to follow up on the story about the new digital identification system in India — it uses retinal scans and finger prints to create a unique I.D. signature on their system. It was reported to be a private company that is responsible for creating and implementing that system. When … Continue reading “Technology for a cashless society”