I'm Calling Out Christians

Why am I calling some Christians? The easy answer, because it needs to be done. Who am I? I'm not a pastor or a theologian, just another soul hungry for the truth and grace along this journey.

Earlier this summer, I attended an art festival. One of the performing groups was a gay man chorus. 10 minutes before, during, and 10 minutes after their performance, there was a man standing about 15 feet away from the stage wearing a 'Fear God' vest and holding a sign letting the choir know that they are going to Hell. I approach this gentleman and asked, "Do you believe this is the best way to your message across?" His response, without even looking at me, "Yep." Can't leave now, so I asked, "Do you think this is the best way to show Jesus' love?" Once again, not looking at me, he replied, "Yep."

This past weekend in Ohio, there was a topless protest between a strip club and a church. 


Back story on this protest, a few years ago, the church protested the club. Carried signs and yelled at the workers and patrons of the club. Through a third party, the two entities did come to a truce. It lasted a few weeks. The church went back to attacking the women. During the truce, some of the women came to know Jesus, but because they didn't have another job to rely on or go to, they continued stripping. As one dancer said, "My heart belongs to Jesus, but my body belongs to the Foxhole."

In the news clip, you'll notice a blonde church member confront a woman from the crowd. She told her "You don't know love. You only know lust." She judged the lady without knowing a thing about her. The black haired lady runs a ministry that helps women get out of the sex industry. The way she does it is by developing friendships, finding them housing, and helping the women get an education so they can get another job. Obviously, she knows nothing about love. Or sacrifice. Or compassion.

Yesterday, a comedic genius, Robin Williams, died. He fought the demons of depression and addiction for decades. I am deeply saddened that he couldn't defeat them, but he did give them a hell of a fight! That being said, I became upset that shortly after the world found out about his passing, I saw some church leaders say on their Facebook pages that Mr. Williams was not at rest because he didn't know God. Which I found weird. How do they know? Did they know other people's hearts?

I don't want to condemn as much as I want to challenge each other. As Christians, we can't judge non-believers by the standards of believers. If we are to call ourselves Christians, it means are 'Little Christs' or 'Christ-like'. Jesus treated those around him with respect, love, and mercy. Jesus told us to love one another. God said to keep the judging to Him. 

Truth be told, if I didn't know Christ myself and this was the only Christians I encountered or heard, I would never darken the door of a church. We are called to love. With love, comes joy. Joy becomes a beacon to those who are lost. Basically, I'm challenging everyone to get some perspective when encountering others. Instead of hitting people down with words or actions, why not lift them up? 

I'm posting two music videos. Please watch and listen to words. Meditate on them for a while. 





**Author's note: Yes I too am guilty of judging others harshly. It is something that I am working on. I am challenging other Christians to do the same so others may see Jesus in us.**

Single in my 30's

For the last few years, I've had the same two question asked of me ad nauseam. "Why are you single?" & "When are you getting married?" Here are my answers: Because I don't date & probably never because I don't date.

Now you're probably wondering why I don't date. It's not for religious reasons or anything like that. The people in my life have told me my whole life: 

• I'm only pretty when I'm blonde
• I have a big nose
• My boobs are too small
• I have a sumo wrestler size ass
• I have thunder thighs
• I'm an ungrateful bitch
• I can't cook
• I can't clean
• When I cry, I'm a drama queen
• When I laugh, I'm too loud
• I'm a whore (although, never had sex)
• fat
• lazy
• stupid (with an IQ of 136)

If these are true, then what do I have to offer in a relationship?

If these are false, then why would I want to subject myself to more abuse?

I have just found it easier to stay to myself and remain single. Now you all know the answers to the questions.

Updated Unofficial Snark Factor Drinking Game

Why just listen to the most professional internet radio ever, when you can drink along?
Rules are simple. For everything listed, take a drink. 

Snark Factor Drinking Game:

• Someone says 'I saw ______ open for_______'
• Someone from the chat gets mentioned on air (2 drinks if its you)
• Fingers says 'for the love of God' or 'that's uncalled for'
• Duke giggles/laughs so hard he can't breathe
• It's mentioned that Amy Miller left Michigan with her middle finger in the air
• Almond Milk
• A reference to Bob Crane, Raymond Burr, or Fatty Arbuckle
• The Meijer Clinic
• News babe told to look up something from the host's childhood
• Ask Jeeves or MySpace reference
• News babe/Host/Co-host/Guest cancelled
• Someone interrupts before introductions are done
• Duke's Commodore 64 crashes

Those are just what I can think of at this time. If I missed anything, please add it in the comment section below. 
Drink responsibly. 

The Snark Factor can be heard Mon - Thurs 8 pm EST on the mighty FTR Radio.

Oh the Finale of It All!

I waited to write this so there would be no spoilers. If there is, its on you, I've given you more than enough time. So without further ado, three shows finales I would like to talk about.

#1 - How I Met Your Mother

A lot has been written about this one. I don't understand why so many people were upset on how it ended. If you watched the show since the beginning, the whole theme was around Ted & Robin. I don't understand how people think that Barney would change that much and stay in wedded bliss with Robin. In fantasy, maybe, but this show was ultimately about Ted. So of course, he was going to get the girl. 
So discussion ended.

#2 - Grey's Anatomy

I have watched this show since the first episode and as much as I love this show, it needs to end. Glad they finally did something with Cristina. Gave her a good ending. The only thing they left open ended was her and Owen. I'm glad that Shane went with her to Switzerland. 
Of all the drama that was going on; Cristina leaving, Derek's moving to DC, Alex becoming a private doctor, Callie & Arizona marriage, and Jackson & April's pregnancy, there is one story line that upsets me so much. The new head of cardiothoracic is the love child of Webber & Ellis Grey. Can you say 'daytime soap opera'? I kind of understood when they brought Lexi on as Meredith's sister. It would make sense that Thatcher (Meredith's dad) would remarry and have another family. I thought it was weird that she too would go into medicine and end up in the same program as her estranged half-sister. That's what drama shows do. But this story line? Come on!!
I hope the 2014-15 season is the end.

#3 - Castle

For years we waited for Richard and Kate to get together. This season they spent it planning their wedding. The fans were overjoyed!! Then shortly before the wedding, Kate found key evidence into her mother's murder that put the killer, who was a high powered senator that just put his hat in the ring to run for president. Then a few days before the wedding, she hands over a wanted mobster to a bike gang so they can receive the reward money and pay off her "husband's" debt. 

Along with every wedding, there will be drama. Things not going right, like dress being ruined and the venue cancelling at the last minute. The way they ended this season though, ripped my heart out of my chest! 

They were SO close! So close to walking down the aisle. For once, it was going to be okay. Then on his way to the venue, Richard noticed a black SUV racing him. They cut to Kate receiving a call and when she shows up to the scene, Castle's car was consumed in a fiery haze. 

So who did this? And why? 

Was it the senator, who may still have his network up and functional?

Was it the mobster, who's family may be a little on the upset side?

Or was it anybody else from Kate or Castle's past trying to ruin their day?

Congrats, writers. You got me waiting for fall.

Buy My Stuff!!

So I opened a store on Zazzle. I like to design things like t-shirts, so why not sell them? Since I just started it, there isn't a lot in there. I invite everyone to check it out.

http://www.zazzle.com/humaninkblot*

I'll be adding more as time goes by & ideas pop in my head. Please enjoy!

What Do You Want From Me?

While I was at CPAC, I had some people ask me questions about how I would handle things as 'Your Choice for Libertarian Dictator in 2016'. I answered them then, but I thought I should let you, the citizens of these United States, know what is being asked of me. I'm also doing this to open dialogue.

What would you do about pot?

I would legalize marijuana. I see it as a renewable resource. It grows fairly fast, which leads to quick turn over and harvesting. The plants can then be used for medicine, paper, rope, oil, and canvas material. It would be good for America's economy. 

How about the Department of Education?

I would dissolve it. I truly believe that education should be decided at the state and local level. Here's one of the reasons why. I grew up in a farming community. The high school I attended had a FFA barn. Should every school have a FFA chapter or a barn? No. It made sense in my community. Every community, every state is different and should be treated as such. I don't believe people who have never been to your state should decide how you learn or what you teach. That's why we elect school boards.

Obamacare and Health Care? 

I would repeal the Affordable Care Act. It's full of mathematical errors. It doesn't make sense. Any bill that's over 50 pages should be marked TL;DR, then never voted on. Also, I would downsize the FDA. I believe it has grown too big and has become corrupt. 
I believe that health care should only be between the patient and their provider. No one else. If I want to live without man-made medicine, that should be my choice. If someone does not want to receive a blood transfusion, their choice. If someone doesn't want to buy insurance that doesn't fit their lifestyle, they shouldn't have to. 

Let's get back our freedom, America!

Do you have a question about how I would run the federal government when I'm elected dictator? Feel free to leave it in the comment section & I will answer it. 

Testing Your Heart

"Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this," says the Lord Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessings that there will not be room enough to store it."   Malachi 3:10

 I was reading through my Duck Commander devotional and Al Robertson decided to use and meditate on this verse. Al talked about how he used to preach this. I grew up going to church and I have heard SO many sermons on tithing. How I should tithe to the church, or whoever was 'feeding' me. How I'm planting seeds in faith. On the other hand, I was raised my parents, who always said it was the Lord's money. Sometimes the tithing/offering money went to who they were led to give it to. Sometimes it was the church. Sometimes other ministries or missionaries. Sometimes to a friend who needs financial help. 

But I love how Al describes what this verse is God is saying 'Try to out give me! Think that giving all that you have in the world will leave with nothing? Try me. I will bless you with everything you gave and more!' 

All too often today, we as Christians lose where our focus should be. We get caught up in language, people's lifestyles, or church politics. This is not what we were made for! We were made to give.

Giving isn't just about money. Though if you listen to some churches preach about it, that's where their focus is and that's wrong. We are to give all of ourselves. Time. Love. Talent. Friendship. Whatever you have, give it with a thankful heart. If you do this, you will notice an awesome and radical change in your life!!