The Planet of the Apes: Bible Study

Garbage Guts 10: 10 pm post dinner  and after church meal.

While at a post church event, at a local pub, Mr. Guts devoured Chicken and Waffles, after 10 pm.

This event had nothing to do with The Planet of the Apes, event of weeks ago.

Chucky played The Planet of the Apes 'horn' in the pub, via You Tube.

John and Chuck reminisced in sadness over the decline of the 'Apes' event, which was a one time only event. At least for us. And now for all, it is over. 'Dirty apes!'

John stated he had nightmares for the next week following our one and only visit to The Planet of the Apes. Note; The context is hygiene!

Facts should be allowed to beat up opinions

Jeff Jenkins

Apart from presentations that promote unlawful violence, in a Western context, opinions should be allowed to be freely expressed in a public forum. Every worldview and philosophy should be up for debate in a public forum.

Facts should be allowed to beat up opinions.

Private contexts have orthodoxy (Orthodox doctrine within the Christian Church, for example) for membership.

A public context should not have the same level of forced orthodoxy, as a private context with a more specific membership. Canadian citizenship, for example, requires allegiance to the State, but not a specific worldview.

(This idea, in part, based on an online chat I had with a good English friend, yesterday.)

Obey the blue light

This evening, while buying cheaper gas out of Metropolitan Vancouver, on the long way home after academic work and an evening church service.

With any progress there is usually a negative. My 'newish' Nissan SUV has a 'blue light' alarm (Satanic?) that will go off unless the truck is opened by the fob and closed by the fob. If someone tries to break in or some 'fool' tries to open the SUV door normally with the key (Apparently both have already occurred), the alarm takes over. The mechanic told me it was a high-end, after-market alarm and work keeping. According to the mechanic, if the alarm is set-off, some Kingpin has to sit in detention in the truck for fifteen minutes plus, with engine running, while the alarm goes on and off. This can both entertain and irritate the public. The alarm may then resume normal programming, but one must open and close the truck with fob only and one must never, ever, ever, let the battery in the fob die or else Kingpin will be back in detention. Obey the blue light...Actual product not shown.

US: 110 Million S.T.D. Infections, Estimated

CNN

By NICHOLAS BAKALARSEPT. 29, 2017: New York Times 

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'In the U.S., 110 Million S.T.D. Infections'

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'The incidence of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis is increasing, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At any given time, there are an estimated 110 million sexually transmitted infections in the United States.'

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Rates of syphilis increased in every age group and all races, and they were highest among people in their twenties. The number of babies born infected with syphilis increased to 628 cases in 2016, from 492 in 2015 — each case, in Dr. Bolan’s words, “a needless tragedy.” ”The enormity of the S.T.D. epidemic requires everyone play a role in reversing these trends,” Dr. Bolan said.'

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'Correction: October 3, 2017

An earlier version of this story misstated the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in the United States. There are 110 million such infections, not 110 million people with infections, at any given time. (Some people may have more than one infection.)'
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'There are 110 million such infections, not 110 million people with infections'

I actually had that thought as I read the article for the first time. Then there is HIV infection as well.

CIA USA

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'People and Society :: UNITED STATES Panel - Expanded Population: 326,625,791 (July 2017 est.)' 
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Hmm, compare numbers to population. Devastating.

Now there is an advertisement to follow the biblical model to avoid fornication and adultery (Exodus 20, Matthew 5, 1 Corinthians 5-6 as examples).

Being a youthful adult, technically too old for young adults ministry, this article is another cumulative point in support of my dating theology/philosophy. Any possible romantic relationship should likely be with someone less sexually experienced than average (with minimal experience), with the significant possibility of it being someone significantly younger and less experienced than average.

'Rates of syphilis increased in every age group and all races, and they were highest among people in their twenties.'

Yes, and this risk increases for someone in their twenties that becomes older and is still sexually active outside of biblical marriage.

Sometimes, theological/philosophical common sense does not fit into cultural norms.

Sodom and Gonorrhea?

Bullet Moday: The Return of Garbage Guts

Only in Canada...pity.

•Another weekend of church events in Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford. 'Garbage Guts' desired to return to the same Maple Ridge, Fish and Chips established.

•This time he had chips and eight pieces of fish, topping his original seven from weeks ago. I had three pieces of fish and chips.

•Garbage Guts attributes his eating prowess to his speedy Asian metabolism, and years of training.

•Chucky Saint Divine was away at choir practice and so I had to drive 'everywhere' again, but at least I now have a 'Big Wheel' and Mr. GG covers meals. Chuck get off your gas and start driving us around again!

???

•Mr. GG complained all weekend long because a cult-like leader is attempting to play his match-maker.

•My friend is solid, well under six feet tall and technically Asian, but is for all intense and purposes a Canadian Anglophone. The cult-leader thinks Mr. GG of course is suited for the female equivalent, originally from say, Hong Kong, Chinese Taipei or the Mainland.

•But, of course, Mr. Fish Guts is radically culturally different, but modern, robotic, lazy intellectual, evangelical thinking, simply matches based on two people of the opposite sex being of similar ethnic origins, similar age and of course, the same level of looks.

The more biblical theological ideas of mutual spiritual, intellectual and physical attraction are usually overlooked, as is much good theology in today's evangelical church.

•This same cult-leader tried the name match-making nonsense with me a few years ago and went down like a Dead Zeppelin...

•The Boss receives four care visits a day. I was away much of the weekend. The kitchen was rearranged again. Inside the glass cabinet there was a jar of herbal teas. I am not certain if that belongs to the Boss from years ago, or if a careworker donated it because my herbal tea ran out weeks ago and I really favour Red Rose. Is my choice of tea being questioned?

Bullet Friday: Oh Canada, again & USA misses FIFA 2018 World Cup

•I have been very busy with academic work, homecaring for the Boss and being social. The first and third of these require a lot of driving around Metropolitan Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, thankfully the Lord has blessed me with a 'newish' SUV that so far is tank solid...like me.

•As I have been busy, I was not following FIFA World Cup qualifying as closely as I would like. I was thrilled and very surprised today to read that the United States did not qualify for the FIFA 2018 World Cup. To be clear, the USA is one of my favourite countries, and I have many friends, and next to Europe my favourite vacation destination. But I do not like how some of their media embraces this dream of the USA winning the World Cup one day, as if it is America's right. Even with the MLS growing, the USA still did not qualify for 2018. Perhaps the dream will largely die like Quebec separation will likely, but in that case, due to immigration. I love America, Canada, Europe, but I just do no not ever want to see the US media with a chance to gloat on this issue. Yes, the Canadian media gloats = equally annoying.

•Example of this US attitude: In 2006, I think, after church at Grace Vancouver, an American acquaintance was wearing an Arsenal cap. I stated... Me (paraphrased) : 'Are you looking forward to the World Cup?' Acquaintance (paraphrased): 'Yes we (USA) have a great chance this time'. Me (paraphrased) : 'I doubt the USA will win it this year. Europe and South America are too strong as usual.' Acquaintance (paraphrased): 'Well, we are bound to win it eventually.' Me (paraphrased): 'I doubt it. There are too many sports in the USA such as football, baseball and basketball ahead of soccer in the USA that will always take most of the top athletes, whereas football is the number one sport for athletes in Europe and South America.' Acquaintance (paraphrased); 'Grumbles' and walks away. So, we cannot have a reasonable discussion on the World Cup unless I buy your 'Kool-Aid' on predestined American dominance? Houston: We have a problem.

•Philosophical clue: Largest economy and largest military does not = best everything.

•The USA has dominated women's soccer and hockey.

•Yes, I always support Europe in the FIFA World Cup, it makes 'use' of my United Kingdom/Europe passport. Plus, Europe has won most of them and is going for the '4peat'. I have such low hopes for Canada Soccer, who cares that they did not qualify...once again.

•Metro Vancouver is filled with drivers that will not slow down even with our many rainy days. No wonder the insurance rate increase...

Strange Gay Islamic Tales: Texas

Marvel: Never seen this cover before...

WZ Oct 2 2017

I heard this story, driving home this evening from work on the beginning of Fortress of Faith before I parked in our parking garage.

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'University Of Texas Threatened To Expel Gay Student For Saying Islamic Countries Kill People For Being Gay…'

Alfred MacDonald left University of Texas at San Antonio after feeling ‘difficult to stay motivated’. 

He had made the comments during an out-of-class conversation with another graduate student. They had been discussing the ‘religious leanings of philosophy professors.  He pointed out that in some Muslim countries, he could be executed for being bisexual.  A few days after the conversation, he was called in for a meeting with Dr Eve Browning.

She is the Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Classics at the University of Texas at San Antonio. MacDonald studied here at the time. This event took place in September 2016 but Alfred MacDonald only went public with it this summer. Dr Eve Browning said if his behavior continued, he would be referred to the student conduct board. She said they would recommend dismissal.

A university head of department threatened a bisexual student with dismissal after he made a comment regarding LGBTI executions in Islamic countries.'
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I reason that every worldview, every philosophy/theology, is up for a reasonable, respectful, critical review. Especially on a University campus, a supposed place of learning at all times, one would hope.

It is called living in a Western democracy. That means other people with a different worldview, philosophy/theology than you have, have the right to exist and publicly opine.

Warning: Critical Thinking Can Be Dangerous To Your Thoughts & Feelings!

Facebook image, not my creation

Every time, like today, I lose a follower on my Facebook Business Page (I soon gained two back.), I think:

Warning: Critical Thinking Can Be Dangerous To Your Thoughts And Feelings!

I mean, someone could ask me why I have my views, as opposed to just unfollowing. There is often a distinct lack of civility and dialogue in Western culture today, especially online.

Russell Norman Murray, PhD

New method to prevent statue crime: Post job applications on statue

Stirling Castle

Babylon Bee October 9 2017

'Police Keep Antifa Away From Columbus Statues By Taping Job Applications Onto Them'

Genius!

Thanks to Mr. Howard James Bartel.

Chucky says Honky B Tonky

The Honky Tonk Man, with guitar: WWE

This just sent to me today by Saint Charles Chuckles of Maple Ridge, Patron Saint of  Rush:

I take it this is dedicated to our friendly neigbour, Mr. Roger's father, Honky Tonk Don?

'Just read this hilarious comment on FB: "I heard on the radio that Trace Adkins was at Kenny Beard's funeral recently and Trace had "Honky tonk badonkadonk" play as the casket was being closed. I guess Kenny was a jokester so it went over pretty well."'
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Speaking of which, my friendly neighbour and wife invited me over for Canadian Thanksgiving. I have to walk there by 5 pm. I hope Don is there...

A tank trying to park a tank?

The Lord has blessed me with the 'newish' 2006 SUV, no doubt, no debt.

But I am working through parking in the tight strata garage.

On my left: A huge concrete pillar

On my right: A sweet senior citizen that likes to park her 'newish' lovely green Toyota, often slightly to her left and lacks the coordination to fit herself into a tight squeeze once she opens her car door.

No damage yet...

I am like a Tank (Kingpin), trying to park a tank (SUV).

Planet of the Apes

New Westminster: Last weekend's events were very good with the bowling and SUV. However, some time ago, in a land far, far, away, Chucky, Garbage Guts and I happened on an event that I later coined 'Planet of the Apes'. I have never cared for the Planet of the Apes film franchise, and the three of us liked the event about as much. That Planet of the Apes horn sound went through my head while at the event...Note; The context is hygiene!

Garbage Guts

Today

This weekend...

I bought a new/used SUV/CUV, no debt.

I drove new vehicle with Chucky and John Wee to Surrey, bowling alley. Problem is, Chuck's navigation was in error and the bowling alley was in Langley.

There is no manual. We needed to look online in order to open the gas cap.

In all the kerfuffle, I temporarily, put related vehicle papers in the wrong container...

I had to ask JB (car flipper) how to open the hatch and then how to lock it.

I went to church with John Wee and after we went out for fish and chips. John Wee, now known as Garbage Guts ate seven pieces of fish, plus chips.