Homosexual Agenda Takes Over America

As if the world we wake up to everyday lacks milestones to celebrate or stun us, another media milestone that recently took place and has caused everyone in America to either celebrate or get stunned to - is the "youngest ever same-sex kiss" on American prime time television between two 13-year old boys. The lip-locking between two unassuming boys on a prime time slot has sent shock waves to a traditional America - that sees it as foreboding to a precipitous national moral decline, while the gay communities are feeling over the moon for their "massive victory" - engineered by, ironically no less, a "family-friendly" network. The enemy has been successfully using the media as his most potent weapon -  to lead people away from the truth and salvation - and everything that has something to do with ungodliness and worldly passion - is now being glorified in media. 

If my memory serves me right, it all started when Obama declared support for same-sex marriage in May of 2009 - during his reelection campaign - that every moral fiber left in American society went downhill on a dizzying pace. Upon his reelection, the 'change' slogan he was pontificating about - indeed came into effect - at wholesale - and foremost of that 'change' was his striking dead of the DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) for its being 'unconstitutional'. What followed was a sudden surge in states legalizing same-sex marriage - now 36 in total - and continues to gain ground in traditionally conservative states. Since this landmark 'change' shifting in favor of same-sex marriage, tens of thousands of same-sex couples including well-known celebrities have already tied the knots.

One thing leads to another and there's no denying - the domino effect has been pervasively abrupt rather than gradual. Of course the rest of the world has its eyes on America and likes to emulate what pioneering America seeks to glorify. When gay celebrities (and politicians) throng chapels and city halls to tie the knot to loud cheers of their supporters, the dreams of other same-sex couples around the world to see the day of their own - are subsequently given a modicum of victory - though the chances of same-sex marriage getting legalized in their own countries range from high to nil.

Homosexualization in school

Every parent decides school is the safest place for his or her child - next to home - where children get to learn and are nurtured with good values so that they become productive citizens later in life. Unfortunately for present-day America, the very fundamental components for a strong values system every parent wishes for his or her child to possess - is now a wishful thinking, that is, if infiltration of public schools by the homosexual agenda is anything to go by. But there is not many choices for parents who cannot afford private schools for their children - whose innocence public school system threatens to rob - by exposing them and subjecting them to an overly-sexualized curricula put forth by the powerful homosexual agenda - that has a choke hold on virtually every American public institution. And this is where it gets really scary.

When the state-sanctioned homosexual agenda wield its tentacles on public school system, it's hardly surprising to hear outrageous stories - such as children as young as seven being taught to put condoms on bananas - in preparation for the real thing; or getting them used to hear the phrase "anal sex"; or getting small boys to participate in a dress and make up games to pretend they are girls; and brainwashing them that it's okay for them to choose their gender - and decide what gender they would eventually embrace (as if they're anatomically confused). Shocking as it may seem, yet these are not stories culled from fiction books - but are facts coming out straight from the bottomless pit - which the inhabitants of this earth will have to put up with - in this age when men glory at sheer evil and righteousness is called evil.

If one day, a star player of a high school varsity team wakes up and feels convinced he is trapped in a strange body - and gets encouraged by the level of 'maturity' from people around him - and decides to come out to a cacophony of loud cheers and praises from virtually everybody - and shows up in school in skirt and thick lipstick and subsequently demands he be allowed to use girls' bathroom - then school officials need not complicate things, but show "respect and acceptance" for there is no room for anyone getting hurt and marginalized. After all, their girls have been mature enough and are accepting of all humanity in the name of harmony. Is this not horrifying? So, most public schools are now compelled to make modification for their school bathrooms so that those males who want to identify themselves as females can readily use the girls' bathroom without fear of prejudice and discrimination. Of course, school officials will not be bothered at all by incidents of girls getting traumatized at the sight of unfamiliar anatomies in the formerly girls-only bathroom - if only to uphold "equality and human rights" for the privileged few.

If in times past, they chose the prettiest junior or senior to be their prom queen, today students themselves campaign hard and cheer for their newly-crowned prom queen who is a male. And who can afford to show 'intolerance' these days by denying a male person to be a queen?  And there is social media doing its part and flaunt strong support from all levels of society - and celebrating yet another milestone civilization has achieved - so is mainstream media stalking aggressively the "new breed of heroes" to get a first glimpse at their journey - and how through sheer "courage and determination" they were able to beat obstacles in life in order to make their dreams come true. Just wow! And what's next? Maybe a homosexual lobby to make certain Olympic events gender-neutral? And why not? Mind you, the 'rights' of LGBTs are well-protected by the UN more than any other minority group. Thanks to Barack Obama who has provided the impetus for evil to thrive and be called good, and good evil!

Homosexuality as the 'new human right'

It's not a passing fad that wanes after a time so that you shrug it off thinking it's actually fun and adventurous -  the homosexual agenda is getting more powerful and is aggressively being shoved down every one's throat. You don't belong in a free society if you make your stand against it, known. You'll be then labeled all sorts of names: bigot, homophobic, hater, intolerant and all kindred names imaginable.

Judging by the trend and the wind of change shifting heavily in their favor, the homosexual agenda may soon be conquering heights and territories - unthinkable to human civilization just a decade ago. There is no denying the fact, its influence over the American public school system to private institutions, from corporate to religious organizations, and from Hollywood to the White House, is beyond palpable. You do not oppose the homosexual agenda - it has the free world virtually in its claws.

Make no  mistake, the president of the freest democracy in the world Barack Hussein Obama loves to sing hallelujah for the gay community - whose members are some of his closest aides and confidantes - and whose interests influence his major policies in its favor. Though his resume states he is a 'Christian', this president makes no secret of his disgust for the Christian religion - at times quoting and taunting scriptures for its being "socially 'irrelevant".

This is easily what happens when you elect a president who is anti-Christian and pro-gay: you get your traditional marriage definition between a man and a woman redefined, you get to wake up every morning hearing news of Christians being dragged to court for upsetting homosexuals, and Christians folding up their businesses that existed for generations for refusing to give in to the demands of homosexual bullies; all because homosexuality is the new human rights. Embrace for human rights have unarguably come a long way since the era of segregation in America - its effect being reaped all across all levels of society - especially in schools, where definition of human rights have been completely redefined.

It is beyond comprehension that in most cities in the US, feeding the homeless is punishable by law and could land you in jail; and if you are a teacher and you give Bible to a student who asked you for it, you could get terminated for offending the feelings of the other students who are of different religion. Not so long ago, this was unthinkable to say the least, yet it is happening in present day America.

Today, people go about with their lives trying to feign acceptance of anything that used to be unacceptable - because society demands them to - for it is society also that rewards - them that are being accepting - to be accepted back, that is. If your opposition to gay marriage or gay relationship for that matter is publicly known, you don't expect the mob to keep its hands off you for your "intolerance, homophobia and bigotry". You are now labeled a "hater". The word itself has in fact morphed into something remotely parallel to its original definition - so that it suits their vagaries - while the world watches in sheepish approval of this travesty.

We have seen the drastic changes in the moral landscape of America in just over two years since Obama became president - and the rest of the world is fast catching up with its own - thanks to the consummate model - trailblazing America. People all the more become emboldened to emulate every 'in' thing America glorifies. Judging from the exploits the homosexual agenda has so far achieved, it seems the enemy the Devil has gained the upper hand in the battle for souls of those who are being misled and have chosen to rebel against God.

We would like to point out, it's never our intent to hurt or ridicule the individual homosexual, but we should be in sharp disagreement with the more radical elements of the movement. We must separate the individual living the homosexual lifestyle from the political movement associated with the so-called homosexual agenda, as these aspects are not necessarily one and the same. Scripture clearly commands God's people to love the individual and resist the ideology presented by the political agenda that seeks to abolish God's truth in human relationships and moral order. the effort to redefine the family, redefine marriage and the promotion of homosexual lifestyle in school, etc., are objectives with which we disagree. and we should fervently oppose them when the issues are raised. That does not make us hatemongers.

Why the Bible disapproves of Homosexual lifestyle

Many people would ask, "what's wrong with being gay, anyway"? Yes, people have their own sexual preferences and believe God made them the way they are. Today many people struggle with homosexual desires and get confused whether or not it's wrong and whether a person can really be free from it. Amid all the confusions from a wide array of 'answers' that emerge from experts' findings - it is necessary that in order to get to the unchanging truth - we need to look up to the Manufacture's manual - the Bible.

God has made each one of us in a special way, "custom designed" really. In fact, He holds the only patent on the human race. (Genesis 1:27) So if anyone knows how we're supposed to work the best...He does! And to show us the right way to live, He has given us the Bible - the most printed and read book in the world.

To keep us from destroying ourselves and each other, God set up certain laws. It's because He really cares about us that He did this. God isn't some kind of kill-joy trying to prevent anyone from having any fun, rather, His laws are to enable us to get the maximum out of life. His rules aren't a bunch of arbitrary "dos and don'ts" either. They all make total sense. God wants us to be filled with real happiness, and through the Bible He shows us the way to life, and the way to death.

God makes it clear that He never intended men and women to be homosexual, and He also makes it clear that those who practice these things cannot be at peace with Him or even at peace with themselves. Homosexuality is not an alternative style, rather it is a sin. He told us a long time ago... (Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13)

Because of God's great love towards us, He has given us these warnings for our own good and they must be obeyed even as we must obey the laws of the land or be punished. God has clearly spoken against the sin of homosexuality because it is contrary to His design for human reproduction and to protect people from disease. Man refuses God's Word because it's not what he wants to hear and as a result tragically reaps the consequences.

It's amazing how children  understand God better than most intellectuals and scholars do. One child recently asked "If men are married to men, how can they make babies?" It seems as though homosexuals forget that they are here alive as a result of sex between a man and a woman!

Jesus said that He came to bring us life. Remember, he's the One who designed you. He promises us that if we walk with Him, following His good directions and commands, we'll have real happiness and there will be peace in our hearts. But He also promises that if we think we know better, and push away from Him to follow our selfishness, the exact opposite will happen to us. The tremendous spread of disease among homosexuals and immoral straights would not exist if we listened to the instructions of God, which are for our protection, good and happiness.

In his letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul has prophesied of the perilous times that  will befall the world in the Last Days, and I believe that time is now. The media, the government, the religious and the academe, and all other entities - that consciously or unconsciously get inspiration from the enemy to destroy the lives of as many people as possible. The media and government being co-instruments of Satan to wreak havoc on spiritual and moral well-beings of people is as blatantly pernicious as it gets, but some Protestant groups at the forefront of promoting acceptance of homosexual lifestyle is beyond outrageous and a brazen rebellion against a holy God! We have been warned people! It's about time that we get ourselves in order to avoid the wrath of a loving and compassionate Creator.

The Gospel Of Bo Sanchez And Why 'Christians' Turn To Him

If you happen to be a Filipino and a social media habitue at that, you'd definitely agree the name Bo Sanchez is big and popular. In fact many people diligently follow his series of posts on facebook and get excited for his next - and his legions of followers love to share them on social media.  It's hard to not like the person. His name alone rings out positivity, optimism and good vibes - the very stuff that titillate almost everyone. His quotes are too powerful to ignore that many take them as source of encouragement - either to drive them to work harder so that they become rich and get wealthier like there is no limit - or to get them convinced that investing in stock market is one surefire way to becoming millionaires - and foremost from his tips is how to achieve a healthy body and healthy relationships. So, who would not like to take his words and share them with friends?

Bo Sanchez is a professional self-help speaker and confidently eloquent. He knows what his audience wants to hear - and that's easily understandable why he has millions of adoring fans. Few would argue that Bo Sanchez is the Joel Osteen of the Philippines - as both men identify themselves to be "ministers of hope" - to the poor, the downtrodden, the weak, and those with low self-esteem - except for one significant dissimilarity: Bo is a proud Catholic and lay minister for that matter, as opposed to Joel who professes to be a born-again believer and pastor to arguably the largest megachurch in America.

Now, what is wrong with being a fan of these two guys if it is the message they bring that gives 'hope' to the hopeless and 'healing' to the infirm? Ain't this what the world needs amid all the troubles that encumber us? There is absolutely nothing wrong with the message if it all points to the Lord Jesus Christ and the truth of His word. For non-believers such as Filipino Catholics, we can see the spontaneity of this sort of admiration and their getting drawn to the message of Bo Sanchez. But how about born-again believers who have developed fondness for this man for his feel-good message and ultimately get convinced it is God's plan for them to be rich and truly happy here on earth? Is it because they are just staking their claim to their Father's wealth as co-heirs to everything that was promised to them? If so, how about that?

Peddling prosperity-only message

In the Evangelical community, Joel Osteen is discerned to be a false teacher who has built for himself and his family an empire at the expense of the millions of gullible followers that took on his bait of prosperity on earth with an assurance that they could live their best life now. He and his wife make up a power couple in both the Evangelical and secular communities. They are the darlings of media and adored by Oprah - simply because - their faces alone beckon 'hope and optimism' - the one you don't expect to get in another half century of your existence - from the true preachers of the gospel. So the next time you see people get on a stampede on  any given Sunday to hear them speak at Lakewood church, it is because people are increasingly growing in desperation to hear their trademark message of promotion, healthy relationships, taking back what's rightfully yours, and discovering God's plan to send you to places you've never been (maybe cruising the Pacific, climbing atop Table Mountain or maybe scaling the frozen Niagara?). It's all sky is the limit, because "your Father is a big God who takes pleasure in smothering you with his blessings".

Bo Sanchez, on the other hand was a name raised from obscurity but gained cultic following only in recent years for his similar brand of gospel through his books and sermons. He has expanded his clout internationally targeting Filipino communities around the world through seminars and conferences that carry a monotone message on ways to unlocking prosperity, perfect health, healthy marriage, and tips on keeping a fat bank account, and all the positives you can ever imagine. So, it's not surprising at all that millions of Filipino Catholics (and non-Catholics alike) adore Bo Sanchez for the inspiration he has given them.

These two pretty much stick to their guns: always speak of the positives and never give chance on the negatives - and that's easily obvious why they both have maintained great following through the years and exponentially thriving. Speaking of the negatives, the topic of sin and being accountable for it - is a strange commodity frowned upon by their target audiences, not for its stressful and depressing effect, but because they were a departure from their usual fodder, hence do not feature in any of their sermons. Anything that does not help to ease up the burdens of the weary (such as guilt from sin)  - is a "deviation from their calling" - so they contend that they stay in their lane: to proclaim only what helps, eases and alleviates - and not to rebuke, admonish and condemn. But on the contrary, while the scriptures convey of God's everlasting love and mercy to man, it also condemns the unrepentant, the unbelieving and all other sorts of sin. The good news is: a person is free to take the path whichever he wishes. After all, at some point, he has heard the truth.

Leading by example: practices often sidestepped and overlooked in church

Sometimes, it is upsetting to see churches doing very little to nurture their congregants with spiritual food to bring them into spiritual maturity and discernment. What mostly occupy our time in church do not contribute in our spiritual growth. Congregants even spend longer time debating what menu to prepare on their thanksgiving day, family day, couple's day; what game to be played on sports day; practicing all day their special number to ensure success on anniversary. But mind you, all this time only John 3:16 and John 11:35 remain in their arsenal. They are not even taught the things written in Matthew 24 and have no clue whatsoever about the things to come written in Revelation - because the pastor promises it's difficult to understand so the flock goes on to lap on formula till they find themselves writhing in spiritual diarrhea.

I heard a story from a colleague who once attended a worship service in a church close to where he lives, and had a front row seat to a cringe-worthy sermon from a female pastor who said that "there must be something wrong with your faith if you remain poor despite having access to the throne of grace". Needless to say, roughly a third of those in attendance shrank in their seats for playing part of her own statistics of those who either fell short in the faith department - or became recipient of a curse for not surrendering their full tithes to church coffer. Now, that is a really disturbing concern within the body of Christ. Seriously, that's just some insanely flawed theology driven by man's hedonistic desire to obtain anything and everything for his own satisfaction - and we are talking here of Christians - not some atheists or capitalists.

Few years ago, after I rededicated my life to the Lord Jesus Christ, I had a privilege to enroll in a discipleship class where church members such as pastors, elders and even new believers from different local churches can be your classmates. One night after class, our class president (who was a preacher and elder) drove the five of us to a certain place where we initially thought we were in for a treat (I already had in mind what to order). But to our surprise, we were herded to a dark room where powerpoint presentation of some sort greeted us. (He then suggested "God gave us the privilege to act out on our faith because faith without action is dead. And it is God's plan to prosper us if we act out on our faith." Really?) We were then given forms to fill out and compelled to register in some networking business at his behest. Sure, he footed the registration fee as we were automatically registered to be his downline, but there is nothing worse than feeling violated for being put in a situation where we could not refuse. That moment we were like sheep awaiting slaughter. It was a travesty knowing we were better off as messenger of the gospel rather than some aloe vera salesman aiming to exceed his quota so that he could qualify for unrealistic perks promised to him.  But it didn't take long for one of us to muster a nerve, and called a spade a spade. And what used to be a great camaraderie had never been the same again - thanks to a distorted concept of prosperity.

These kind of stuff being taught in church and exemplified by many including elders are only one of many reasons why a lot of Christians gravitate toward the lure of earthly prosperity. That being said, they develop a thought pattern that Christians are not only guaranteed pompous welcome to the pearly gates but also a life of abundance and happiness on earth. Personally, this enlightens me a bit why a lot of Christians are into online networking slash pyramiding on facebook - it's because they thought the sky is the limit if they work out on their faith. And the strange thing is, you're grasping for any hint if this certain brother or sister is still the same person you meet at church for they sound very different on facebook. They would even taunt their critics and shrug off counsel from other Christians - all for prosperity's sake. You will even see how worldly their  goals have become by misusing the verse Jeremiah 29:11 as caption beside pictures of their colleagues waving bundles of cash. Meanwhile, their pastors are into prolonged  slumber for fear their precious sheep cum online entrepreneur might quit his/her ministry if admonished.

Contentment and humility is greater than  earthly prosperity

It is disheartening to even imagine Christians who are most visible in church can easily fall into a trap of earthly prosperity - and get entangled unconsciously in greed - while forgetting that the Jesus whom they claim to be their Lord and Savior was a perfect example of contentment and humility. Whatever happened to John's admonition of "being friend with the world is enmity with God"? Has the teachings in church evolved with time to keep the flock laying still in pews? Have church leaders realized that feeding their flock with meat has contributed to their dwindling number so that a revert to their familiar diet comes naturally as the next practical thing to do? Why a lot of our Christian brothers still religiously follow and get comfort from the advice of prosperity preachers such as Bo Sanchez and Joel Osteen? And why not find comfort to the truth of the gospel that whoever wants to be a disciple of Jesus must take up his own cross daily and follow Him? Last time I checked, Jesus did not promise a mansion on earth but in heaven. Why Christians do not pray for contentment and humility just like Agur who only prayed for his daily bread for fear He would forget the Lord if he would be given more than he needs (Proverbs 30:8)?

If a Christian does not see anything hideous with following prosperity preachers rather than following the example of Jesus, then it should be a major concern within the body of Christ. The enemy will have every reason to boast that his ancient tactic - though perennially exposed - is still his favorite weapon against Christians - and we seem to be oblivious it's wreaking havoc in the spirit realm. Besides, prosperity gospel puts on subtle nuances when juxtaposed with a Christian's claim on inheritance of God's favor and blessings (Psalms 5:12). And who would know the difference between what is right and almost right unless he is given discernment?

On the contrary, who might know the difference between a trap (from Satan) and a rightful claim (to God's favor) when both share resemblance with one another? However, a true disciple of Jesus Christ will always be equipped by the Holy Spirit with discernment and heavenly wisdom. Whereas, an undiscerning Christian does not seem to be troubled at all even if he is being gradually led away from the presence of God by his priorities (to obtain earthly prosperity). That's why the pop culture called prosperity gospel is an ever-thriving and classic weapon used by the enemy to keep Christians at bay from the presence of God. And all along, they believe they are in the right path - so long as they are warming the pews on Sundays.

The truly prosperous ones

Having been privileged to listen to 'amazing people' such as Joel and Bo to whom we credit for making our day for their wonderful words, who else would want to hear about people getting burned alive in cages, Christians beheaded en masse, babies cut in two, 12-year old girls being raped by dozens of ISIS men on a daily basis, and fellow Christians being burned alive and hacked to death in their thousands in Nigeria? The world is quickly rotting away before our very eyes, its moral decadence beyond repair, man's compassion for his kind in steep decline, selfishness abounds, people run to and fro to obtain what satisfies them - and so are Christians' spiritual perspective blurred by worldly priorities and therefore being oblivious to the sufferings of the humankind. How many times we Christians dropped to our knees and interceded for our Christian brothers and sisters who are being systematically murdered on a daily basis because of their faith? Or are we just too preoccupied petitioning God to grant us that long overdue promotion so that we could travel to places we've never been and live our best life now?

Clearly, those that are not born-again believers do not comprehend the true meaning of prosperity that Jesus wants us to aim for, but through the help of the Holy Spirit, true born-again believers are equipped with wisdom and understanding to comprehend what true prosperity is all about. The Bible is replete with people who completely grasped the essence of true prosperity: Stephen, Paul and Silas, Peter, James, John the Beloved - and many other early Christians who either got beheaded, sawn in two, fed to lions, among other gruesome methods of death; and even Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. They all understood what prosperity meant, and they never blinked in order to obtain it - and we know what these men had to go through! Unfortunately in this age, Christians get in their droves, chasing their earthly dreams in the prosperity gospel their favorite preachers feed them. But when the time of reckoning comes, will we be given a platform to speak in our defense before a holy and righteous God? It's for us Christians to redeem the time. And time is not of abundance.