How many true Christians does Houston, Texas have?

Texas residents of Houston voted in for an openly gay homosexual to be their mayor with only 16% of the voting population of 2.2 million exercising their right to vote.  Houston supposedly has 60,000 residents who considered themselves as homosexual. "I'm proud that the city of Houston has grown and matured" says the new mayor.

I just wondered in the huge city of Houston with 2.2 million residents--how many were true Christians?  Surely there were more than 152,000 (the 16%).  So the question comes to mind--where were the Christians?  Did they not care about the election?  Or do the thoughts of God ( something that is an abomination to God-- see Leviticus 18:22 ) have no importance to them because it is politically incorrect?  Who then is their new God?

Christians can make such a big difference in the culture but only if they want to.  It just seems so simple to understand that God wants us as citizens of this blessed land, who was formed with answered prayers by Him, that we would do our part as grateful citizens.  John Jay points out Providence has given us the right, but it is our duty to choose rulers according to His Word:

Exodus 18:21

Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness; and place such over them, to be rulers of thousands, and rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens:

Ezra 7:25

And thou, Ezra, after the wisdom of thy God, that is in thine hand, set magistrates and judges, which may judge all the people that are beyond the river, all such as know the laws of thy God; and teach ye them that know them not.

I think the Christians in Houston, Texas and all of us this nation have to look at ourselves in the mirror.  In these days, where people of this nation are hurting in so many ways--it is time to look at who is to blame.  I can't help but think of this scripture:

2 Chronicles 7:14

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

I think for everyone who thinks they are a Christian but do not perceive their vote matters--I hope they will have a talk with God "on their knees" (something George Washington did not mind doing for his nation) because they have been given much and yes, much is expected of them.  We were placed  on this city on a hill and what a privilege that is--surely we want it to continue to shine?  Houston, Texas is an example and unfortunately not for good but our God is a forgiving God--hope many will see the need to humble themselves and speak to Him from whom all blessings flow.  Maybe this Christmas is a good time to look at the true meaning of the manger--God has given us his all--what can we give in return?

Read article on Houston, Texas--16%

Phyllis Schlafly and David Barton--Standing In The Gap

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Hear an interview with Phyllis Schlafly of Eagle Forum and David Barton of Wallbuilders. The two have love for American history and values in common and stands in the gap for us. Hope you enjoy the show and please remember to pray for our nations leaders, our military and their families, our missionaries, the persecuted church and the families hurting in today's economy. And while we set aside gifts for our loved ones--let us remember to give gifts to the hurting here or abroad and our military. Our website www.cityonahill.tv has a very simple way to give thanks where xerox will print and mail a card with words you choose to our military. It doesn't even take 5 minutes to do--yet to someone who may not get a card it will mean a lot this Christmas. So Merry Christmas to you and your family and May God bless you and shine his face upon you.

Bankrupting Medicare To Pass Health Care Reform and Making A Stand

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On 12-4-09 podcast of City On A Hill Radio Show (broadcast on 12-5-09 12-1pm CT on 101.1 FM Enterprise, Al-also online) you will hear a clip from the hearing on Dec 2nd 2009 on Health Care Reform in Congress which gives you the bare bones as to how it will be funded--simply breathtaking.  Also hear an interview with Julie Collier of Allied Women, Sandra Cano of Doe v Bolton (the Supreme Court case that led to partial birth abortions) and Wanda McDonald of Christian American Patriots on FB (one of the new activists from this year's tea party .)  These women have one thing in common--they want to make a difference and they believe so can you.

Shine The Light on Climate Change Hoax and Bury Cap and Trade

Thank God and for those who have exposed the climate change e-mails.  Share these articles with everyone and discuss it as mainstream media would rather we didn't.  You can make a difference--let's all get informed.  Here are some great articles and be sure to contact your Congress (202) 224-3121 and let's tell them we want the truth to run this country and we can't afford to subscribe to more lies that will bankrupt our economy.  Please urge support of Sen. Inhofe's investigation!  Al gore's lies can no longer be tolerated along with others in the administration--truth exposed must be shared.  We will be doing interviews in the coming months on these e-mails and climate change.

British News to be applauded

FoxNews

 Investigation on Michael Mann by Penn State

A call for resignation of Prof Phil Jones (Prof title is a bad joke on the world)

Beginning

White House should have egg on their face

More Links added 12-1-09:

http://www.charlotteconservative.com/index.php/2009/11/nasa-lawsuit-over-climate-gate/

University of Arizona has two profs that should not be--Malcolm Hughes & Gary Funkhouser

Loads of info

12-2-09

Hearing by Select Committe on Climate Change--by select witnesses of one side only of course

Who Was Invited At The Hearing

The Obama Plan For Your Energy Bill As Mentioned Earlier in 4-09

Share The Truths About Thanksgiving--Before You Lose It All

"I don't want to stand before the Throne of Grace, in front of the LORD saying-- Lord, I know who you are. You've shown yourself to me and I know who you are but I was afraid to tell people. And I know of the truth about America but I was afraid to tell people."  Patriot Pastor Garrett Lear

If all of us had such a fear of God, we would turn this nation back on the right track.  The Founding Fathers left us a legacy and they wanted us to live in it.  But for too long, the enemy has turned the truths into lies and hid the true history from children for they are the future.  It has worked as today most Americans do not learn true history from their schools and have been like puppets on a string.  But the winds are changing and the winds of truth are blowing.  Hear the 11-28-09 show as the Patriot Pastor Garrett Lear will present to you the truths about Thanksgiving.  At the end is a special conversation between him and one key to our future.  We in this nation are so blessed--hear this and the truths we have been missing out on.  May you share this podcast and may it be a blessing to your family and friends.  Audio link...

Giving Thanks

I am so Thankful to God for the family and friends he has gifted me and for his awesome love that runs deep. I thank God he has allowed me to live in the land of the brave and home of the free where all things are possible through Christ who strengthens us.-I thank God for the many times He has turned my mourning into times of Praise!! How awesome is that --that the God of the Universe--of all Creation-- He cares for our need as "individuals" and wants a relationship with us! I know because my life is a testimony of his amazing Grace. Let 's Share CHRIST SO THEY TOO CAN HAVE JOY AND PEACE THAT PASSESS ALL UNDERSTANDING. May God bless you and shine his face upon you and yours.

Update on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 09:37AM by City On A Hill

Cathie B.  November 24 at 5:40pm

Thank you Lord for my healthy children and Grand-children. Thank you for sparing my son's life by 2 min. in the Slim Jim factory explosion. Thank you for all the answers to prayer, and the ideas you have given me to help our country. Cat

Update on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 09:38AM by City On A Hill

{A Poem for Thanksgiving and for all Time.}

The embers burned so softly, while the night convinced no companion to comfort him. He had been a weary traveler, looking for a place to rest his hungry shell, once a man. All the darkness could offer him was crumbs. Mankind had turned the other cheek, inside a heated and down- filled blanket that could not be for two.
Hiding by a once lit garbage can sleep came unwillingly. I had no knowledge of this hunger, while a chill ran across my legs, oblivious to any discomforts of a real sence. No explanation can be given to the phenomenan, could this be only a choice? NO. Desperation. As the embers crackled with a vengence, at a life slipping away. So the night turned it's lights down low, hiding from the traveler, behind the once lit garbage can, while he was pecked, and fed some crumbs from a world that did not want him.

Update on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 09:40AM by City On A Hill

Loree B. November 24 at 7:47pm   

I think about all the times that God has taken me thru: sickness, financial difficulties and lonliness, and it reminds me that His word never changes! He is not a man that He should lie! When I learned and then beleived that God really does hear me, I began to pray for others, and their needs as well. Now with understanding, and even on this upcoming Thanksgiving, with continued challenges of a physical nature as well as a bit of lonliness without any family around close by, I know God is my constant companion, and I am His friend. You see God created a people unto His own who were the Jews. Now with the completed promise of His son Jesus who came into the world to redeem us, save us, and love us with all our imperfections, and sins, we are free to now understand that we are always in His constant care. God wants us to be His friend and companion. We are always a people unto His own, Jew and Gentile alike. Come and celebrate the season of Thanksgiving with an understanding that the Lord is with you. Call upon His name. Give thanks with a grateful heart for the things He has done. Remember no matter how hard at times your situation may become, there is always someone out there who is hurting, hungry, and lonely. Perhaps it is time we looked to the God in each of us to reach others who need what we have. Perhaps if we would do this, even if it were for only one, every need of ours would be met, especially the one of spirit and truth. It is truely better to give than to recieve! Happy Thanksgiving!

Update on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 09:43AM by City On A Hill

Denise S. November 24 at 11:20pm

I give the Lord God thanks for my family, friends, my job, my salvation. I also give thanks for the men and women who are fighting for our freedom. WE should all be thankful for them. I am saved and I live in a free nation. THank you Lord Jesus for giving your only son so that I might live.

Update on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 09:44AM by City On A Hill

Laura D.  November 24 at 11:24pm

I have believed in Jesus Christ as the son of God and as the world's redeemer my whole life, but at around the age of 13 I put walls up around my heart and went my own way. I still prayed, sure, and fervently at that, but I didn't allow Him in to love me. I didn't think I was loveable...or worthy of such a love. My life became ... ... See MoreRead Moredefined by this anger, hopelessness, and self destructive lifestyle...until the Spring of 2004. I had had enough of the bitterness and empty promises of this world and I surrendered my life to Him...I layed it all down at the foot of the cross...and Jesus Himself gathered me up in His arms and I felt His love and forgiveness overwhelm me. I will never be the same and I will never be content until everyone I meet and love knows Him!

Update on Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 10:17PM by City On A Hill

Patricia H. November 26 at 10:09pm

God is such a blessing to the entire world. We have the sunlight, we have the air to breathe, food and water, we have clothing and shelter. This is not so for all of the world, but as Christians, we are to be light in the darkness and to care for the less fortunate. In doing so, we may have to go to war to stop the evil from spreading. In the early years of Israel, they were to kill all that was in the land before they inhabitated it. Israel failed to do that and even made allies with those God didn't instruct them to make covenants with...and paid the price. Why do we think we are not under the same laws. The old testament and new testament walks hand in hand. Jesus fullfilled the penalty of the law, but did not do away with the law. We must learn the Word for life and to be a light. God is so good to us.

We must be wearing our armor and head out to the battle upon us. It isn't in Afganistand or Iran or .... it is in our land, state, city, neighborhood or maybe our own home....we must destroy the evil in our midst...remove the tv, stereo, magazines...anything that will take you from God. We must save our children and our families....the blood on the lintel and door posts saved the children of Israel in the Exodus, but we need to place the blood upon the lintel and doorposts of our hearts.... it is war.
May His blessings be upon you.

Paying The Price For Political Correctness/Veteran's Day

Hear Mr. Wayne Wood, historian, former teacher, also a veteran speak about Ft. Hood.  Please visit our website www.cityonahill.tv for more info such as the video of a message from the Ft. Hood attacker. Also hear speech on Veterans Day from Mr John Eidsmoe who is a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel former Professor of Constitutional Law at the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery, Alabama.  He has authored 12 books, including Christianity & the Constitution, Columbus & Cortez, and the video series titled The Institute on the Constitution