Phil 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. I had a friend send this to me this morning when I was preparing to write the February Blog. As I read through Philippians the following hit home with me and life in general.

Phil 4:12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.

No matter what our past, present, or future situation(s) hold, it is contentment through a relationship with Jesus Christ that one must development to sustain their leadership role for their families.

This does not mean God wants us to sit back and accept the negative effects of the economy, as God commanded Adam to tend and work the the Garden in Genesis 2:15. Therefore, let us continue to seek God's guidance, work hard, and be content in knowing that God controls all.

The light and hope of tomorrow is only one sunrise away!!!

Aristopher

And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

Luke 2:1

In our time of continued economic frustration, not recovery, taxation continues throughout history to determine business investment decisions. The New Year brings forth another time of decision for our political leaders in the area of taxation. It should be noted that our leaders need to make decisions that correct our short term tragedies, but for once is attached to a long term positive correction plan.

I believe we have followed the verse to tax all the world, but is the proportion within this system fair, equitable, and financially successful for our society?

“First, have a definite, clear practical ideal; a goal, an objective. Second, have the necessary means to achieve your ends; wisdom, money, materials, and methods. Third, adjust all your means to that end.”

Aristotle

“I, however, place economy among the first and most important republican virtues, and public debt as the greatest of the dangers to be feared.”

Thomas Jefferson

“Did you ever think that making a speech on economics is a lot like pissing down your leg? It seems hot to you, but it never does to anyone else.”

Lyndon B. Johnson

“There are no such things as limits to growth, because there are no limits to the human capacity for intelligence, imagination, and wonder”

Ronald Reagan

Political revolutions also spring from a disproportionate increase in any part of the state.

2005, Jowett