"Am I my brothers or sisters keeper" - Your Answer?

 

                                                        "Am I my brothers or sisters keeper" 

 

             Your thoughts or answer?

                                                               

 

 

• Scripture Reference: In Genesis 4:9 KJV, Cain replies to God: "I know not: Am I my brother's keeper?"

 Cite: https://www.goodsalt.com/cain-and-abel-prcas0625

Season of Lent 2026 - Offense

Lent Season is here - Wed, Feb 18, 2026 – Thu, Apr 2, 2026

What are you giving up during lent 2026?

 Matthew 16:23

 “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; you do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns.”

 

Song of the Season: "God Turn it Around"

https://youtu.be/h7-IAFogxcM?si=GwyloGoPFlaJ4y40

 "God, Turn It Around" is a popular contemporary Christian song written by Jon Reddick, Anthony Skinner, and Jess Cates. 

Speak up and out anyway

                                                      

                                                           Speak up and out anyway!!

                                                               Move forward on faith! 

                                     

Prayer for Family, Partners & Couples

 

"Dear Heavenly Father,

We come to You seeking healing and restoration after this conflict. We ask that You soften our hearts and help us to lay down our pride, resentment, and anger. Please forgive us for the harsh words spoken and the ways we have hurt each other. 

Lord, guide us to listen to understand, rather than to defend. Give us the humility to admit our faults and the grace to truly forgive each other, just as You have forgiven us. 

Strengthen our bond and remind us of the love that brought us together. Help us to learn from this disagreement and to grow closer to You and to each other. May Your peace, which transcends all understanding, fill our home. 

In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen."

Cite:https://www.facebook.com/groups/themarriage/posts/2630281293968485/ 

Do not allow It to happen

 
                                                            "Do not allow It to happen" 

                                                       

Artist unknown. If you know posts are open…

St. Claire of Assisi Prayer

​"With swift pace, light step and unswerving feet, so that even your steps stir up no dust, Go forward, the spirit of our God has called you.  ‘ citation provided later ..)

A common phrase in many congretaions; researching it was originated from this Saint of old. Let us new 'saints repsects and buldu pon teh lagcy" Poetry it might be but powerful prayers of faith first.

St. Clare's Final Blessing (Blessing of Peace)

"May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He show his face to you and be merciful to you. May He turn his countenance to you and give you peace."

Time banking Vs Flea Markets - 2nd Economy

 Leaders are discussing bringing information back on time banking. First impression is that Outdoor markets etc are nothing new….second economy ideas …on the up and up.

Christmas Performance Update.

​Risking sounding ‘fufu’ the Sunday before Christmas I had the upmost pleasure of being invited to perform musically behind the pulpit at North Bay Community Church- Clearwater,FL. The Orchestra and Old school choir in addition to its two Directors and 2 moderators pulled it off with only 1 rehersal. What helped me stay within the service mindfully and performance was 3 points (a pyramid if you will) the young cellist who stepped up to join us while being a Freshman in H.S. , the piano player and the vibrations emitting from my personal string bass. Matter of fact having no embarrassment my hands were not shaking but allowing those tones to vertebrate naturally. Will add a caption later. Blessings this holiday season !!

Spanish; Varying ways to say okay

Mantra: Peace, communication and love.

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"You can say "okay" in Spanish in many ways, depending on context and region, with common options including Vale (Spain), De acuerdo (agreement), Está bien (it's fine/good), Claro (of course), Dale (Latin America/let's do it), Perfecto, and even the English loanword OK or Okey, plus informal regional slang like Órale (Mexico) or Chevere (Peru/enthusiasm). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6] 

Common & General 

• ¡Vale! (Spain) - "Okay," "alright," "sounds good". 
• De acuerdo - "Agreed," "all right". 
• Está bien - "It's fine," "that's okay," "all good". 
• Bueno - "Good," "fine," "right". 
• Claro - "Of course," "sure". 
• Perfecto - "Perfect," "great". [1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 9] 

Informal & Regional 

• Dale / Sale - "Okay," "go for it," "deal" (common in Argentina, Mexico, Colombia). 
• Órale - "Okay," "cool," "let's do it" (Mexico). 
• Hágale / Hágamosle - "Let's do it" (Colombia). 
• Jalo - "I'm in" (Mexico). 
• Ya quedó - "It's set," "done" (Mexico). 
• Chevere - "Cool," "great," "awesome" (Peru, Venezuela). 
• De una - "Right away," "sure thing" (Argentina, Colombia). [2, 3, 6, 10, 11] 

For "It's Okay" (Reassurance) 

• No pasa nada - "Nothing happens," "no worries". 
• No hay problema - "No problem". 
• Tranquilo/a - "Calm down," "take it easy". [4] 

Quick Agreement 

• Sí - "Yes". 
• Mmm, okay - Using the English word directly, understood by most. [11] "

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://www.quora.com/How-do-you-say-okay-in-Spanish

[2] https://springlanguages.com/learn-spanish/ok-in-spanish/

[3] https://www.reddit.com/r/SpanishAIlines/comments/1oex5fq/lots_of_different_ways_to_say_ok_in_spanish/

[4] https://quillbot.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions/how-do-you-say-its-okay-in-spanish/

[5] https://brightreplies.com/say-ok-in-spanish/

[6] https://www.amautaspanish.com/blog/peruvian-spanish-many-translations-word-ok/

[7] https://www.reddit.com/r/Spanish/comments/1auc1cl/how_do_you_say_okay_in_a_neutral_way_in_spanish/

[8] https://www.spanishdict.com/translate/okay

[9] https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5PwoW2TrKpk

[10] https://www.spanishtomind.com/how-to-say-okay-in-spanish-the-colombian-way/

[11] https://www.reddit.com/r/Spanish/comments/159dydh/what_is_the_simplest_way_to_say_ok_or_gotcha/

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Maverick City Music: Tiny Desk Concert - Christmas Season!

If the only ministry resides in one place the mission is defeated; We do not deal with Defeatism(s). 

Deciding on a our Angel Tree gift/contribution this season. And you know what; this small family is broke. Supporting this young lady anyhow. Be blessed world!

The Prayer of the Woods (Oración del Bosque)

 

The Prayer of the Woods (Oración del Bosque) 

The poem is often found on signs in forest trails and is attributed to an old Portuguese folk tradition, with a well-known version written by Alberto de Veiga Simões in 1914.

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In English

I am the heat of your hearth on the cold winter nights,123

The friendly shade screening you from the summer sun,456

And my fruits are refreshing draughts quenching your thirst as you journey on.789

I am the beam that holds your house,101112

The board of your table, the bed on which you13 lie,1415

And the timber that builds your boat.1617

I am the handle of your hoe,1819

The door of your homestead,2021

The22 wood of your cradle, and the shell of your coffin.23

I am the bread of kindness and the flower of beau24ty.

Ye who pass by, listen to my prayer:

Harm me not.

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En Español (In Spanish)

Yo soy el calor de vuestro hogar en las frías noches de invierno;

la sombra amiga que os protege contra el sol del estío;

y mis frutos son bocados que os quitan la sed en vuestro camino.

Yo soy la viga que soporta vuestra casa,

la tabla de vuestra mesa, la cama en que descansáis,

y la madera con que construís vuestro barco.

Yo soy el mango de vuestra azada,

la puerta de vuestra morada,

la madera de vuestra cuna, y la tapa de vuestro ataúd.

Yo soy el pan de la bondad y la flor de la belleza.

¡Caminante, óyeme y atiende mi súplica!:

No me causes daño.

"Written by first written down in 1914 by Alberto de Veiga Simões. A Portuguese poet

Google AI Overview

Matthew 19:6 and Mark 10:9

                                  "What God brought together let no one tear asunder" 

                         Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.

                                                           Mark 10:9

A tradition verse in relation to marriage; but this is the question? Does is also apply to friendship, partnership, business, GLBTQIA Plus marriages, and community coalitions?

Image Citation: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/155303888165491838/

Luke 19:40 - Let us not be silent

                    Luke 19:40 "I tell you, "he replied. "if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out."

                   ELECTION Day is no time to be silent. Get yourself out and vote at a minimum!!!

Image Source: https://medialibrary.cloversites.com/assets/rocks-powerpoint-sermon-230866

The Need to be Heard /La necesidad de ser escuchado

 

The Need to be Heard /La necesidad de ser escuchado   

The Need to be Heard. Oprah Winfrey (a leader I admire especially in the movie color purple which she started in before becoming form her talk show) says her religion is gratitude; this concept is an idea in my 40s have just received insight was a thing. Choose peace ahead of always needing to be right. 

   My take on this however is everyone required to express gratitude & gratefulness the same way or even verbally. I think not....

Stay Close

   Respecting to the others who do believe in God, but the notion or luxury of denying 'faith' is not ours......in the words of a respected elder....."if you don't stand for something you will fall for anything" (Malcolm X). Not to offend the bright side is that so many believe there are many towards the same light. It is scientifically and historically true in past epochs how so much lined up during the same time period. This history, facts, archeology etc in themselves are no coincidence(s). 

   An old friend (an ordained Buddhist monk) made a statements to me years ago which he could just as much posed as question, the compass is now readjusting not just form myself but the global community of mankind: "you are so far away from the church".

Advice for Leaders: Listen, Learn, Love, Observe, then Lead.

Image Citation: https://www.blackartdepot.com/products/angel-of-love-magnet-buena-johnson

https://www.azquotes.com/quote/184516

Inspiration: Luke 22:54-62

Revised St. Francis Prayer - Reposting

 Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. 

Where there is hatred, let me bring love.

Where there is offense, let me bring innocence.

Where there is conflict & drama, let me bring unity.

Where there is error, let me bring truth.

    Where there is doubt & indecision, let us bring faith.

Where there is pain, let us bring healing.

Where there is darkness, let us bring light.

Where there is sadness, let us bring joy.

    O Lord, grant I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console

to be understood as to understand,

to be loved as to love,

for it is in forgiving that one is forgiven

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned

it is in accepting Jesus, the Christ that

 one awakens to a new eternal life.

Amen.

You allowed it to happen: Regarding stealing & thieves

 WE have traveled most of the country not yet driving to the North West nor visiting Alaska even though working up there was a consideration of mine when hard pressed to land an entry level job within the civil service. I humorously told wise Mom of my thoughts; she didn't object haha. From Florida to D.C. to Missouri to Wisconsin then all the way to California and a lone trip by to New Orleans, LA (the later trip perhaps carried on the wings of angels). Not mentioning which state, recalling a discussing an item being stolen when talking to a close to 'stranger' or haha relation their response was "well you allowed it to happen". I do not understand the mentality of a thief, however a biblical verse comes to mind (Exodus 20: 15). Such incidence might occur unintentionally. Mantra: Peace, love, consistency and faith. (Arch Angel Michael of Protection image below) - A.T. Yoda Brooks

                                                                             Exodus 20: 15

                                                                 "You shall not steal."

Image Cite: https://share.google/images/H8pi2O0xmWGRa0WSr

A Christian Learning Buddhist Teachings: No Expert Thich Nhat Hanh

 "The user is asking about Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk who popularized "engaged Buddhism" and influenced many, including Silicon Valley companies. His teachings emphasize applying Buddhist principles like mindfulness and compassion to social and political issues. This includes his anti-war activism during the Vietnam War, which led to him being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King Jr."

• "Buddhist": Refers to the tradition and teachings of Buddhism.
• "Techna": Likely a misspelling of "Thich Nhat Hanh," the Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk who is the subject of the search query.
• "Hun": A possible misspelling of "Hanh". 

Key aspects of Thich Nhat Hanh's work:

• Engaged Buddhism: He coined the term in 1967 to describe applying Buddhist ethics to social and political issues, such as the Vietnam War.
• Peace Activism: He was an influential peace activist who advocated for non-violence and reconciliation during the Vietnam War. His work led to his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize.
• Mindfulness: His teachings focused on the practical application of mindfulness and meditation to live in the present moment and cultivate inner peace.
• Influence: He has had a profound influence on spiritual leaders and tech companies, who have embraced his teachings on mindfulness and stress reduction.
• Legacy: He founded the Plum Village tradition and has left a legacy of hundreds of books translated into many languages. "

Source: AI generated. 

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We Need Not Engage With bull Shit nor Baloney

Simply do not engage with bull shit. Put God first before all things. There is a community I am allied with, support, pray for and when money is right contribute too. Discrimination and false judgment is rampant even within our groups which seek to do good. We must fight against this spirit which forbid leads down the path of not just perdition but racism.  With the knowledge the battle has been won in the favor of believers in God. Peace, love and unity - A. T. Yoda Brooks

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