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There is pervasive confusion among many modern evangelical churches—especially those that are charismatic—regarding Satan's activities and operations.
Modern worship anthems that are focused on spiritual warfare tell Christians to go to "the enemy's camp" and take "back what he stole" from them. Prayers are offered up to put hedges around believers. Furthermore, it is widely thought that the louder and more fervent the prayer, the more effective it is for binding Satan. But is this really the true role of Christians in the realm of spiritual warfare?
In the following audio, John MacArthur shares from his own experiences with bizarre spiritual warfare and provides valuable biblical insight into how Christians should, and should not, respond to the satanic realm.
The Strange Fire conference will provide much-needed clarity and correction to the mass confusion on the evangelical landscape regarding spiritual warfare. For more information about Strange Fire, please visit the conference website.
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The part that I don't agree with John MacArthur is when he says that some things only belong to Apostles and earlier church but not for us. Where in the Word does it say that? We have to be scriptural here! Just because you don't experience it does not mean that it does not belong to us. Signs and wonders are part of the last day signs according to Acts 2:17 and Mark 16:15-18.
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I attend an AG church and always had concerns with the lyrics to the song "The Enemy's Camp" whenever the worship team played it (this was the Holy Spirit). I support Dr. MacArthur and appreciate the clarity of his teaching. There are issues with the charismatic movement that need to be addressed and I am grateful for the willingness of the teachers at the Strange Fire conference to speak on these topics. First Corinthians 14:33 states: "For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints." As John mentioned in a previous blog, there are folks that attend Pentecostal churches that love Jesus, and I am one of them.
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Praise the LORD, Jim B. Your post reminds me of a couple of verses from the book of James: "But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy. And the seed whose fruit is righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace." Praise the LORD!
I am grateful for this post and the Strange Fire conference. I wish I could attend but cannot. I am praying for it and the speakers. This is an incredibly important issue to be addressed within Christendom. This post speaks the truth. I have not personally heard anyone pronounce a binding or cursing upon Satan himself. But in my own church where I am Associate Pastor I hear some people pray to God and request that God bind Satan. They usually request this as we are beginning a ministry/outreach effort or a new class, etc. I suppose this is not the same level as what Dr. MacArthur is referring to in this blog but it still seems strange to me even sometimes.
Any thoughts about the validity of believers praying 'to God' not Satan about binding Satan? Is this appropriate?
My thoughts initially are that believers should pray for themselves and others that God reveal to them where they be lacking in their 'armor' to be personally prepared spiritually to 'defend' against Satan's attacks.
John MacArthur taught an excellent message on the last few verses of Mark, including the ones you mentioned above. You can watch or listen to it here: http://www.gty.org/resources/sermons/41-85/the-fitting-end-to-marks-gospel
I will respectfully disagree with JM on the ending of Mark. Anyone truly interested on the subject should read "The Last Twelve Verses of Mark" by Dean John William Burgon.
That being said, I do believe that the verses Nathan mentioned were fulfilled in the first century AD, just read the whole book of Acts, you will see the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy and the signs in the end of Mark fulfilled in the apostles' time.
When I was in the charismatic movement we were told to 'bind satan', we were told to do this for practically everything. If I was sick I was told I was not in the faith and that I must bind satan off of my healing. If I was depressed or spoke any negative word about anything I was told satan would hear that and I would miss out on blessings. I ended up becoming extremely superstitious and paranoid, and feared even praying out loud in case the devil got a hold of it. This was robbing me of all of my joy and happiness in The Lord because my mind ended up focused on satan and not on God. This is one of the many reasons I am so respectful of John MaCarthurs teachings because he is sound in the word and doesn't twist the Prescious Word of God to mean what it doesn't. The charismatic movement takes God hostage to His Word.
Brother Jeremiah,
While the link to Pastor John's message on the final verses of Mark is compelling to omit those verses of text from scripture, it certainly is not a definitive argument about the "end" to miraculous signs performed here on earth.
The fact is that there is no definitive evidence in the Word of God that anything supernatural experienced in the Book of Acts could not be performed today.
Like Kelly W, I was in the charismatic movement at the beginning of my christian journey for nearly 10 years. The teacings were similar to her sharing in which we were taught to bind everything from rebuking sickness to binding satan and cursing poverty. It was JM's teaching that helped me see the truth and set me free from this movement and its doctrine. I can understand where Nathan T is coming from. How I wished all the claims in charismatic movement were true. It will really be "awesome" if believers could bind satan and render him powerless, heal all sicknesses, raise the dead etc. However, we can't argue with the facts. If signs and wonders are for today, they should happen as an everyday occurance in the church. I mean at least in charismatic churches that preached this doctrine. On the contrary, I have seen preachers fall into sins (charismatic and none charismatic) instead of being victorious over satan. I have great respect for JM for his life testimony and his integrity in the ministry. He has been my bible teacher now for almost 20 years. I still attend a local church but no one preaches and teaches the bible like him. How I wished I could attend Grace Community Church and be a part of this family.
Is not binding Satan different from casting out demons? Did Jesus not bind Satan when he took the keys of death and hell? And concerning evil spirits, what then should a minister do when a demon is present? Should he not call upon the name of the Lord to cast it out so the man or woman can be freed? Casting out demons is one of the signs of a believer (Mark 16:17), and while some probably believe that the time for such a sign is gone, where is that found in scripture? Demons still oppress people, so why would God stop the gifts and signs needed to deal with them? And can one really compare the Saints of God--with the indwelling Holy Spirit--to the Seven Sons of Sceva who were not in Christ to begin with?
For years I struggled with the idea "am I really saved?" because my mother in law kept informing me I had not been baptized in the Holy Spirit. I used to come home crying all the time after that, mostly silently inside rather then let my husband know how much pain I was feeling. He grew up in an AG church. I grew up Episcopal. But both of us had walked away from our faith. Eventually, we both came to the Lord embracing his Salvation. My husband began to study deeply the word and the studies of John MacArthur, looking for any books at yardsales that he could pour over. Mean while my mother in law kept telling me I needed to be Baptized by the Holy Spirit and be slain in the Spirit and let the tongues pour out. I got caught up in that and created confusion with my family. Patiently my husband guided me and I always went to him for advice and questions. I never did speak in tongues. I have never been able to say "Thank you Holy Spirit for telling me this and then correct someone for minor things." My mother in law did that all the time and how do you question someone who claims to speak from the Holy Spirit. We live in a town where there are 3 churches in town that speak in tongues, slay in the Spirit and many more. The only other Church in town is a mainline denomination that supports worldly ideas within it's church. Outside of town is a Baptist Church, and several more but they are outside of our town on the major express ways. Places for a Bible believing church is not in town and those of us who lost their cars or have no cars to take them to a Bible believing church are left with the strange fire type worship or mainline philosophy that is equally as dangerous. I am praying for a pastor to come into town and establish somewhere a place of true Biblical teaching like that of John MacArthur PLEASE pray as well. Through the lessons of John MacArthur along these lines I know now that just because I do not speak in tongues or have divine messages to interpret I am not lost. I struggled thinking I was not Christian enough, I was not good enough to be given the gifts of speaking in tongues, prophetic messages, and being slain in the Spirit. I tried so hard to be good enough until I was completely miserable. The studies on this type of worship helped me to release that burden of feeling not good enough for God. I continue to listen to the programs on Grace to You, in fact my 11 and 9 year old listen as well every morning before we read the Bible. I wish I or my husband could attend this conference, but we will pray for all that are attending and those that are leading. Thank you for your program on the radio and on the internet.
My husband and his family are Pentecostals. This one particular church is extremely stagnant. They have no Sunday school, no Bible study groups for men/women/children, no discipleship activities, nothing. It's a 45min sermon three times a week about whataver the pastor feels like talking about at the time, either about the Bible or some personal opinion of something on his mind.
I heard one of their evangelists, that holds a PhD in something from a Baptist seminary, say: "I had to turn this guy upside down the other day so he'd get the Holy Ghost". How absurd is that? They believe only those who speak in togues are saved. Sometimes I have no idea where the words come from and wonder if they really praise God.
One thing that I do like about Pentecostals is their emphasis on Christian living, differentiation, and adoration. I think other denominations should learn from them in this regard.
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Could someone explain to me why Pentecostals have a problem with the word Trinity? They think trinity means three gods. I never heard such thing until I stepped in a Pentecostal church.
I've read about the form of modalism in Jehova's Witness and Mormons on one of RC Sproul books. How do the Pentecostals differentiate themselves from JW, Mormons, and Muslims on this? Do they think God is not Ommipresent?
If they read Romans 8, for example, they would see the mentioning of God, the Holy Spirit, and Jesus, sometimes in the same paragraph. How can they deny the God in three persons?
@ Elaine (14)
That which you refer to is the "Oneness Pentecostalism" movement and not the theology of most major Pentecostal churches. Assemblies of God, Church of God, 4 Square and most non-denominational Pentecostal churches believe in the Trinity.
Oneness also teaches the doctrine that water baptism and baptism in the Holy Spirit are necessary for salvation. These are also false doctrines that the majority of Pentecostal churches do not teach.
Eliane (#14):
I think you are confusing garden-variety Pentecostals with "Oneness Pentecostals", who are non-Trinitarian. Many Pentecostals are Trinitarian, at least confessionally.
There's no need for people to become divisive over certain elements of doctrine. What we need to do as Christians is to serve God and keep a intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Believing whether miracles can be performed today as they were in the time of the Apostles bears no significance on the salvation of one's soul. How does knowing that impact the love you have for Jesus Christ?
Follow the commandments, obey Jesus Christ as LORD & SAVIOR. People are missing the entire point by getting boggled down and distracted by minor doctrinal issues. Believing in miracles occurring today or not will not bring the wrath of God upon you. We have to keep our eyes focused on Christ and not these other things. If anyone needs a miracle to validate his or her belief in Christ then he or she is not a Christian. Miracles in the Bible when you examine the rate at which each was done was never done flippantly. Miracles were delegated by the Holy Spirit for a specific time and purpose. That is what I believe when I examine the entire context of the Bible. If anyone believes differently its okay. What matters is that Christians are under the one true Church of Christ and remove themselves from all of these nonsensical denominations that worship God in spirit but DO NOT worship God in truth. God in the Bible left requisites for worship. We as people abandon it and decide to worship God the way we want to.
People still believe they are Christians and have NEVER been baptized. People go to churches where the breaking of the bread and the drinking of the wine isn't done on the Lord's day. People swear their allegiance to traditions from a particular church that call themselves a Christian church. Music with instruments are played and contemporary churches sound more like concerts than true worship to the one and only living God. Those components are more important than wondering whether miracles were still as frequent today as they were with the Apostles.
Baptist, Methodists, Episcopalian, Roman Catholicism, Lutheran....etc. All of these churches are not the true Church of Christ. The church of God is founded on Christ not Baptist, Methodists, Episcopalian, Roman Catholicism, Lutheran....etc. Man made traditions that don't fall in line with Christ end up worship God in spirit but NOT IN TRUTH.
Hallelujah to Kelly W
My sentiments exactly. Upon really seeking the Lord for truth and my own personal study of the Scriptures, I've found so many misinterpretations of passages that are so clear upon the first reading that I find myself while in morning worship service(in a charismatic church) wondering how much more I can stomach. I'm not the most intelligent person alive, yet the Scriptures seem to be clear on so much at first reading. I realize that as a believer, I am to submit to God, resist the devil and he will flee. I'm trusting the Lord to help me find a church where the Word of God is esteemed for the preciousness that it is. I'm praying for my pastors, and my sisters and brothers at the church where I am currently a member and have been for over 20 years to open eyes, hearts and minds to what the Author of His Word has said and to contend for that faith that was once and for all delivered to the saints.
O, Lord - I recently married and my husband goes to this church that believes in One Godhead. The United Pentecostal Church (UPC) also believes the same way. His church is separated from the UPC, but still is a Pentecostal Church. I think World Pentecostal. I didn't know all this doctrine differences prior to the marriage although I liked their preaching. He says he's born again Christian, is a great husband, obeys God's principles. Did I marry a member of a sect?
Thank you Pastor MacArthur for all your work defending the gospel. Your ministry has had a tremendous, positive impact on my Christian life.
I attend a Pentecostal church where they are always binding the devil or "taking authority" over him. Recently, the Pastor organized a ministers retreat. The men were not permitted to go home beginning Friday night through Saturday at 3 am, although women could leave for short periods of time and return. During that time they prayed and preached. A woman pastor also preached. The theme of this retreat was "Fire must Fall!" A few things which disturbed me was I noticed the pastor frequently referred to the ministers in the church as "my ministers." But what really caused me alarm was when the Pastor told everyone to bring out the dirt they had collected. Apparently, the pastor had directed the people to go outside and collect dirt, especially from a location that they wanted to "take authority over." The pastor gave them several prayer points to pray while touching the dirt. If your spouse was present, you were instructed to touch your dirt together while praying the prayer points. The pastor's brother, who is also a pastor ordained by none other than the subject pastor, was rubbing his toddler's feet in his dirt and praying ,"You will not suffer in this land." Anyways, the prayer points, as directed by the Pastor were, "I will not work hard in this land, the land will yield increase for me, my family and I will prosper in this land, every power working against my destiny in this land must bow, in the name of Jesus, etc., etc. I was both astonished and grieved by all of this. They also prayed that "the fire of God must fall." They sought God's fire as anointing "to do exploits" in ministry and life. I have been attending this church for sometime now, but in the past year, my eyes have been opened as the saying goes, and I wonder if any of this is biblically sound. Others that I've spoken with say it is. They argued that many were healed by Apostle Paul's shadow. I'm not making the connection. Any thoughts on what I've shared would be much appreciated.
Elaine (#20)
I can understand that you find yourself in a perplexing situation. It is not possible to provide a comprehensive answer to your questions nor know all the facts through a dialogue in this forum. But I can make a few suggestions that I hope will point you in the right direction.
Regarding the Godhead, there is one Godhead Who exists in three persons. When reading a doctrine statement you need to read how they define the Trinity. A definition of One God Who exists in three persons (and each person is fully God) is the correct Christian understanding. A definition of One God who exists in three manifestations is the heresy known historically as Modalism.
Regarding denominations and the Trinity, you will have to double check the denomination you attend and what they believe. Oneness Pentecostals and United Pentecostals are definitely cults that deny the Trinity. Pentecostal World Fellowship affirms the Trinity. You will have to find out if your fellowship is one of these. If not, you can investigate using the guidelines I have already given you.
Regarding your husband, Scripture calls you to remain in your marriage (1 Corinthians 7:1-16, 1 Peter 3:1-7) whether your husband is a Christian or a cult member and serve Christ within that context. I recommend you use the following site to try and find a pastor who can give you godly biblical counsel on your situation.
I hope this has been of help.
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In short: My first non-road race - great fun!In full: If you don't like mud, don't consider this. If you want a mixture of road, soft and very soft off-road conditions, this is the race for you.Date of review: February 7, 2010
In short: Mud, glorious mud!In full: Another great event put on by Benfleet. Great marshalling and plenty of water stations. The jelly babies were welcome around mile 10. I PB'd this year despite the worst mud I've experienced on this run - but that's what makes it fun. Great tea, and some of the largest slices of cake I've seen in a long time. One minor gripe - some porta-loos would have prevented a massive queue in the gents.All in all though, a race that Benfleet should rightly be proud to host.Date of review: February 3, 2010
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Simply put, he's a control freak, at least when it comes to Netflix (NFLX) .
Hastings has a puppet regime in place on Netflix's board of directors and a management team full of "yes" men and women. There's little threat of mutiny from the inside. When something happens on the outside that Hastings doesn't like, he directs the Board to act unilaterally without broad shareholder input.
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Netflix CEO Reed Hastings Hates Carl Ichan Right Now . Now, right on cue, Hastings pulls this ...
The latest: Netflix euphemistically adopts a "shareholder rights plan" (Story via CNBC).
It's a poison pill.
Long story short -- it makes it really expensive for somebody like Carl Icahn to orchestrate a hostile takeover and wield influence. That's all Hastings cares about. Keeping what amounts to personal control over the company.
It's an all-around bad deal for shareholders.
First, if the poison pill kicks in, it dilutes the living hell out of NFLX stock.
But, again, Hastings has a history of not caring about such peskiness.
Last year, he opted for dilution when he went to market and fundraised $400 million when he should have sold the company's DVD division to raise cash.
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Netflixannounced its adoption of a poison pill. Webelieve any poison pill without a shareholder vote is an example of poor corporate governance, and find the pill Netflix just adopted is particularly troubling due to its remarkably low and discriminatory 10% threshold. We also note that Netflix is one of the few companies that continues to ignore the fact that the shareholders have strongly expressed their wishes through a majority vote to de-stagger its board. As one of the company's largest shareholders we are concerned about the poor corporate governance at Netflix that these and other actions reflect.
Icahn should not be surprised.
Hastings has a vision. He'll be damned if he doesn't go to extremes with it: Either world-beating success or crash-and-burn failure. That's a shame because he is a visionary who could still triumph in a situation where he actually puts Netflix before his ego and ambition.
Ignoring Shareholders: Typical Netflix
You'll find scant reporting of it from anybody other than me, but throughout 2011 I hammered Netflix on corporate governance issues, in particular, the company's decision to ignore the will of its shareholders.
At Netflix's annual shareholder meeting in 2011, stockholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of a proposal that would have required a simple majority vote on all issues that require greater than a simple majority vote.


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All applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct as follows:
The units' adult leaders (Scoutmaster and Advisor) are responsible for the supervision of their membership in respect to maintaining discipline, security, and the jamboree Code of Conduct.
The Scout Oath and Law will be my guide throughout the jamboree.
I will set a good example by keeping myself neatly dressed and presentable. (I will wear the official Scout uniform and jamboree identifying items when requested.)
I will attend all scheduled programs and participate, as required, in cooperation with other unit members and leaders.
In consideration of other unit applicants, I agree to follow the bedtime and sleep schedule of the unit, unless otherwise directed by the jamboree program.
I will be responsible for keeping my tent and personal gear labeled, clean, and neat. I will adhere to all jamboree recycling policies and regulations. I will do my share to prevent littering of the jamboree grounds.
I understand that the purchase, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is prohibited. This shall apply to all applicants.
Serious and/or repetitive behavior violations by youth, including use of tobacco, cheating, stealing, dishonesty, swearing, fighting, and cursing may result in expulsion from the jamboree or serious disciplinary action and loss of privileges. (The BSA jamboree headquarters must be contacted for the expulsion procedure to be invoked. There are no exceptions.)
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I understand that possession of lasers of any type and possession or detonation of fireworks is prohibited.
I will demonstrate respect for unit and jamboree property and be personally responsible for any loss, breakage, or vandalism of property as a result of my actions.
Neither the unit leader, nor the BSA, will be responsible for loss, breakage, or theft of personal items. I will label all my personal items and check items of value at the direction of unit leaders. Theft will be grounds for expulsion.
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Hazing has no place in Scouting, nor do running the gauntlet, belt lines, or similar physical punishment. Leaders and older youth must prevent any youth from being "initiated" into the troop with hazing.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (435 votes).
In short: Really nice course, decent medal and a lolly on a hot day. Sadly let down a bit by the terrible parking arrangements. I'd definitely do it again if the parking was improved!Date of review: July 1, 2012
In short: Hilly, challenging but fun. Lots of support along country lanes.In full: Feels much longer than a half due to the hills. Not many flat or easy stretches here. No traffic and plenty of support along the way make up for that. Ice lolly at the end takes away the pains. Date of review: June 24, 2012
In short: Well organised, undulating race in a nice locationIn full: On the whole I thought this was an excellent race.Course was constantly up and down, but the hills were never horrendous, and only one was vaguely long.Good things:Lots and lots of marshals, pretty course, plenty of supporters, nice runners village, plenty of water stations, ice lolly at the end.Bad things:Massive queue for toilets (although there was another set of toilets which was announced over the tannoy at one point and had a one minute queue...), parking wasn't well signposted and I think may have run out before the eventDate of review: June 12, 2012
In short: despite any small niggles over loos etc , this is a race & an event that i always enjoyDate of review: June 11, 2012
In short: Great HalfIn full: This was a great half marathon. The roads were closed on route and it is a nice undulating course which keeps the mind focussed. The car parking was good if you were prepared to walk. I parked at the car park by the Council Building.The T-shirt, ice lolly and especially the Lucozade Sport were all greatly appreciated as well as the texting of race times within minutes of finishing the race. There should had been more toilets for the number of runners/ walkers involved in the event. That's my only gripe. Date of review: June 11, 2012
In short: 4th time running so the organizers must be doing some thing rightIn full: it was my 4th time running the event, organization was good, agree with some comments about toilets not enough, on the course plenty of water stops but wish they could get a suppler using bottle instead of the plastic cups if only on a couple of stops, that is my only moan, glad to see that they widened the start which made it easier in stead of fighting our way through a small gap and the ban on mp3 plays was a good idea. at the finish there was plenty of fluid lucozade, water and the all important ice lolly, tee shirt (which fits) and the medal (wish they could change the design as it has been the same for 4 years) roll on next year Date of review: June 11, 2012
In short: Great race in a great locationIn full: This continues to be one of the best road half marathons I run. The course is a great undulating rural road course - it really is challenging with a couple of big long climbs but also a great downhill 1m at the end before a flat 0.5m. There are always loads of refreshment vans. The ice lolly is a must and I always look forward to it. They're quite generous at St Albans with a t-shirt, medal, lolly and bottle of lucazade sport! The guys on the PA always do a good job on the lead-up to the races and the kids event is great too. This year, there were a lot more runners and there was neither satisfactory parking or toilet facilities - needs to be looked at. My only other moan this morning would be that I and 20+ other runners seem to have been 'on course' when looking at the result but don't have a time or official place - I promise I didn't take any short cuts!Date of review: June 11, 2012
In short: Nice race with undulationsDate of review: June 10, 2012
In short: Enough with the hills!In full: The Good: Fantastic organisation, lively atmosphere, road closures, lots of water stations and loo stations along the route (yey for someone who over-hydrated slightly!), great marshalling, good support, big runners village area, great for warm-up and warm-down, central to town, plenty parking and Starbucks nearby. Great park nearby for supporters and families. Corralling worked nicely, very clear. Lucozade after. T-shirt good. Finish times sent by text within minutes! V impressed.The Bad: Humongous queue for loos before race (why can no one ever get this right?) A dozen or so loos for 3000-odd runners? Hmmm. Good job they had lots of loos on the course (tho if I'd been chasing a PB I'd have been scuppered). Queuing meant I didn't get chance to look round the runners village - there were sponsors stalls and trainer shops. Didn't get a banana. :-( Needed a banana. Don't be giving me your ice lolly (grump).The Ugly: The hills and my poor knees. This was my first HM (2h22m). None of the hills was that steep but some were loooooong and they just kept coming for 13 miles. You're always either going up or you're going down. Both hurty hurty.Date of review: June 10, 2012
In short: Rain and hills but goodIn full: The start was delayed 20 mins, which in the pouring rain wasn't ideal. When we did set off through the park, thousands of runners were all herded onto the footpath through the park, so jams inevitable. Meanwhile, the wide open spaces of Verulam Park were empty. That was just slightly annoying. No more moans, though - the course is good; closed roads, golf course, country lanes. The marshals were chirpy for the weather, there were loads of water stations and the downhill into the park at the end gives great momentum for the finish. So despite rain and hills, managed to take a whole 1.5 minutes off my PB - yeah! Date of review: July 1, 2011
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U.S. Women's National Volleyball A2 Program Starts Training
By Deb Stadick for USA Volleyball
DALLAS (June 25, 2013) - The University of Texas-Dallas was buzzing with activity on Tuesday as 47 college volleyball athletes from across the nation arrived for the 2013 U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team A2 (WNTA2) program being held June 25-July 3 in conjunction with the 2013 USA Volleyball Girls' Junior National Championships at the Dallas Convention Center.
The WNTA2 program, open to college athletes with eligibility remaining for the 2013 season, was selected through the 2013 U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team Open Tryouts held Feb. 22-24 at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. The tryout attracted a record 240 participants, 33 more than the previous attendance record set in 2012.
The 47 players will participate in a four-day training camp at the University of Texas-Dallas before dividing into four equal teams and relocating to the Dallas Convention Center for a five-day competition block.
The 2013 WNTA2 program has athlete representation from 29 different universities, and 12 schools had multiple players selected. Purdue University has four players in the program, while Iowa State University, University of Wisconsin, Michigan State University, University of Louisville and Loyola Marymount University have three athletes each in the program.
The WNTA2 program coaching staff includes Head Coaches Andy Banachowski, Mike Hebert, Ruth Nelson and Bill Neville. Assistant coaches with the WNTA2 program are Ashley Allen, Linda Hampton and Marci Sanders. Technical coordinators/assistant coaches for the A2 program are Nicki Holmes, Eugene Tichenor, Deb Stadick and Jay Van Vark.
During their nine days in Dallas, the WNTA2 athletes will be going social. Check out the #WNTA2 hash tag on Twitter to see their photos, results and event updates. Additionally, two athletes will be blogging their way through the experience.
DeLaina Sarden is a junior opposite hitter from the University of Central Florida and Hannah Johnson is a red-shirt sophomore setter from the University of New Mexico. Links to their blogs will be posted at the top of each WNTA2 release starting Wednesday, June 26.
Name (Position, School, Hometown, 2013 College Eligibility Remaining)
Carly Cramer (L/DS, Purdue University, Martinsville, Ind., 1)
Kristen Hahn (L/DS, Iowa State University, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 1)
Annemarie Hickey (L/DS, University of Wisconsin, Oswego, Ill., 1)
Veronica Lewis (L/DS, University of Arizona, San Jose, Calif., 2)
Kori Moster (L/DS, Michigan State University, Cincinnati, Ohio, 2)
Ellen Mullins (L/DS, University of Tennessee, Nashville, Tenn., 1)
Caitlin Welch (L/DS, University of Louisville, Louisville, Ky., 1)
Middle Blockers
Name (Position, School, Hometown, 2013 College Eligibility Remaining)
Simone Antwi (MB, University of Florida, Fairfax Station, Va., 3)
Adreene Elliott (MB, University of Maryland, Winston-Salem, N.C., 2)
Casey Hinger (MB, Cal State Northridge, Fullerton, Calif., 2)
Kierra Jones (MB, Purdue University, Fishers, Ind., 2)
Litara Keil (MB, Loyola Marymount University, Long Beach, Calif., 2)
Kathryn LeCheminant (MB, Brigham Young University, Layton, Utah, 1)
Alexis Mathews (MB, Michigan State University, Detroit, Mich., 1)
Brooke Mattingly (MB, University of Louisville, St. Henry, Ohio, 1)
Zoe Nightingale (MB, UCLA, Sacramento, Calif., 2)
DeLaina Sarden (MB, University of Central Florida, Lawrenceville, Ga., 2)
Ariana Williams (MB, University of Oregon, Riverside, Calif., 1)
Courtney Windham (MB, University of North Texas, Houston, Texas, 1)
Outside Hitters
Name (Position, School, Hometown, 2013 College Eligibility Remaining)
Ellen Chapman (OH, University of Wisconsin, Glenview, Ill., 2)
Kimberly Dahl (OH, Brigham Young University, Pleasant Grove, Utah, 3)
Victoria Hurtt (OH, Iowa State University, Kansas City, Mo., 2)
Maddy Klineman (OH, UCLA, Manhattan Beach, Calif., 3)
Kaitlyn Leary (OH, Ohio State University, Parma, Ohio, 1)
Kathleen Luft (OH, Loyola Marymount University, Thousand Oaks, Calif., 1)
Shar Manu-Olevao (OH, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii, 3)
Morgan Odale (OH, University of Utah, Star, Idaho, 1)
Chelsey Schofield (OH, University of Utah, Provo, Utah, 2)
Taylor Simpson (OH, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colo., 2)
Nicole Walch (OH, Florida State University, Stuart, Fla., 3)
Lauren Wicinski (OH, Michigan State University, Geneva, Ill., 1)
Ashley Wittman (OH, University of Minnesota, Shakopee, Minn., 1)
Name (Position, School, Hometown, 2013 College Eligibility Remaining)
Ashley Battle (Opp, Virginia Tech, Apex, N.C., 4)
Mackenzie Bigbee (Opp, Iowa State University, Williamsburg, Iowa, 3)
Whitney Billings (Opp, University of Kentucky, Helena, Ala., 1)
Annie Drews (Opp, Purdue University, Elkhart, Ind., 3)
Moneshia Simmons (Opp, Clemson University, Buford, Ga., 1)
Valerie Nichol (Opp/S, Purdue University, Normal, Ill, 2)
Chantale Riddle (Opp, University of New Mexico, Roswell, N.M., 2)
Name (Position, School, Hometown, 2013 College Eligibility Remaining)
Deedra Foss (S, Colorado State University, McKenna, Wash., 2)
Hannah Johnson (S, University of New Mexico, Longview, Wash., 3)
Elizabeth Koberstein (S, Marquette University, Madison, Wis., 1)
Hannah Kvitle (S, University of Louisville, Quincy, Ill., 2)
Mackenzie Dagostino (S, University of Maryland, Tampa, Fla., 3)
Hannah Tedrow (S, Loyola Marymount University, Foothill Ranch, Calif., 3)
Courtney Thomas (S, University of Wisconsin, DeKalb, Ill., 2)
Rainette Uiato (S, University of Hawaii, Long Beach, Calif., 1)


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Area Deaths
LOUISE PELTIER, 69, Dunseith, died Monday in a Minot hospital. (Nero Funeral Home, Bottineau)
ERNEST CHRISTENSEN, 88, Spokane, Wash., formerly of Williston, died Jan. 11 in Spokane. Graveside service Thursday, 11 a.m., Riverview Cemetery, Williston. Visitation Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Everson Funeral Home, Williston.
JOE O'CONNELL, 78, Newburg, died Monday in a Minot hospital. (Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot)
MARY F. "MAE" RUSCH, 85, Sherwood, died Jan. 18 at a Minot hospital. Funeral Saturday, 11 a.m., St. James Catholic Church, Sherwood. Rosary Saturday, 9 a.m., at the church. Visitation Friday, 4 to 7 p.m., at the church. Memorials are preferred to Assumption Abbey, Richardton. (Brose Funeral Home, Mohall)
DELMA WHITE CALFE, 70, White Calfe, died Saturday in a Bismarck hospital. Funeral Wednesday, 11 a.m., Ralph Wells Jr. Memorial Complex, White Shield. Wake service today, 5 p.m., in the complex. (Thompson Funeral Home, Garrison)
GARY MICKELSEN, 63, Kenmare, died Monday in a Minot nursing home. (Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Kenmare)
WALTER HUMMEL, 85, Minot, died Sunday in a Bismarck nursing home. Funeral Friday, 11 a.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, Minot. Visitation Thursday, 4 to 7 p.m., in Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot. Memorials are preferred to Bethany Lutheran Church Foundation, Minot.
EDWIN PFAU, 75, Devils Lake, died Sunday in a Devils Lake hospital. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, Devils Lake. Visitation Thursday, 4 to 7:30 p.m., rosary and Scripture service Thursday, 7:30 p.m., both in Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake.
EDITH ROHDE, 97, New Town, died Jan. 18 in a Garrison nursing home. Funeral Saturday, 11 a.m., Bethel Lutheran Church, New Town. Visitation Friday, noon to 7 p.m., in Langhans Funeral Home, Parshall.
AERIANNA REDDOGG, infant daughter of Meriah Good Luck and Antoine Reddogg, New Town, was stillborn Sunday in a Minot hospital. (Langhans Funeral Home, Parshall)
VALARION FINLEY, 39, Mandaree, died Sunday in a Watford City medical center. (Fulkerson Funeral Home, Watford City)
DONNA JOHNSON, 73, Minot, formerly of Glenburn, died Monday in a Mesa, Ariz., hospital. Services will be scheduled in the spring. (Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot)
JUSTIN SALWEY, 22, Williston, died Sunday in his home. (Everson Funeral Home, Williston)


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by John MacArthur
A survey of today's evangelical landscape can be a letdown. Biblical teaching is scarce and moral scandals abound. Too many church leaders have concealed sexual sin and financial schemes behind a thin façade of ministry. Eventually the world exposes their hypocrisy, shaming believers, discrediting the gospel, and defaming the Lord. In that setting, it is imperative that a true Christian leader have irreproachable character.
The biblical standard for a church leader's character is found in 1 Timothy 3. Paul initially lists several moral qualifications for an elder: He is to be "the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money" (1 Timothy 3:2–3).
Sexual Purity
A leader must first be "the husband of one wife." The Greek text literally reads "a one-woman man." That phrase doesn't refer to marital status at all but to his moral character regarding his sexual behavior. If he is married, he is to be devoted solely to his wife.
It is possible, however, to be married to one woman yet not be a one-woman man. Jesus said, "Everyone who looks on a woman with lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Matthew 5:28). A married—or unmarried—man who lusts after women is unfit for ministry. An elder must love, desire, and think only of the wife God has given him.
That qualification was especially important in the church at Ephesus, the sexually perverse city where Timothy ministered. Many, if not most, of the congregation had at one time or another fallen prey to sexual evil. If that was a man's experience before he came to Christ, it wasn't a problem (cf. 2 Corinthians 5:17). If it happened after his conversion, but before he assumed a leadership role, it was a problem. If it happened after he assumed a leadership role, it was a definite disqualification (1 Corinthians 9:24–27). Those same standards apply to men in positions of spiritual leadership today.
Sexual purity is a major issue in ministry, and that's why Paul placed it at the top of his list. It is in this arena, above all others, where leaders are most prone to fall. The inability to be a one-woman man may have put more men out of the ministry than any other issue.
Not Given to Excess
A leader in God's church must also be "temperate." The Greek word translated "temperate" (nēphalios) means "without wine" or "not mixed with wine." It refers to sobriety, the opposite of intoxication.
Because of their position, example, and influence, certain Jewish leaders abstained from wine. Priests were not to enter God's house while under its influence (Leviticus 10:9). Kings were advised not to consume wine because it might hinder their judgment (Proverbs 31:4–5). The Nazirite vow, the highest vow of spiritual commitment in the Old Testament, forbade its participants from drinking wine (Numbers 6:2-3). In the same way, spiritual leaders today must avoid intoxication so that they might exercise responsible judgment and set an example of Spirit-controlled behavior.
It's likely Paul's primary usage of nēphalios went beyond the literal sense of avoiding intoxication and extended to the figurative sense of being alert and watchful. An elder must deny any excess in life that diminishes clear thinking and sound judgment. Commentator William Hendriksen said, "His pleasures are not primarily those of the senses . . . but those of the soul." [1](Exposition of the Pastoral Epistles [Grand Rapids: Baker, 1981], 122)
Drinking is only one area in which excess can occur. Overeating has been called the preacher's sin, and often that's a just criticism. If a man cannot exercise self-control and discipline over something as basic as his physical appetites, he proves that he is irresponsible, immature, and unfit to lead. A leader who displays uncontrolled excess of any kind weakens his testimony and cripples his usefulness.
Paul's point is clear: Godly spiritual leaders must be moderate and balanced in every area of life.
It follows that a "temperate" leader will be "prudent," or self-disciplined. The temperate man avoids excess so he can think clearly, which leads to an orderly, disciplined life. He knows how to order his priorities.
A prudent man is serious about spiritual things. That doesn't mean he is cold and humorless, but he tempers his humor by the realities of the world. A world that is lost, disobedient to God, and bound for hell leaves little room for frivolity in his ministry.
Such a man has a sure and steady mind. He is not rash in judgment, but thoughtful, earnest, and cautious. He follows Paul's counsel in Philippians 4:8: "Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things." His mind is controlled by God's truth, not the whims of the flesh. Jesus Christ reigns supreme over every area of his life.
It follows that a man who is prudent will have a "respectable" or orderly life. That means he handles every area of his life in a systematic, orderly manner. His well-disciplined mind leads to a well-disciplined life.
The Greek word translated "respectable" is kosmios and derives from the root kosmos. The opposite of kosmos is "chaos." A spiritual leader must not live in constant chaos, but in an orderly fashion since his work involves administration, oversight, scheduling, and establishing priorities.
The ministry is no place for a man whose life is a continual confusion of unaccomplished plans and unorganized activities. Over the years I have seen many men who had difficulty ministering effectively because they were unable to concentrate on a task or systematically set and accomplish goals. Such disorder is a disqualification.
These traits lay the foundation for a man's ministry. He must have his personal life under control to be an effective overseer. However, there are other qualities he must also possess which directly affect the people he serves in leadership. We'll look at those next time.
(Adapted from Divine Design. All Scripture quotations are from the New American Standard Bible.)
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Men in Church leadership roles are constantly on display before a congregation, before individuals who are saved (Christians), and before the world. Their talk and their walk must match the Scriptures so that there is no reproach against the Church (members of the Body of Christ). The standards are higher for those men who lead and teach the Body of Christ. Amazingly enough, their good example can have a powerful and positive replicative effect on church members. Thank you Pastor John for the reminder, boldly backed by the Bible and presented with a powerful spirit of love, integrity and humility. Very Respectfully, seeking to be like Christ, Isaac Davidson
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My Dad was a wonderful example of a spiritual leader, taught from the instruction of God's Word. He followed God's leading and was called to start churches in several states and Canada, loved Mom and all four of us kids. We had family altar every morning where Dad would read the scripture, have a time of comments/questions and then went around the table as each of us prayed. My Mother was also a wonderful example of a spiritual leader in the way she loved Daddy and ran the household. She was always there for Daddy giving him loving support. Never did my parents have wine or strong drink. We were taught the whole Truth of God's Word just as you have done with your family too Dr. MacArthur. I believe Mom was a great factor in making my Dad the Man of God he was. Very few can say this for it is not an easy road. I was blessed to be born in the family God chose for me. Today both of my parents are residence of heaven and I have the promise that I will see them again only because of my Father's exceptional plan. Thank you Father God.
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OCZ Technology, a leading maker of memory modules and solid-state drives, has announced the world's fastest 4GB DDR3 memory modules that can operate at blazing 2133MHz. The new modules will indisputably attract attention of enthusiasts looking for both high memory capacities as well as maximum bandwidth.
Initially OCZ's 4GB 2.13GHz memory modules will be available as dual-channel 8GB or triple-channel 12GB kits within the company's Flex Ex lineup of kits that are optimized for liquid cooling, but eventually the company will also release them as Reaper HPC and Platinum modules. The ultra-high-speed 4GB DDR3 Flex EX DIMMs will function at 2.13GHz clock-speed with CL10 10-10-30 latencies and 1.65V voltage.
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Engineered for intensive design and editing applications, these 4GB solutions will enable graphic designers, CAD engineers, and music/video professionals to benefit from increased memory resources. In addition, thanks to very high frequencies, they will also appeal for gamers since modern titles rely on memory bandwidth heavily.
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I bought this for my eight year old son who has severe ADHD and Asperger's (high-functioning Autism). It is extremely easy to set up and play, and the instruction booklet is very simple...Read complete review
I bought this for my eight year old son who has severe ADHD and Asperger's (high-functioning Autism). It is extremely easy to set up and play, and the instruction booklet is very simple and clear. We had a blast the first night learning to play it and going quite a few rounds.This evening we brought it with us to my in-laws' home to play during Christmas Eve gathering. The box is very sturdy and the game is easily portable. Games take less than 5 minutes and require strategy and critical thinking skills, but no reading or math. My son tried to teach my 5 year old (kindergarten) niece to play, but it was too difficult for her. So I would stick with the 8+ age recommendation. Perhaps an advanced 6/7 year old.The only improvement I would suggest is to make the colors on the pawns a bolder, brighter color because we tend to mix up our Men. Otherwise, this gift has been a huge hit and I highly recommend it!
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If you are going to follow the rules... Which with children you normally need to follow. Allowing a design to eliminate your opponent in one move is a lack of insight and in...Read complete review
If you are going to follow the rules... Which with children you normally need to follow. Allowing a design to eliminate your opponent in one move is a lack of insight and in poor taste. I believe designing a game where the first player wins is rediculas and a waste of time. There needs to be a recall and an upgrade with instructions. Not everyone has the ability to check for variants of play. If you want a real game play chess.
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Visually dull but engaging
By Sarah
from Bradford UK
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Bought it for my 7 year old granddaughter and we have a fun time playing it - it is visually a bit boring compared to other games. But it does teach strategy and she did enjoy it immensely.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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By Beat by my 8 year old. Haha
from Winnipeg
About Me Collector, First Time Parent, Working Parent
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Need to change rules
By Againstherisies
from Chattanooga
First player always wins if you set 4 piece block use your piece and add final stone. 2nd player is blocked to three spaces. Change set up rules to eliminate setting 4 random stones
Easy to play
By Dancemom
from Chicago, IL
About Me Education Oriented, Working Parent
I thought the game was brilliant, but my 9 year old lost interest after a couple of rounds. I think an older child would have found this game more fun.
By clowens9144
from Charlotte, NC
About Me Education Oriented, Homeschool Mom, Parent Of Two Or More Children, Stay At Home Parent, Working Parent
great game kids loved it
By Susie
from west bloomfield, mi.
About Me Education Oriented, Grandparent
kids had fun and loved playing this game
My 7-year old loves it
By René
from Washington D.C.
About Me Education Oriented
A very attractively presented and elegant game--easy to grasp and play. My son is very taken by the game.Bought this last night, and as with the previous reviewers, we quickly found a configuration of 5 blockers that allows the first mover to win in 2. I like that the game is open-ended, but I found that the instruction copy and illustrations were a bit ambiguous. I actually searched for a visual demonstration online to ensure that "you can move as many spaces as you like *in as many directions as you like, over any bridges not blocked by blockers*." (I hope that last part is actually correct). It's not a big deal to revise the rule yourself to a 4 or 3 blocker start in order to avoid the 5-blocker trap, but it's something that should have been picked up and revised in test play before publication; the instructions as they stand might lead some to quickly abandon what is a great and potentially deep game as "solved."
Another 8 year-old wins in two moves!
By nuts
from Indiana
Since my daughter quickly figured this out to her advantage (as long as she goes first), we will take your recommendation and start the game with 3 blockers per player.
My 8 year old figured it out second time
By Disappointed
from Ohio
I see that you suggest reducing the number of blockers, but why not suggest it in the instructions? It doesn't get anyone excited if it can be figured out so easily.
Merchant response: Dear Disappointed,We've actually update the instructions to include the advanced play suggestion but it may take some time for the revised product to hit the shelves.Please keep the suggestions coming - we take them very seriously!
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Game Flawed:1st mover automatically wins
By Just want a fair chance to win!
from Cincinnati, OH
Rules need to be adjusted--my husband immediately found a way to essentially block me in on the first move, as long as he was the first player to move. This was done even though he abided by all game rules, including the rule disallowing blockers to be placed on the three bridges connected to the opponent's starting space.
Merchant response: Wow! Your husband's got game! For advanced players, we recommend decreasing the number of blockers you use as the start of the game - try dropping down to 3 or even just 2 and see what happens. Our fingers are crossed for your big win!


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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (326 votes).
In short: Mud then hillsIn full: Liked the new section with the rope - the extra mud this year made the course more challenging.Getting a bit pricey though at £16 on the day.Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Steep, muddy, evil. I loved itDate of review: February 23, 2009
In short: My first time at the Terminator and I'll be back!In full: I'd heard a lot about this race and wanted to give it a go for some time but unfortunately it had always clashed with the Bourton 10k. Problem solved this year as I didn't get in.Really enjoyed the event and glad I chose to do it. Certainly not a PB race, more one to use as a good training run and for enjoyment.More mud than I expected and very nearly lost my trainers early on! Must remember to secure them with duct tape in future. The hills were certainly tough, but the views from the top made the climbs worthwhile and gave me a salutary reminder just how lucky I am to live in a part of the world that boasts such wonderful scenery.Very friendly atmosphere among the runners and fantastic support from the marshals. Lovely selection of cakes and very impressed with the car parks provided for such a large number of attendees. Liked the pre-race briefing.Well done PVRC for a great event - I wouldn't be surprised if I chose this over Bourton in future.Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Great way to spend a SundayIn full: Fantastic weather helped make another memorable Terminator. Slightly modified course was an improvement, if longer. Enough clayey mud to slow you down, but not too much. 4 Hills too steep to run with great views from the top. Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: The best race I've ever done - I'll be back! Tee hee . . .In full: Wow, what a great race. Great atmosphere and the most beautiful route you could ever wish to run with plenty of mud to keep you amused. The breathtaking scenery distracted you from the evilness of the terrain but the feeling of completing the race in good form is simply the best. I am still incredibly chuffed with myself for getting round and still having a smile on my face up the last hill! The 4 hills were calf twanging, thigh burning, lung busting fun. Can't wait to do it again!Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Very tough, Very muddy. Great fun!Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Brilliant. Slight change in the course was a bit of a surprise, but I'd do it again next week!Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Fun in the mud and on the slopesIn full: Not done this for a few years and now knew what I missed . Slippy,slidey first few miles then the fun really begins up and down the steep chalk escarpment four tough times . Then the run in to "the shoe wash" (cold knee deep river) and another 1/2 mile to the finish. Great event if you don't mind the slopes.Date of review: February 23, 2009
In short: Excellent.In full: Excellent route - good views, good mud, good hills. Friendly supportive marshalls. Good venue with plenty of cake available at the end. All concerned deserve a big thank you for making this race happen.Date of review: February 22, 2009
In short: Hills, mud and viewsIn full: Not a PB race, but taken steady there is plenty of time to admire the scenery. Great fun and well organised. Very friendly cheering marshalls. Well worth the 150 mile round trip. Definitely one to put on the calender for next year.Date of review: February 22, 2009
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Every few generations, a member of the Kurama Clan will be born with an incredible talent for genjutsu. The clan member's talent in that field is such that their genjutsu is overwhelming. Furthermore, the genjutsu is so powerful that it causes the brain to believe anything that happens to the victim to the point where the genjutsu physically harms the victim's body. This fearsome ability allows the clan member to potentially kill their opponents with genjutsu. Such frightening power is not without its drawbacks, however. The user can rarely control the full extent of their abilities, and as such their subconscious will often regulate that power, leading to the creation of a second personality in control of that power. This personality then overwhelms the original, turning the individual into a monster that's a danger to everyone around them.


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BiologyAn uncommon primitive shark (Ref. 26346) found on outer continental and insular shelves and upper slopes, usually between 120 and 1,280 m but occasionally caught at the surface (Ref. 247). Feeds on other sharks, squid and bony fish (Ref. 26346). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 50449), litter size ranges from 2 to 10 (Ref. 37390). Not dangerous but teeth are sharp enough to inflict lacerations on the hands of the unwary scientist examining its mouth (Ref. 247). Incidental in bottom trawl catches and utilized as fishmeal and as food fish (Ref. 247).


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Secrets of the Home Flippers: The Housing Boom Is Back
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NEW YORK (Learnvest)--"Flip This House," "Flip That House" and other home-flipping reality-TV shows went dark when the housing boom went bust.
But home flippers--investors who buy a property, make some repairs and sell it quickly in hopes of a profit--never really left the scene.
Now the housing market is back and the flip is on. Sales of new homes in May rose to the highest level since July 2008, according to Commerce Department data. The Standard & Poor's national housing price index, which tracks existing home sales in 20 major markets, was up 12.1% in April compared with a year earlier. That's the biggest gain the index has recorded since it started in 2006.
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Rob Berger, 46, works as an attorney in Columbus, Ohio, by day, and a home flipper by night. He's been doing it since 2005, when he and his high school best friend started investing in real estate as a means of diversifying their portfolios.
They also go in on deals with Berger's sister, who owns a home design business and is easily able to oversee repairs, which saves them cash and boosts their profitability.
Their latest flip is a three-bedroom, one-bathroom house in Columbus, and he estimates that, all together, the trio will make $110,000 after the house is sold, a profit of nearly $37,000 each, "which isn't bad for a three-month effort," says Berger.
The crew bought the house in February and plan to sell it this month. They evaluated it in much the same way they would if they were buying a home for themselves. "We liked the property because we know the area, it's in a good school district and the price was right," Berger says. They have since gutted the bathroom and kitchen, replaced the exterior siding, painted and added new doors and fixtures.


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In Badwater's 120-degree heat, Smith-Batchen stays at or below 80 percent of her maximum heart rate. "I've made the mistake of running too fast in the heat of the day, only to be exhausted later in the race when the sun goes down and I should be able to speed up," she says. "So my hot-weather race motto is, `Go slow to go fast!'"
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:: Pre-hydrate before a hot run, consuming 16 ounces of electrolyte sports drink two hours before your run and another eight to 16 ounces 15 minutes before starting.
:: Place baggies of ice under your hat and inside your clothes near major arteries (jogbra and shorts).
:: Suck on an ice cube to prevent parched mouth.
:: Occasionally douse yourself with water (as long as it's not your drinking water). In a race, have a crew member spray you with water.
:: Wear a white or light-colored polyester or other sweat-wicking shirt [see Trail Tested, page 66 for a review of sun-protective shirts].
:: Wear an ice bandana and a light-colored, sweat-wicking hat with visor and neck flap.
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HEAT EXHAUSTION is characterized by profuse sweating, nausea (and possibly vomiting), weak legs, fatigue, rapid pulse, cramps, lightheadedness and/or headache. You may also experience cold skin and goose bumps, though your body temperature is 100 to 104 degrees. Stop running immediately, seek shade and medical attention, elevate your feet above your heart, loosen any tight clothing and consume large amounts of electrolyte drinks. Avoid further heat exposure for at least 24 to 48 hours.
HEAT STROKE. If warning signs of heat exhaustion are ignored, the body eventually loses the ability to cool itself altogether and the condition evolves into heat stroke. The symptoms are similar to those of heat exhaustion but quickly progress to include bizarre behavior, fuzzy thinking, convulsions, seizures or even coma. At this stage, the body temperature is 104 or higher but sweating has stopped. Emergency treatment involves getting out of sun, immersion in cool water and receiving intravenous fluids. Further medical attention at a hospital is critical to preventing life-threatening and permanent muscle, liver and kidney damage.


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I love every sensory aspect of Christmas. I love the sights and the smells, but most of all I love the rich and textured sounds. In short, I love Christmas music.
More than any other holiday, my Christmas season is hemmed in and held together by music. Music is a common thread woven through all the little holiday rituals, traditions, and memories that I share with my family and friends. Beautiful music. Nostalgic music. Radio music. Nature's music. Muzak music. The music of Christmas is everywhere, and I love it all, but nothing quite so much as the season's sacred music.
There aren't quite words to describe the warm and inviting glow of a church sanctuary illumined by candlelight on Christmas Eve night, and the peace that washes over me when friends and strangers gather and sing the sweet strains of these well worn hymns. These simple songs bridge the chasm of time and space, and help me to be present to the miracle of Christ's birth.
In an uncertain world, they stand for me as guideposts, pointing me always towards the certainty of hope. The exuberant and joyous African American Spiritual, "Go Tell It on the Mountain" is no exception to this rule. This carol is at the top of my list, because it so beautifully captures the joy of this season.
Though its precise origins are unknown, many believe this spiritual was discovered shortly after the Civil War, and popularized in the early- to mid-twentieth century. It has been a song of hope rising from the valleys of southern plantations, and issuing forth from the deep heart of Appalachian Mountain trails. It has been a gospel song enjoyed round cozy family pianos, by church choirs, and sung from main stages of grand concert halls. Peter, Paul, and Mary once adapted its lyrics and utilized this song as a civil rights hymn. It has been covered by an eclectic group of musicians ranging from Mahalia Jackson to Dolly Parton. In short, this is a carol that has seen a rich history.
Needless to say, I was delighted when two veteran artists, Margaret Becker and Jennifer Knapp, included it in their 2012 collection, The Hymns of Christmas, and gave it the royal musical treatment. For their collaboration, Margaret and Jennifer took ten Christmas classics and infused them with heavenly harmonies and their signature guitar work.
Encountering their arrangements is a bit like running into a dear old friend wearing a brand new dress, every bit as gorgeous as you had remembered and then some. From the looks of their sampler video, Jennifer and Margaret were busy weaving friendship alongside their harmonies. For anyone who needs a delightful burst of Christmas cheer, do yourself a favor and give this album a listen. You can start with, "Go Tell it on the Mountain."
Photo of choir by Flickr/Duncan Harris, CC BY 2.0
Marcy Bain is an ordained Presbyterian minister from Dayton, Ohio. She's convinced that she does her best theology when she slows down, settles in with good friends and a glass of mulled wine, and lets the twin sounds of laughter and harmony permeate her household.
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I am humbled!
I was prepared to point out that your poolish method lowers the dough pH and that may have been the reason for your not getting the spotting in your dough. As pointed out in the Correll piece referenced in my earlier post, the cure for the spotting is to add a bit of vinegar to the dough to lower the pH.
Peter, have you tried using vinegar in the dough to confirm its effect on the spots? If you can confirm that vinegar reduces or eliminates the spots, we can then look at alternatives to bran oxidation.
I am aiming for a 9 day fermentation


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Interactive Travel Map|Text the Secretary|Trip PageAbout the Author: Julie Fisher serves at U.S. Embassy Tbilisi in Georgia.
Secretary Clinton met today with an incredible group of women at a town hall meeting at the beautiful National Parliamentary Library in downtown Tbilisi. The women who took part all have one thing in common: their commitment to reforming Georgia and helping it address all the challenges it faces. Georgia has come so far since independence in 1991 and especially since the Rose Revolution in 2003 -- and much of that progress is due to the women who joined the conversation with Secretary Clinton.
Georgia today has a lot on its plate -- it is overcoming the affects of Russia 's invasion in 2008 and the continuing occupation of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Georgia has built a market economy and is attracting foreign investment, including the recent rejuvenation of the Black Sea resort town of Batumi. Leaders at the Ministry of Justice and Georgia's Parliament have passed ground-breaking legislation to improve the rule of law and transform the legal system with a modern, adversarial judiciary. These changes don't happen overnight and they certainly don't happen without the support of Georgia's society. Women have been leaders in the government and are responsible for advancing Georgia's NATO aspirations, promoting the rule of law and responsible governance. As in any democracy -- their voices are vital to creating a responsive and well-balanced society.
Only seven years ago, Georgia was plagued by corruption, stagnation, and civil discord. Thanks to the work of many of the people in the town hall meeting with Secretary Clinton, Georgia has moved beyond the dark days when citizens had electricity and water only a couple of hours a day. It has become a vibrant, bustling capital of the South Caucasus, well-placed for dramatic growth in the next couple of years. Of course, there's still a long way to go, and Secretary Clinton urged the women to strive for more; she also told the group that the United States proudly stands with the Georgian people to achieve its goals.
The group included an impressive array of participants: Georgia's First Lady, Sandra Roelofs, the National Security Secretary who is a Notre Dame law school alumna, government ministers and officials, representatives of the hundreds of thousands of Georgians displaced from Abkhazia and South Ossetia, businesswomen, educators, and leading NGO and opposition activists. They all came together to share their views on where Georgia is today and where they hope to see it go in the future.
Palgye in South Korea writes:
Candlelight night with her updated photos of the people seemed irrelevant to politics.
Click here to copy and candles made from the heart I think she'll meet. And the pictures of ordinary women, and her heart to create a hand, and a blurred picture of her last. At one time, I'm sorry I could not keep him talking, but, for her, and do not want to use. (Even though people around me do not like him, but)
Please, please this is the last time. Politics and conscience, but she is difficult to coexist between politics and conscience, I think she is more worrying.
I come here it increasingly difficult to Think.
Patrick W. in Maryland writes:
Welcome Home,Secretary Hillary :) Clinton.
Well, it's time for our,( Wheels Down Party.),
here in Maryland hehe. Too, celebrate another
successful trip by, our (Secretary Of State Hillary Clinton...) .
I have read about her very special trip too,
our partner countries,some for the first time.
I have to say, i enjoyed the photos and video messages, that she sent back from her Visits.
I would like to think she has time for a rest her self,but we know she loves her work..)
Anyways, Thanks for posting the great updates of her trip..:) See ya, Guys & Gals Later..)


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Looks like the framework of a three way deal with Toronto/St. Louis and the White Sox is close to being in place. Colby Rasmus and Edwin Jackson are the two biggest players. Looks like St. Louis will be getting Jackson. Not sure if Rasmus is headed to Toronto or Chicago.
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Wait, so did you do anything to make a sauce? or did you just put all of the ingredients on the pie then throw it in?
Have you thought of blending together the clam juice, cream and olive oil in a bowl, and then dressing the pie with that emulsion?How would you treat tinned clams? Thank you.
Craig,I recall making an oyster pizza with fresh oysters (in a small tub at the supermarket) where I used some sliced jalapeno to give the pizza an extra kick. It worked and was quite good.Peter
Yes, just like I described above. You can see how it looked pre bake.CL
Omg how did you make that crust? It looks so good! Just how I like it!
i'm going to try this soon. you influenced me to order one at motorino recently and it was a good call. btw, i think i like motorino crust better than Keste, the texture was just perfect.
Motorino uses cheese on theirs, correct?