Gary G. Smith

I read with interest on Fox News today that Nebraska Representative Mike Flood was one of only four Republican House members who voted against the motion to censor Representative Illian Omar, D, from Minnesota. Omar, previously censored by the House for her antisemitic rhetoric, was again facing possible censure for her over-the-top comments about Charlie Kirk’s death. Representative Flood, who generally walks a thin line between Republican and Democratic ideology under the guise of independence and serving the best interests of his home district, has once again displayed his utter lack of leadership.

I would suggest that his recommendation to allow the House Ethics Committee to take up the matter is cowardly. Commentator Bill O’Reilly has attempted to get House Ethics Committee Chair Michael Guest, R, Mississippi to respond to his request to investigate Representative Jasmine Crockett, D, Texas for her improper dialogue disparaging President Trump. In in the words of Bill O’Reilly, Guest gave him the figurative “middle finger” refusing to respond. Representative Flood has once again failed his constituents and brought dishonor to the State of Nebraska.

Do better Mr. Flood or resign.

A Prayer for Law Enforcement Officers.

“God our law enforcement officers are in the middle of social upheaval and as one of the most visible symbols of the government, they are defiled and injured. We ask you, God, according to Psalm 91, for the safety of our law enforcement officers. This is no simple 24 hour passing of violence or some type of training exercise that will be forgotten in a few days. This is for keeps, a life or death fight to finish against the devil and all his angels. We look beyond human instruments of conflict and address the forces and authorities and rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world. As children of God, we enforce the triumphant victory of our lord Jesus Christ.

Our lord stripped our adversaries and powers, making a show of them openly. Thank you, Jesus, for defeating the evil one and his forces of darkness for us, and giving us authority to proclaim your name that is above every other name. All power and authority both in heaven and earth belong to you. Righteousness and truth shall prevail and nations shall come to the light of the Gospel.

As we stand in the gap for the people of the violent and burning cities, devil-overrun land. We expect an overflowing of your goodness and glory in the lives of those for whom we are praying. May they call upon your name and be delivered and remain safe in your loving arms.”

In the name of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

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Since the pandemic continues and I don’t have a pulpit to host, I’ll be posting my worship services here on Saturday night each week. I’ll post the links in one spot by week so you will only have to go to one place. I’ll also be posting on my companion site, www.churchconsultants.net, my You Tube page and my Facebook page. I’ll get the links to you once I’m underway.

This Week’s Podcast discusses who you can trust in making change in an organization.

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My podcast this week discusses the relationship between the 21st Century church and the surrounding neighborhoods. Click here to listen.

In this week’s podcast, I discuss the challenges of leadership and decision-making by emotion versus convictions. Not an easy topic. Listen to my views by clicking here.

This week’s podcast commemorates those who lost their live on 9/11 and those who sacrificed much to rescue those victims.

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This week’s podcast discusses antagonists in an organization and how to manage them.

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This week’s podcast discusses how we can better equip new Christians in their walk with Christ. You can listen to my latest podcast by clicking here.