Today we read the second chapter of second Peter and the fifth chapter of Daniel.
November 20: 2 Peter 2, Daniel 5 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
2 Peter 2. Even in the first century there arose destructive doctrines from a multitude of false teachers. They are all doomed because of their depravity and attempt to deceive.
Daniel 5. This is the famous chapter with the handwriting on the wall: “Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin“
Today we read the first chapter of second Peter and the fourth chapter of Daniel.
November 19: 2 Peter 1, Daniel 4 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
2 Peter 1 is greeting the faithful, urging them to be fruitful in the faith as they apply the eight godly virtues. Peter reminds them of his approaching death and reminds them of the trustworthiness of the prophetic word.
Daniel 4 contains Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of a tree, his fall and restoration.
In between first and second Peter we read two Psalms and the third chapter of Daniel.
November 18: Psalm 145, Psalm 146, Daniel 3 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
Psalm 145, a Psalm of Praise, of David. In an acrostic fashion David praises God for his fame, glory and for His goodness; for his kingdom and His providence, and most of all for his saving mercy.
Psalm 146 begins the five final songs in the Book of Psalms, known as the Hallelujah Psalms. This one gives praise to the Lord for creation, for what He is doing and will do forever.
Daniel 3 tells about the image of gold that all had to worship, and the fiery furnace prepared for the three Hebrews that refused. From Sunday School we all know how that went.
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Elizabeth Warren from Mass.
touts “Healthcare for all” with pizzazz.
Tax the rich is her call,
income, wealth, take it all;
a Pomperipossa tax pass.
You may ask: What is a Pomperipossa tax?
The term came into being in a publication, which was published 
in the Swedish evening tabloid Expressen on March 3, 1976. It was written in a deliberate style break, from children’s literature to legalese, and I have tried to do a close translation: https://lenbilen.com/2012/01/24/pomperipossa-in-monismania/
Read it! It tells of how the famous Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren got a 102% tax on her income. It made such a stink that the Swedish Social Democrats, who had been ruling Sweden seemingly forever lost the upcoming election, and got replaced by a basically progressive liberal coalition.
What is then the proposed Warrenesque wealth tax? In short it is a 2% tax on all household wealth over 50 million, 3% on over a billion. Elizabeth Warren herself is relatively poor, her wealth is only about 10 million, but Nancy Pelosi is worth around 100 million, so she will pay. The tax is similar to the so called Zakat in Sharia law which is 2.5% over a poverty minimum and is one of the five pillars in Islam. It is divided into eight parts. (One eighth is to support militant Jihad, but I digress)
The wealth tax is estimated to raise 2.5 trillion over ten years, far short of the estimated 50 trillion that medicare for all will cost over the same time period.
Sweden used to have a wealth tax, but so many rich people emigrated that it was removed and replaced with an ever increasing value added tax. It is now 25%.
Yes, that and a higher income tax just may be enough
In between first and second Peter we read two Psalms and the first chapter of Daniel
November 16: Psalm 143, Psalm 144, Daniel 1 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
Psalm 143, of David. There is hope, even in the deepest despair.
Psalm 144, of David. He is a man of war, but gives praise to God with a new song for God is the one who grants victory.
Daniel 1. This book is most probably written by Daniel during his life. This has been questioned because of the many, accurate prophesies in it. It begins with Daniel and three other Hebrew children are taken into the Babylonian King’s administration as interns, and are given new names. They refuse the non- kosher diet, and pass the test.
In between first and second Peter we read one chapter of Proverbs and the last chapter of Ezekiel.
November 15: Proverbs 22, Ezekiel 48 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
Proverbs 22, Proverbs of Solomon. This is a great chapter of wise advice, how to handle riches, and if not – how to come to poverty, how to raise children properly and how not to be a sluggard. It also contains some sayings of the wise.
Ezekiel 48 delineates the division of the land and tells of the Gates of the City. Finally the name of the Holy city shall be “The LORD is there.” (“Yahweh Shammah,”)
In between first and second Peter we read two Psalms and two chapters of Ezekiel.
November 14: Psalm, 141, Psalm 142, Ezekiel 46, Ezekiel 47 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
Psalm 141, of David.A short Psalm telling that confession without compromise comes before God’s protection and victory over evildoers.
Psalm 142, of David. When all strength fails “The LORD is my only refuge.”
Ezekiel 46, The prophet continues with the manner of worship and how offerings were to be prepared.
Ezekiel 47. This chapter is interesting. It tells of the river from the temple, the healing waters, trees by the river and the borders of the land.
Today we read the last chapter of 1 Peter and two chapters of Ezekiel.
November 13: 1 Peter 5, Ezekiel 44, Ezekiel 45 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
1 Peter 5. Elders, shepherd the flock, not for filthy lucre, but being examples of service and submission to God, in due time receiving a crown. Resist the devil, look to God “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” The letter ends with farewell greetings.
Ezekiel 44. The East Gate is to remain shut (this is important prophecy), only the Prince may sit inside the gate. Only clean people are are admitted to the temple, and there are many laws concerning priests.
Ezekiel 45. The dimensions of the holy district are defined, the properties of the city and as for the prince, execute justice, live in peace and live under the laws governing the prince, including keeping the feasts.
Today we read the fourth chapter of 1 Peter and two chapters of Ezekiel.
November 12: 1 Peter 4, Ezekiel 42, Ezekiel 43 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
1 Peter 4. The apostle urges the believers to serve God as the end of all things is near. Practice hospitality to the glory of Jesus Christ. Don’t be surprised when you suffer, remember it will be much worse for those who do not believe.
Ezekiel 42. The Prophet outlines the chambers for the priests and the dimensions of the temple.
Ezekiel 43, and the glory returns to the temple, the Lord’s dwelling place, the altar and the consecrating thereof.
Today we read the third chapter of 1 Peter and one chapter of Ezekiel.
November 11: 1 Peter 3, Ezekiel 41 (click on the chapter to begin reading).
1 Peter 3. The apostle speaks of submission, and it is mutual, both for husbands and wives, joint heirs with Christ. We are called to be a blessing, even during suffering for doing right, “be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear.” Remember Christ’s suffering and our redemption through his death and resurrection. Remember also Noah, 8 in all were saved to new life.
Ezekiel 41. The prophet continues describing the dimensions of the Sanctuary, the side chambers on the wall, the building at the western end and the design of the temple area.
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