Random Babbling: Recent Episodes
Justin Ziolkowski
New podcaster trying to tackle religion and politics. See how this rookie blends Reformed Theology and Libertarianism.
Sorry in advance for the audio quality.
I tackle on whether Protestants should observe Lent.
Articles:
"Lent or No Lent, Life Is War" by John Piper
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/lent-or-no-lent-life-is-war
"Should we observe Lent?" Orthodox Presbyterian Church
https://www.opc.org/qa.html?question_id=365
Westminster Confession of Faith
https://opc.org/wcf.html
"Yes and No: Lent and the Reformed Faith Today" by John D. Witvliet
https://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/yes-and-no-lent-and-the-reformed-faith-today
"Approaching Lent as a Reformed Christian" by Justin Smidstra
https://youngcalvinists.org/2014/04/17/approaching-lent-as-a-reformed-christian/
Scripture:
Ephesians 2
1 Peter 2:24
Isaiah 53:5
Romans 6:3-4
Luke 9:23
Romans 14:5-9
Sample Lent Schedule:
Worship Wednesday: Give Up Food
Read Romans 12:1
Pray for God to sustain us
Thirsty Thursday: Water Only
Read John 4:13-14
Pray for salvations in our church
Fellowship Friday: Give Up Time
Read Acts 2:42
Be in fellowship with one another
Selfie Saturday: Give Up Media
Read Mark 8:35
Pray for God to use you to expand His Kingdom
Celebration Sunday: No Fasting
Celebrate What Jesus has done for us!
Money Monday: Give Up Spending
Read Philippians 4:19
Pray for our church finances
Talking Tuesday: Give Up Negative Talk
Read 1 Peter 3:10
Pray a blessing over our church
My 2018 Primary Ballot
I.Intro
A.Announce we are on iHeartRadio
II.Open Primary
A.AKA “Jungle Primary”
B.Explain top two, regardless of party
C.Hurts third parties
D.Gives Dems. Stronghold
III.City (of Westminster) Measure E – NO
A.Changes mayoral term from 2 years to 4
B.Shorter Terms produce better results and better accountability
IV.State Level
A.Prop. 68 – NO
1.Funds parks, natural resource protection
2.Too costly to California
B.Prop. 69 – NO
1.New Transportation Revenue
2.More money to collect
C.Prop. 70 – NO
1.Supermajority Vote for use of Cap-and-Trade Fund
2.New Tax
D.Prop. 71 – NO
1.Changes effects of ballot measures from the day after to five days after
2.Will of the people
E.Superintendent of Public Instruction – Steven Ireland
1.Give a voice to parents
2.Almost for Tony Thurmond only because he wants to bring trade programs back to public schools.
F.State Assembly, 72nd District – ME
1.Want to see if I make Wikipedia as a “Write in” but not qualified
G.State Senator, 34th District – Janet Nguyen (R)
1.A rating from GOA
H.US House of Representatives, 47th District – David Clifford (R)
1.Republican who understands conservation
2.Tax credit to small businesses who pay over minimum wage
I.US Senator – Derrick Reid
1.Only Libertarian
J.State Board of Equalization, 4th District – Joel Anderson (R)
1.Tax payer advocate endorsed by taxpayer associations
K.Insurance Commissioner – Steve Poizner (I)
1.Experience
2.Turned department around
L.Attorney General – Eric Early (R)
1.Equal protection under the law
2.Constitutional
M.Treasurer – Jack Guerrero (R)
1.Understands Taxes, Econ
2.Not afraid to audit
3.Worked with State Controller and found wasteful and unlawful spending
N.Controller – Konstantinos Rodtis (R)
1.Wants to audit High-Speed Rail System
2.Repeal Gas Tax
O.Secretary of State – Gail Lightfoot (L)
1.Follow on Facebook
2.Fights for liberty
3.Been an active member of the LP for a long time
P.Lieutenant Governor – Tim Ferreira (L)
1.Only Libertarian
Q.Governor – Nickolas Wildstar (L)
1.Should be no surprise to you all, been pushing for him for a long time.
2.He was a guest on Random Babbling, please listen to interview
3.Can tell he fights for liberty by my interactions with him
4.Common man
5.He’s not Zoltan Istvan
a.Transhumanism
b.Universal Base Income advocate
6.Endorsed by:
a.LP of California (was supposed to be co-endorsed)
b.Multiple County-level LPs
c.“Mimi” Robson running for State Assembly 70th District
d.Young Americans for Liberty Recruitment Director, Tyler Kuskie
e.New York Governor Candidate, and prominent Libertarian Larry Sharpe
7.Wants to work for the people
I talk about what is money, why it is important, and the risks we have in our current monetary system.
Nickolas Wildstar Interview Agenda
1.Quick introduction
•Who you are
•Why you want to run for Governor of California
2.In need of raising $4,000 for filing fee
•Importance of getting a Libertarian on the ballot
•Challenges, including Prop. 14
3.Quick summary of your campaign
•What are some key items that can help California
•What makes you different than Zoltan Istvan
•Current topic of gun control
4.Ups and downs on the campaign trail
•Challenges
•Family life while campaigning
•Endorsements
5.Final thoughts
•Anything additional you want to add
DONATE: https://www.crowdpac.com/campaigns/324303/nickolas-wildstar
WEBSITE: http://www.Wildstar2018.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wildstar2018/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/therealqball
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/qbigga
SOUNDCLOUD - https://soundcloud.com/user-814587589
I discuss the theological concept of the assurance of salvation. We look at both the Arminian and Calvinist views; and compare them to Scripture.