Private interventions (NDE's) are unique to each person! Why?

Personally, I had an out-of-body experience back in the 70's. My experience felt like a 'floating' sensation as I watched myself observing the entire Milky Way Galaxy and our Solar System in motion. This expeience was not an event which I originated. It happened to me. My OBE experience must have been similar to what many call a NDE (near death experience). I also would suggest that a private spiritual experience with the glorified Jesus/Yeshua (or an angel) might also be similar. 

As I have said many times, my philosophy is based on this idea called Dualism. This philosophy assumes that my brain and mind are separate. This is contrary to what many thinkers assume when they claim that all reality is material/physical. A materialist mindset is based on the idea that both my brain and mind are one entity. Some call this Monism. I, however, believe that reality is really based upon Dualism. My consciousness (mind) is separate from my brain/body.

These experiences in the video above seem to support my viewpoint on issues of reality. There is a virtual self (soul) which is part of us but which transcends the material realm. I do not really experience this reality until I physically die. At the point of death, my virtual self (soul) leaves my material brain/body and separates itself. It enters a new realm of reality at the point of my death. Watch the above video until it ends as the ending reveals this philosophy which I call Dualism. I am more than my body/brain and I suggest you are also.

As I wrote in a recent missive regarding my mother and my sister. Each had a separate experience with a virtual being who they called the glorified Jesus. This experience was a private (unique) experience for each person. My mother claims that she survived a near death experience when she was near death (due to a mental depression). She claims that the glorified Jesus intervened and saved her from her potential death experience. My sister's experience was different but nearly as profound. Each would need to describe their experience in words and images if one is to comprehend the experience.

What is real, however, is that we are NOT material beings. In reality, I have a spirit component within me (call it a soul) which acts to give me my consciousness. I assume that you are similar. If this is valid, then we need not fear death. Death is merely a transition to another realm of reality. God is our Potter (designer) and I am the Clay. This means that all is determined from birth to physical death. Amazing. What happens on this planet is MUCH beyond my/your comprehension. We merely get a glimpse of reality as we live our lives in the NOW.

Here is another video which gives additional evidence on our dual realities:

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.

Russia has nearly completed its BOUNDARY territory! What's Next?

According to Putin, Russia needs a boundary territory to protect its security interest from NATO! This has been the official policy of Putin for the past two plus years. Russia views NATO as an alliance which threatens Russian hegemony as a Nation. I have also expressed this viewpoint for the past two plus years. Putin will not give up this recently annexed territory as most of the people speak Russian and desire to be part of greater Russia. Putin has over 80% support from his people on this issue.

As of today, Russia is advancing to the northeast and will soon take Vovchansk, then Russian forces will eventually need to take control over Kharkiv (Ukraine's 2nd largest city). To protect its security from Ukraine's forces, Russia will eventually need to control all the territory around Kharkiv. Ukraine will attempt to block this takeover but this is unlikely to prevail. Russia must protect its security interests and this is obvious to me. There is no hope for Ukraine given the current situation.

Washington is pumping in billions of dollars so Ukraine can continue this war of conquest. Biden will lose this war and my sense is that Trump (if elected in November) will concede the territory that Russia now controls...to Russia. Ukraine will become a Rump State and Zelenskyy will hide (with his billions) at some venue in Europe. The only other alternative is for the West (Washington/NATO) to start World War III over these issues. Russia must protect its security interests in order to continue as a State. China, North Korea, Iran will back Russia in this effort. 

The war mentality of the WEST is futile IMO as Russia is a nuclear power with the military means to protect its perceived interests. Also, China will back Russia as they also need to protect their security interests. The WEST is barking up a fallen tree with no ability to change these core factors. Look at the map above to discern the territory which Russia now controls. Does anyone THINK that Russia will fold to the futile 'barking' of the WEST? Furthermore, Biden is a failed politician who is spending America's dollars with no consideration of our debt and deficits. Biden is a failed leader and my sense is that he will be history soon!

Any new administration will bow to Russian needs for their SECURITY. It is obvious, to me, that any military leader should be able to discern these core factors. Washington is totally in the dark on these issues and Blinken is now playing his guitar (over in Kiev) to show his failed mindset (on this war situation) to the Ukrainian public. It's a total JOKE to those of us who THINK for a living. We now need to STOP the war over in the Ukraine and start a new negotiation. Biden will soon be history as the WEST's supreme leader IMO! We have some 175 days to the election of 2024. I doubt that Biden will survive (as a 2nd term leader).

America is technically bankrupt and yet Biden wants billions of new dollars for Ukraine and also Israel. Is this folly or what? If you want some current wisdom on the situation in Israel and Ukraine listen to Scott Ritter. This military commentator has some wisdom that most lack!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KheKZ-b-99I

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.

Evidence of 'Resurrection' has been destroyed but 'Glorification' is plausible!

This bodily resurrection (of Jesus) is a myth/fantasy for me. Science, experience, and history demonstrate that bodily resurrections do not happen on planet Earth. But the idea of a 'glorification' is a valid concept! Should the Church Age end now that bodily resurrections have been debunked?

Religion has been corrupted in many areas (since the start of our Church Age) but there is one experience which I think is valid in real-time. The concept is called 'glorification'. Another concept (similar to glorification) is the 'passing away' of one's virtual self (at physical death). Today, we have millions of testimonies that Near Death Experiences (NDE) are real/happening. This also goes for Out of body experiences (I had this back in the mid seventies). So some concepts of religion are valid and others are problematic. We must think in real-time to discern!

The one idea which I think is valid in the theology of Paul (of Tarsus) is his visionary experience on the road to Damascus. This vision experience totally changed the life of Saul (later Paul) and this is an experience which has happened to millions since the days of Paul. What does this vision experience prove in real-time? It proves that the risen (glorified) Yeshua/Jesus was a real event of history. Jesus/Yeshua did get 'glorified' after his physical death at Golgotha. In other words, Yeshua's virtual self did continue to live on in a new realm.

The life of a virtual self is what I call this experience when the self (soul) passes from the death body of a person. At the point of death my brain/heart dies and this produces my dead physical body. But does this END my life? I don't think so! What happens is that my 'virtual' self (passes from my body) and enters this new realm of the spirit. It is impossible to KILL my spirit self (soul) as this entity is eternal. Socrates was right when he said that he was 'immortal'. He understood that his non-material soul continues to live on.

Socrates was not fearful of death as he was convinced (rightly) that the non-material essence of a person (the soul) continues to live on in a new realm. Yeshua/Jesus also experienced this reality when he died at Golgotha in 33 A.D. Immediately, at the point of physical death his 'spirit' (soul) was glorified. Who did this 'glorification'? It was Father God who did this. Father God 'glorified' Yeshua/Jesus and allowed him to ascend to his Throne in this new realm of reality (called the VIRTUAL realm). Those who claim that Yeshua/Jesus is alive need to give Father God the Glory.

Once this 'glorification' happened (at the point of death) a new life emerges (immediately). Yeshua/Jesus is now at the right-hand-side of his God (in this new realm). Since we all live in the NOW (always) I or you can experience this 'glorified' realm to some extent (even while in the flesh). A NDE (near death experience) and/or a OBE (out-of-body) experience demonstrates the reality of this situation. Also, since Yeshua/Jesus is alive (at this very moment) he can ACT to intervene in human affairs. My mother was one person who claims that she had an 'intervention' of Jesus. This happened back in 1950 when Elsa (my mother) had a major mental breakdown (due to the false diagnosis and death of her son in 1948).

This false diagnosis of diphtheria by our local doctor (led to this mental depression and the eventual intervention of the living Jesus in the life of mother Elsa). Mother claims that without this intervention of the living Jesus (in her situation) she would certainly have died. What does this prove in real-time? For me, this proves that the living (glorified) Jesus is active today (everyday) in the life of select person's. A similar intervention happened to my sister back in 1968. The real-time 'glorified' Jesus intervened and changed (completely the life and marriage of my sister). It happened in real-time and this proves that this is REAL.

The idea that Paul of Tarsus had a vision on the road to Damascus is believable for me. This vision experience completely changed the life and character of Paul (his prior name was Saul) and then this person went on his Evangelization tour so as to demonstrate that his vision had real-time meaning. I disagree with much of Paul's later theology (his idea that I am 'saved' by the blood of a dead Jesus) but I do not question this real-time vision experience which Paul had. This vision experience proves that a 'glorified' Yeshua/Jesus is alive and well (in real-time) NOW. Millions of select believers give testimony to this reality!

The idea that the historical dead Jesus/Yeshua was resurrected (bodily) after his death on the cross is not believable for me (however). Science and common sense tell me that NONE get bodily resurrected after a real death experience. This story in our New Testament is an INVENTED story IMO. It was probably based on the philosophy that dead bodies (eventually get resurrected). This belief was handed down by the Jews (Pharisees) and then this TEXT in the New Testament was used to INVENT this story that Jesus/Yeshua was bodily resurrected (some three days after Golgotha). This story is fantasy/myth/false IMO.

So we do have real-time (NOW) evidence of 'glorification' (at the point of physical death) but we do NOT have real-time evidence of a bodily resurrection. The idea of a bodily resurrection is pure myth/fantasy IMO. My recommendation is that thinkers abandon this false RESURRECTION story and adopt this REAL 'glorification' reality which is demonstrated in real-time via NDE, OBE, and vision experiences. It is also demonstrated by experiences such as that of my MOTHER and also my SISTER.

Think on this as you reject much of the text of scripture that is based on stories of fantasy. Our New Testament (and also some of the Torah) reveal that religion can be corrupted by scribes and writers who desire to PROMOTE a belief system which is not based on a NOW experience. Reality is a NOW experience and this is how we can rule out beliefs based on false stories, myths, and inventions of human imagination. A living/glorified Yeshua/Jesus (subordinate to the Father) is realistic IMO. We have millions of testimonies that validate this reality. Is Jesus coming a 2nd time to planet Earth (in the flesh)? This is doubtful. His action is NOW within the 'glorified' realm (also called the human CONSCIOUSNESS)!

Consciousness is our evidence that our virtual self continues to live after our physical death. My view is that this will become ubiquitous in the coming years. It will be SELF-EVIDENT to thinkers and believers! That is my viewpoint. Think for yourself on these issues of reality. I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

177 Days to World Chaos! My predictions as of today!

America's election is now only 177 days away. November 5 will arrive fast once the Conventions are over. The Republican convention is in July and the Democratic is in August. The big news (today) is centered around this Narcissist whom we call Donald John Trump (now 77 years of age). This sexual pervert will likely (so it seems) be our next President (#47). The current trial (called the Stormy Daniels trial) centers on the sexual exploits of a younger Donald (2006) and this gives us a glimpse of the character of this leader. He lies and covers up much of his past and this also applies to our current President, Joseph Biden. Does any of this portent well for America?

Why did the Donald pay Stormy some $130,000 to silence her voice prior to the 2016 election? It's all about politics and deception (so it seems). The Donald is obviously not a leader with moral character. But with Biden in a similar boat (lack of moral character) this leaves us with the LESSER of two evils for 2024 (so it seems). Events could change all this as we still have 177 days until the election. I remember the saga with Hillary in 2016. This lady did all she could to cover up her character flaws. Hillary lost to the Donald (in the last days of 2016) because of her lies about her tapes, etc. We might witness another similar saga with either Biden and/or Trump prior to the current election.

The American voter is secretly seeking some new candidates for this coming election in November. Could a Black Swan event happen prior to this election? Many are betting that this might occur. Vivek Ramaswamy, who many think could be Trump's running mate, thinks that Biden may step down prior to the election. He wants Trump to win by a landslide and this could happen if Biden folds prior to the election. My sense is that some event will happen prior to the election. I have no idea what this might be but I do sense that most American voters dislike both Trump and Biden.

This coming election will likely BRING us chaos and collapse (if not prior to the election then certainly after the election). America can not continue much longer with the status quo. Our financial house of cards must create some chaos soon (if not now, then certainly by election time). America also has a totally polarized Congress and this is unlikely to improve going forward. Money and politics (along with religion and science) should play a major part in this coming CHAOS. 2024 could be historic and my sense is that the election of 2024 could be America's last. Our EMPIRE is soon over!

Our global situation is now a house of cards and WAR is adding to the mix. Russia, China, Iran, and the East will not co-operate with America's Deep State. This new entity called the BRICS will assert itself in the coming months and years. The philosophy of the BRICS is counter to that of the West. The vision of the BRICS is destined  to promote a multi-polar world system. The West must promote a uni-polar world as the West can not survive in a multi-polar system. Personally, I see the WEST declining in influence going forward. Our future involves a decentralization of the global society even as our WEST continues to promote more centralization.

All these forces will emerge in this coming election of 2024 (now merely 177 days future). This countdown will reach a crescendo come July and August. As I write it is May 11, 2024. The next 90 days will give us a sense of how events might play out. Both the Donald and Joseph Biden are seriously flawed leaders given the nature of our problems. Neither can govern with wisdom or moral character IMO. This means that CHAOS is coming in the near future for America and the World. Stormy Daniels gives us some FLAVOR for what might emerge going forward. Mr. Trump and Mr. Biden will apply the other seasoning. 

How can anyone have confidence in America given current events? Money is papering over the issues as of today. Our Financial Index indicators allow American's to spend and live high for now. But all this is ephemeral and fleeting. My sense is that some type of Black Swan event is on the horizon. The Total Solar Eclipse provided me with evidence that Judgement is Coming. Did you sense similar? For now all is hush/hush on these types of events. But all will change once our financial house of cards starts to crumble. That has been our HISTORY!

That is my viewpoint on our situation. Chaos is coming to planet Earth and we all should witness some of this chaos prior to the END of 2024. I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

Some Amazing Factors which promote DIGITAL money! Let's Review!

Our global economy is now 95% digital (with respect to monetary transactions). Most of the WEST is 97% digital. Paper money is being abandoned and Cash is now mostly digital currencies. There are many advantages to an economy with digital money. One computer (operating behind closed doors) can manipulate/pump-up the various stock indices with the click of a computer key. This is what now happens within these digital/virtual financial markets.

Also, our Central Bank which controls these master computers which manipulate the stock indices daily, love this situation as sentiment can be manipulated to give the impression that all is well (even as the general economy is less than healthy). All my friends at the clubhouse (investors) think that an up DOW index means that the general economy is good/healthy/strong. This, to me, is pure deception! Deception works, however, as few think about how our SYSTEM works in real-time!

For example, the last seven days have resulted in an UP Dow Index and this means that our economy is growing and healthy (say the pundits on TV). If both the NASDAQ, S & P 500, and the DOW all go up then this must mean that the economy is strong and healthy. Sentiment is key and our Plunge Protection personnel can manipulate these indices so as to give the impression that our economy is strong. Our media follows this lead and spreads the word that all is well with our economy.

Did you know that our New York Fed has some 500 day traders trading our markets from their venue in New York? Who gives these day traders their trading instructions (as the media is not allowed to interview these traders). The Fed has a trading venue in New York and also in Chicago. You can bet that these traders take their orders from our Central Planners (who all operate behind closed doors). Is Jerome Powell part of this cabal of manipulators? My sense is absolutely. Are select commercial bankers also behind this manipulation of our markets? My sense is absolutely!

Our Central Banks rule over all our global markets (called our economy) and these policy-makers can talk to each other so as to influence/manipulate all our global markets in real-time. It's all being done via select master computers which operate BEHIND closed doors (at these select venues). We have no real free markets today. All is managed/manipulated/influenced by experts who work for our Central Bankers. Our money is now DIGITAL/VIRTUAL and this means that THINKING produces action. Money created out-of-nothing is the mantra!

Pushing the buttons of a master computer in New York, Tokyo, London, or Frankfurt can change our stock indices in seconds/minutes. As of today, our pundits (within the media and Wall Street) THINK that our economy is strong/healthy/growing. This may be PARTLY valid but it is also MOSTLY invalid. Money rules this planet and those in CONTROL over money determine what happens in real-time. Sentiment is being manipulated so as to produce a positive trading environment. It is working for now! The END GAME is approaching, however!

As I write, the Western financial markets seem strong and growing (based on the various index measures). But all this is illusionary and it could END suddenly. The BRICS nations are working on changing all this with their various manipulations (de-dollarizations). My sense is that the BRICS will become significant manipulators (countering the dollar) in the coming weeks and months. All this will gradually change our global markets and this could be DIRE for the dollar economy (in 2025). We must continue to WATCH the actions of the BRICS nations. Russia, China, Brazil, India, South Africa and some 40 other nations which are working to change this situation with the dollar. It may take another year to manifest itself.

The coming election in America (November 5, 2024) could be significant in changing our economy and the actions of our Fed. If Donald Trump wins in November, he is likely to fire Fed policy makers so as to create his own economic policies. The Donald is not that knowledgeable on issues of our economy IMO. He will surely screw things up big time. Biden is no better but as of today he has the favor of our Central Planners at the Fed. All can change suddenly/quickly, however, as digital money is really a manipulated system which must crash when SENTIMENT wanes (seriously). So far, our Plunge Protection team has the trends (and the sentiment) going in their FAVOR.

Yes, DIGITAL money does create many favorable situations for our Central Planners (who operate behind closed doors). They can use a select master computer to initiate money manipulations in any digital market on this planet. All these Central Planners work together to create our global economic brain. They work in a NETWORK to keep the markets from crashing. Creating positive sentiment is key to their policies. Our Dow Index has been manipulated UP for the last seven days (and actually the past 15 years). We could be at 40,000 next week if this continues. Does this mean our economy is strong/healthy/growing? I don't think so! In 2009, our Dow Index was a mere 6,900. 

All is going to change in the near future IMO. My sense is some time prior to November 5. The SHIT will hit the fan and then my clubhouse investors may start to THINK on their own. As of today, these investors/friends disprove of any negative talk about our markets. They desire more money in their digital accounts. This gives them a positive sentiment and new spending can continue as long as this sentiment continues. The END GAME is arriving IMO but it may not happen until later in 2024 (near the election time). Think for yourself to discern these tit bits of reality! 

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

Core Assumptions underlying a Kingdom Model for our Planet!

It is obvious that our global financial system, our global political system, and our global philosophical system is seriously broken and dysfunctional. Our current system can not work for everyone...going forward. It favors the few who rule over us and those with WEALTH and money power. We need a NEW MODEL for our planet which is inclusive for everyone...and this implies that we also need core ASSUMPTIONS which model reality in the NOW. 

Many of our current assumptions about reality are no longer valid for our new age which is emerging. Our man ruled system has produced assumptions which favor those in POWER and those with WEALTH. This means that we now need to think in terms of NEW ASSUMPTIONS which are valid for everyone in real-time. Assumptions which provide each individual with autonomy. What might be some of these assumptions? Let's list the core assumptions (as I envision them):

1. Reality (today) is subjective and everyone has a unique point-of-view. So called 'objective' reality is no longer valid. We have been living with the idea that reality can be determined objectively (say by religion, philosophy, or science) and this is no longer valid thinking. There is NO objective reality that can be imposed upon everyone by a select few. Religion (each/every religion) is subjective. Science is subjective. Theology is subjective. Philosophy is subjective. Subjective means that no-one can discover an absolute set of assumptions which are valid for everyone (in real-time). God is the only objective person and this person is not ruling (on planet Earth) with one objective set of assumptions. Witness all the unique points-of-view on this planet. Each person has a unique POINT-OF-VIEW (this is our current situation). There are zero objective/absolute viewpoints.

2. Reality is lived (always) in the NOW. This seems obvious to anyone who thinks seriously about events as they happen. There is no PAST or FUTURE (except within my/your memory). And memories are accessed in the NOW (always). I live in the NOW and act in the NOW. I assume you do likewise. Consciousness is a NOW experience. Life continues from birth to death as a NOW experience. We need this ASSUMPTION for our new age. All the PAST and FUTURE scenarios are only expressions (imaginations) derived from memories and thinking in the NOW. Visualize our global society (right now). We have some 8.5 billion points-of-view and each point-of-view experiences reality as a NOW event (within their subjective consciousness). NOW is our reality (assumption) for this new age.

3. Reality reveals that each person is an agent (not a principal). Who can play God for everyone? I say none! No-one can play God and rule this planet with objectivity (for everyone). This means that each person is an AGENT of a Higher Intelligence (Authority)...not a Principal. Our new MODEL needs to assume that each person lives as an AGENT of a Higher Authority (Intelligence). This means that we all are EQUALS (under this Higher Authority). Equality (of personhood) is our core ASSUMPTION for this coming new age. Think on this! Everyone is an EQUAL!

4. Reality needs to function with a DECENTRALIZED model (it takes a village) for ruling and administering this new system (now emerging). Our current attempt to CENTRALIZE the entire global society under a system where the FEW rule is not valid or workable. This centralized mindset of our elites can not bring freedom and/or happiness to the world society. A ONE WORLD CENTRALIZED SYSTEM is what our elites desire but this type of system only brings enslavement for the many. We need to ASSUME that a DECENTRALIZED world will function so that everyone can participate in its governance. Each village will function independently and also with assistance from everyone (via our internet world). Think of decentralizing the planet for this new age which is emerging.

5. Reality needs to ASSUME that individual FREEDOM is a core principal (need) for this coming new age. Each person must view himself as EQUAL (in personhood) with everyone else (not better or worse). This is a mindset which is core for this coming new age (model). Individual freedom (and equality) can not emerge given our current global system of enslavement. The few prosper (under our current system) and function with some freedom but the many are enslaved to the ruling regime/system. Political democracy produces a form of mob rule where the minority imposes their will on the whole. This is our current system in America and the West. Our new age ASSUMPTION must be based upon FREEDOM for each individual. The INDIVIDUAL must be supreme not the STATE.

6. Reality needs to ASSUME that money is an invented idea which is no longer valid for a new age of freedom and happiness for the individual. In reality, money, is no-where within our current material universe. This idea (money) was invented (by man) to serve mankind in an age of scarcity. Scarcity meant that this tool (called money) could help with increasing production, distribution, and valuation of all assets. We are now entering an age of abundance and this means that everyone can live without money and still have extreme WEALTH and ABUNDANCE for all needs and desires. There is no need for MONEY in our new age which is emerging. A key ASSUMPTION for this new age is the elimination of money for planet Earth.

7. Reality (in our new age) must assume that our Higher Source (Intelligence) is the real OWNER of planet Earth. All resources are OWNED by our Higher Source (Creator) and each individual (on planet Earth) is an agent of this Source. This means that sharing of all RESOURCES is a core ASSUMPTION. With money being eliminated this reality (of sharing God's resources) will be desired by everyone. All debts will be eliminated. All value will be shared so that everyone can prosper and grow their wealth. Think of our invisible KING (within our consciousness) as the real OWNER of planet Earth and our entire material universe. You and I are servants/agents of this Higher Authority. This ASSUMPTION must be CORE!

The above principals seem valid for our NEW MODEL that is emerging (after the current model/system collapses). There may be other ASSUMPTIONS which will need to be added to this list of core assumptions. But we now need to start thinking about a NEW MODEL (set of assumptions) for planet Earth. The OLD is perishing and the NEW is emerging. Give these principals some reflection at your leisure. They seem valid to me. Have a great day!

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

Storm Coming: Buffet/Trump! In 2024 for sure!

 

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So far the economic storm which crashes the markets has yet to appear. Yet the conditions are easy to discern. This means that the STORM is coming and my bet is 2024...prior to the election of November 5. This event will likely favor Trump over Biden (but the margin may be close). If Kennedy gains some traction the election could end up in the House and this could destroy all the consensus conclusions. No-one knows what could happen as our citizens are confused and they change their preferences daily as events change. As of today, Donald Trump appears to be the nominee who has the most traction. But anything could happen between now and November.

The financial storm (which Buffet/Trump perceive) could change everything in a moments notice. Voters view the economy as KEY to their vote. Biden seems to be leading as of today but this lead is ephemeral. My sense is that Biden's economic policies will bring us the coming STORM. In reality, however, it is the FED which is behind all this chaos. Let's review some factors that will influence this STORM:

1. Interest rates are key. The past 14 months have resulted in mortgage rates going from 2% to 7.5%. This has caused an affordability issue for the vast number of buyers. Most first time buyers can not afford the payments which result from a typical residential mortgage. This means less buyers in the marketplace. At some point this will cause prices to decline and many borrowers to default on their existing mortgage obligations.

2. This same situation will affect the commercial real estate markets. Higher interest rates cause 'values' to decline and eventually borrowers (with non-recourse loans) to default. The lending banks will get a flood of new properties (returned) and much lower values. This could lead to a domino effect in these markets. Personally, I expect this domino event to start in 2024. Our Fed is the cause and most know that this institution is behind all this financial turmoil.

3. Warren Buffet has 20% of his portfolio in CASH as of today. Warren has some $167 billion in cash and this represents some 20% of his total investment portfolio. Warren says that a STORM is coming. If anyone knows our situation it is Buffet.

4. Donald Trump is likely (as of today) to be our next President and he says that Biden's strong dollar policy is killing our economy. The Donald wants lower interest rates and a weak dollar (so exports can grow). This mindset can not work in today's bubble financial world IMO. Inflation and soon mass deflation will produce a greater depression for the American economy. We may get lower interest rates but 'values' of real estate and other durable assets will be a greater problem. America's DEBT will reach unsupportable levels if Trump gets elected. We live with a HOUSE of CARDS!

5. As I write the stock markets continue to go UP and UP (with brief pauses). This is pure manipulation by our Plunge Protection Team at the Fed. Our PE ratios are now at historic levels and this means the stock market BUBBLE is about to burst. This will happen some time prior to the election of 2024 IMO. It may happen next week. The Total Solar Eclipse is still my messenger which SCREAMS that America's Judgment Day is coming. My sense is that this will start in 2024 and most likely prior to November 5.

6. The number of listings has increased in my area by 50% since one year prior. This means that sales are slowing and demand is drying up. This trend will continue and the breaking point is surely this year (2024). I can not envision this situation continuing into 2025. There is a LAG in the markets but this lag is now reaching 24 months. This means that a breaking point is very near. Watch the events in America as we will most likely LEAD the planet into this greater financial STORM.

7. No one can forecast any of these events precisely (to the day, week, or month). But the general SEASON is here and the pointers POINT to a STORM starting in 2024. Both Warren Buffet and Donald Trump do comprehend the DIRE situation for America. But neither has a solution. My view is that we need a NEW MODEL for the planet. Keynesian debt economics is OVER. It has been 90 years in the making. FDR started this MODEL in 1934. The model was flawed from the beginning. Most economists were aware of the unlimited DEBT issue (which this model produces). This would create an END POINT for this model. The end point is NOW (2024)!

The fireworks should start prior to November 5 (America's election day). I will be voting for a NEW MODEL for our planet. I will write in my Higher Power for King. I can not envision any man centered solution given the nature of our problems. War and financial chaos has arrived in spades for our planet. This points to an END POINT (and the Total Solar Eclipse was the harbinger IMO). God rules in the affairs of men! Think for yourself on all these issues.

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.

Jewish/Christian 'words'do not mean the same! Why?

I recently attended a Christian Nazarene Church in Tucson and noticed obvious Schizophrenia in their congregation. After the service was over I asked the Pastor why the Schizophrenia? I pointed out that the songs presented all worshiped Jesus and the prayer (after the songs) was addressed to the Father. What's going on I asked. The Pastor said it is based on their belief in the Trinity. Then he scooted away so I could not follow up with another question. Why all the different theological meanings when I compare Jewish theology with Christian theology? Let's review!

1. Let's first address the 'word' God. God is merely a title and has no real meaning until one is aware of which God is a presenter meaning/referencing. Christians will jump from Jesus to the Father and back when presenting their sermons to their congregation. This implies TWO Gods at the minimum. If the Holy Spirit is added we end up with three Gods. Jews view this as theological Schizophrenia and/or idolatry. Three God person's in one Godhead is not representative of the God of Israel (say the Jews). Jews use the 'word' God to mean ONE person on the Throne. They call their God HaShem and/or the God of Israel. Christians think they also worship the God of Israel but for them this God is a Trinity (three god person's). Who has it right? Personally, I reject this Christian doctrine of the Trinity. I agree with Thomas Jefferson and my Jewish believers on this issue.

2. Another 'word' which is confusing when studying Jewish/Christian theology are the 'words' son of God. Christians generally view SON of God as pointing to Deity. They say that their Jesus is the SON of God and also God the Son. This implies that Jesus is Deity and/or part of Deity. My Jewish brethren will generally say that Son of God means merely that Jesus/Yeshua was a human man who is similar of all of us humans. He was a 'son' and/or 'child' of the God of Israel (HaShem/Father). I would qualify as a 'son' of God. My wife would be a 'daughter' of God. Jew's point to the Torah as their reference point where HaShem/Yahweh called Moses a 'son' of God. David was a 'son' of God. Isaiah was a 'son' of God, etc. None of this points to Deity (say the Jews). Personally, I agree with the Jewish theology on this issue. I am a 'son' of God and you are also (son or daughter).

3. Another 'word' which gets interpreted differently is this word Messiah. Christians point to their Greek manuscripts and this leads to the 'word' Christ (as Messiah) in comparison to Messiah in Hebrew. Christ is part of Deity for Christians and this means that Jesus Christ is God in the flesh. The Evangelist, Paul, viewed Christ as part of the Deity and this led to the theology of the Trinity (by 325 A.D.). Jews reject this theology and say that their Messiah (yet to arrive) is a mere human man who is anointed (similar to prophet David and or this Gentile Cyrus who was also called a Messiah for allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem after their 70 year exile). Jews claim that their Messiah (in Hebrew) will FEAR God and bring the planet peace when he arrives on the scene. Christians think differently. Personally, I tend to agree with the Jewish concept of Messiah and not the Christian concept (mostly based upon Greek text).

4. Another 'word' which gets interpreted differently is that concept called 'resurrection'. Both Jews and Christians (with maybe some exceptions) view this 'word' resurrection as a bodily resurrection. Jesus was bodily resurrected after some three days in the grave (two days if Friday was his death). Paul gives a confusing message on this 'word' resurrection. Sometimes he implies that 'absent the body, present with the Lord'. This implies no bodily resurrection for Yeshua/Jesus. Personally, I reject this bodily resurrection concept as I view my real SELF as virtual/spiritual. I have a 'spirit' component within me which I call my virtual self and/or my consciousness. This virtual self lives on after my body is dead (in the grave). I pass on to this virtual realm and continue to live in this realm. My 'word' for all this is 'glorification' at point of physical death. My spirit self gets 'glorified' at the point of my physical/bodily death. This happens immediately at death when my 'spirit' leaves my body. For me there was NO bodily resurrection for Yeshua/Jesus (as we find within Christianity). When he gave up his 'spirit' the Father (HaShemj) immediately 'glorified' his virtual self. He then ascended to this virtual/spiritual realm (immediately). As he said to the thief at Golgotha, "today you will be with me in Paradise". 

5. A Jewish concept which I reject is the viewpoint that Yeshua/Jesus did not get 'glorified' and that he did not 'ascend' to the Father at the point of death. Most Jewish rabbi's say that Jesus/Yeshua was a mere man and his body is matter/dirt which has not been 'glorified'. He is dead like all Jews that die on this planet. There is no 'after life' which continues. I reject this viewpoint as I have ample evidence that Yeshua/Jesus did 'ascent' to the Father (Yahweh) and that he is currently at the 'right-hand' side of Father God (at this moment). Millions of believers have had real-time experiences with this glorified Jesus and this proves to me that he is alive and well in this virtual/spiritual realm. My mother is one example of having a real-time experience with the 'glorified' Jesus. My sister is another example. There are millions of others who claim likewise. This proves that the Jewish theology on this issue is INVALID. Jesus/Yeshua is currently subordinate to the Father (but acting as an 'agent' of the Father as he continues to promote the Kingdom Age). I view Revelation 4 and 5 as valid text for this belief.

6. Christians and Jews also view their scripture differently. Christians look to their Greek manuscripts as their reference point for their theology. The Septuagint is quite possibly the most important translation of the Bible (for Christians). It was considered by Philo and Josephus to be on an equal footing with the Hebrew Bible. It was preferred to the Hebrew by the Early Christian Church. And it sheds much-needed light on the development of the New Testament. Still, many Christians today have little to no knowledge of it.) Jews look to their Hebrew scripture as authoritative and view the Christian/Greek Septuagint as partially flawed. Jews claim that Hebrew was the language of God and they view this language as essential for interpreting concepts of theology. All this produces different MEANINGS for believers who seek truth and validity in their text. We all need wisdom and discernment when we listen to the SPIN of theological presenters. 

7. Finally, Christians have adopted a 2nd Coming of their Messiah Jesus while Jews are looking for the First Coming of their Messiah. Christians are now seeking an escape from the coming period called Jacobs Trouble. This escape is called The Rapture. So the eschatology of the Christians is much different from that of the Jews. I expect a big theological battle on all these issues after the global economy crashes. Our future is tied to these concepts of Prophesy IMO. Christians have their truth and Jews have theirs. Each of us must discern the SPIN on words which each religion espouses. SPIN is what I witness on the Internet as I listen to all the different viewpoints and interpretations. Truth is obviously RELATIVE and this means that each person must do their OWN thinking on all these issues of reality/theology. Schizophrenia is everywhere in today's world of prophesy. It may be WISE to question each expert's viewpoint and not to accept concepts which lead to confusion. Simplicity is my MOTTO. Have a great day! 

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.

Let's Talk on Issues of Economics/Finance/Politics! What's happening?

Trump is currently leading Biden by some 9% as of today (April 30), according to a new CNN poll. If the election were held today, Trump would win easily (assuming no fraud or election ballot multiplication by the forces which back Biden). So what does the Donald desire for our economy (as of today's WSJ)? He wants to devalue our dollar so as to advance exports and promote more economic growth. Our current trade deficit is over $1 trillion. Amazing! Would this work? I say absolutely not.

A devaluation of our dollar would advance spending, inflation, and force the markets to increase interest rates. None of this would be good for our consumer economy. I think Mr. Trump is barking up the wrong tree on issues of finance/economics. But the policies of Powell may also be detrimental for our economy. As of today, house prices are much beyond the affordability of the main stream buyers. Current interest rates produce a 30 year mortgage rate of 7.5% or more. This will bring chaos to our housing market (eventually). 

The policies in economics are mostly dire as America's DEBT is now much beyond repaying. This awareness will force Powell to keep interest rates high (relatively) and this means real PAIN for our housing markets (also our commercial real estate markets). What we need is a cleansing of debt from all our markets but this is unlikely under our current Keynesian regime. We must wait for a real crash in these markets before anything positive can be done for our children and grand children.

So what is happening over in Argentina and Zimbabwe? Both these nations are experimenting with new currencies to see if they can solve their economic problems. Argentina wants to issue a $20,000 Peso (to follow later with a $50,000 Peso). Will this work for Argentina? I don't think so. Sound money must be restored if Argentina is going to survive. This is unlikely to happen as Milei (the new leader) does not understand money issues IMO. A sound money solution would require that the Peso be tied to gold and then made convertible into gold (at the option of the public). This was the only solution which worked for America. The key concept is 'convertibility'!

Prior to convertibility, however, a new currency must be DEFINED in terms of something tangible (say gold or silver). Once a currency is defined, then the government can offer this option of 'convertibility' to the public (based upon this definition). America, defined our dollar (originally) as 371.25 grains of silver. This then allowed our banking system to exchange (convert) a dollar into silver at this defined ratio. Convertibility was a function of our dollar policy until FDR days when this option was removed. Since 1934, America's public has not had any option to 'convert' a dollar into silver and/or gold. Our dollar is now a mere item of 'faith' (meaningless and worthless)!

Over in Zimbabwe, they are trying to create a new ZIG currency which they claim is tied to gold. In reality, it is NOT convertible into gold by the public. This means that over issuance of this currency will happen in time (it always does). I say that within ONE year, this Zig currency will be trash. Again, the central authorities do not understand sound money. A centralized currency issued by a Central Bank never works long term. Money gets multiplied as loans are made and this eventually leads to inflation and then hyper-inflation. Our central planners never seem to learn. What's needed is a decentralized currency system with full convertibility into gold (at the option of the public). This, however, will never be promoted by a CENTRAL BANK (or by any nation on planet Earth).

What we really need is to abolish these Central Banks and then decentralize the entire economic system. My view is that we need to rid the markets of all these phony/imaginary/fake currencies and promote a NEW system which is based upon direct production/consumption where our Smart Phone Apps get used to distribute goods and services. All these fake digital currencies are anathema to sound economic policy (in today's world of the internet). Money must be eliminated from all markets and then we need to decentralize the system so that direct consumption is balanced with production. This could be done via our Smart Phone Apps and with a new education of the public on issues of economics/philosophy.

Our current system is totally corrupt (bankrupt) and it is impossible to resurrect the current corrupt model (which many call Capitalism/Keynesianism). This model has run its course (now some 90 years) and we need to start thinking about our children and grand children who will inherit the system in the next few  years. Continuing with a bankrupt system that only gets worse over time is an INSANE mindset. We need to think anew and promote a system which is valid for our children and grand children. The Baby Boom generation has corrupted the current system (and it is now BEYOND repair). Think on these things as you watch Trump and Biden fight over policies that ONLY make events more DIRE for everyone.

The election of 2024 (now less than 200 days) will bring the world chaos and breakdown. That is my viewpoint as our finance system is totally broken. Witness the numbers here: www.usdebtclock.org. Nothing can save this system as the MODEL has run its course. Our debt based system started in 1934 (under this model called Keynesianism) and it is now over 90 years old. The debt is our problem and everyone knew (back in 1934) that a day of reckoning would arrive. That day is NOW! A better day is coming, but it likely will not be in 2024 (or after)!

Trump/Biden/Kennedy will likely fight it out during the coming election of 2024. The language could become ugly when we get to October and early November. The election is November 5, 2024. Can anyone SAVE America given our current situation? Is MAGA even possible?

Have a great day! I am: Donald B. Swenson, Ecnomist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

Let's Talk on the REALITY of death! Is it an Event to Worry About?

Yesterday, a relative of mine died in Sweden. Was this anything to worry over? I live in a community of older retired person's and death happens nearly every week to someone I knew (casually). The death decade in my community is in the 80's and low 90's. Most seem to 'pass on' into this VIRTUAL realm in their 80's (but a few live into their 90's). One of my neighbor's even made it to 102. So physical death happens in my venue every week to someone. Health issues emerge out of the blue and most of these retired person's have no idea what is happening within their inner bodies. Neither do I!

But is this issue that significant in the long run (within the bigger picture)? My sense is that death and the transition into this VIRTUAL realm (after death) is common to each/every person. It is not an issue to FEAR or WORRY about. We all live on (eternally) after this brief time on planet Earth. I was born in 1943 without any input from me. I did not choose my parents and/or my venue of birth. I did not choose my culture, sex, or my various talents. All just happened to me as I lived my life (now some 82 years in January). Is it all meaningless and insignificant? To some extent Yes!

When I reflect on my life events via my inner memories, I discover that all these events were likely determined by forces much beyond my control. I did not choose my ideas, words, thoughts, or concepts about reality. I developed my worldview (later in life) by reflecting on these events as they happened. I now perceive that all these events were likely determined by forces which were/are beyond my control. If this is valid, then I would conclude that YOU are in a similar boat to me. All your life events were also determined for you by forces beyond your control.

What does this mean philosophically? For me this means that all human beings are DOING the best they can do each moment of NOW. Our choices emerge from our ideas and thoughts and memories. These choices produce our life experiences. Does anyone have REAL freewill to abandon these forces which determine our destiny? I don't think so. What does this mean for our collective reality? Are we all living a simulation which was produced by these forces which control our destiny? Do any of us have real (real-time) freewill? I think not!

Everyone is living within a simulation (a virtual program) which is beyond one's real-time control. This means that none of us has REAL freewill. Our so-called free will is secondary and subservient to these greater invisible forces which rule over us. Did I choose to be BORN? Did I choose my parents, birth venue, culture, talents, color, etc. I don't think so! So what does this mean for our collective society? I would suggest that it means that everyone is CLAY and our POTTER is our Source. We are created beings with a simulated program that originates at birth. Don't BLAME your parents! Don't BLAME your culture! Don't BLAME anyone!

Accept your lot in life and then LIVE and LET LIVE! All is much beyond my/your control. Our life continues in the VIRTUAL realm when our DESTINY is finished in this material realm. The Kingdom of our Source is coming to this planet (so all this is revealed gradually)! Small details are being revealed as we live our lives and THINK about all these variables. Life is likely a simulation (program) which none of us can change. The best I can do is ACCEPT my lot and then LIVE and LET LIVE! That is what I think as of today! Have a great day!

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

Some of my CORE beliefs (in a nutshell)! As of today!

I live by/with my beliefs...as I experience reality. Beliefs, for me, can change when I discover that reality challenges what I believe. Reality, for me, is always a NOW experience. I live my life in the NOW from birth until death. I never experience a 'past' or a 'future'. Reality is always a NOW experience, for me. The 'past' is really a NOW experience for me. This also goes for the 'future'. This idea is CORE for me and I doubt that this will change. Yes, reality (truth) is relative and it changes over time. But one belief that is CORE for me (constant) is this idea that I live my life ALWAYS in the NOW. Let's describe some of my core beliefs (as of NOW) in the following categories...economics, spiritual, and philosophical. 

My CORE economic beliefs:

1. The concept of 'value' (value in exchange) is always subjective and it changes continually. For example, my house value today is (say) $450,000. This 'value' is based on sales (comparables) today in my neighborhood. I purchased my house (property) for $179,000 in October of 2013. This was reality as of 2013. Today, reality has changed and my house (property) is likely $450,000 (today's selling price).

2. Prices change from day to day as people buy/sell/invest. But since 'value' (and price) are subjective (value is an idea within my mind/consciousness), these 'values' (prices) can change in a moments notice. Value (price) is fluid and volatile as values/prices are really inner/subjective derivations of the human mind. My house value/price could (in theory) go to ZERO. My physical house/property would remain but its 'value' could go to ZERO. If our dollar currency ($1) is eliminated by my government (their policy/law) then all my values/prices (derived in dollars) could go to ZERO. It has happened in Zimbabwe and many other nations within history. All is subjective and dependent upon a government policy/regulation/law.

3. Today, we live with non-physical currencies (money). We value an item (say bread/eggs) with a digital currency which is maintained by our Central Banking system (government). If my Central Bank shuts down their master computer (and restricts any currency transactions in their currency) then I would be back to barter for my goods and services (all this could happen in a moments notice today). Economics started with a barter community and all could revert to barter if our official master computer is shut down. Values and prices would be negotiated (subjectively) and some other item would be used to settle a negotiation (trade). All this could happen in a moments notice given today's monetary/economic system. Amazing!

4. My sense is that America and the world economic system is fragile, fluid, and volatile. All could crash in a moments notice (given the nature of our centrally controlled system). This happened in Zimbabwe in 2010 and a carton of eggs needed $1.5 trillion Zimbabwe dollars and/or a bag of peanuts when exchanged between parties to a trade. The Zimbabwe currency lost all its VALUE and prices (being subjective) were negotiated subjectively between parties to a trade. Barter emerged immediately for most trades. Amazing!

My CORE spiritual and philosophical beliefs (as of today):

1. A Higher Power is a reality in real-time. This Higher Power is 'invisible' and can not be seen via one's physical eyes. Faith is required and this means many will reject the idea of a Higher Power. For me, a Higher Power is my term for our Creator God (Father God). For me, this Creator God is self-evident as I observe that which has been created (in real-time/today). The Sun, moon, stars, galaxies point to this Higher Power. The life on this planet (human and animal) point to this Higher Power. Events that happen point to this Higher Power. Amazing!

2. For me, all must be determined by this invisible Higher Power. Nothing is left to Chance. Our Higher Power governs my life from birth to death. I did not choose to be born and I do not choose my day of eventual death. My entire life experience is caused and determined by this Higher Power. I can not choose any event without a prior thought/idea/concept within my mind. And these inner/invisible 'thoughts' and 'ideas' derive (ultimately) from this Higher Power. For me, ideas/words/thoughts/concepts/virtual images derive from this Higher Power (and/or agents of this Higher Power). Nothing happens by CHANCE or uncertain forces. All that happens on this planet (and our universe) was pre-planned and happens for a purpose/cause. The beginning and the end happens as our Higher Power controls his created universe. This is my CORE belief.

3. I was not created by CHANCE or via some evolutionary process (of nature). I was created by an invisible Higher Power which determines by destiny from birth to death. When my physical death arrives my 'virtual' self (which is eternal) continues to live-on in another realm of reality (which I call virtual/spiritual). My virtual self can be visualized as my inner consciousness. My inner consciousness (spirit) has no real death. It is eternal and lives forever. This is my CORE belief. I am immortal and eternal as my inner self is virtual/spiritual. Socrates believed this idea and so did many other thinkers (today and from our history). A 'near-death' experience is one example of eternality. An out-of-body experience is another example of one's eternal consciousness living outside the physical body/flesh. In reality life is eternal for everyone! Amazing!

4. Since life experiences are both physical and virtual this means that my worldview can be called a Dualist philosophy. I live in TWO realms of reality continually as I experience life events. My body/flesh/brain is material (composed of matter/mass) and my inner self (which is invisible/spirit) works with my electromagnetic self to produce this dual reality to life. Dualism is real as it happens in real-time (NOW). I did not evolve from mere material forces (as Macro Evolution presupposes). I was created by an invisible Higher Power which determines by destiny (from birth to physical death) and then the events which happen AFTER physical death (also). Nothing happens by chance and this means that I view reality as DETERMINED. My Potter is the cause and my self (virtual) is the Clay. This is CORE to my beliefs (as of today). My worldview derives from the above core beliefs.

I will stop with these core beliefs for now. I think you can digest the meaning of these beliefs on your own. If these core beliefs are invalid, then I would need to change my worldview. But as of today, these core beliefs seem valid to me. Have a great day as you reflect on these core beliefs. You may agree with some and disagree with some. This is natural as we all derive our thinking uniquely and individually. Our internet world is full of differing worldview's and philosophies. My worldview is unique for me.

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.

How many 'times' should one get Baptised so as to Remove all SIN?

Many church goers assume that getting baptised will remove one's sin (all sin). Is this myth or reality? Let's think on this issue for this missive. Many believers assume that this is so! Repent at the moment of dunking and then all sin gets removed as the pastor lifts one from the water. But is this doctrine/ritual valid in real-time? Do believers actually change all their negative behavior/sin during (and after) this process (called baptism)? Is sin removed from one's inner spirit? How much? Let's review a few examples from real-time experience.

1. Personally, I was supposedly baptised twice (once when I was 8 days old by my parents). This was sprinkling (no dunking) and then dedication to the God of Israel after. I had another baptism at age 32 (1975) when living in Madison, Wisconsin. I was then a member of the Worldwide Church of God which held their meetings in Wisconsin Dells. I chose to get baptised by this pastor and my Dad (Martin) was present (to observe). Both of us were strong believers in the Plain Truth publication authored by this Evangelist called Herbert W. Armstrong (who died in the late 80's).

2. At my baptism (at age 32) my father (Martin) also chose to get baptised again after my baptism (this was his fourth time). Dad was baptised in Sweden at an early age, then twice by my cousin, Brynolf, (in his forties...on the farm in a cattle trough), and then a fourth time when I was baptised in Wisconsin Dells. My cousin, Brynolf, was a self-made preacher/pastor/farmer who viewed baptism as crucial for eliminating one's sin (all sin). He preached the typical forgiveness of sin (all sin) during this spiritual ritual. But what is real-time experience? Is sin actually removed (totally)?

In real-time, it appears that sin emerges again within all those believers who choose baptism. This means that their SIN is not fully removed as many pastor's proclaim. Sin is breaking the MORAL LAW (of the God of Israel). We also call this the Ten Commandments of God Almighty. Read these Commandments and you will discover that keeping these LAWS fully is totally IMPOSSIBLE. No human being can keep the MORAL LAW fully and completely. Baptism and repentance may help (to a degree) but FULL adherence to this LAW is impossible for any human being. What does this mean?

For me, this means that NONE (no human being on planet earth...now or past) can call themselves fully 'righteous' or 'free of all sin'. Abraham got called 'righteous' (in a relative way) and so did Noah, Job, and Moses. But none of these patriots were FULLY 'righteous' in real-time (continually). They were simply declared 'righteous' in a relative manner (compared to the many). King David was declared a sinner and also a righteous person (during select parts of his lifetime). Solomon also was partly righteous and partly a huge sinner. So who on planet Earth has experienced NO sin and/or has eliminated ALL sin? Paul of Tarsus had conflicting viewpoints on this issue of sin. This conflict in thinking is part of Paul's confused mindset! In one of his epistles he says everyone is a sinner (Romans 3:10) then he changes his viewpoint in the following text.

Did Yeshua/Jesus view himself as without ANY SIN (during his lifetime)? I don't think so! According to the Gospels, this Servant, Jew, Rabbi, Prophet, Messiah person did not view himself as totally righteous. Why? Because he did choose to get baptised by his cousin, John, in the Jordan River around the age of 27. His decision to get baptised was part of his repentance during/under the preaching of his cousin, John (the Baptist). John was preaching a message of REPENTANCE (for all Jews). Yeshua/Jesus (this Jew from Nazareth) chose to get baptised (by John) and this resulted in his epiphany after he emerged from his dunking (by cousin, John). Father God (Yahweh...the God of Israel) then chose this Jew (Yeshua/Jesus) for his later ministry (called preaching the Kingdom of his God). Mark 1:15.

Yes, every person on planet Earth (now or in the past) is classified as a 'sinner' to some degree. Nothing removes ALL SIN from any human being. We all are sinners for our entire lifetime (to some degree) and we all die as sinners (to some degree). My father, Martin, chose to get baptised FOUR times so as to remove ALL his sin. It did not work. But Dad tried anyway. His first baptism did not remove all his sin, then his second, third, and fourth were similar. Dad died a believer but he also died with some sin (within his spirit). Who can live on this planet WITHOUT any sin? My sense is NO-ONE! Romans 3: 10-12 is an accurate description of man's situation. None is FREE of all sin!

So how many times should I/You get baptised? My sense is that ONCE is sufficient. But after this ritual one must REPENT daily. There is no option that removes ALL sin from our inner spirit. This means that repentance is a good option (and this should be daily). Man's condition is such that NONE is free from sin and this means that repentance is wise and helpful (for our inner spirit) daily. I am guilty of not repenting daily but my sense is that I should do this. Clearing my mind from daily muck helps with clear thinking and a better outlook. This has been my experience. So repentance is a wise action IMO. I try to follow this concept!

The above is my sermon for today. My sense is that human beings will reveal their character in real-time experience. We witness this with our political leaders in Washington D.C. These leaders will lie and sin daily so as to further their career as a politician. Biden lies daily and so does Trump. Our coming election of 2024 will reveal this human condition called sin in spades. Our candidates will lie and misrepresent their beliefs as they attempt to win votes from the people. It's all part of our human condition (so it seems)!

It appears that everyone lies (to some extent) and this reveals our sinful character (at the core). Baptism will not rid oneself of sin/lies (totally). It may help, however, to a DEGREE. Repentance may be the best mindset for all who view themselves as LESS than perfect! My viewpoint!

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com. 

ATTN: Biden, Yellen, Powell - STOP the Criminal Behavior with our Dollar ($)!

Our entire monetary system has become a criminal operation! The crime is using a VIRTUAL/DIGITAL dollar for our money/currency. This is now what is happening in real-time and few to none seem to notice or care about this unconstitutionality. It's shameful, corrupt, and criminal! In today's missive I will reveal the CORE nature of our current dollar and why this unit (of nothing) is UNCONSTITUTIONAL. I will also send this message to our HIGHER authority (in the virtual/spiritual realm) and ask that this HA to intervene and crash this criminal system.

1. What is a virtual dollar (in reality)? When I ask this question to Google (our AI system), I get an answer as follows: "A virtual dollar is a 'digital' representation of value that is not issued by a central bank and is not legally recognized as a currency." Really? Let's unpack this set of text for a better understanding.

If a virtual dollar is digital then it has no substance or existence within space/time (our observable universe). It also can not be an item of 'value' as it is not a THING (a unit of matter/mass). A virtual dollar ($) is really nothing (no thing). I can not 'hand' this unit over to you. I can not send (in a envelope) this unit to you. Why is this so? It's because this unit is 'virtual' (a non-thing). Virtual means essentially the same as spiritual. It's a unit derived from the human consciousness (mind). Our AI (artificial intelligence) does not seem to know this! This is why Google or any other AI system can not answer this question with valid information.

2. What is a digital dollar (in reality)? Google says the following: "A digital dollar is a digital version of the dollar that would be legal tender and regulated by the government." Supposedly, it is not issued by a Central Bank. Really? What is QE which our Central Bank creates? Let's unpack this nonsense text for better understanding.

The AI system within Google can not provide a valid definition of a digital dollar (so it seems). First of all, a digital dollar is a VIRTUAL unit. It is not a THING (a unit of matter/mass). It has no 'substance' within itself. It is essentially 'nothing' (no thing). I can not 'hand' this unit to you. I can not send (in an envelope) this unit to you. I can not grab this unit (within my brain/consciousness) and give it to you. The unit is VIRTUAL. Virtual means essentially that this unit is spiritual (part of my inner self/my consciousness). Only God can remove this unit from my consciousness/mind. You are impotent. Biden/Yellen/Powell are impotent. Does our Central Bank understand any of this?

3. What does the American Constitution say about our dollar? Is a virtual and/or a digital dollar constitutional? I say absolutely not. Our Constitution says that our Congress must 'coin' money and regulate the 'value' thereof. Congress must 'fix' the Standard of weights and measures. These words imply that our dollar must be a THING (a unit of matter/mass). It must be tangible and composed of matter/mass. It can not be VIRTUAL and/or digital (a non-thing). It must not be invisible and/or living within one's MIND. This would be UNCONSTITUTIONAL.

A virtual/digital dollar has NO VALUE that is created by our Congress. It is impossible to VALUE a virtual unit of nothing (which resides in the human consciousness/mind). How can I VALUE a unit of nothing? It's impossible. Can you VALUE a unit of nothing? Can Congress, Biden, Yellen, or Powell VALUE a unit of nothing? I don't think so. In order to VALUE a dollar it must be a THING (a unit of substance/matter). It must be some THING which exists in space/time (our observable universe). Does a virtual dollar EXIST? Where? A virtual dollar is part of my/your invisible/intangible CONSCIOUSNESS. It then circulates in 'cyberspace' (a non-tangible environment).

It is obvious to me that our monetary system (composed of virtual/digital dollars) is UNCONSTITUTIONAL and CRIMINAL. Those who operate this monetary system should be called CRIMINALS. This goes for Joe Biden, Janet Yellen, and Jerome Powell (as well as all those within our Congress who sit on our banking committee's). It is SHAMEFUL that none of our legal representatives act and/or recognize these facts of reality. I have written to members of Congress on this issue and the response has been meaningless. Our leaders are unaware of what they are doing, saying, and reporting. This is obvious when I talk to leaders within our monetary/political system.

Since reality will eventually prevail, I can say with conviction that this VIRTUAL dollar system will CRASH at some point down the road. The SYSTEM is composed of NOTHING and built on sinking sand. This SYSTEM (the dollar system) will CRASH when our Higher Authority (HA) intervenes. Intervention is assured IMO and I would not be surprised if this intervention happens in 2024. VIRTUAL currencies (now ubiquitous internationally) will all crash silently and burn (metaphorically) in the NEAR future. That is my viewpoint and I pray that our HA acts on this so reality is revealed to everyone.

Have a great day and THINK about what our criminal leaders (unknowingly) are saying and doing. These leaders do not seem to be AWARE of what VIRTUAL means. They seem unaware of what DIGITAL means. Ask your legal representatives the question: What is a 'digital' dollar? What does 'virtual' mean? What is 'nothing'? What is a 'unit' of consciousness? Does a digital/virtual dollar reside in SPACE/TIME? Where is it? Hand me a digital/virtual dollar. Send me (in an envelope) a virtual/digital dollar. Show me a virtual/digital dollar? If the above is valid then we live with a CRIMINAL/UNCONSTITUTIONAL monetary system.

What is our FED saying and doing in real-time? Do they (the FOMC) realize that QE and QT are forms of official dollar manipulation? Do they realize that creating $$$$$$ out of their mind and then inputting symbols/numbers in a computer account is a form of official counterfeiting? Where in our constitution does it say this is LEGAL and constitutional? I say this is CRIMINAL behavior by our official Central Bank. It will eventually FAIL and CRASH as this is a system without a solid foundation. It's a system BUILT on sinking sand. That is my viewpoint. Think on this as you monetize your own purchases and debt.

What are 1's and O's which enter a computer system? Are they composed of matter/mass? Are they a 'thing' which exists in space/time? Where do these 1's and O's derive from? Think on this!

Look at this image. Where do virtual units (say dollars) come from? Do they originate within my/your consciousness/mind? Are they essentially units of spirit? What is a unit of consciousness? It's time to think before acting. This message needs to get to our political/banking leaders!

Are you living in a 'virtual' world of symbols/numbers and mental entities? Our entire global monetary system is now mostly virtual/digital. A world that lives with us. Is this spiritual or what? Can God intervene in this type of virtual environment? I think so! Watch and wait to witness this coming event! Our political leaders may be operating a Satanic system (unknowingly)!

I am: Donald B. Swenson, Economist/Philosopher, http://kingdomecon.wordpress.com. Also, donaldswenson.blogspot.com.