Archive for May, 2011

Hyperinflation on the horizon

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

Hyperinflation is monetary inflation occurring at a very high rate and the result is much higher prices for food, shelter, energy, and clothing.  When a country has a very large debt load as is the case of the U.S., there are three ways to deal with this burden: 1.  ...

Management by Deferral

Monday, May 30th, 2011

The most important unemployment rate is that of the politicians.  With the election cycle upon us, you can be sure all financial issues will be pushed into 2013 if possible for their purpose in life is to be re-elected.  The question remains: How far can they kick the economic crisis ...

The love of money

Friday, May 27th, 2011

1 Timothy 6:10   For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows (NKJV) In a recent blog, I wrote on tithing.  For those of us who survived ...

Fiscal Crisis continues

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

If you live in Illinois, you may want to move (and not to California).  As stated by the State Treasurer, you are on the line for $42,000 of state debt.  Add $129,171 of U.S. debt per taxpayer not including unfunded liabilities and you are up to $171,171.  Uh-oh! ...

Parable of the Rich Fool

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011

Let’s talk about money today: Luke 12:16 Then He (Jesus) spoke a parable to them, saying: “The ground of a certain rich man yielded plentifully. 17 And he thought within himself, saying, ‘What shall I do, since I have no room to store my crops?’ 18 So he said, ...

Impoverishing a Generation

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

The Federal Reserve is removing the wealth from an entire generation of savers at an alarming rate.  How are they doing this?  By forcing short term interest rates well below 1% at the same time inflating the currency by printing money thus pressuring prices for food, energy. and healthcare up ...

Silver Manipulation & Management

Thursday, May 5th, 2011

The fundamentals of silver continue to be strong but were due for a correction.  $36 silver is the next support level.  A major reason for the rapid and steep decline was a change in margin requirements for the paper market.  This tends to remove under-funded speculators and the weak at ...

Approaching Critical Mass of Destiny

Wednesday, May 4th, 2011

The inhabitants of the earth are quickly moving toward the point of unsustainability under the current paradigm.  Assumptions that prosperity is achieved by economic growth and expansion have just about run their course.  During the period of cheap energy this held true.  But with the current population growth and the ...

Non-cash Contribution Letter Information

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011

We have had recent inquiries concerning giving non-cash contributions.  The following should provide a guideline for giving.  As always, we suggest you discuss your contributions with your tax advisors.   Charitable Reporting Requirements/Discussion A donor cannot claim a tax deduction for any contribution of cash, a check ...

Focus with the Wrong Emphasis

Sunday, May 1st, 2011

The aspiring overcomers long for the manifestation of the Kingdom of GOD to come forth on earth.  Excitement swells when a prophetic word comes forth by a well-known prophet communicating the eminent return of CHRIST.  Even natural disasters tweak the interest of Christians wondering if these are the signs ushering ...