With heightened security because of the terror risks, most ACCESS to the floor of the Congressional House of Representatives is reserved for elected Congress and Senate Members (and their staff) who convene during an official judicial session.
A historic event took place today as citizens (including me) were invited to the floor of the House for a third day of an “unofficial” session in order to observe an unprecedented protest by the Republican Party. Members had “prayed and pledged” into the unofficial session and were calling for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to allow them to vote on a comprehensive energy plan to relieve high fuel costs affecting most Americans. Several Congressman and Senators emphatically communicated that there is bi-partisan support for this plan. The only problem was this: House Speaker Pelosi had adjourned the Congress for summer session three days ago and literally turned off the chamber lights, microphones and cameras. It’s certainly a provocative news item ….
http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/2008/08/republicans-pro.html
Irene was out of the house early this morning and had her foot bath treatment at Dr. Buford McCharen’s office. He continues to graciously extend this service to Irene which is designed to remove toxins from her system. She continues to graciously endure the relentless 24/7 nausea and fatigue.
Whether or not the House of Representatives reconvenes to pass an energy relief bill or not, I believe our country does need a comprehensive energy policy which includes the following ….
- Conservation
- Alternative Fuel development
- Domestic drilling
And, YES, WE CAN, achieve all three of these energy policy objectives!
Okay, enough on politics and now off my bully pulpit ….
We don’t need to wait for a crisis to have unique ACCESS to God the Father. That access is granted by the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, His Son, where his payment was made in full, on our behalf, at the cross of Calvary. Jesus grants us ACCESS to our Heavenly Father …. anytime, anywhere, for any reason.
And, in the meantime, I do hope that we get relief at the pump very soon!
Caminando con Fé
Dave
