Adam and Eve NOT STEVE!!!

The subject of 'same-sex marriage' today commands both academic and public attention on an unprecedented scale.  However, 'same-sex mariiage' by no means is a new issue, as it was first surfaced in the 1970s in America. (Andrew M Roth 1998.) What is 'same-sex marriage'? Dictionary.Com defines same-sex marriage as a legal union between a man and a man and a woman and woman. While many countries the world over have already legalised same-sex marriage, I strongly disagree with that statement that same-sex marriage should be legalised in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines(SVG). Same-sex marriage should not be legalised in SVG because it sin and it is not recognised by God or the church as marriage.

Same-Sex Marriage Should not be legalised in SVG because it is a SIN!!!

Sin is anything that humans do that is outside of the Will of God. In other words, Sin refers to the act of doing something that God specifically ask us not to do. For example God ask us to love our neighbours as we love ourselves (Mark 12:31). Therefore it is a Sin to hate thy neighbour.

In Genesis 1:27-28 God made male and female in His own image and likeness. Not only did God made male and female but God give them a very special command, God told them to be fruitful and multiply, and to replenish the earth. Now, can a man and a man be fruitful and multiply? How about a woman and a woman? This goes to show that marriage was not designed for a man and a man or a woman and a woman for that matter. Many would argue that  in many cases the union of a man and woman is unable to produce children, therefore it is no different than a man and man or a woman and a woman. The initial part of this statement is correct, in many cases the union of a man and a woman in unable to produce children. What these people will do when they try to argue this point, is to omit an all important fact, that is SIN!!! SIN has fractured mankind's relationship with God therefore we no longer live in a perfect world. Likewise when God give this command it was given before Adam and Eve SINNED!  The latter part of the statement though, is much inaccurate, a man and woman who is unable to produce children, is not the same as a man and man unable to produce children or a woman and woman unable to produce children. Two individuals of the same sex would never be able to naturally bore a child because that was never designed by God our maker and Creator.

In the book of Genesis, chapter 2:18-24 and in the book of Matthew, chapter 19:4-6 God said that marriage should be between a man and a woman. Specifically in Genesis chapter two verses 18, God said that it is not good that the man should be alone, I will make an help meet for him.  Later on in that same chapter verse 21 God caused Adam to fall into a deep sleep. While Adam was sleeping God took a rib from his side and made a WOMAN not a MAN!!! Further down in the chapter verse 24 God said that a man should leave his father and mother and cleave to his wife. So my question is,  If God ordained marriage  to be between a man and a woman, who are we to change it?

Finally, neither God nor the church recognise same-sex marriage as a marriage.  If the persons in the relevant authorities and those with the power to legalise same-sex marriage in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines do so, what position will they be putting the Bible Believing Churches in? These men and women are going to give the churches an ultimatum. Yes that is correct, the state will be asking the churches to choose between them and God. What kind of nation ask its people to choose between them and God? Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is going to become like those countries where Christians have to worship in secret or their lives will be threatened. You may say that is a very drastic comparison, but, is it? Is it really a drastic comparison? Think about it for a minute, let it sink in. Bible-believing churches are those churches that preach thus saith the Lord according to the bible, irrespective of prime minister, priest or pope. These churches speak out against SIN and biblical crime. Now we ALL KNOW that the Bible ordained marriage between male and female, man and woman. Now if SVG were to legalise same-sex marriages, these bible-believing churches will speak out against such indictable act. You may ask, so how would Christians have to worship in fear? I do not want to believe that you are so naive in thinking that laws would be made, bills will passed and there will not be any consequences for those caught breaking the laws. Well if you did, let me enlighten you, there will be consequences put into place to protect the laws passed and none can really tell what these consequences will entail. If we get to the point where we will legalise same-sex marriage, anything may happen. So do not be so applaud when you see what the possible consequences for anyone caught discriminating against homosexuals and same sex marriages. This link below provides you with some information about gay rights and consequences for anyone caught violating these rights.

http://iglhrc.org/sites/default/files/557-1.pdf

In the beginning, as in, in the Bible marriage had always been between a man and a woman. It had never been between two females or two males and it should remain that way. My stance therefore on same-sex marriage is quite clear, I strongly disagree with it and it should not be made legal in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. I oppose that same-sex marriage be made legal in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines because it is a sin and neither God nor the Church supports it.

Mathematics The ENEMY!!!

Why are so many of our students so mathematically afraid? Why do so many of them appear so distant and so disinterested in so many aspects of classroom mathematics? Why do so many of them find it so easy to speak so vividly about so many bad experiences they claim to have encountered within the realms of school mathematics? These questions are likely to challenge educators and teachers of mathematics to reflect on a more direct and fundamental question; why have we performed so poorly at mathematizing the minds of our students?

What Is Mathematics? 

Mathematics is the science that deals with the logic of shape, quantity and arrangement. Math is all around us, in everything we do. It is the building block for everything in our daily lives, including mobile devices, architecture (ancient and modern), art, money, engineering, and even sports.  (Elaine J. Hom, 2013).

Why are so many of our students so mathematically afraid?

Growing up I always hated mathematics and it was because of the emphasis placed on this subject by my teachers. I was flogged  and made to stand during instructional time for not saying my times tables correctly. Secondly as a student I was often instructed to memorise all my mathematical formulas in order to pass my math test. Finally mathematics was taught every school day and mostly in blocks , placing great emphasis on mathematics. 

What Did Others Have To Say About This Also? 

http://annmariethomas.typepad.com/annmarie-thomas/2011/01/why-are-we-afraid-of-math.html

http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/21/are-you-afraid-of-math/?_r=0

Why do so many of our children appear so distant and so disinterested in so many aspects of classroom mathematics? Here are some of the reasons below:

1. Many students claim that there are too many mathematics formulas to remember. This can be a contributing factor to students' lack of interest in classroom mathematics.

  

2. Many students claim that mathematics is too difficult and no matter how hard they try to succeed at mathematics they are always unsuccessful, therefore it does not make any sense trying. 

3. Students also claim that too much pressure from teachers cause them to  be disinterested in classroom mathematics.

Why do so many of them find it so easy to speak so vividly about so many bad experiences they claim to have encountered within the realms of school mathematics?

It is quite clear that many students speak freely about the numerous math experiences they have because of two major reasons. Firstly these children have more bad experiences than good ones and secondly the experiences they encountered are long lasting. Many students speak out vividly about the experiences they have encountered within the realms of classroom mathematics in numerous ways. They do it verbally and most commonly through art and graphic designing. Take a look some at of the t work that students used to express their feelings about classroom mathematics:

 We as teachers have performed so poorly at mathematizing the minds of our students and there is much work to be done both at revisiting the mathematics curriculum and the way that we as teachers teach mathematics. Here is video with more information on this. 

http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_meyer_math_curriculum_makeover?language=en#t-94482