Articles by Randall E Howard

Here are some disturbing facts about the "healthcare reform" law known as Obamacare. These facts are mostly taken from MAIN STREAM news outlets like CNN and the NY Times however we'd like to thank CS monitor for thieir diligent efforts and contribution. MORE SPENDING & MORE TAXES $940 billion: The estimated cost of health care reform over the next 10 years. 40% Tax: A 40 percent tax would be imposed on insurance companies providing “Cadillac” health plans valued at more than $10,200 for individuals and $27,500 for families. The tax would kick in starting in 2018. 3.8% Medicare Tax: A 3.8% surcharge would be imposed on investment income -- INCLUDING HOME SALE -- for individuals making over $200,000 and couples making over $250,000. This tax increase is estimated to bring in $210 billion between 2013 and 2019. $695 or 2.5%: The potential amount of a fine if you fail to purchase health care insurance. Starting in 2016, Individuals would be required to purchase cov...

I have been asked a time or two, “What is your vision for the High Desert?”   My answer is always the same – “My vision is to see the real, tangible Kingdom of God emerge in every sphere in this community through a revived Spirit-filled people.” What I mean by this is that we, the people of God, must be able to catch God’s heart for our personal lives, our families and our community.  When we do, we will commit our entire lives to this cause and work diligently to bring it forth.  The church is called to be the vehicle for not only revival (which is the internal need of the body), but for the literal reformation of society (which is the external need for the world).  When the church has been revived, then everything else is impacted to the greatest degree. It is my desire that the Gate Church is an instrumental part in this restorative process in the earth.  Our vision statement says that we are striving to be an Acts 1:8 church.  Jesus said, ...