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The 14 Fake Olive Oil Companies Are Revealed Now – Avoid These Brands It was found that even 7 of the biggest olive oil makers in the USA, mix their items with cheap oils to get more profits. Namely, one of the products we regard as healthiest and a remedy for longevity has been corrupted. Apparently, even 70% of olive oil sold in the U.S. stores is adulterated, as they have been cut with cheaper, inferior oils like canola and sunflower oil! This is similar to the 2008 practice in Italy. This meant seizure for 85 oil farms that mixed some percentage chlorophyll with sunflower and canola to the olive oil. The oil was mixed, colored, perfumed and flavored too, and these things made the Australian government investigate their oils. The results were awful. After that, not one brand named extra virgin olive oil got the 2012 certificate of approval. These scams made the University of California to study 124 imported brands of extra virgin olive oil and discovered that more than 70% of the samples did not pass the test. THESE ARE THE BRANDS THAT FAILED THE TEST: Carapelli Mezzetta Pompeian Mazola Primadonna Colavita Sasso Antica Badia Star Whole Foods Felippo Berio Safeway Coricelli Bertolli ON THE OTHER HAND, THE FOLLOWING BRANDS ARE TRUSTWORTHY: Lucero McEvoy Ranch Organic Corto Olive Omaggio Bariani Olive Oil California Olive Ranch Lucini Ottavio Cobram Estate Olea Estates Kirkland Organic HOW TO TEST OLIVE OIL: Additionally, you can also test the olive oil you have at home. You should put the bottle in the fridge for half an hour, and if it starts to solidify, it means that the oil is pure, as it contains a large amount of monounsaturated fat. On the other hand, if it does not solidify, it is fake. Yet, just to be sure, look for official governmental seals of approval on the label, like “Australian Extra Virgin Certified” and “California Olive Oil Council Certified Extra Virgin.” http://nativeamericans24.us/2017/02/723/

Yes, Bonnie. Yes. I am sorry for judging. Opinions can definitely be judgments. Unfortunately, I think this kind of topic lends itself to judgments/opinions. The subject of Sabbath attire has been brought up on Club Adventist probably at least once every year since it's inception. Probably been around the churches for decades prior to this online forum. I still firmly believe that if, in our own opinion as led by the Holy Spirit, we present ourselves as clean, modest and adorning of the Spirit of God in His full armor--then we would do well to worship in the company of angels on Sabbath morning (and every other day we choose to worship at the foot of the cross).

As I write this, Jeffrey is sitting in my home. I have printed this thread off and given it to him along with the URL. So, He will probably visit this thread and read anything that you may post here.

Well.....that (a,b,c) keeps us from really being concerned about important matters, a personal relationship with God. We can exam what others are doing to measure ourselves. A ridiculas amount of time is spent examining others, their journey, their beliefs, their culture, etc etc. An abnormal amount of wastful time. For all the talk about 'time is short, end is coming around the corner' we seem to enjoy wandering around in the desert!!

Gregory has read me correctly. I meant to say that the devil cannot possess anyone who is a true believer in the power and grace of God. In writing to the Church (not the general population) in Corinth, Paul says: " No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it." (1 Cor. 10:13) It seems to me that Paul is saying once we are part of the body of Christ, we cannot be forcefully "possessed" by satan or his ilk. However, if we willfully turn ourselves over to satan ... see points 5 and 6 above in Gregory's post.

The following contains raw language not normally allowed in Club Adventist posts. If you will object to such language, please do not click on the link. People often wonder the extent to which people who are in a coma are aware of what is going on in the mind of the person. The following is a report of a teen-age male who was in a coma for 30 days. It is his report of what was going on in his mind during that 30 day period and of the events that happened as he came out of the coma. Jeffrey Johnston is a close relative of mine. At about the age of 15, he sustained a traumatic brain injury that was expected to result in his death, or at best in his being a vegetable. But, against all odds, he woke up. He spent the next 20 years in rehab, and 10 years of this was in a wheel chair. He now is a runner, has a MA degree, is employed by the State of California, is an accomplished photographer with an Internet presence and a writer. During much of that time in the coma he shared the room with a Hispanic person who had female relative visiting him around the clock and who spoke often to Jeffrey, in Spanish. As a result, when Jeffrey woke up, he had learned to speak some Spanish. Again, his language is raw. If you do not wish to be offended, do not click on the URL. http://www.dimeshowreview.com/mind-games-by-jeffrey-johnston/

I am proud of both Jeffrey and of his mother. They have both come a very long ways. There are parts of their stories that are hard to believe. But, they are truth. I will give you just a glimmer of a background that I have not posted about. It should be noted that my sister is quite open about her life. Jeff's Father and Mother married at 19 & 20 years of age. Probably neither were prepared for marriage and the two sons that became a part of their life. In addition to everything else, finances were very short. Then a relative died and Jeff's Father received a small inheritance. They invested it in his education and he became an executive of a large bank. It should be noted that Jeff's brother is an executive of a bank here in California, as was his Father. In the process alcohol became a part of the picture, the marriage ended and Jeff had his traumatic brain injury. Both Jeff's Mother and Father united in giving Jeff the care that he needed for some 20 years! During this time, there were times when Jeff had to experience some very tough love. That is what it sometimes takes and it was successful. Jeff has written a book which contains the experiences of a number of people, many, but not all, are about his life, which has been published by Amazon. and I have previously mentioned it in this forum. https://www.amazon.com/Walls-Could-Write-Other-Stories-ebook/dp/B00HX9JJR6/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1487594496&sr=8-9&keywords=Jeffrey+Johnston He is now preparing another book which is the story of his life and is expected to contain much more than did the first. It is expected to be quite open.

This guy is incredible! His Story makes me shudder and just don't know what to say. I'm speechless but one thing I can form in my head to express in the typed word is ... When I read a well written account of someone's experience I am there with it and feel all the frustration and perplexity given. I can get lost in a story and reflect about it for weeks if not years. The only relief in this was that dear Spanish speaking lady ..soothing you like she understood. I waited for her to come back again and again. ............................ And i love the photos esp the nature ones. You have a beautiful eye that matches your soul. And I admire your perseverance and love of life! I can see Gregory Mathews is proud of you for good reason.

Who has said how we dress is trying to become holy? Not me. Everything I have said points to the fact that what we do is a reflection of who we are inside and how much we love God. Stop putting words in mouth. A good tree cannot produce bad fruit and a corrupt tree cannot produce good fruit. Wash the inside of you and the outside will be clean too. That's all Bible truth. It has nothing to do with self-righteousness. It is Jesus telling us how to look at, and understand, ourselves and our spiritual life. Your judgment of me is what I have come to expect from the liberal side of the church. The mocking, the scorn, the deception, all of it really bothers me for we are supposed to be brothers and sisters in Christ. The anger that comes out when I point to Biblical standards and Biblical truth is something that just baffles me. That is not me making judgments. It is God making judgments for it is His word not mine. I'm not accusing you of all that for you have been pretty civil up to this point. I'm just saying it is very common on that side of the fence. l have seen it here repeatedly while those who do it cry love, love, love, oh how much I love people. Only problem is there is no room in their hearts for someone who sees things from a diametrically opposing point of view. And I see it that way because that is how the Bible presents it. I point it out because I love my heavenly Father and my fellow man. Here's a quote from the Desire of Ages on this subject: No one ever had higher standards than Jesus. No one. Love and standards do not oppose each other. Jesus proved that. Yet His love was rejected because He said what was earthly was not good enough. He said the religious bigots of His day didn't understand the Bible nor the power of God. My love for God induces me to say that we must treat Him with far more respect than we treat any human being. He is our Creator, our Sustainer, our Redeemer, our Sanctifier, our re-Creator, and He is our Lord and Master. All of that should bring out the highest degree of respect and love that we are capable of giving Him. To me nothing else is even close to being acceptable. I don't judge anyone who walks through the door of the church the first time for how they dress, how they act, what they say, the number of f-bombs that come out of their mouth, and all the rest of it. I do wonder at those who have known of Christ for years and still come to meet Him dressed like they could care less who they are coming to meet. We are coming to meet the absolute ruler of the universe. Act like it.

All joking and debate aside there is something much more serious my heart goes to. What it does to the human hearts toward one another when we focus on things we don't love about each other. We cannot hold in our hands judgement and love at the same time. There will always be people who do things differently and who think differently and approach people, places, and things differently. Whatsoever is lovely etc also applies to who we find ourselves in company with. God help us All

I loved the comment about green dresses! We do have our preferences ! But seriously when I read your "green" statement my naive gullible innocent thought was going thru my mind's Rolodex and landed on that thing about men wearing green suits in the 1900's! lol To show your That Way ! Then Pam said something about the Irish! I didn't even think of that and I have a lil irish in me. (or so im told) No mockery My Dear I agree! And if people take offense I am with you.... I apologize too. I know you enough to know that is not your intent nor mine We truly do not know each other and not all will get me or you. All said in good fun and satire agreeing We cant be going around dictating what one should wear like we are their parents and they are our little children. Imagine me thinking it's My job to think its even remotely christian to comment on what someones wears to wear at church!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My goodness! It is not a club! Or is it?

Didn't have anything to do with you or any comment about a green dress. I think I missed that comment. It would have been hard to miss the mockery in another post however. If someone expresses an opinion or asks a question it does not necessarily mean So, ultimately, we really shouldn't spend our time judging what others wear, or how they smell, or if we're offended by them If all we could have afforded was a pair of worn jeans and a flannel shirt that is what would have been worn. However that would not have been an acceptable choice for my boys as long as they had better. It would not have been " I am just going to church so I will wear my old jeans, No one has a right to judge me". Someone else's judgement is not what guided the upbringing of our boys Perhaps you are judging someone when you voice an opinion,not everyone is. The post above mine that you seem to take offense at is clearly mocking. No one has suggested that type of reasoning in this discussion. How you or someone else sees the issue is what, a opinion or a judgement? That word gets thrown around a lot.

The other one to watch out for is honey.

If that was directed at my response about the "green dress" and muted tones...my point was simply that the emphasis so many people place on what is "acceptable" or "Sunday best" is merely a human fabrication. Sometimes I go to the extremes to highlight the issues; my apologies if anyone thought I was making a mockery of the question. Earlier in this thread I mentioned that we should be clean, modest and concerned with wearing the armor of Christ. It is my opinion that no particular type of clothing is better than any other. What is beautiful to some is hideous to others; what is well-thought-out to some is thrown-together for others. I'd take it even a step further--what is clean and modest to some people is neither clean nor modest to others. So, ultimately, we really shouldn't spend our time judging what others wear, or how they smell, or if we're offended by them--it's what they do in their hearts that matters to God. If we follow His lead, it's what they do in their hearts that should matter to us.

How awful! Sojourner. I am so sorry for this. It pains me to the quick. My Church still argues over women wearing pants in the Church building. We had a 30 ish couple starting to attend and she had magnificent magenta hair and he had a ponytail and earnings on both ears. Someone said something to them and they never came back. It is true what Gregory Mathews said ..each congregation has its own personalities. Where do one go to worship on the Sabbath when surrounded by Sunday Churches and no other Sabbath keeping church in sight? Many SDA's believe it is a sin to worship on Sunday. I know far too many that don't go or been kicked out.

LifeHiscost speaking, especially to Debbyn re: me and my wife's welfare, computer problems and we're using the library computer when we can get to town. Also major auto expenses calling for restrictions to travel. Appreciate any prayers offered on our behalf. Hope to see the end of the present problems soon, health is good for both of us except for memory and some need for cooking capacity. LoL Keep looking up. I really believe Jesus is on the verge of making His appearance. God is love!~Jesus saves!

Well...... I think The Ladies should indeed wear her best to church! But it would be according to mY fine taste and delicate fashionable sensibilities! Glorious beaded sweeping gowns with arm length gloves (ya know there was a time when no self respecting woman stepped outside her homes without her lil white gloves with a delicate pearl button on the wrist) and a matching TaLL head piece. Modest for sure but tailored nicely. I think many pleats would have a great effect when one twirls but only with multiple slips and ruffles and bloomers to show not self with impropriety. Whalebone and cage crinoline and bustles are optional. And now for You Gents! Of course when sitting and having herbal tea with the Ladies at potluck, one must show himself as quite dapper. Tuxes with tails and top hats are all the rage! It don't have to be black anymore! But please if one must wear bright colours -a Zoot Suit will be more becoming to enter into The Sanctuary. And spats! All men must wear spats!

Regarding personal appearance, we are also told not to bathe, shave, or braid our hair on Sabbath. Do Adventists still believe and follow that? Seems the simpler the better--church is not to be a fashion show. Let the adornment be of the heart, and not the outward appearance. If our heart is in the right place, we won't come looking shoddy.

Yes, Wanderer, we meet God at all times and in all places. However, Sabbath and church are special formal meetings with Him. I talk to God constantly. He is my constant companion, but I would no more disrespect Him by approaching Him very casually at the formal meeting He has requested we have with Him every Sabbath than I would slap Him in the face. God knows we have to live our lives here on this earth. He knows our every circumstance. He is not unreasonable with us in any way, and I think that in and of itself calls for the very best I can offer Him.

Jo Mo made the following statements: 1) As long as we have breath, we are able to be saved. 2) It is wrong to say that God cannot do whatever He wants. 3) If He wants to call someone or save them, He can! 4) God is more powerful than ANY other spiritual being; 5) He will NEVER give up on us! 6) The problem is, we give up on God. Gary K responded by disagreeing with Jo Mo, as I understand Gary. I am not willing to say that Gary disagrees with any of the above 6. I don't think that God is less powerful than other spiritual beings whom God created. Etc. So, I said that it looked to me like Gary had misunderstood JoMo.

Isn't God more concerned with hearts than with garments?

Gary K, if I understand you, you do not understand Jo Mo.

I thought I recognized the name. You've posted his photos before, because I've seen a lot of them. That first link was pretty awesome for sure. I've heard about people waking up from comas and then saying they remembered stuff, like people talking to them, etc.

Who do you want to attend your church? Do you want the saints who have arrived at a level of spiritual grace? Do you want the person who just walked in off of the street. NOTE: If you only have saints worshiping in your church, it probably is not accomplishing its mission. For sometime, I attended a SDA church where the congregation was invited to text the pastor who was preaching and comment on the sermon. The pastor would answer, and respond publicly during the sermon.