In the previous two portions, connections were made between the ancient shepherds written in scripture and the fictional Jedi depicted in the original Star Wars movies. Many other connections can be given, although we will now focus on the responsibilities of these peculiar people.

We will now continue this message to further explore connections between the Jedi and the shepherds of ancient times, specifically those spoken about in scripture.

This will shock many of you, yet the visual and functional aspects of the Jedi are based on the nomad/pastoral shepherds as depicted in scripture. This is primarily seen within the Obi-Wan Kenobi character, yet was eventually expanded upon with Yoda and the prequels.

There is nothing new under the sun. For every myth presented, there is an original prototype associated with it.

It is time to speak about a subject others wouldn’t dare discuss. The freedom to speak the truth (without fear of excommunication) allows such ability.

Just as the Star wars galaxy was quick to promote an evil empire from a mismanaged republic, so we are in danger of heading the same direction.

The Father has been really testing some of us. Not to see how much we can perform, yet how dedicated we are to perform in the way he specifically asks.

It is uncommon to speak out regarding specific instances in life, as Jedihood is a message which goes beyond personal experience. Yet through prayer, fasting, and meditative thought in his words, the Father has again revealed a deep cut within my spirit.

We see many today who have positioned themselves in a lifestyle that cannot live righteously. Because of their openness to vices, an aura of darkness keeps beckoning them another direction.

Fasting is a very important act, yet is seldom realized in its overall fulfillment. This is partially because many restrict its meaning to a direct association of food and drink.

Today’s circumstance has brought remembrance of a great responsibility. It is a responsibility not spoken much today and is often ignored in public. In fact, many of us fail to understand the importance of such a task.

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Although many pray for healing, we have been socially trained to ignore a disease altogether. One that is, essentially, spiritual.

Although faith is found in religion, religion is definitely not a primal ingredient of faith. This is testified by a deep, spiritual depravity within a vast number of religious organizations today.

A wine press is an instrument which helps harvesters trodden ripened grapes into juice. This action is performed when the grapes are gathered during the end of harvesting.