GregNE

I had surgery in Mexico, and also have had two fills there. I have not explored whether a doctor in Nebr. would be willing to fill me. I also worry about the cost of a fill here in Omaha. With flouro, I have heard of very high fees.

Did I scare Ron away? Does he fold quickly if someone actually argues facts?

Yes, by the way, congrats on your success. You have lost amazingly!

Does being a completed Jew involve any restoration of genital skin? And hey, love your witty "Apparently you don't know much about anything" I sure wish that were true....would make life much easier. I actually know a lot about many things, but I do not know everything about anything.

And, from Hebrew, translated into Greek. Then Jerome translated from Greek to Latin.....have you no concept of the shift of languages that caused such misinterpretations? Then, Latin to English....and wow, a lot of meanings changed.

If I convert to Judaism, I am indeed a Jew. If you are referring to being a Hebrew, however, I can see your meaning. But, then you also have the term Israeli, which mixes more people in. And, considering the original test of being a Hebrew was, being from a Hebrew womb, you isolate more people. Add in 4000 years of outside marriages and childbirths, and I believe very few people know if they are truly a 'Chosen One'. Today, the various Jewish denominations have sharp disagreements about the nature of the Messiah and the Messianic Age, with some groups holding that the Messiah will be a person and other groups holding that the Messiah is a representation of the Messianic Age itself. Traditional thought and current Orthodox thought has mainly held that the Messiah will be an anointed one (messiah) descended from his father through the Davidic line of King David who will gather the Jews back in the Holy Land, the Land of Israel, and usher in an era of peace. Other denominations, such as Reform Judaism, perceive a Messianic Age when the world will be at peace, but do not agree if there will be a messiah as the leader of this era. And a jew for jesus is no longer a jew, simple. In fact, Israel has refused citizenship to many JfJ as they no longer are classified Jewish.

Now that would be a bible fellowship to go to! Ordained in a miniskirt. I can 't stop laughing.

I found him interesting and fun to debate, as several of you seem to also. He has set ideas, but don't we all. Look forward to talking again Mr. Cusano. oy veh!

From Ron's sight: Our Statement Of Faith 6: To encourage Jewish Believers to get in touch with their rich Jewish heritage and practices, find fellowship in a congregation of other Jewish and gentile believers, and to bring the “good news” of Yeshua to their own people. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Just what a Jewish faith family needs-----some vulnerable family member to start talking about Jesus at the dinner table with Uncle Mort---lol

What brought me into this thread was reading his anti-semetic hate site. His mission to convert Jews to a 'completed state' , where they believe in Jesus!?! How offensive, and worse, he says he is doing them a favor. He talks about it like you would talk about potty training a child. Oh, and he offers free training materials to other 'Christians' that want to enlighten the Jews they know. C'mon.......it is degrading.

So, if I am a Christian, and become a Jew, does that mean I am still a Christian. And all Jews virtually all believe in Jesus, just not as their Messiah. A Jew that believes in Jesus is a completed Jew????? Wow, that is anti-semetic in the extreme. So, the mainstream Jew that believes as the Torah teaches, is not complete. Kind of dehumanizing them, aren't you.

Misinformation? I think you are the one experienced with misinformation. You sure struggle for accuracy, as a proclaimed bibical scholar.

Now that is a stupid statement. As a biblical scholar, you should know that many names and terms we use now were interpretations. In the Vulgate, an early-5th-century translation of the Bible into Latin by Jerome, Lucifer occurs in Isaiah 14:12-14 as a translation of the Greek word heosphorus ("dawn-bearer"), an epithet of Venus. The original Hebrew text of this verse was הילל בן שחר (heilel ben-schahar), meaning "Helel son of Shahar." Helel was a Babylonian / Canaanite god who was the son of another Babylonian / Canaanite god named Shahar.

Actually, Jews for Jesus has a membership that is about 80% Gentile. And a Jew that believes that Jesus was their Messiah, is not a Jew, but a Christian.

Actually, it was St. Jerome (347-420) that gave Satan the proper name of Lucifer in his writings. Other church fathers did not agree that Lucifer was the name of the Devil.

I came upon this post yesterday, and thought it was just another incarnation of an urban myth (anti-Semitism in France). I am sure there is Anti-Semitism in France, as there is everywhere. There is also anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism, anti-black, anti-fat, and a host of other hatreds. The irony, however, is that the person that posted the alarmist alert that started this thread is a known Anti-Semite. If Ron Cusano had his way, the Jewish faith would be eradicated. It does not get any more Anti-Semitic than that. He is part of a religious movement aimed at converting Jewish people to a twisted version of Christianity. Such groups, referred to as messianic movements, use traditional Jewish symbols, holidays, and imagery, as well as other deceptive practices, to coerce vulnerable Jews into joining 'home bible studies'. They do not worship or 'study' in churches, but rather in homes, to maintain the deception that they are not practicing Christianity. Torah Atlanta Rabbi Efraim Davidson, in describing these movements, stated that "their techniques are manipulative, deceptive and anti-Semitic." This practice of deceptive conversion is opposed by many Christian denominations, including the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the United Church of Christ and the Presbyterian Church USA. Pope John Paul II also said Jews shouldn't be targeted for conversion. Even the most famous evangelical of all, Billy Graham, said he believes it is not appropriate to convert Jews (or Muslims), directly opposing the position of his own denomination, The Southern Baptist Church, which fully supports and funds these deceitful movements. I have no problem with Mr. Cusano's religious conviction, and I know he believes he is doing his Christian duty. I also believe any person can choose to follow the religion they desire (or lack thereof). I do, however, have a problem with his methods and approach. Expressing his disgust with Anti-Semitism, while openly practicing Anti-Semitism himself, is quite a deception.

By the way, Ron, which band do you have? And how are you progressing?

Just found this thread today. I don't see many men posting here, but that's ok, I like having women all around me anyway:) As others have said, good to see other high BMI experiences. Seems funny to see on other threads, people talking about the 50 or 60 lbs they need to lose. Anyway, glad to be here.

I live in Omaha, and had my band placed November 14th, (in Mexico). My UHC policy is excellent, but specifically excludes WLS. Being self-pay, I sought out the affordable opton for myself. I was surprised to learn Omaha has a support group! All band patients? Or a mix? Good to find other Nebraskans. Greg

I live in Omaha, and had my band placed November 14th, (in Mexico). My UHC policy is excellent, but specifically excludes WLS. Being self-pay, I sought out the affordable opton for myself. I was surprised to learn Omaha has a support group! All band patients? Or a mix? Good to find a fellow Nebraskan. Greg

My surgery was Nov. 14, and yes, it is normal. Whenever restriction kicks in for me, I start burping very small amounts. The belching actually helps relieve the pressure of being restricted. Greg