How much am I willing to share when it all hits the fan? Especially with those who are ignoring the warning? As of right now, I cannot honestly answer that, but I am seeking my Maker to receive His answer. I have spoken with a few other "Other 1 Percenters" on this topic and truthfully, it's a sensitive subject. Where is the line drawn? We all know the story of the Little Red Hen, and this preparation lifestyle can bring that out in all of us.
Where is the line between being kind and being played? Where is the line between sharing and providing? Undoubtedly as conditions continue to decline and trust continues to dwindle, there will still be need, but where will the answers and solutions be found? Where is the line between discernment and judgment? I'm truly beginning to think the other 1 percent could serve to be a real source of valuable information and example.
I'm beginning to think The Other 1 Percent will serve YHWH, and humanity, in some rather unconventional ways. It will go well beyond week-end attendance at some building, it won't be all "religiousness." I wouldn't be surprised if the last days prophets and apostles are wearing overalls and broom-skirts . . . gender specified, of course! This was only an example of work clothes, not a uniform. I also won't be surprised if the last days Pharisees are saying all the "right words" all over social media, while living Biblically "casual" and system dependent lifestyles. I'm also thinking I need to know, not what I am willing to do, but what my Creator is asking of me. I have a tendency to "want to include everyone," but Romans 8:29-30 indicates my zealous inclusion is inaccurate and presumptuous. There is nothing new under the sun, so just as the majority has been apathetic or wrong in most every historic situation, the end of days will be no exception.
I'm not saying the "Other 1 Percent" will all look like the subjects in American Gothic, but by the same token, I believe the end of days will put an end to the priorities that are presently held by many. I can honestly say, I have more than enough, but I can honestly say, I'm picky with whom I choose to share it. I got a taste of this years before I was homesteading and as current events continue to unfold, I am getting a glimpse as to what I was actually experiencing. Back in the late 90's the flip side to the "prosperity teaching" was "indulgent poverty." Those were situations in which the participants were usually in judgment of the religious teaching of wealth, so they didn't go at all, or attended a little church that ministered to the poor . . . which was them! They had funds for all sorts of frivolous desires on pay day, but had no problem asking for groceries later in the month. So while both ends of the religious spectrum were begging, the middle was supporting then entire fiasco, exactly on the same model as the government and banking have been operating for years.
I prayed about this 15 years ago and I'm so glad I did. I believe the Other 1 Percent will be helping those who are just now, coming into the knowledge of what it is to live by faith. I also believe the Other 1 Percent will end up being judged by society. I believe the Other 1 Percent will be helping those who are willing to roll up their sleeves and grab a hoe or a milk bucket. I also believe the Other 1 Percent will be condemned for teaching children to work! I believe, as a member of the Other 1 Percent, I won't support or assist those who have "more worldly needs" than I do. I also believe the Other 1 Percent will be labeled, outcasts, but it will not be the goal. We all know someone now that just has to orchestrate themselves to be the "persecuted outcast." That's not what I'm seeing as fellowship in the Other 1 Percent. I believe the Other 1 Percent won't have time for much technology or entertainment, but will be satisfied with an accomplished day, good food, and blessed fellowship.
I believe the Other 1 Percent will be in this world but not of this world . . .
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