Author of this analysis, Douglas Scofield, has read various ancient writings. 

A particular ancient manuscript, "Orea Linda Book," is held by C. over de Linda, and it is the subject of debate among Dutch and German literary societies. The presentation here is intended as a gleaning from that manuscript, showing the ways in which an ancient way of life described from the ancient manuscript supplies ideas for a path of life in modern times. The debate of those societies may continue, as it is valuable, but even more valuable is the best use of the book's content. 

Two approaches could be used for presenting these ancient ideas: quotations from the text or digest from the text. Quotes may require some interpretation notes, which may help make them more useful to modern readers. A digest of the text may come in the form of a paraphrase or summary of what the ancient text presents. 

Among the quotes, here are a few common words or phrases which need a point of reference for modern readers: 

Wr-alda = Creator, Almighty, equivalent to the being known today as "God" (as found in the Bible) 
prince (or Prince) = head of a household, father, chief in a small village 
Frya = similar to Eve, but it is important to identify Frya as the figurative mother of all who faithfully love and follow God (Wr-alda). Also, with the idea of "honor your father and mother", it is valuable to honor the wise words Frya recommended, just the same as if she were your wise great grandmother whom all of your reputable relatives highly respect. 
Fasta = the first Matriarch (Volksmoeder) recorded in Orea Linda. Fasta should be considered the first historical figure being described in Orea Linda, while Frya should remain as a metaphorical figure, only. Volksmoeder means "mother of the nation" [Dutch word]. 
Finda = similar to Frya, as a figurative mother, but having vastly different views. Principally, Finda is a cunning deceiver. She likes to establish laws, but she slyly avoids being under any law. 
Lyda = similar to Frya, as a figurative mother, but she follows paths which are more like that of a vicious beast. Lyda is not so much a deceiver, but rather she uses keen senses, brute force, and speed of attack to find her way in the world. 
Tex = Set of laws, guidelines, words provided to inspire toward whatever is best. 
Juul-day = winter solstice 

Other comments, before delving into the Book's message: 

The Orea Linda includes what seems to be authentic historical accounts. Among the accounts, it is obvious the society described was matriarchal. Most important, however, this manuscript provides the sense of an orderly society operating according to principles, and those principles can also apply in patriarchal types of society. 

'''Principles''' 
Watch (be alert, look all around you, and be willing to go places to observe what is different or uncommon in your home territory) 
Understand how to identify three types of people: The people of Frya; the people of Finda; the people of Lyda. 
Value what is truly valuable: liberty, freedom; all have equal rights; steady persistent efforts of work are the best starting approach; be very neighborly without meddling. 
Communicate with messengers, meetings and orderly ranking with no one being given any right to control anyone else. 
(All of the above is spelled out clearly in the Orea Linda). 

The Orea Linda emphasizes the importance of being able to recognize the people of Finda, especially. These are ones who enjoy flattery, both to be under it and to put if forth upon others. They ignore most of what is called "justice" or "peace", and instead, they look for whatever is to their own advantage. Even though the policy of Orea Linda is to immediately cast forth such ones, not allowing them into the society of Frya, it seems at least prudent, among the Tens, to immediately shine light upon any visitor who follows paths like those of Finda. The Creator (Wr-alda or God) is light, and that is the type of light which exposes pretense and fallacy. 

All are responsible for setting a watch. It is not merely the duty of a prominent figure (matriarch, in Orea Linda) or an army commander (known as a "Grevetman" in Orea Linda), but even the lowest private soldier or the most humble father who lives out in the woods should also remain watchful, always. And at the first sign of trouble, whether they identify the people of Finda entering the land or they see the signs of adverse weather or any other hint of danger, they send a messenger to inform their neighbors. 

When there is time for it, they gather for a meeting to discuss their options. When there is no need or no opportunity for a meeting, they simply proceed to act upon whatever it takes to resist, defend or flee, in accordance to their best inclination (using what wisdom they have). 

'''Frya's Traits''' 
The following is quoted directly from Orea Linda Book: 
"Frya was white like the snow at sunrise, and the blue of her eyes vied with the rainbow. 
Beautiful Frya! Like the rays of the sun shone the locks of her hair, which were as fine as spiders’ webs. 
Clever Frya! When she opened her lips the birds ceased to sing and the leaves to quiver. 
Powerful Frya! At the glance of her eye the lion lay down at her feet and the adder withheld his poison. 
Pure Frya! Her food was honey, and her beverage was dew gathered from the cups of the flowers. 
Sensible Frya! The first lesson that she taught her children was self-control, and the second was the love of virtue; and when they were grown she taught them the value of liberty; for she said, “Without liberty all other virtues serve to make you slaves, and to disgrace your origin.” 
Generous Frya! She never allowed metal to be dug from the earth for her own benefit, but when she did it it was for the general use. 
Most happy Frya! Like the starry host in the firmament, her children clustered around her. 
Wise Frya! When she had seen her children reach the seventh generation, she summoned them all to Flyland, and there gave them her Tex, saying, “Let this be your guide, and it can never go ill with you.” " 

Author's comments: I suggest Orea Linda describes a people with courage, and their beauty is a shining character (warm, peace-loving, friendly, honest, humble, full of joy). Her children cluster around her because she worked at cultivating healthy relationships with them. 

Part of the idea of a shining character includes a sincere walk with God (Wr-alda), including the aspect of gratitude. Here is another quote from Orea Linda: 
"When in dire distress, and when mental and physical energy avail nothing, then have recourse to the spirit of Wr-alda; but do not appeal to him before you have tried all other means, for I tell you beforehand, and time will prove its truth, that those who give way to discouragement sink under their burdens. 
"To Wr-alda’s spirit only shall you bend the knee in gratitude—thricefold—for what you have received, for what you do receive, and for the hope of aid in time of need." 

'''Leadership''' 
The matriarch (volksmoeder) described in Orea Linda is a titular leader. She is focused on caring about the people. She is available for giving counsel. She is ever-watchful against corrupting influences. She is willing to publish any and all mischief, so that a discovered cheater or a "Finda follower" will not be able to carry on with damaging others. 
In the marketplace, the land of Frya used the services of overseers, which are partially described in this quote: 
"... Therefore my counsel to you is, choose upright men who will fairly divide the labour and the fruits, so that no man shall be exempt from work or from the duty of defence." 

Although the society of Frya imposed a market charge (a tax) upon all that was sold at the market, in the Tens the same general idea is applied to contributions which are brought voluntarily to the altar. This is similar to the idea of tithing. 

And here is what the Orea Linda suggests about the market charge: 
 
"The market charges shall not exceed one-twelfth of the value of the goods either to natives or strangers. The portion taken for the charges shall not be sold before the other goods. The market charges shall not exceed one-twelfth of the value of the goods either to natives or strangers. The portion taken for the charges shall not be sold before the other goods. 
All the market receipts must be divided yearly into a hundred parts three days before the Juul-day. 
The Grevetman and his council shall take twenty parts; the keeper of the market ten, and his assistants five; the Volksmoeder one, the midwife four, the village ten, and the poor and infirm shall have fifty parts." 

Notice how much of that market charge goes for helping those who are in need. In the Bible, the same is recommended for the orphans and widows. I would not say the same portions need to be used in the Tens, but the general idea presented here is quite useful. In the Tens, a minister divides the contributions in accordance with what the Spirit of God lays upon his heart, and he is wise if he is watchful regarding evidence to show who is really in need of help, and what type of help do they need. Compare this with the way modern taxes are divided up. 

Also, regarding markets, Orea Linda says this: 
"There shall be no usurers in the market." 
The Bible also warns against usury. 

'''Union''' 

"Troops of Finda’s people came and settled in the empty places. Our dispersed people were exterminated or made slaves. Then watchfulness was doubly impressed upon us, and time taught us that union is force." 
This quote from Oera Linda is reinforcing the idea of the need for meetings. Union happens from regular meetings, at which the folks get to know one another quite well. Union happens as trust is built. Union is an evidence of peace among the people, and the lack of union suggests changes are coming to the society. And their concern was, of course, due to the rising influences of Finda's people living in the fringes. Without being watchful, they would hardly notice the slow changes being impressed upon their youth, if those youth had playmates from among Finda's people. 

'''Another aspect of Watching''' 

"Do not trust too much to the wisdom of your princes or of your maidens; but if you wish to keep things straight, everybody must watch over his own passions, as well as the general welfare." 
Watching over your own passion is the same thing as exercising self-control. I suggest the practice of "going to the balcony", to look at yourself and what you are doing, and in those instances when you watch yourself using anger sort of as a tool to persuade or coerce, it may be best if you immediately make an apology to the one with whom you were angry. As the quote from Orea Linda implies, do not wait for your father or your supervisor to counsel you toward making that apology. Who wants to be there sort of as your baby-sitter? You are grown-up, and you can do this by yourself. 

And here is another quote from Oera Linda, on somewhat the same topic: 

"All your life you have avoided your neighbours, fearing that you might have to give or do something for them; but one cannot get on in the world in that way, for Wr-alda, who is kind, turns away from the niggardly. Fâsta has advised us, and it is engraved in stone over all our doors. 

"If you are selfish, distrustful towards your neighbours, teach your neighbours, help your neighbours, and they will return the same to you. If this advice is not good enough for you, I can give you no better. The man blushed for shame, and slunk away. " 

And who was this man who "slunk away"? At the next opportunity, I will add a quote about him.

Oera Linda Book

2021-09-29T00:54:33Z

Douglas:

Be a Better Man

2021-09-11T22:36:00Z

Douglas:

'''Be a better man''' 
''(a learning process -- Part 1)'' 
Written by Douglas Scofield, updated 9/11/2021 

Every man has at least a few habits which could be modified or deleted. The good sense for making changes has to do with pursuing ways for healthy interactions with others, quite often. In recent years, I adjusted many of my habits. It seems I am not done, but here is some of what I already changed. 

Many of these things also apply to women. Their pursuit to be better women is at least parallel to what I write here. 

'''Wise?''' 
What helps me recognize wisdom? Wisdom comes with age, but it isn't automatic. Sometimes, wisdom comes quietly, without much ado. 

When I ask questions, I hope for answers. So, here's a bunch of questions, and it seems they help us find wisdom. 

What leads toward stability? It seems the wise have a good stable footing. 
What brings a swinging pendulum closer to the middle region of the potential swing? It seems the wise are moderate. 
What describes the things which almost everyone agrees is reasonable and logical? People seem to listen to the wise, as if they have good things to say. 
What falls within the category of common sense and progress toward long-term goals by which so many men and women can remain mostly content and satisfied? I like the way the wise think about others over the long-haul, and they are not so short-sighted. 

Who or what defines reality? In search of an answer, the wise dig deep until the most likely case of reality is discovered and confirmed. Having identified fallacy or deception, wisdom refuses to use lies or fabrications to support core principles by which its lifestyle is built, even if loved ones will be left behind in this journey to live by what is real. 
'''Courage''' 
Courage is a companion of wisdom. 
Even though the actual labor of doing what is wise might be arduous, and it might make me physically sore, or it might inflict some mental pain in my soul … if I still perceive the potential goodness of it (even if only some small emotional profit), then I may move forward to do it. There's a chance my confidence and courage could lead to a stronger me. 
Practice makes perfect. Rinse and repeat. My hard work and accompanying soreness are like storms. The storms make trees stronger, and my life's storms make me stronger. 
Moving forward despite risk of pain takes courage. Wisdom seeks to weigh the risk, and on the green light (with help from the Spirit of God), courage walks right into the fire … fire being a metaphor for risk. 

'''Communication''' 
1. Criticize only to call forth accuracy from the one with whom I speak. 

Examples: I ask my neighbor to use correct pronunciation; I request the full story, or at least request more details about their story, for clarity's sake; we revisit the math, to ensure the math is done correctly. 
 

2. Infrequently use a respectful complaining method (without accusing), instead of using a personal attack which may demean or disrespect my neighbor. 
Try describing an issue and request something the individual might do better for completing what is his or her part for resolving the issue. No sarcasm and not allowing for yourself a whining tone. Use questions and listen well. 

Example: “Can you show me some of your thoughts which led you to do what you did?” 

In years past, I thought my complaints should touch on what I feel. However I found it can cause unnecessary hurt when I insert blame upon others in my complaint. Blame often includes unsaid assumptions. “I don't like what you did to me” (What is unsaid is “ … and you did it on purpose, too!) “I felt deeply hurt when you said you hate me.” (What is unsaid is “... and I really think you truly hate me, which means you are so evil”). “It seems like you do not listen to hear all of what I say, and you do not seem to want to know the full meaning of what I said just now.” (What is unsaid is “... and you don't care about me”). 

Though I might experience injustice at the hand of others, it is often pointless to disclose to them what I feel. If they really wanted to know how I feel, they would ask me. So, it seems best not to complain about how I feel, unless my neighbor clearly shows they want to know it. 

Those who resent being blamed may be very tangled up with their own set of useless habits. It is good to want to help them get rid of such habits, but the opportunity to help needs to be invited by them. Any discussion about their personal habits or duties may need to be very short and only infrequently. Maybe drop a hint by asking a simple question. 

Those who complain about how they feel are often thought to be self-centered. If I express how I feel and it angered my neighbor, its time to back off. This is not because of lack of courage; rather it is for preserving relationship. It's not time for war (at least not yet). 

Those who do not take offense when I share how I feel are those who are at least somewhat curious and they want to discover my perspective. This is because they built some trust toward me. It's not time to wreck that trust. If they ask to understand what I see, they may offer their response showing that they either walk with me or they cannot walk with me. The best is to accept that response with respect. 

Friends patiently explain the way they see things. It may take days, weeks or months. Through it all, they assure one another of their care for each other. 

Rather than expecting those who are not my friends to be a good listener, I resolve to use effective listening skills with them. This is a show of respect, even when I cannot agree with their view (and I might non-violently reveal that to them).
If my example as a listener inspires them, well and good, but it need not happen. Their personal journey is theirs, and they need not arrive to what I have discovered in my life's journey. Their refusal to build trust toward me is their choice. My efforts to manipulate them toward trusting me is actually my quiet (subtle) war against them. It's not time for war. 

A small personal war with someone can only be useful when I care about others whom that someone is attacking, and now I feel compelled to defend my neighbor who is being attacked or oppressed. 

My violence in a personal war is never warranted for defending myself, when I am the only one who is being attacked. This is because my commitment to love goes all the way to the extent of being willing to sacrifice whatever is mine. If the love shows as an example for others to follow, I served an important purpose by taking the violence against me with courage. The natural consequence to my attacker will bear down upon him, when and how ever the surrounding bystanders see fit. 

When I survive an attack, my next task is to forgive my attacker. It is often not so easy to do, and it may take months of effort within my soul. My friends are able to help me, even if they don't have a degree in psychology.

Talk:Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T22:35:07Z

Douglas:

Lately, I lead my family in discussions about 'altars' and the altar of clay. We are all trying to wrap our brains around the concept, since the altar is not a visible thing in our house. Most definitely, the altar of clay is in use in our home. The question that is important is this: do we offer holy fire on it, or do we have strange fire on it?

I pray we will recognize the strange fire, and let that type of fire be extinguished, never to return.

What is the fire on the altar? I believe it is the processing of the item offered at the altar. It is the "cooking" process, which is required before the item can be useful in the home environment.

An idea brought to the altar may be as fundamental as this: teach children to be good citizens. Now, to "cook" that idea, what if someone suggests the good ideas should come from Dr. Spock or Plato? STRANGE FIRE! Banish such cooking methods. Instead, go to God's Word, and learn what is a good citizen of heaven. The good citizen will remain unspotted from the world. The good citizen will love his neighbor. The good citizen will love God above all else. That is holy fire with which to 'cook' the teaching idea in my suggested example.

-- Doug Scofield
(Feel free to add your comments below)

== Be a Better Man ==

I have an article posted, called "[[Be a Better Man]]".
If anyone wants to post comments or additional ideas on that topic, I may be willing to post them here, for all to see.

Someday, I can post Part 2 of this article.

Be a Better Man

2021-09-11T22:33:48Z

Douglas:

'''Be a better man''' 
''(a learning process)'' 
Written by Douglas Scofield, updated 9/11/2021 

Every man has at least a few habits which could be modified or deleted. The good sense for making changes has to do with pursuing ways for healthy interactions with others, quite often. In recent years, I adjusted many of my habits. It seems I am not done, but here is some of what I already changed. 

Many of these things also apply to women. Their pursuit to be better women is at least parallel to what I write here. 

'''Wise?''' 
What helps me recognize wisdom? Wisdom comes with age, but it isn't automatic. Sometimes, wisdom comes quietly, without much ado. 

When I ask questions, I hope for answers. So, here's a bunch of questions, and it seems they help us find wisdom. 

What leads toward stability? It seems the wise have a good stable footing. 
What brings a swinging pendulum closer to the middle region of the potential swing? It seems the wise are moderate. 
What describes the things which almost everyone agrees is reasonable and logical? People seem to listen to the wise, as if they have good things to say. 
What falls within the category of common sense and progress toward long-term goals by which so many men and women can remain mostly content and satisfied? I like the way the wise think about others over the long-haul, and they are not so short-sighted. 

Who or what defines reality? In search of an answer, the wise dig deep until the most likely case of reality is discovered and confirmed. Having identified fallacy or deception, wisdom refuses to use lies or fabrications to support core principles by which its lifestyle is built, even if loved ones will be left behind in this journey to live by what is real. 
'''Courage''' 
Courage is a companion of wisdom. 
Even though the actual labor of doing what is wise might be arduous, and it might make me physically sore, or it might inflict some mental pain in my soul … if I still perceive the potential goodness of it (even if only some small emotional profit), then I may move forward to do it. There's a chance my confidence and courage could lead to a stronger me. 
Practice makes perfect. Rinse and repeat. My hard work and accompanying soreness are like storms. The storms make trees stronger, and my life's storms make me stronger. 
Moving forward despite risk of pain takes courage. Wisdom seeks to weigh the risk, and on the green light (with help from the Spirit of God), courage walks right into the fire … fire being a metaphor for risk. 

'''Communication''' 
1. Criticize only to call forth accuracy from the one with whom I speak. 

Examples: I ask my neighbor to use correct pronunciation; I request the full story, or at least request more details about their story, for clarity's sake; we revisit the math, to ensure the math is done correctly. 
 

2. Infrequently use a respectful complaining method (without accusing), instead of using a personal attack which may demean or disrespect my neighbor. 
Try describing an issue and request something the individual might do better for completing what is his or her part for resolving the issue. No sarcasm and not allowing for yourself a whining tone. Use questions and listen well. 

Example: “Can you show me some of your thoughts which led you to do what you did?” 

In years past, I thought my complaints should touch on what I feel. However I found it can cause unnecessary hurt when I insert blame upon others in my complaint. Blame often includes unsaid assumptions. “I don't like what you did to me” (What is unsaid is “ … and you did it on purpose, too!) “I felt deeply hurt when you said you hate me.” (What is unsaid is “... and I really think you truly hate me, which means you are so evil”). “It seems like you do not listen to hear all of what I say, and you do not seem to want to know the full meaning of what I said just now.” (What is unsaid is “... and you don't care about me”). 

Though I might experience injustice at the hand of others, it is often pointless to disclose to them what I feel. If they really wanted to know how I feel, they would ask me. So, it seems best not to complain about how I feel, unless my neighbor clearly shows they want to know it. 

Those who resent being blamed may be very tangled up with their own set of useless habits. It is good to want to help them get rid of such habits, but the opportunity to help needs to be invited by them. Any discussion about their personal habits or duties may need to be very short and only infrequently. Maybe drop a hint by asking a simple question. 

Those who complain about how they feel are often thought to be self-centered. If I express how I feel and it angered my neighbor, its time to back off. This is not because of lack of courage; rather it is for preserving relationship. It's not time for war (at least not yet). 

Those who do not take offense when I share how I feel are those who are at least somewhat curious and they want to discover my perspective. This is because they built some trust toward me. It's not time to wreck that trust. If they ask to understand what I see, they may offer their response showing that they either walk with me or they cannot walk with me. The best is to accept that response with respect. 

Friends patiently explain the way they see things. It may take days, weeks or months. Through it all, they assure one another of their care for each other. 

Rather than expecting those who are not my friends to be a good listener, I resolve to use effective listening skills with them. This is a show of respect, even when I cannot agree with their view (and I might non-violently reveal that to them).
If my example as a listener inspires them, well and good, but it need not happen. Their personal journey is theirs, and they need not arrive to what I have discovered in my life's journey. Their refusal to build trust toward me is their choice. My efforts to manipulate them toward trusting me is actually my quiet (subtle) war against them. It's not time for war. 

A small personal war with someone can only be useful when I care about others whom that someone is attacking, and now I feel compelled to defend my neighbor who is being attacked or oppressed. 

My violence in a personal war is never warranted for defending myself, when I am the only one who is being attacked. This is because my commitment to love goes all the way to the extent of being willing to sacrifice whatever is mine. If the love shows as an example for others to follow, I served an important purpose by taking the violence against me with courage. The natural consequence to my attacker will bear down upon him, when and how ever the surrounding bystanders see fit. 

When I survive an attack, my next task is to forgive my attacker. It is often not so easy to do, and it may take months of effort within my soul. My friends are able to help me, even if they don't have a degree in psychology.

Be a Better Man

2021-09-11T22:28:08Z

2021-09-11T05:18:26Z

Douglas:

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In my younger years, I would ask within myself: Why does it seem as though revival is so slow in coming? There I was, for years and years, faithfully attending Sunday meetings in church buildings or with home church groups. I had to wonder: Do we have an accurate picture of what revival should be? 

I had spent many hours studying for a broad and complete understanding of the Bible's content and its message. A few common threads began to become ever clearer in my mind. The message of love and devotion to God was underlined with the idea of drawing closer to God, by learning more and more about what was established in creation by the hand of the Creator. And real love for God means putting into practice in my life what I discover about the Creator. For instance, the Creator is able to come to each individual at their level, without using any approach of looking down on them, and that same approach is what is my duty to each of my neighbors and to strangers whom I meet. 

Douglas (Doug) Scofield 
Pleasant Valley Rd 
Sweet Home, Oregon 
homeblessings[at]sent[dot]com 
ds1othem[at]post[dot]com 
Ph. 541 five51 0721 
 
'''About Douglas'''

[[File:HCNRDougScofield15.jpg|180px|left]]
Raised in a "christian home", I became acquainted with many denominations, but I preferred those which were not tightly controlled by a headquarters. My "christian walk" was fairly strict, even though my parents nor most of my siblings were so strict. It was my journey bordering on legalism, which began at around age 9 and continued well into my 40s. 
In college, I was curious, and so I attended a whole myriad of church denominations, just to get a broader view. During college, I met a young woman who was as strict as I, and for some reason, I married her. I guess it made sense to me, at the time. Marriage to Diane happened in 1983, right after I earned a college degree in forestry. 

We brought into the world ten children (8 boys, 2 girls), we raised them together and now they are all grown (on their own). Six of them are married, and I have thirteen grandchildren. We homeschooled all of our children, but by the time we began homeschooling our youngest three children, I felt compelled to back off from being so strict. My second eldest son, Joel, lit out of our home at age 18 around that time, and he began a not-so-strict life journey. I now applaud his courage, but at the time, he was "rocking the boat". My wife despised it, but I accepted it. 

I guess in time that was part of what killed our marriage, right after our youngest turned age 18, so now my wife and I live separately (legal separation, which is essentially just like a divorce). At some point, I had to seriously question the legalism. I kept her apprised of my journey, which included serious studies of the Bible. More and more, I questioned all of the aspects of a legalist, and little by little, I was eyed with greater suspicion by "elders of the church" who wanted me to be at least somewhat of a legalist. I just couldn't see the sense of meeting their demands. 

Our family lived 'out in the sticks' of southern Oregon, where we pursued a self-sufficient lifestyle. It was excellent having goats, chickens, ducks and a garden, where our children did chores and learned so much about life. To this day, they all appreciate the way we brought them into the world and taught them (including Joel). 

 
 
 
 
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'''Update, September 2021'''

Douglas congregates among ministers of HHC, and he has elected Brother Gregory as his Minister of Record. Gregory is Minister of His Church at Summer Lake - [[HCSL]]. 

Currently, Douglas carries responsibilities as licensed minister and trustee: 1) licensed as Minister of Record for '''His Church at New River''' ([[HCNR]]), having been elected by three who are Elders of Record associated with HCNR and; 2) trustee of '''Friends of His Church Missions''' (FHCM), an auxilliary of HHC. 

More about Douglas: 
Before my interactions with His Holy Church, I had become very interested in early church history, reading writings of Justin Martyr and Origen, together with some of what Josephus wrote. Through the recent years of my studies of history, I also branched out to read some of what higher critics have presented. This led me to read other ancient writings, including those which may have been written by what is now recognized as western orthodox "catholic" materials. 

To me, a non-legalist is more flexible, less judgmental, more patient, more willing to be curious about others, and all the while, hoping to be completely faithful with the Creator. Principles of the Creator were laid down upon all of creation in the beginning, and being faithful to those principles requires a more thorough understanding of them. Hence, it is recommended to draw near to the Creator. And the non-legalist is able to practice to the best of his/her knowledge - within the confines of what traits and gifts the Creator has given him or her personally - to do any and all duties of love that are set in the path of life at this moment for him or her. And so then, a non-legalist dares not describe to others what they must do; rather, it is best to simply live an exemplary life, demonstrating love, and when it is time to describe anything, present ideas as suggestions, but respect their right to ignore my suggestions or modify them for their own situations. 
 
What I like best is a vision and a life in pursuit of stability. From stability, peace arises. 
And so, peace on your house. 

 

'''Skills:''' 
 - handyman 
 
- technical writing 
 

- Outreach ministry, one-on-one conversant, outdoor skills teacher 

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Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T04:46:40Z

Douglas:

[[File:PCM-DouglasScofield.jpg|180px|right]]
In my younger years, I would ask within myself: Why does it seem as though revival is so slow in coming? There I was, for years and years, faithfully attending Sunday meetings in church buildings or with home church groups. I had to wonder: Do we have an accurate picture of what revival should be? 

I had spent many hours studying for a broad and complete understanding of the Bible's content and its message. A few common threads began to become ever clearer in my mind. The message of love and devotion to God was underlined with the idea of drawing closer to God, by learning more and more about what was established in creation by the hand of the Creator. And real love for God means putting into practice in my life what I discover about the Creator. For instance, the Creator is able to come to each individual at their level, without using any approach of looking down on them, and that same approach is what is my duty to each of my neighbors and to strangers whom I meet. 

Douglas (Doug) Scofield 
Pleasant Valley Rd 
Sweet Home, Oregon 
homeblessings[at]sent[dot]com 
ds1othem[at]post[dot]com 
Ph. 541 five51 0721 
 
'''About Douglas'''

[[File:HCNRDougScofield15.jpg|180px|left]]
Raised in a "christian home", I became acquainted with many denominations, but I preferred those which were not tightly controlled by a headquarters. My "christian walk" was fairly strict, even though my parents nor most of my siblings were so strict. It was my journey bordering on legalism, which began at around age 9 and continued well into my 40s. 
In college, I was curious, and so I attended a whole myriad of church denominations, just to get a broader view. During college, I met a young woman who was as strict as I, and for some reason, I married her. I guess it made sense to me, at the time. Marriage to Diane happened in 1983, right after I earned a college degree in forestry. 

We brought into the world ten children (8 boys, 2 girls), we raised them together and now they are all grown (on their own). Six of them are married, and I have thirteen grandchildren. We homeschooled all of our children, but by the time we began homeschooling our youngest three children, I felt compelled to back off from being so strict. My second eldest son, Joel, lit out of our home at age 18 around that time, and he began a not-so-strict life journey. I now applaud his courage, but at the time, he was "rocking the boat". My wife despised it, but I accepted it. 

I guess in time that was part of what killed our marriage, right after our youngest turned age 18, so now my wife and I live separately (legal separation, which is essentially just like a divorce). At some point, I had to seriously question the legalism. I kept her apprised of my journey, which included serious studies of the Bible. More and more, I questioned all of the aspects of a legalist, and little by little, I was eyed with greater suspicion by "elders of the church" who wanted me to be at least somewhat of a legalist. 

Our family lived 'out in the sticks' of southern Oregon, where we pursued a self-sufficient lifestyle. It was excellent having goats, chickens, ducks and a garden, where our children did chores and learned so much about life. To this day, they all appreciate the way we brought them into the world and taught them (including Joel). 

 
 
 
 
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'''Update, September 2021'''

Douglas congregates among ministers of HHC, and he has elected Brother Gregory as his Minister of Record. Gregory is Minister of His Church at Summer Lake - [[HCSL]]. 

Currently, Douglas carries responsibilities as licensed minister and trustee: 1) licensed as Minister of Record for '''His Church at New River''' ([[HCNR]]), having been elected by three who are Elders of Record associated with HCNR and; 2) trustee of '''Friends of His Church Missions''' (FHCM), an auxilliary of HHC. 

Before my interactions with His Holy Church, I had become very interested in early church history, reading writings of Justin Martyr and Origen, together with some of what Josephus wrote. Through the recent years of my studies of history, I also branched out to read some of what higher critics have presented. This led me to read other ancient writings, including those which may have been written by what is now recognized as western orthodox "catholic" materials.

 

'''Skills:''' 
 - handyman 
 
- technical writing 
 

- Outreach ministry, one-on-one conversant, outdoor skills teacher 

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Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T04:14:50Z

Douglas:

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In my younger years, I would ask within myself: Why does it seem as though revival is so slow in coming? There I was, for years and years, faithfully attending Sunday meetings in church buildings or with home church groups. I had to wonder: Do we have an accurate picture of what revival should be? 

I had spent many hours studying for a broad and complete understanding of the Bible's content and its message. A few common threads began to become ever clearer in my mind. The message of love and devotion to God was underlined with the idea of drawing closer to God, by learning more and more about what was established in creation by the hand of the Creator. And real love for God means putting into practice in my life what I discover about the Creator. For instance, the Creator is able to come to each individual at their level, without using any approach of looking down on them, and that same approach is what is my duty to each of my neighbors and to strangers whom I meet. 

Douglas (Doug) Scofield 
Pleasant Valley Rd 
Sweet Home, Oregon 
homeblessings[at]sent[dot]com 
ds1othem[at]post[dot]com 
Ph. 541 five51 0721 
 
'''About Douglas'''

[[File:HCNRDougScofield15.jpg|180px|left]]
Raised in a "christian home", I became acquainted with many denominations, but I preferred those which were not tightly controlled by a headquarters. My "christian walk" was fairly strict, even though my parents nor most of my siblings were so strict. It was my journey bordering on legalism, which began at around age 9 and continued well into my 40s. In college, I was curious, and so I attended a whole myriad of church denominations, just to get a broader view. During college, I met a young woman who was as strict as I, and for some reason, I married her. I guess it made sense to me, at the time. Marriage to Diane happened in 1983, right after I earned a college degree in forestry. 

We brought into the world ten children (8 boys, 2 girls), we raised them together and now they are all grown (on their own). Six of them are married, and I have thirteen grandchildren. We homeschooled all of our children, but by the time we began homeschooling our youngest three children, I felt compelled to back off from being so strict. My second eldest son, Joel, lit out of our home at age 18 around that time, and he began a not-so-strict life journey. I now applaud his courage, but at the time, he was "rocking the boat". My wife despised it, but I accepted it. 

I guess in time that was part of what killed our marriage, so now my wife and I live separately (legal separation, which is essentially just like a divorce). At some point, I had to seriously question the legalism. More and more, I questioned all of its aspects, and little by little, I was eyed with greater suspicion by "elders of the church". 

Our family lived 'out in the sticks' of southern Oregon, where we pursued a self-sufficient lifestyle. It was excellent having goats, chickens, ducks and a garden, where our children did chores and learned so much about life. To this day, they all appreciate the way we brought them into the world and taught them (including Joel). 

 
 
 
 
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'''Update, April 2016'''

Douglas congregates among ministers, with the several Elders of Record who elected Brother Gregory as their Minister of Record. Gregory is Minister of His Church at Summer Lake - [[HCSL]]. 

Currently, Douglas carries responsibilities as Minister of Record of '''His Church at New River''' ([[HCNR]]), and he is trustee of '''Friends of His Church Missions''' (FHCM).
 
'''[[His Church at New River]]''' serves two Elders of Record.

 

'''Skills:''' Providing help with projects such as ones which are listed below. 

 
- carpentry: new construction, repair or rebuilding. 
- landscape maintenance. 
- farm-fence repair. 
- limited experience with appliance repair. 
 

- technical writing. 
- editing for correct grammar and sentence clarity. 
- simple publishing using Adobe FrameMaker 7.0 -- pamphlets, cards, print-ready books or booklets. 
 

- lavender farm operation (small organic farm, "Green Gulch Lavender Farm"): currently limited stock of lavender products. 
 

In ministry, the Father often leads me to converse with those who have few they can trust. His desire is that His people should offer divine love to the lonely, destitute, imprisoned, sick, lame and blind. I pray for His grace that I might become a better vessel of His love, as I work and minister.

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Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T03:56:51Z

Douglas:

[[File:PCM-DouglasScofield.jpg|180px|right]]
In my younger years, I would ask within myself: Why does it seem as though revival is so slow in coming? There I was, for years and years, faithfully attending Sunday meetings in church buildings or with home church groups. I had to wonder: Do we have an accurate picture of what revival should be? 

I had spent many hours studying for a broad and complete understanding of the Bible's content and its message. A few common threads began to become ever clearer in my mind. The message of love and devotion to God was underlined with the idea of drawing closer to God, by learning more and more about what was established in creation by the hand of the Creator. And real love for God means putting into practice in my life what I discover about the Creator. For instance, the Creator is able to come to each individual at their level, without using any approach of looking down on them, and that same approach is what is my duty to each of my neighbors and to strangers whom I meet. 

Douglas (Doug) Scofield 
Sweet Home, Oregon 
homeblessings[at]sent[dot]com 
ds1othem[at]post[dot]com 
Ph. 541 five51 0721 
 
'''About Douglas'''

[[File:HCNRDougScofield15.jpg|180px|left]]
Raised in a "christian home", I became acquainted with many denominations, but I preferred those which were not tightly controlled by a headquarters. My "christian walk" was fairly strict, even though my parents nor most of my siblings were so strict. It was my journey bordering on legalism, which began at around age 9 and continued well into my 40s. In college, I was curious, and so I attended a whole myriad of church denominations, just to get a broader view. During college, I met a young woman who was as strict as I, and for some reason, I married her. I guess it made sense to me, at the time. Marriage to Diane happened in 1983, right after I earned a college degree in forestry. 

We brought into the world ten children, we raised them together and now they are all grown (on their own). Six of them are married, and I have thirteen grandchildren, so far. Most of them are fairly strict. But by the time we began homeschooling our youngest three children, I felt compelled to back off from being so strict. My second eldest son lit out of our home at age 18 around that time, and he began a not-so-strict life journey. I now applaud his courage, but at the time, he was "rocking the boat". My wife despised it, but I accepted it.

I guess in time that was part of what killed our marriage, so now my wife and I live separately.

Most of my employment comes from self-employment as a handyman. Together by home schooling, gardening, raising goats, and a myriad of other ‘homesteading’ activities, our family lives by rural American standards, ‘out in the sticks’ of southern Oregon. We practice alternative home-health care and health maintenance. 
 
 
 
 
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'''Update, April 2016'''

Douglas congregates among ministers, with the several Elders of Record who elected Brother Gregory as their Minister of Record. Gregory is Minister of His Church at Summer Lake - [[HCSL]]. 

Currently, Douglas carries responsibilities as Minister of Record of '''His Church at New River''' ([[HCNR]]), and he is trustee of '''Friends of His Church Missions''' (FHCM).
 
'''[[His Church at New River]]''' serves two Elders of Record.

 

'''Skills:''' Providing help with projects such as ones which are listed below. 

 
- carpentry: new construction, repair or rebuilding. 
- landscape maintenance. 
- farm-fence repair. 
- limited experience with appliance repair. 
 

- technical writing. 
- editing for correct grammar and sentence clarity. 
- simple publishing using Adobe FrameMaker 7.0 -- pamphlets, cards, print-ready books or booklets. 
 

- lavender farm operation (small organic farm, "Green Gulch Lavender Farm"): currently limited stock of lavender products. 
 

In ministry, the Father often leads me to converse with those who have few they can trust. His desire is that His people should offer divine love to the lonely, destitute, imprisoned, sick, lame and blind. I pray for His grace that I might become a better vessel of His love, as I work and minister.

== Elect ==
Elect a PCM using the form available at: http://www.hisholychurch.org/network/contactform.php

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Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T03:42:49Z

Douglas:

Douglas Scofield

2021-09-11T03:28:17Z

Douglas: