Germs and Coronavirus

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The first four paragraphs of this post were from my very first article that was submitted online back in July 31, 2008.  It was relevant then and even more pertinent today.  If you’re a Germaphobe (a person with an extreme fear of germs and an obsession with cleanliness) then you may not want to read any further; but if you want help concerning this recent scare with Coronavirus, then let’s proceed.


Things and places where germs grow:
Restaurant salt & pepper shakers (All Condiments)
Toilet seats & faucets
Holding onto Handrails (Stairs & Escalators)
Door handles
DVD rentals
Cosmetic tester units (except perfumes)
Remote control units
Flipping through Magazines in offices
Hotel linens (pillows)
Handles of your Purse
Elevator Buttons
Touch Screens (bank ATM’s, Job applying Computer sites etc.)
Buffet Food Utensils
Headrests (Theaters/Airplanes etc.)
Money / Credit cards
Shopping Cart handles
Some other things were suggested by my readers:
Bowling Ball Holes & Shoes
Arcade Games
Any place Children Touch
Computer Keyboards
Phones
Playground Equipment; and the list could go on and on.
ICKY!!! Icky!!! Icky!!!

All of the above-mentioned items are sources of Germ Warfare through ‘touch’.  Yuck!!!  But we come in contact with most of these items, on a daily basis.  What are we to do?  Do we have enough money to spend on a personal “port-a-potty”?  Do we carry our own condiments (those purses are heavy enough already)?  Do we pull out our swab or handy hand sanitizer (nothing wrong with carrying a little sanitation)?  Or do we stay in our ‘Clear Plastic Bubble’ (now they say that plastic is harmful too)?  What a waste of money!

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”  II Tim. 1:7

Sure, we need to keep down the transference of germs the best way we can, and that’s by washing our hands frequently and keeping soiled hands away from our mouths, eyes, nose or open cuts; nevertheless we don’t want to Fear all the germs that frequently cross our path.  We need to continue to Wash Our Hands and/or use Hand Sanitizer.  We need to be cautious, but not crazy.

I’ve also survived the Philadelphia Legionnaires Disease years ago.  Psalm 91: 7 "A thousand may fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand; But it shall not come near you."  #TBR

I’ve wiped down my seat and tray on airplanes before the coronavirus broke out.  I wipe off equipment (hand-weight contact areas) when I’m at the gym (I’ve noticed how people quickly leave the restroom and couldn’t possibly have washed their hands - men come out too quick).  My nail tech wears a mask all the time and he always has (for nail dust), but not with pedicures.  When I go to the hospital and someone is coughing and looks like poop, I will put on a mask to protect myself or others if I am experiences symptoms.  I’m still on the fence about all the handshaking in church.  Not a lack of faith, but wisdom.  I love you, and love myself too.  #CautiousButNotCrazy   #FactsNotFear

Mysophobia is a term used to describe a pathological fear of contact with dirt, to avoid contamination and germs.  Someone who has such a fear is often referred to as a "mysophobe".  The term was introduced by William A. Hammond in 1879 when describing a case of obsessive-compulsive disorder exhibited in repeated washing one's hands.  This phobia is sometimes referred to as germophobia (or germaphobia), a combination of germ and phobia to mean fear of germs, as well as bacillophobia and bacterophobia.  Mysophobia has long been related to OCD or washing one's hands, however Harry Stack Sullivan, an American psychologist and psychoanalyst, notes that while fear of dirt underlies the compulsion of a person with this kind of OCD, their mental state is not about germs, it is about the hands must be washed.  Several well-known individuals have suffered from this disorder including: Howie Mandel, Howard Hughes and Nikola Tesla.

Some people do need professional help for this ailment, but if you believe in the things that God can and will do for you, then you can live a life without Fear.  Building up your Faith can make you Fearless!  If you are running a fever, coughing (other than allergies) or have other symptoms of coronavirus, flu or another contagious disease take care and don’t hide your symptoms due to a fear of being shunned like when AIDS was first discovered.  Don’t panic - be wise and don’t let this be like the movie “Outbreak”.  Let’s hear what you have to say.
Ms. “V” www.victoriapoller.com

“Put On Your “No-Fear” Gear”

“A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee. There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” Psalm 91:7, 10-11

Syphilis, Cholera, Smallpox, Influenza, Poliomyelitis, Measles, Mumps, Rubellla, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Anthrax, Botulism, Hepatitis, Typhoid Fever, Tuberculosis, whooping Cough, German Measles, Trichomoniasis, Malaria, Plague, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Hepatitis A, B & C, Tetanus, Meningococcal Meningitis, Ebola, Dysentery, Bird Flu and yes ever Legionnaires Disease which occurred in Philadelphia, Penna. around July 1976 (I was actually living there at the time). These are some of the infectious diseases that have plagued some people in the United States and abroad recently since 1950. Some have been eradicated while others still creep up every now and then; yet, we overcome by the “blood of the Lamb” and there was no need for panic.

Then there are some diseases that are not contagious, yet can be deadly to those who succumb to any of the following ailments: Cancer, Asthma, Tobacco, Alcohol, Narcotics, Heart or Mental Health issues, Diabetes, Lyme disease, Chohn’s disease, Parkinsons and Lew Garrett diseases – just to mention a few.

While scientists are looking for a cure to the latest disease (Swine Flu), Christians continue to have the reassurance that Jesus Christ has promised His beloved followers the safety from any or all of the conditions listed in this piece. Who knew that the Blog that I wrote on “Germs” (see Blog July 31, 2008 @ http://www.victoriapoller.com/) would be so significant today.

During this time caution is necessary. Be wise and continue to wash your hands, use hand sanitizer or wet wipes on you and your family (I’ve seen too many women leave a public restroom without washing their hands – That’s just Nasty!) And, as heard on the “Today Show”, cough into the fold of your arm instead of your hand. Handkerchiefs are just not sanitary. Don’t sneeze on others. And above all - don’t be led into fear.

As believers we still should Trust in His Word, Believe that what He has said, He is able to perform, and Receive the healing touch from His hands and continue to use wisdom. If you don’t have the faith of God, and believe in His loving protection, then please use the suggested safety alternatives that you should be able to ‘lean on’ for awhile ;)

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

Keeping ‘COVID - 19’ at bay

April 5, 2020 will be Palm Sunday.  Even churches of 20 or less should make use technology with the use of online congregating, corporate worship, and hearing God’s Word through the internet.  We need to safeguard ourselves, families, and others by following the suggestions of the CDC (a US government federal agency) and using common sense.  Even Jesus was subject to the government with taxation, nevertheless, Jesus was (and still is) part of the government (Isiah 9:6-7).

One of our churches Small Group Leaders has a relative (a beautiful young woman) who was recently removed from a respirator, due to the Corona virus.  It was through medicine and the prayers of the righteous that she is recovering.  This pandemic is REAL!  It is a fallacy to think that one race or another cannot be subject to the coronavirus, if we’re not careful.  Yes, anyone can get it, or be a carrier.  Take a look at Idris Elba & Tom Hanks.  This calamity is REALLY REAL!

No one suggests that you cannot go outside and get some direct sunlight (natural form of Vitamin D).  Take a walk & relieve your mind.  Be aware of the places where “Germs” can hide.  Safeguard yourself and those around you.  Wash you hands when touching other surfaces; disinfect those areas before you use them.  Keep your hands away from your face until you do sanitize.  Avoid large crowds and maintain a 6 - 10 ft. radius from other people.

Don’t ostracize people unless they’ve been tested positive for COVID-19, nonetheless, there are ways to still be in communications with them (video chat, telephone, text, email, and social media.  Just stay in touch without really touching.  For all the huggers out there - there’s an emoji for that too.

I recently celebrated a Birthday, and in my 70 years of experience, I thank God that He brought me through Hurricanes in Florida, Tornadoes in New Mexico, diseases in Philadelphia along with illnesses and other diseases overseas and in various parts of our United States.  God has brought me this far in life and He’s taught me that I must be wise and take care of myself so that I would be able to assist others when the need arose.

Unless there is a miracle or Jesus returns, there is no need to get new Easter outfits (save your money and cut down on online spending.  Churches should continue to keep their flocks safe.  Listen to the CDC and always use wisdom — not FEAR!  Let us not lay out a fleece for God (Judges 6: 36-40), this is not the time to test Him.

Those persons who still need to work outside of their homes, please be smart & use precautions.  We should keep our homes cleaner than ever before.
#CautiousButNotCrazy
#FaithOverFear
#WiseYetHarmless
#FactsAndFaith
#FactsNotFear
#PrayedUp
#TBR (Trust God, Believe in His Word & Receive every promise that He has given).
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Does the Church Have a “Head Cold”?

The church body is under the attack of the devil, and the church has symptoms like that of the flu (Isaiah 29:9-15).

Symptoms:

Stopped-up head:

Can’t hear the Word of God

Eyes swollen shut:

Can’t see our faults and sins

Body aches – pains:

Backsliding, backbiting, gossip, hurt by a church member

Coughing and spreading germs:

Sowing discord among the brethren

Itchy, watery eyes:

We can’t see the enemy before us

Dizziness:

Can’t understand the Word of God

Headaches:

Suffering from attacks of the enemy on our health

Fever:

Hot for the things of this world or anger towards one another

Can’t breathe:

Unable to witness to anyone due to a lack of knowledge—not studying the Bible

Relief:

Open our understanding to God’s Word and bind up sickness and disease.

Take medication and rest.  Rest in the Lord Jesus Christ and have a large dose of the Holy Spirit, our comforter and protector. Let’s have some of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.

Pain Reliever: Take a dose of the Word of God.  Listen to the Holy Spirit instead of just hearing Him.  Act on the Word and let our light so shine before men. (Mat. 5:16)

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