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I like u r videos and I get what yall r trying to do but as a religious person myself I wanted to remind yall of 1 thing.only GOD has the right to judge another person.i fell yall r judging people and only want people who believe what yall believe only.that is judging which is only gods right.just wanted to remind yall of that. Ty and keep on keeping on.have a blessed day.
Have been praying for all of you for years- we don't know each other, hope to someday, and WILL one day, can't wait! Mercedes, everything you said has, clearly, been prayed through bc it's rich with godly wisdom and was stated lovingly, with conviction. Yes, God has led you to Thunder Canyon and it's expansions - you are shepherds, wolves will come, take precautions(as you are), be prepared, protect the flock. God bless you all!
Just remember this verse in time like this “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first” (John 15:18). Stay strong and have failth that God has all things under control. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Wish you could start Thunder Canyon's in every state... especially mine... ok, yes, I admit that was 'selfish' of me. ;) ------ To be honest, you two and your business/mission project would be the only reason I'd come to Alabama. God bless you both. Ignore the criticisms and Keep being 'you'!
All great points, Mercedes! Yes, just like a shepherd who protects his flock... as 'the watchman'... you gotta watch! I'm glad you mentioned that you all do background & credit checks. Very smart on Thunder Canyons' part. I've been watching your channel since you guys first hit the road. We became full-time Rvers. I can’t be more proud of you guys when you announced on your channel "God first"..... What could be more important than that? I am just thrilled to see how God has really blessed & transformed your lives. I am so happy for you, your family, and your community ❤️ keep up the great work! You guys are rockin' it! ✝️ 👪 🇺🇸
I'm an Independent Political Participant. My concerns about inflation is that companies are raking in record profits and CEO's are taking unimaginable salaries and bonuses, so is it really inflation or more likely, the rich fleecing the middle and lower classes. Dont believe politicians, they are just puppets for their rich donors.
I'm sorry that you have to as someone in the comments about put weed through the chafe to get to the wheat. But I guess that's part of being a Christian there's going to be times when that's just how it's going to be this is your place you guys do with it as you feel the Lord is leading you to do because that's the main thing you need to concern yourself with. Keep on keeping on you're doing a great job
Congratulations, Mercedes, on such a special, important, but-to-the-point message. You have built a fantastic community that you, as you said, want and need to protect. Obviously, but sadly, this message was needed. Continue to do your fantastic work, love what you are doing, and know you are doing what’s right for you, your family, and Camp Gratitude. Love you all, Virginia 🩷
God Bless! You and John are doing the right thing Mercedes. In the book of Job, when the Lord asked Satan where he had been, his answer was, “From roaming about on the earth and walking around on it”. Satan never rests is the implication. What you are doing is righteous and good. 🙏🏻
Got here on Saturday for the first time and immediately felt welcomed. Was blessed to go to and participate in the Chapel fellowship service on Sunday where the Word was spoken, shared and discussed by many. Hiked for over two hours along the amazing trails along the streams in the afternoon. It has been a blessed two days. Praying for John, Mercedes and the founders to continue to maintain a loving and caring Christian community. It won't be easy but the struggle will be rewarding and the results eternal.
Thank you for this one Mercedes.... excellent points made. Something that we all have to consider and think about is that it takes time to really get to know people. Thanks for bringing this up to us. 👍
Agree 100%! We aren't members yet (hope to be once we finally get to move out that way and find our own land and home). Anyway, what you are saying makes total sense. Pray for us as we are selling our home and looking for land and a home down south! We still pray for you guys! Been watching you all for a while. We see God all over everything you are doing. And that community that you talk about.....yes, that is something to guard and cherish. You are doing the right thing! While I'm at it, we love all your content....both RV stuff and homesteading. Many of us are doing both or some kind of combination, especially with where our country is at right now.
We have been watching your videos for years now, just got our first RV and can’t wait to see Thunder Canyon. You and John have something special going. Protect that for sure.
Hi guys! I currently have been living in an RV park for the past 4 years. Just a quick question. Can the park change the rules drastically and suddenly just because they want to ?
As you know, the world is getting meaner and less moral. It is so sad to see. I am sorry people have shown you such disrespect but at least you found out - better than not knowing! My husband and I would love to visit one day. We have only good intentions - and a bit of selfish intentions (quiet and peace away from the crazy masses!!). Take care and keep fighting the GOOD fight!!
I don't think John saw what was going on before everyone else did, but he sure had the b's to tell everyone how he felt instead of staying silent! and if it scared people off, so be it! adios muchachos!
Yes we have a financial reckoning coming due to the many many years of tax cutting with no reductions in spending plus the disastrous 20 years of middle east wars and the complete madness of covid. Think long slow recession and the reduction of our prior global dominance not a catastrophic breakdown. We have our own energy supply, our own food supply and the most powerful military in the world. We still have a weakened but functional manufacturing capability and the dollar's time of dominance may be ending but it also will be a slow erosion not a catastrophic collapse. It is in the world's best interest not to catastrophically collapse the dollar Having grown up in the Vietnam war era, I have seen major societal unrest before with a lot of violence. The country is sorting itself out as it does unfortunately periodically. We may not like what is coming or the end result but let's not blow it out proportion. Preparing for bad times is always a wise move.
When I go camping... I go camping! Not there for a service. But you do you. Camping is about fishing and boating and enjoying the outdoors. Not about being a Holy roller !
You say it's about God first, But when you say that there's a income requirement and a back ground check. Ummm.... I'm pretty sure Jesus didn't have a income requirement for his followers. I realize you have to protect yourself from bad people. But you and your husband are not God. Are you starting a christian cult camp ground? It sure sounds like it. I believe in God in my own way. Don't need anyone telling me about God.
I appreciate what you said and receive it gladly. My wife and I gave our life to Christ 38 years ago, married in the church. We have Pastored and we are now getting ready to sell our home and buy an RV long term living. Our daughters are married off, and we wish to down-size our lives with options (Hopely) to travel later. God Bless you two.
Always talk about GOD! Don't fret about the reprobate minded people. Since Adam and Eve the world continues to devolve and the naysayers are part of this and the problem.
I could feel your adrenaline pumping!!! Bless his heart❤️ Also, don't ever forget to chock your wheels!!! My husband unhooked his boat from his truck before chocking his wheels😮 He came very close to running into the fence that surrounds the swimming pool at the RV park. He tried to grab it and thankfully someone saw him and was able to help. He's been going to the chiropractor because he messed his back up😢.
