My Name is Anthony Joseph Hopkins

Good Day Everyone!!  My name is Anthony Joseph Hopkins and I am from Dayton, Ohio.  I want to inform everyone that I am an Author and a Blogger for the moment.  I am a 58-year-old man who suffers from several physical ailments.  For Example, I suffer from Diabetes, Glaucoma, Stomach Ulcers, Schizoid Affective Disorder, and Schizophrenia. 

Next, I am 5’11” and I weigh 283 pounds.  I live at 2765 Wentworth Avenue #607 Dayton, Ohio 45406.  I graduated from the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio.  My graduation class is 1993 & 1995 respectively.  I am a person who is highly intelligent, smart, and wise before my time.  I am a person who helps other people, and I love pets.  I love everything of God’s Creation.

Further, I have a total of 5 brothers and 2 sisters right now.  One of my sisters passed away 7 years ago.  My mother passed away one month after my sister.  I have to keep everything confidential because I have to ask my family members whether or not I can put their names in my essays.

Moreover, I want to say that I have come a very long way.  I have to keep certain things to myself because I can get into trouble.  I know that I am a person who lived in the Toledo, Ohio Area from September 1, 1990 through June 14, 1996.  When I arrived in the Toledo, Ohio Area, I completed 90 days of drug and alcohol treatment at the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center from June 1, 1990 to September 1, 1990.

In Addition, I have been clean and sober for 34 years as of May 2, 1990.  I used to be an alcoholic and addict for a total of 18 years.  From 1972 through 1990, I was an alcoholic and drug addict.  I have come a very long way in my life.

Also, I used to abhor school to the point that I graduated from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School at the age of 20 years old.  I graduated from high school 3 years late.  This is simply because I used to be truant from school for 3 years.  I used to play basketball in Middle School as well as joined the NJROTC at Nettie Lee Roth High School in Dayton, Ohio.

Meanwhile, I really used to call myself talking to women during that time, but I did not achieve any success with women because at that time, I was immature.  I do not have any children.  I have been involved in 2 relationships with women.  My first relationship only lasted 9 months and 14 days because of infidelity.

However, I want to inform all of you that I have to resolve all of my discrepancies with people, and Institutions that I was once housed for a specified period of time for behavioral problems.  I also got into several physical altercations during a 25-year period.  I remember on January 14, 1997: I got my jaw fractured because of a street fight that I was involved in with a much older man.

 My jaw was repaired on October 30, 2006 when I was living in Charlotte, NC.  I had surgery at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, NC at 7:00AM.  I had to stay in the hospital for a few days because I had a trachea inside of my throat.  The surgery lasted for 6 hours.  The surgery went well.

My next operation at Presbyterian Hospital took place on June 6, 2007.  I had Sinus Surgery on that day because my sinus passages were clogged.  I ended up staying at home from work for 3 months.  I had to stay away from work because I had surgery inside of my brain.  The doctor told me that I had surgery inside of my brain.  My sinuses were messed up because I had a broken nose for several years.

My hernia operation took place on July 6, 2007 because I had a hernia on my right side of my groin.  My left side surgery took place on May 4, 1990 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio.  I had to stay inside of the hospital because my main bowel was severed during surgery.

As far as employment is concerned, I used to work as a Youth Counselor at the Jerusalem Outreach Center in the Toledo, Ohio Area.  I worked at the agency as a youth counselor and a counselor assistant.  I was hired 2 days after my college graduation in June 14, 1993.  I completed my Internship at the agency and I earned an A+ for my grade.  My supervisor stated that I would make a great counselor.

My other places of employment, I worked at the University of Toledo Carlson Library for 4 years as a Library Book Shelver.  I worked a total of 2 jobs at that time.  I also completed my Bachelors of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Toledo Bancroft Street Campus. 

I used to work as a Bagger at Kroger Grocery Store in Dayton, Ohio.  I also had a lot of fun at my jobs.  I also used to work at the Sinclair Community College Bookstore and the Psychology Lab at Sinclair College.  I also worked at the University of Toledo Bookstore and as an Usher during the events at Savage Hall.  I had a lot of fun.  I used to spectate the events at Savage Hall. 

Finally, I used to live in Charlotte, NC for 12 years.  I had a lot of fun working at the J Murray Atkins Library at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.  I worked at the Library for a total of 8 years.  I have worked at various agencies and temporary jobs in the Charlotte, NC Area.  Therefore, my life has been filled with ups and downs.

In Conclusion, I had a very productive career as a Library Staff Person and Bookstore Employee as well.  I have published 3 books within a 23-year period.  My Books are Called: Essays, My Grace is Sufficient for Me, and The Best of Anthony Hopkins.  I have a lot of skills as far as using computers is concerned.  My current employer is Author House Publications in Bloomington, Indiana.  I had a lot of fun writing books and staying out of trouble.

In Summary, I can say that I am a very honest person.  I am very transparent.  I am a person who will show you better than I can tell you.  I really mean business because I have had a lot of fun in my life.

 There were times when I was incarcerated for Theft by Deception 2 Counts and a whole lot of Hospital Stays at the Area Mental Health located on 508 Billingsley Rd Charlotte, NC 28205.  I have been staying out of trouble during an 8-year period.  I have been hospitalized at Broughton State Psychiatric Hospital for 5 weeks back in 2009.  I was hospitalized at the Summit Behavior Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. 

In Summary, I have bad credit because of my Student Loan Debt of $28,000 dollars with the William and Fudge Collection Agency in Rock Hill SC.  This is simply because of my debts from school.  I have come a very long way in my personal life.

I have had one successful relationship with a very nice Southern Young Lady.  Our Relationship lasted for 9 years.  She used to attend all of my AA Meetings and Meetings with the Adult Children of Alcoholics.  I also used to be a member of Emotions Anonymous as well for 30 years now.  I had been Court Ordered to Anger Management in Charlotte, NC and Dayton, Ohio for a total of 16 years. 

The only thing that I can say is that recovery is a lifelong process.  It is a job trying to remain clean and sober.  I really love my AA Meetings and NAMI Connections in Charlotte, NC and Dayton, Ohio.  I know that God loves me and it is God who is saving me from myself. 

I have been trying to avoid moving inside of areas where it is crime ridden.  I have been living inside of my apartment complex at Wentworth Hi Rise Apartments in Dayton, Ohio.  I know that I am the oldest of my mother’s 9 children.  My grandparents raised me for a total of 17 years of my life.  I know that my Grandparents House is Still Standing right now. 

My life has not been very easy!!  My mother told me to my face that I would end up catching hell in the process.  I had to stay out of trouble for a total of 9 years now.  Although I used to hate school, but I have achieved a lot of success in college than in high school. 

My GPA in high school was a 1.1; whereas my overall GPA in college was a 2.41.  I am a person who has a learning disability.  I really do not like math and logic.  I am an Analytical Person.  I just do not like math, logic and economics.  I know how to pass these classes, but my biggest problem is myself.  My father refused to acknowledged me as his son.  My father is a Caucasian man.  I do not know his name.  It is that I was told that my father was a man that I cannot mention.  This is simply because he has 12 children of his own.  This is what I was told by my grandparents.

I also was born with alcohol inside of my bloodstream as a baby.  I did not know that I have a gene inside of my body that makes me susceptible to getting Alzheimer’s and Dementia.  I have a different father compared to my siblings.  I am a person who has an average IQ.  I know that my mother was gifted as a child and adult.  My mother used to help me with my homework while I was in school. 

My mother graduated from Roosevelt High School in Dayton, Ohio class of 1961.  She had given birth to me 4 years later.  My mother and family members were gifted.  I supposed that my life spiraled upside down when I became an adult because I really was apathetic. 

I was a person who used to be all by myself when I was an adult.  I used to sleep outside in Toledo, Dayton, and Charlotte.  I know how to survive from being in the Boy Scouts.  I know that my life consisted of hanging around with the wrong people.  I want all of you to know that my life was very interesting.  I really attempted suicide when I got scammed out of money.  I lost a total of $23,000 dollars by people that I did not know.  One of my ex-girlfriends scammed me out of $4,000 dollars from 1989 through 1990. 

I also got scammed by some Africans who live in Ghana and Nigeria.  From March 13, 2008 to February 28, 2010.  I am a person who will not argue with anyone.  I love God, Jesus Christ, and other people.  Otherwise, I love the Lord Jesus Christ.  I also forgiven everyone who used to beat me up from 1972 to 1997.  I love Jesus Christ and all of His Creation.  God Bless All of You.  Thank You for Reading My Essay.

Faithfully Submitted,

Anthony Joseph Hopkins

What is the Definition of the word repentance?  By Anthony Joseph Hopkins May 8, 2024

What is the Definition of the word Repentance?  What is the biblical definition of repentance?

It is the act of leaving what God has prohibited and returning to what he has commanded. The word denotes the act of being repentant for one’s misdeeds, atoning for those misdeeds, and having a strong determination to forsake those misdeeds (remorse, resolution, and repentance).

What is the real definition of repentance?

1 : to turn from sin and dedicate oneself to the amendment of one’s life. 2a : to feel regret or contrition. b : to change one’s mind. transitive verb. 1 : to cause to feel regret or contrition.

When I have officially repented of all of my sins, it was on Sunday February 15, 2015.  I got baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost.  This is when I have completely changed my life.  All of the things that I used to do in the past, I do not do anymore.  For example, I do not drink alcohol anymore or smoke marijuana.  I want to inform everyone that I am a changed man.

What are the four steps of repentance?

The first is responsibility: We must recognize that we have done wrong. The second is regret: We must have true remorse for doing wrong and for the pain and problems we’ve caused. The third is resolve: We must be committed never to repeat the act regardless of the temptations or situation.  I will admit that I went to Kings Mountain two weeks ago.  I went on vacation from December 29, 2021 to January 12, 2022.  I will admit that I had a very good time at Kings Mountain, North Carolina.  I had a lot of fun with my family members.  I also spent over $100.00 dollars gambling at the Casino.  I won $84.00 dollars by playing the slots. 

I have repented of my sins by asking God for forgiveness for gambling at the Casino in Kings Mountain.  I will never go gambling anymore.  I will no longer cast lots anymore.  Casting Lots is gambling in the Bible.  I know that my life has been filled with ups and downs.  It is that, I was spending time with my family in Charlotte, NC. 

I had a lot of fun in Charlotte, NC.  I also spent $200.00 dollars throwing away all of my things at 1-800-Got Junk.  I had to get rid of it because it had mold on it.  I will never keep all of my things in storage that long anymore.  I have learned a valuable lesson.  Never keep a whole lot of stuff in storage or inside of your house because it is a health hazard.  I am very sorry for storing all of my personal things inside of my apartment and in storage.

 Please forgive me everyone.  I had over 300 books inside of three huge boxes as well as all of my other things.  I am very sorry Lord Jesus for keeping all of my things in storage for 13 years.  I am very sorry for keeping all of my mail for the past 3 years inside of my apartment in Dayton, Ohio.  I am very sorry for gambling at the Kings Mountain Casino.  Please forgive me Father God; Lord Jesus!!  I am very sorry!!  I want to inform everyone that I am redeemed!!  I am very sorry for all of the bad things that I have done.  I am asking for your forgiveness!!  I am very sorry. 

I am asking everyone to please forgive me of all of my sins from past to present.  I am very happy that God and Jesus Christ have forgiven me of my sins.  Please keep me in your prayers. 

Is It True That We Cannot Become Wise in Our Own Opinions?

By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins

Praise the Lord Everyone!! How are all of you doing today?  Fine, I hope.  I want to inform everyone that I have a very important question to ask all of you.  Is it true that we cannot be wise in our own opinions?  This is a very good question because it makes me think about my life itself.  God is good!! All the Time; God is Good!!  I want to tell everyone that we are supposed to be not wise in our own conceit.  What is the definition of the word conceit? 

The definition of the word conceit is excessive pride in oneself.  Expression in writing or speech; an elaborate metaphor.  The word conceit has a whole lot to do with our sense of pride in ourselves.  To be perfectly honest with you, this is the reason why I have to watch my tone of voice that I use towards others.

Next, I want to inform everyone that I have changed my behavior because I know that know that God is watching me every single day of the week.  I know that I have to continue to seek the Lord at all times.  I realize that this year 2019 has been good to me.  Even though, there were a lot of things that have occurred inside of my community, I want to say that God has been with me. 

Finally, I want to inform everyone that I am very content with myself right now.  I am being very careful when it comes to expressing myself to others.  I know that I am still a Work in Progress.  It is that I have to be humbler in speech and in my behavior.  What is the definition of the word humble?  The definition of the word humble is having a having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s own importance.  This means that I am submitting to a higher authority.  The higher authority that I am referring to is Jesus Christ.  Proverbs 11:12; when pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.

 1 Peter 5:5; Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.

By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins

Let’s ask this very important question. Why do criminals avoid prosecution? The reason why criminals avoid prosecution is simple. First, they are afraid of suffering. The reason why there is a sense of apprehension on the criminals’ part is because their sense of consciousness has eroded. Another reason is they are afraid of facing their victims.

They are afraid of facing their victims because they are not able to repay their personal debt to them. Another reason is that suffering is far greater for the defendant than the victims themselves. Suffering is a method that most defendants face each day by avoiding prosecution. This is because of the fact that society prefers incarceration than entering into a work release program.

Second, another reason why criminals avoid prosecution is simply because they are afraid of getting shot and killed. This is because they are afraid of showing their faces to the public that hiding is the better alternative. Men are afraid of facing prosecution because they have a tendency to hide out much longer than women. Men are prone to avoid prosecution, and in some cases would prefer a harsher punishment when captured. Women on the other hand, have a sense of conscious and they are apt to turn themselves in much quicker than an average man. It is not that women have a profound fear of prosecution; it’s that women tend to reflect on the consequences and repercussions to criminal justice.

Why is it that women are more than likely than men to turn themselves in to the authorities than men? The answer to this important question is that they tend to reflect on their future and their families. Men are the opposite. Men reflect on the negatives and they tend to possess a nothing to lose attitude. There are some women who might possess this disposition, however; if women have a family or a concern for their own personal safety, then this is the reason why this tend to exist.

Third, men and women alike tend to avoid prosecution for various reasons. In some cases, both men and women are not aware of their set of circumstances to begin with. This is because women who tend to explore more alternatives than men. The alternatives to avoiding prosecution are using an alias. There are women who use multiple names to avoid dealing with the authorities. There are men who engage in this behavior on a daily basis. Why are men and women using aliases more than usual? The answer is very simple. This is because they are really reluctant to face their victims.

The victims themselves prefer justice that is feasible to their personal needs. It is not that the criminal justice system is flawed, there are times that it works and times when it does not work. However, hard work pays off as long as a plaintiff represents themselves professionally in court, a positive outcome is possible.

Fourth, men are always avoiding prosecution simply because they are the cowards of society. They are afraid of facing anyone they have a personal problem with on a daily basis. It is not that women are following suit. Gender is specified in this case because women tend to think of the circumstances and the nature of the crimes itself. Men on the other hand, tend to take an aggressive stand when it comes to facing members of law enforcement. Maybe it’s that men are reluctant to facing a much stiffer sentence. Women usually take a different approach when it comes to avoiding prosecution. For instance, women tend to hide with men who they are not familiar with.

Women who are on the run have a tendency to hide with other criminals themselves. Over 50% of the women who are captured in the United States are with a significant other that is not married to them. Oftentimes, women are hiding inside of other countries and cities just to avoid getting prosecuted. The statistics are according to the United States Department of Justice.

 Recent statistics also reveal that women who are on the run are around males with an extensive criminal history themselves. Women who are on the run even for minor offenses are more than likely to hide in other cities and deny the existence of their crimes. Both men and women are in denial when it comes to even having an involvement with the persons that they are accused of hurting in the first place.

Finally, what are the alternatives for these criminals? The answer is getting them to justice by getting the general public involved. Also, the media is an outlet when it comes to assisting in the efforts to capturing criminals. The assistance of the media, law enforcement, and the general public is very important. There is also a sense of reluctance when it pertains to the general public getting involved in capturing criminals. Men and women alike who are responsible for committing crimes against humanity need to face justice. Women are more inclined to turn themselves in to law enforcement because they feel safe and secure and relieved because at least the burden is completely off of their backs.

The men that are with them are aiding and preventing these women from facing the people that they have wronged personally. The men are involved because they are harboring criminals. The men who are involved in criminal activities tend to be more nonchalant than women. They are more apathetic, discontent, unconcerned for personal safety, and are reluctant to deal with their problems. Men are not cognizant of the circumstances and in some cases, aren’t aware themselves that they have committed a crime. There are times, they talk about it boastfully as well as women, but they refuse to deal with the problem. Thank you for reading my essay.

The Old Man vs The New Man by Anthony Joseph Hopkins

November 14, 2020

This is a comparison and contrast paper concerning the Old Man vs The New Man.  First, I would like to place emphasis on the Old Man.  The Old Man is a person who ignores God.  The Old Man is a person who pays attention to his deceitful lusts.

Next, according to Ephesians 4:22 Says: That you put off concerning your former conduct, the Old Man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts: The Old Man is a person who constantly gets into trouble with the law.  This Bible verse is saying that we put off the former conduct the Old Man, which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts.

Further, the Old Man is a very immoral person.  The Old Man is a person who does not attend church on a regular basis.  The Old Man is a person who makes bad decisions and choices.  The Old Man is a person who places emphasis on worldly things.  The Old Man is a person who has a lot of possessions.

Moreover, The Old Man has a whole lot of women.  The Old Man is a person who does not pay tithes and offerings to the church.  The Old Man is a person who does not know how to take care of his responsibilities.  The Old Man is a person who is disrespectful.  The Old Man is a person who does not love himself or other people.

In Addition, The Old Man tends to have a lot of personal items.  The Old Man rarely attends college and graduate from college.  The Old Man hardly works for a living.  The Old Man is disrespectful towards women and children.

Also, The Old Man rarely pleases God in any way.  The Old Man is a man who is involved in all sorts of immorality.  Immorality pleases the Old Man a whole lot.  An Old Man tend to have a lot of younger women.  The Old Man only does things to please other men and women.  The Old Man, even though, is a law-abiding citizen in his own country.  The Old Man makes advances when he gets ready.

Ephesians 4:23 Says: And be renewed in the spirit of your mind.  Whereas, when it comes to renewing the spirit of your mind, this is a change from the inside out.  The Old Man will have to make a change for the better.  This means that an Old Man who is inside of his former conduct must have a complete change in his lifestyle, behavior, and conduct.

Frankly, The Old Man must come to his senses and ask God to change him for the better.  This change will not occur overnight.  This change will come gradually overtime.  When it comes to making a transition from the Old Man to the New Man, a man, woman, or child must be ready by God for this change.

However, when it comes to the New Man; a New Man is a God-fearing man.  The New Man is a Man who has respect for all people.  A New Man is a person who listens emphatically to other people.  The New Man attends Church on a regular basis.  The New Man is a Man who does not use vulgarity whatsoever.  The New Man imitates Jesus Christ in his behavior every single day.

 The New Man knows how to talk to his wife all of the time.  The New Man is a man who thinks before he acts.  The New Man is a law-abiding man.  The New Man has a lot of common sense.

According to Ephesians 4:24 Says: And that you put on the New Man, which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.  This Bible verse means that we need to imitate the behavior of Jesus Christ at all times.  We were created according to God in true righteousness and holiness.  This really means that we were created by God.  We are supposed to have a new mind and a new spirit.  We must strive for perfection in the same way Jesus Christ did while He was on earth.  When it comes to the New Man, we are supposed to speak in a way that pleases God.  The New Man is a man who is clean all of the time.  A new man does not have a lot of possessions.

Finally, The Old Man and The New Man are two different people.  The Old Man is concerned about himself.  The New Man is a Change Agent.  This means that the New Man is an ambassador for Jesus Christ.  The Old Man thrives in his own deceitful lusts.  When it comes to The New Man, he is a man who knows how to survive with God’s help.

In Conclusion, The Old Man and New Man are very unique individuals.  The Old Man thinks about himself the majority of the time.  In most cases, the New Man always think about everything that he says right out of his mouth.  The New Man places emphasis on other people.  The New Man works for God.

What is The Definition of a Depraved Mind?
By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins/ March 13, 2020

Praise The Lord Saints!! Praise The Lord Everyone!! I have a very important question to ask everyone. What is the definition of a depraved mind? A depraved mind is as follows: The condition of mind described as depravity of mind is characterized by an inherent deficiency of moral sense and integrity. It consists of evil, corrupt and perverted intent which is devoid of regard for human dignity and which is indifferent to human life. It is a state of mind outrageously horrible or inhuman.

Next, when it comes to a Biblical standpoint, this is very serious!! This means that God gives up on you to the point that He will let you do whatever you desire. This is because a person refuses to acknowledge the truth. This is very serious to me as well as everyone else. To be frank with you, this is what is going on right now. People are engaging in behavior that goes against the norm.

Further, I am saying this because I remember when I was much younger, my mother gave up on me. Especially when I did not go to high school for 3 years. I only attended school 25% of the time from 1980-1983. This is the truth because I did not attend school until I was ordered by a Judge in Downtown Dayton, Ohio.

The Judge stated to me that if anyone did not want to go to school, they were deemed as crazy. They were insane for wanting to stay out of school. I eventually graduated from high school 3 years late. Therefore, I came to my senses and finished school on June 10, 1986. I was the oldest student at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. It did not make me any difference because I finished school, and I graduated from College at the University of Toledo on Saturday June 12, 1993 and again on Saturday June 17, 1995. I felt exhilarated when I finished college. I also was able to obtain employment immediately after I completed my internship at the Jerusalem Outreach Center in Toledo, Ohio.

Moreover, I have come a very long way in my personal life. I do recall missing school for 3 straight years. I also got into fist fights with boys and girls at Roth High School. I detested school during that time. It is not I hated school, my biggest problem was dealing with authority figures. However, I listened to my grandmothers and grandfathers because they would beat the living hell out of me. My grandparents did not play that mess when I was out of school. On June 21, 1985, I went to jail for committing a crime at Rikes Department Store in Dayton, Ohio. My grandmother was literally pissed off with me. She punished me because she had to get me out of jail. This is not funny!! Grandparents will beat your!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That is all I have to say about that!! What is a depraved mind in the Bible?
Reprobation, in Christian theology, is a doctrine of the Bible found in many passages of scripture such as Romans 1:20-28, Proverbs 1:23-33, John 12:37-41, Hebrews 6:4-8 etc … When a sinner is so hardened as to feel no remorse or misgiving of conscience, it is considered a sign of reprobation.
I do not want God to give me over to a depraved mind. This is dangerous!! What does it mean a reprobate mind? Reprobate. … Selfish, depraved, disreputable, a reprobate is not known for his inner goodness. In fact, reprobates were once considered “rejected by God,” the meaning of the noun in the 1500s. You can become a reprobate inside of my family if you want to, your!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A hard head makes a very soft gluteus maximus!! Attention: when it comes to the nieces and nephews, you know who God is right now!! You better act like it!!! I am talking to every last one of you. I have a lot of love for all of you. Don’t play with me!! All of you were raised by your Grandparents, Uncles, and Aunts. Please do not forget this!! I am keeping it real!!
Finally, I want to say that I have had a helping hand when it comes to dealing with my family members. If I would have raised all of you, you would not be on Facebook until I tell you to. That has a lot to do with your parents. All of those tattoos that you have on your bodies, you would not have them. Ever since your parents died, all of you have been doing whatever the hell you wanted to. You are never too old for a Country Whipping!! My nieces and nephews know the flavor before it is inside of the Kool Aid!!!