Author: Nancy C. Williams
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The Privileged Life: The “Real” Meaning of Love
“In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” (1 John 4:10) Ah, Valentine’s Day—what a truly sweet day for all who are head-over-heels in love. Bring on the chocolate! I’m actually one of those people still madly in love with my…
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The Privileged Life: Make Your Bed…and Pray
“Let all things be done decently and in order.” (1 Corinthians 14:40) Did you make your bed this morning? If so, good! Give yourself a little happy pat on the back. If you didn’t…oh well, there’s always tomorrow. What’s so important about this, and why would I devote a full blog to it? Simple. Starting…
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The Privileged Life: Standing Before a Holy God
“The four living creatures, each having six wings, were full of eyes around and within. And they do not rest day or night, saying: ‘Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!’” (Revelation 4:8) I was an angel once…sort of…. During our church’s Vacation Bible School one year, my task was to dress up as…
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The Privileged Life: The Power of Perseverance in Prayer
“I thank God, whom I serve with a pure conscience, as my forefathers did, as without ceasing I remember you in my prayers night and day…” (2 Timothy 1:3) My cellphone rang just as I sat down to write this week’s devotional. It was our son, excited to share his good news about a job offer. Wow! What an unexpected…
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The Privileged Life: Prepare for Bad News…with the Good News
“He will not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” (Psalm 112:7) It’s snowing in Tennessee! The first beautiful snowfall in our area is happening right now, and I’m loving it! Of course, I’m indoors and warm, watching sledders go down a hill nearby. My husband is baking chocolate chip cookies…
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