Tag: bible
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A Beggar in Need of Grace
Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.” (Acts 3:6 NKJV) We have a little beggar in our home. Our mini-schnauzer pup, Heidi, is spoiled rotten, to the very core of her 13-pound frame. I…
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The Best Love Story Ever
The story of Ruth and Boaz tells of a Cinderella-like redemption…and through their marriage, they left an astounding legacy.
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Fighting the “Good Fight” in Marriage
“Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.” (Romans 12:10 NKJV) One of my fun fitness activities in the past was taekwondo, a Korean martial art form with jabs and kicks. The classes helped build balance, muscle strength, and energy. I loved the camaraderie with kids and…
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Prepare…to Meet God
“In You, O Lord, I put my trust; let me never be ashamed.” (Psalm 31:1 NKJV) A friend of ours once told the story of visiting Scotland and staying in a private home overnight. The next morning, he looked up at his hosts’ dining room wall to find these words on a plaque: “PREPARE TO MEET THY GOD.” Our friend…
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The Comfort and Warmth of Trusting God
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV) It’s another bitterly cold, snowy day in the South—something we’re not accustomed to handling well. I’ve spent a good part of the day bundled up in a fleece blanket with…
Nancy C. Williams 