Tag: christian
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The Privileged Life: Faith and Your Money
“Do not be one of those who shakes hands in a pledge, one of those who is surety for debts; if you have nothing with which to pay, why should he take away your bed from under you?” (Proverbs 22:26 NKJV) Who doesn’t love Dave Ramsey?!? Well, maybe folks who don’t want to make the effort to get their…
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The Privileged Life: A Happier Approach to Halloween
“I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10 NKJV) Plastic skeletons are everywhere this week…tiny, life-sized, even 12-foot-tall versions, many with eye sockets that light up. All are reminders of what Halloween represents—which, in my view, is nothing good. When I was growing up, Halloween meant fun costumes and lots of candy.…
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The Privileged Life: Are You a Complainer? Or Thankful?
“Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God….” (Philippians 2:14-15 NKJV) In our region this past week, so many people have experienced huge losses. Hurricane Helene left a colossal imprint on our region and on my heart. Families have lost loved ones, with confirmed deaths and many still missing. Entire…
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The Privileged Life: Pray for America
“So we, Your people and sheep of Your pasture, will give You thanks forever; we will show forth Your praise to all generations.” (Psalm 79:13) Would you please pray for the United States of America? We’re facing yet another contentious presidential election. Like many people here, I’ve been disheartened by continual strife (fueled by the media), negative…
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The Privileged Life: The Blessing of Normal
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) This has been a “breakdown week” for stuff around our house. The microwave oven blew up with a little bang. The cover on our bathroom light fell out of the ceiling and broke. Another cover, on our garage door opener, fell…
Nancy C. Williams 