Tag: encouragement
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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…
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The Privileged Life: Thankfulness in Advent
“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.” (Psalm 100:4 NKJV) ’Tis the season for the flurry of gift-buying! Even before Thanksgiving, pre-Christmas sales and specials tempt us, especially on Black Friday. I get all wrapped up in the giving spirit, excited at the prospects of joy when…
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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…
Nancy C. Williams 