Tag: god
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The Privileged Life: Oh, the Masquerades We Play…
“For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known.” (Luke 12:2 NKJV) If you come to our house, we have a tucked-away spot where you and your kids can let imagination run wild with a bunch of old costumes…leftovers from school festivals, plays, and vacation Bible schools. …
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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: Mixed Messages
“Out of the same mouth proceed blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so.” (James 3:10 NKJV) It’s nearly election day. I’m so glad we’re almost there. We Americans have endured a roller-coaster season of candidate face-offs, endless campaigning, unexpected turns, news frenzy, video ads, and of course, a boatload of social…
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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 