Tag: jesus
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The Privileged Life: What Can You Afford for the Lord?
“The generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters will also be watered himself.” (Proverbs 11:25) Want to get rich quick? Won’t happen for you in a place we recently saw…a new gambling complex. My husband and I were surprised when we drove past the huge casino. The building was plain outside, no garish colors…
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The Privileged Life: The Sisterhood of Faith—Making Friends
“A [woman] who has friends must [herself] be friendly, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a [sister].” (Proverbs 18:24) I dearly love my friends. I’ve never had a sister, but I’ve been blessed with wonderful sisters-in-law and many beloved “sisters” in Christ. They’re amazing…especially in tolerating my weirdness as a writer! Making…
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The Privileged Life: “Prism Principles” to Reflect God’s Light
“I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness.” (John 12:46) Glass prisms are fascinating. I’ve loved them since childhood, after seeing the old Disney movie, “Pollyanna.” In the story, Pollyanna strings chandelier prisms across windows, and their refracted rainbows dance around rooms—bringing joy to discouraged characters. My blogging comrade, Mama…
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The Privileged Life: Freedom to Celebrate
“Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God….The Lord gives freedom to the prisoners.” (Psalm 146:5,7) Light the fireworks and stand back—it’s going to be a crackling hot Fourth of July. This week, those of us who live in the United States of America celebrate our independence, proclaimed nearly 250 years ago in a…
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The Privileged Life: Beautiful Bridges Built to Last
“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.’” (John 14:6) Some bridges are so lovely, they could be considered works of art—especially among ancient Roman viaducts and bridges still standing. I’ve walked on several of those stone structures, marveling at the ingenuity of early architects. When those old…
Nancy C. Williams 