January, 2016

• 17 January

  Why Carry the Load?

  

  Yes, why carry the loads of life when Jesus invites us to bring them to Him? Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30:  “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and ...

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• 16 January

  Get Rid Of What Is Causing You To Stumble

  

  I had a cell phone with internet on it. There is really nothing wrong with that until you realize that it can be like carrying around a television. There is much to look at, some good and some bad. My problem is that the phone became a stumbling block in ...

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• 15 January

  Sitting At the Feet of Christ

  

  I have only scattered memories of my grandfather, James. He died just months before my fourth birthday.  My favorite memory is when I would sit at his feet as he took an old pocket watch from the pocket of his trousers, holding it to my ear.  He would quiet my ...

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• 14 January

  If Demons Also Believe Why Are They Not Saved?

  

  James 2:19  “You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder!” Luke 4:41 “And demons also came out of many, crying, “You are the Son of God!” But he rebuked them and would not allow them to speak, because they knew that he was the Christ.” ...

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• 14 January

  America Is At A Crossroads

  America is entering a defining year. Which way will she go? Will this nation continue down the current path or make some dramatic changes? Much of it will depend upon who is elected president, but there are many more factors involved. Political correctness and “tolerance” have broken down the clear ...

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• 13 January

  A Heartfelt Review of “The Door” by Lorilyn Roberts

  

  About the Book: The Door is the first book in the Seventh Dimension Series that combines contemporary, historical and fantasy elements into a Christian “coming-of-age” story. A curse put on Shale Snyder, because of a secret, shrouds her with insecurity and fear. Following suspension from school, Shale’s best friend isn’t ...

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• 13 January

  Tips on How to Deal with Distractions as a Writer

  

  Last week, I settled in my mind that I would be productive in my writing, and accomplish the goals that I believe God had given me for the week. I was eager, motivated, and full of energy at the beginning of last week. It was the start of a new ...

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• 12 January

  The Beads in Your Beauty Care Do More Than You Think

  

  Our skin acts as a protective barrier against all the dirt and grime in our surroundings. That’s why we take showers, and that’s why we exfoliate with scrubs. But not all facial scrubs and shower gels are created equal. Those beauty care items containing plastic microbeads do more than just ...

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• 12 January

  The Perfect Love of Jesus Casts Out All Fear

  

  1 John 4:18 “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” Ever since I was a teenager I have loved going for long walks late at night. A stroll along ...

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• 12 January

  Loving Like Jesus: It Is Possible!

  

  Recently I read the account of a 16-year-old girl, Shannon, driving to school.  She apparently thought it more important to put on her make-up than to keep her eyes on that old country road.  As she was adjusting the rear-view mirror, she caught sight of some type of movement immediately ...

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