Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with you body. (1 Corinthians 6:19,20 NIV) Honor Forward Friday! Memorial Day ignites Summer fever, schools are dismissing and onward we go! Today’s scripture confronts more about sexual immorality. I’ve always held this verse close to my heart. Yet, how easy the heart deceives when confronted with sin. Until we make a conscious decision to go and sin no more- will we […]
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Bible Studying Accelerates God’s Purpose
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. (John 1:1,2 NIV) Relationship One of the highlights earlier in our marriage was counseling during Judgement House. As individuals came to our room, they made decisions to follow Jesus or become more serious in their relationship with Jesus. Understanding Jesus is the Word, the Word was God, in the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, develops a greater connection to our Bible. Intertwining I ponder lives lived intertwined with God’s power. There […]
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Military Actions Sacrificed, Not In Vain
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (2 Corinthians 3:17 NIV) Military Memorial Day! Freedom comes with a cost. A day remembering lives, who stepped out to make a difference. Soldiers leaving comfort of home, taking risk for our country. Death standing for what they believed, not to be in vain. To each family, we are grateful. Battle A battle continues with much threat towards freedom secured by past military action. Seems greatest challenges are within this round. Hundreds of top US Military officials have been removed over last few […]
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Sweet Words Avoiding Every Wrong Path
How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! I gain understanding from your precepts; therefore I hate every wrong path. (Psalm 119:103,104 NIV) Sweet Forward Friday! Thoughts are on sweet things associated with summer…desserts! From homemade ice cream to fresh strawberry cake to lemon meringue pie, they are sweet! Following a tried and true recipe leads to winning situations. It’s when we decide no recipe is necessary, sweet turns into sour. Leave a little sugar out or too much lemon can leave our taste soured. Paths Yesterday, I commented to friends- I wish I […]
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Presence: Comfort Through God’s Existence
You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. (Psalm 16:11 NIV) Country Roads Country roads take me home, to where I belong…such a catchy tune by John Denver. Humming this melody yesterday, flooded my heart and mind, returning thoughts to country roads of my childhood. However, my home has never been West Virginia nor can Western Kentucky replace longing for God’s presence. Treasured Areas If you’ve ever been away from a treasured area, you know the feeling of returning. It begins with […]
Vicki is a bold proclaimer of truth that will set people free from deception. Her topics include, "Breaking a Spirit of Fear," "Rebuilding a child's broken spirit," and "Christian maturity, experiencing more of God."