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2022 Best of Best Second Place TITLE: Risky Trade | Previous Challenge Entry
By Holly Westefeld
02/24/22
Once my pottery and my wife's woolen cloth were inspected by the respective guild masters, I packed them carefully into the oxcart, using the fabric to protect the jugs, pots, and vases. The emperor may have improved on the roads, but the wares would still undergo much jostling. The caravan would be departing at dawn the next day, and would not wait for stragglers. There would not be another guarded caravan before winter, so it was the last opportunity to market our goods at the port, and procure provisions for the next several months. The risk of bandits, not to mention sudden storms precludes solo journeys.
We arose early, my wife preparing a simple breakfast, while I stowed the rest of the supplies needed for me and the oxen. Lastly, I removed the lid from a jar in the corner, removed a cylindrical parcel from it, and slid it into the lining of my cloak.
The day was crisp but fair. We made good time, arriving at the ruins by the crossroads where we would camp well before sunset. The roofs had long since decayed, but some sturdy walls still stood, providing some protection from the wind, and making it easier for the guards to keep watch.
There were no other travelers present, but there were signs that some had been there recently. That meant that I was able to position myself near the end of one particular wall. I hoped it portended that my contact had already been there.
I went through the same routines as the other travelers, eating my dinner, feeding the oxen, and laying out my sleeping mat. I could not allow myself to fall asleep, however, until I checked the hidden alcove in the wall.
The moon was full, but providentially, clouds wafted in, leaving only scant firelight for the guards to keep watch by. Even so, I waited until snores resounded off the walls to slip around the end of the wall. I counted carefully, seven stones from the end, and three from the ground. The oil I had used on the rock was still working beautifully. It slid out without a sound.
I reached my hand inside the wall. Indeed, there was a parcel similar to my own. I exchanged them, then carefully replaced the stone and returned to my sleeping mat.
I was nearly as sluggish in the morning as those who had over indulged in their wine the night before, but I pressed on, knowing that sleeping at the inn that night would be deep and sweet. We arrived at the bazaar by mid morning. Sales were brisk, as both my artisanship and my wife's were well known in the city. The balance of the goods sold before we departed the following afternoon. This time when we arrived at the ruins, I worked my way back toward the corner of the walls, a safer spot with a full purse. Especially since the night sky was cloudless, I resisted the urge to check and see if my parcel had been retrieved. The risk was great enough as it was, and my family would be devastated if I were caught and sent off to be tortured and executed by the emperor.
It started to drizzle the next afternoon, which made the warmth of hearth and home all the sweeter. Embracing my wife, she ran her hand over my cloak, smiling when she felt the parcel tucked in the lining. We stowed the winter's provisions and returned the oxen to the stable, where they munched contentedly.
Word spread quietly that the trade had gone smoothly. Family by family our home filled on the first day of the following week. Their excitement was palpable as I ........Go HERE to finish reading the exciting end of this winning entry and leave a comment for Holly. |
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Instantaneous Revulsion – Toni M. BabcockThe brain is amazing in that it can identify and cause the body to react to a perceived threat in a split second. Here’s a recent example: In the woods, I expect to see certain things in certain places — like snakes in the grass, skunks in the forest, and spiders that can walk on water in the pond. None of these observations have a major effect on my psyche. What I don’t expect to find is a shocking appearance in my house, or worse yet, in the sugar and shortening I’ve begun to stir together in a steel mixing bowl. Let me explain. The other day I decided to bake sugar cookies. First, I measured a cup of shortening and plopped it into a steel bowl I’d retrieved from a lower cabinet next to the kitchen sink. Next, I reached up to an overhead cupboard to retrieve a bag of sugar and measured out a full cup in the bowl. I began to stir the sugar and shortening together. Suddenly as if out of nowhere, NOWHERE, a large black spider began scurrying around in the bowl! In a nanosecond I dropped the spoon and turned, fleeing out of the kitchen to my husband’s side who was sitting on a chair playing his bass guitar. There I stood, stiff upright with a frozen look of terror while pointing a trembling finger over my shoulder toward the kitchen as if I’d just seen one of those giant murder hornets they found in the Pacific Northwest. After the terrifying spider was removed by my spider-dispatching husband, I rewarded him with a warm batch of homemade sugar cookies. Now think how much better our lives would be if we responded to every sin like that — if we were instantly repelled when seeing some evil appear out of nowhere and ran to Jesus “Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a people, zealous of good works.” (Titus 2:14 KJV)Toni M. Babcock is the author of Reflections from the Heart. Contact
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| | Christian Ambassadors Have Diplomatic Immunity Michael Edwards
For sin will have no “dominion” over you, since you are “not under law” but under grace. Rom 6:14 ESV
Virtually all Christians agree we are saved by grace through faith alone. Yet there is a long-standing debate about the meaning of the phrase “not under law” found in many verses. (Rom 3:19, Rom 6:14-15, 1 Cor 9:20-21, Gal 3:23-25, Gal 5:18, Gal 4:5, Gal 4:21, Acts 13:39). Some argue that the law is done away with for Christians while others argue that the law still applies. While many think these two groups will never agree, could it be that the actual truth is right in their midst? I believe the following allegory can help.
The Ambassador
When an ambassador represents their country and its leader in a foreign land, it is a well-known fact that they are NOT under the dominion or authority of the law of the foreign host. The laws of the host country exist as always to protect the population from each other's fallen nature, but ambassadors have diplomatic immunity assigned to them.
“The purpose of these privileges and immunities is not to benefit individuals but to ensure the efficient and effective performance of their official missions on behalf of their governments.” http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/150546.pdf
This undeserved favor is not based on their person and covers the ambassador all the way from jaywalking to murder. It is assigned by their home country solely due to the position they hold. Diplomatic immunity is reciprocal between countries and thus both countries benefit. This immunity means that if they do break the law, they cannot be criminally prosecuted by their host country. No matter what the crime, the worst thing that happens is deportation. This immunity is provided to give the ambassador “safe passage’ so they can perform their mission in the host country.
This truth does not give the ambassador a license to break the law at will. After all, they are entrusted to do a job and represent their home country in the best way possible. If they do act in a deplorable manner and commit heinous crimes in their host country, it hurts and offends the residents of the host country. Thus, reflecting poorly on their home country and its leader who appointed them as ambassador. Transgressing the law in their host country is the complete opposite of how they are supposed to act.
Jesus Kingdom is Not of This World
Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world. "John 18:36 ESV
A Christians Diplomatic Immunity
God first forgives and imputes his righteousness (Gen 15:16, Rom 4:5, 9:30) to those who believe God and therefore trust in Jesus. At that point, a Christian is no longer of this world, just in this world. God’s kingdom is now our home.
Like Jesus, Christians are Not of This World
I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. John 17:14,16
But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, Phil 3:20 ESV
So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, Eph 2:19 ESV
Christians are Ambassadors of God’s Kingdom to This World
Then instead of immediately removing the now saved believer from this fallen world, he appoints believers as ambassadors for his kingdom.
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 2 Cor 5:20 ESV
and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak. Eph 6:19-20 ESV
Jesus Prays for and Protects His Ambassadors
Jesus prays to the Father in John 17 that we would stay here to make God the Father and the Son known. He also lovingly prays for our protection from the evil one. As his ambassadors, he prays that we will never again come under any condemnation (John 3:17-18, Rom 8:1). Satan, the ruler of this world (John 14:30), used the law to condemn us.
I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one. John 17:15
Satan’s power against mankind came from the law. Sin has no power to condemn those who are not under the law but under grace.
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 1 Cor 15:56 ESV
by canceling the record of debt that stood against us with its legal demands. This he set aside, nailing it to the cross. He disarmed the rulers and authorities Col 2:14-15a
God the Father answers Jesus prayer to keep us from the evil one by removing satan’s weapon against us, the law. God forgives us and then places us under grace where sin has no power to condemn us, where sin is not counted against us. In essence, as residents of God’s kingdom, he provides us with diplomatic immunity (grace) from prosecution while we are on our mission to make him known.
Sin is Not Counted Against a Person Who is Under Grace
For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace. Rom 6:14 ESV
…sin is not taken into account when there is no law. Rom 5:13 ESV
For the law brings wrath, but where there is no law there is no transgression. Rom 4:15 ESV
…For apart from the law, sin lies dead. Rom 7:8b
So, we see the truth in the midst of the long-standing argument about the law.
If the law no longer existed, there would be no need for grace.
So, the fact is, God's law still exists, but Christians have been placed under grace. We have been given diplomatic immunity so we will have “safe passage” in this world to complete our mission as ambassadors for God’s kingdom.
Now just like the ambassadors of this world, this does not mean we should willfully do what the law tells us not to do. We need to remember why we are still here. We have been appointed by God to represent him and his kingdom in a manner that will lead the lost to believe and trust Jesus. If we lie, cheat, steal and offend those who are lost, this will not lead anyone to believe in and trust Jesus. We need to love them and show them the same grace we have been shown, always pointing them to Jesus and his kingdom.
Read: Christians Are Released from The Ten Commandments - This does not mean sin is okay. We are released from the curse of the law that brought condemnation. Learn more by reading the study.
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Marcus Barrow is drowning in guilt because he thinks he is responsible for the accidental death of his wife. Even when the police finds someone else responsible, Marcus is still gutted and decides to commit suicide but in a dream his wife impels him to furious, non-stop action to redeem them both.
When God Says Drop It: Chronicles of my Healing
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Strange and seemingly unrelated symptoms continued to plague me. My PCP told me that there was nothing more that she could do. She refused to see me anymore for these same symptoms, although nothing that she had come up with had helped in any way. Her final conclusion was that it must be stress!
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"Get on Board and Stay on Board contains poems, articles, and short Bible studies. It is directed toward unbelievers and believers alike. It is designed to lead the unbeliever to faith in Jesus Christ, and then help him or her in a spiritual journey.
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Janet Ruth
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A former federal prosecutor, Janet Ruth adds her perspective to an increasingly volatile debate over the separation of church and state. Combining her extensive law background with her Christian faith, Ruth challenges Christians to consider a third side to the Church/State debate, one which places an emphasis on giving our allegiance to God.
Shaping our Life Files God's Way
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The decisions that we make daily have a crucial impact on our life here and on our eternal destination. We can think of the source of our choices as contained in Life Files deep in our inner man.
Washout Express
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Bailey Brown has just lost her job, her birthright, and her fiancé. Loaded with enough insecurities to fill a suitcase, she prays for God to show her the way and then hits the road feeling like the ultimate loser.
Exit 477: Washout Express.
The roadside sign taunts Bailey. Is God confirming she's
The Last Train at Sunset
PEARL NSIAH-KUMI
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A book of poems and short articles; great for devotional. Many of the articles are on salvation to minister to the unbeliever.
Ridden by the Devil
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“Gunfighters are ridden by the devil and his spurs are sharp.” Dreaming of a life free from bloodshed, gunfighter Colt Blevins is blackmailed into masquerading as heir to a large fortune. While disguised, he falls in love with a beautiful blonde whose main goal in life is to see Colt hanged. With da
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Look Out: The World without Christians
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There are four chapters in the Bible where Satan’s influence is not seen. These are Genesis one and two, which occur before the fall of man, and Revelation twenty-one and twenty-two that describes the glories of the Millennial Kingdom and Heaven after Satan is cast into the Lake of Fire.
Healing Season a Women's Fiction Anthology
Michele Fleming
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This is the second story in this anthology. Jen had ignored her father and her faith for two years, now her father was dying. Will she be able to make things right, or will a horrible snowstorm stand in her way?
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A Mother's Memoir of Love, Hope, and Perseverance.
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In Sunrays and Lily Smiles, Liana Wendy Howarth has added to and included previous writings from her e-book, Fragrance from the Spring, a sweet collection of poetry for all ages. There's something for everyone inside her Poetry Cottage ... Poetry, song lyrics and encouragement. May you be blessed.
Gravity True For You But Not For Me - Evidence For Gods Existence and Identity
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Evidence for Gods existence and identity.
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"I have a few, very few, trusted friends who will edit me with a scowl. Most people want you to feel good so they give you compliments about your writing, and these don’t help at all (except emotionally). Really, you need some grouches to edit your work." Philip Yancey in a FaithWriters interview.
This is a real chance to help others and receive some very constructive and private critiques of your writing.
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| | | Increase Sales With an Audio Book or Make a Nice Income From HomeRecently, I had an email exchange with Dave Walker, a longtime FaithWriters member who grew tremendously in the Writing Challenge. Dave's book, God in the ICU, has done very well with almost 600 Amazon reviews the last time I looked. He was happily surprised to see a significant increase in sales due to the addition of an audio version. You can view Dave's book and listen to a small audio portion HERE. Dave's book was perfect for an audiobook. Dave did his narration, and for some, that might work out great. But there is an easier way and it is not that expensive. You can learn about it HERE. ACX is an Amazon company, on their site you can place your book up for narrator auditions. You then get offers from narrators who read a sample for you, posting it on ACX. You choose the one you like and make a deal. This is all done online. I recently had an audiobook done of Gravity on ACX, by a great narrator and believer named R.F. McCoy. You can hear a sample HERE. If you like R.F. McCoy's voice, make sure to request an audition from him. He was professional, diligent and on schedule. You can find his profile on ACX. It costs nothing to request auditions and you will probably get several. I paid Bob $500.00 and keep any profits myself after Amazon's cut. You can also offer to split profits and pay nothing if a narrator agrees. When your narration is complete and you have paid the bill, your book is automatically loaded for sale on Audible and other outlets. Everything is professional and that's what you want for your audiobook. Another thought for some readers is to apply to be a narrator. ACX will show you how to do this on their site. If you have a good voice, you could make a nice income from home.
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| | This Months FaithWriters Great Reads Selection
We have some excellent writers and many topics to choose from at FaithWriters. Bless your fellow members by reading one or more of their books. Just imagine how you would feel if they did the same for you. Many of these books have multiple five-star reviews on Amazon.
Devotionals
Blessings Through the Word
Rev. Dr. R.J. Lightsey
Your Price: $6.99
Brief devotionals based on personal experiences written to challenge, encourage, and uplift you as you travel life's difficult journey
from Amazon.com!
Non-Fiction
Excuse Me...Excuse Me...I Have Something to Say!
Roseann Sparacia
Your Price: $5.00
Excuse Me...Excuse Me...I Have Something to Say is about my journey from sickness to healing and transformation. We as people rather look at others and see their wrong perceptions and faults, but what happens when we have to look at our own? Healing and transformation happens!
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End times
Seven Letters Detailing the Prophetic Framework of the Return of Christ
Gregory Booker
Your Price: $2.99
This book is about 7 unique signs that desribe for the Church the Coming of Christ. Written by a man distant from Church but had a deep interest in wanting to know biblical prophecy. He shares his testimony and how God answered his prayers to understand and believe the reality of such an event
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Available in more formats from:
Amazon.com
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If you have tried more than once and did not receive a reply, click on a contact link at the bottom of most FaithWriters pages and send us a message telling us of the issue. We will try and email you from another email provider.
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| | | Article Comment Emails Not Getting to Your Gmail?
In the past, some members have had issues receiving notification emails when their Challenge or other articles receive a comment. We just did a test of the system and placed a Gmail test address in my profile. I then posted a comment
on one of my articles. I also did this test on a Challenge article for a member who said she was not getting the emails. In both tests, the email notification of the comment did come through to the Gmail address, but in both cases it went to the junk file in Gmail. So, FaithWriters automatic email system
is working to Gmail but may be going to your junk.
If you have not been receiving notifications of comments on your articles, post a test comment on one of your own articles and then check the junk tab on your Gmail. Be aware, my junk tab in Gmail showed there were no junk emails until I clicked on it and found the comment notification email from FaithWriters in there. If you find any emails from FaithWriters in your junk, move them to your inbox and hopefully next
time they will not go to junk. Make sure to check your junk on a regular basis and click on the other tabs just to check. Each time move them to your inbox. There is also a tab titled "view all email" that should be checked. Sometimes Gmail divides email up into different tabs, so check all the tabs once in awhile just in case. This is something you should check if you have Hotmail or others too. |
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