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For Such a Time as This: 2023 - Ken Barnes
If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” (Esther 4:4 NLT)
As Christians, we live in precarious times. Are we in the Kingdom of God for such a time as this in 2023?
There is a mentality arising that the Bible calls “the spirit of the world” (1 Corinthians 2:12 NLT). It is affecting rulers in authority over our nation, such as local municipalities, forcing Christian bakers to bake cakes for gay weddings. Florists must serve to make floral arrangements for these weddings. Professional baseball players are expected to put LGBTQ logos on their uniforms when playing a baseball game.
When bakers, florists, or baseball players refuse, they are said to be hateful and homophobic. Satan is the originator and orchestrator of this spirit. Defeat awaits Satan in the end, but until then, he will initiate as much havoc as he can unless you and I stand against him.
Haman, second in command to the King, devised a plot to annihilate the Jews (Esther 3:1-15 NLT). Queen Esther had kept her Jewish ethnicity hidden. Esther feared approaching the King to plead for her people. If it displeased the King, it could cost her life. Mordecai made it clear to Esther that silence would not save even the Queen. As Esther did, you and I must realize that silence will not keep us safe.
Satan’s strategy is not just to make us bake cakes or arrange flowers. His end game is much bigger, to separate us from Christ. He does this by pressuring us to deny parts of the Word of God, then all of it, and Christ himself. Times are coming when you need to recant your faith in Christ to be involved in our culture, economy, or public life. It could happen in this generation or the next, but the signs are here that it is in process.
What must we do in 2023? First, we must pray, but after that, we must do as Esther did; she spoke up. Defend the faith; you may have been brought into the Kingdom for such a time as this.
Ken was a foreign missionary for many years with YWAM. Contact him and read more HERE.
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1) Have you ever wanted to do more for God, but did not know how to get started or what to do? What if you could share the gospel from home (on the phone or by text) with people who contact you directly and are actively seeking Jesus. (Calls and texts are funneled through a secure platform to your phone. Callers do not get your phone number.) Would you be interested in offering these seekers eternal life and building treasure in heaven for yourself? If you would, watch the video HERE to see what one woman in this program has done from home to lead the lost to Christ. Then go HERE and scroll down to learn more and volunteer.
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3) Write and post articles designed to lead the lost to Christ and to encourage the body of Christ in the faith. Pray and ask the Holy Spirit what to write. Then ask Him to anoint and bless your articles so they get to the right people. Then trust that your prayer has been answered and write and post another one. You never know what the Holy Spirit can do with articles that are in line with God's will. Someday in Heaven, you may be meeting some of those people who came to Christ because of your article.
But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matt 6:20 - 21 NIV
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| | | | The Writing Challenge - Guaranteed to Improve Your Writing! Here is one of the most read Challenge articles. A very creative piece by one of our favorite brothers in Christ and best writers. Kenn is now home with the Lord.
Previous Challenge Entry (Level 3 - Advanced)
Topic: Lock (03/06/06)
TITLE: The Heart of Lucinda Druell | Previous Challenge Entry
By Kenn Allan
The village known as Potters Glen,
Had one abiding jewel,
A beauty rare, yet pure of heart,
Her name, Lucinda Druell.
Around her throat, three polished keys,
Of copper, brass, and gold,
Adorned a fragile silver chain,
A treasure to behold!
When asked to what those keys belonged,
Her eyes would flash with fun,
She'd lay the charms across her palm,
Then clench them tight, as one.
"The first belongs to Heaven's gate,
Which waits beyond the skies.
The second keeps my virtue safe,
Should impure thoughts arise.
"The third unlocks my virgin heart,
For true love to possess."
And if men asked which key was which,
She'd tease, "You'll have to guess."
My summers passed with soul possessed;
Oh! love can be so cruel!
I dared not whisper my desire,
for sweet Lucinda Druell.
One autumn's eve, a devil flew,
To roost in Potters Glen,
Enchanting women with his charms,
And tempting hearts of men.
His eyes beheld Lucinda's soul,
So innocent within,
And with his smooth beguiling words,
Persuaded her to sin.
No sooner was her fall complete,
Lucinda screeched in pain,
She grabbed the keys around her neck,
And tore them from the chain.
"My copper key has turned to lead,
My key of brass to rust,
My golden key no longer shines!"
She flung them to the dust.
"I nevermore shall play the fool,
Of those who would entice!"
And then she tightly locked her heart,
And sheathed her soul in ice.
For me, that night, Lucinda died;
She vanished with the breeze,
To haunt the shadows of the night,
And lurk among the trees.
Her legend spread both near and far,
The Vamp of Potters Wood,
Who craved the lusts of righteous men,
And sullied all she could.
Despite all this, I sought a way,
To save her from her plight,
But whilst I walked by light of day,
Lucinda prowled by night.
With winter came the tawdry tales,
Which like the snowfall spread,
Lucinda dwelt on Widows Hill,
Consorting with the dead.
I wrapped myself in cloak and scarf,
To brave the wicked snow,
And pocketed three tiny keys,
Abandoned long ago.
The raging storm around me swirled,
To freeze my noble cause,
The trees above me scratched the sky,
With gnarled and craggy claws.
I soon ascended Widows Hill,
But near its dark plateau,
A specter loomed against the night,
And threw me to the snow!
Her raven hair was wildly tossed,
Her eyes were icy flame,
I smelled her putrid shroud of sin,
And heard her hiss my name.
"So you have come," Lucinda said,
Her voice like crackling frost,
"Remain with me forevermore,
And dwell among the lost."
From where I sat in frozen fear,
My thoughts in disarray,
Three tiny keys slid from my coat;
Lucinda looked away.
Repentance glistened in her eyes,
And shame eclipsed her pride;
I understood and scooped the keys,
All scattered at my side.
"Hear me, O LORD," I prayed aloud,
Above the howling gale,
"Bring comfort to Lucinda's soul,
And let your peace prevail."
Restore her key to Heaven's gate,
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We back up the site regularly but cannot give you a 100% guarantee of there permanent safety. Things happen online as you know. Hackers are a big issue and some out there would like to take a Christian site down. We have had attacks and issues in the past. Thankfully, we do not keep any of your financial information.
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Reading the work of others and critiquing them on a regular basis, helps us grow as writers. Both parties benefit.
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Hello, Challeengers! The FaithWriters Writing Challenge is undergoing a change starting next quarter. Joanne Sher, who has been the Writing Challenge Coordinator for the past 3 ½ years and a FaithWriters member for sixteen, is stepping aside to focus on other things. Starting July 1, the new FaithWriters Writing Challenge Coordinator will be long-time member (since 2005) and message board moderator Shari Armstrong. Shari has entered the Challenge almost 100 times and was a Challenge judge for many years.
So, be sure to welcome Shari - and help her build up the number of entries by submitting regularly next quarter. Her first challenge topic will be announced on Thursday, July 7. She hopes to see you on the list!
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I am inordinately delighted. Faithwriters.com is a wonderful trainer! I started as a novice, a few years ago, now I am a Master Writer! Glory be to God, the Omni-All [potent, omniscient, present, loving, forgiving, providing, faithful...]. You have made, not only my day, but also my whole year [2022]. AMEN. Robert
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| | How to Defeat Satan in the Battle for Your Mind
by Michael Edwards
Lies, negative thoughts, fear, and worry, are Satan’s goal in the battle for our minds. If your mind is constantly churning with fear and worry, and your nights are restless, he is winning the battle for your mind.
There is only one thing that allows him to win. One thing that he encourages in every believer that gives him control in their minds.
Doubting God’s word.
Satan desires to keep us double-minded between faith and doubt, unable to receive anything from the Lord.
If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways. James 1:5-8 ESV
Stop Doubting God - Just believe
Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. James 4:7-8 ESV
The Greek word used for submit means: Definition: I place under, subject to; mid, pass: I submit, put myself into subjection.
To submit ourselves to God means to listen to and believe God, even if what we see in our flesh in the mirror, appears contrary to God’s word. This is faith in God’s word. This is how we walk by the spirit and not the flesh. This is how we walk from faith to faith as God desires. This is how we win the battle for our minds.
God’s word is the truth. It is the truth that sets us free.
1) Believe that you are saved
Believe the truth - Jesus did not come to partially save us and then watch to see if we can qualify to get into heaven. Jesus finished the work completely, and God has qualified those who trust in Christ.
Giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. Col 1:12 ESV
And He has qualified us as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. 2 Cor 3:6 BSB
2) Believe that Satan has been defeated and disarmed.
And you, who were dead in your trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made alive together with him, having forgiven us all our trespasses, 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 and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him. Col 2:13-15 ESV
You must accept the truth that Satan’s only weapon was God’s law. Everything that is created for a good purpose can be used for the wrong purpose.
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 1 Cor 15:56 ESV
Satan is like a poker player that is bluffing. He has no good cards but wants us to think he does. The only thing he can do is to lie and deceive to create doubt in God’s word. If you doubt God’s word in the areas I am listing, you are rearming Satan in your thoughts and mind and losing the battle for your mind.
3) Believe that God removed Satan’s ability to legally accuse us of sin when he placed us under grace. If you are under grace, you are not under the law where Sin has dominion.
For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace. Rom 6:14 ESV
But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace. Rom 11:6 ESV
4) Believe the truth that Satan cannot use the law against a person who is no longer under the law unless they doubt God’s word and believe they are under grace and law.
Believe where there is no law, sin is not imputed.
For the law brings wrath, but where there is no law there is no transgression. Rom 4:15 ESV
5) Believe God is not counting our sins.
for sin indeed was in the world before the law was given, but sin is not counted where there is no law. Rom 5:13 ESV
then he adds, “I will remember their sins and their lawless deeds no more.” Heb 10:17 ESV
6) Believe the truth that those who trust in Jesus are instantly made righteous with God by the shed blood of Jesus. His imputed righteousness is the only righteousness that is needed to be saved.
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Washout Express
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Bailey Brown has just lost her job, her birthright, and her fiance. 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.
Life Lessons from the Hive
M.J. Miller
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Who knew you could make a connection between bees and the Kingdom of God? M. J. Miller demonstrates to the reader that God does reveal Himself in nature. Clever illustrations and humor add richness and fun to this inspirational and insightful read.
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The purpose of these New Covenant Bible studies is to encourage the believer and remove all doubt from their heart of their Father's love for them and their complete and total forgiveness in Christ. FREE READ for Review Seeking Reviews for Amazon and Here.
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Cherie Johnson is young and beautiful and yearns to find true love. On her 28th birthday she is worried that she will be left on the shelf and in her desolation she cries out - a heartfelt prayer that touches heaven and there follows a chain of events that brings delight but also some surprises.
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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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Hippo in the Stable
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Harriet the hippo is captured by Roman soldiers and taken to Jerusalem. She escapes with the help of a friend, hides in a stable in Bethlehem, and witnesses the arrival of the wise men. When Jesus is taken to Egypt, to get away from King Herod, Harriet follows Him to get home.
Forgetting the things behind
Nikola Dimitrov
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Forgetting the things behind and stretching for the ones ahead is a healing book, based on Philippians 3:13. It is a practical revelation that has helped many people to always go forward, no matter what!
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Emmanuel N. Obu
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In this book, THE ROAD OUT you will find a very potent guide, fresh insight and spiritual giant steps that are capable of helping you overcome situations and come out of problems. Situations don't just go away, they require discovery, truth, wisdom and practical approaches to solve them.
Tiny Tales For Tiny Tots
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Each of these 3 stories is perfect for reading to your youngest children. Even parents will enjoy teaching early speech with Linzy's fun and funny rhymes and bringing their little ones the feeling of safety and love from these delightful little tales.
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Tormented by your past?
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Living the Lifestyle of Faith and Power
Mark Thompson
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God has given his children eternal life through the shed blood of his only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. We did not earn this precious gift, and we did not deserve it. But God saved us because of his great love for us. But it did not end there.
Prodigal Pursued
Michelle Smith
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Journey with Michelle into and back out of the LGBT lifestyle. Find out why she has such a passion for outreach and evangelism to the LGBT community, committed to reach the lost and hurting, even those who don't know they are. What made her change her mind enough to change her life?
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Providing comments and critiques for fellow members is of great encouragement to them. It is also the perfect way to improve your writing skill.
Tips on Giving Critiques
Critiquing the work of others requires balance. Being too nice will not help your fellow writers develop their work; being too harsh can crush a writer’s ego (particularly new writers, who tend to be shy about sharing their work). How can you achieve the right balance? Here are some tips:
Take care to point out both what works, and what doesn’t. If you’re new to critiquing, a good hint would be to point out one thing you like (a phrase, a description, an idea) for each thing that bothered you.
Whenever possible, be specific when pointing out things that you didn’t like (don’t just say “I didn’t like this part” or “I’d cut that,” say “I didn’t like this part because…” or “I’d cut that because…”).
Try to offer suggestions when you think a change is needed. Suggestions, even to the point of an offered rewording, can be very helpful; even if the suggestion isn’t exactly right for the author to use, he or she may get a good idea from it, or at least a better understanding of the point you are trying to make.
Be honest and direct, but in a polite and caring way. Holding back your feelings about a piece because you’re afraid to share your thoughts isn’t going to help anyone. Just be mindful of how you share your opinions!
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Members and paid editors provide the critiques in the circle. You can even submit your judged Challenge entries to the circle.
"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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| | | 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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