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Holy and Unholy Spirits: Why Would Paul Say That?

The followers of Bacchus had a strong theology: The more wine they drank, the more they became like him.

True FollowersJudy DouglassMay 16, 2011bacchus, ecstasy, Ephesus, Holy Spirit, revelry, transformation, unholy spirit, wine Comments

Hope for Prodigals

Two years of probation put the fear of jail in him.

Becoming KindlingJudy DouglassMay 15, 2011despair, grace, hope, prayer, probation, prodigal, rebellion, Worldwide Day of Prayer for ProdigalsComment

Only a"Worthless Daughter"?

I was overwhelmed by the tenderness with which Jesus addressed women!

Becoming KindlingJudy DouglassMay 12, 2011abuse, bride burning, ezer, Female genital mutilation, footbinding, Half the Church, Half the Sky, Jesus, women Comments

Reckless Abandon

Oh, that I would always live with such reckless abandon.

Becoming Kindling, Learned from ChildrenJudy DouglassMay 11, 2011fiery spirit, goals, God, love, make a difference, soccer, souls, wholeheartedness Comments

Rest in Obedience: Worldwide Day of Prayer for Prodigals 8

And in that yes there was rest.

Loving a ProdigalJudy DouglassMay 10, 2011ADD, LD, Letters to Lovers of Prodigals, obedience, prayer, prodigal, RAD, rest Comments

Secrets of Success: #3 Accept Responsibility

One of the most important qualities of all successful people is that they are able to accept responsibility.

Becoming KindlingJudy DouglassMay 8, 2011carpe diem, failure, gifts, graduate, graduation, opportunity, responsibility, secrets of successComment

A Tribute to My Mama

I am even more grateful for the intangible gifts you have given me.

Personal ReflectionsJudy DouglassMay 7, 2011celebration, emotions, generosity, gratitude, mama, Mother's Day, tenacity Comments

Giving Away My Treasure

It’s hard, isn’t it, to give up something we treasure.

Becoming Kindling, True FollowersJudy DouglassMay 4, 2011gifts, giving, hair, locks of love, treasure Comments

Rest on the Right Road: Worldwide Day of Prayer for Prodigals 7

Traveling the wrong road is exhausting.

Loving a ProdigalJudy DouglassMay 2, 2011camino, descanso, Letters to Lovers of Prodigals, oración, prayer, prodigal, rest, right road, way, wrong way Comments

I Love My Space.

To love is to willingly give up my time and space for another person.

Becoming KindlingJudy DouglassApril 29, 2011beach, emotional space, mountains, privacy, solitude, space, Texas, time Comments

What's That Smell?

...Walk in love, an offering as a fragrant aroma...

True FollowersJudy DouglassApril 28, 2011aroma, fragrance, gardenia, God, Jesus, love, mildew, orange blossoms, peach cobbler, scent, smell, stench, stink Comments

Natasha's Study: Secrets of Success

"Success is often a result of personal choices and the Bible reveals God’s best desires for our lives."

Guest postsJudy DouglassApril 27, 2011gifts for grads, graduation, principles of life, secrets of success, wisdom Comment

Rest in Giving Thanks: Worldwide Day of Prayer for Prodigals 6

Fighting against reality is exhausting.

Loving a ProdigalJudy DouglassApril 25, 2011giving thanks, God, Jesus, Letters to Lovers of Prodigals, prayer, prodigal, rest, Why? Comment

Resurrection: A Puritan Easter Prayer

He bursts the bands of death, tramples the powers of darkness down,and lives forever.

On My KneesJudy DouglassApril 23, 2011ascension, Easter, forgiven, God, He is risen, Jesus, redeemer, resurrection, satan, victoryComment

Jesus...and the other Jesus

Jesus Barabbas, the guilty one, was set free.

Personal ReflectionsJudy DouglassApril 21, 2011Barabbas, crucifixion, Father, God, Good Friday, Jesus, sin, Son Comments