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Colossians 3:16 - "Let the Word of God dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."
The book of Colossians is a letter written to the church at Colosse. Paul writes to express his personal interest in the Colossians and to warn them against reverting to their old vices. He refutes false doctrine and proclaims the truth. He presents a full length portrait of Christ as supreme, sufficient, Son of Man and Son of God.
In our verse for today he encourages all believers to allow the Word of God to saturate us and remain in us as a rich treasure. In all relations in life, we are to act as Christ representatives. His Word must be the standard by which we live, make choices and conduct every aspect of our lives. The appetites and the attitudes of men, though at times compelling cannot dictate how the believer lives. Popular opinion and conventional wisdom will allow and even celebrate many things that the Word of God strictly prohibits. The interesting thing is that when you say yes to the way of the Lord, people who don't know Him will inevitably try to convince you that there is something fundamentally wrong with your conclusion. They will tell you that either your understanding is flawed, your view is narrow or you are just not enlightened. To obey God's Word and to follow Him is a daily choice. The only way that you can obey His Word is to know it. It would be a foolish thing to entrust your future well-being to unbelievers, sound bites from television preachers or catchy phrases that are present in abundance on Facebook. Each of us must spend personal time in the Word of God; reading, meditating, and praying that the eyes of our understanding be enlightened by the Holy Spirit and then waiting for God to reveal His plan for us individually. The Word of the Lord is a treasure. Dig into it and reap it's rewards. Don't allow this treasure to be hidden from you!
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Taking It To The Streets
We are totally serious about our preparation for next year's mission outreach. Everyone can be a part of helping us make life better for others. Mrs. Doris wise, one of our outstanding volunteers is spearheading our bra collection initiative. If you would like to donate to this cause, contact Doris Wise at dori4512@hotmail.com. With your help, we are making a difference.
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Palm Coast Aglow
Fellowship and Complimentary Breakfast
Church on the Rock
2200 North State Street, U.S. 1
Bunnell, Florida
Saturday, September 20, 2014, 10:00am
Speaker, Pastor Marlene Laurent
All Are Welcome!
Victorious Life Ministries
1-Day Conference
Theme: Living God's Purpose on Purpose
Place: AACS, Palm Coast, Florida
Saturday, November 8, 2014 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Guest Speaker - Evangelist Vanessa Palmer, Vine, New Jersey
$40.00 - includes breakfast, lunch and conference
Tickets available now. Call Faye (386) 871-7192, Thea at (386) 503-9414 or Marva at (386) 864-7188.
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Words to Live By Devotionals Available Daily
How would you like to have your devotional delivered to your in-box daily, Monday through Thursday? If you would then your wish is our command. It is imperative for our spiritual health that we focus on God's Word every day. Over the years I have written literally hundreds of devotionals. We are now going to use them daily rather than weekly. You will still receive your newsletter on Friday. But if you would like to add a daily devotional , email me and indicate that you want to be added to the daily.
Whatever you feed gets strong. If you feed your old nature with carnality, the old nature will be the stronger. But if you feed your spirit man on the Word of God, your spirit will be the stronger. Our prayer for you sis that you will hunger and thirst after righteousness. Let the Lord fill you with Himself.
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We are truly grateful for every person who helps us make life better for others. In the past two weeks we have purchased 48 book bags and 5 pairs of sneakers due to designated gifts. Thank you! Your gifts mean that there are children who are going back to school feeling better about themselves, and as a result they will behave better and apply themselves to learning because you gave. Because of you, the lives of families are changing for the better.
We are also grateful to our faithful monthly contributors who keep us afloat year after year. We couldn't do it without you!
We are on a mission to touch as many lives as we can with the love of Jesus Christ. For every person who has helped us along the way, we say thank you.
The Lord Himself has promised to reward you.
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Christian Connection
Daniel Davis a seasoned entertainer at just 24 years old, is equally comfortable performing for an audience of 50,000 at the University of South Carolina's Williams-Brice Stadium as he is playing at his family's church on Sunday.
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For more about Daniel D visit his listing at www.vl-ministries.org, Christian Connections, psalmists and musicians section
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The Reading Room
 Today's featured author is Sedrik Newbern, President and founder of Newbern Consulting Group, author and motivational speaker specializing in purpose-driven personal/professional coaching.
His book, Unconditional Forgiveness, Lessons on Letting Go To Build Better Relationships shares his perspective on the impact growing up without his father had on his life.
He also explores the evolution of the relationship with his father and how they moved beyond past pains to develop an unbreakable bond.
His book is available at Amazon.com. To learn more about Sedrik, and his contact information, visit his listing in the Reading Room at www.vl-ministries.org, personal development section.
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Know Your Bible 
Last week's quiz question was: A word "fitly spoken" is like what of gold set in pictures of silver? Include as part of your answer, one paragraph explaining what it means.
The answer is found in Proverbs 25:11 - "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold set in pictures of silver."
I also asked that a part of the response be a paragraph explaining what it means. The responses were insightful and helpful for daily living. Here are a couple of the explanations that we received;
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To me this means it's not what you say, but how you say it. A word of encouragement, correction, warning, etc. is best received if given in love and given at the appropriate place and time. There are so many times we say what comes to mind without any regard to the circumstances, and it is not always received well." Lena Whitaker - Bartlett, Illinois
"A word "fitly spoken" would be the right thing said at the right time, in the right
place, to the right person, in the right way and for the right purpose. We need to understand what good we do when our words are accompanied by a caring and pleasant attitude." Carolyn Coleman - Tampa, Florida
Illinois
Mrs. Lena Whitaker
Florida
Mrs. Gloria Benjamin
Mrs. Pat Brown
Mrs. Nellie Davis
Mrs. Loretta Pete
Mrs. Carolyn Coleman
Ms. Mattie Devore
Ms. Marion Shelby
Ms. Francine Boykin
New Jersey
Mrs. Sandra Brown
Delaware
Ms. Mary Pugh
Minister Iris WatersYour Bible quiz for today - 9./12/14 :
Which Psalm does Paul quote from in his exhortation at Antioch? Who is he talking about?I f you have never participated in the Bible quiz, start today. It's a great tool to learn more of the Word!
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Visit Our Sponsor
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Lisa Ivy, VLM Prayer Network Director
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We are always praying for you! We have a team of dedicated Intercessors who pray for you daily. You are invited to join us for prayer, twice each week - Mondays from 7:00 to 7:30pm and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:00am. These times of prayer are precious and powerful. Call in 712 432 3066; conference code 930692.
The prayer calendar focus for today is Wilmington, Delaware. As we read about the shootings and the other acts of violence, we set ourselves in agreement with other believers and cry out to God on behalf of this city. We are believing God to provide the solution and to turn it around for His glory.
How may we pray for you? Submit your prayer request via email at victoriousmin@att.net or website at www.vl-ministries.org or call (888) 479-1113. If you have never received Christ as your Savior, call our ministry line. We want to share Jesus with you.
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Traveling Shoes
The generosity of the friends and supporters of this ministry have made it possible to provide new shoes to 269 children. God be praised and we are not done yet. This young lady was just one of the most recent recipients of your generosity. Check out these fancy sneakers and what about that smile?
 If you know a child in need of shoes to wear, contact us at (888) 479- 1113 or email victoriousmin@att.net
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Gratitude Journal 
Where are the grateful people? They are not only on Facebook!
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This beautiful lady says this:
I am grateful for LIFE......just to wake up each day and breath
I am grateful for HEALING.....god healed my cancer 12 years ago and is doing the same today.
I am grateful and thankful for a loving Christian husband.
I am so grateful that God looks beyond my faults and meets my needs in spite of my failures and short comings.
I am grateful for Victorious Ministries and how Sis. Faye has allowed God to use her and that she listened and hastened to His call.
I am special, I am different, I am unique, I am blessed and highly favored....To God be all the Glory!! Thank you! Even in the process of going through chemo, she is grateful! What are you grateful for?
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