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Jeremiah 6:16 - "Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein."
In this verse of scripture the Prophet uses an illustration like a man at a fork in the road. This traveler must decide which way to go. He sees lots of people traveling the new path, because it is wide and easy. He asks some of the passersby where the old path might be found. No one seems to be able to tell him. Finally he finds someone who has been traveling for quite a while and asks him and this traveler points him to a narrow, beaten up path, that is hard to see for all the bushes.
Jeremiah adds to the verse encouraging the traveler to take time to think when you come to a crossroad, spend time observing and assessing where you will go before blindly following all the others, ask or inquire about the old paths, the tried and true, the good way. Then go ahead and as you follow the good way, rest is assured.
The tragedy of this verse is the traveler is unwilling to follow the good path. There are too many walking the wide, easy path for him to choose the well-worn narrow path, hidden in the bushes.
In this modern age of so many advancements, with so many options, this age of religious entertainment, dare we choose the wide easy way and stubbornly refuse to walk in the good path? God forbid!
Note: The Words to Live By devotional is now available daily, Monday - Thursday. Even though you receive the newsletter each Friday, you are not automatically registered for the daily devotionals. To receive your copy in your inbox email us to be added to the distribution list.
Start each day with a fresh Word from the Lord with you in mind!
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Back to School Prayer Call
 | Chandra White-Cummings
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Date: Monday, September 29, 2014 It's that time of year again. Children all over the country have returned to school after another too-short summer break. Many kids are dreading this new year because for them it means more bullying, cyber drama, violence in their schools, social pressure, and the stress of dealing with the threat of being disciplined or educated based on race or gender. It's an intense landscape for our kids out there, so thank GOD we have a way to take action--we can PRAY!
Let's start this school year on the offensive by proactively petitioning our Father to cover, protect, guide, and strengthen students this year. Please join your faith with Hearts Like Water:Praying for Our Kids in Times Like These prayer outreach on an important back-to-school call
Call details: Time: 8:30 p.m.
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The comments that we get back regarding the weekly Bible quiz are exciting and encouraging. People really enjoy doing the work to answer these questions. It is a simple yet impactful way to learn more about the Word of God. For those of you who answer each week, we will never get tired of recognizing and celebrating your efforts and commitment. To those of you who don't participate, my prayer is that there will be so many of you that we will need to start a whole new newsletter just to list the names!Last week's quiz question was - Which Psalm does Paul quote from in his exhortation at Antioch? Who is he talking about?
The correct response is found in Psalm 2:7 -
He said to me, "You are my son;today I have become your father
Who is He talking about? - Jesus
This week's Bible scholars are:
Florida Mrs. Gloria Benjamin
Mrs. Pat Brown
Mrs. Carolyn Coleman
Ms. Mattie DeVore
Ms. Marion Shelby
Mrs. Doris Wise - Note: Mrs. Wise also correctly responded to last week's question and was left off the list in error!
Delaware Minister Iris Waters
Honorable Mention: Mrs. Loretta Pete
Ms. Francine Boykin
Today's Quiz - 9.19.14:
Which book of the Bible comments that
"dead flies cause the ointment of the
apothecary to send forth a stinking savor?"
The correct response will include chapter and verse!
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Victorious Life Ministries Presents a 1-Day Conference, Saturday, November 8, 2014
 | Evangelist Vanessa Palmer
St. Paul Baptist Church
Clayton, New Jersey
Keynote Speaker
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Theme:Living God's Purpose On Purpose
AACS, U.S. Hwy., 1, Palm Coast, Florida
Tickets available now, $40.00 includes breakfast, lunch and conference
You will not want to miss this one!
For tickets call
Faye (386)871-7192
Thea Smith (386) 503- 9414 or
Marva Jones (386) 864-7188
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Worship
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Isaiah 54: 11-17"Afflicted city, lashed by storms and not comforted,
I will rebuild you with stones of turquoise,[a] your foundations with lapis lazuli.
12 I will make your battlements of rubies,
your gates of sparkling jewels,
and all your walls of precious stones.
13 All your children will be taught by the Lord,
and great will be their peace.
14 In righteousness you will be established:
Tyranny will be far from you;
you will have nothing to fear.
Terror will be far removed;
it will not come near you.
15 If anyone does attack you, it will not be my doing;
whoever attacks you will surrender to you.
16 "See, it is I who created the blacksmith
who fans the coals into flame
and forges a weapon fit for its work.
And it is I who have created the destroyer to wreak havoc;
17 no weapon forged against you will prevail,
and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord,
and this is their vindication from me,"
declares the Lord.
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In Closing......
Life presents us with numerous challenges every single day. Yet the child of God has the assurance of God's unchanging presence, promise and power. Have you trusted Christ and received Him as your personal Savior? If not, today is the perfect day to come to Him by faith and receive eternal life.
If you are ready to pass from death to life, from darkness to light, we are here to pray with you. Call (888) 479- 1113 Today can be the best day of the rest of your life!
Faye
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Prayer Matters 
The Victorious Life Ministries Intercessory Prayer team is revamped, refocused and recommitted to praying for you! We receive prayer requests daily and through the wonders of technology, within moments people all over the country are praying for you. What is it that you are trusting God for? How may we pray for you? We will pray for you and we will pray with you. To submit a prayer request you may call our ministry line 24/7 at (888) 479-1113 or you may email victoriousmin@att.net or via our website at www.vl-ministries.org. Either way our team is here to keep you lifted and encouraged through prayer! If you need someone to pray with you individually, please include your telephone number with your prayer request.
You are invited to join us each Monday evening from 7:00 - 7:30pm est or Wednesday morning from 6:30 to 7:00am est for the Victory in Prayer conference call. Call (712) 432- 3066, conference code 930692. Become a regular participant in the prayer calls. You will be strengthened in your faith.
Join us in today's prayer focus - pray for care givers.
Are you waiting on God? Perhaps God is waiting on you!
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Gratitude Journal 
Who's grateful? Gratitude is in the air!  | |
Pat Brown
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Pat says .....1. I am grateful for the Victorious Life Ministries prayer team who prayed for and with me when I was sick. 2. I am grateful that God heard and answered our prayers. 3. I am grateful that one year ago my orthopedist told me that if I ever wanted to walk without a cane and pain I would need to have a rod placed in my leg. Prayer changes things because I never had the operation and not only am I walking without any aid I can power walk. 4. I am grateful that when I was diagnosed with breast cancer I went through 18 weeks of chemo treatment with not one sick day, I had two surgeries one of them being a mastectomy.
5. I am grateful that I am now cancer free. 6. I am grateful because I don't look like all what I have been through.
I give God all the glory. Pat we are rejoicing with you. We watched God do it for you!Where are the other grateful people? Let us hear from you!
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Christian Connections
The reach and diversity of our network continues to expand. God is building a vast pool of resources for you. Today we are delighted to introduce two new additions to the Victorious Life Ministries family.
Entrepreneur-
Home Decor & Gifts
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Mary Holley-Jones
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Martha Holley-Jones is a Christian, a wife, a mother, a registered nurse and a Senior Team Leader with Mary&Martha - the direct sales arm of the Hallmark/DaySpring CompanyAs an Independent Consultant Mary shares products and gifts with women that are exclusively designed and produced around a specific scripture. All of their products bear scripture or sayings that encourage, teach, or inspire a course in righteousness. The products are beautiful reminders of God's grace and range from children's book and toys, to elegant and useful tableware/table linens, inspirational home décor items, and cards and even coffee that benefits Honduran Coffee Ministries.Mary's website gives you an opportunity to see the beautiful things that they have to offer. There is also an opportunity for those who may be looking to start their own business! www.mymaryandmartha.com/mholleyjones
MinisterSister Lambert is an International and National teacher, mentor and missionary. Her ministry encompasses teaching women's conferences, seminars, workshops and retreats. Sister Lambert is a Women's Ministry Consultant. She is committed to equipping women's ministry leaders on formulating and structuring effective, biblical women's ministries.Sister Martina Lambert serves at various correctional facilities under the direction of Baylor Women's Correctional Institution. Her outreach ministry extends in the capacity of local and foreign missions under the direction of Glory Unlimited Ministries.She is currently teaching a series in Philadelphia entitled "Truths from the Tabernacle" (A survey of the Old Testament Tabernacle and how it is relevant to our lives as believers today)To reach her regarding speaking/teaching engagements, or to get information about the Tabernacle Class call (215) 850- 8344. For more detailed information visit Christian Connections at www.vl-ministries.org
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What Is A Mentor? 
A mentor is a person or friend who guides a less experienced person by building trust and modeling positive behaviors. An effective mentor understands that his or her role is to be dependable, engaged, authentic, and tuned into the needs of the mentee.
Many young people encounter obstacles that they are unprepared to handle. Many older and more experienced adults have the knowledge to help. Yet somehow the ones with the needs and the ones with the capacity to meet the needs never seem to come together. There are numerous "formal" mentoring programs that exist through various work place programs, sorority/fraternity initiatives and even through some churches. But what if none of these exist for you, yet you know that you have a lot to offer? What are you waiting for? Why not make yourself available? Go to your local school and volunteer. If you have identified a family in your community or church where you know that you can assist why not approach the parent(s) and offer to serve as a mentor? Here is the question. Can we really afford to sit back and wait for someone to identify us and invite us to participate in a mentoring program? More importantly, can the young people in our communities afford for us to sit back?
There is a quote attributed to Mary Kay Ash, Founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics - "There are three types of people in this world, people who make things happen, people who watch things happen and people who wonder what happened."
What kind of person do you choose to be? Make something good happen for a young person. Become a mentor!
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