tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18160729736530287832012-01-23T18:57:08.079-06:00COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comBlogger1341100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-3082471108472996322012-01-23T18:57:00.000-06:002012-01-23T18:57:08.089-06:00

Unstoppable - By LaVila Henry "Though not ordinarily claustrophobic, the low ceilings and narrow pathways were making me nervous as we made our way deeper and deeper into the earth. I crowded tiny thoughts like, “What if there was an earth quake right now,” out of my mind and it seemed to work. "  Read More... 

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The Year of Recovery - By Nina Medrano "This is the year that lost coins are found,” I heard the Holy Spirit say.   In that instant, the parable of the lost coin came to mind.  Read More...

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Dump the Baggage...Embrace the Word - By Cheryl Goforth Have you come into the new year dragging last year's baggage?  Instead of looking ahead, are you feeling remorse for not following God completely last year?  Are you remembering each and every directive He gave you that you did half-heartily or not at all? (Read More)

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Rejoice and Be Glad - By LaVila Henry God loves celebrations.  They are so important to Him that He mandated many in the Old Testament. Although the New Testament doesn’t make such demands, I believe there are two days of celebration we observe as Christians that make God smile ¾ Read the entire article here.

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Skirting the Red Pot - By Cheryl Goforth A shopper skirts the corner of the building to avoid the ringer with the all too familiar red pot.  “I’ve already given,” is the response.  The cheery man bundled up in a heavy coat, gloves and a Nanook of the North hat with flaps smiles and says thank you to the empty gesture of the shopper.  (Read the entire article.)

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-21528285973995708742011-12-05T08:04:00.001-06:002011-12-05T08:09:41.397-06:00

Traffic-Stopping Life - By Nina Medrano What are they all looking at? I too, turn my face towards the same direction but I can’t tell why? Every morning as I drive past this empty lot filled with prairie dog burrows, I notice the prairie dogs standing outside their burrows all staring towards the same direction with their little arms clasped...read the rest of the article.

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The Next Level - By Nina Medrano "There was this video game I used to play called Galaga. One day, my brother, who lived in Ft. Worth, came to visit me in Dallas.  For fun, I suggested we go to the Arcade and play some Galaga (this was before Wii, iPods, PSPs, Gameboys, and Play Stations)." Read More...

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What Trumps What? - By Cheryl Goforth "The store was crowded with people jostling to get to the shelves where all the good deals were located.  Weathered shoppers with cell phones, water bottles and pockets stuffed with snacks were focused on the quickest maneuverable routes open to get them to their target...even if that meant crawling under tables..." Read the rest of the article...

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-39482720228938515872011-11-19T21:18:00.001-06:002011-11-19T21:25:18.330-06:00

Even the Demons Shudder - By Linda Jones A friend of mine, Cindy, had moved from the Texas Plains to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Since my sister also lived in Colorado, I decided it would be a good time to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak.  Read the entire story...

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Thanks, Lord - By LaVila Henry Looking down from the fourth floor balcony of the beautiful hotel where we were staying, I was amazed to see a handmade tent in the vacant lot next door.  A donkey was tethered outside, some goats wandered around searching for a blade of grass...read more

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-70420855491988434922011-11-10T20:31:00.001-06:002011-11-10T20:40:03.503-06:00

Chocolate Therapy is a night for Ladies of COTR to escape from the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season.  It's a time to relax, rejuvenate and connect.  Carol Gary, owner of "Dayspring Design", will be sharing a special message titled "Preparing for the Holidays' that you won't want to miss.  So join us for a refreshing event of pampering, friendship and most importantly CHOCOLATE...

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Out of Darkness - By Nina Medrano "In the dark world, I remember never sleeping at night.  Always doing, selling, and sharing..." Read the entire article...

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-37203533387880360852011-10-15T13:12:00.002-05:002011-10-15T13:13:01.759-05:00

How Does He Love You? - by Cheryl Goforth "How does God love you?  "He's given his life for me," you might say.  Or, "He loves me with an everlasting love." But how does He love you as a woman?  Does he call you "Child" or "Puddin' Face"?  Do you feel him squeeze your hand...) Read More

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Till Death Do Us Part - by Lavila Henry The music was playing and I was straining to hear, but there were no words.  I opened my eyes and saw that her voice was choking in her throat and tears were welling up.  She tapped her wedding ring.... Read the rest of the article...

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The God Who Comforts - By Nina Medrano "Mornings are very special to me.  I reserve my early mornings for communion with the Holy Spirit of God.  It’s a very intimate time spent in reading the word of God and sharing our heart with each other.  This is usually the time when I..."  You can read more here.

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The Dance - By Cheryl Goforth The lights dimmed creating a soft glow inside the coliseum as the praise and worship team stepped onto the platform.  Music began playing, and I was drawn out of the world around me and into the words of each song... Read the rest of this article

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-58030548930526714412011-09-06T20:01:00.000-05:002011-09-14T17:58:40.482-05:00

It's Hot in the Old Town Tonight "The bushes are dead.  Well, they appear to be anyway.  We’ll see.  I gave them a shot of Miracle Gro this morning.  Two weeks ago they were beautiful little Crape Myrtles with pale lavender blossoms, gracing our patio, and delighting our eyes. Then we left town."  Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-52813897027593933332011-07-31T22:44:00.000-05:002011-09-14T17:59:02.319-05:00

Creature of Habit - By Nina Medrano "When it comes to parking in “my” parking space at my workplace, I’m a creature of habit. But on this exceptionally windy day, someone else was parked in “my” usual space. In fact, all the other spaces around “my” space were filled up. So, I had to..."  Read More

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You're in the Army Now - By LaVila Henry A paralyzing sense of fear gripped my very soul. Cowering in the corner of the fox hole holding tightly the gash in my arm I felt desperately alone. The thunderous sounds of the enemy pounded fiercely around me. “I don’t want to be in the Army,” I whimpered. “This isn’t what I signed up for.”...Read More  

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The Rise of the Godly Woman - By Cheryl GoforthHave we really come as far as women as we believe? Born in the 50’s, a teen in the 60’s and a young woman in the 70’s, I’ve seen many movements of women seeking their freedoms in the working world and even their sexual freedom. Read More...

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-32072563099446897612011-06-22T11:49:00.000-05:002011-06-22T11:49:10.409-05:00

Let Freedom Ring - By LaVila Henry   I was slapped in the face with an American flag a few days ago. Sounds violent, doesn’t it! It wasn’t.  Read the entire article...

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-3178932279628363162011-06-17T08:45:00.000-05:002011-06-17T08:45:05.434-05:00

Cancer a Matter of the Heart Part One - By Kelley Bailey Cancer a Matter of the Heart Part Two - By Kelley Bailey This is a re-post of  a two part story of healing by Kelly Bailey.  It is worth reading in its entirety.   

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-40333187821594103622011-06-17T08:35:00.000-05:002011-09-13T18:15:52.972-05:00

Mercy and Forgiveness - By Cheryl Goforth"...I can think of no better place to show mercy than to those who have hurt us...those who from the deepest parts of our hearts, according to us, do not deserve to receive forgiveness."  Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-75513951034394444942011-05-29T20:57:00.000-05:002011-05-29T20:57:06.661-05:00

Longings - By Nina Medrano The past few months I have been experiencing a spiritual drought—an emptiness that has left a deep crater within me-- a longing for the Lord. Read More...a very timely article from the heart.

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-16504805106597063472011-05-23T09:09:00.000-05:002011-05-23T09:09:55.755-05:00

A Pointed Finger - By Cheryl Goforth Growing up, our meals were served at our counter which wrapped halfway around the kitchen.  Dinner was always crazy with talk and food and childish shenanigans.  Let me give you a for instance... Read More.

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-70148066689171147662011-05-16T22:23:00.000-05:002011-05-16T22:23:53.167-05:00

Ladies, please join us for a night of laughter and fun coming up this Sunday evening at the Dream Center Patio and Hub...30th and Avenue L.

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Submission to an Ideology - By Cheryl Goforth Characteristic to any group is their ideology or their system of ideas and beliefs.  When that system is questioned...Read more

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Wasted Time - By LaVila Henry Because it’s getting close to a significant milestone in having graduated from high school, I dug out my Senior year book and have been reminiscing. Reading the full page tiny print...Read the Rest of the Article 

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The Box - By Cheryl Goforth "Trapped in an invisible box, the mime with his palms, feels the sides, ceiling and floor of his confinement trying to find a way out.  Truly, there are no walls keeping him in, but our mind is tricked into thinking by his precision movements..." read more

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-27025348851349557782011-05-02T09:50:00.002-05:002011-05-02T09:51:05.170-05:00

Matthew 5:44-48"But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. For if ye love them which love you, what reward

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-81013064233781996042011-04-28T09:36:00.000-05:002011-04-28T09:36:29.399-05:00

Hope on a Hem - By Cheryl Goforth Yes, I was number four in our family. The omega, the last, and the only girl.  Mother had been very sick throughout her fourth pregnancy, and the doctors...Read the rest of the article

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-16446201102845554732011-04-27T22:38:00.000-05:002011-04-27T22:38:14.128-05:00

God in the Work Place - By Linda Jones My husband and I moved here a year and a half ago. We both had to look for new jobs. One of my passions is ministry but my background is medical management and marketing. Since jobs are hard to come by in this economy, I couldn’t afford to just wait around...Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-81464669215645226362011-04-25T12:39:00.000-05:002011-04-25T12:39:02.806-05:00

Who Are You as a Woman? - By Cheryl Goforth Some years ago, I attended a political rally with a young man I was casually dating.  Being a woman of the 70's, supposedly free and very vocal, this was a great opportunity for me to be opinionated...Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-5374229834720655132011-04-23T11:38:00.000-05:002011-04-23T11:38:18.094-05:00

The Ministry of the Midwife - By Nina Medrano "Chances are, if you are a faithful member of a church you have been a midwife in a ministry.  Whether you serve in the nursery, or on a worship team, or..."  Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-78149872749945748982011-04-18T22:35:00.005-05:002011-04-18T22:39:32.543-05:00

Does It Matter? - By LaVila Henry "They were the neighbors across the street. I didn’t know them, but to my young eyes they looked like an ordinary everyday middle-aged couple. Did they have any idea of the impact their actions would have on me?" Read More

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Extra Virgin Oil - By Nina Medrano "Last year, I was diagnosed with Sugar Diabetes. I learned what foods to eat and how to prepare them. I switched to cooking low-carb meals with olive oil".... Read the entire article

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-83808125843845485632011-03-29T09:47:00.000-05:002011-03-29T09:47:55.645-05:00

True Equality - By Cheryl Goforth "...Social equality will never work because it is based upon unequal hearts."  A look at James 1:9-10 Read the entire article

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-14537336620232051672011-03-22T09:37:00.001-05:002011-03-22T09:38:20.573-05:00

I Forgot - By Cheryl Goforth "...None of us like to forget important details or appointments.  What is worse...for us gals...is to get sidetracked in getting dressed and find out after we are at work or out in public somewhere that we only put mascara on one eye..."  Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-78270749860338495842011-03-17T23:27:00.000-05:002011-03-17T23:27:16.769-05:00

Is Fear a Four Letter Word? - By LaVila Henry The headline reads, "Fifth Largest Earthquake In History Hits Japan; Thousands Dead." Sorrow touches our hearts and then FEAR rises up and our minds begin to play the “what if” game. What if something like that takes place here? What if God doesn't protect us? What if He doesn’t really hear our prayers?... (Read the rest of the article)

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-76917117954433523282011-03-13T09:01:00.000-05:002011-03-13T09:01:07.120-05:00

In the hope that the following words will give you encouragement, the writers of Tapestry Talk are sharing with you our times with the Lord. No authors will be posted, just their words. Blessings on your day! "As I waited on the Lord all He seemed to say was, "The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want." Then He seemed to be taking me through the scenario of emphasizing each word. It is amazing

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In the hope that the following words will give you encouragement, the writers of Tapestry Talk are sharing with you our times with the Lord. No authors will be posted, just their words. Blessings on your day! The only thing I heard was REST and PEACE. Perhaps since my mother passed away recently He is saying she is resting in peace. But I believe most of all He is speaking to me, “Rest” He says.

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In the hope that the following words will give you encouragement, the writers of Tapestry Talk are sharing with you our times with the Lord. No authors will be posted, just their words. Blessings on your day! "This is a day of new beginnings.  Forget the past and set your eyes on Me, the author and finisher of your faith.  Walk ahead with vigor and enthusiasm for I have come to give you life and

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In the hope that the following words will give you encouragement, the writers of Tapestry Talk are sharing with you our times with the Lord. No authors will be posted, just their words. Blessings on your day! 

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There was a young newlywed couple who came to Christ and shortly after attending church began to experience a number of spiritual attacks that led them to say, “Ever since we started going to church we seem to argue and fight more! It’s too hard to go through this anymore!” It wasn’t long before they stopped attending church, ministry, and home fellowship... To Read Both Part One and Part Two,

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The disciples asked Jesus “Why do you speak to the people in parables?” Jesus’s response was, “Because the knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them.” Matt. 13:10-11 NIV Read More...

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Petra and her husband Matt both work with Rivendell Sanctuary, in Bloomington MN. Rivendell is an 18-month, higher-learning, biblical worldview program focused on preparing high school graduates to excel academically, spiritually, morally and socially in college and citizenship. Matt is on faculty, while Petra helps to develop the spiritual formation component of the program. Read "Truth Decay"...

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"Have you ever put the postage stamp on your own Valentine? Well, this year I did. Lest you think I sent it to myself, let me explain." Read more...

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-17854398917497369802011-02-09T17:29:00.000-06:002011-02-09T17:29:00.735-06:00

This is a repost of an article Robin wrote for the blog in 2009.  She went to be with our Jesus this morning and I thought it appropriate to honor her by letting you, our readers, know the Robin many of us knew and absolutely adored.  We will miss her.  To read all of her posts click here.  "Every time I go to the clinic I pray that God shows me someone to encourage or to pray with or for. It

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Al, my husband, loves to tell this story from his childhood. It took place when he was around the age of eleven...Read More

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-6755563499629621772011-02-01T21:24:00.002-06:002011-02-17T23:07:38.660-06:00

“I’m not going to be a Christian anymore,” I shouted after darting up the stairs and collapsing onto the bed. I’d spoken it out loud, and I was glad. Things had been too hard, and it seemed that God was nowhere to be found. Why even try any longer. The Air Traffic Controllers had gone on strike. As an ATC supervisor, my husband Paul was right in the thick of things." read more

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-69444066096532176512011-01-15T14:09:00.000-06:002011-01-15T14:09:17.885-06:00

Here are the upcoming speakers for the breakout sessions.  For more information, see the gals at the information booth. Daphne Delay"Overcoming Ignorance and Deception" Amanda Bullen"The Roller Coaster Life" Deborah Jimenez"Who Do You See in the Mirror?" Mindy von Atzigen"Secrets to Sleeping When the Boat is Sinking"

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-3285759772653078442011-01-09T00:08:00.002-06:002011-01-09T00:08:41.589-06:00

Kingdom Usefulness - by Nina Medrano

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Kingdom Response - by Nina Medrano "Do you ever find yourself, absentmindedly, hum a tune over and over again—singing the same stanza? Often, when I am preoccupied with life, the Holy Spirit draws my attention back to him through song."

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-35035126341373310182010-12-29T09:18:00.001-06:002011-01-01T21:02:25.393-06:00

The Kingdom of Light - The Eye. Hearing and following the Holy Spirit.

COTR Women's Ministrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1816072973653028783.post-58006914313408770242010-12-19T17:28:00.000-06:002010-12-19T17:28:36.687-06:00

Nancy Cleavinger has written a series of short articles on the Kingdom of God dealing with pride, un-forgiveness and five other challenges many face.   You can click here and read each one right up to Christmas.  Good information and a great way to remember that Christ has set us free.  Enjoy!

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Don't Forget to Give Working in retail, you get pretty good at discerning whether people are good with their money and whether they are givers or self serving individuals by their shopping habits. The most memorable shoppers are the "grab the first thing you see" ones who are ready to leave the moment they walk in the store."

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Rejoice for the Kingdom of God has Come!  "But for the person who "re-joices" in the Lord, she is to again and again find joy in exuberant expression towards her God.  It is not as though..."

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Several years ago, a woman came into a store upset because the wall cross she had purchased the week before was now on sale and she wanted the clerk to give her some of her money back.  The woman behind the register...

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Thanks! "As I pound on this old typewriter thinking about all the Thanksgivings I've been privileged to live, the thought of family comes to mind.  Most of those years together were years of plenty when all was right with the world and the table was full of meat and homemade bread, sweet potatoes and mincemeat pie.   Through each year, I've remained thankful for every breath I've breathed and

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The Kingdom of God - by LaVila Henry "What do you think about the Kingdom of God? Are you like I was for many years, imagining it as a way-off heavenly place? Well, it is, but I’m finding it’s that and so much more..."

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By My Spirit - a Kingdom of God look at accomplishing the Un-accomplishable!

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A must read article by guest writer Dawn Brown The Kingdom of God...Illusion?

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Up Out of Debt-A story of a woman who went from debt to being out of debt in a day!  A Kingdom Come Story.

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Through misty eyes the landscape was seen.  The images appeared washed out and fuzzy, but the form of them gave an indication of people moving to and fro from place to place.  Peace was the sense there and a drawing of oneself into the mist tho hesitation halted one from whole heartily breaking through the fog.  It was the not knowing that kept many from moving ahead and the thousands of

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What woman wouldn't enjoy a night of laughter, rejuvenation and chocolate!Save the Date...November 12th From 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.COTR South CampusThe event is free, but be sure to sign up in the foyer, especially if you need childcare!Questions? Or maybe you would like to bring chocolate? Email us at cotrwomensministry@gmail.com

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Man Your Mound! - By Nina Medrano

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From Whose Point of View - By Nancy ClevingerUnderstanding others from their point of view...

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Spiritual Gopher - By Cheryl Goforth Are we really planting in good soil?

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...and unto Me what is mine - by Cheryl Goforth Becoming a world changer by...read more How has God called you to change the world?  Send your comments to cotrwomensministry@gmail.com.

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How Can I Change My World? - By LaVila Henry With 9/11 just a few hours away, LaVila has a message on how WE can change our world!

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Fear Not - By Cheryl Goforth Fear vs. Love-even in the midst of persecution...the choice we all face

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A Prayer Based on Psalm 133 - By Nina MedranoRead the prayer the Holy Spirit led Nina to pray...

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Hannah's Rival - By Nina Medrano How to deal with irritants in your life!

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Forgiveness - A Key to Getting Out of Debt - By Cheryl Goforth Jesus makes it clear there is a connection between living debt free and walking in forgiveness. Read more...

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I can do anything Christ tells me to do.If He tells me to sing, I will sing.If He tells me to go, I will go.If He tells me to write, I will write.If He tells me to run for office, I will run.If He tells me to heal the lame, I will heal.If He tells me to lay hands on the leper, I will lay hands on the leper.If He tells me to feed and hug the homeless, I will feed and hug the homeless.If He tells

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Making it Right - By LaVila HenryCasting our cares on Him

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To This Life...-By Petra Harbour A reflection on the life I choose, the price and the benefits. The Park - by Cheryl GoforthA walk in the park can change your mind

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A close encounter in the Men's Bathroom.Read more in an article by Kandi Lee entitled "Grizzly Adams"

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TWO KINDS OF WISDOM-By Nina Medrano Have you ever found yourself speaking pleasantries to a fellow co-worker, a team member, an equal (sort-of), who through self-elevation began to speak in tones of authority over you?

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Governors of the Gulf Coast states have designated Sunday, June 27th as a day of prayer for the states affected by the recent oil spill. Governors Bob Riley of Alabama, Haley Barbour of Mississippi, Bobby Jindal of Louisiana and Rick Perry of Texas along with the Lieutenant Governor of Florida all issued proclamations for prayer, calling their citizens to pray for a solution to stop the leak and

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Check out the new Editorial page.This is your chance to challenge the Editor or introduce a subject for comment.

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In Shape - Out of Shape - by Patti Chriestenson Something we ALL deal with!

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Things Are Not Always As They Seem - By Cheryl GoforthA wedding encounter (Contest information incuded)

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Rocks, Flowers and Learning to Listen A lesson in listening to the Holy Spirit Writer's BBQ on Writer's Corner Petra, we are going to miss you.

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For the Natural Things Speak of the Invisible - By Petra Harbour - (Read about KOG here...) A Note to the Graduate (series) - By Nancy Cleavinger...wisdom from a teacher for the graduate (Read more here)I'm Glad I'm Not This Avocado Seed - By Cheryl Goforth...the difference when God steps in (Read more)

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"The first and almost the only book deserving of universal attention is the Bible.  I speak as a man of the world...and I say to you, 'Search the Scriptures." John Quincy Adams - 6th President "Hold fast to the Bible as the sheet anchor of your liberties.  Write its precepts in your hearts, and practice them in your lives.  To the influence of this book are we indebted for all the progress made

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Weeds in My Yard - By Cheryl Goforth (Weed more...oh sorry...read more)

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We are taking a little time off!  We will be back writing come May.  See you then!

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A Little Journal - By Cheryl GoforthI don't remember what day it was or for that matter what year it was when my mother gave me a mini-hallmark journal... (Read More)Note about the upcoming Mother/Daughter Banquet. This banquet is open to any COTR women. If you would like to go, but do not have the funds, please let us know. If you are planning to attend, please consider purchasing a ticket

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A Request - By Petra HarbourSimple, powerful, irresistible; Such God has made the power of a request...(Read More Here)Running the Race - By Cheryl GoforthWhen the tensions of life hit, run the race...(Read More Here)

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Why do we not pray? By Cheryl Goforth What are your top three reasons for not praying? (Give us your answers here)Cancer: A Matter of the Heart-Part II - By Kelly Bailey "...In the quietness of the chapel, I would sit and cry as I agonized over the possibility of losing our baby." (Read Part II of this article!) (Read Part I Here)“I Will Sing of My Redeemer” - By Norma Vera Long before I

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Magnifying - By Cheryl Goforth This morning on the way to taking our youngest to school, I slid in a CD of praise music. It was an old Integrity Music release... (Read more about making God BIG in your life.)---Lessons from Charlie - By Laura Brandenburg So, this week I think I've learned a little lesson about how God, as a parent, loves us, as children--from my precious little dog, Charlie. (

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Don't forget Friday night's event! Click on Women's Eventto see all of the details!Streams in the Desert - By Linda JonesI learned at a very young age the important of finances. When I was 10 years old, my father died of cancer leaving my mother alone to raise me. (Read More)

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A Test-A-Money or a Testimony - By Cheryl Goforth I know that trusting God and following his directions has ALWAYS had benefits, not to mention the benefit of experiencing the love of The Father! Read about a summer of miracles. A More Excellent Way to Tithe - By Nina Medrano Life has a way of leading us to certain crossroads that turn out to be significant... Honoring the Lord brings full "vats

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God's Amazing Finances - By LaVila Henry"All preachers want is my money.” Have you ever heard anyone make that statement --- or possibly said it yourself? (Read how following God's principles led to being debt free!)Posted on 3/10/10Financial Testimony - By Liz LangfordMy husband and I have been married 25 years in Oct and only in the last few months have I felt like we have “a grip” on our

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Our first introduction to the Holy Spirit is in Genesis 1:2-3 For I Know the Plans... - By Kelly Bailey This week was one of BIG moments for our daughter Ashley and a week of many emotions for her father and me. (Although this article is not directly pertaining to the Holy Spirit, it will remind you of His goodness and help to us. Click here to read the entire article.) Posted 3/2/10 The Voice of

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You might enjoy this testimony. Our God is an amazing God! Click here Death of a Nation- By Cheryl Goforth First, the weather notification sounded on my phone of a winter storm watch at around 4:30. Then, about 6:00...(read the rest of the article) Posted 2/23/10 Jeanne Jester - Missionary to Africa FYI: One of our missionary friends to Africa, Jeanne Jester, has a blog we wanted to make you

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No More Religion! - By Petra Harbour Growing up in a quite religious place we call the Bible-Belt of Holland (yes, we have one too, though quite a bit smaller), I learned to see God in a certain way that I’m still struggling with. (This is a must read if you have ever struggled with perfectionism!) Posted 2/19/10The Results of Evening Worship - By Cheryl Goforth One of my favorite accounts in the

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On Love - By Petra Harbour With Valentines day coming up my thoughts are turning to love. What it means, and what it’s sadly has come to mean. (Read about True Love) Posted 2/13/10The Simplicity of Love - By Cheryl GoforthThere were no hearts and flowers for me that day. In fact, I remember having a rather bad headache which just wouldn't go away, but, I wanted to go out with that tall slender

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 Cancer: A Matter of the Heart- Part One - By Kelly Bailey Twenty years ago this Valentine’s Day, my husband and I were given the news that our beautiful two and half year old daughter had Acute Lymphatic Leukemia (ALL). (Read Part One Here) Posted 2/4/2010 Forgiveness - By Nancy Cleavinger There are no qualifications to forgive. It does not say “If the person deserves forgiveness”. (Read the

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