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A Word on Wednesday: Mighty
The adjective, mighty, literally means having, characterized by, or showing superior power or strength. For example: mighty ruler or a mighty oak. It is easy to dismiss oneself as small or feeble rather than mighty especially when circumstances such as physical size or disability… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Mighty”
A Word on Wednesday: Ambition
Is ambition something you have or something you do? Well both, depending if it a fixed characteristic or an action you take. As a noun, ambition is an earnest desire for some time of achievement or distinction, as power, honor, fame, or wealth,… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Ambition”
A Word on Wednesday: Contribute
Contribute, a verb, when used with an object to give (money, time, knowledge, assistance, etc.) to a common supply, fund, etc., as for charitable purposes. Also meaning to furnish (an original written work, drawing, etc.) for publication. I rest on the side of the… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Contribute”
A Word on Wednesday: Audacious
Audacious, adjective, extremely bold or daring, recklessly brave; fearless: an audacious explorer. Also meaning, extremely original; without restriction to prior ideas; highly inventive. I used to own a pair of shoes. I called them my intrepid reporting shoes. They were navy blue, knock off,… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Audacious”
A Word on Wednesday: Sin
Sin, from Hebrew, to miss the mark. As a verb, sin is an action. It results from succumbing to temptation or enticement. Sometimes, though, it occurs with lack of intention. Sin is to commit a transgression of divine law, to offend against a principle… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Sin”
A Word on Wednesday: Libation
Libation, a noun, a pouring out of wine or other liquid in honor of a deity; the liquid poured out. This delightful word comes from Latin libationem (nominative libatio) “a drink offering,” noun of action from past participle stem of libare “pour out (an offering).” This word… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Libation”
A Word on Wednesday: Devotions
Defined as ecclesiastical. A religious observance or worship; a form of prayer or worship for special use. I use my devotion time as reflection. Is it God, a higher power, a creator, or a deeper call to self that I am trying to reach… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Devotions”
A Word on Wednesday: Hollow
As a kid, a great disappointment was the hollow bunny that was part of the bounty of the Easter basket. I delighted in finding the basket under a table or behind a chair. I discovered colorful jelly beans, foil wrapped eggs, a carton of… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Hollow”
A Word on Wednesday: Encourage
“So encourage each other and build up each other, just as you are already doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 NLT The verb encourage means to to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence. It is to stimulate by assistance or approval. I am… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Encourage”
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