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The Hard Road Traveled, or Visit with a Raccoon

By Kim Childress “The journey of 1000 miles begins with one step.” -Lao Tzu Before I left mother raccoon stopped by, as if to say goodbye, her six new kits following behind. In our previous interactions, we had an understanding, this raccoon and I. I believe she recognized, I too am a mother. “Be true to yourself. To All. No masks. Be resourceful, be clever, follow the path.” Then she…

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Brokenness, by Kim Childress 

What do you do when your world implodes? I try to read my Bible, but some days I just cant. I pray, continuously, except sometimes I just cant. I listen to music; that always helps. I DO remain in faith AND trust, that: God know the needs of my heart before I do. The Holy Spirit cries out on my behalf when I know not what to pray. I let the waves of emotion engulf me, overcome me, I do not…

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A Light in the Darkness: He is Risen Indeed, Hallelujah Amen!

From CornerstoneMi.org Prayer Walk Resurrection Sunday shows the character of God. Even in the midst of our hurt and suffering, this day provides hope and healing.-Ken Nash, Lead Pastor, Cornerstone Methodist Church, Caledonia, MI, CornerstoneMi.org The Year of the Lord’s Favor, Isaiah 61, NIV The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to…

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Words Matter

Words Matter

By Kim Childress I Love Words Paperback – by Francoize Boucher (Author) Words Matter: Reflections on James 3:3-6 By Kim Childress The Tongue, A small muscle with a disproportionate power. Influence through words. Small things with big impacts. A few words on a social platform can ruin reputations.  A few critical syllables can live in a person’s head for years and years and years. The…

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My Mantra

So we can say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me? ~Hebrews 13:6 #FaithWorks

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The Writing Life: Simply Put

There’s nothing quite like coming off of a writers conference… The feeling of renewal, encouragement, refreshment. Reminders of why we writers write-combined with physical exhaustion and complete mental brain-drain from processing all the information and ideas once the adrenaline wears off. I would like to thank Maranatha Christian Writers Conference for featuring me as a last-minute, full-in…

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In this early nineteenth-century gothic ghost story, Rose Shedd discovers something is stalking her, something unseen and filled with rage, something that demands recompense, and Rose’s life, the life of her sister, and the remnants of her family depend on memories she has forced herself to forget.

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Do not be afraid

Do not be afraid

Luke 12:6-7 (New Living Translation)“What is the price of five sparrows—two copper coins? Yet God does not forget a single one of them. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows. Inspired and shared during prayer meeting with The Father’s House OC

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Be Kind to One Another

“Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad.”‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭12:25‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ #FaithWorks

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Watch Out World! OR The Remarkable Journey of my Oldest Daughter

Parenting four children was not something I ever planned. And yet, after having children, my life is forever changed. And each of my children amaze me in different ways-every single day! So different from each other, from me, from where I was at their age. Parenting is not for the weak! I have learned from my children and from my many mistakes, and I have learned concepts of patience, grace, and…

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The Spirit of the Lord...

The Spirit of the Lord…

“The Spirit of the Lord is on me,    because he has anointed me    to proclaim good news to the poor.He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners    and recovery of sight for the blind,to set the oppressed free.” -Luke 4:18, quoted by Jesus from Book of Isaiah “Elijah: Prayer Warrior,” illustration by Kyle Douglas Henry #FaithWorks #DoNotFear #FaithNotFear

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Poetry Love

I have always loved poetry, and I am excited to see a resurgence of titles for all ages. In case you missed my roundup of Poetry Recommendations for National Poetey Month 2020, see a sampling here, compiled with help from Laura Standel, blogger and blogger @AReadingWarrior. Find these books and more at ChildressInk.com, and ChildressInk, Book Reviews on Facebook, not to mention the Girls’ Life…

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Avoid sarcasm

It hurts, sometimes deeply… Sarcasm:  Cutting language, remarks that mean the opposite of what they seem to say and are intended to mock or deride. Main Entry: sar·casm Function: nounEtymology: from French sarcasme or Latin sarcasmos, both meaning “sarcasm,” from Greek sarkasmos “sarcasm,” from sarkazein “to tear flesh, bite the lips in rage, sneer,” from sark-, sarx “flesh”1 : a remark made…

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Debut novelist and Childress Ink client Peggy Wirgau’s 'The Stars in April' receives a warm welcome into the literary world, historical fiction based on the true story of Ruth Becker, most recently honored with a School Library Journal Starred Review just in time for Titanic Week 2021, April 11-18,...

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Welcome to DORD Magazine’s “Women’s Empowerment” Issue, March 2021

Welcome to DORD Magazine’s “Women’s Empowerment” Issue, March 2021

DORD Magazine’s “Women’s Empowerment” Issue released March 30, 2021, with a focus on women entrepreneurs, including House of Wise founder Amanda Goetz; TikTok Influencer, Founder and Advocate, Bunny Barbie; and contributions by Childress Ink founder Kim Childress. https://www.dordmagazine.com/current Additional DORD Magazine March highlights: Depression My Old Friend, A personal look at…

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GOD Moments

Elijah Prayer Warrior, original illustration by Kyle Douglas Henry You enticed me, Lord, and I followed, You overpowered me and prevailed. I am ridiculed all day long; Everyone mocks me.  Whenever I speak, I cry out. So the word of the Lord has brought me  Insult and reproach all day long. But if I say, “I will not mention his word Or speak anymore in his name,” His word is in my heart…