Forrest Gump America's greatest philosopher was asked by his drill Sargent during boot camp if he was stupid because of his naivete. Forrest great line was, "Stupid is as stupid does sir!" Obviously Forrest is a fictional movie character but his insight on human intelligence was very astute. Forrest's character is fascinating. He has the IQ of a twelve year old but always seemed to be in the right place at the right time. Forrest knew nothing about the game of ping pong but teaches himself…

Today is the day for the future of tomorrow.

Are you going to step into the water?…

I was watching Dr. Phil today talking with some parents whose teenagers were out of control. These teens were the quintessential 'bad girls'. They had absolutely no respect for authority especially mom and dad. They drank, smoked, stayed out late and hung out with boys that used and abused them. One of the girls demanded that daddy buy her a car or she would not go on the Dr. Phil show. When the family arrived at the set to tape the show the same daughter who demanded the car did not want to…

When we speak about change most of Gods children desire that change to come about from a supernatural touch from God and very few see change coming forth from the application of Gods word…

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http://abusedwoman.ning.com/profiles/blogs/weekly-devotional-for-week-of-22

Here is the correct link for next week's devotional; God bless.

Dr. Hooks

http://abusedwoman.ning.com/profiles/blogs/weekly-devotional-for-week-of-22

Rev 6:9-10

When He opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and for the testimony which they held.

Most likely under the alter of incense, God has, and is hearing the prayers of all of the redeemed. But, at this moment, He is hearing from all who have been put to death due to their faith in Jesus Christ. What a lonely cry this must be! How it must break the heart of God! This must be why He sets aside a special time to…

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To begin this fortieth year, we turn to a "tough text" that is without question one of the most important verses in Scripture…