Prophet & The Principle of Design – Friendship with God, is the first of many introductions to the Prophet redemptive gift. Ongoing posts designed to unwrap this gift bit by bit is not unlike initially meeting someone, sharing more time together, and engaging in continued conversation. Along the way you develop a sense of who they are, things they like or dislike, what they are passionate about and what gets their goat, their hopes and hesitations, and much more … Friendships come with a ... continue reading...
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Dare To Be Wise
Dare to be wise. Four brief words that, in and of themselves, convey wisdom for the season we find ourselves in, no matter where we are around the globe. In the United States, our nation annually celebrates Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July holiday. Iconic Lady Liberty - the statue given to the U.S. as a gift from France - has been a treasured part of the mural of our country. She has long stood on Liberty Island in New York Harbor as an agent of welcome to many who have come to ... continue reading...
New Grid on the Block
"Necessity is the mother of invention." So is the frustrated restlessness of "what's wrong with this picture?!" So often, growth occurs when someone decides it's time for a new grid on the block. It was frustration that caused me to go back to the Father time and again to ask / cry / beseech / whine / complain / ask, "what's wrong with this picture?" for my life and others, personal and farther removed. His answer was to direct me back to the seven redemptive gifts to ask the weighty ... continue reading...
Re-Launch!
The day has arrived for Re-Launch! Five years later, nancybentz.com is refreshed and refocused. The real Nancy Bentz is looking forward to some extra sleep without visions of website re-do floating in my head! There is so much and so little all at the same time. I think that rather describes life, don't you? It's also my re-launch 'unveiling' caveat. So, here are some things you can expect as you explore around the site: It is best viewed - at least initially - on a computer or tablet ... continue reading...
